One-Dollar Wonders

Jersey-Knit Girl

August 5, 2013

Found this skirt for $4 at the flea market, and it turned out to be great for my tall boot capsule. It was a sample and the lining kept showing, but some creative work with safety pins saved the day. Paired with an ancient cardigan I found at a Goodwill in NYC years ago. Foundation garment is a cheapir F21 olive cami.

Gold necklace - BP via Una
Banana Republic cardi - Goodwill
Cami - $2 via F21
Nordstrom Collection skirt - $4 at flea market
Gidigio boots - ebay
Brahmin bag - Nordies
Elizabeth & James sunnies - Nordies

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10 Comments

  • MsMaven replied 10 years ago

    Can a person be both chic, sexy, and economical in the same outfit?  Rae, you have showed us how.  Great outfit.  

  • JulieJohn replied 10 years ago

    Great outfit made of interesting pieces. Comfy chic!

  • shedev replied 10 years ago

    cute.

  • lyn* replied 10 years ago

    Is the skirt pretty stretchy? I like the asymmetrical hem of it - and be careful not to poke yourself with the helpful pins!

    :) You look great, like usual, Rae!

  • replied 10 years ago

    Looking good! I need another shorter skirt and plan some looks like this!

  • rae replied 10 years ago

    This sweater was actually great until the last customer of the day, when I had to run up and down the stairs for a large box. But I will still wear it again!

    Lyn, yes, it is stretchy, but not tight, so it's good to move in. Thicker than the Vince Camuto tube skirts. 

    Ciet, I would love to see you in a shorter skirt and boots!

  • ManidipaM replied 10 years ago

    Comfy, stompy cool! Love how the stripes on the polished bag echo the buckles on the tough boots, yet their juxtaposition is so unexpected.

  • Joy replied 10 years ago

    What a find! I like how you have styled the skirt.

  • Day Vies replied 10 years ago

    I love this outfit. The drape on the cardi is so compelling. Of course I want the bag for myself. The skirt is a great length and looks so cute with the boots!

  • Beth Ann replied 10 years ago

    Love the softness of the knit and the draping balanced with the tough boots and modern classic purse.

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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. :)