Ephemeral is this thing called fashion. We’ve all questioned those witch-like pointed toe shoes, and those unmistakably un-stylish Toms, and the floppy hat that make you look like the Paddington bear. I often wonder about these trends: just how long is it going to last? Naturally, this new trend of wearing PJ-like articles as normal/formal outfits completely boggled my mind when I first saw it.

Infectious is this thing called fashion. If you habitually browse fashion media and publications, you are willingly giving in to the brainwashing power of advertisement. The more I saw this PJ trend around, the more I caught myself picturing how and with what I would style this look, despite my initial incredulity toward it.

Fateful is this thing called fashion. Sometimes, you just know you won’t be able to resist something new, even though something in your gut tells you it’s “not you”. I felt this way about ombré hair, FitBit, and Adidas Superstar. And yes I have given into all three, after a few months/years of observation. And this PJ trend eventually got me, too.

I was going to wear this outfit for the Simply Stylist 2016 in Las Angeles on March 19th. I got horribly sick so I didn’t wind up going. But I thought this outfit is quite fitting for any fashion conference where you want to stand out and be comfortable for an all day affair. Don’t you think?

All Photography by Arielle Levy Photo

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“Didn’t I just wear this last week?“

With the confines of dressing professionally and appropriately, (let’s face it – if it was up to me I’d be rocking ripped jeans everyday) it’s not a walk in a park to always look polished & presentable, at the same time showing creativity in your outfit creation. I try to solve the problem by sticking with basic neutrals that could go with everything else I own, so I don’t have to brainstorm (more like brain-hurricane) in the morning as I get ready. Still, a slight problem still exists, which is that I end up creating really similar outfits or just gravitating toward the same piece over and over again. There are 5 work days a week is about 260 work days a year. Who has that much time to create 260 different looks?!

This is where the Third Piece Rule comes in handy. In case you haven’t heard, the Third Piece Rule is the wardrobe philosophy that adding a “third piece”, whether be it a statement necklace (any bold accessories) or an outerwear like a vest or a blazer, instantly makes the ensemble more elevated and interesting.  You can read all about it here.

Here, I am using a statement necklace to add instant glam to this office outfit that is otherwise a bit lackluster.

I did want to give a mention to the brand that makes this particular necklace I am wearing. It’s a Florida based company called Mirina Collections . They make a ton of these beautiful statement necklaces that are unique and obviously glamorous. I was offered a couple of pieces from their “Famous Necklace” collection at a discounted price to try out (about 50%), and in return they had asked me to give them a shout out on Instagram, which I did. In my opinion the retail price for these necklaces is a bit steep for the actual quality of the pieces (even though they claim to hand make all the pieces). But at the discounted price, they were worth every penny. Would you like to see more of how I style these Mirina Collections necklaces? Let me know

Top: Alice and Olivia (similar here)
Necklace: “Jess” by Mirina Collections
Bottom: Top Shop Leigh jeans
Blazer: Top Shop Nicola Peplum Blazer (similar here)

All Photography by Brianna Olsen

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