Bought this sweater a good while back, actually, when I was asking after citron basics. I'm hoping this baby will at least get me through another year, since my Pim & Larkin cashmere pullover is pilling so badly. I initially paired the sweater with my slouchy camo pants, but it was so nice outside that they seemed too heavy. Out came my Camerons... again. If I tracked cost-per-wear, I'm sure it'd be minuscule in no time (and hey, I never noticed before, but they have citron stitching)! Topped off with a new $1 belt.
No special outing today, just a trip to Dr. Shrink and the grocery store. But a chic woman in the parking garage elevator in Beverly Hills complimented me on my ability to wear yellow! I count that as a fashion victory. :)
Citron sweater - Banana Republic
Men's 3-prong belt - flea market $1
True Religion Cameron jeans - Amazon
Ted Baker bag - flea market
Report Marks booties - Amazon
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27 Comments
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Yes, you do wear yellow well! Looks great with your distressed jeans.
Raisin replied 11 years ago
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Gorgeous, Rae! I love that sweater. It has hint of mod and a hint of Star Trek, both of which I consider fabulous. And you really do wear yellow well! Tasty Sweet Tart!
K. Period. replied 11 years ago
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Have you tried depilling your other sweater rae? I have a little machine (like a small electric razor) that works really well.
Caro in Oz replied 11 years ago
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My sweater started pilling like mad too! I love this outfit, especially those jeans. And I got the black version of that belt at the Shoptoberfest flea market visit!
catgirl replied 11 years ago
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I missed this sweater in the stores, it looks great on you! I am copying this look when it gets a little warmer, but with my orange sweater!
replied 11 years ago
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Love!
amiable replied 11 years ago
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That citron sweater is GREAT on you - love the color, but the cuffs/hem are especially rad.
Kari replied 11 years ago
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Oooh how fabulous does yellow look with that denim wash!? Dig those little stripes. GREAT pairing, I think your sours will really play famously with those jeans. You look cute! I'd have complimented you, too :)
Aida replied 11 years ago
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This looks gorgeous on you - chic woman is right!
Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago
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Love that citron color - you look great in it!
Karie replied 11 years ago
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You look fantastic! Has anyone else noticed that yellow wearing elicits more envy than any other color?
Jaime replied 11 years ago
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Love the fit and silhouette here, Rae. The top seems fitted, but substantial in the weight of the knit, and that's a great combination. Do you ever have trouble with too much stretch in knits? Particularly lightweight tees? They migrate all around my body and drive me crazy --- this one is perfect, and the color is perfect for So Cal.
Beth Ann replied 11 years ago
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You just look spectacular. So put together and so chic, not quite polished but super stylish.
Thistle replied 11 years ago
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You do look great in yellow! I see your hair is growing out a bit too. YLF!
hedgiehog replied 11 years ago
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This is a great outfit. It caught my eye. Simple but very striking. The bag is particularly great, btw.
rachylou replied 11 years ago
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Adorable. The parking garage lady must have been yellow with envy.
Joy replied 11 years ago
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You look great, Rae! Those jeans are obviously winners. And to think you debated not keeping them!
Suz replied 11 years ago
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Thank you, ladies! I guess I will continue using citron as a signature color. :) I wish BR had more in this exact shade - I also bought a silky tee.
rae replied 11 years ago
Caro, yes, I've been depilling it every wear for a good long while now. It started to pill after only a couple wearings!
Shevia, I have noticed that. I really used to envy those in yellow, too! I thought I could not wear it. Must have been a lot of mustard out there before citron hit the stores.
Beth Ann, yes, thin tees are tricky for me. Specifically, many of them give me a weird potbelly look. I don't have the flattest tummy, but many tees highlight exactly what I don't like. It's one of the reasons I was willing to shell out for some Madewell linen tees this year.
Rachy, thank you! I may use "simple and striking" as a mantra for work outfits. Don't want to look overdone or like I can't relate to the "normals" (shout out to your recent post), but I do want to look like I know what I'm doing. -
Love this outfit with the slim top and easier fit boyfriend jeans. What do you do with a pilled cashmere sweater? Do you have a way to rescue it? Do you toss it? Sell it? Donate?
CocoLion replied 11 years ago
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Denise, I just don't know! I can't bring myself to take it out of the closet yet. I guess one day I will go to shave off some pills and there will be nothing left underneath? o_0
rae replied 11 years ago
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cheryl replied 11 years ago
You look amazing! Love the citron and stripes.
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Soursensational, Rae! This has to be one of my favorites and it's probably because this is YOUR color. btw, your hair is looking so gorgeous; are you using a certain gel or product to give it that sleek look? Nicely done! I'm loving it that the BH set is giving you a second well-deserved look and that "interesting" style of compliment.
Vicki replied 11 years ago
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Great outfit! I loove your new belt:)
ElleH replied 11 years ago
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You look great, as usual! But the sweater doesn't read as "citron" at all on my monitor (isn't citron a greenish yellow?) This sweater looks more like canary or just yellow.
TylerAnne replied 11 years ago
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This is too cute! I love the belt and of course the pairing of blue and yellow. I also love the choice of tan boots too. I'm going to copy -- not sure when but yep, I'm going to do it!
Day Vies replied 11 years ago
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Oh this is a great fashion victory, Rae! I actually had my eyes on this sweater from BR for the longest time but I am saving money for a leather jacket and trench coat so did not want to buy any more sweaters.
Mona replied 11 years ago
You wear citron beautifully. I will enjoy this on you vicariously. -
Vicki, yes I have used something different, and thank you for noticing! It is called Maxius Beyond Straight. I think it was meant to be used with my flat iron, but even though I have not been straightening, the product helps things stay sleek and not poofy. TylerAnne, it is a very brigjt, greenish yellow in real life. :-) Day Vies, I would love to see your version!
rae replied 11 years ago
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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. :)