Top: Iris & Ink Striped Top ($60)

From Left, Necklace: Zara Crystal Bead Necklace ($36) // Belt: Coccinelle Belt ($49) // Bag: Minkoff Cupid Bag ($495) // Shoes: Aldo Zipfel Pump ($78) // Shirt: J.Crew Boy Shirt ($78) // Pants: Erika Cavallini Trousers ($177)

From Right, Sunglasses: Ray-Ban Square Aviator ($160) // Scarf: Botticca Lakshmi Scarf ($76) // Ring: Sticks & Stones Dome Ring ($32) // Bag: BR Presidio Hobo ($99) // Shoes: Converse Chuck Taylor ($50) // Jacket: Coach Motorcycle Jacket ($798) // Jeans: Citizen Avedon Jeans ($168)

For Casual Monday. I’ve received a number of e-mails from readers, who in an effort to stay warm this winter, would like more ideas for how to wear pants.  This outfit combines the ease of a striped shirt with a pair of fashion-conscious colored trousers.  I chose teal because I wanted the colors to come from the same family.  However, if you would like a different look, I would suggest burgundy, red or yellow.

Also, if you work in a casual office, this is an outfit that you could wear with colored denim.  I think it would look best with coral or mint jeans for spring.

As for the shirt, I chose a pale blue cotton button-up as an alternative to a more casual chambray shirt.  It feels a bit more grown-up to me.  You could also choose a printed shirt like this Modcloth navy shirt printed with bows or this plus-size Jones New York blouse in a navy and ivory print.

The accessories I chose start with a gray belt to be worn over the shirts at the natural waist.  I’d recommend styling it with a knotted or tied look.  I then added the Zara necklace Kate Middleton wore to a recent event, it’s back in stock after selling out.  I mean for it to be worn under the collar after the shirt is buttoned up.  I also like this less sparkly “party chain” necklace or this Janis Savitt necklace with teal stones.

Lastly, I chose a plum-colored bag to bring some more color into the mix.  For a less expensive bag, try this Pour la Victoire satchel with a vintage feel or this $65 Jessica Simpson satchel.

For the makeup, I would wear a pale purple eyeshadow (something ashy) and a berry-colored lip stain or gloss.  For the hair, I would wear it up in a soft, casual updo.

For the Weekend.  This leather jacket is phenomenal, but the price is equally eye-popping.  For just over-$100, I’d have a look at this Calvin Klein jacket.  I also like this cognac quilted mot0-jacket from Express.  Plus-size? Try this Michael Kors hooded jacket.  Petite? Try this tan Bernardo jacket.

I decided to add orange accents to this outfit in honor of my Broncos making it to the Super Bowl.  I chose a cream printed scarf with tones of navy and orange.  If you prefer something brighter, try this under-$25 Tasha scarf that comes in all the color of the rainbow.

As for accessories, I chose a dome ring to make a simple statement.  If this one isn’t suiting your fancy, how about this gold and tortoise Michael Kors ring or this under-$5 set of pyramid stack rings?

I thought a brown bag would look to matchy, so I selected this orange one from Banana Republic.  And for the shoes, I wanted a more casual alternative to ballet flats, so these Chuck Taylors were the perfect selection.  If you want something with laces, but aren’t crazy about these shoes, try a pair of Keds.

For the hair, I would wear it down, but you could also wear it in a bouncy ponytail.  For the makeup, I would choose a taupe eye shadow and a rose-colored blush.  If you want more pop, try painting your nails orange.