Tuesday, January 28, 2014

that 9 to 5



Dress: Marissa Webb (top and skirt version here and here on sale!); Shoes: Christian Dior; Bag: Proenza Schouler; Sunglasses: Celine; Lips: Stila "Beso"

Most days, my morning meetings start around 8:30 or 9, which makes my morning hustle and commute that much more interesting to pull off (read: with traffic, it generally takes 2.5 hours to get to work). Yikes. This tends to result in a few things. 

1.) I'm getting pretty darn efficient at dressing in the dark lately. Good or bad? I'm not sure. 
2. ) I rely heavily on a rotation of quirky work dresses that I can mix and match with different heels. 
3.) Dry shampoo is a godsend. Day old curls are usually the best anyway, am I right? 
4.) Lipstick can work wonders, even if you're still fighting yawns.
5. I'm trying to skip my normal caffeine routine and opting for a green juice of some sort. It's been difficult adjusting but I think I'll end up feeling more energized in the long run.

Photos by Lydia Hudgens
Posted by Krystal Bick
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39 comments:

  1. miasmodeJanuary 28, 2014 at 5:08 AM

    Beautiful dress and heels.

    xx Mira

    www.glamdevils.com

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  2. UnknownJanuary 28, 2014 at 5:13 AM

    Such an early commute! I'm with ya on the dry shampoo. That stuff is seriously amazing. As is your dress, girl! So sweet!

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  3. UnknownJanuary 28, 2014 at 5:21 AM

    i can totally relate!!!




    xoxo from rome
    K.
    kcomekarolina.com

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  4. Rachelle (http://pinksole.com/)January 28, 2014 at 5:23 AM

    yup I know about a long commute, you look gorgeous lady love this ensemble.

    xo
    PinkSole

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  5. AnnickJanuary 28, 2014 at 5:29 AM

    Oh my goodness - 2.5 hours to get to work! That's crazy! And yes, day old curls are the best.

    Love the patterned dress and bright heels!

    Bold Subtlety

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  6. ShereeJanuary 28, 2014 at 5:34 AM

    This piece is SOOOOOOOOOO amazing I cant even handle it! The sleek silhouette and the back,,ahhh, it's all about the little details and besides the pattern and colors being fantastic, the details totally make it beyond!
    Sheree xxx
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  7. NataliJanuary 28, 2014 at 6:32 AM

    Great and chic look!

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

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  8. QJanuary 28, 2014 at 6:34 AM

    adore the back of the dress and the shoes compliment the dress so nice.

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  9. UnknownJanuary 28, 2014 at 7:11 AM

    Do you wear dresses like these to work? You look fab!

    xo, coco | MILLENNIELLE.COM

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  10. CaitlinJanuary 28, 2014 at 7:13 AM

    What's your favorite dry shampoo? I am on the lookout for a new one

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  11. UnknownJanuary 28, 2014 at 7:38 AM

    Lovely dress <3

    Kisses

    Helo Müller

    www.bloghelomuller.com

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  12. Shall We sasaJanuary 28, 2014 at 7:43 AM

    Love this dress so much! You look great<3

    www.shallwesasa.com

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  13. Yolonda | Style FragmentJanuary 28, 2014 at 7:54 AM

    Love this dress!

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  14. RachJanuary 28, 2014 at 7:59 AM

    For dressing in the dark, you look fantastic!!

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  15. dipped in yellowJanuary 28, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    gorgeous dress! love the back! x

    dipped in yellow

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  16. UnknownJanuary 28, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    Very cute dress! From the back I almost thought it was a cropped top. The checkered print is very unique. And your metallic green shoes!!!! LOVE it.

    OUTFIT POST:: MAD HATTER

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    xoxo

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  17. KJanuary 28, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    Love the shoes! :)

    Kiss
    Strawberry Short Skirt
    Shop My Closet

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  18. HannahJanuary 28, 2014 at 9:11 AM

    Fabulous dress.
    Champagne Lifestyle on a Beer Budget

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  19. The Whiskey WolfJanuary 28, 2014 at 1:27 PM

    LOVE the little surprise in the back! so effortless and chic while fun showing some skin


    www.ginandtonicstyle.com

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  20. Maddie ToyJanuary 28, 2014 at 2:22 PM

    your heels are gorgeous!! such a chic look!
    xo,
    maddie

    http://feelingmagenta.blogspot.com/

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  21. MackenzieJanuary 28, 2014 at 4:18 PM

    That dress is so pretty!! I wish I had the occasion to dress up more often.... although maybe I'm not ready for the early-morning working world!!

    Mackenzie
    www.heybirdfriend.com

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  22. EmilyJanuary 28, 2014 at 5:13 PM

    Love your quirky work dresses! You're so lucky to be able to do sleeveless in January. Good luck cutting coffee - I don't think I could do it!

    theglamfiles.com

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  23. anoddgirlJanuary 28, 2014 at 5:52 PM

    2.5 hours to get to work! that's crazy
    gorgeous outfit! i love your dress
    x
    http://anoddgirl.blogspot.com.au

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  24. ErinJanuary 28, 2014 at 6:11 PM

    Goodness! Do you work in Sacramento?!

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  25. Lindsey DixonJanuary 28, 2014 at 8:50 PM

    Oh my gosh this dress is perfect! I love it!

    Halfway Heroine

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  26. MicaJanuary 29, 2014 at 1:24 AM

    That dress is beautiful! :) I find printed dresses are great go-to options when pushed for time!

    Away From Blue

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  27. hyperjewishwhitegirlJanuary 29, 2014 at 4:29 AM

    What dry shampoo do you use as a brunette?

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  28. Meghan DonovanJanuary 29, 2014 at 7:03 AM

    Super cute dress- love the print!

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  29. UnknownJanuary 29, 2014 at 8:42 AM

    Those shoes!! I love colorful pumps but especially love when someone diverts from the typical pink and blue we regularly see. Green metallic! I just realized I need a pair of green metallic pumps in my life.

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  30. UnknownJanuary 29, 2014 at 9:28 AM

    I could totally do this crop top look. Very nice take on your part. Only showing the crop on the back of the dress.

    Pinkandnavystripes.com

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  31. UnknownJanuary 29, 2014 at 11:02 AM

    you look fab! i cant tell what i love more, the dress or those heels!


    love from San Francisco,
    Britt+Whit

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  32. UnknownJanuary 29, 2014 at 12:59 PM

    That dress is stunning, Love the colors and the bright heels!

    www.loveandclothing.com

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  33. Stylishly in loveJanuary 30, 2014 at 2:38 AM

    Perfect shoes for this outfit.

    Have a great day.
    Love,
    Sofia

    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

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  34. UnknownJanuary 30, 2014 at 3:12 AM

    You look simply amazing , splendide outfit .

    A great and beautiful day,


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  35. 5thandmagnoliaJanuary 30, 2014 at 5:57 AM

    Love the cut out in the back - perfect for the office & an evening out!

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  36. Adri LatelyJanuary 30, 2014 at 10:42 AM

    Wow and thought LA morning traffic was bad! But you make getting up super early look real chic!
    xo Adri
    www.adrilately.blogspot.com

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  37. Seeking StyleJanuary 30, 2014 at 3:22 PM

    I love the back of that dress!

    xo Jennifer

    http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

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  38. Katrina SungFebruary 1, 2014 at 2:03 AM

    I really love this outfit. You are looking amazing with such a long commute, you have really inspired me to make more of an effort with my work outfits. Thanks.
    http://katrinais.blogspot.co.uk

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  39. UnknownFebruary 4, 2014 at 11:03 PM

    I really love this look!!! Esp the little peek of your back :-)

    xo, Raina

    http://embellishedcloset.blogspot.com

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