Studs + Leather is always sexy. 

Returning to work after a long CNY break sure wasn't the nicest way to begin a new week, and Monday was exceptionally gloomy. And I really needed that little encouragement, so out came the tough pieces for an instant uplift of power.

I turned to my favorite leather pants because it snugs so perfectly, and threw on a loose fit blouse for a contrast of silhouette; a buttoned-up sleeve detail adds a slimming dimension, and gives the (too) big (for me) top a slimmer structure. Sleek pointed heels in a light shade completed this look with a subtle feminine touch.

This is easily one of my favorite ensembles in 2013 thus far. 

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