Wednesday, January 16, 2013

on // off duty


Dress: Proenza Schouler (last seen here and here); Shirt: J.Crew; Shoes: Celine; Bag: c/o Rebecca Minkoff; Sunglasses: Karen Walker; Watch: Michael Kors

I often get asked how I decide which pieces to invest in and which ones to pass on -- something that I'm, in all honesty, still trying to figure out myself as I get older. I am, however, a firm believer in finding and ponying up for statement work dresses -- ones that can easily transition from a day full of meetings to cocktail hour afterward with just a few simple accessory changes. This dress in particular, a Proenza Schouler beauty I stalked for weeks before it went on major sale, is a great example of how just a few simple layers (under or over the dress) can make a huge difference in the overall aesthetic of the outfit. I felt polished at work but could easily ditch the button up shirt for dinner for two later on. 

Photos by Klassy Goldberg
Posted by Krystal Bick
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33 comments:

  1. ShereeJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:32 AM

    THE CUT OF THIS DRESS TOTALLY MAKES IT!
    SHEREE XX
    www.itsnotthatdeep.com

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  2. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:39 AM

    The hemline! Divine!
    -Alexandra
    Www.rhymeswithfashion.com

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  3. Lucia FloresJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:40 AM

    Such a cute outfit! Totally love that dress! The fabric is gorgeous! You look fantastic!

    XOXO from the Netherlands,
    Lucia

    ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤

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  4. NataliJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:40 AM

    I like this dress very much!

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

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  5. SimplyxClassicJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:42 AM

    beautiful! good investment!

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  6. Maria LarsenJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:52 AM

    Ooh, I love the idea of a shirt under a dress. I would never have thought of something like this to wear, and you pull it off beautifully.
    xo, Maria

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  7. Ooh La La GwenJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:57 AM

    I do this a lot, layering a shirt underneath the dress. I love your dress.

    www.oohlalagwen.blogspot.com

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  8. StylecloudsJanuary 16, 2013 at 6:10 AM

    I love the dress!!! xo, Christina

    www.styleclouds.de

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  9. Rachelle (http://pinksole.com/)January 16, 2013 at 6:16 AM

    such a nice dress, love the print and length.

    xo
    http://pinksole.com

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  10. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 6:26 AM

    that dress is so stunning!

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  11. KimberlyJanuary 16, 2013 at 6:41 AM

    Love the collared shirt underneath - this dress is gorgeous & definitely worth the money :)

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  12. Seeking StyleJanuary 16, 2013 at 7:00 AM

    That dress is fantastic!

    xo Jennifer

    http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

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  13. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    gorgeous gorgeous dress!!!! :) xo, Alma
    http://www.soulofashopper.com

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  14. NaomiJanuary 16, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    Love the hemline~

    The Occasional Indulgence

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  15. ClosetConfectionsJanuary 16, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    Beautiful dress, and I especially love the asymmetrical hem!

    Kendra
    http://closetconfections.com

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  16. Amanda JoyJanuary 16, 2013 at 8:27 AM

    I love that dress, it is sooo unique!!
    xx
    Amanda
    http://denimanddaydreams.blogspot.com/

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  17. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    You look fantastic in this dress! What an amazing piece. - Megan www.step-brightly.com

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  18. Meaghann BendisJanuary 16, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    I love this work appropriate, preppy take on this dress!
    xo
    Meg
    www.sealed-with-style.com

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  19. CarolineJanuary 16, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    perfect dress!! love the combo with white shirt ♥
    kisses from

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  20. jenn~the stylish housewifeJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    love this dress more every time you wear it. definitely worth the investment!


    xoxo, jenn
    the stylish housewife

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  21. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    I really dig this dress! I think dresses are a great staple in a wardrobe for sure. Your styling always inspires me, love those white pumps!

    -Nico

    www.SatinAndSalt.com

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  22. ChristineJanuary 16, 2013 at 12:55 PM

    The texture of this reminds me of a vest that belonged to my mom that I wore as a teenager. Ahhh the memories!
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  23. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 4:24 PM

    I agree with you, when I was younger I would just buy a lot of cheap & cute things without really thinking about how often I'd get to wear it.. but now that I've matured I realized that I gravitate towards "investment pieces" and think twice about buying something to see if it can be versatile!

    -Sarah
    The Weekend Diary

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  24. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:30 PM

    Well said. Some items are defintely worth investing than others. Sometimes it is a learning process and there will be money "spent" during this process lol

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  25. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    I agree with you about what items to invest in. I think pieces that are truly special and functional should be good quality, while other things that are super trendy and might be a wear-once item should be from somewhere like F21 or Zara.

    Caitlin
    re-mix-her.tumblr.com

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  26. Alexia MickensJanuary 16, 2013 at 7:03 PM

    Love the layers!!

    xx, sweet bird <
    xx, sweet bird <

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  27. KellyJanuary 16, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    this dress is so fun! but with how cold it is i'm kind of freezing thinking about wearing dresses right now!

    Off Kelly's Hanger

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  28. Adiel | Rose Gold LiningJanuary 16, 2013 at 11:52 PM

    Lovin' that dress lady!

    xo.Adiel
    IBITTM

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  29. miasmodeJanuary 17, 2013 at 3:09 AM

    Wow that dress is gorgeous <3

    xo

    glamDevils

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  30. AnonymousJanuary 17, 2013 at 4:09 AM

    It truly is a great dress, I understand completely!

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  31. Tori-JaneJanuary 17, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    I always find stalking certain items can be good in the sale, shopping trying on and keeping really great finds on a list and then wait for the prices to drop a little or research discount codes is a great way of getting fashion for much less. so bravo for your wonderful dress!

    Stylist In London

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  32. Julie CottrellJanuary 17, 2013 at 3:14 PM

    oooommmggg this is amazing! i love this times a mill!

    http://streetlily.blogspot.com

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  33. UnknownJanuary 17, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    I love the texture of the dress!

    www.kacieskloset.blogspot.com
    www.daisyraeboutique.com

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