As it turns out, you can mix up your office style without pinging HR’s “Dressed Inappropriately” radar. Enter: the blazer cape.
I started jonesing for a blazer cape after seeing it pop up in a few fashion mags. Want, need, must have. Finally pulled the trigger on this gorgeous and suuuuuuper affordable version from Nasty Gal. (Seriously, under $75 for a blazer? Yes. And with a cape option? Double yes.)
I wore mine to the office with classic trousers and a sheer plaid Portofino shirt from Express, working in a little gold from BaubleBar and a little red with a pointed toe pump. What I love about the blazer cape is it works both as a 9-5 option and over a t-shirt + baggy boyfriend jeans for a spin on weekend chic. (Bonus: it also comes in ivory and burgundy. I want them all.)
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This blazer cape is definitely going in heavy rotation. I can’t wait to wear it with holiday dresses, cozy knits, sweater leggings + boots… So many possibilities. And speaking of Express, they’ve started their Black Friday sale earlyâ shop now to get 50% off everything. Every. Single. Thing. And free shipping on all orders. Goooo!
Congrats to Katie Baird, the winner of our $400 Nordstrom giveaway!
I can’t believe The Blogger Collective launches in less than a week. Time flies when you’re crazy busy launching a blogger group built on the foundation of support + education. Nikki and I are so pumped; the response has been really overwhelming and lovely. Interested? Apply here.
Holiday Gift Guide: Under $25.
Whether you need to pick up something for your office bff, a neighbor, your child’s teacher, or stuff a stocking with some goodies, small gifts like the following are perfect quick buys that don’t break the bank.
1. Kate Spade ‘Cold Hands’ Thermal Travel Mug ($25); Kate Spade ‘Break the Ice’ Insulated Tumbler ($18)
2. Voluspa ‘Maison Holiday- Cinnamon Ceylon & Copal’ Candle ($16)
3. C.O. Bigelow Lemon Hand Treatment ( $16)
4. Phase 3 Chunky Knit Beanie ($24)
5. Herschel Supply Co. ‘Small Northern Lights’ Canvas Pouch ($15)
6. The Rail Red Check Scarf ($20)
7. Primitives ‘Wine Improves’ Wine Bottle Box ($18)Â
8. BaubleBar White Zoology Ring Tree ($12)
Happy shopping!
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Gorgeous!
Wonderful look and gift guide! I really love it that the red heels look out of the pants ^_^
Kisses
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Super cute outfit. I love your shoes.
Beautetude
Loving the cape girl – so fabulous! And I think I need that “love the wine your with” sign! LOL!
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I love that blazer cape! I really want to try this look!
Loving that cape on you! Great office look. 🙂
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Love your cape! 😀
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I absolutely love the blazer cape! You styled it perfectly!
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What?! A blazer cape! I love this! I’ve been eyeing a few ponchos that I may add to my Xmas wishlist, but this may end up there, too:) I’m so pumped for the launch of the Blogger Collective!! You girls are totally jamming and making blogging more awesome. Hope you’re doing well and that you have a great Thanksgiving, pretty lady!
Gorg, babe!
You absolutely nailed this look! I love that it’s a spin on the classic blazer but is so much more modern! Aewsome!
Love your cape so much!!
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So chic outfit! lovely blog! 😀
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Another great look, Ash! I love that cape!
Loving those red shoes!
Hope you have a great Thanksgiving!
You are so classy, I love your cape!!!
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Girl, you look so chic in this look! I love it!
I’m loving your Christmas gifting guides, too- so helpful!
I love the “wine” box sign! So funny and cute!
I love your blazer cap!!! Oh and your pop of red from those cute shoes. Such a great understated holiday office look. Love it!!!
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Love this! Great post!
You look so stylish Ashley!!
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You look so classy in this cape!
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This is a perfect work appropriate look! And the red heels are amazing 🙂
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that’s great! nice advices and great look too:)
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Hi sweetie
so chic and glam!!!
I love your cape (amazing)
Kisses
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Great look, lovely the shoes!
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Love your shoes! Nine West is my favorite place for shoes.
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Such a chic office look! I need that blazer cape, it’s perfect!
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Loving the blazer and blouse! Perfect!
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Anna
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Gorgeous, Ashley!
I would so stupid in this blazer cape but you look AMAZING. So jealous you can pull this off! It’s awesome! 😀
Absolutely love that cape with the pumps. Great look!
The shopping guide is so handy- I had no idea what to get my aunt and neighbor before this! Thanks, babe!
Very elegant and professional outfit! Loving that necklace! 🙂
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Jessica
wonderful combo!!! giulia
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I love, LOVE that blazer cape so much!!
Gorgeous, lady! Happy Thanksgiving Week!
that blazer cape is so unique and i love your tassel necklace!
You look great here!
beautiful combo. xo
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I love a red shoe! These are awesome!
Have a happy happy Thanksgiving!
you look so gorgeous! i love that necklace, and i want it added to your gift guide 🙂
I’m obsessed with this outfit for the office. Your cape is seriously amazing!
xo,
Angela
Very interesting ideas dear!
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Beautiful!
Oh man I need!! Thanks for introducing me to this fabulousness.
Loving the pattern of your blouse!
Sencilla. original y elegante.
Me encanta el look y esos zapatos divinos.
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So chic Ashley! Love your pants snd your necklace.
Kisses
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Great look on you, dear!! Red is my favorite color, and shoes are my weakness … so those shoes you are wearing are fabulous! 🙂
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