Happy Accidents

Dress c/o Banana Republic Canada, Twenty8Twelve leather jacket, Aldo booties,
Club Monaco clutch, watch c/o WatchCo, Persol sunnies c/o SmartBuyGlasses

One thing that is really special about being a blogger (aside from the amazing community, creative outlet and the opportunity to play dress-up whenever you’d like) is that you often have the opportunity to try something, whether it’s an experience or a piece of clothing, that you thought you’d like and end up being pleasantly surprised. 
Thanks to the wonderful people at the BR/Gap/Old Navy Canada PR team, I’m happy to learn that this Banana Republic business-apropos dress, which I’d normally have deemed too work-esque for my tastes, actually fits into my wardrobe quite seamlessly. I love the subtle pattern and texture of this winter-ready piece, while the unique warm tones in its grey colour palette completely fit in with all the purples and reds I’ve been loving this season! Definitely a nice little happy surprise to take into the weekend with me.
Speaking of which, this weekend I finally get to catch up with some blogger friends who I haven’t seen in ages! So excited. Any exciting plans for the weekend for yourself?
Happy Friday!!

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26 Comments

  1. 1.18.13
    kim bim said:

    your combo is awesome, lurv it.
    http://rock4less.blogspot.co.uk/

  2. 1.18.13
    Faith said:

    this outfit is perfection!

  3. 1.18.13

    Killer look! The softs with the leather jacket and the tribal scarf. I love it! I think that belt is my favorite belt of ever and I actually really like those heeled booties.

    Chao
    Poppie
    http://thepoppie.com

  4. 1.18.13
    KenzeLee said:

    I love that dress and how you were able to dress it down! Have a great weekend!

    X Kenzie

    http://www.CaveGirlintheCity.com

  5. 1.18.13

    The dress looks great on you, Alex! Wish I was in town to attend Lynn's gathering too… I'm sure you girls will have tons of fun!

    xo, alison*elle

  6. 1.18.13
    Cee said:

    Banana Republic is full of surprises, I've always found – I just really wish they would extend their petite selection, because sadly, your munchkin blogger friend is too little for their regular sizing 😉 You're looking fabulous as always, pally. So good to chat yesterday, looking forward to seeing you via skype again this weekend!
    xox,
    Cee

  7. 1.18.13

    This dress is really perfect with the leather jacket and that scarf. It's always nice when something you hadn't really considered ends up being a go-to, versatile item. You look gorgeous
    xJennaD

  8. 1.18.13
    Marisa said:

    Wow, this look is amazing! I love your casual, edgy twist on that dress, which could work just as well in a formal office environment. The touch of leopard in your clutch is perfect. Happy weekend!

    Marisa
    http://style-rhapsody.blogspot.com

  9. 1.18.13
    Kate said:

    The dress looks awesome on you, and so fun that it broadened your horizons! I really love the way you styled it!! It was soo fun getting the package of goodies from the amazing Gap PR team & I'll be hopefully be taking photos this weekend of my goods! 🙂 LOVE your clutch here, too! So cute!

  10. 1.18.13
    claude said:

    you look lovely, as always!:)
    love that location!

    xx Claude

  11. 1.18.13
    Minnie said:

    Nice shoes
    🙂
    have a nice weekend
    xoxo Minnie

  12. 1.18.13
    Well... said:

    These photos are stunning. Love the cute outfit and that leopard clutch!

    Trendy Teal

  13. 1.18.13
    Ramona said:

    I think everyone should enjoy and have fun with fashion dressing up everyday pushing and trying something different or just mixing and matching what is already in wardrobe, it's just make life more exciting and fun.
    Alexandra your new dress is chic and great staple piece in wardrobe. And it looks on you amazing. Love that you added leopard print clutch bag.

    xoxo Ra

  14. 1.18.13
    Kati said:

    Fashion should foremost be fun – at least, that's how I see it!

    -Kati

  15. 1.18.13
    Carmen said:

    Wow, great dress! You have amazing legs 🙂
    xx
    http://www.clothesandcamera.com

  16. 1.18.13

    Gorgeous pictures and of course gorgeous outfit!

    Shannon
    bigdreamsandexpensivetaste.blogspot.com

  17. 1.19.13
    Naomi said:

    This is really amazing!

    The Occasional Indulgence

  18. 1.19.13
    Kimberly said:

    Love the dress and the way you have it styled here to look modern vs. conservative – have a great weekend!

    http://www.pennypincherfashion.com

  19. 1.19.13

    You look gorgeous, your watch is so pretty!

    http://alittlebitunique.blogspot.co.uk/

    x

  20. 1.19.13

    This outfit is fantastic! I love the elements you've styled this dress with – the leopard clutch, leather jacket, bold lip color (which is gorgeous!), the scarf. Everything fits together perfectly.

    What lip color are you wearing?

    Candida
    http://www.merchmaven.com

  21. 1.19.13

    Trying new things is all part of the fun, right? That dress suits you very well and I like that you're outfit is all subdued colors!

    Have a great weekend!
    ~Sara

  22. 1.19.13
    Kacie said:

    Can I have your scarf collection?! You always have the best big scarves!

    http://www.kacieskloset.blogspot.com
    http://www.daisyraeboutique.com

  23. 1.19.13

    Love your dress! The pattern is awesome and you styled it so well – you look great!

    Kate xo petite-adventures.blogspot.ca

  24. 1.20.13
    jules said:

    great pics!

    xo julesinflats.com

  25. 1.20.13

    LOVE this outfit! definitely one of my favorites from you 🙂

    xoxo,
    Fashion Fractions

  26. 1.21.13

    that is a really cute dress! and i love how you styled it, made it look non worky and not frumpy of dowdy at all!

    xx jen
    http://www.jennyscribbles.com

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