Oh baby, baby

Oh, I didn't tell you? Yeah, I'm knocked alllll the way up! Baby Cotton is due in June and I just got around to taking pictures Week 20. There's a banana sized human cooking in there.

This is my go-to "I don't know what else to wear" outfit: affectionately referred to as Pregnant Ninja (all black) with either a statement jewelry or fur piece, or both.

Stay tuned for my picks on the best maternity pants and probably a lot of TMI...

Black Rivet faux fur infinity scarf (outstanding gift from Ellery!)

Old Navy shirt // H&M pants // Marc Fisher pumps

Hoodie to Work

H&M hoodie // J Crew shirt // Express pants // Zara shoes

Chihuahua Tank to Work

blazer and skirt: Merona // tank: H&M // sunglasses: LOFT // sandals: Rampage (similar)

Graphic Tee Tucked into a Pencil Skirt

Here's a SUPER simple way to update your work wardrobe: tuck a graphic tee into a pencil skirt and top with a jacket (mine is leather, yours could be a blazer). If you are testing the waters, start with pictures rather than words, and keep the rest of the outfit very conservative.

Red Turtleneck and Camo Vest

I'm posting this outfit on April Fool's Day because a style blogger in Uggs is a bit of a joke. Out of desperation for something to wear to/from Bar Method in the winter, I bought a pair of $14 purple faux-Uggs. I quickly wore those out - and it was definitely not because I was working out a lot! It pained me to spend real Ugg money on such ugly shoes, but I finally bit the bullet. AND NOW I CAN'T TAKE THEM OFF.  My black Uggs paired with Magic Pants is my official uniform until Spring. Sorry not sorry.

vest and necklace: Forever 21

sunglasses: Old Navy

turtleneck: Gap

pants: Nine West

boots: Uggs

Grunge for Work

This is a nod to grunge with a professional twist. Like I've said before, anything looks professional with a great black shift.

Dollhouse shirt // H&M shift // American Eagle tights // Mossimo boots

High Waist Trousers with Pin Dot Cami and Shoulder Bling

It was really hard to find similar items to link for this outfit because many of the pieces are really old. The pants are at least 6 years old from Zara, and the cami is at least 10 years old by Ralph Lauren. The cardigan is the most recent purchase - on sale from American Eagle a few months ago - but it's not on the website. Hopefully, you are being INSPIRED by my outfits and not coming here for specific shopping tips...

Black Shift with Buffalo Check and Glitter Boots

Another naked leg post from the pre-wedding archives. This H&M black shift has been a serious wardrobe workhorse! I feel like I can put ANYTHING with it and it still feels professional. Stay tuned for more looks incorporating tights...

Black Surplice Dress with Bright Plastic Necklace

This free dress has turned out to be quite useful! As has this crazy necklace that I almost didn't buy. These colors could have easily looked very summery, but the suede shoes and long sleeves place it firmly into the fall.

Tuxedo Day: A Lady Tuxedo Involving Tons of Rhinestones

My mister and one of his co-workers were working on a huge deal. They decided, if they closed said deal, they would celebrate by renting tuxedos and wearing them to dinner and the casino. Well, the deal went through and I was invited along for Tuxedo Day! At first, I was trying to decide which dress to wear, but then it dawned on me that I too should don a tuxedo. I just happen to have these Billy Blues rhinestone tuxedo pants hanging in my closet. I tried a few different white ruffly shirts before settling on this Forever 21 vest (with some modesty pinning going on near the cleavage!).

similar Vest // similar Pants // similar Earrings //

Arrow Bracelet // similar Rhinestone Bracelet // similar Shoes

Black Jacquard Shift with Classic Pearls and Pumps

Here's that perfect shift I bought and tailored just for this occasion. When planning out my looks, I tried to tart this one up with big jewelry, but Jill expertly insisted that I keep it simple with just a strand of pearls and classic pumps.

similar Dress (or try H&M stores)  // Shoes // similar Necklace

Black One Shoulder Cocktail Dress with Pink Glitter Shoes

This was the second look I changed into for the engagement shoot. Don't you feel like when you NEED a party dress, you can never find one!? I found this one randomly at Marshall's one summer, and just bought it for no specific reason. I ended up wearing it on at least 3 other occasions that I can think of. So that's been my new strategy. If I find a great party dress that I love (at a reasonable price!), I just buy it and save it for the next time I need one.

And how about these pink glitter shoes! These are what my best gay refers to as S&M shoes (Stand and Model). They are wildy uncomfortable, but too gorgeous to get rid of!

similar Dress // similar Shoes // similar Bracelet

All Wrapped Up: Black Wrap Dress with Coral and Turquoise

I won this LBD way back in March, from Tanja's giveaway on her blog Every Day In A Dress.  I took pictures shortly after I received it, and then promptly lost that SD card. Oops!

Thanks, Tanja! It's extremely comfortable, flattering, and wildly versatile. I could throw this bad boy on with flip flops to brunch, or I could even dress it up to wear to a wedding. Here, I summer-ized it with some beachy stones in bright colors.

Earrings old Forever 21 (similar, clips)

Dress H&M (similar, summer version)

Bracelet ? (similar)

Shoes Steve Madden (similar, similar)