DIY Instant Crop-Top & More Foot Bling

I had to wear my sparkle boots again so I could take them to work with me! They sure did capture a lot of attention. Between these and the Matisse leopard booties, I may be earning a rep. as part of Team Shoe...

I wasn't sure what to wear on the rest of me, but I had been playing around with the idea of cropping this tunic sweater when I realized I did not have to physically crop it in order to get the look. Instead, I used a thin waist belt and then bloused the sweater over the belt until the "bubble" portion in the middle hung lower than the hem. Instant crop top, hooray! Layered over my hi-low shell for a mixed-media look. Holding the trench because OMG it rained a few days ago, and the night air has been significantly cooler when I leave the store.

I was going to switch out my bag, but I ran out of time - and now I rather like the effect. It is like a brighter version of my citron-raisin combo. Plus, I just might be on Team Citron Matches Everything. :)

On-the-job inspiration:
Vince purple hi-low muscle tee (so cool with everything!)
Theory Testra stretchy ankle pants
Burberry London Double Breasted Trench

On me:
Valette sweater - $3 at flea market
Pleione racerback tank - Nordies (gratis)
Theory Estela New Recovery pant - Ebay
Herringbone chain - handed down from Mom
ALDO booties - ALDO (via Kristin SF)
Kate Spade satchel - Ebay
Burberry London Trench - Ebay

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16 Comments

  • Joy replied 10 years ago

    You are so creative to be able to get the look that you want. YLF!

  • rae replied 10 years ago

    Thanks, Joy! I wish I had thought of it sooner. :)

  • replied 10 years ago

    You look good, Rae! I like the faux crop top.

  • catgirl replied 10 years ago

    Citron does match everything . At least everything I want to wear! Love this, of course. Does that Vince tank come with an under layer?

  • rae replied 10 years ago

    Una, no, the vince tank is a sheer piece only. At the showroom, they said the idea is to layer it over and under to mix and match what you already have (of course they had the Vince tanks and jackets in mind). Looks really good with a draped neck jacket.

  • shemarie replied 10 years ago

    Add me to team "Citron-is-a-neutral!" I really love this look...that purple is beautiful on you.  And the side view of your haircut is fantastic!

  • Karie replied 10 years ago

    Fantastic look, and for a fraction of the cost. I need to start shopping at flea markets and Ebay!

  • Sarah A replied 10 years ago

    Brilliant idea to "crop" the sweater that way. You really rock this look!

  • Thistle replied 10 years ago

    Gorgeous!  So put together and polished. I love that you got the look you wanted with a sweater you already had!

  • Ornella replied 10 years ago

    You look great Rae. I especially love the necklace, it's understated but gives great final polish to the look.

  • JulieJohn replied 10 years ago

    You tease us with just one photo. Just smashing! Your sophistication is showing.

  • MsMary replied 10 years ago

    This?  Is superb!!!

    So glad you kept the booties!

  • fuzzylogic replied 10 years ago

    Bling-a-licious!

  • san replied 10 years ago

    You look great!  Love it.

  • deb replied 10 years ago

    Good idea. That is a good color on you.

  • CocoLion replied 10 years ago

    Your pants look like the perfect outfit building piece.  Love your DIY crop idea and the boots take everything up a notch.  The proportions and color are modern and hip while the boots make the statement.

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