WIW 6/16, 6/17, 6/18: The Work Formula

My dad's health situation has continued to be quite unstable this week so I haven't had much time for posting or paying much attention to my clothes. Thank goodness for my tried-and-true pencil skirt/blazer/pumps formula! Nothing in any of these outfits is new, but I felt reasonably put together during a busy few days!

1. Tan pencil skirt: Halogen
Tan pinstripe blazer: Talbots via consignment
Navy linen blouse: consignment
White/navy/bronze pumps: Seychelles
White satchel: Banana Republic

2. BW print pencil skirt: Halogen
Striped top: Lands End
White linen blazer: Olivia Moon
BW tote: Steve Madden
Red pumps: Jessica Simpson
Pendant: H&M

3. Red pencil skirt: Halogen
Leopard blouse: J Crew via consignment
Tan linen blazer: Olivia Moon
Brown belt: Target
Colorblock tote: Vince Camuto
Brown pumps: Jessica Simpson

I just realized that the skirts, linen blazers, and pointy-toe pumps are all duplicates in different colors. It really helps to have the same pieces in different colors to make getting dressed easy in the morning!

Thanks for looking and for your honest feedback!

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Veteran

Some of your best! I especially like the tan ensemble #1. The shoes stand out in this outfit, and something about it makes me think of Faye Dunaway's character in The Thomas Crown Affair.

Deborah

Your formula works so well for you. I am sorry to hear your dad is not doing so well. Will be keeping you all in my thoughts.

And you are a girl after my own heart. I note the handbag changes... I also change my bag daily:)

Brooklyn

I agree with cocolion - shoes in no 1 are a star. I also really like no 2, but they are all very stylish outfits.

Maneera

I love all 3 looks so much that I'm having a hard time choosing my favourite! After careful consideration, I'm going to go with #2. The pattern mixing is beyond fabulous, and looks absolutely divine on you.

Your tried-and-true formula really really works for you. Don't you love it when you know you can deal with family stress without worrying about looking polished for work? I think your look is classic and refined without being boring, and you have a great eye for details.

I hope your dad feels better soon.

Anonymous

So sorry about your dad's ongoing problems. It must be such a worry. I hope things improve soon.

Kudos to you for looking so wonderful through it all Mary. All three outfits are beyond fab! I think I might pick the pattern mixing one as my favourite, with the tan one coming in at a close second.

dakotacheryl

Mary, Aging parents can take a lot out of us emotionally and physically.

Your formula dressing is wonderful and you look fab in all three photos!!

Jeweled

I hope your Dad gets better soon!
I love the stripes + floral pattern mixing in photo #2. I'm not usually a fan of pattern mixing, but it looks really sharp how you've done it!

lyn67

My best wished to your DF! These are all great! Your work formula is kind of one dressier version of mine, and I love it, too! Easy peasy-and feelin' great!

Joy

Your outfits always inspire me to do more mixing. My favorite is 2. I ordered a couple of those Lands End tops, one the blue stripe and one plain white. I am loving how cool and comfortable they are for summer, yet covered. Thank you for looking so polished in your rash guard.
I am sorry that your dad is still struggling. Do you have any siblings that help you out?

Sara L.

So sorry to hear about your father - I hope things improve soon. Your formula looks great and it's good that you have such great pieces that you don't have to worry about your clothies in times of stress.

Janet

Classic Mary! Your work style is so consistently polished and fab. I am sending good thoughts and hugs for you and your dad.

Suz

Mary, you look amazing. I am in love with the pop of red in #2. And I can't believe how much wear you get from that LE sun shirt!

So sorry to hear that your dad is still struggling. Getting old is not for the faint hearted, and caring for elders is not, either. Luckily, you and your wardrobe are both strong!

Transcona Shannon

Mary, I'm so sorry to hear that things continue to be difficult and I wish you much, much strength

This is definitely when a well honed wardrobe is truly appreciated - look how stylish and fabulous you look! I especially love the black and white pattern mixing in outfit #2. YLF

donnat

Very sorry to hear about your dad's problems.
Boy, your formula sure works. I love the pattern mixing in 2 and the animal
print and red in 3. Isn't it awsome when you can put such professional outfits together quickly and without a whole lot of thought.

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