One-Dollar Wonders

Dressed With a Measure of Dread

March 13, 2012

Two meetings today. Won't be consistently busy, but there will be a lot of work at the last minute before each - that's just how it goes. Geared up with power boots, wood grain print silk top, pattern mixed with plaid blazer. I think my apprehension/dread comes across in the outfit, though that was an accident.

Silence & Noise Blazer - $1 via swap meet
Silk Wood Print Top - $0.50 via swap meet
Bloomingdales wool skirt - $1 via swap meet
Blue bag - via Goodwill and dyed
Frye boots - via Dillard's sale
Cougar Pendant - via Etsy, part of gift

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32 Comments

  • Transcona Shannon replied 12 years ago

    This outfit is fab Rae - does not look like dread at all! I love the blue bag for colour and those boots are beyond amazing on you! Hope your day goes ok!

  • Suz replied 12 years ago

    Rae, you look great! I love the UWP boots on you. Wow. And yes, the outfit does evoke a sort of end-of-the-world apprehension, somehow. Urban grit, but in a very ladylike way!

  • JennyAnne replied 12 years ago

    Yay for dressing for the day ahead. Good luck!

  • goldenpig replied 12 years ago

    I love this outfit on you and the Frye Julias are the bomb! I am deliriously happy that you are wearing them to work! I love the way you do ladylike UWP at work! Good luck with your meetings and knock them dead!

  • Tina replied 12 years ago

    Go forth with confidence, you look fab!

  • Jilly replied 12 years ago

    I love your urban, edgy chic! The boots fit so well, the blazer and print blouse and bag add polish!

  • Sarah A replied 12 years ago

    really like it! the boots and blue bag really add a nice edge!

  • replied 12 years ago

    Very cute ! Knock them dead!

  • Angie replied 12 years ago

    KILLER

    No more dreading. Good luck with your busy day!

  • Kirti replied 12 years ago

    I think the outfit looks amazing, not apprehensive at all! But your expression is a little nervous :P don't be!!! All the best for the meetings :)

  • Jem replied 12 years ago

    I think it's a great outfit! Those boots are amazing!!!

  • dottie replied 12 years ago

    You look great! I love the blue bag with your outfit. Maybe it would be fun to work in a cobalt accessory for when you're not carrying your bag.

  • rae replied 12 years ago

    Thanks, all! The morning madness is over - whew, but it was a solid hour of gogogodoitnowbutfaster the minute I walked in the door. I can relax for a bit before the afternoon meeting, thankfully. I will be wearing this outfit again, as the soft, loose top is very comfy but still dressy. Next time maybe I'll use my tomato red or lemon yellow bag for a bit more pep. :)

    Dottie, that is a good idea - this would have been a great neutral outfit for a colorful brooch or necklace. Hm, I'll have to see if I have any!

    Natalie, these boots are my pride and joy ATM. I smile every time I put them on, and they bring a bit more joy into my life by making me happy to see in-between Spring temps.

  • Sunita replied 12 years ago

    Go get 'em...rest assured that you look fab!

    Need to give my Julias one more outing before it gets too warm here...

  • catgirl replied 12 years ago

    Rae, I LOVE that blazer! This whole outfit is divine, especially the proportions. You look prepared for anything, and it sounds like it went well.

  • Diana replied 12 years ago

    Fantastic! I love how it invokes the post-apocalyptic while still being polished.

  • Joy replied 12 years ago

    Wonderful outfit, powerful but ladylike too. I want a closeup of the cougar pendant.

  • krishnidoux replied 12 years ago

    Rae, I always admire your style, but this is ...WOW! The boots are so perfect here!

  • rae replied 12 years ago

    For Joy: a pic of the cougar skull necklace - for Christmas, I got a matching set for my dad and me (cougars were a childhood fixation of mine and dad has some UWP style, too).

    Made by The Pewter Wolf on Etsy.

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  • ManidipaM replied 12 years ago

    You look ready to stop apprehensions and deadlines and objections in the dust! :-p FABULOUS outfit, Rae. I love how it is structured without being restrictive at all, making for a very energetic vibe.

  • Mo replied 12 years ago

    Awesome!! I hope to get half as much wear out of my Julia's that you seem to be! Who knew they could be banker appropriate?! :) I'm intrigued by the wood grain print but can't quite make it out.

  • CocoLion replied 12 years ago

    I just love any work outfit you create around these boots Rae. They are such a perfect way to add interest and creativity to your work looks. This is one of my favorites!

  • rae replied 12 years ago

    Ah, I knew I should have taken a close up of the top! I will do so when I get home.

    Only about 2 hours more, then I can be done and race home to my paprika Scottvest trench!!

  • Isis replied 12 years ago

    Wow, love this! Love how the grey of the boots echos the grey of the jacket; similarly the crisscrossing laces echo the plaid.....

    wonderful!

  • greenglove replied 12 years ago

    You look smashing. Those boots are so perfect with that length skirt. Love the blue bag!!

  • MNsara replied 12 years ago

    Your work outfit is perfect: you say it's comfy, but it sure looks competent and professional - in a non-traditional way ;-)

    Stil lusting after your incredible boots. . .

  • rachylou replied 12 years ago

    I really like your wood print top. It's definitely cool and what a steal!

  • Meredith1953 replied 12 years ago

    Love you in the outfit and those incredible boots. You should name them like Claire has a name for her purse! (Or do you call them Julia) Seriously, those boots look so gorgeous on you!

  • christy replied 12 years ago

    You look AMAZING! I love this outfit - those boots are fabulous!

  • christieanne replied 12 years ago

    Wood grain print? That sounds utterly cool.
    Looking like you own the world and have no worries :)

  • Deborah replied 12 years ago

    Very professional but with an edge (the boots!!). I think you look great. Hope it was a successful day.

  • replied 12 years ago

    you really know how to bring the UWP to the office!

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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. :)