Black on Black

Sometimes you have to embrace the beauty, simplicity and upscale appeal of black. As a color fiend, this is rare for me, but today I'm giving in on a rainy, October morning. The slight drama of the peplum in addition to leopard pumps give it just enough to standout from your every day black on black ensemble. 

Peplum Top: Olivaceous (Locally at Uniquities), Crop Pant: Gap , Pumps: 12th Street by Cynthia Vincent, Bracelets: Adriana Orsini, Stella and Dot, Hermes  

Practical Reinvented

The corporate scene doesn't have to mean drab pant suits and lackluster attire. Today at work I channel the sunshine and boast bright yellow trousers contrasted with a charming, but fashion-forward exaggerated peplum top in black. The peplum is dramatic and trendy (notice the exposed back zipper) yet suitable for a business environment. 

Top: Olivaceous (found locally at Uniquities), Crop Pant: Banana Republic (similar here), Ankle Strap Sandal: Zara (similar and on sale here), Bag: Exclusive for Saks (different color, same style here), Jewels: Alexis Bittar, David Yurman

Exaggerated Peplum

I'm on board the peplum train and I squealed a little when I found this one with such an exaggerated one! The contour on the waist followed by a dramatic flare make for a figure flattering top! I belted it to break up the black with gold and per usual insisted on a pop; so I let the citrus pumps speak for themselves. 

Top: Olivaceous Peplum Top (faux leather version here; found locally at Uniquities), Skirt: Old, but I'm loving this similar one, Belt: Asos, Earrings: Sonya Renee, Bag: Furla, Exclusively For Saks, Pumps: Ann Taylor Loft (different color sold here), Bracelets: Alexis Bittar, Hermes, Stella and Dot

Peplum

After an extensive search, I finally found the perfect pair of distressed denim! Being short, I like that you can roll them at the ankle for a preppy look. Combining the casual jean with a flirty peplum top offsets the idea of "grunge" because of the torn threads. The final feminine touch is the classic black pump! Sorry, when it's 70 degrees in January, I can't help put reminisce on spring/summer with a pop of neon! 

Peplum Top , Hudson Distressed Jean (Avail. locally at Anna & Alice), DV by Dolce Vita Notty Pump

Neon Clutch (similar here)

Jewel Tones

I think jewel tones are perfect for a fall or winter wedding. I wore this peplum number to a Friday evening soiree for the bride and groom. Stay tuned for the Saturday wedding attire. 

Peplum Cotton Dress (similar here), Neon Clutch (similar here), 

Jewels: J.Crew, David Yurman, Hermes, Stella & Dot