One-Dollar Wonders

WIW: Lime and Turquoise Waist & Leg Surrender, + DIY Striped Bag

July 12, 2012

I saw this color combination on Angie's Pinterest board and knew I wanted to wear it ASAP. I suspect this outfit might be deemed seasonally confused by some, but my need for a cozy, comfy outfit trumped all other causes today. As you can see, contrary to my rubric, I have no waist definition to mark the start of my leg line, and nothing to create the illusion of a slimmer midsection. Oh, well, hoping the low-ish contrast between the sweater and dress doesn't chop me up too much.
http://pinterest.com/pin/18577417183594965/

The DIY included today is my striped satchel, inspired by the Marc Jacobs Dotty. Craft overview here:
http://onedollarwonders.lookfa.....pig-modgrl

Thanks for looking, everyone. I am doing my darndest to be healthy and energetic for this Saturday's swap party at Vicki's!

Cashmere-blend cowl sweater - swap meet
Michael Michael Kors agate print dress - 6pm.com
B. Makowsky satchel - DIY, bag from Ebay
Report Marks booties - Piperlime clearance
Lime watch - Big Lots (no longer working - just for looks! :))

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11 Comments

  • qpswan replied 11 years ago

    Great proportions and colour blocking!

  • ManidipaM replied 11 years ago

    Have you not been well, Rae? Seems I missed that :-( Feel better soon!

    And there is no chopping here, apart from the banded bag strap. I love this outfit: tonal + colour blocking and a nice, long leg line from the 'nude' booties. I love the cozy neckline and strong shoulder of this sweater too. And the 'mojito on the rocks' colours completely prevent seasonal confusion.

  • Diana replied 11 years ago

    Oooh, I LOVE this color combo. I know the slouchy, waist surrendering top is a bit out of your comfort zone, but honestly I think this style is fantastic on you.

    Hope you feel better soon!

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Rae - I swear you are the only person who could wear a slouchy sweater OVER a dress and still make it all look summery! Love this colour combo on you and really like the silhouette.

    Please get better soon!

  • Carole replied 11 years ago

    You had me at LIME and TURQUOISE! I love that color combo! The proportions work well and I love your bag, you clever gal!

  • rae replied 11 years ago

    Thanks for the boosts - really helping to get through the day. I stayed home on Tuesday, but I'm feeling a bit better. Just have to rest, rest, rest until the weekend!

    I think I am liking the waist surrender today. My legs don't feel as stubby as I thought - Manidipa, I didn't even think about the fact that I have nude booties on. I guess I am dressing to lengthen the legs after all. Love the "mojito on the rocks" image!

  • jayne replied 11 years ago

    Oh you know I am going to love these colors. You really did that well! The proportions are perfect. Also loved the jacket on pinterest but so expensive...

  • Heather replied 11 years ago

    Love the color pairing! Summer breeze!

    Those booties were made for you, Rae!

  • Aida replied 11 years ago

    What a wonderful color combo! I am going to file this away to try with my chartreuse blouse and emerald skinnies :D I think the proportions are great here, and the waist surrender works wonderfully. If your dress was longer then the proportions may get wonkier, but with the just-above-the-knee height everything looks great. The nude boots help here too, I didn't know you ended up with a pair of the Marks! Styled very non-boho and perfectly Rae here, nicely done :)

  • Victoria replied 11 years ago

    I think this is great color combo, love the turq and lime together(I may steal this;)).
    And booties are fab!

  • goldenpig replied 11 years ago

    What a great color combo--I love how you turned the dress into a skirt. I will have to try that sometime myself! I love the DIY stripe bag--so cool! Can't wait to meet you--only 2 days!

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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. :)