Review + Outfit Post: The Camel Coat

J.Crew petite wool melton top coat (also in black, red, and navy, use code SHOPNOW for 25% and free shipping only today), Old H&M top (similar here), Loft petite black jeans, Nine West heels (similar here), Movado bold watch, Zara scarf (a present), Vintage purse (from my mom's closet)

I was very surprised at this fall's petite camel coat selection. With selections ranging from

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(Trench coat from Banana Republic Factory - similar here, Old color block shirt from Forever 21 - similar here, Necklace from J.Crew Factory, Heels from Banana Republic Factory - similar here, Pencil skirt from J.Crew - solid color pencil skirt similar here, Gold Bold watch from Movado, Selma Satchel from Michael Kors) 

FYI - J.Crew is having 25% off all styles and 30% off final sale items in store and online... go get 'em with code TGIFALL.

When I first started working, I didn't want to be the type of person to just throw on a solid button up, black pants, black flats, and call it a day. With that thought, I built up my work wardrobe over time: patterned/solid button down shirts with cute neck tie collars, pencil skirts with interesting designs and bright colors, classy statement necklaces, basic waist length cardigans, J.Crew school boy blazers, and different colored pumps. 

Today, I'm featuring a couple of staple pieces I acquired these past couple of months. I'm also going to show how to wear/make color-block and patterns work with each other.