Saturday, December 10, 2011

Monochromatic Mix and Splurge vs Steal: Modtoast Arty Oval Ring Feature

My first thought is always "What the heck am I going to wear??" whenever I start a new job, especially when the attire is 'business casual' which could have many meanings. I'm not very efficient at planning my outfits ahead of time so sometimes I end up throwing an easy monochromatic look together at the last second. Instead of wearing all solid black, I chose to mix floral and tweed in the same color scheme.

I apologize for my mediocre self-portraits...I need to either invest in a tripod/new camera or convince the bf to be my on-call photographer. =P This is what I came up with (please excuse the mess in my room):
F21 floral chiffon blouse (similar here and  here) -- Nordstrom BP cardigan (current version) -- F21 wide leg trousers (current version)
I couldn't get my shoes in the above photo so I had to shoot them separately.
Neeluxe tweed kitten heels (similar here and here...I actually like these ones better =P) 
F21 monogram necklace (similar) -- I took it off in the first picture though

Also, you are probably wondering about this beautiful statement ring I'm wearing:
I saw my sister's old children's book which had almost the same color on its cover. (Nails - China Glaze, Cha Cha Cha)
Against a black background -- Arty Oval Ring from Modtoast - sz 5 (buy the one I'm wearing here)

I actually first saw this on Viva Fashion Blog and wanted to feature it in my first Splurge vs Steal post! I don't know if you guys have seen the YSL Arty Ring (buy) but it is absolutely gorgeous...AND also costs $250. I desperately wanted to find a cheaper alternative and was so ecstatic when I came across Modtoast and saw everything it had to offer. I was able to purchase a similar ring for a fraction of the price! When mine came in the mail, it fit true to size and the quality/craftsmanship is incredible. Terri, the seller, was prompt at getting it sent out and she uses the proceeds to care for a house full of rescued animals which is very admirable. She has many other unique and affordable pieces so I encourage you to check them out too. If you decide to buy something there, please let Modtoast know that Karen from littlepiecefnb.blogspot.com sent you and post about your experience on my blog!

Hope everyone had a fun weekend and I will leave you with some food for thought.
the Big Kahuna burger from Urbun Burger in San Francisco with sweet potato/regular fries...so yummy!

26 comments:

  1. Super cute shoes!  Are they comfy?  Great ring dupe too :)

    No worries on the photos bc they can't be worse than mine.  In my first photos, I was a lovely shade of yellowish-green LOL

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  2. Thank you! Yes they are really comfy compared to wearing heels any higher than that. HAHA after you said that, I think I need to see your first posts. =P

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  3. I love your shoes, and the rings are gorgeous.  Your nail polish is also really pretty.  You're rocking everything!

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  4. Love the YSL Arty, and that's a great dupe. I swear I saw a similar one on Romwe a while back, but I just checked and they don't seem to have it anymore...pity!! I might have to purchase one of these, though.

    And oh goodness, that food looks AMAZING. I'm trying to stick to a healthy diet until Christmas rolls around, but just seeing that photo is tempting me to the "dark side," haha!And btw - your green nail color is so festive!

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  5. love that ring, it's the perfect dupe!

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  6. karen-- i love those kitten heels. i like the texture of them with the cute little button and pointy toes. adorable! my work is business casual too! i used to real casual and then i'm more formal, hahha, i guess it depends on my mood and what i'm going for. i always feel more safe being more on the business side than casual.

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  7. love the ring you got and yummm burgerss

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  8. I love that necklace! I am a "K" too - so pretty :) 

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  9. Love the necklace and never would have thought it was F21.  Burger looks delicious!

    Red Soles and Red Wine

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  10. Thanks so much for the kind words!! =)

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  11. Omg JJ you should totally buy the dupe...sucha great deal! Let them know I sent you so I can build a relationship with them. =P Yeah I love my food and so should you! Thanks for the sweet comment! 

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  12. I know right? I wanna wear it with everything now!

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  13. Thanks so much Ping! They are comfy for work but not too dressy. Ooo yours is business casual too? Teach me! lol I agree with going more business to be safe though. 

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  14. Thanks Julie!! You should check out Modtoast too. Yes I was totally craving a burger and had to get one! haha

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  15. Yay for K names! You are adorable...love your blog so far at first glance! =)

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  16. I know!! I just rediscovered this necklace so decided to wear it more often. That burger was SO good!

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  17. I love the ring, looks so much like the ring thing!

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  18. Love your top- such a pretty print! And I think this is a perfect business casual work outfit :)
    www.saysskippy.blogspot.com

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  19. Thanks Khatu! I love your style and follow your blog!

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  20. Thanks! I just looked at your blog...I live in SF too!

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  21. yay- i love meeting fellow SF bloggers!

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  22. The food at the end had me. =)

    Followed the blog, hope you don't mind. And maybe you'll visit me someday.
    thebookness.blogspot.com

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  23. hahah aww of course I don't mind! Your blog is cute and I like the unique photography!

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