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[ :: velvet blazer c/o Susan Graver for QVC (here) :: Asos Curve body (similar) :: H&M skirt (similar) :: ]
[ :: oak point crossbody c/o Alexandra Satine (here) :: Jeffrey Campbell heels (here) :: ]
[ :: Nordstrom & Forever 21 bracelets (similar; here) :: Topshop ear cuff (similar) :: ]






[ :: velvet blazer c/o Susan Graver for QVC (here) :: Asos Curve body (similar) :: H&M skirt (similar) :: ]
[ :: oak point crossbody c/o Alexandra Satine (here) :: Jeffrey Campbell heels (here) :: ]
[ :: Nordstrom & Forever 21 bracelets (similar; here) :: Topshop ear cuff (similar) :: ]

Last week I was lamenting my pale, pale skin, but I've kind of come to embrace it. I'm not usually a fan of red lips or red tops on myself since I feel like it brings out my reddish (see: sundamaged) complexion, but the recent lack of sun-worshipping has given me new lease on the color. Perfect time to whip out a vampy look with this amazing velvet blazer and studded top (bodysuit, actually).

Finished off my outfit with this bag by Alexandra Satine, an amazing designer who specializes in totally stylin' bags that do double (or triple or quadruple or quintuple) duty. The white calf hair flap on this sexy number is actually ANOTHER bag that slips out and has its own gold chain for dressier occasions. Mind. Blown.

cobalt and leather

[ :: blazer c/o Susan Graver for QVC (available here) :: Simply Be bird print shirt (here) :: ]
[ :: Forever21 leather panel skirt (on sale here) :: heels c/o Torrid (similar) :: Axel clutch :: ]
[ :: bracelets from H&M and Taiwan :: ]






[ :: blazer c/o Susan Graver for QVC (available here) :: Simply Be bird print shirt (here) :: ]
[ :: Forever21 leather panel skirt (on sale here) :: heels c/o Torrid (similar) :: Axel clutch :: ]
[ :: bracelets from H&M and Taiwan :: ]

So clearly my blazer obsession is never going away. They're just so perfect for every occasion, and they legit go with EVERYTHING. I'm so ready to wear bright colors again, and this cobalt blazer from Susan Graver for QVC fits the bill perfectly! I don't have a ton of experience buying from QVC, but I must say the selection is insane! Susan Graver offers mostly work-appropriate items, but I'm kind of crazy for all the outerwear options (like this colorblock coat--hellooo)!
Side note: Did you know that almost all QVC clothing goes up to a 3X and runs large? If you're buying, size down for sure.

I also busted out one of my new favorite tops from Simply Be! I absolutely love the way the print adds personality to a work look. To play off the panels in the jacket, I also paired the blazer with my leather paneled skirt from Forever 21+, on sale now for $9.99! Crazy. I might buy a backup.

Thanks for reading! Happy Friday! ♥