There comes a time in every woman’s life when she just needs a new purse. I buy purses like I buy cars; I think, I compare, I purchase and I use it for 5 years non-stop. (Okay maybe not 5 years, but you get the point.) Surprisingly enough I’ve never been a handbag girl. Had my husband not bought this Madewell Tote for me last fall, who knows what purse I’d be carrying. So I’m on the lookout for a few new purses. Meaning I’ve started a spreadsheet, a secret pin board and I’m working them into our budget. Prepared I am, spontaneous I am not. I can’t imagine what it’s going to be like when we try to buy a house. We should probably start looking now since we want to buy a house in the next decade.
I feel like I am taking business casual very seriously today. Casual on the top, business on the bottom and… then my clubbing shoes. Because nothing says I’m a serious business owner to a bank like neon heels.
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Tee: J.Crew
Pants: Gap
Tote: Madewell
Heels: Similar
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I don't usually comment but I always read and think you're so gorgeous! You have the best taste in fashion and I love how witty your writing is!
And I've also been dying for a neon pair of heels like yours!
Your shopping preparedness skills will come in handy when it comes time to buy a house. Trust me!
I shop the same way – it's an investment! Also, your hair is suddenly looking so long!
Love this neon look! So subtle and pretty. Some neon is just TOO neon, ya know?
You look so gorgeous, especially in that 2nd picture. I take time to think about my hand bag purchases too, they are investment pieces!
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
I think the neon heels DO say you're a serious business owner if that business is a fashion boutique! They might be worried about your ability to run that type of business if you were in an ugly one-color pants suit.
always best to sport your clubbing shoes 😉
x I dipped in yellow
Love this little tee, it's adorable!
xo Jessica
http://www.mystylevita.com
Being taken seriously is so overrated… they will notice and remember you- much more important 😉
I like these pants and tee very much!
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Im the same way! Ive never been a handbag girl, Id rather shell out my money for more new dresses or shoes instead
those pumps are so fun!
-Chelsea
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What kind of handbag are you looking for? Maybe us here can help? 🙂
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Same – I'm not much of a handbag person, so when I buy one, I want it to last for a heck of a long time! And please, Kendi, spill your hair secrets – it's looking fan-freaking-tastic!
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I envy your height; love your Tee and wish I had both :/
So fresh looking! The look is awesome. Loved the way you paired the colors and neutrals.
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Great shoes! I'll have to go check those out. One of my favorite summer trends!
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cute combo! http://underthestarsandsun.blogspot.com/
Yay neon shoes!
Exactly my kind of outfit…half business, half fun!
Debbie 🙂
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May I highly recommend the Rebecca Minkoff MAB Mini or the Cupid. I got the MAB mini and I love it, but now I really want the Cupid because it has lots of pockets on the outside for easy access and it's super cute and comes in millions of colors. The leather is great and I like that it has a cross body strap or you can just use the handles.
I really, really love this outfit!
I love that you added the club shoes… Screw the bank, nothing says, "I'm having fun today… oh yeah, and I own a successful business" like neon heels!
xoxo,
Chelsea & The City
You look lovely! I adore the casual t-shirt and These cool neon heels. And don' worry, I've debated buying my latest handbag for 6 months!! 😉
xo Andrea
Wonderful and Marvelous
I thought you just bought a town home, no?
No, no — just renting 🙂 we are only partially adults.
that's what I want!! I've just never really ventured into that section of Nordstrom's so I'm sheepish when it comes to decisions.
I'm very into this biz casual + clubbing shoes ensemble. I think it says you know how to get the job done but still have fun at the same time. A winning combo in my book.
I am very like you when it comes to purse shopping – it takes nothing for me drop dough on shoes but for some reason I feel like there is much more of a commitment when it comes to handbags…Can't wait to see what you pick.
Candida 😉
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i love this look! i usually tend to have silly shoes with my professional outfits. it makes it so much more fun!
You're cute. 🙂
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You look great!
Right there with you. I wear my purses down to the ground!
xx
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Seriously… I couldn't agree more… (neon shoes) 🙂 Love this look!
Hope
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Nothing wrong with little pops of neon! Love the look and when you're your own boss you do what you want!
Classy Chic & Chardonnay
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I am in love with these shoes. I have a thing for high heels right now for some reason. I went on a horrible shopping spree at Target and TJ Maxx and bought five pairs of high heels. I had to put the ones at TJ Maxx on layaway, for crying out loud. Please…take your neon shoes away before I steal them off your feet. 😉
Those pants are so perfect! love them! xx
Alice Barton ♥ TheMowWay
Wow, a spreadsheet for buying a purse? Impressive!
Kristina does the Internets
In love with this simple looks, and your shoes!
I love your heels! there's something about neon yellow that makes it just so much fun to wear. 🙂
Cars and bags, that's good way to put it! I actually like this one a lot!
Cee. ♥
Code Overdressed
Loving the trousers! I am the same way with literally everything… especially flats or a pair of heels. The second I purchase, I use them NON-STOP.
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In love with your outfit!
xoxoxo
Elisa from My Fantabulous World
Love your hair colour!
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Love this laid back work look! Super cute. And, as always, your hair is just gorgeous!
Blessings!
Star
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Those are such cute shoes!!
xo
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A purse is big investment and says a lot of who you are, so research and planning is good. The business + casual combo is fun. Neon heels to the bank is an interesting choice, but own and you'll be good! 😀
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Ha! And serious business owner you are. In neon heels! Loving this casual look!
xo
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Love the shoes!
You're a boutique owner. So, you're allowed to rock the neon heels any time of day. My rule is: Those that work in fashion can bend the rule of professional attire (^_^)
The colors of those heels are to die!! Perfect paring!
i just ordered those gap pants! can't wait to wear them.
Those shirts are fierce!! Love it.
Your hair regrowth has me slightly pissed. Nah, not slightly, really pissed. What's in the water in Texas? All we have is fluoride…
Great shoes!
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I'm an Underwriter for a bank and I have the same pair of heels. I wear the to work consistently. I'm one banker that can appreciate a fabulous pair of shoes.
I am the same way! My boyfriend bought me a handmade italian leather purse a few years ago that I absolutely love! I carried it for several years and whined about how small it was. Now I have another one that I carry around and feel ashamed that I am not carrying the one he bought me.
I guess you can get attached to purses… like children?
Leah Faye
e plus l
I am the same about bags! I just bought my first nice bag (and at 28 it was about time!). I decided on Modalu's "Pippa bag" in black. Pippa actually has nothing to do with the company … she just loves the bag so much they named it after her. I love it too, but if they called it the "Katie bag" no one would buy it.
Oh but those neon heels totally rock. And that outfit is da bomb.
gorgeous pants, lady! can't believe they're from the gap
kw ladies in navy
i am obsessed with handbags!! i can't wait to see what you buy!!!
xo,
Sandy
Sandy a la Mode
I just love your blog. Thank you for brightening my day with your posts! I can always count on you to make me laugh!
Love the neon heels 🙂
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LOVE the pop of neon and I am handbag obessed and can't wait to see what bag you buy next..if you buy one 🙂
Tracy
http://www.TracysNotebookofStyle.com
That shoes are perfect!
Lovely
Idea
Love the neon heels with the neon in your tee! 🙂
Bags are serious business, haha. I hope you manage to find your perfect one that is practical and budget friendly 🙂
Away From Blue
Love your look! These neon heels are just awesome!
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there you are again, tempting me with those heels. Every time you wear them I feel like i need them, but then I remember how much I fall over when wearing heels, haha. looking lovely 🙂
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So agree on how you are with buying purses 🙂 For me, it's all about the quality & practicality! Love ur casual business outfit!
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I am terrible at making decisions – even small choices seem to cause me issues some days! I can definitely relate to your purse dilemma haha
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Sexy casual style , love it :X
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I love purses. I find the older I get, the more I look for a quality purse. I would rather spend more on something that is good quality. J Crew and Coach have some amazing purses.
Love your outfit by the way 🙂
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Agi:)
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Loving those pants and heels paired together!
Shannon
http://gbofashion.com
I love the yellow heels with this outfit. Amazing!
I love your bag!
xx
stylevancity.blogspot.ca
Your ability to tuck in the front of your shirt is a skill to be commended. My front tuck skills usually look like it was an accident in a rush out of the bathroom. Yours looks sleek and put-together. *applause*
Neon shoes (or anything) = Serious business, aye!
Kendi, I really want to ask you one thing…with all the things to do…I mean work n all…how do u find time to work out??? I assume you do workout..coz you look absolutely stunning…….. 🙂
Love this tee! The fun thing about being a blogger is you get to be so creative with business casual and no one can judge you :)http://www.confessionsoftheglitterati.com/
Hi Priya! Let's see I try to go in the morning if I can, which is typically a walk or a walk/run and yoga. I try to do this about 3-4x a week, if I can! But if not, I'm okay with missing a few days 😉
I must commend you for your shirt-tucks. They always look so effortlessly chic. You should share your tucking method; I never seem to pull it off despite how easy it looks, lol!
You look extremely stunning in every outfit you wear!