January 26, 2024

Pencil Skirt Pajama Party

Today’s look is all about business on the bottom, (pajama) party up top.

I’ve been singing the praises of the pencil skirt for as long as I can remember (even back when I lived in Chicago), and with good reason.

With the right style, fit and function, you can convince almost anyone that you’re dressed up for a work-oriented occasion — even if you’re still wishing for the weekend.

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Let me tell you: Acing this sartorial strategy is veeery effective — especially on a Monday. It’s easy, really, and it all comes down having the right skirt.

I was browsing Shopbop sometime last year when I came across a then new-to-me brand, called J.O.A. They’re LA-based and built on fun, easy-to-wear styles.

J.O.A’s pieces are really unique yet easy-to-wear (like the skirt I’m rocking today), but what I like most about the brand is that nearly everything is priced under $100. Ah-mazing!

It’s a beautiful thing when you, your closet and your wallet can all agree, isn’t it?

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I just added a few of my favorite finds from the brand (including this laser-cut style) to the ‘Shop’ portion of the site, which you can browse here.

… And on that note, I think I’ll grab another coffee — to avoid going down the retail rabbit hole.

Until lunch, at least.

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*In this post:

Pencil skirt: JOA (sold out; obsessed with this version)
Cable-knit sweater: Calypso St. Barth(similar here and here)
Bib necklace: BaubleBar ‘Courtney’ necklace
Lucite handbag: Alexander Wang (similar here)
Pumps: Loeffler Randall (similar here)

*Click to shop: JOA clothing | Pullover sweaters
Statement Necklaces | this post (below):

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27 comments

  3. I’ve been sourcing JOA for so many of my styling clients! Some of their pieces just look so much more expensive than the price tag… which is in my opinion, styling GOLD. Just a note for you & your readers, I have found some of the sizing to run a little on the smaller side, so if you’re in between two sizes, definitely size up!

    Those shoes, though… I’m in love.

    Lookin’ fab, Hallie.

    XO, Stella
    http://www.theheartsdlite.com

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  6. Have you lost a lot of weight? I’m an avid reader and you always look amazing, but in these pics you are killing it!! Skinny mini for sure. I need your routine asap :)!!

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  9. Love this look! The femininity of the skirt just makes the whole outfit for me. And that sweater is so cozy- I would just want to lay in bed.

    Heather | Style Prescription

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  10. Looove how you styled this whole look! The sweater, the necklaces, the skirt… obsessed. This is why you’re one of my favorite bloggers! Keep it comin!

    xx L @ weheartbeauty.com

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  15. Wow, I love how feminine and lacy the bottom of your pencil skirt is. So much more interesting than the typical corporate one! Lately I’ve been getting into big, glam jewelry as well. Love how you pulled that necklace off :)

    Cat
    http://oddlylovely.com

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