Mid-calf-length skirts

I have to admit I have yet to jump on the longer skirts trend. I have a couple of maxi dresses that I wear in the summer, but I just haven't taken the plunge with the calf-length trend. I love the fact that these skirts are high-waisted and a-line shaped, but I worry that I may look like I'm chanelling Laura Ingalls Wilder if I give it a try. I thought it might be one of those trends that comes and goes within a season, but according to the latest issue of In Style, the calf-length trend will be going strong into spring. Below are a few of the longer skirts I've been eyeing over at Topshop. So I leave you with a question- have you tried the calf-length skirt? If so, how did you style it, and what shoes did you pair it with?


Premium Blue Pleated Midi Skirt, $100.


Standout Pleat Calf Skirt, $92.


Polka Dot Calf Skirt, $60.


Calf-length leather skirt, $250.

Dressed for the Weather

Skinny cargos: Blank Denim, boots ? (old), blouse: Maurice's, cardigan: Topshop, necklace and earrings: AG 925.

Well it's been snowing like crazy here since yesterday and the forecast has called for 15 cm of snow by the time it is supposed to stop this evening. Yesterday I was sure to dress for the weather in my waterproof motorcycle boots and a warm and cozy oversize cardigan. I guess Patch was feeling photogenic, as she decided to make an appearance in two of my photos.

On another note, Happy Thanksgiving to all of my lovely blogger friends to the south. Hope you have a great day!

Just Peachy

Dress: Topshop, blazer: Silence and Noise, tights: Forever 21, necklace: Guess (old), boots: Frye.

I picked up this dress from Topshop on sale a couple of months ago but hadn't had a chance to wear it until recently. I've never owned a dress that is quite this feminine but I'm liking it. I toughened up the look with leather boots and a boyfriend blazer.

Leather and Roses

Dress: Topshop, jacket: People's Liberation, tights: Urban Outfitters, boots: Frye, necklace: ? (old).

I received this dress from Topshop this week and couldn't be happier with it. It is really comfortable, looks great with tights and boots and is long enough to wear to work. I had been admiring this dress for a while and finally took the plunge and ordered it. As a rule, I usually stick to dresses and skirts that are knee length or longer for work. My work doesn't have an official dress code, but as a high school teacher I tend to err on the side of caution with the clothes I wear. I sometimes find it challenging to put together outfits for work that fit my personal style but are still conservative enough for the environment I work in. Do you find it challenging to express your personal style at work?

Peaches n Cream

Skirt: Topshop, tank: Michael Kors, blazer: Silence and Noise, motorcycle boots: ? (old), necklace: Forever 21, sunglasses: Oliver Peoples, tights: DIY.

One of my favourite colour combinations lately has been neutral tones such as peach and soft pink paired with black. In the past I rarely wore neutral colours but recently I decided to try to add new colours to my wardrobe. I decided to pair this cute feminine skirt with an all black outfit and toughen it up a bit with motorcycle boots. What colour palettes are you experimenting with this fall?

Eyelets and Eggplant

Skirt: Topshop, top: Alternative Apparel, wedges: Steve Madden, belt: Winners, necklace: ? (old), sunglasses: Rayban.

I ordered this eyelet skirt from Topshop a while ago but hadn't worn it yet because I didn't know what to wear it with. I finally settled on pairing it with this casual eggplant top to add a pop off colour and black and gold accessories. I can also see myself wearing this skirt with tights and boots this fall and winter.

Athletic Chic

T-shirt: Alternative Apparel, skirt: Topshop, cardigan: Joe Fresh, oxfords: Kimchi Blue, necklace: homemade, sunglasses: Oliver Peoples.

Lately I've been playing around with the concept of mixing an athletic or casual top with a dressier, feminine skirt to create new looks with the pieces that are already in my closet. I had fun creating a casual look with this ultra feminine skirt and I love the how its style contrasts with the crewneck t-shirt.

Starting this blog has inspired me to 'shop my closet' more often and mix and match pieces that I never would have thought would work together. Thank you to all of the fabulous bloggers out there who are a constant inspiration to me!

At First Blush

Blouse: Topshop, camisole: Gap, skinny pants: Joe Fresh, clogs: Prima (Topshop), necklace: Forever 21, headband: Target, sunglasses: RayBan, belt: Danier.

I'm loving this new blouse from Topshop. From skirts to wide leg jeans to skinny pants, it goes with everything. I love how it's super feminine and comfortable at the same time. It also fits with my goal of incorporating neutrals and solid colours into my wardrobe. I can't wait to pair it with my green skinny cargo pants.

A Little Dijon

Tunic dress: Joe Fresh, tights: Topshop, motorcycle jacket: Danier, platforms: Seychelles (thrifted), necklace: ? (old), sunglasses: Oliver Peoples.

Here is my first venture into mustard tights territory. I have had these tights in my closet for quite some time now but wasn't quite sure what to wear them with. I knew that black was a definite no unless I wanted to dress as a bumblebee for Hallowe'en, so I finally settled on pairing them with this blue and white patterned tunic dress. It worked out perfectly because it gave me the opportunity to transition this thin, summer dress into a new outfit for fall by pairing it with opaque tights and a leather jacket. I think mustard tights would look great with a hunter green or wine coloured dress, which might be my excuse to shop online this weekend!

Skeletons in my Closet

Denim leggings: Denimocracy: t-shirt: Alternative Apparel, sneakers: Lacoste, cardigan: Topshop, necklace: Forever 21, sunglasses: Oliver Peoples, belt: Danier.

I happened to be shopping with my mom when I purchased these jeans earlier this year. She didn't feel the same way about them that I did and she told me they were 'skeleton pants'. Her dislike for them didn't bother me; I bought them anyway because they are super comfortable and fun. On this occasion I paired them with my new fisherman cardigan, pink Lacoste sneakers, and a peacock necklace from Forever 21. It's a bit of a random outfit, but I think it's all part of the fun of experimenting with personal style!

Coral Crush

Top: Michael Kors, skirt: Topshop, blazer: Silence and Noise, tights: Hue, wedges: Steve Madden, necklace: Forever 21, sunglasses: Oliver Peoples.

When I first laid eye on these coral tights, I wasn't sure if I was brave enough to wear a pair of tights in such a vibrant colour. I decided to give them a try and see if I could pull them off. I paired them with an otherwise monocromatic outfit and they provided a fun pop of colour. Next up: mustard coloured tights!