Monday, October 28, 2013

Introducing coats

I have a big coat collection.  I figure, living in a state where I wear a coat 75% of the time, I should have some options.  I consider my coat to be a part of my outfit, but instead of drawing it here, I'll post a link to they type of coat that I wore.

Monday 
Similar earrings - My Sister's Closet
Similar blazer

Orange pants, glorious shirt from Dale's, blah blah blah.

Tuesday
Dress - Aviena
Similar blazer
Similar tights - Target
Boots
Similar earrings - Liz
Coat - Delia's

This dress came from my new favorite store in Sioux Falls, SD.  It's called Aviena and it's rad.

Wednesday
Pants
Shirt - My Sister's Closet
Similar earrings - Claire's
Similar scarf - Savers
Boots
Coat - Delia's

3rd day in a row wearing these shoes.  You may have noticed that my shoes don't vary.  I love shoes and own quite a few, but tend to only wear a select few pairs consistently.  Because of this, I feel that my shoe purchases have become more successful.  I'm pretty fond of these Diba booties from DSW.  They were $50 with a rewards coupon.  They look good with pants and skirts, black and brown.  They're really comfortable and have a big sturdy heel and I enjoy a big sturdy heel.

Thursday
Skirt/Dress
Similar blouse - Vanity
Similar boots
Similar earrings - I Like You
Belt - Savers
Similar coat - Savers

I don't know about this skirt.  It's convertible, in that it can be worn as a dress or a skirt.  It's also one size fits all, which does not exist.  The top part is super stretchy.  When it's not stretched out, the fabric bunches up and doesn't lie flat against my body.  It's also really itchy.  That's it! It's going in the donate pile.

Friday
Similar blouse
Similar dress - Savers
Different color tights
Similar boots
Similar belt
Similar belt buckle
Similar earrings
Ring
Similar coat - Savers

I love this belt buckle.  It was my father's. The imprint on the back reads "Bergamot Brass Works 1973". It has an art nouveau illustration of summer on it, not the Mucha one that I'm familiar with, but an image of a fairy in a garden.  The problem with this buckle, is that this image is not visible to anyone who isn't within 4 inches of my abdomen, which is awkward.  The image is very faint.  I tried to do a rubbing of it, but that didn't even work, so I incorporated a quick sketch.  Even though no one else can see it, I still like to wear this buckle just for me.  It's like my little secret.


Saturday
Similar dress - Lula
Leggings
Boots
Similar earrings - Urban Outfitters
Similar coat

The last time I posted an outfit with pleather leggings, I was wearing a pair from Forever 21.  They're a little too short and cut into my middle in an awkward way.  I found these Kardashian leggings online and bought them with high hopes, thinking that since they are backed by a curvy woman, they would be longer.  They are not, but they do have a slightly high waist, which is more flattering on my figure.

Sunday
Dress - Opitz
Similar tights - Target
Shoes - DSW
Similar earrings
Similar coat

I stand by this dress.  I spent all day in my pajamas but had dinner plans with some friends.  I threw this on and instantly looked put together, but still felt cozy.
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Sunday, October 13, 2013

Orange Pants Saga

Monday
Similar bracelet - My Sister's Closet

I got this top at a clothing exchange and I wear it backwards.  It's supposed to be a cardigan that ties under the bust.  It looks awkward when I wear it that way and I can't find anything in my wardrobe that looks good with it.  When I turn it around it becomes a sheer blouse with a sexy open back and it looks much better.  I have to wear it with pants or a skirt with a high rise, but that's not really a problem for me.

Tuesday
Similar earrings - Urban Outfitters

I know what you're thinking, "How many pairs of orange pants can one person own?"  The answer to that question is a bajillion.  "How many pairs of orange pants SHOULD one person own?  Maybe one.  Here's what happened.  About 6 years ago, I happened upon a sale at the Gap where I purchased these amazing pants (only in an adult size).  At the time, I was looking for a pair of red pants and thought that these would do.  They fit really well (good length, good rise) and they were inexpensive (~$20).  Believe me, people, these pants were incredible.  I wore them at least once a week because they worked beautifully with my existing wardrobe and they only got better with age...until they didn't.  I started to notice how thin they had become in certain areas and then all of the sudden they seemed too short.  My grieving process started with trying to replace them, but I couldn't.  I still can't find them.  Luckily, around this time, orange and coral became all the rage.  There were orange pants everywhere.  I found some rust colored cords at Old Navy, but they weren't quite right and were soon sold at a garage sale.  Then I found these at PacSun.  They're ok, but they're not cords and they get saggy right away.  I definitely can't wear them twice without washing in between.  And then one day Anthropologie opened up on Grand Avenue.  This was the first day of the rest of my life.  I got the catalog in the mail and inside were what appeared to be exact replicas of my Gap cords, only they cost $169!  What's wrong with you Anthropologie?  How can you sleep at night?!?  The next thing I knew, I found myself in the store trying them on and you know what? They were perfect.  Even better than my stupid old Gap pants.  They're softer and longer.  I bought them because they were on sale, but still for a higher price than I would normally spend on pants.  I justified this because I knew that I would wear them all the time and get my money's worth.  And I do, but I still wear the old Gap one's once in awhile.  That was a long rant about orange pants. Here's to hoping that they don't soon become passé.

Wednesday
Similar skirt - Saver's
Similar jacket - Lula
Similar shirt - Old Navy
Similar socks - Target
Similar belt - Savers
Similar boots
Similar brooch
Similar earrings - Up Six

I bought this skirt many years ago and altered it to make it a pencil skirt.  I always liked it but didn't wear it that often.  I bought this jacket at Lula last winter and it matches the skirt perfectly.  Same color, fabric and style.  It's like they were meant to be together.  This is why I hold onto clothes for so long.  Sometimes, I'll love a single item, but I can't figure out what to wear with it or how to style it.  Then something comes along, making it fit perfectly in my wardrobe.  This actually happens a lot and it makes it worth it to hold onto my closet orphans

Thursday
Dress
Similar skirt
Boots
Stockings - Urban Outfitters
Earrings
Similar cuff

I overslept, but luckily, I dreamed about this outfit.  Not bad.

Saturday
Similar blazer
Shirt
Similar skirt
Boots
Similar tights - Target
Similar earrings - BNOX

Hmm, I kind of look like Eddie Izzard in this drawing.
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Sunday, October 6, 2013

Art shows and Improv and Music, oh my! I'm tired...

Monday

I love color.  I've never been afraid to pair bright colors together and I'm very fond of pairing compliments, making the colors appear even brighter.  I used to be a red and green gal, but lately I find myself  drawn to orange and blue.  Maybe in years to come I'll just wear purple and yellow and get really into football...unlikely.

Tuesday

I'm still not sure about this dress. I got it at a clothing exchange and it's a size too big.  Since it ties in the back, that's not a big problem.  Obviously, the color and pattern are very me.  It's good for the transition from Summer to Fall because the color palette is autumnal but the fabric is light, silky and sheer.  However somehow, I've never felt quite right when wearing it. I don't know how long this one will stick around.

Wednesday

I am definitely ready to do some investigating in this outfit

Thursday

I really liked this outfit, but this drawing makes me look crazy.  Also, drawing houndstooth is the worst.

Friday

This dress is from Dale's in La Crosse, WI.  Dale's carries high end fashion for men and women.  The merchandise is always current and uber trendy.  Unfortunately for Dale, I am not the type of shopper who spends a lot of money on my clothes.  I shop here for the sales, which are very good.  While the prices are high, the clothes are quality.  Everything that I bought from this store has become a very important part of my wardrobe because the pieces are unique while remaining timeless.

Saturday
Sweater - J Crew
Similar pants - Dale's
Similar earrings - My Sister's Closet
Shoes - My Sister's Closet

Another purchase from Dale's.  Classic wide-leg, pinstriped, wool trousers.  They would be the perfect pair of pants if they were high waisted too.  Oh well.  This sweater is a little bit snug, but the tight bodice is off set by the wide leg, creating a nice balance.

Saturday Night
Dress
Similar jacket - Wilson Leather
Similar leggings - Forever 21
Boots
Similar earrings - Everyday People
Glasses - Spectacle Shoppe

I changed to go see Root City Band.  I thought that my head to toe wool ensemble from earlier was not ideal for dancing at Bunker's where it tends to get crowded and hot.  Turns out that pleather leggings aren't ideal either.
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