A Gray - or is it Grey? Day!

I can't start writing until I look this up....hmmm...Grey and Gray are actually interchangeable it seems. Grey is being defined primarily as a noun, with gray being defined primarily as an adjective:

1. of a color between white and black; having a neutral hue.

2. dark, dismal, or gloomy: gray skies

3. dull, dreary, or monotonous

My day was a little "all of the above"!

1. of a color between white and black; having a neutral hue.

Obviously, the sweater I am wearing today is. I got this earlier this year on sale - serious sale - at New York & Co. My friends Erika and Gretchen had given me a blue one for Christmas. I loved it so much I went back for a gray one and red one. It was cheap! Less than $10 each cheap!

2. dark, dismal, or gloomy: gray skies

I am not sure if you can see it in the pictures, but the skies were miserable this morning! They still are...and it is cold to top it off! I do not think it got above 50 degrees all day. It is supposed to continue through tomorrow, and I am running in a 10k in the morning. Ugh.

Dark: My jeans! Not as dark as other jeans I have but I still like these. They are Joe Jeans, and I purchased them on sale at Off Saks. I like this style of Joe Jeans as they are not so low rise that I feel like I have plumbers crack every time I sit down, yet are not so high rise that they are mom jeans. I wore an "invisible" belt with them, that is designed to keep your pants up, but not create bulk under a t-shirt.

3. dull, dreary, or monotonous

I needed anything but the above when I selected my shoes today. I knew I needed color! I tried to avoid the blahs by adding a little sparkle in my Ann Taylor Loft camisole. I thought about wearing my boots, but I am simply not ready. My only hesitation in this shoe selection was that, well, Ben hates these shoes. He is not a fan of pointy toed shoes as it is, and these are extremely pointy! They have a low kitten heel; a higher heel probably would have been better as these pants are a tad long. I love my jeans too long rather than too short so I lived with it! I purchased these shoes over 4 years ago at Cole Haan. They are a "cross breed" between Cole Haan and Nike. I have the same pair in black leather but need to get the heels replaced as the nails are exposed and make a click click click sound. These are still in great shape! I like the shiny green patent mixed with the matte silver accents. Darn - you can't see that they have a silver strap that goes across the top of my foot. They are not a serious shoe. Hopefully far from dull, dreary or monotonous!

I kept the accessories very simple, with cz studs and my bangles.

Nothing too splashy, yet very comfortable. Perfect for casual Friday!

Vote on the parts and pieces below!

Speaking of votes, I will recap this week's this weekend. Yesterday was interesting - the dress was tied! Karyn liked it though; that alone may make it a keeper. We will see!

Thanks for checking in!

xo

Kel

Now I Can Die and Go To Heaven!

I went to the cafeteria today to get a coffee and a milk.

When I was paying, the cashier (a male) said "I hope this doesn't embarrass you, but you look just gorgeous today! The necklace, the dress, let me see your shoes!"

He leaned over the counter. When he saw my shoes, he exclaimed "Now I can die and go to Heaven!". I smile every time I think about it!

It is funny; as more of my co-workers are finding out about the blog, I am getting more comments on my clothes. The guys are even getting into it! I had to explain to Joe today that I can repeat any of these items - the dress, the shoes, the necklace - they just can't be put together in one ensemble again. You can read my self imposed rules here on my first blog.

My art director took some action shots of me today. Our photos from this morning were meh as we could not go outside and the lighting wasn't working. We took this as I headed out to the car after work. Does that Revlon Lipstick last all day or what?

Today's dress is an Anne Klein that I purchased on eBay last year. It has many elements that you know I love - ruching (sp?), a sweetheart neckline, the look of a wrap dress, and a slinky material. In looking at the pictures from today, however, I am not in love with this dress. I guess it makes me sad that if you were to vote it off, it would not break my heart. I don't want these thoughts to influence you; please give me your honest opinion.

I do love these shoes, however! I got them last year on QVC (yes, on QVC) and they are Arturo Chiang. I saw them later on Piperlime. I love the slight platform, the pattern, the heel, and the material; they have a fine fur texture.

I should mention one of my other favorite shoe sources. I love endless! They offer free overnight shipping and have an excellent selection. You can search on a brand; my favorite searches were Betsey Johnson and Naughty Monkeys. I know; shocking!

The necklace I chose today was not the first one I had on. I had a far more neutral set of beads on but I felt too drab. I went back to the armoire for some more color; I selected this necklace that I got years ago on QVC. I have had it so long I don't remember when I got it, or quite frankly, the last time I wore it! I am such a silver girl, that it is not often that I will wear a metal that is not silver. It was fun and gave me the bright I was looking for.

Speaking of silver, Ben thought it would be a good idea to show you my bangles! I wear these everyday, except for the occasional weekend day when I may wear only one or two. They have become my signature look. Mixed in with them is my favorite Movado watch. There are 11 bangles; I just counted! Each bangle means something different to me, and represents a different time in my life. They announce my arrival with a slight "ting ting ting" as they bang against each other. I really do feel naked without them! The turquoise ring you see? I wear that everyday. Ben got it for me in New Mexico and I love it!

As much as I love dressing up, I am really looking forward to Casual Friday tomorrow. It is cold and rainy here. I feel a warm sweater day ahead!

I need to go finish my Nutrimirror Friday column and spend some time with my art director!

Thanks for checking in!

xo

Kel