closet encounter

I just couldn't figure out what to wear today. I feel that way when I don't make presentations at work, but we were bringing someone in for an interview. I wanted to be relaxed but still somewhat professional. This outfit too forever for me to assemble. I got this double-knit red A line polyester skirt (it's true, I do wear petroleum sometimes) a thrift store in Minneapolis years ago, and I love the buttons, but I have difficulty matching it.
I initially just wore the grey sweater (it's actually a sweater dress, but I don't wear it alone on cold days), but I thought I need to break up the colors more. I added this somewhat awkward obi (the color isn't quite black) and the eternity scarf and I felt more satisfied.
This is a picture of me at the end of the day.

Circle Scarf: American Apparel ($35?)
Shoes: Me Too ($50)
Tights: Target (footless), $5,
Skirt, Thifted, $7
Grey Sweater Dress: Uniqlo, $29
Obi belt: Etsy, $12