Shorts!

The last time I wore shorts for something other than a workout was back when cargo shorts and flannels were popular. Which is why I found it completely surprising that I not only tried on a pair of shorts recently, I actually liked them!

I found the shorts at Moods of Norway when I was in Bergen, Norway. Moods specializes in what I would call California fashion— bright colors, floor-skimming patterned dresses, and just a lot of fun. I probably chose the least colorful piece in the store, but the cute pleats and cuffs on these shorts speak to the fun attitude of Moods. They also came in bright pink satin, which I was not brave enough to try on.

I even went further out of my character and bought flats recently. I love walking all over the city in the Summer, so I forced myself to look for shoes that would go the distance. I was expecting it to be a chore, but I actually put down a pair of heels to pick up these Dries van Noten sandals! I love the metal detailing and they are really comfortable.

Ah, pockets . . .

Here's to getting out of your comfort zone and getting comfortable!

(Shorts photos © Littlehouse of Style; Moods of Norway shorts, Club Monaco shirt, Dries van Noten sandals, Nine West belt, Aldo necklace)

W-F

So, I actually DID shoot most of my work outfits the other week, per my friend Rebecca's request. (I bet you all thought I flaked out!) And actually, I'm kind of glad I was too busy to go through all the shots right away, because now I can assess what I wore with a little more clarity.

Looking through the photos, I was suddenly struck by how simple all the outfits were.

Here's what I wore on Wednesday— all black with a bright skirt. The one little clever thing I did was pick out stockings that have a chevron pattern, which mimics the pleating on the skirt.

This is Thursday's outfit— a simple black dress, but worn with a cute polka dot blouse underneath to add some fun. The stockings also have polka dots on them which are really subtle.

I wore these shoes, which also have little dots on them.

And here's Friday's outfit. This one is as simple as it gets— a white shirt and blue jeans. Notice how I cleverly disguised this by adding apple red heels and a tweed jacket.

I love this jacket, because from far away it looks brown, but when you really look at the fabric you can see tons of colors. I take this to mean I can wear it with any color that is in the tweed— even if it's just a tiny speck, like the red.

Taking photos of my outfits for a whole week was a really fun exercise, although I don't know how some bloggers shoot what they wear every day. All week I was afraid I'd oversleep, and rush out wearing mismatched socks— and then be forced to post photos of them on my blog!

(W-F photos © Littlehouse of Style)

It's all in the details.

I love putting together two items in my wardrobe that have a subtle connection.

Club Monaco top, Miu Miu flats from DSW

(Photos: © Littlehouse of Style)

Never was a Kodachrome Girl...

Everything looks BETTER in black & white.

(dress, Club Monaco)

(dress, Anna Sui for Target)

(dress, Catherine Malandrino, from Bloomingdales)

(trench coat, DKNY, from Daffy's)

(shirt, Ben Sherman, from Filene's Basement)

(coat, JaeYoon Jeong Collection)

(coat, Vertigo, from Marshall's)

(dress, Laundry, from Cohoe's about 7 years ago!)

(dress, Tandem, from Daffy's)

(Tunic, Club Monaco)

(dress, Catherine Malandrino, from Shopbop)

(Sweater, Club Monaco)

(Skirt, Byblos/Bergdorf Goodman, from The Salvation Army)

(all images © Littlehouse of Style)