I've had this suit from Banana Republic for almost two years and I've never worn the two pieces together. The blazer and skirt might look familiar on their own - I've worn each on the blog quite a few times. But together? Never. At least not until I spotted this inspiration photo from Ann Taylor. I loved the idea of a monochromatic suit with a bit of sparkle to break things up. Add a dash of the python trend I'm digging right now (via shoes I've had for ages - proof that if you hold onto something long enough, it will come back in style!), and you have a great work look that can easily transition to night. Have you ever mixed suits and sequins?

Inspiration photo: Ann Taylor
Suit jacket: Banana Republic, $75
Suit skirt: Banana Republic, $40
Shirt: Arden B, really old
Necklace: My Stella & Dot website
Shoes: Boutique 9, $70


1. Express sequin-front tank, $39.90
2. Anne Klein taupe suit via Macy's, $153.99
3. Stella & Dot Jacqueline Necklace (via my Stylist website), $228