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Daily Outfit: Professional

Yes, uber original title, I know. I wore this outfit when there was a big principal’s meeting at the school I work at. It was hosted in the media center, so I wanted a polished, professional appearance.

I think this black and white blouse is quickly becoming one of my favorite thrifting finds. The material is so soft, the print so modern and versatile. It’s definitely becoming a staple piece for me.

Whenever I need to look really professional, I always reach for my pearl necklace. To me, no other jewelry looks quite as polished and sophisticated.

Cardigan: Handknit by me
Blouse: Ann Taylor Factory (thrifted)
Trousers: Express
Shoes: Clarks Apple Sky
Purse: Morelle
Pearls: Coryell Design
Brooch: Vintage – 5Gardenias

Tags: ann taylor, clarks, Etsy, express, Knitting, morelle

Daily Outfit | Diana | November 10, 2009 7:00 am

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By dressingmyself, November 10, 2009 @ 7:28 am

Love the colour of the cardi – and the style.
By Clare, November 10, 2009 @ 7:44 am

I love how your gorgeous green cardigan makes this whole outfit pop!
By Kendra, November 10, 2009 @ 8:49 am

I love the black, white and green color combo! And the pearl necklace is perfect. But I wonder if the pant length is just a touch too short for those shoes??
By Sally, November 10, 2009 @ 10:08 am

Still enamored of that darling green cardi …
By Cindee, November 10, 2009 @ 10:13 am

love that you added the pearls with this! very classy lady!
By gail, November 10, 2009 @ 11:25 am

i LOVE your black and white shirt—i could live in something like that. and pairing it with your green sweater is genius. great style as usual
By Becky, November 10, 2009 @ 3:19 pm

I can’t believe you knit that cardigan! It’s my favorite piece of the outfit-gotta love a pop of color with the black and white!
By nurmisur, November 10, 2009 @ 4:44 pm

You looked very professional. I was thinking about the outfit on the last post and this one and was thinking how versatile you can be with your image.Nice
By Carol, November 10, 2009 @ 11:12 pm

I loved the whole outfit!! You’ve really given me some great ideas on how I can mix it in my closet! Thanks!
By kristophine, November 11, 2009 @ 3:42 am

Talk about convergence–this morning I thought, “I’ve looked crummy for a week” (since having the dreaded swine flu), “clearly it’s time to try to look professional again.” And then I pulled out my faux pearl strand and a sweater with some layering. I particularly like your shirt in this outfit–clean and simple, but still interesting.