One-Dollar Wonders

Purple Bruise

December 6, 2013

That's kind of what this combo of plum, navy, and black reminds me of - which is a good thing in my UWP/tomboy book. :)

Unfortunately skipping another picture challenge because I used up my one red item for the week.

Also sporting some trusty old boots I could not part with despite similarities with my Cortonas. A super comfy 3" heel is just too nice to pass on, and these are much slouchier, which I like to balance the width of the blazer.

I wish I had the option to lengthen the chain on my pendant a tick, but I guess I am spoiled by my other adjustable chains.

Theory Lanai - ebay
Vaneli sweater - $1 at flea market
Theory new recovery pant in black - ebay
Apepazza boots - Amazon
Bullet crystal necklace - gift from a fab friend
Brahmin - Nordies

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27 Comments

  • donnat replied 10 years ago

    I love that bruise effect, glad its not painfull....its really nice

  • Marley replied 10 years ago

    Rae - you look stunning in this pic!  Your hair, your skin, your eyes - WOW!  And the mix of the plum, navy, and black is such a "grown-up" color mix.  I really love it!

  • pil replied 10 years ago

    Your 'bruise' looks a lot better than the doozies I've had in the past after a fall :). Your hair is gorgeous!

  • Gracie replied 10 years ago

    Great color palette, very sophisticated and everything fits you beautifully.

  • Thistle replied 10 years ago

    Fabulous! Love your hair!

    And I see why you keep the boots, too.

  • Beth Ann replied 10 years ago

    Deep and rich colors, Rae!  It looks cozy and professional at the same time.

  • catgirl replied 10 years ago

    I am so copying this.

  • Sveta replied 10 years ago

    If this is a bruise I want one too! I have to remember the winner formula here - purple, navy and black!
    I think the proportions are just beautiful here and very flattering. And did I tell you that I love this haircut of yours - looks super!

  • MuseumGal replied 10 years ago

    Woo, love the bruise. 
    Also if you google "chain extender" you will find tons of options for your necklace.

  • shiny replied 10 years ago

    Gorgeous! Your haircut is awesome  by the way! LOVE LOVE. 

    And yeah I need me that Lanai... what are your thoughts on sizing? 

    Sooo cute. Two thumbs up. 

  • Transcona Shannon replied 10 years ago

    I am definitely going to pair my navy Lanai jacket with my burgundy skinnies based on this fabulous colour combo you've got going. Love this soooooo much!

  • Greyscale replied 10 years ago

    The proportions and colors on this are both excellent.

  • Aziraphale replied 10 years ago

    Looking fabulous!

  • rae replied 10 years ago

    MuseumGal, thank you for the tip! However the chain has no clasp or "ends." :T It's not that big a problem; I just got used to the option. 

    Shiny, it does run small. I'm usually a 2 in jackets, sometimes 4, and this is a 6. 

  • Jewell replied 10 years ago

    Loving this! Rich colors, perfect proportions, what's not to love!

    P.S. I'm ordering the little cousin of that fab bag ASAP now that I've found a place with it in stock.

  • Aubergine replied 10 years ago

    So clean and simple and so beautiful!

  • DizzyLizzy replied 10 years ago

    I am so copying this too - I love the nice clean lines of this outfit. Looks fab.

  • rebekahphoto replied 10 years ago

    love the colors & shape, those boots do have a great slouchy affect!
    and your hair is so sleek!

  • Vicki replied 10 years ago

    This trio of colors, er, I mean, your bruise, was made for you!

    Beautiful combination, Rae, and I'll take a Theory bruise any time.  :)

  • Jaime replied 10 years ago

    Gorgeous!

  • Jacky replied 10 years ago

    Wow, your outfit is gorgeous. The colors go great together, and the length of the sweater combined with the blazer is perfect. The pop of white from the bag is a great finish to it.

  • CocoLion replied 10 years ago

    I want to look like this too!

    ETA -- I am usually not a tunic person, but this works great.

  • Suz replied 10 years ago

    What Sveta said. I love the simplicity of this. You shine. 

  • FlorenceFearne replied 10 years ago

    Loving it. That Lanai is so flattering on you, too. Just perfect with the longer tunic too, because the jacket helps define your waist. 

  • Ariadne replied 10 years ago

    One of my all-time favourites!  Sleek and UWP all at once.

  • Scarlet replied 10 years ago

    It's really fun to see how that bag works with so many different outfits. I love the color scheme here, but your association makes me wince.

  • Neel replied 10 years ago

    I love the proportions here! The theory lanai is one jacket that I am willing to invest in if I find it in my neck of woods. It seems to flatter every body type.

    Brilliant and unexpected color combo too :)

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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. :)