
August 31, 2015
Mission #65, Day 1--SHIRT DRESSES--Textured
For this Mission Week, it's all about the shirtdress. Classy, timeless and versatile--they can be dressed up or dressed down. And the best part? They come in all shapes, colors and variations. Today's shirtdress de jour? Lace.
So guess what? I got a new job. That's the news that I couldn't share last week. It happened so fast. I applied for the job after randomly spotting it on a Saturday, got a call back on Monday, had the interview on Thursday, got an offer on Friday and by the following Monday (one week ago from today) I was giving my boss of six years my two weeks' notice.
It's a very posh and prestigious law firm in Denver, Cherry Creek to be exact. It will be quite the change in location--a longer commute and an actual city law firm instead of a laid back Boulder one. And on that same note . . . a hugely different dress code. Conservative. Very. I was assured that they have casual Friday, but I'm coming from a firm where everyday was my very casual Friday.
I don't plan on changing the blog if I can help it. I will have to dress boring for work--at least to start. We'll see if that changes. But I will for sure not be able to don my tulle skirts and combat boots. So my blog photos are going to probably go to a special event/weekend basis. This is actually fine because I currently have enough blog photos stored in a backlog for about six weeks.
It's scary. But exciting. I have so many emotions going on right now it's insane. But by this time next week, I will be a paralegal in a new job at a new firm. I'll have my own office and parking space. I'll have a LUNCH BREAK. People I have never had a lunch break in my professional life--even when I was full time.
Saying goodbye has been hard. I said goodbye to Daryl, my boss of six years, on Friday when he left for a trip. He assured me that he would miss my fashion and flare in the office and told me that whoever he hired in place would never be able to keep up in that realm. Which I appreciated. But you know, you can only wear funky clothes in a serious profession for so long. I guess this is growing up . . .
Lace Shirtdress-thrifted
Denim Jacket-Old Navy, thrifted
Black Mules-Vera Wang
Crossbody Bag-Coach, vintage
Earrings-gifted

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Your red jacket is awesome and the wide leg sailor pants....awesome-r! I love this look.
I love thrifting. About 80 to 85% of what I own was thrifted. My sis doesn't like thrifting for all the reasons you mentioned but me, I don't mind at all for all the good reasons you've also pointed out. Friends see my wardrobe and think that I have a lot of money to throw away on clothes. I know I don't.
The good thing about thrifting here is that the clothes come from different parts of the world, mostly Asian brands and most of the quality is great.
I love thrifting. About 80 to 85% of what I own was thrifted. My sis doesn't like thrifting for all the reasons you mentioned but me, I don't mind at all for all the good reasons you've also pointed out. Friends see my wardrobe and think that I have a lot of money to throw away on clothes. I know I don't.
The good thing about thrifting here is that the clothes come from different parts of the world, mostly Asian brands and most of the quality is great.
Love the mix of masculine military vest and very feminine pink skirt!
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Serious bragging rights you've got there, Frannie! State Senator! Wow! Kudos to Conner!
Now I've seen a lovely way to style my brown skirt. Cute look.
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Now I've seen a lovely way to style my brown skirt. Cute look.
I wish I knew suggestions to give about Kaden. I'm sorry that I don't.
How badly do I want that sweater!! I love it.... I'm now following you by email.
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I've been wanting a white blazer for so long. Love yours. Cute look.
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I understand its good to be responsible about spending money, but when a Giorgio Armani item is that dirt cheap you'll be needing jail to keep me from getting them. Looooove your dress; all the pockets and buttons! it's so fab with the leo shoes.
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Wow, Robin! I love this look! Fab spiked cap! Cute sandals too.
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Love your relaxed look. Acceptance of people from a different culture, ethics, sexuality, color, e.t.c is something a lot of people (myself inclusive) need to learn. I think that it's an individual thing. And is a pointer to how open-minded and humane someone truly is. I think that at first there is the shock to overcome and then if someone is open-minded they become accepting of the other person.
I must confess I did wonder about some of your work outfits, but you're lucky τ̲̅☺ have such relaxed dress code at work. I like the occasional power suit myself but on the regular I don't. Cute monochrome look. Love your necklace.
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Cute skirt. Love the look, Frannie.
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