PFC #12 Glam to Work & BDIB Sequins

5 Jan 2012

This is the first time that I’ve done a Petite Fashion Challenge hosted by the lovely Khatu, so I thought I’d give it a whirl. Her challenge was to take an outfit from glam to day-wear and bonus points if we could turn it into work-appropriate attire.

I also happened upon my newest blog love “Pretty Shiny Sparkly” where Kristina puts out a series of challenges titled Bloggers Do It Better and the latest theme challenge is Sequins. So, to kill to birds with one stone, I decided to pull two challenges into one post with this outfit below. I just love when things fall into place so nicely. ^_^

The temperature this past Monday decided to drop from mid-50 degrees to oh, let’s just say beyond-freezing-cold degrees, so forgive me for looking chilly in the photos. =P

Glam Outfit:

H&M winter coat; AX tuxedo blazer (similar); F21 purple blouse (old) and gold sequin skirt (similar); F21 black tights; Nine West booties (similar); caterpillar necklace from Bar III; Amrita Singh Shearwater cuff; Chanel medium bag in black caviar

Work Outfit:

H&M winter coat; J. Crew ruffle cardigan (similar); F21 purple blouse (old); Express Editor pants (similar); BCBG satchel (similar); Enzo Angiolini booties (similar); Target leopard belt (similar) and gold watch (similar); caterpillar necklace from Bar III and Amrita Singh Shearwater cuff

As you can see, my Bar III caterpillar necklace came out to play again – love the versatility of this necklace! You can also see how I styled this necklace here and here. You can also see that I kept a lot of my accessories from my glam outfit into work, which I typically don’t wear that many accessories to work. I had a lot of fun pulling these outfits together for the challenges. Hopefully this post gives you an idea of how to style an outfit from glam to work for the woman-on-the-go. Thanks so much for reading!

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By: Mel Category: Outfits, PFC Tags: armani exchange, bloggers do it better, chanel, DC Fashion, dc fashion blogger, enzo angiolini, express, fashion blogger dc, forever 21, h and m, j crew, target, work appropriate

http://www.blogger.com/profile/09415181469636262733 R.L.

Wow! I love that tweed coat (can’t believe it’s H&M!) against your sequin skirt. And the purple and yellow look so refined in your day outfit!
http://www.blogger.com/profile/11052508299800747348 CynthiaC

Your blouse is absolutely stunning, especially paired with the cardigan. I’ve been looking for a top like that for a while, but never can find the perfect one.
http://www.blogger.com/profile/11324364616186025027 Kiki

Oh, the layers and textures are stunning!!
http://www.blogger.com/profile/05390109288412800530 The Little Dust Princess

Love your acccessories in the glam outfit!
http://www.blogger.com/profile/17555124576937762228 Alterations Needed

Hello there, adorable coat! I second R.L.’s statement…that coat is H&M? Me likey. =)
http://www.blogger.com/profile/08596628697661505013 just tututiny

wow, purple and yellow. such rich colors – they are my fave. I love this transformation, both looks are beautiful!
http://www.blogger.com/profile/10242214436235538883 ~Mel

@R.L. Thank you! when I saw the coat, I thought it was too cute to pass up and got it on sale for $30! =D
@CynthiaC thanks! I got this top at least 2-3 years ago, but I’m sure F21 will come out with something like it again. they typically recycle their items every once in awhile.
@Kiki thank you!!
@The Little Dust Princess thanks!! =D
@Alterations Needed thanks girly! yep, H&M and only $30! not too shabby ^_^
@just tututiny thanks so much!! =)
http://www.blogger.com/profile/17603564373011758440 Olyvia

I’m loving your jewelry! My favorite look is the awesome purple blouse with the yellow cardigan. The colors look wonderful together!
http://www.blogger.com/profile/10242214436235538883 ~Mel

@Olyvia Thank you! I absolutely love those colors and definitely make the outfit pop. something about yellow always makes me happy ^_^
http://www.blogger.com/profile/12139158344927425896 my mini bag

I love your transformation from night to day. I love the yellow and all of your accessories. Great post. And fun challenge.

Do you guys compete with each other or does everyone just join in on the challenge?

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http://www.blogger.com/profile/03696979604331946715 With Each Passing Day

Congrats on your first PFC! The purple is stunning paired with the sequin skirt.
http://www.blogger.com/profile/10242214436235538883 ~Mel

@my mini bag thank u! no competition. more just for fun within the community ^_^
@With Each Passing Day lol – thanks! hope there’s plenty challenges to come =)
http://www.blogger.com/profile/08440385349108758615 JJ

LOVE that colorful statement bracelet. It’s beautiful! Very cute looks.
http://www.blogger.com/profile/09423227956984979228 Petite and Hungry

love love love your looks! they are so put together and sophisticated!

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http://www.blogger.com/profile/10242214436235538883 ~Mel

@JJ Thank you! it’s def an eye-catcher! ^_^
@Petite and Hungry thanks so much! =)
http://www.blogger.com/profile/16908551834279207953 Fashion By Alicia

Love your coat, but I love your skirt from the first photos. Great looks!
http://www.blogger.com/profile/14220760383280633519 kimberlyloc

love this look! great coat and such fun textures all around. xoxo
http://www.blogger.com/profile/10242214436235538883 ~Mel

@Fashion By Alicia Thank you!
@kimberlyloc lol – thanks!
http://www.blogger.com/profile/04624207499869306317 Elaine A (TOBeautyReviews)

Gosh I love both looks so much! The skirt is amazing and the colour combo and jacket look so good!
http://www.blogger.com/profile/10242214436235538883 ~Mel

@Elaine A (TOBeautyReviews) thank you! so appreciate it! ^_^
http://www.blogger.com/profile/10040583849145093100 Rites of Beauty

Both outfits are fantastic. I love the mix of different textures and fabrics, plus the jewelry.
http://www.blogger.com/profile/10242214436235538883 ~Mel

@Rites of Beauty thanks!! =)
http://www.blogger.com/profile/12739618947514945582 Tam

Great looks! I especially love the yellow sweater paired with the deep purple of your blouse–so stunning! I love bright colors for winter. Great job on this challenge!
http://www.blogger.com/profile/10242214436235538883 ~Mel

@Tam thank you! =)
http://www.blogger.com/profile/15479768871068258750 ganawil

Love the bags. They are so chic and love the great design.
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