May-jah Friday ('80s as inspiration edition)

With all the recent contention as to how worthwhile a contribution stereotypical '80s style has made to the current fashion landscape, I thought it only appropriate to dedicate today's May-jah Friday to the ten years that, in my opinion, yielded the most indulgently enjoyable music, movies and television.

And some of the most fun albeit not so universally flattering color schemes and cuts.

Inspired by one of my favorite songs, one of my all-time favorite cinematic scenes (those shoulders!) and one of my favorite groups of gorgeous cartoon sass-kittens, here is veritable proof, like it or not, that the 1980s are still very much with us.

Enjoy.

"Missing you" (John Waite)

Boyfriend blazer by Elizabeth & James
($395 at saks.com)

Rolled collar blouse by Cynthia Rowley
($275 at shopbop.com)Sleek jean by Rich & Skinny
($160 at ronherman.com)Daran peep-toe pump by L.A.M.B.
($335 at eluxury.com)

"Flashdance" (Jennifer Beals' best moment)

Bib-front top with bow by 3.1 Phillip Lim
(£245 at brownsfashion.com)
Pencil skirt by Teri Jon
($180 at nordstrom.com)'Wink & Whisper' seamed fishnets by Victoria's Secret
($15 at victoriassecret.com)
'Corta' patent pump by Christian Louboutin
($675 at saks.com)

"Truly Outrageous" (Jem & The Misfits)*

Fashion star earrings
($4.99 at shopintuition.com)Convertible tunic by Shelly Steffe
($144 at shopbop.com)

Lamé leggings by American Apparel
($40 at americanapparel.net)

Tri-color stiletto by Alessandro Dell'Acqua
($585 at shopbop.com)

*while running into someone in DC wearing this get-up would surely give me the giddies, the answer is a resounding no, I, myself, would not wear any of its components, save for those delicious Dell'Acquas.
**this marks my 1,750th post - I sincerely thank all of you for your continued readership and er, colorful commenting!

May-jah Friday (poshin' it up for the 'Rambo' premiere)

You're pre-Rambo-ing with an upscale dinner at 6:30, which means you only have 30 minutes at home to walk the pup and transition your eye makeup from office-appropriate to evening. Instead of changing your entire outfit (and risk being late again), why not try saving time by blending a few of your work separates with a few 'going out' accents?

And remember, the more you dress up during the day, the quicker and easier this transition will be, affording you a few extra minutes to help find the little guy just the right movie for his fabulous Friday night.

Enjoy.

If I had a sugar daddy...

Nappa leather jacket by Alexander McQueen
$3,270 at net-a-porter.com

Silk knit top by Pringle of Scotland
$545 at bergdorfgoodman.com

‘Judy’ skirt by Julie Haus
$251 at shopbop.com

Cotton velvet tights by Wolford
£24 at wolfordboutiquelondon.com

'Rolando' platform pumps by Christian Louboutin
$610, in-store only

‘Nancy’ leather clutch by Chloé

$1,405 at net-a-porter.com

Since I don't (yet)

Zip front leather jacket by Halogen
$298 at nordstrom.com

‘Carrie’ silk blouse by Eurythmic
$108 at revolveclothing.com

Double-knit skirt by Vince

$92.50 at shopbop.com

Soft opaque tights by Pretty Polly
$9.75 at mytights.com

Round buckle Mary Jane stilettos
£30 at asos.com

Woven hinge wallet
$20 at urbanoutfitters.com

May-jah Friday (i.e., Poshin' up Casual Friday)

If I had a sugar daddy...

Rose-button coat by Andrew Gn
(£895 at brownsfashion.com)

‘Voyage’ satchel by Yves Saint Laurent
($1,716 at bluefly.com)

Cap-sleeve bow sweater by Peter Som
($655 at shopbop.com)

Pleated twill skirt by Doo.Ri
($595 at eluxury.com)

Cashmere tights by Maria La Rosa
(€119 at zenggi.com)

Minibout Zep 942 by Christian Louboutin
($760 at saks.com)

Since I don't (yet)

Pleated-shouldered belted coat by Nine West

($142 at macys.com)Turnlock doctor bag
($58 at urbanoutfitters.com)

‘Schoolgirl’ blouse by L.A.M.B.
($101.50 at shopbop.com)

Seamed pencil skirt by Barney's Signature

($109 at barneys.com)

Opaque tights by Frenchi
($10 at nordstrom.com)

‘Alias’ pump by Anne Klein
($158.99 at piperlime.com)

May-jah Friday (New Year's Eve dinner party edition)

If I had a sugar daddy...

1940s jacket by Louis Verdad

($334 at revolveclothing.com)

Low-V drop dress by Brian Reyes

($1,190 at shopbop.com)

'Sasha' minaudiere by Rafe

($395 at shoptwigs.com)

Streamline tights by Wolford

($52 at barneys.com)Platform pump by Jean-Michel Cazabat

($360.50 husshoes.com)

Since I don't (yet)

Velour 3/4-sleeve jacket by Juicy Couture
($93.90 at nordstrom.com)

'Audrey' silk dress by Abaete
($115.45 at saks.com)

Oversized retro frame clutch by Asos
(£18 at asos.com) Diamond opaque tights by Aristoc
($11.99 at tightsonline.com)

'Rinna' pumps by Oh Deer!
($130 at lorisshoes.com)

May-jah Friday (flying home for the holidays edition)

If I had a sugar daddy...

Parker bag by Marc Jacobs
($1,250 at eluxury.com)Fairlee box coat by Calvin Klein

($2,175 at net-a-porter.com)

Long printed croc scarf by Yves Saint Laurent
(£350 at brownsfashion.com)Oversized sweater by 12th St. by Cynthia Vincent*

($275 at basicboutique.com)

Nori jean by Anlo

($178 at shopbop.com)

Satin/patent platform pumps by Stella McCartney

($595 at intermixonline.com)

Since I don't (yet)

Astor Place leather tote by Liz Clairborne
($131.95 at zappos.com)

Melton walking coat by Calvin Klein

($179.60 at nordstrom.com)

Solid scarf with fringe by Wiz

($38 at southmoonunder.com)

Sheer jersey boatneck top by American Apparel

($24 at americanapparel.net)

Cashmere scoopneck sweater by Hayden

($119 at bluefly.com)

Juno straight jean by Denim for Immortality

($97 at revolveclothing.com)

Cassidy pump by Max Studio

$69.99 at smartbargains.com

*Though thoroughly impractical, I opted not to include a tee underneath this sweater, mainly because I didn't want to detract from its detailing (in addition to the pretty little bat-sleeves, check out the back here) but also because I ran out of time. Besides, when you're flying on a private jet, I hear you can turn the heat up as high as you like, so dressing inappropriately for the wintry Midwestern mix wouldn't be an issue. Okay, I've never actually heard that, but please don't tell me otherwise if you know from firsthand experience. Let me have a few dreams.

Happy holiday parties this weekend! Just remember, contrary to what the adorable David Venable tells you, petit fours and the 'nog do count. Nosh responsibly.