WTF Friday - L-insanity Does It Again

Happy Friday everyone! Hooray! *Friday dance*

Up for WTF Friday today is none other than the classic, the crazy Ms. LaLoca herself.

I mean...comon' Linds. *Bangs head on desk* She certainly has a bi-polar thing going on with her wardrobe. Once moment she's looking like a skank-a-roo and the next she's dressed in grandma's curtains and orthopedic shoes. WTF. You have such potential! Stop it and hire a stylist! Pretty please?

And then there is Forever21...which I really do appreciate for super cheap, trendy wear. But it is inevitable that they will crank out some superfug items like zee one below...

Ladies, feast your eyes on F21's Beaded Fringe Top. Whaaaaa?! It looks like a hair braider got a hold of a white tee and did some heinous things to it. Who in their RIGHT mind would sport this? Oh and if you want to see it on a human, look no further...

You can't even see her whole face but you know she's right about to say WTF did you put me in?

On a different note, I must say HAPPY HAPPY Birthday to my incredible husband! He doesn't read my blog every day, but hopefully he can save a moment to read this little public note of mush.

I have the most adorable, wonderful, warm, funny, intelligent, kind, loving & generous husband. I'm a lucky woman. Happy birthday, babe!

Here's hoping I don't burn the house down trying to cook dinner for you tonight!

Have a great weekend everyone!

Cubicle to Cocktails: Deconstructed Suits!

Hi all! This has seriously been a long week, hasn't it?

Up today is the Thursday Special - Cubicle to Cocktails! Today's edition features a plain black skirt suit - for all of you corporate chicas out there, I guarantee that you have one in your closet. It's plain, it's boring, it's basic - it's a suit.

SO, to take your look to cocktail hour see the look below. What's great about a well-fitting suit it that, clearly, you can deconstruct it and use each piece on its own. I broke down this basic beauty and paired the plain black jacket with a trendy lace mini. Justine who writes a lovely blog, Fetching Fashions, blogged about this little wonder just a week ago.

AND...much to my husband's chagrin, I picked one up at F21 - it really is super versatile and a great piece overall! It's definitely on the trendy side, but for $25, I'll get my wear out of it in no time. Very french....or Carrie Bradshaw...whatever.

So, what do you think of today's Cubicle to Cocktails?

Cubicle to Cocktails: Deconstructed Suit! by Coley's Closet Cravings featuring Forever21

Items in this set:

Forever21.com - Tops - Casual - 2079336042, $23

Metallic Stripe Top by Yuki**, $50

Black suit jacket, 35 GBP

Forever21.com - Bottoms - Skirts - 2070294174, $25

Black suit pencil skirt, 22 GBP

Cubicle to Cocktails - A Vested Interest...

Hi all! Today's edition of Cubicle to Cocktails features one of my favorite, but underused, clothing items - a vest. I realized, just the other day, how much I like these little sleeveless wonders, but I don't sport them very often.

I think the cubicle vest is very work appropriate and can also look great with jeans. The black pants are very similar to J Crew's Minnie Pant (but at half the price). Although the ankle length can look awkward on some, I think it's a fresh take on the typical office black pant.

I'm also a big fan of bright bags for both work and play. This pink patent ASOS bag looks great with so many color options. As for the cocktails look, isn't the studded black vest adorable?! Pair that sucker with a slouchy white tank an layer on some delicate jewelry and you are golden (hardy har har).

So, what do you think of this look? Would you wear these ankle length pants to work? How about to cocktail hour - if so, what would you pair them with?

Cubicle to Cocktails by Coley's Closet Cravings featuring GAP

Items in this set:

Hayley Pintucked Shirt, $16

Women's Clothes: Women's Stretchy Racerback Tanks: Camis & Tanks | Old..., $11

Grey herringbone waistcoat, 25 GBP

Rogue Studded Vest, $25

Women: Slim cropped pant - true black, $50

Tomorrow, Tomorrow, I'm Leaving, Tomorrow...

Photo via: Prophototogo.com/blog

Many of you may recall that I've been looking forward to vacation for months...and I'm leaving TOMORROW! Can you tell I'm just a bit excited?!

I'm going to try to thief an internet connection while I'm down in Charleston to post some lovely photos and fashion goodness. But, just in case I am unable to post - have a GREAT weekend/week and I look forward to blogging as soon as possible!

Just for a little taste before I leave...how about a few super cute affordable wonders.

Button Trim Leatherette Boots, Gojane.com, $33.1o
Aren't these smmmmmokin'?

Pleat Trim Cardigan Sweater, Forever21.com, $24.80
Thanks to Anthroholic for pointing out this lovely sweater!

Chic Choice Dress, Lulus.com, $32

Completely adorable.

Enjoy!

Outfit of the Day - New F21 Skirt

Today's outfit of the day includes my new F21 skirt - which is really adorable on. I ordered a small and it fits well, albeit a bit large. I think the skirt in question is supposed to be fit more high -waisted, but because it runs a bit large it falls around my navel.

Nevertheless, it's really cute, comfortable and definitely work appropriate.

Here's my $15.80 stylin' skirt and my outfit of the day. Thoughts?

Coley's Outfit of the Day by Coley's Closet Cravings featuring J Crew

Stone Drape Necklace Back at Forever21

Back in May, I bought the white Stone Drape Necklace at F21 for $13.80. I have worn it countless times and it quickly sold out online and in-stores. But guess what...it's back in black!

Here is the new version. I highly recommend this piece as an affordable statement necklace! It doesn't cost a c-note or two, so clearly it's not made of the best quality materials!

Nonetheless, this piece looks super sharp even with a plain v-neck and jeans. It may be a bit dark for summer, but it will look smashing for fall and winter.

Are you diggin' the drape necklace?

$75 Special: Black and White and Grey All Over

Ah, the recession. Many of us are feeling the pinch of the economy...ah, who am I kidding...the economy is kicking me in the arse. Many clothing lines have been slashing prices and offering cheaper alternatives to their $250 jeans and $500 pumps.

However, Forever21 has been offering up affordable duds for years now. Are they made of high quality fabric and will last for years? No. Are they trendy and cute? Yes. So today I have offered up two professional, work looks for under $75 each, all furnished by Forever21.

I highly the doubt that the shoes chosen are comfortable for more than six seconds, but you get my point. Affordable and trendy CAN coexist.

Happy Saturday!

Two work looks under $75 each by Coley's Closet Cravings featuring Forever21