On Wednesday night I went out to a local event called the Fashion Force Challenge. Twelve designers competed to win the title of ArtPrize Ambassador. I mentioned this before, but ArtPrize is an awesome competition that takes place every year in Grand Rapids. Anyone can enter their artwork and it is displayed indoors and outdoors throughout downtown. The winner is determined by popular vote and they win a huge chuck of change. I look forward to this event every year!
I headed to the Fashion Challenge with my fellow blogger friends Tieka and Blair! We had a blast watching the runway show and then we headed out for lettuce wraps at The Winchester afterwards. I had never been there before (I know, I’m the worst Grand Rapidian ever) but I loved it!
I thought this was the perfect opportunity to show you all the type of thing that I wear when I go out! It’s normally dark by the time I leave the house for a night on the town but this event didn’t begin until 7pm so we stil had some daylight to work with. A blazer with a skirt or shorts is typically my evening staple, then I add a sassy pair of heels and I’m good to go!
Outfit Breakdown:
Blazer: Gap (Save. Spend. Splurge.)
Tank: Banana Republic (Save. Spend. Splurge.)
Shorts: BCBG Outlet (Save. Spend. Splurge.)
Necklace: Gap (Save. Spend. Splurge.)
Watch: Skagen (Save. Spend. Splurge.)
Belt: Gap (Save. Spend. Splurge.)
Purse: c/o LuLu*s (Similar.)
Shoes: c/o LuLu*s (Same.)
Hair:
Curled, added Big Sexy Hair Powder Play and then pulled back into a loose ponytail.
- Kayls.
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oh my god, you look lovely! what a pretty outfit – and different from what you normally post. those shoes are to die for. i was shocked that they were lulus. they looked remarkably expensive!
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I looooved your outfit. I want your skort, I mean shorts.
Let’s hang again sometime, ya? (winketty wink wink)
xoxo,
Blair
bahaha. yes. I hope I see you soon!
I love your shoes & the belt! Love the stud details!
Alice
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You look stunning! Love, no LOVE those shoes!
You have the most gorgeous figure!
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I love the look! But didn’t your feet kill you after walking about town? I always have that problem.
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Yes. It does hurt after awhile. But after a couple of drinks I can’t even feel it anymore!
You look amazing & i’m so stoked I found your blog & You’re from Michigan! I’m from Grand Haven and just started a blog.
You look fabulous and an inspiration!
love this look on you all around! xo
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I love the blazer and those heels!!!
This is gorgeous! your legs look incredible!
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I absolutely adore those shoes!! Lovely look!
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Those shoes! Fabulous! But I do love this whole look. Seriously classy.
Kayley, random question: Do you own an accordion pleated skirt? If so, have you ever worn it on the blog? Can you point me to the post(s)?
I am obsessing about them at the moment because they are so my style and, funnily enough, are apparently on-trend lately. Who knew? (I don’t really keep up on trends.)
I don’t! I actually tried one on recently but didn’t buy it because kai said I looked like a cheerleader. try pairing it with a blousy tank. printed is fun or solid would work for color blocking!
This is the perfect outfit!
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LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS. I’m a sucker for leopard
Beautifully styled, Miss Kayley!