This is a compensated review
by BlogHer and Loft.

If you were to look into my closet, you would probably see a lot of black and gray. Their might be a few pops of color thrown in there to keep things a little interesting. Maybe I think it’s most flattering or maybe I’m just boring. But yes, that’s pretty much it.

A couple months ago I wrote about trying to incorporate a little more color and variety into my wardrobe. When I was given the opportunity to attend a shopping party at LOFT, I decided why not? Time to make good on that statement about being a little more adventurous with my clothing.

I’ve never shopped at LOFT before but upon first walking in they immediately had me hooked based on the colors palate alone. I’m a big fan of dark pinks and purples and they appear to be “in” right now. Talk about a good first impression.

I met a few of the team members while waiting for my stylist and photographer to get back from their break. Yes, I had a stylist and photographer for my visit to LOFT. Yes, they were AMAZING and yes, I was pretty awkward in front of the camera (but anyone who knows me would know that). But regardless of that, having someone bring you into a new store and pull looks for you was probably the most awesome experience ever. Especially when all the options were reasonably priced and super stylish!

So we pulled together three different looks: Perfect Party Outfit, Office-to-Party and Casual Holiday.

(left to right: office-to-party, holiday casual and perfect party)

First we have Office-to-Party. I loved the accessories we used in this outfit. We wrapped a sparkly, metallic necklace around my wrist a bunch of times and this fabulous studded and jeweled belt (you can’t see the belt too well in the photos so you’ll just have to trust me). The dress was great because it had pockets and well, who doesn’t love dresses with pockets?

Next up is Holiday Casual. I never have been much of a floral kind of girl but I loved this look. The top is super cute. I’m thinking I might have to go back and snatch it up. Also, that scarf. I loved the scarf. Other tips given that day- use the scarf as a headband or belt!

And finally, the Perfect Party Outfit. I lovelovelove the color of this dress. We paired it with some brown tights. Brown and fuchsia is totally something I never would have put together myself but it totally worked! And? It’s the perfect dress for a New Years Eve celebration.

In addition to meeting with a stylist, I was also given a $200 gift card. So with that and the rockin’ sale they had going on, I managed to score myself the fuchsia dress, tights, a pair of black booties I wore with a lot of the outfits I tried on, a cardigan and a top. A total shopping win. I’ll most definitely be back for a lot of the accessories I tried on and a few other pieces I seen in store.

I have a $200 gift card to loft for one lucky reader!

To enter, leave me a comment below and tell me what LOFT look (go check out the pretty things on the site and comment back!) works for you – or you may leave a link to your post on your own blog in the comments below.  The contest will begin at 12/10/2009 and will end 12/25/2009.  Make sure that the e-mail address you leave is correct.

Rules:

* No duplicate comments.
* You may receive an additional entry by linking on twitter and leaving a link in the comments.
* You may receive an additional entry by blogging about this contest and leaving a link in the comments.
* This giveaway is open to US Residents aged 18 and older
* Winners will be selected via random draw, and will notified by e-mail.
* You have 48 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected.
* Please see the official rules here: Official rules

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And oh look! A 20% off coupon for you to use at LOFT. Just in time for the holidays!