With the heat wave continuing here in Chicago, I decided to continue embracing summer looks…seeing as how the weather is giving us little choice! As I did with my outfit yesterday, I added long sleeves to make this look a bit more transitional looking versus strictly a summer look.
Since it’s not really fall, I’ve decided it’s faux fall/faux summer. In honor of the weather, I decided to make my theme today “faux.” I wore my faux pearls and faux “I’m a ballerina” skirt. I classify that skirt as “faux” because I don’t have great hand-eye coordination and could never be a ballerina. True story. Seriously, ask anyone that’s seen me try to throw a ball.
Along with my pearls, I added pointy toed kitten heels that have a bow on the front.
My faux look was complete!
Top: Ann Taylor Loft (approx $10 marked down from approx $30)
Skirt: Ann Taylor ($12 marked down from $60)
Necklace: Forever 21 (I can’t remember, but I’m guessing around $5-$7)
Shoes: Aubrey Brooke from DSW ($12 marked down from $99)
Fashion Huntress tips:
1) When I’m clearly wearing costume jewelry, I tend to go all out costume. The pearl necklace I found at Forever 21 is definitely costume jewelry, and with the rosette on the side, I think even more so. Personally, I love costume jewelry for the right time and place. There are so many great places to get big statement/costume pieces for great prices. I love Forever 21 and H&M for these types of necklaces, and jewelry in general. While I don’t wear this particular necklace a ton, I have had it for a number of years now, and it’s still in great shape. I do keep all my jewelry laying flat/hanging on a cork board, if possible, as I think that tends to prolong its life, shape, and quality.
2) Transitioning clothes this time of year can be tricky when the weather does not cooperate! I like to keep my looks half summer/half fall during “fall months” when it is still exceptionally warm. I think the easiest way to do this is to add long sleeves to outfits with skirts or short sleeves to outfits with pants. Not showing a lot of skin is a must in most conservative work settings, so this is a good rule of thumb in general. Also, when wearing your sheer summer pieces, always wear a slip. Slips are perfect for summer, tights and leggings are perfect for fall and winter. Forgetting one is a mistake that you hopefully only make once. Yikes. We’ve all been there!
Anywho, what do people think of costume jewelry at work? Go? No-go? What about ballerina looks?
Thanks for reading, readers! As always, thanks for visiting and commenting!!
the fashion huntress 
This look suits you well.
Thank you! It felt very romantic, which definitely suits my personality! xo
I have that skirt too! It’s one of my faves! have it in 2 colors… Absolutely love it for a transition look!
You do?! How funny! I’d love to see how you style it!!
I love gray and pink, your outfit is adorable! I love the black rose on your string of pearls. I felt that way too, I was trying to think of what to call this heat wave, I posted about my favorite fall looks instead since it’s still too warm to wear fall clothes. Great transition look!
I agree, it’s not even an option to wear the fall clothes now in this heat! I finally gave up and am back to pulling out my summer clothes. Oh well! And thank you! I definitely got the necklace because I loved the black rose!
It is a little hard when the weather is a crazy outside. Hot one day and not too warm the other. I love the way you wore your skirt. Yes, I think you can use costume jewelry at work.
Exactly, some mornings it’s cold, then really hot by the end of the day! I’m just trying to make it work because I’m really not a summer person. 😉 I love my layers in fall and winter!
so lady like… and the skirt is such a great color 🙂
Thank you! The skirt is so feminine and classic- I love it! I’ll take pink any day of the week… 🙂
Love that skirt! And i’m feeling you in the “faux” summer, “faux” fall looks. I really wish mother nature would make up her mind!
XO
Katie
charmingcitystyle.com
I do too! Seriously, it’s like she’s playing a joke on us because everyone is too excited about fall fashion and pumpkins! 🙂 xo
Beautiful pics, great tips. I, personally don’t do costume jewelry but I think it’s fine for work if tasteful (as pictured above).
Thank you! Yes, I think it’s a completely personal decision. Some people wear only that, others not at all. I like to do a mix of both, especially in instances where a ‘real’ version is out of my financial reach 😉
Love that skirt! So fun and flirty!
xo, Kenya
Thanks, Kenya! I totally get overly excited for Ann Taylor sales. Lately, I’ve found so many good pieces- I think there’s even a few that both of us have found!! 😉 xo
oooh! Love the skirt with the grey top! Such pretty color combo!! Love how you paired it with the pearls and the kitten heels..very sheek!
Thank you!! I was glad to pull out my necklace, as it’s one of my favorite pieces of costume jewelry and doesn’t get a ton of use! xo
I love the softness of this outfit…a heather gray with a blush pink…so lovely 🙂
Thanks, girl! You know I don’t say no to tulle/sheer, just a general rule. …especially if I can somehow wear it to work!
Look so good in this outfit. I never try something gris with that of pink. But it look so beautiful. And thanks to the necklace, it makes this outfit so different!
Robe pour vous
Thank you!! I think the necklace was the statement in this outfit; it seemed to give the outfit some elegance 🙂 Thanks for visiting and commenting!!
Haha we must be on the same wavelength, love! I’m totally channeling the gray top in this crazy weather (as reflected in my post today!) and I love your sweet look here! xo
I saw that in your post today!! We are totally on the same wavelength- great fashion minds…!
Love pink and grey combination!
Thank you!! I love how pink and gray look together. Somehow it always tend to look very soft and romantic, which I love!
It’s such a lovely look and I adore your skirt. Such a lovely one.
And I also love your necklace – definitely okay for work! 🙂
Thank you, Miss Uschi!! It’s such a fun necklace, I’m glad it doesn’t look out of place at work! 🙂
so beautiful ❤
Thank you 🙂 This was a fun one to wear…I admit that I twirled around a little in it :)!! xo
You look so cute!
Aww, thank you! This was a really fun outfit to wear!!
Continue to embrace your summer outfits because they are so cute! Also, I love the skirt and necklace.
-Vogue&Heels
http://www.vogueandheels.com
Thanks, girl! Seems like fall may finally be coming, but I’ve got a few more summer looks in me until then 🙂
I love pink and grey combination, i think its the most romantic ever combination! Great tips about transitioning clothes, also love your kitten shoes! and you look fantastic!
Thanks so much!! I totally agree, it’s such a romantic color combination! And I love the kitten heels because they are so comfortable!! Xo
This is such a sweet look and really fantastic for transitioning into fall! I adore costume jewelry and of course I would wear it to work! Fashion should be fun not boring!
Rebecca
http://www.winnipegstyle.ca
🙂 Your comment made me laugh out loud- you are so right! It should always be fun, not boring!! I couldn’t have said it better myself!! xo
so pretty and elegant! I’m in love with those shoes…
Thanks! Yes, I love them too!! They are actually really comfortable-
Great outfit! So romantic and elegant! I love the necklace!
Diana
http://www.ManhattanImageandStyle.com
Thank you! That necklace is definitely any oldie but a goodie!! xo
Those are the best! 😉
How cute! I am loving the skirt, mind if I borrow it? :p
xo,
Dylan
sartorialspice.com
LOL not at all! It really is a fun skirt to wear!! xoxo
I am a big fan of anything ballet (faux or not), and I love that skirt! It is so crazy trying to dress for this weather! Two days ago I was dripping in sweat, and today it’s cool enough to wear jeans and long sleeves. Faux fall is a mysterious one!
Seriously, it’s the same way here. Although lately, it seems to be dipping in temperature and staying there. I don’t mind being a little hot, but I really don’t like being cold! So I end up carrying a ton of layers this time of year!!
what a pretty outfit, I love your necklaces!
Thank you! I love necklaces- though I think I need to rotate more but some days I reach for what’s easiest 😉 !