The outfit photo that wasn't supposed to happen - at least that's what I had planned when I woke up at 5am last Thursday. Somehow, as the madness of the day evolved, I decided that my office party was a story that needed to be told. Guessing games were played, mock movie posters hung and FAQs were sent to everyone in the company surrounding our out of office adventure. People asked was there a dress code? Could I wear a ball gown? Were sequins appropriate? The response was to dress casually, because you'll be eating with your hands.

That's right, folks. My office decided that taking 250 people to New Jersey on 5 buses to Medieval Times was the best idea. After surviving two hours of traffic/tunnel confusion, packing my own plastic silverware into my purse and getting into the spirit of things, I'm inclined to agree. When your knight is the one who wins the battle (and really enjoys flirting with the audience), somehow everything comes full circle.

Outfit details:

Faux fur collar: H&M (last season, but the current season ones are great, too!)

Necklace: Adia Kibur

Striped tee: Old Navy (no longer available, but similar here)

Boyfriend blazer: Torrid (no longer available, but similar here)

Sequin skirt: Avenue (no longer available, but similar here)

Black leggings: Teggings from Re/Dress

Grey leather sneakers: Converse (no longer available, but make your own here)

Black watch: Swatch New Gent

Bracelets: Rich Rocks, Forever 21, Bauble Bar (get a closer look here)

Scarf (on handbag): Alexander McQueen

Handbag: Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Bag (color no longer available, style here)

Last week my darling friend (who you might know as @Bergdorfs) asked me to help with a fun new contest that they launched on Monday, Faces of 5F. Firstly, if you haven't ever had the chance of visit Bergdorf Goodman (or 5F), please do so now. If you happen to be a 5F lover, like myself, then you'll definitely want to enter the Faces of 5F contest. The $1,000 gift card is a good enough reason to enter - be honest. We both know you could spend that in 0.5 seconds.

The photo above was taken as a sample contest entry. Entering is super easy - upload two photos of yourself, one is a headshot and the other is a full body, both against a white backdrop. This "white" building was the best that I could find while rushing on my way to the Met. Then you fill out a handy little questionnaire and encourage your friends to vote. Super easy. If you win, be sure to share 10% with me as a finder's fee, k? :)

As I mentioned, on this particular day (which also happened to be my actual birthday), my mom and I raced off to the Met to finally see the McQueen exhibit. It was everything that everyone has said and 100x more. Hault yourself to NYC immediately (or before August 7th) so you don't miss out.

Outfit details:

Sunglasses: Tom Ford

Necklaces: @StyleIT Twittabling, Swarovski pendant (birthday gift from the amazing Yuli Z)

V neck tee: Old Navy

Pleatex maxi skirt: Evans

Silver bracelets: Forever 21 (no longer available)

Pointy toe flats: Nine West

Black & white handbag: Rebecca Minkoff (sample, never produced)

Scarf: McQueen, naturally (print no longer available)