Monday 30 July 2018

Colourful Winter Office Wear: Blue and Yellow Pencil Skirt Outfits

Sharing some colourful but still very cosy winter outfits, with my favourite blue pencil skirts and a big Rebecca Minkoff MAB tote bag. When our winter temperatures dipped again, I wanted warm knits, and picked some of my bright ones to inject a little colour.

Plus, an update on how I did with my No Buy July challenge, #noBuyJuly18!

What I wore:

blue and mustard yellow knit winter office pencil skirt outfit | awayfromblue

rebecca minkoff moon navy medium MAB tote bag for work with macintosh jacket | awayfromtheblue

awayfromtheblue instagram office outfit winter colourful mustard and blue pencil skirt business casual
JacketJeanswest Monica Mac coat in Indigo
ScarfLouis Vuitton monogram shawl in bleu
Jumper: thrifted SES fashions mustard marle knit jumper
SkirtWarehouse navy jacquard pencil skirt
Shoes: RMK Chester black ankle boots
BagRebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote in moon navy

Why I wore it:

Trying blue and yellow with a mustard marle knit, blue scarf and blue pencil skirt. Decided to wear the Rebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote as I love wearing blue bags with this pencil skirt, it's a frequent go-to combination.

While I do normally like blue and yellow together, I wasn't sure if this skirt and knit would look as good as I hoped together. I ended up really liking this outfit, I think the scarf really made it perfect for me. This was such a comfortable outfit too, very much appreciated for a crazy day at work where nothing went according to plan at all!


Last worn: navy macintosh, Louis Vuitton scarf, mustard marle knit, jacquard pencil skirt, black ankle boots, Rebecca Minkoff MAB tote bag.

Other ways to wearnavy macintosh and wrap dress, Louis Vuitton scarf and embroidered top, mustard marle knit and a-line skirt, jacquard pencil skirt in summer, black ankle boots worn 30 ways, Rebecca Minkoff MAB tote bag and grey pencil skirt.

Perfect for pregnancyjacquard pencil skirt in first trimester, ankle boots in second trimester, Rebecca Minkoff MAB tote bag in third trimester.



What's In My Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Medium MAB Tote Edition!









What I wore:


Rebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote in moon navy in winter office bag | away from the blue

awayfromblue instagram blue and yellow bright cheerful winter office outfit love quotes scarf medium MAB tote bag
Jacket: Barkins beige trench coat 
ScarfLove Quotes knotted tassel linen scarf in sunshine yellow
Knit: thrifted Valleygirl blue knit jumper
SkirtAsos blue textured lace pencil skirt
ShoesWalnut Melbourne 'Ava' black lizard ballet flats (also available in silver)
BagRebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote in moon navy

Why I wore it:

Again continuing the blue and yellow theme! I really do like the colours together.  I felt like all of the blue together wasn't quite colourful enough, so I added this cosy and bright yellow scarf. This knit and pencil skirt is a combination I've worn before in the warmer weather, it was good to be able to layer it up for winter.

Unlike the previous week at work, I had to wear my trench coat when I ventured out for coffee with my boss in the morning and lunch in the afternoon. It was a much cooler winter day. While the bright yellow scarf is a fun summery shade, the big size makes it very warm and very cosy to wrap myself up in during winter! I like blue and yellow together so it seemed like a fun choice for a cold morning to repeat the colour combo again.

Usually when it's cold I'll add ankle boots to my outfit, but I felt ballet flats were better for all the running around I had to do in the morning. It was one of those days where you come into work with an idea of what task you're going to do, then the afternoon rolls around and you realise you've been pulled in so many directions you hadn't started your task!


Last worn: camel trench, yellow scarf, blue marl knit, blue lace pencil skirt, Walnut Melbourne flats, Rebecca Minkoff MAB tote bag (above).

Other ways to wearcamel trench and burgundy pants, yellow scarf and maxi dress, blue marl knit and skinny jeans, blue lace pencil skirt and grey tee, Walnut Melbourne flats and skinny jeans, Rebecca Minkoff MAB Tote Bag and maxi dress.

Perfect for pregnancycamel trench in second trimester, yellow scarf in second trimester, blue marl knit in first trimesterblue lace pencil skirt in third trimester, Walnut Melbourne flats in second trimester, Rebecca Minkoff MAB tote bag in second trimester.



No Buy July Results!


It might not come as a surprise, after I mastered 7 months without shopping last year, but I made it through #noBuyJuly18 sticking to my goal and not spending anything on fashion. July is such a busy time with all of the sales, but I'm pretty content with my winter wardrobe now (even after halving my winter pieces from two storage boxes to one), and that makes it easier to avoid the sales. Some of the sales were extremely tempting, but even with the $5 sale at Jeanswest (!) I didn't buy anything. For full disclosure, I did add a few things to carts but decided not to buy at the last minute.


I shared more tips for how to survive a no shop challenge after completing 6 months without shopping: lessons from a former shopaholic.


Bright Knits Under $50:




How You Can Wear It:

Winter wear works well in neutral colours, as you can layer without worrying about colours matching. It's a fun idea to add some colourful pieces though, from bright scarves to colourful and cosy knits, you can still be cosy and warm! Sticking with colour combinations you know you love, or adding a contrasting scarf to a monochrome outfit, is a good way to try it out.


Linking up with Modest Monday, Trend Spin, Turning Heads, Confident Twosday.


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69 comments:

  1. You always know how to layer.
    Both office outfits look so chic.

    Much Love,
    Jane | The Bandwagon Chic

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    1. Thank you! I really feel I'm not the best at layering as it's rarely cold enough here to need to do it often, it's not necessary outside of winter, haha!

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  2. Lovely post! Both of scarfs look beautiful with your looks! It’s monsoon at my side! But love your winter looks, great for office!

    And so glad to know you could sticked to your plans!!! Oh I ended up buying a tons!!!! I feel guilty for how I always end up buying a lot! I’m sure will keep your plan for the next to stick.

    Xoxo Babita
    http://travelhues.com

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    1. Glad my no buy tips can be helpful for you!

      Hope that the monsoon wasn't too bad!

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  3. Blue and yellow go lovely together, I do prefer the mustard yellow in the first to the bright yellow with blue though. I really like your bag!

    Corinne x
    www.skinnedcartree.com

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    1. The first one is definitely my favourite too :)

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  4. I love your hair in that plait! I think I actually accidentally did No Buy July, simply because I was so busy and also didn't really see anything that caught my eye! Means I'm overdue a shop though...
    Amy xx
    callmeamy.co.uk

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    1. haha yes I'm shopping a lot in August to make up for not spending in July I think!!!

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  5. Always in love with the blues, that scarf is amazing :D
    Great post !
    With love,
    xx

    Patricia & Miguel
    www.freeoversea.com

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  6. Love that pop of yellow!
    http://www.lambassadrice.com/

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  7. Congrats on making it through No Buy July! And fabulous outfits! I love to pair blue and yellow together too. And your scarves are perfect.

    Hope you're having a wonderful week, Mica!

    ~Lindsey
    https://have-clothes-will-travel.com/

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    1. Thank you! It's a fun challenge to have!

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  8. Love both of these scarves, so cute x

    Laura
    https://pinkfrenzymissl.blogspot.com/

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  9. Blue and yellow together is so beautiful. These outfits look so nice on you and I love the bag.

    Gemma x
    www.jacquardflower.uk

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  10. Blue and yellow are perfect together and I love how you showcased them just a little differently in both outfits. You know what is funny? I almost thought it was the same skirt in both outfits?? I had to go back and examine the first one again----I thought maybe the lighting was darker, but no, the prints are different, aren't they??
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. haha yes, they are such similar skirts! :) I got them at different times, and they are different brands, but so very similar! :)

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  11. You have such a knack for colour-matching, Mica:) These are both great outfits, and thanks for the review of the MAB tote. Wow! You can fit so much in it...you're like Mary Poppins:D I totally understand because my bags have a lot of stuff too:)
    Hope you're having a lovely Monday...or is it night time there already? In that case, have a great night!

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    1. Thanks Emmy! It is such a great bags, holds so much! :) I think it's night for us when it's daytime for you! :)

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  12. Congrats on your no buy month. I so need to do one of these soon but I haven't been shopping like I used to.

    http://www.amysfashionblog.com/blog-home/

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    1. You've been great with your shopping, I've enjoyed your wrap up posts on your blog!

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  13. Oh I love both of your pencil skirts! They are so pretty. And kudos on making it through no-buy July! That is so impressive, along with your 7-month no-buy last year!
    Gina || On the Daily Express

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    1. Yes I'm pleased I managed to achieve it again, despite all the sales!

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  14. I absolutely love when you wear that scarf! The blue shade looks so beautiful on you and I personally love blue and yellow paired together as well. The outfits you've put together look great. My favorite is the first one! Thanks for sharing and I hope you have a great week ahead!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    THE STYLE CONTOUR

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  15. Blue and yellow for the win! These are both great looks, and both are enhanced immensely by the addition of the scarves. The vivid blue in the first outfit really brings out the darker blue, keeping it from reading as black allover. The bright lemon yellow scarf improves the beige coat and really pops off the blue. Nice work, Mica!

    Wishing you a grand week ahead!

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    1. Thanks Sheila! I've been having more fun with colour lately and I love hearing your take on it as you inspire me so much :)

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  16. Fun to see the blue and yellow together but mixed up between the scarf and the top in each outfit. I love how you accessorize!

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  17. Yellow and blue are such fun colors together! Good for you for doing another No Buy July! I really need to take a page from your book and do a No Buy month! Hope you are having a good start to your week!

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    1. Thanks Laura! :) They are definitely educational months for me, and good for my wallet, haha!

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  18. I also like combination of blue and yellow - it is perfect!
    Your outfits looks very nice. Thanks for sharing.

    http://www.exclusivebeautydiary.com

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  19. Great looks! I like the colour of the blue scarf! So nice. :)

    A Shimmer, A Shadow

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  20. Your scarf collection is amazing. I really love the bright colors you own because they really brighten up any look!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

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    1. Thanks Ruth :) I love my colourful scarves!

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  21. These are both lovely winter outfits, Mica! Blue and yellow look gorgeous together. Both of these scarves are so pretty and your bag looks great with both outfits. Hope you're having a good week so far, Mica! XXX

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  22. Congrats on your no buy July! I found those sales so hard to resist.
    Chic on the Cheap

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    1. There are a lot of great sales on in July!

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  23. That bag is perfect for work, I love how you styled it
    xo
    www.laurajaneatelier.com

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  24. Well done for sticking to your goal of nobuyjuly!

    Anne - Linda, Libra, Loca

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  25. Hi Mica
    My favorite look is the second one, you must have realized why, I love the pop of scarf color, you know how I love the vibrant colors much more than the dark colors.
    I also like the combination of blue and yellow. And for so much activity the flats are in fact the best option.
    I wish you a good week.
    kisses

    marisasclosetblog.com

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  26. I definitely agree - blue and yellow are quite fun together! I especially liked the shade of royal blue in your first outfit. At least winter doesn't look to be too, too cold for you now!

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    1. Yes it's starting to warm up a bit, final month of winter now!

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  27. I love that Tote bag, it oozes boss lady kind of vibe! I love the whole look, you styled you outfit to perfection.
    www.fashionstylemogul.com

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  28. The MAB is such an awesome bag- you can fit so much inside!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  29. hola, no conocia tu blog, me ha gustado mucho tu estilo, que bolso mas bonito, me ha encantado.

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  30. I do love the yellow and blue colour combo. Both outfits are lovely. You wear scarves so well....that trench is very pretty...and good that it kept you warm.

    Congrats on shopping free month and sticking to your ban.
    Have a lovely week!

    https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/

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  31. Love the blue and yellow theme! And that bag is so beautiful!! Very versatile <3 Thank you for the sincere comment on my blog it was very meaningful and sweet. I always try to return the love and support! xxx

    The Faceless Style

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  32. Nice job with No Buy July Mica, that is awesome! I didn't shop much this month either, but I did buy one pair of earrings from my favorite brand, Nickel and Suede. I love the blue and yellow mix, it really is such a pretty color combo!

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    1. They are cute earrings! Well done on only buying one thing!

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  33. Good for you for sticking to a no buy July. I hope I buy nothing in September though that is tempting with Fall coming. Love blue and yellow always. Plus they are my university's colors. Looking very put together even for cool weather. =)

    Welcome join my Tuesdays monthly linkup. It is the last Tuesday of every month, also join my Thursday Moda every week and share your beautiful style, Thanks!! =)) Ada.

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    1. Good luck with your no spend September!

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  34. Just beautiful! Love your looks!

    www.jessicabroyles.com

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  35. It is winter at your end already? Which country are you living please? Ha!! Loving the scarves. So beautiful and love the comfort.
    Have a blessed week. :-)

    https://www.missymayification.co.uk

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    1. haha it's been winter for a while here in Australia!

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  36. I don't know why but your first outfit really reminds me of Harry Potter - a mix between Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw! Deciding what to wear in my office is such a pain as when it's hot outside, it's freezing in the office and when it's freezing outside, it's boiling in the office! So annoying as you've no idea whether you're coming or going!

    Musings & More

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    1. haha thank you, I never would have thought of that!

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  37. Hi Mica, I adore the color combination and how you styled your pencil skirts. I always find a pencil skirt is chic and very versatile. I'm so excited that you completed your no buy during such a tempting month. Your July looks were creative, cute and always inspiring.

    I pray that you have a happy new month pretty lady!

    Tiff
    http://www.dashoffashandfinance.com

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  38. Such a gorgeous bag! Loving its classic look, beauty in simplicity indeed.

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

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  39. I particularly enjoy blue and orange, but yellow looks just as great! I like the contrast and it's such a happy colour. I particularly like that tote bag, so smart (but then I love anything navy so it's no surprise).

    I've been confronted by the interview dressing dilemma. I only have one suit because really, who wears a suit to work nowadays? So I'm trying to figure out what my second round interview outfit should be. Which totally distracts me from the actual interview preparation itself! Oops.

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    1. Interviews are tricky, especially Sydney! You could always try a different top under your suit? I've never worn a suit for an interview here but that's Brisbane for you, haha! I know it's a staple for Sydney.

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  40. I love blue and yellow together. Both looks are great. Congratulations on completing your challenge.

    Kathrin | Polar Bear Style

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  41. Hi Mica
    Love your tote, as you know I love RM, big fan! The cobalt and yellow look lovely on you. I also like you print skirt. YOu are a master at layering!
    thanks for linking!
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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  42. I am loving this yellow scarf, and the blue one! So pretty!

    Raindrops of Sapphire

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  43. You always look so cute with a braid, Mica! :)

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    1. Thank you Jess! I wear this hairstyle far too often, ha! I love it!

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  44. I love Rebecca Minkoff bags! I just got myself a small love star printed crossbody bag and right now it;s my favorite

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  45. Thank you all for your lovely comments and congratulations on me completing the no buy challenge for July!

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