Wednesday's Wardrobe: Timeless

Is there anything more timeless than black and white together? I've been working on my fitness (spinning!) on Tuesday mornings so I'm short on time before work.  For me, putting black and white pieces together is a way to keep my look timeless when my time is limited.

This is my magical maxi dress.  It makes me feel much taller and slightly skinnier than I am.  It has an adorable crocheted back that I had to cover up for the office (you can see it here) but the knotted white dress shirt is almost as cute.  I attempted red lipstick but I obviously still need some work with it.

Scarf - Nordstrom Rack, Shirt - Old Navy, Dress - Marshall's,  Shoes - Target,  Bracelets - Target/Ann Taylor Loft/Gift, Lipstick - MAC Russian Red

The only thing that makes black and white more timeless is a few pleats! This shirt is a warm weather favorite,  matched with my new pleated skirt it was pleat-iful!  I added some patent peep toes, a hot pink belt and a pretty pleated headband to round out the look.

Headband - Nordstrom, Shirt - Filene's Basement, Skirt - Vince Camuto, Belt - Anne Klein, Shoes - Cole Haan, Bracelet/Earrings - Gifts

How do you maintain your timeless look on limited time?  Do you reach for a simple dress, basic trousers and a cardigan or a fun skirt/shirt combo?  I'd love to know!