Harry Potter Inspired Outfit

Dress: Blu Pepper

Blazer: Armani Exchange

OTK Boots: Donald and Lisa Signature

Bag: Michael Kors

Hair: Drybar

Makeup: Elizabeth Jones

Photography: Franz Swantko

Happy Thursday to You!  How are you?  Are you ready for some pastels for spring?  I know spring has sprung, but I am not quite ready to give up my boots just yet.  I am going to be wearing these boots until it seems...well, odd.  See, I love boots and since we don't get that much cold weather here, I hang on to the winter styles as long as possible.

This winter, I was looking for a specific type of boot. These boots were to act like a pair of pants/ leggings, but also as shoes.  I was looking for a way to stay warm and still wear dresses at the same time.  So, the OTK chunk heel Donald and Lisa Signature boot seemed like the obvious choice.  Luckily, I purchased these on sale (I had been eyeing them for months).  I looked around a lot at boots from all over the place on the web, but still came back to these for two reasons: they were both stylish and comfortable.  I wear these boots to work and walk around in them all day at least three times a week.

This blazer from Armani Exhange is one of my favorites, and I have been wearing it a couple times a week.  If you have ever owned a jacket from Armani Exhange, you probably know that the fit of these jackets are impeccable.  Great jackets are some of the most loved pieces in my wardrobe.  I always feel so much more polished with a well-fitting blazer.  How about you?

This hobo handbag from Michael Kors was a gift from my boyfriend for Christmas.  He let me pick it out.  What a smart man:)  I picked this neutral bag because I wanted to be able to wear it all year long with many outfits.  This bag is soft and slouchy, yet sturdy and big enough to hold just about everything I need.  It even has pockets inside for organization.  Love that!

Recently, I was talking with someone and they randomly mentioned Harry Potter in conversation.  I was wearing this specific outfit combo, so I figured it was definitely a subconscious slip.  So,  for this post I thought I'd go with it.  Here it is, my Harry Potter inspired outfit.  They even have a new Harry Potter ride that just opened up at Universal Studios.  Neato!  I love those movies.  Science Fiction and Fantasy movies are definitely my favorite genre.  What is yours?

Hope you're having a wonderful week:)

Accessorizing with Donald and Ralph

Bag: Ralph Lauren (Similar)

Boots: Donald J. Pliner (Similar)

Glasses:  Gucci (Similar)

Necklace: Sweet Romance Similar

Coat: Bosch (Similar) 

Denim: Paige Verdugo Ultra Skinny 

Turtleneck: (Similar)

Makeup: Elizabeth Jones

Hair: Drybar

Photography: Franz Swantko

Brrr!  Lately, it has been rainy, windy, and chilly over here in California.  I'm not a huge fan of cold weather however, the rain is nice because we are in a severe drought right now.  How about you?  Do you like the rain or detest it?  Personally, I love the sound of rain falling on my window when I go to sleep.  It's so relaxing.  

One of the benefits of cold weather as a fashionista, is breaking out those warm winter boots and cozy coats.  This camel coat is super warm and meshes with just about everything.  Some of my favorite winter boots with heels are made by Donald J. Pliner.  The boots featured here are a pair of his black stretchy elastic pointy toe boots with heels from about eight years back.  He has similar ones online.  I also ordered them in brown a few years back in a stretch suede like material as well because they fit my calves and they were comfortable enough to wear to work for eight hours.  To this day, I am still ecstatic about these boots!  I visit his website often because I am a huge fan of his styles, design, level of comfort, and quality.  This year, I bought a pair of Donald and Lisa Signature OTK boots to keep my legs warm that I will be showcasing in a future post.  Can't wait!

Do you have a stylish work tote or satchel?  What colors do you prefer?  This pretty burgundy satchel from Ralph Lauren is one of my favorite carryalls.  I also have this equestrian embossed satchel in red and black because I love this design so much!  It's the perfect size to carry your work items in or a small laptop or iPad for blogging.  It's also definitely a sleek and stylish statement piece if you are going to a work meeting or work luncheon.  Ralph Lauren is definitely one of my all time favorite designers because of the classic sophistication of  his designs.

Hope you have a wonderful week and remember to Make it a Marvelous Monday okay:)

XO Joanna