Sunday, October 23, 2011
Pink Punch- via Polyvore!
By way of Pinterest, I've discovered a new fashion site I adore: Polyvore! (I didn't mean for that to rhyme!) You can create magazine-style layouts of head-to-toe looks tailored perfectly for your style. There are hundreds of pre-loaded apparel, shoes & accessory styles pre-loaded so you can play with it however it pleases you! It is a great way to play with some new looks and experiment just for funsies, or to help streamline your next shopping trip! Now if only I could get my wardrobe to have as many easy choices as this site!
The great thing is, it tells you where to buy each of these items and how much it costs, so once you find the look you love, you can easily buy and make the look come to life. Unfortunately, unless you're a Kardashian or your budget is limitless, most of the choices on this site are pretty pricey. Therefore, I put together a look for myself that I call "Pink Punch" and decided to shop in my budget to find similar pieces that fit the bill, both fashionably and monetarily.
The great thing is, it tells you where to buy each of these items and how much it costs, so once you find the look you love, you can easily buy and make the look come to life. Unfortunately, unless you're a Kardashian or your budget is limitless, most of the choices on this site are pretty pricey. Therefore, I put together a look for myself that I call "Pink Punch" and decided to shop in my budget to find similar pieces that fit the bill, both fashionably and monetarily.
With shoes from Alexander McQueen and a bag from Miu Miu, this total look would cost over $4,000!
Here's how I do it for less:
Mixit® 14 Piece Gold Assorted Bangles$14 www.jcpenney.com |
Merona® Water Repellent Long Trench Coat
$50
www.target.com
Mojo Moxy Women's Thriller Ankle Boot
$50
www.endless.com
AnM Rosette Womens Tank
$20
www.tillys.com
Old Navy Slim Flare Jeans
$29
www.oldnavy.com
Endless Bag
$54
francescascollections.com
Glittering Filagree Teardrop Earrings
$20
www.nyandcompany.com
And that's how I get almost the same look for a mere $237!
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Drools!
You all know how I love modcloth.com, haven for vintage and vintage-looking apparel. Their styles are so fun and funky, glamorous and just plain adorable.
Currently, I'm drooling over this skirt:
If you had this skirt in your wardrobe, what would YOU pair it with?
Currently, I'm drooling over this skirt:
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| Image courtesy modcloth.com |
Friday, April 22, 2011
Happy Spring... a little late perhaps?
Spring has sprung and is well underway, though it's still snowing and gloomy in some parts of the country. There's nothing like some new spring clothes in a fresh color palette to chase away the storm clouds that spring often brings, though, right?
Here's a run-down of the color trends to stock up on this season!
Neutrals
Blush, nude and ivory are the perfect pairing for some of the brighter colors in the palette. Try a pair of nude shoes or an ivory sundress. The great thing about this trend is it goes with every other trend this spring!
Nautical
Navy, White and Red combined in stripes and dots, evoking a feeling of being on the high seas (as opposed to Americana)
Images courtesy Forever 21
Military
Olives and earth tones continue to be strong; this trend has been around so long, it's becoming a classic!
Hues of Blue
Blue is a rich color, no matter which shade you choose. From tropical, watery blues to bold and classy cobalt, you can't go wrong!
Chambray
I've been seeing a lot of this soft-handed light wash denim fabric in everything from shirts to skirts. Make your look casual and relaxed with this blast from the past!
Bright white
The world seems a little dim in the current climate of economic strife, political unrest and wars waging around the world. Lighten your load and feel refreshed in the brightest whites you can get your hands on!
Organic/Floral
Floral prints as well as solids in colors reminiscent of your favorite blooms are richly brilliant this spring. Think honeysuckle, peony, pea pod, coral and lavender. Also fitting for this trend are yellows as bright as the sun!
Here's a run-down of the color trends to stock up on this season!
Neutrals
Blush, nude and ivory are the perfect pairing for some of the brighter colors in the palette. Try a pair of nude shoes or an ivory sundress. The great thing about this trend is it goes with every other trend this spring!
Images courtesy Banana Republic
Nautical
Navy, White and Red combined in stripes and dots, evoking a feeling of being on the high seas (as opposed to Americana)
Images courtesy Forever 21
Military
Olives and earth tones continue to be strong; this trend has been around so long, it's becoming a classic!
Images courtesy J. Crew & Banana Republic
Hues of Blue
Blue is a rich color, no matter which shade you choose. From tropical, watery blues to bold and classy cobalt, you can't go wrong!
Image courtesy Express and New York & Company
Chambray
I've been seeing a lot of this soft-handed light wash denim fabric in everything from shirts to skirts. Make your look casual and relaxed with this blast from the past!
Images courtesy J. Crew
Bright white
The world seems a little dim in the current climate of economic strife, political unrest and wars waging around the world. Lighten your load and feel refreshed in the brightest whites you can get your hands on!
Images courtesy Express
Organic/Floral
Floral prints as well as solids in colors reminiscent of your favorite blooms are richly brilliant this spring. Think honeysuckle, peony, pea pod, coral and lavender. Also fitting for this trend are yellows as bright as the sun!
Images courtesy Banana Republic and WHBM
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Rainboots
I somehow feel like I've missed the boat on a latest trend I saw in full force at the mall this weekend. Rainboots as everyday footwear? I have definitely seen rainboots in the stores and in magazines, and I adore the cute patterns and fun colors. But I guess I didn't know people were wearing them all the time, as opposed to just for the functional purpose of keeping their tootsies dry. Maybe this is just a suburban trend to wear them at the mall, but it does remind me of the Ugg trend.
Have you seen this trend? Do you have a pair of rainboots? Do tell!
Have you seen this trend? Do you have a pair of rainboots? Do tell!
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Closet Overhaul Challenge: the recap!
So it's been several weeks since I finished my closet challenge of wearing everything in my closet. I got through 10 weeks, and this was of course skipping weekend attire, out-of-season items and special occasion attire. I did quite a bit of "fashion soul" searching and am ready to present my conclusions!
Fashion lessons learned:
1.) I decided that I don't want to have things and my closet that are "just ok" or don't make me feel fantastic. If I have outfits that make me feel awesome when I wear them, why isn't that my every day attire? Why even own something if you don't love it and feel fantastic when you wear it? Therefore, I got rid of things that did not fit this qualification.
2.) I am phasing out of "cheap" things. Granted, there are some items that are "fast fashion" as we say in the biz* that can be bought cheaply, because once the lesser quality starts to show on the garment (i.e. frayed seams, shrinkage, fabric looking dull), the item is most likely going out of style anyway. I will invest in good quality items for more classic or longer-lasting fashion items (i.e. pants, skirts, dresses, classic tops, etc.)
*fast fashion=items that are super trendy- borderline faddish- that are only going to last a season or two before getting rid of it. In the retail world, it's something we buy with a very short lead time (it is designed, manufactured and shipped to the selling floor very quickly), it sells out in a few short weeks, and then we clearance out whatever is left.
3.) I will only shop with a purpose. So much of my wardrobe has been acquired when I impulse buy, or buy without trying on, or because it's on sale, or any number of poor reasons to buy an item. The result of purchasing fashion in this manner is you then get a mish-mash assortment of clothes that really don't blend well together, or you end up with too many of one particular item or color in your wardrobe (ex: I have a lot of neutral colors in my wardrobe, mostly black and brown, with NO red, some pink and purple, but very little blue and green). From now on, I am keeping a list of things that I know my wardrobe needs so when I shop I know I can look for those certain items. This prevents me from impulse buying and assures that when I buy something, I already know there is a need for it in my closet.
Based on my experience and lessons learned, I'm getting rid of the following (keeping in mind there might not necessarily be anything WRONG with these items, they just don't make me feel fantastic!). If you feel that I need to keep something I've opted to get rid of, please plead your case. I haven't made the trip to goodwill yet!
These, along with a few other items that I didn't wear during the challenge, are going in my post- and early-pregnancy storage box:
These are straight up going to Goodwill:
I also have a big box of sweaters that I never even cracked open. I think I'm going to get rid of these without even trying them again. I haven't worn them in the 5 years I've lived in Dallas, so I'm pretty sure I won't wear them again.
The following are on my list of "things to buy" (notice I didn't say "things I need" as I am careful to use the N word!):
1. Well-fitting pants in any color
2. Khakis (better fit!)
3. Khaki-colored patterned pants (like a subtle plaid or pinstripe)
4. More black shoe options
5. Anything red
6. Button front fitted cardigan in neutral
7. Button front fitted cardigan in a print (i.e. floral). This can be cheap since it's faddish
8. Classic, crisp white button up
9. Sweater dress
I hope you all enjoyed my fashion journey, and I encourage you to do one of your own! As we all strive for fashion maturation, we must go through a time of reflection, assessment, mourning (for all those sentimental things we've never been able to get rid of!) and acceptance in order to reach our style zenith! Therefore, go forth and be fashionable!!
Fashion lessons learned:
1.) I decided that I don't want to have things and my closet that are "just ok" or don't make me feel fantastic. If I have outfits that make me feel awesome when I wear them, why isn't that my every day attire? Why even own something if you don't love it and feel fantastic when you wear it? Therefore, I got rid of things that did not fit this qualification.
2.) I am phasing out of "cheap" things. Granted, there are some items that are "fast fashion" as we say in the biz* that can be bought cheaply, because once the lesser quality starts to show on the garment (i.e. frayed seams, shrinkage, fabric looking dull), the item is most likely going out of style anyway. I will invest in good quality items for more classic or longer-lasting fashion items (i.e. pants, skirts, dresses, classic tops, etc.)
*fast fashion=items that are super trendy- borderline faddish- that are only going to last a season or two before getting rid of it. In the retail world, it's something we buy with a very short lead time (it is designed, manufactured and shipped to the selling floor very quickly), it sells out in a few short weeks, and then we clearance out whatever is left.
3.) I will only shop with a purpose. So much of my wardrobe has been acquired when I impulse buy, or buy without trying on, or because it's on sale, or any number of poor reasons to buy an item. The result of purchasing fashion in this manner is you then get a mish-mash assortment of clothes that really don't blend well together, or you end up with too many of one particular item or color in your wardrobe (ex: I have a lot of neutral colors in my wardrobe, mostly black and brown, with NO red, some pink and purple, but very little blue and green). From now on, I am keeping a list of things that I know my wardrobe needs so when I shop I know I can look for those certain items. This prevents me from impulse buying and assures that when I buy something, I already know there is a need for it in my closet.
Based on my experience and lessons learned, I'm getting rid of the following (keeping in mind there might not necessarily be anything WRONG with these items, they just don't make me feel fantastic!). If you feel that I need to keep something I've opted to get rid of, please plead your case. I haven't made the trip to goodwill yet!
These, along with a few other items that I didn't wear during the challenge, are going in my post- and early-pregnancy storage box:
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| (top only) |
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| (top only) |
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| top only |
These are straight up going to Goodwill:
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| Brown shirt & pants |
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| top only |
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| top only |
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| top only |
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| top only. This was a good pic because I took 3-4 to get it right. It normally doesn't look this flattering on me. |
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| Skirt. I've had it a while and I'm just not feelin' it |
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| top and skirt. Had these both a long time, it's time to let them go. Tee is too short anyway. |
The following are on my list of "things to buy" (notice I didn't say "things I need" as I am careful to use the N word!):
1. Well-fitting pants in any color
2. Khakis (better fit!)
3. Khaki-colored patterned pants (like a subtle plaid or pinstripe)
4. More black shoe options
5. Anything red
6. Button front fitted cardigan in neutral
7. Button front fitted cardigan in a print (i.e. floral). This can be cheap since it's faddish
8. Classic, crisp white button up
9. Sweater dress
I hope you all enjoyed my fashion journey, and I encourage you to do one of your own! As we all strive for fashion maturation, we must go through a time of reflection, assessment, mourning (for all those sentimental things we've never been able to get rid of!) and acceptance in order to reach our style zenith! Therefore, go forth and be fashionable!!
Sunday, November 21, 2010
COC Week 10
Ok, so I had a bit of a melt down on Monday of week 10. I had about 5 outfits put together and hung in the closet, ready to just be put on each day without thought. However, I went through almost all of them and immediately tore them back off. Nothing was looking good on me, and maybe I was just having a bad day, maybe I didn't ensemble them well... I don't know. All I know is that I was really scraping the bottom of the barrel this week, getting through the last contents of my closet. The main issue was with skirts where I wore hosiery. The hosiery would dig into my abdomen, making it look like I was wearing an inner tube around my waist and giving me an extra roll or two. Ugh... it was awful. On Monday I ended up throwing on this outfit last minute so I can't say it was well thought out:
Monday, Nov. 8th
Simple black polo, from Target and gray pinstripe pants that you've seen before, from NY&Co. Wearing this with my cobalt blue heels :) Don't be fooled by this flattering picture. This polo is too short, and I should've layered it or something, but you know, I was rushed and "whatever." I'll probably save this, because everyone needs a good basic polo in their wardrobe, but this probably won't be something I wear often.
Tuesday, Nov. 9th
Wore jeans today because we had a fun team event at work today. This simple green crew-neck sweater is from Ann Taylor Loft and the necklace is from JCP.
Wednesday, Nov. 10th
Ok, this somewhat displays the issue I was having with how my skirts were fitting. I didn't wear hosiery today, though I had initially planned to wear with nude fishnets. I know the problem is me and not my clothes, but obviously I think you can and should dress for your body to make things flattering. This skirt needs to be tailored because it's too big and hangs really low on my hips. Tee with clear sequins from Old Navy, layered with wine colored cami from JCP (I love the Worthington basic lace-trimmed camis. They come in a zillion colors, are really comfortable and also flattering. I own 4.). The brown skirt has black scallop detail and is a wrap style with pockets. It's by Diane Von Furstenberg.
Thursday, Nov. 11th
(Josh told me to do a "sexy" pose, haha. Just changin' things up!) I actually think this outfit is head-to-toe Old Navy. Brown and cream print skirt with pink trim is paired with a long brown cami (it has gold sequin details on the straps, which you can't see in the pictures) topped with a denim jacket. I'm wearing this with strappy snakeskin heels, and again no hosiery, for aforementioned reasons.
Friday, Nov. 12th
This is a fairly flattering picture, but I know that this top often is not flattering on my stomach. For this reason I've decided to put it in the "early and post-partum" pile. It's cute and I still like it, which is why I'm not getting rid of it entirely. I do like to wear it on days when I'm feeling fat. (I know this seems contradictory, but it's loose on my stomach yet the elastic band around the waistline sometimes pinches tight enough that it accentuates my belly). I've had it for a while, and therefore can't remember where it came from. The gray tank underneath is newish and from Old Navy. Worn with jeans from The Limited and my green wedges from JCP.
Simple black polo, from Target and gray pinstripe pants that you've seen before, from NY&Co. Wearing this with my cobalt blue heels :) Don't be fooled by this flattering picture. This polo is too short, and I should've layered it or something, but you know, I was rushed and "whatever." I'll probably save this, because everyone needs a good basic polo in their wardrobe, but this probably won't be something I wear often.
Tuesday, Nov. 9th
Wore jeans today because we had a fun team event at work today. This simple green crew-neck sweater is from Ann Taylor Loft and the necklace is from JCP.
Wednesday, Nov. 10th
(Josh told me to do a "sexy" pose, haha. Just changin' things up!) I actually think this outfit is head-to-toe Old Navy. Brown and cream print skirt with pink trim is paired with a long brown cami (it has gold sequin details on the straps, which you can't see in the pictures) topped with a denim jacket. I'm wearing this with strappy snakeskin heels, and again no hosiery, for aforementioned reasons.
This is a fairly flattering picture, but I know that this top often is not flattering on my stomach. For this reason I've decided to put it in the "early and post-partum" pile. It's cute and I still like it, which is why I'm not getting rid of it entirely. I do like to wear it on days when I'm feeling fat. (I know this seems contradictory, but it's loose on my stomach yet the elastic band around the waistline sometimes pinches tight enough that it accentuates my belly). I've had it for a while, and therefore can't remember where it came from. The gray tank underneath is newish and from Old Navy. Worn with jeans from The Limited and my green wedges from JCP.
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