Monday 25 March 2019

Weekday Wear Linkup! Frill Sleeve Tees and Pencil Skirts

A new week and a new weekday wear linkup! This week I'm sharing some business casual outfits that are more on the casual side, with frill sleeve tees and pencil skirts. Come link up your weekday wear below!

What I wore:

navy frill sleeve tee with grey pencil skirt yellow beaded statement necklace for the office | awayfromblue

navy tee and Rebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote in moon navy with heart tassel bag charm | awayfromtheblue

awayfromblue Instagram | navy frill sleeve tee with tote bag grey pencil skirt and leopard print flats yellow statement necklace
NecklaceStarfish Project Veronica short yellow multi strand necklace
TeeJeanswest Ruby frill sleeve Ric Rac detailed tee in deep iris (on sale!)
SkirtJeanswest zip detail ponte pencil skirt
ShoesWalnut Melbourne Ava White leopard ballet flats
BagRebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote in moon navy

Why I wore it:

I really like blue and yellow together, so I when I wanted a statement necklace to help dress up this navy tee a little I settled on this yellow beaded one quite quickly! I really liked the combination. The #summerStyleFile style challenge on Instagram had leopard as the prompt, so I decided to add just a little leopard print with these fun Walnut Melbourne ballet flats. Worked so nicely with the neutral outfit.

I had a pretty quiet day at work - but did have a blazer handy to further dress up my tee in case an unexpected meeting came up. And for when the office aircon got too cold!


Last worn: navy frill sleeve tee, yellow statement necklace, black pencil skirt, leopard print ballet flats, Rebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote.

Other ways to wearnavy frill sleeve tee with pink shorts, black pencil skirt for YouTube event, leopard print ballet flats and little black dress, Rebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote in winter.

Perfect for pregnancyblack pencil skirt in first trimester, Rebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote in third trimester.



In Case You Missed It: I Donated My Hair!


I shared this over on YouTube this weekend, I cut a massive 38 cm off my hair to donate it to Variety (to make wigs for kids with cancer).

I still have quite a backlog of long hair pics to get through before you'll see my shorter locks pop up on the blog.








What I wore:

hot pink frill sleeve tee jeanswest black pencil skirt statement crystal necklace business casual office style | away from blue

Rebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote in moon navy with heart tassel bag charm | away from the blue

awayfromtheblue instagram | hot pink frill sleeve tee black pencil skirt navy MAB tote bag office style
NecklaceEye Candy LA 'Sasha' statement necklace
TeeJeanswest Ruby frill sleeve tee in fuchsia
Skirt:  Jeanswest black ponte 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:

Since I liked the outfit combo above so much, I wore the same thing again the next day I was in the office. I picked a sparkly crystal statement necklace this time to go with the hot pink frill sleeve tee. I did feel that the pink tee made the necklace a bit muted - the pink crystals blended in a bit. Probably won't wear the two together again, its' a combination that worked better in my head than in person!

I had a bunch of meetings, but they were all virtual ones so my tee was perfectly appropriate. I ended up wearing my blazer for most of the day anyway, we were working in a different area of the office and my desk was right under the aircon vents!


Last worn: pink frill sleeve tee, statement crystal necklace, black pencil skirt, black ballet flats, Rebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote (above).

Other ways to wearpink frill sleeve tee and printed shorts, black pencil skirt and stripes, black ballet flats and printed dress, Rebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote and sheath dress.

Perfect for pregnancyblack pencil skirt in second trimester, black ballet flats in third trimester, Rebecca Minkoff medium MAB tote in first trimester.




Frill Sleeve Tees Under $50:




How You Can Wear It:

A frill sleeve tee is a great twist on a classic tee, while remaining easy to wear. It can be dressed up for a business casual environment with a pencil skirt and statement necklace, or you could add a blazer if your dress code is more formal. It does hide the fun sleeves though!





Weekday Wear Linkup #11


Welcome to the Weekday Wear linkup! A linkup for you to share your weekday outfits - whether that is office wear or stay at home mum wear - if you wore it on a weekday, you can link it up!

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68 comments:

  1. I actually like the second outfit a lot, the crystals with the pink tee translate very well in the picture.

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  2. Your hair looks so pretty short, Mica! What a wonderful thing to do for such an important charity. I love your frilly tees and how both of your necklaces really pop against them. So pretty! Hope you have a wonderful week ahead. XXX

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    1. It was such an easy thing to do really! I'm looking forward to doing it again in a few years :)

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  3. I love the combinations of colours in the first outfit. Blue and grey is always a nice match. I like outfits with neutral colours. That blue top is a lovely match with the blue bag, and the yellow necklace is the perfect accent. The skirt is also very pretty. The second outfit is lovely as well. The statement necklace you wore stands out nicely against the pink top. The heart pedant on the blue bag is a cute pop of colour too.

    So amazing you donated your hair to make wigs for kids with cancer. That's such a worthy cause and a noble thing to do.

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    1. Thanks, it was such an easy thing to donate!

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  4. Cute looks! Have a great week xx

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  5. Pencil-skirted loveliness!
    Hugs, Mary.
    thepoutingpensioner.blogspot.com

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  6. You look so lovely as always! Sunny and bright! Have a great week Mica!

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  7. I love a casual, comfortable work look that still looks polished! Details like a frill sleeve really elevate a basic tee and a blazer is so necessary when the a/c is cranking!
    Good for you, donating all the gorgeous hair, you are going to help so many children!
    xo,
    Kellyann

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  8. Mica, the frilly sleeves on the tee shirts is such a great detail to make a basic tee look perfect with a pencil skirt! You wear this style so well! Have a fabulous week ahead!

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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  9. That pencil skirt is such a great cut and really fits you well:) Love the combo, and I also am a fan of blue and yellow together.
    That's so freaking awesome btw that you donated your hair for such a great cause.:)

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    1. Thanks, it definitely is a good cause!

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  10. Those tops are cute Mica! And I love the fun pops of color you bring in with your purse accessories and yellow necklace. I hope you have a great week - Happy Monday!

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  11. I love how you style your looks Mica and that bag is a must have!

    Only Yesterday

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  12. I love the statement necklaces you've integrated into both outfits - they really tie them both together.

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  13. Blue and yellow look so good together! I love the little heart and pop of pink on your bag!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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  14. Kudos on donating your hair, Mica! That's so admirable and I can't wait to see your shorter 'do. I'm sure it will be really cute on you. And I have lots of "this worked better in my head" combinations so I'm glad I'm not alone!
    Gina || On the Daily Express

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    1. Thanks Gina! I'm getting used to my short hair now!

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  15. Thanks for hosting the #linkup Mica, have a super week my friend. x Jacqui Mummabstylish

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  16. I love how you added a fun necklace for both of these outfits, Mica!!
    And it's smart to have a blazer just in case.
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  17. Loving how bright that second look is! I could definitely use that brightness today, it's so gross out!
    And yay for donating your hair!! I did it once when I graduated high school but am too scared to do it again because I don't like myself with short hair, haha!
    https://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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    1. Yeah the short hair took some time to get used to! But I want to donate again! :)

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  18. The combination of yellow and blue is one of my favorite! It looks fascinating on you :) The second outfit is just as gorgeous, thank you for the tips.

    Lots of love ♥ January Girl

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  19. The tops with your pencil skirt are perfect. The bag is great and I love the size of it.
    Have a fabulous Monday

    www.chez-rama.com

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  20. Im' loving this bag with both looks, so structured and pretty! Have a nice Monday, Mica!!

    www.jessicabroyles.com

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  21. Oh that Rebecca Minkoff bag is so fun! I love the nautical feel and heart detail. Perfect for the summer and transitional weather too

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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  22. I love how simple yet totally chic these outfits look—you just can't go wrong with the classics!
    Cheryl Shops | www.cherylshops.net

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  23. I love your frilly sleeved tees, Mica. They look so much more "dressed up" than an ordinary one. They would even look dressed up enough for a real life meeting, I guess! Have a wonderful week! xxx

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  24. Hi Mica
    I'm sorry but I hate blue and black it breaks my nerves!!
    So I prefer your second look, I lobe bright colors and I love pink!! Pencil skirts are so fancy, aren't they?
    xoxo

    marisasclosetblog.com

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    1. haha that's okay! It's a combo I love :)

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  25. Great pencil skirt outfits! Love your bag!

    Thanks for the link up & have a great week!

    Andrea
    Andrea’s Wellness Notes

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  26. I love both of your outfit! I actually think your statement necklace in the second outfit looks stunning with your pink top. I want it! lol Hope you're having a wonderful week!

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  27. I love the colors you put together and the necklaces go so well with these outfits!! Love this post!

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  28. Thank you for your comment. Yes, layering dresses is hard when it is really warm, it's much easier in spring and autumn then it is in summer.

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  29. Cute combos.
    xx
    https://theonethattravels.wordpress.com/

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  30. LOVE the MAB tote and your business casual outfits!
    You look so pretty in this bright pink shade.
    Happy new week my friend!
    ❤️❤️❤️
    Elle
    https://theellediaries.com/

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  31. Mica, well done on donating your hair for such a worthwhile cause. From personal experience I know how important proper wigs are for children undergoing treatment.
    I love both your outfits , perfect in your heat and still comfortable and stylish for work. Many thanks for the link up.

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    1. Thank you, I'm happy to help and looking forward to donating my hair again!

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  32. Love your hair cut. It brighten up your face. Also you can never go wrong with pink and black together.

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

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  33. You look so cute babe.
    Love the outfit.,

    Much Love,
    BLOG | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE

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  34. mi piacciono molto entrambi i look

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  35. The sleeve details of those tops are so pretty--I love little things like that that take a basic tee up a notch. I also love the combination of navy and gray in your first look--and the pop of yellow with your necklace! I just love neutrals with a bright accent.

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  36. Love the tops the sleeves look great! Have a lovely week.

    Gemma x
    www.jacquardflower.uk

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  37. wow I love your outfit! amazing post! loved this

    I am now following your blog


    JadieeGosh

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  38. The looks were beautiful.
    But I loved the second look.

    Dany
    Blog Breshopping da Dany

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  39. I love how smart and chic this is! It's gorgeous!
    Raindrops of Sapphire

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  40. I love tops like this with little extra details! You can't really layer much in the summer so these little details make all the difference in adding interest to your outfits. That necklace is such a fun, bright piece! I actually really like how it looks with the pink top, even if it subdues it a bit. Hope you are having a great week!

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  41. Nice! I loved the hair cut!

    Carina | https://carinazz.blogspot.com/

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  42. Donating your hair is such a wonderful gesture and you look great with the new shorter style.

    I also love the outfits. The first one is my favorite though. I really like how the yellow necklace pops against the navy tee.

    Kathrin | Polar Bear Style

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    1. Thanks, I was happy to donate it and look forward to doing it again soon!

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  43. Pencil skirts are seeeerious wardrobe essentials! They're super flattering and have the ability to transform any outfit into being workwear appropriate. Hope you're having a fabulous week so far, Mica!

    Gabrielle | A Glass Of Ice x

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  44. I love that you can dress up, dress down or in between - like you did here - pencil skirts. Both these outfits are perfect business casual looks, but a blazer like you mentioned would make them more classy and professional. That Blue Tote Leather Bag is so chic too and it goes so well with both outfits. I love the pink leather bag tag and it matches so well with the pink+navy combo - one of my favorite color duos for ANY season. But this Spring, navy and yellow is huge as a trending combo of colors so you totally nailed that first outfit too!

    I’d love for you to join my linkup currently on the blog. Perfect for these outfits too since it is a skirt-themed linkup. Thanks and welcome by, <3 Ada. Also, welcome by Thursday for Thursday Moda. =) Thanks!!

    http://eleganceandmommyhood.blogspot.com/2019/03/story-of-my-life-poem.html


    P.S. Good for you for donating your long, beautiful hair. Cannot wait to see how it looks on you!

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    1. Thanks! The video shows the new style off well :)

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  45. Really cool outfits!!
    thanks for sharing!!!

    https://www.itzytrendy.com/2019/03/famous-on-my-blog.html

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  46. You look so fabulous in that skirt

    New post
    https://www.melodyjacob.com/2019/03/how-to-dress-up-hoodie-spring.html

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  47. Your outfits are so cute! A blazer is definitely something that I have in my closet. I love wearing it when I want to feel like a boss!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

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  48. Both outfits are so cute, Mica. I love the injection of colours in your accessories. And I admire your act of generosity towards such an importance cause.
    https://lookingfabulousat50.blogspot.com/

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  49. I love a good yellow and blue combination! And, I have the exact same statement necklace! Yay! Now I need to pull it out again!

    Virginia | More to Mrs. E

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    1. It's such a cheerful necklace to wear!

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  50. Great first look, there is something special about the blue top and blue bag worn together.
    I have to say OMG you are so courageous I would be so terrified cutting SO MUCH in one salon appointment, then I do understand it needs to be one big chop so it can work for the wigs. What a beautiful reason to chop it off. I think you look marvelous with the new hair.

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    1. Thanks, I was a little nervous about it but it's for such a good cause!

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  51. navy and yellow are lovely together and I love your bright pink top. That is wonderful you donate your hair to charity, we have a similar one here called Locks for Love and I know you have to have 12 inches to donate. Your hair looks great!
    thanks for linking!
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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    1. Oh that's good you can donate shorter hair! :)

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  52. Thank you all for your kind comments :)

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