Scarf 101

Scarves have always been associated with the chic and sophisticated in my mind.  I love the look of scarves, but rarely wear them.  When I started this blog I knew one of my goals would be to figure out how to wear a scarf like a professional (is there such a thing- a professional scarf wearer? Sign me up!).  This is my first one of the season.  Don't tell anyone, but I cheated. This is an infinity scarf, so all I had to do was loop it around my neck a few times, and voila (see- French- chic and sophisticated already!)

Because you can't see the sequin on sequin very well, the blouse underneath is this one.   If you follow this blog you know that I have gone from no sequins in the daytime, to sequin blouse, to now sequin blouse and blazer together all in six weeks.  At this rate I may have to add sequined pants to the ensemble by New Year's!
Don't worry, I don't own sequined pants.  I do have a glittery skirt though...;)

Scarf: Kohl's
Blazer: American Eagle
Blouse: Loft
Pants: Loft
Watch: Tourneau, husband

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Matchy Matchy

Isn't this a great blazer?  When I bought it my dear friend Supriti suggested I remove the sequins.  And I remember thinking, why would I do that?  I do like the sequins, but even though they are much sparer than on my other blouse (here) these feel much more obvious.  I hesitated to wear it to work, but I figured I could take off the blazer when I got there.  Then a couple of coworkers complimented it, so it stayed on.
The necklace comes with a matching bracelet.  I bought the set for my mom, knowing full well she wouldn't like it and I would get to keep it!  Devious, I know.  But it is the only time I have pulled that trick.
Now we come to the shoes.  My recent closet cleanout also involved going through my shoes (even though they are in a different closet; talk about dedication!).  I've had these for a long time, ten years or so, and as you can see they are in great shape.  Mainly because I have barely worn them.  For some reason I feel the need to match part of my outfit to these shoes, and I draw a complete blank coming up with other possibilities.  Any suggestions?