It’s time for the 7th installment of Conner’s Closet!!! Conner is my sister, and she works in HR for a hospital system. Here she is with her little guy, Brody (3 years old).
I MEAN. HOW CUTE ARE THEY.
Conner always looks so polished and put together, and since I often receive requests for work wear ideas from y’all (but I don’t have the need for work wear), I had an idea to start a monthly series where Conner highlights business casual attire for us!
She’s got several amazing pieces to show y’all today, so let’s get started! Conner’s thoughts are in italics. AND GREAT NEWS!!!! Almost everything she’s featuring today is from LOFT and 40% OFF!!!!! Actually, EVERYTHING IS 40% OFF AT LOFT TODAY, so take some time and look around!
Floral Breeze Utility Blouse & Blue Marisa Pants
Eeek! I’m so excited to share this outfit with you guys. It’s my absolute favorite! The blouse screams spring and it’s so feminine.
If you prefer a more tailored look, I think you should pair it with the Marisa Cornflower Bloom ankle pants. But if you’re feeling fun and want a more flirty look, I recommend the red pocket skirt…that’s right…POCKET skirt. Enough said. In the picture, I’m wearing my Jessica Simpson nude pumps, but this outfit is also super cute with these Corso Como structured flats (I have them in nude). Y’all. These flats are so comfortable and they look adorable with skirts, pants, and jeans!
Size References: I’m wearing an XS Petite in the blouse (I typically wear an XXS regular, but that wasn’t an option in this shirt), 00 petite in the Marisa pants, and 00 petite in the red skirt. The shoes are true to size – I’m wearing a 5.5. I’ve washed and dried the blouse and the pants, but I’m going to take the red skirt to the dry cleaners.
Both outfits are absolutely DARLING, but I’m obsessed with the flirty and flouncy skirt WITH POCKETS.
floral utility blouse ON SALE! / blue ankle pants ON SALE! / red pocket skirt ON SALE! / nude heels
Get The Look For Yourself Here. Just click on what you are interested in:
Here’s the flat lay she did with her new flats.
floral utility blouse / skirt / structured flats / bag care of GiGi New York (no longer in grey)
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Blue Marisa pants and Stripeout Split Neck blouse
I love, love, love this outfit! The blouse looks great with the Marisa Cornflower Bloom pants, but the blouse also has black in it…so it looks great with black Marisa pants too. The blouse is thin, so you will need to wear a nude cami underneath. I’m wearing my Jessica Simpson Calie nude pumps, but will wear my Sam Edelman Hazel black suede pumps when I wear the top with my black pants.
Size References: I’m wearing an XXS in the blouse and 00 petite pants. Both are true to size AND machine washable.
split neck blouse ON SALE! / blue ankle pants ON SALE! / nude heels / grace satchel c.o. GiGi New York (grey sold out, but still available in black and driftwood)
Get The Look For Yourself Here:
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So this is Sheaffer again for a minute….Because Conner’s exact GiGi bag is sold out (and because lots of you LOVED it, but didn’t love the price), I searched for some great alternatives for neutral colored bags that are ALL UNDER $75!!! Do y’all remember my neutral tote that is ONLY $49 (and comes in two other colorways)? You saw it first with my long blush cardi HERE and then again with my olive green cargo skinny pants HERE. And then again with my blush bomber jacket HERE. It’s a great one, and again, under $50!
Here are some other options, all UNDER $75!!!
And just fyi, when searching for the bags, I found THESE bejeweled flats. My favorite are the “light dusk”.
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Okay, now back to Conner’s outfits.
Blue Marisa Pants, Tab Sleeve Blouse, and Block Floral Square Scarf
Ok seriously – why haven’t you put the blue Marisa pants in your cart yet?!? I’m telling you…they go with everything! I’ve worn this blouse no less than 6 times since purchasing it a few weeks ago. I wear it with patterned pants, skirts, my blue pants, red pants, gray pants…it literally goes with everything and it’s SO flattering! This outfit is simple, but professional and very put together. I love the blue and white combination. The pop of pink, red, and blue in the scarf really ties it all together! And guess what?!? Remember the red Marisa pants from one of my previous posts? Well, the scarf looks great with those pants, too! #yourewelcome.
Size References: I’m wearing an XXS in the blouse and 00 petite in the pants. Both are machine washable, but I recommend laying the blouse flat to dry.
tab sleeve blouse ON SALE! / scarf ON SALE!/ blue ankle pants ON SALE! / nude heels
Get The Look For Yourself Here:
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Tulip Lace Shell and Gap Skinny Jeans
Hello, spring! I’m so excited that it’s finally warm enough in Texas to bust out my skinny jeans and wedges. First, let’s talk about this ADORABLE lace top (ON SALE!). I love, love, love this outfit and can’t wait to wear it on casual Fridays at the office. The pictures do not do this top justice. The details and fit are PERFECT. It’s very versatile and can be dressed up or down. The shell also comes in navy! I especially love it with my Gap skinny jeans and Trouve wedges. Unfortunately, the wedges I’m wearing are a couple of years old, but I found the Splendid Jess Wedge that is VERY similar.
Size References: I’m wearing an XXS in the top and 25 in the Gap jeans. I’m going to recommend taking the top to the dry cleaners. You could probably hand wash it, but it’s delicate and I want to be sure it stays in good condition as long as possible!
tulip lace shell ON SALE! / kendra scott necklace / gap midrise skinny ankle jeans / similar wedges
Get The Look For Yourself Here:
Lace is such a big trend right now, so I have some other lace options for you as well.
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Vince Camuto Modern Tropics Blouse and Gap Skinny Jeans
Time for date night! How fun is this tropical blouse with my gap skinny jeans?!? I’ll be honest…this top was recommended by my sister. I didn’t fall in love with the pictures online, but it’s going to become one of my go to tops for summer. The colors are GORGEOUS. The fit is super flattering and I love how it is a little blousy (which means you don’t need to worry about sucking in!). I haven’t busted out my white skinny jeans quite yet, but this top will look even better with white pants. You can dress it up or dress it down – I’ll probably pair it with my Sam Edelman patent Gigi sandals for a more casual look!
Size References: I’m wearing an XS in the top. I will hand wash the blouse and lay it flat to dry.
similar tops from Vince Camuto / kendra scott necklace / gap midrise skinny ankle jeans / similar wedges
THANKS, SEESTER! I of course love everything on you, but that white lace top is my favorite!
Okay, ladies….a couple of other things we need to talk about before we are done today. I’ve got some items to highlight that you ladies have seen before that are either now BACK IN STOCK or NOW ON SALE!
This awesome top is NOW ON SALE! It’s lightweight, so it’s the perfect transition piece for Spring. The flower bud material peeks out from the bottom, and it’s the entire back of the top. I’m telling you. DARLING. Oh, and just ignore the wrinkles. I had just taken it out of the bottom of my shopping bag and threw it on. I’m wearing a regular small, so I think it’s true to size. If you want it more fitted, size down.
top ON SALE! / jeans/ must have boots / earrings / necklace ON SALE!
These leggings aren’t on sale, but they are BACK IN STOCK and now come in several new patterns and colors. I’m wearing a small, so I think they are true to size.
top / high waisted leggings / my favorite socks / similar Nike Free shoes
This peplum top is DARLING (comes in black, red, and navy as well), and is NOW ON SALE! I’m wearing it here with my jeans from Old Navy. I got a 4P in the jeans, and they are perfect on my 5’4″ frame. I’m wearing a small in the top, so it’s true to size. It’s blousy, but it’s meant to be that way. I would suggest however that if you don’t have a large chest, you should for sure size down. Also, I would suggest a cami with this cream color (but I doubt the other colors would need it).
ruffle hem top / old navy jeans / earrings / necklace / booties / bracelet
Click HERE for this striped Madewell tee you will be seeing in future posts. It’s being price matched right now! Actually, TONS OF MADEWELL ITEMS ARE ON SALE, including THIS eyelet top(that I ordered) and THESE fringe earrings I picked up last week at the mall!
Click HERE for this lovely blush colored tiered sleeve top that is now 40% OFF!
Click HERE for these Sam Edelman lace up flats that are now 30% OFF. They also come in black, a dark chambray, and hot pink!
See y’all back here on Wednesday for a Bachelor recap!
Amber says
Good morning,
Several of my mommy friends (and me) need help finding a good pair of undies. The kind where we can by 10 and be set for a while. And I am also look for a pair of dusty rose pants or jeans that I can wear to work. Help!
Thank you!
Amber
Sheaffer says
Hi, Amber! I have JUST the undies for y’all! Copy and paste this into your browser: http://rstyle.me/n/cg6zp5pvje. My favorite are the cotton girl briefs. I’ve talked about them before…. but I’m going to use this e-mail and talk about them in detail on Friday’s post! What you said is exactly what I did. I bought one pair, and then I liked them so much, I bought 8 more. They are all I have in my drawer in my closet!!!!! And try these jeans: http://rstyle.me/n/cg6zpmpvje. Hope this helps! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Samantha says
Manda’s family will continue to remain in my prayers. And I love these work wear posts, keep them coming please! And I love your sale alerts!
Alexis says
Is the stripe on the Madewell tee black or navy?
Sheaffer says
Hey, Alexis! Okay, so I can’t tell if it’s a really dark navy or a black. I was thinking it was navy, but now I’m not sure! I mean, it’s in my hands and I’m looking at it right now, and I just can’t tell! Sorry I’m not more help. xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Stephanie says
Connor’s tops are the best! I picked up the floral one at the top already because it’s just perfect to transition into spring with!!
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Katie says
Where is the fun floral top from? I don’t see the link above. Thanks
Sheaffer says
Hi, Katie! The one that’s she’s wearing with jeans? It’s sold out. 🙁 It’s a Vince Camuto top, so I linked to a group of others from Vince Camuto with a similar cut and shape. xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Karen says
I’m looking forward to your post on Manda next week. Her story has touched my heart too, and I’ve been so encouraged that she kept her eyes fixed on Jesus. God is certainly being honored in her life and in her passing. Keeping her family and you her friends in my prayers.
Stevie Elliott says
Hi Sheaffer!
You and Connor are just beautiful! Is there any way you can post items for us plus size girls. XXS and 0 are enviable, but that is not my world. How about a post on XL and some sizes over 8. I know many of your readers would enjoy this.
Thanks in advance!
Sheaffer says
Hi, Stevie! I agree, XXS is not even in the realm of possibility for most of us. 🙂 Most of the items that I do post go through size 14. And every so often, I try to include a plus size item when I see something I love. Like on this post I’ve highlighted a plus size lace dress that is GORGEOUS. I’ll try to do more of that! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Erin Port says
So looking forward to your Manda post – what an amazing sister in Christ she is and all of you too! I missed you (and we have never met ????????). I gave up on this season of the bachelor but you better believe I will be swinging by for your recap!!!! Big hugs to you – thankful for all you do!
Wendy says
I love these wear to work post. Keep them coming. 🙂