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{Top: J.Crew | Jeans: c/o Citizens | Shoes: Similar | Clutch: c/o Elf}

You guys. We’ve found a parking garage. More importantly, we found a parking garage that vacates at 6 pm. If you’ve read me from my Kerrville days (2009 – 2011) then you know my love for parking garage photos. Don’t make me create a dramatic slideshow of pictures of me posing alone in a parking garage with slow piano music in the background, because I will. Maybe I already have and I just haven’t shared it yet.

Let’s talk peplum tops for a moment, shall we? I’ve got a crush on the peplum trend for this fall. At first I was like ‘you want me to put a little skirt around my waist?’ But now I’m all over the idea. I found this top at J.Crew and my mind exploded. It’s a pleated peplum top, you guys. If it were polka dot, I would have passed out in the store, only able to be revived by free violet colored jeans.  

What was I talking about again? Oh that’s right, nothing. Carry on. 

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  1. First, you look gorgeous!  I love that top!  Second, how do you keep your skinny jeans looking so nice??  My one and only pair just gets extra baggy in all the wrong spots! =(  Truth, I think I bought the wrong size.  But still!  Skinny jeans shouldn't be baggy!  Ever.

  2. I LOVE this outfit!! The peplum top and the jeans… this is a great fall transition outfit for when its still so hot you wanna slap your momma outside….. the colors are more neutral, but still sleeveless and cool. 

  3. Hahaha too funny! I till havent purchased a peplum anything yet… Im scared it might go out of style next yr… But you look super cute in this pleated one! Happy friday!! 🙂

    Joyce@
    Sip-n-wear.blogspot.com

  4. you're right–you & parking lot photos are gold. and this outfit is gold. i really love how soft and delicate that top is! and it pairs perfectly with those pants!

    great photos, great post!

    alissa b
    http://alissab.us

  5. I'm sure you hear it all the time, but You're HILARIOUS!  Love your posts.  You should have a talk show.  I like that idea!

    This outfit is bold, but neutral at the same time.  I love it.  And I love those neon violet jeans.

  6. Ha! The first thing I thought was… the parking lot!!! Yay! Flashback Friday!

  7. love this! and yay to the parking garage returns!!! 🙂 

    phiphisblog.com

  8. Ok, I'm seriously obsessed with the pleated peplum and I totally agree, if it were polka dot, I'd be drooling. You look gorgeous.  Oh and those jeans are just perfection.

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee 

  9. You are hilarious. I just got a peplum top, and I know exactly what you mean! 
    And why must those jeans be so darn expensive?

  10. I agree, the skirt around the waist thing seemed like a bad idea at the time…now I too have succumbed to the trend. We are all slaves to the whims of the fashion puppeteers. 

    Loving the jeans and shoes. 

    Bisous
    Suzanne
    http://bisous.typepad.com/bisous/

  11.  I love the structure and shape of peplum tops! I have been meaning to order a bright yellow one from ModCloth for when I start an internship this fall. It's the perfect top that adds a little femininity to any look while still looking put together.

  12. Love this outfit! Those pants are adorable!

    Xx

    kendra-genevieve-rose.blogspot.com

  13. Hmm. I was skeptical of these tops because I felt like they would make me look fat, but you look fab!  Maybe I should try one. If anything it will just cover up my over-eating habit…..

  14. I've been reading your blog for probably a year now, and I just love it even more every time I come by.  You're so funny.  Have a good weekend.

  15. Haha oh Kendi you are so very amusing.  I could be found laughing out loud at "my mind exploded" and "What was I talking about again?  Oh that's right, nothing.  Carry on."  And also, that shirt is so pretty.

  16. You look great! I love this top eventhough I'm not so sure that this trend would suit me. Anyway you necklace is gorgeous such a subtle eye catcher. 🙂
    xo Andrea

  17. i know what you mean about the peplum, the idea of it doesn't seem like it would be flattering. i feel like not everyone could pull it off… but that top is incredible. pleats? yes, please. 

  18. totally agree on the peplum note. and i think this trend is coming at a perfect time for my post pregnant belly phase. even though im sure things will shrink right back to pre-size practically immediately. right? right. 

  19. I have been eyeing peplum shirts all summer, only to convince myself that it is not the look for me–a skirt on my waist just seems uncomfortable–but that JCrew top is just way too gorgeous. Thanks again for great outfit inspiration!

    http://libbyinlavender.wordpress.com/

  20. The wonderful perks of being a successful fashion blogger! Such lovely pants! 

    I've been searching for parking garages too, because I think they're such a great modern backdrop for street style outfit photos!And have you been tanning? You seem darker!

    https://earnestyle.blogspot.com/

  21. Cute top and I love the necklace! Where is it from? I have a feeling I've seen it before.

  22. Really, Really, REALLY love this outfit! I ma a huge fan of basics, and this is a good mix of neutral colors, basics, and flowered pants?! Love it! You look great

  23. LOVE the pleated peplum!!! was this top on sale by chance? it's so cute i think it's worth the splurge on something full priced 🙂

  24. the peplum is super cute and I love how you've styled it with the printed jeans. I'm still having a hard time figuring out how to wear those jeans and you hit it right on the head!

  25. Oh I was just ogling this top at J.Crew last night… the sweet lady asked if I was finding everything alright… Oh, doesn't she realize "finding everything" IS the problem at J.Crew.  I want it all!

  26. I love the look of pairing nude base colored pants with a nice rich colored top. Oh and peplum tops-anthro just featured a striped one with eggplant colored AG Stevies…I about died just looking at them. Enjoying the look and enjoying your parking garage….I know at least one person who would watch the photo video:)…me!

    http://nateandabbyclark.blogspot.com/

  27. I am so stoked that there's a lot of peplum to be found in stores lately. I'm stocking up. 

  28. I loveeeee the jeans!! They're so cute. <3

    -theresa
    collaredblouse.blogspot.com

  29. I have become obsessed with peplum as well! This top looks great on you.

    sincerelysk.blogspot.com
    Sara

  30. Kendi, I got the violet jeans from JCrew and it's one of my favorite colored jeans.  You "MUST" get one my friend.  Did you hear me? "MUST" 🙂

  31. Why must you keep blowing my mind with these outfits? That top quite frankly should belong to me.
    Want to arm wrestle for it?

    Lindsay @ LindsayJEveryday.blogspot.com

  32. I absolutely love those pants!!

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  33. These two pieces are probably my favorite examples of peplum tops and patterned jeans ever. And they look especially amazing together!

  34. I have a crush on your jeans!
    xo Jenniferhttp://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

  35. I like the idea of the parking garage—it provides for the perfect lighting! Not to mention this super darling outfit. Much love! –H
    colourmeclassic.com

  36. I love reading your blog! I feel like it makes my day a whole lot better! I love the peplum top!! And I think I might be drooling over the floral jeans!! Love the beige way better than the cream or blue!

    everythingprettyandmore.blogspot.com

  37. Those have got to be the best floral pants I have yet to see 🙂 I am still warming up to the peplum trend….and by warming up I mean give me a month and it will be my new obsession haha 

    xo
    Lizzie

    placeclevertitlehere.blogspot.com

  38. This post made me laugh at least 1-3 times per paragraph. And when you think about it, those are some pretty great stats 🙂

    Love peplum. love pleats. love the parking garage theme. NEED to see this slideshow you speak of. 

  39. I personally hope the peplum stays around for a LONG time…it's way to awesome to be a trend 🙂  Love your floral pants!

    <3 Cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

  40. I love the combo of the pants and shoes with the black top, so classy and chic!

  41. Love the pants! Your comment of "you want me to put a little skirt around my waist" killed me. You look great as usual! 

  42. I love your hair in these pictures! Almost as cute as that top and the gorgeous pops of turquoise!

  43. I too have developed a great love for peplum! A shirt that lets me suck in my tummy just a little less??? Sign me up! And yes, the pleats make this particular peplum an "11". Ya look great, Kendi! ~Sarah

  44. Ah, the gorgeous turquoise clutch. Favourite.
    As for the peplum: 
    a/ I always think it sounds like a medical implement
    b/ I was so excited to discover the style is in fashion because *finally* I have something to balance out my swimmer's shoulders and lack of hips.
    What a relief. 

  45. I, too, have a weakness for peplum tops! Polka dots, you say? Target has a blue and white polka dot peplum top in the juniors section NOW for under $20! Enjoy! Love the blog. 🙂

  46. Kendi, you are such the master of outfit photoshoots that I genuinely want to take photos in a parking garage now! I just need to find that garage with the amazing lighting, like this one! And you seriously got a courtesy item from Citizen?! Omg, this is the big time!!

    perfectly priya

  47. Floral pants! Omg FLORAL PANTS! Kendi, what have you got me on? First it was the wedges, then colored skinnies (now I have quite a few in my closet), and now floral skinnies. I'm running out the door right after this comment to hunt down a pair for myself. Thanks for encouraging my shopaholic tendencies. 

    xoxo,
    Genie

    http://www.uniqueandchicstyle.blogspot.com

  48. Just found my new favorite blog. I love your style every outfit is amazing!! 

  49. Love that you accented the outfit with the turquoise! And the top is awesome!

  50. yay parking garage! Almost like your old one 🙂 I loove this outfit! Blacks and browns look soo good together and I desperately want every single piece you're wearing now!

  51. Your photos are great. Parking garages are great spots for photo shoots, especially when these are furnished with incredible lighting fixtures.

  52. i love this outfit so much!! love your style and how you pair simple things and make something great!!

    -Melissawww.melissacorona.blogspot.com

  53. I don't know how I missed this post but, WOW! This outfit is perfect! I love everything about it 🙂

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