I’ve always thought of pencil skirts as a piece of clothing that takes itself way too seriously. To me, they were boring, restrictive, and simply not cute. I filed them away in my “I’m never going to wear this in my life” category, and focused on buying the clothes that I was interested in. That fantasy came to a screeching halt when I graduated college and realized that I was now in the real world. In the real world, people have jobs and have to wear business attire (e.g. pencil skirts). Much to my delight, J.Crew has an amazing assortment of pencil skirts. This was quite the revelation for someone who had convinced herself that pencil skirts only came in black.
After entering pencil skirt heaven (J.Crew), I now realize that the styling possibilities are endless. These colorful, textural skirts can be worn to the office and beyond. I love the way the neon and purple complemented each other, creating a fun yet work-appropriate outfit!
Top: Gianni Bini (loving this short-sleeve version!) | Skirt: J.Crew (factory version on major sale) | Shoes: BCBG (similar) | Necklace: Forever 21 (similar) | Ring: J.Crew (similar)
The skirt looks awesome! Love the contrasting neon!
Thank you! I instantly loved the colors together!
Love the color combo!
Thank you!
Yes, J Crew is a total pencil skirt heaven lol. Love your whole ensemble. Those colors go truly pop. Such a fun look.
XOXO Nensi
Thank you! Their pencil skirt options are endless!
This color combo is just fabulous!! You look so chic and perfect for any office environment (or drinks afterwards!)
Thank you, Christy! It’s a great transitional outfit from work to after work festivities!
Perfect work outfit! Love it!
~Lauren
http://lalovesblog.com
Thank you, Lauren!
This skirt is anything but boring, I love the vibrant colors!
Thanks, Cara! I used to be so sheltered when it came to pencil skirts!
I like the hint of neon yellow, very nice!
Thank you! I thought it was just the right amount of brightness!
Totally gorgeous! LOVE this look! Hugs from Cali! xx The Golden Girls
Thank you, Lauren!
Pencil skirts do have the tendency to be boring, but there are so many great ways to style them that make them WAY less boring! I love them with a peplum top. Love your purple skirt. You look adorable!
Thank you! I totally agree with you. Peplum tops do look great with them, and there are so many ways to style them!
Cute look! Loving that neon with the purple!
xx
Giovanna
http://www.HeyLoveBlog.com
Thank you, Giovanna!
Beautiful blog!!!!
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Thanks!
You were not kidding, that skirt is on MAJOR sale! Great find, might just have to add to my shopping list this weekend! – Rochelle
The sale price is amazing! It’s almost exactly identical to mine at half the price, so I had to share!
Lovely!!! 🙂
Thank you, Kristin!
Lovely! 🙂
Thank you!
Would never think to pair those colors together but they look perfect- such a fun look!
xx
Thank you! Once I held them next to each other, I knew it would be a good combination!
You look awesome, pencil skirts are infinitely flattering, love them <3
Thank you, Rachel! They really are flattering!
Purple and yellow are one of my favorite color combos! You look great 🙂
Thank you!
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Pretty and elegant nice combo 🙂
Thank you!
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You know how to make a work outfit fun:-)
Thank you!
Loving the look! Especially the pop of neon.
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Thank you! I’ll check it out!
The color are cute! Love the not boring pencil skirt!
Thank you!
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