This dress is a bit dark and moody, but since I am going to a class today I was able to throw on my white Bebe jacket. Yay for more sedentary days! And for white jackets that instantly brighten everything. I need a white blazer!
Elie Tahari dress - Hautelook
Bebe jacket - Bebe
Fergie booties - Nordies
D&G bag - Ebay
Same crop top as the other day, more navy with white. I am maybe 80% sure that the lump under the green top is the waistband and not my gut...? The striped tank is new off ebay, finally found a cheapie one to meet my requirements. Computer doesnt want to cooperate, so I'll leave it at that for phone typing. Happy Sunday, everyone! Anyone ready for the GOT premier???
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Visiting a friend today with little chance of physical exertion, so I took the opportunity to wear my faux leather Bebe jacket. I must say I still love how this baby photographs.
Worn with a column of navy, because navy and white is so spring-like. I also used my zipper tote, but I forgot that in the house when I snuck outside to blog. ;)
Bebe jacket - Bebe (when Zap visited BH!)
BR tank - hand me down
Big star jeans - Nordies (gratis)
Matisse booties - Zappos
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getting in the car to take my class today... and I must have been committed and saying the other day because now I am in love with my bag! I'm so pleased with how it looks in the pictures, too.
got to go and get on the road before traffic gets bad, but I wanted to share it with you guys because you helped me out so much the day I got the bag. :-)
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Tildon French Terry Crop - Nordies
Haute Hippie draped back tank - Nordies
Classiques Entrier pants - Nordies
Sole Society sandals - Nordies
Yellow topaz ring - Mom's
D&G Lily bag - Ebay
Gold spike necklace - BP via Una
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Between the olive-y brown/gray jacket and the baggy pants rolled up over combat boots, I felt a little like I ought to jump out of a plane today, but that's a-okay with my UWP alter ego. :)
In actuality, all I did was take a run to Target and Marshall's looking for a black & white printed, scoop-neck, semi-fitted, silky, dressy shell to wear under jackets and blazers. I don't know what could possibly be so hard about finding a super specific item in a super specific fit and color scheme, but I struck out. Found a few online that I like, but hm, why is it that I only like the $200 tank tops all of a sudden? I did manage to duplicate my beloved Aiko tee in white, though, for half the asking price on Ebay. Woohoo!
Anyway, I felt really good in this outfit and was tickled to play up my "waist" for once. Tried pics in a few spots outside, but Target had the best light. Nice and soft... a little dark, but at least there is not shadow beard or harsh reflections off the leather. Pulled out my one remaining mid-size crossbody today since my satchels felt weird with such a masculine outfit. Aviator glasses, of course. I feel I'll be wearing this exact combo again someday.
I may have been a little overdressed for my lunch run to Subway... but let's just call that an illustration of my comment on the "runway or everyday" thread. ;)
Aviators - Nordies
Mackage for Aritzia "Kenya" jacket - Ebay
B44 tee - Rack
Vince linen joggers - Ebay
B. Makowsky bag - Ebay (one of my first!)
Dr. Martens "Marcie" boots - Shoebuy
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Night shift tonight, so I wanted to post early. Unfortunately for my blog pics, the weather is too nice, and people are hanging out on their porches, totally ruining my private photo shoot area. *pout* Time will tell whether my shame or my vanity will win out in the end. ;)
Wearing a Maggie Ward draped wool tank/vest from the flea market. One of these days I will layer it over sleeves so you can see the suede back. Paired with waffle stomper sandals and a barely there pearl pendant.
PS: I was already tempted to use the black zippered "tote" today to fit all my ebay envelopes inside. Held off to be sure, but after your help I am leaning toward keeping it!
Maggie Ward tank - $10 at flea market
Trouve blazer - Nordies
Gap jeggings - Ebay
Gentle souls sandals - Nordies
Tortoise bangles - Moms
Pearl necklace - gift from mom
Brahmin wristlet - Ebay
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I'm just your average working stiff who loves nice things and hates to pay for them. This blog outlines my efforts to navigate that treacherous shopping/saving divide through swappin', thriftin', and even a little resellin'. Many of the pieces in my wardrobe cost me just $1! We've heard a lot about people "living above their means" in recent years; I'm championing the concept of living large *below* your means - whatever that means for you. :)