5 Work Flats to Survive the Summer

Working in New York City, I've learned a little trick of the trade...the shoe swap. You carry an extra pair of flats in your purse and swap them out before you get to the office. It's the only way to preserve your heels from the cobblestone, concrete and anything else you come across in NYC. Here are five pairs of flats that will look great with all your work outfits.

Sam Edelman Felicia Leather Ballet Flats
Michael Kors Kors Kiera Ballet
Kate Spade Metallic Penny Loafer
Dolce Vita Pointed Toe D'Orsay Flats
Elorie Bow Tie Flats

The Friday Roundup

Welcome to the end of the work week! This weekend I'm looking forward to a "date day" with my fiance and a "date morning" with my blogger friends. Hopefully a few naps along the way.

 Over the last few weeks I've had these ten things on my mind. Now that the wedding dress is checked off the list, I can focus on adding more decor to my apartment. I've also been obsessing about these Ted Baker heels for work and Zara boots for my every day boot.

one:: Homies Sweatshirt $105

two:: Mr & Mrs Glasses $18

three:: Ted Baker Heels $170

four:: Kate Spade Earrings $78

five:: French Bulldog Stud Earrings $48

six:: West Elm Throw Pillows $29

seven:: Channel Book Set $75

eight:: Suede Flat Boots $119

nine:: Faux Leather Travel Bag $70

ten:: Midcentury Lamp $69

Here are a few other things that caught my attention this week: 

 Check at Gisele Bundchen, love this magazine spread in Vogue

Big congrats to Taylor Swift for winning the Pinnacle at the CMAs! 

Love this photographer, The Real Instagram. They call him the  Banksy of Instagram

This Fall I'll be trying all of these looks from Glitter Guide

Bringing "follow Friday" to Corporate Catwalk!  Today I'd like to share two of my favorite bloggers; Jacey of Damsel in Dior, who reminds me of a modern day Kate Moss. Her effortless style and trendy outfits are always an inspiration.  Also, Hitha of Hitha on the Go, who is an expert in traveling in style. She has so many helpful tips on her blog, I signed up for her newsletters so I never miss a post. I've had the pleasure of meeting Hitha and she's even more entertaining and well spoken in person!

Ankle Booties :: 5 Splurge Worthy Fall Booties

The last few weeks I've been wanting to post my favorite black ankle booties. Ankle booties are my favorite boots, especially for the fall. So go ahead and put aside your pumps and buy yourself a super cute pair of booties. You'll thank yourself later.

When I talk about ankle booties, most woman say they are not a fan of the shorter boots. Typically because they "think" the boots make them look short and/or have thick calves (which I can sympathize with being 5'1).  I'm always interested in hearing about why people have certain perceptions about trends, style and fashion. The ankle booties can be worn so many ways. So get creative with your ankle boot...because we'll all stare with desire.

My recommendations on wearing ankle booties is that you can wear it with ultra skinny jeans, boyfriend jeans, cropped jeans (my fav), leggings and tights. What I appreciate most about the ankle boots is that you can wear a simple tee or sweater and it's the perfect outfit to wear out with friends, shopping, or exploring a city. ALSO...the small chunky heel allows you to wear it for several hours, without "that" much pain. Extra brownie points in my book. 

One last thing, this morning on my walk to work I saw this girl with a flowy structured dress, black tights and gray ankle boots. I wanted to stop her and instagram her outfit. Perfect outfit for the office.

one :: H&M Ankle Booties 49.00

two :: Report Toe Cap Boots 125.00

three :: Kate Spade Ankle Booties 398.00

four :: Sole Society Ankle Booties 70.00

five :: Tory Burch Ankle Booties 385.00