Not Your Typical Work Suit | Blue Pantsuit

One of my fashion icons, Miroslava Duma, wore a blue Stella McCartney pantsuit last year during London Fashion week. Like so many of her outfits, she's influenced my style and encouraged me to be more open-minded to trying new trends. What so many people don't know about Miroslava is that she is a very petite woman. Although she stands a mere 5'0", she's able to pull off so many trends that you'd normally see on runway models. She makes trends work with her body and her style.

For me, it's all about finding what works with your body, style and budget. As much as I'd love to have a tailored designer pantsuit, my Zara suit is just as stylish.

Zara Blazer (similar here & here)
Zara Trousers (similar here & here)
Express Shirt
Nasty Gal Heels (love these)
Aldo Clutch
Zara Necklace (love here & here)
DYNY Sunnies

Photos by Lydia Hudgens

Necklace Giveaway | Floral Pants + White Crop Top

A few weeks ago while attending Hitha On The Go's Truck Show, I had the pleasure of meeting Alanna Bess. When I first met her, she was glowing as she stood in front of her jewelry table. Much to my surprise, she got engaged a day earlier (congrats Alanna)! As I looked through her handmade collection of jewelry, each made with such intricate details and beauty, I knew I couldn't walk out the door without purchasing this beautiful pendant. It's the perfect piece for my summer collection. As much as I love my statement necklace, a long delicate necklace is a great piece to add to your collection for "minimalist" days. 

Today I'm teaming up with Alanna Bess and we're giving away a Druzy Heart Pendant Necklace to one Corporate Catwalk reader. *The giveaway is only available to US residents only (sending lot of love to all my international  readers). The winner will be announced on Friday, May 30th at 10am EST. There are multiple ways to enter, be sure to take advantage of multiple entries. 

 Be sure to check out the rest of her pieces available on Gilt.com. 

Zara Blouse (love here & here)

Nordstrom Pants old (similar here, here & LOVE here)

Zara Heels (similar here)

Vince Camuto

Banana Republic Bracelet 

Alanna Bess

Photos by Lydia Hudgens

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Memorial Weekend | Denim Overalls + Basic White Tee

Hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend! We've spent most of the weekend cleaning up around the house. After the wedding we're going to redecorate the apartment. It's all I can think about, even with our wedding 19 days away. I think it's good distracting me from the stress and anxiety of our wedding. Nonetheless, we're going to buy a few more plants for the house, paint, do some cool DIY projects and make a few trips to my favorite thrift stores in NYC. You'd be so surprised what you can find at thrift stores and craigslist. Looking forward to sharing all the new home decor pieces. On Saturday I posted an apartment photos on Instagram, check it out here. 

Not sure if you can tell by the photos, but I'm in love with the overall trend. At first I was a little hesitant to buy a pair, but for only $30 these overalls from H&M were such a small investment, I had to get myself a pair! Since I'm a shorty, I had to hem the bottom by 4 inches. So if you're petite like me, be ready to take these to a tailor or hem them yourself. If you have a sewing machine, I'd recommend hemming them on your own. Last night I picked up a pair of overall shorts. These will look cute with sandals this summer, excited to show you the look! These overalls from Free People are next on the "to buy" list. 

H&M Overalls in stores (love here, here & here)
Banana republic Tee (similar here & here)
Vince Camunto Bag (love this bucket bag)
Zara Heels (obsessed with these and lower heel version here & here)
Chanel Sunnies old (love here & here)

Photos by Lydia Hudgens

Summer Outfit | Striped Shorts + Baseball Cap

Ladies, it's that to break out the summer shorts! Every summer I struggle to look "put together" when wearing shorts. I either look too stumpy wearing flipflops or like a boy having my hair pulled back in a ponytail. The casual and cute look is one of the hardest looks to pull off...in my opinion.

So when I found these striped highwaisted shorts at Zara, I figured this would be a great piece to add to my summer collection. The shorts can be worn with a crop top, light sweater (like I'm wearing) or a graphic tee. You decide! Endless possibilities. Whereas the shoes can easily be changed out for gladiator sandals or metallic flipflops and you'll still look stylish and chic. The baseball hat is always a good accessory for the summer. It keeps the sun out of my face (reduces my freckles) and it gives any outfit look a little more casual. 

H&M Sweater old (similar here & here)

Zara Shorts (similar here, here & here) 

Zara Heels (love these on sale)

J.Crew Hat old (love this hat for the summer)

J.Crew Necklace (similar here)

Vince Camuto Bag (love this camel color drawstring bag)

Photos by Lydia Hudgens

What to Wear to Work | White Blazer + Black Dress

The classic white blazer. One of my favorite staples in my closet, but I've only worn this blazer once! This has to change. I've started to screenshot outfits with white blazers and I've been surprised how many ways you can wear a white blazer, especially in the spring and summer. One of my favorite looks with this blazer is wearing it with high waisted black trousers, like Kat from With Love from Kat wears here. I also love this look with denim ripped shorts, like Julia from Gal Meets Glam wears here. Because it is so versatile, it's a great piece to add to your wardrobe and you'll get plenty of wears out of your purchase...which is always my favorite!

H&M Blazer (similar here & here) 

Express Dress old (similar here) 

Zara Sandals (similar) 

DKNY Sunnies (similar)

Fendi Bag 

Banana Republic Bracelet 

Pleated Skirt + Blush Tones

The Limited Top | Zara Skirt | Zara Heels | Coach Bag (similar) | J.Crew Necklace 

This is by far one of my favorite skirts in my closet. I'm not sure if I'm tired of wearing pencil skirt, or I like the length of this midi skirt. Either way, I often find myself reaching for this skirt for daily work outfits. The neutral bag and heels are always good accent colors to go along with a monochromatic look. Last month I wore a similar outfit with the pleated skirt. 

Friday Date Night in NYC

Zara Top | Zara Pants | TJ. Maxx Clutch | J.Crew Necklace | Nordstrom Heels 

Friday night, we went out to celebrate a successful week at work and when we asked friends where to eat, we got endless recommendations. Of course, trying to make reservations at Friday at noon for a Friday night dinner, is almost impossible in NYC. Finally I stumbled up Beauty & Essex, which had one availability at 6:15. After reading a few reviews and looking at a few photos, I booked it! When we arrived, we walk through what looked to be pond shop. As we walked through the little shop, we opened a large door that led into a dark restaurant. At the entrance there was a beauty spiral staircase and hung a long vintage chandelier. They sat us at our table, the booth was a black leather tufted booth, that lined the walls. It was gorgeous! The entire restaurant was beautiful. Even the bathroom, which had a small bar and seating area. 

The food is what really won us over. It's a tapas restaurant, so they recommend sharing 5-7 small dishes. We started off with the Tuna Poke Wonton Tacos, moved onto the Kale & Apple salad (which almost won for best dish of the night). Then we had Grilled Cheese, Smoked Bacon & Tomato Soup Dumplings (this dish ties with the Kale Salad) and Lobster Mac & Cheese. As our entree we had a Hamburger with Salt & Vinegar Fries (the fries were our #1 pick).  Then we managed to have, not one, but two desserts! Highly recommended by waiter, we had the S'mores Tart and the Black Bottomed Butterscotch Pot de Creme, which is one of the best desserts I've ever eaten. Needless to say, we were satisfied when we left the restaurant. 

We had such an amazing experience at this restaurant, I just had to share with my readers. So for anyone who wants to try a great restaurant in NYC, I'd highly recommend Beauty & Essex. I promise you won't be disappointed. 

I'm curious, any of my readers been to Beauty & Essex? Did you have the same experience?