Power Couple :: sweatshirt + pencil skirt

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Introducing your new hero combination: a graphic sweatshirt coupled with a structured pencil skirt. This casually cool meets business sophistication style is officially a power couple for the books. 
A graphic sweatshirt is fun and makes a statement. I love how bold this one is. The pop art vibe gives my look a playful spirit. 
No true power couple is complete without a ring (or five). Jewelry layering is the icing on the cake. 
While I'm itching to wear sandals that show off my recent pedi, I have to be practical because, alas, it's not quite warm enough to be showing a lot of skin. I decided to pair these peep toe heels with black socks for an effortless modern feel. I know my dad would be happy to hear that sandals and socks are actually fashionable now. 
All of these photos were taken on Elon University's campus. I just love my school and I'm so happy spring is on its way! 
Adding a beanie to this look was my finishing touch. I thought it pulled these contrasting elements together perfectly - not to mention it kept my ears warm! 
 Speaking of power couples...my boyfriend of four years spent the last 16 days visiting me at school and he joined me for a few photos. Sadly he left on Sunday to return back to his own school 1,000 miles away, but as always we had some amazing adventures together during his lengthy stay. 
This is our serious model pose - power couple in action right here. 
This is my favorite photo of all! ...And yes, we are genuinely laughing here :) 
 
Photos by Brooke Faison 
[sweatshirt: Phillip Lim for Target, skirt: Ann Taylor, hat: Nordstrom, heels: Zara, socks: Hue, necklace: Ann Taylor, watch: Marc Jacobs, leather bracelet: Michael Dawkins, spike bracelet: Stella & Dot]

So there you have it - two power couples for the price of one. But on a serious style note, adding a pencil skirt to your weekend wardrobe creates a modern off-duty switch-up that's perfect for springtime. Pair your most professional option with a casual tee or sweatshirt and style it with a beanie and other laid-back accessories. It's a winning combination with a powerful impact. 
 SHOP ::


44 comments:

  1. Great look

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  2. I love these photos, you two are so cute together! I also am loving your street style outfit, very chic!

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  3. Nice sweater dear!!
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  4. Hi Kat, you are so beautiful
    Really love these photos
    Your style is amazing
    Kisses
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  5. You are so cute!! Love this quirky look. <3 Look forward to seeing more looks!

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  6. this post! so cute. =) and you two are a cute couple!
    xo,
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  7. I have that sweater and now I think I need to get a black pencil skirt so I can copy this look! Love it! You and your man are such a cute couple!

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  8. You’re such a beauty! Lovely, as always!
    xoxo, Vanessa
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  9. You and your man are so cute together, power couple indeed.

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  10. your lip color matches the boom lettering shade!! you and your boyfriend are so cute together! :D

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  11. I love your funky pairing of uptight pencil skirt with the fun sweatshirt! plus, how cute are you guys????
    Seriously, gorgeous couple alert!:)

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  12. So beautiful. Great pairing
    That sweatshirt stunning
    Kisses

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  13. You two look so awesome! Gorgeous couple!
    Amazing outfit! Pop art really makes a statement! :)
    xx

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  14. This is such a fun way to style a sweatshirt...you two look so cute together!

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  15. You two look so cute together <3
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  16. LOVE that sweater - I tried to get my hands on it when the collection came out but nope. You look great!

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  17. You both look so cute! I love your necklace.
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  18. wow...amazing sweater :)

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  19. O. M. G!! You guys are sooo cute!! And LOVE that watch!

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  20. I like the way sandals and socks look together too:) You look stylish, the outfit is creative and really sharp.
    Such a great post turned out, it's positive and romantic a bit, I enjoyed it very much:D

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  21. That's such a cute sweatshirt!! Love the print so much, you look fantastic with the outft :) Awww that's such adorable couple photos, really sweet!

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  22. Such a cute couple!!! :) Love these photos, and love your sweatshirt! <3

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  23. Nice skirt and necklace :) M&MFASHIONBITES mmfashionbites.blogspot.gr

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  24. Loving this look Kathleeen! You offered such good tips for ways to transition your pencil skirts into weekend wear, that I never even thought of. And your pictures are absolutely stunning, loving the red lip!

    xoxo Nicole

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  25. You are a lovely couple!!!!
    And your outfit is amazing: great combo pencil skirt + sweater!!!
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  26. What a fun sweatshirt! And also so fun to meet your boyfriend. Awesome that you all have been together for so long and are now doing long distance. My husband have a very similar story, so I know how hard it can be. It's worth it though!

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  27. Such a cute couple! I love how you styled the sweater with the black pencil skirt. Pretty awesome Kathleen! x


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  28. I love this sweatshirt!! You styled it great!!

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  29. oh my gosh, i have that sweatshirt but i dont know where it is!!

    xo,
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  30. oh wow, such great outfit :-) looks good on you

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  31. So cute! Loved seeing you with your boyfriend too!

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  32. Awwww so cute couple! They look so good together both have great style. Happy weekend hun.

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  33. Loving the Zara heels!+you two are so cute! :) Love it x
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  34. YOU GUYS BOTH LOOK ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!
    Love your fashion idea and also pictures of you as a couple. You guys rock!!

    I hope you have a wonderful weekend! ♥
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  35. Love this makeup on you. Nice outfit. xx
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  36. Absolutely loving your top! The top look so cool~ and both of you look good together (: x

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