What I’m Wearing:

Skirt – Ross | Sweater – Old Navy, tall | Jacket – Topshop, similar, tall | Bag – Target

Shoes – Avenue, similar, up to size 12 | Necklace – Charlotte Russe, similar

So I’ve had this skirt in my closet now for over a year without wearing it.  It was one of my impulse buys from Ross.  I loved the color and the fact that it was  on clearance for $9.  I had no clue what I would be wearing it with but figured I’d get it anyways because it was only $9 and I LOVED the color.  You know me and color…lol When I tried it on at home I just couldn’t figure any outfit combination that I liked, so this skirt just sat in a vacuum saver bag under my bed as a $9 failure.  Then perusing Pinterest I found inspiration in this pin. I had all the pieces already in my closet and would have never thought to put them together.  I love this color combo.   It’s very bright, but the black seems to tone it down.  This midi-length may not be a favorite of everyone, but I think it works for me because I am so tall, the length doesn’t make me look dowdy or too short-legged.  My chartreuse sweater is lively and very complementary to the purple. The black (faux) leather moto jacket adds the edge and seems to make everything look better.  As of late,  you can see it has become a go to favorite of mine.  A black leather moto jacket whether faux or real should be a closet staple for every woman.

One of my new goals is to maximize my wardrobe and shop my closet more.  I’m challenging myself to be able to make at least four different looks from a particular clothing item. I’d say this look is a keeper, now three more to go for this skirt.  I have two in mind already to include a chambray or denim button up and the other a denim jacket with perhaps a navy/white stripe tee.  Stay tuned to see these looks in upcoming posts.

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What I’m Wearing:

Dress : 3.1 Philip Lim for Target

Shoes: Nine West via Nordstrom size 12, loving these similar ones here

Bag: 3.1 Philip Lim for Target (sold out), but this one here is cute as well

Earrings: Banana Republic Outlet

Ba-Da Boom! That is how I am feeling in today’s outfit.  I scored quite a few goodies from the 3.1 Philip Lim for Target collaboration when it originally launched back in September.  At first I was only interested in the accessories and very happy with the handbags and scarves I was able to get ahold of, along with my Boom sweatshirt last seen here.  I wanted this Boom sweater dress originally as well, but decided to pass on it.  But after a couple of days passed, I still kept thinking about it and decided to head back to Target to get it.  But of course it was sold out when I returned. Then I kept seeing it on a couple of bloggers that I follow and I was kind of sad I didn’t buy it when I had the chance.  But lo and behold a couple of weeks ago while my sister was visiting, she, my mother and I went to Target.  I headed to the clearance racks and as I was perusing the 50% off racks, I spotted my dress.  It was the only one left, just sitting there quietly like it had been waiting for me to come back.  I quickly picked it up, looked at the size which happened to be an x-large and looked at the price which was marked down to around $25 and said this will work and put it in my cart.  It was meant to be mine.  When I arrived home, I tried it on and I was elated.  The sleeves were long enough and the sweater dress portion covered my bottom with wiggle room to spare…lol  It is a tad bit roomier in the waist then I would prefer but all in all this tall girl is HAPPY!  This dress is cute, flirty, fun and oh so comfy.  What I also love about it, is that when I get tired of the flounce at the bottom, I can wear it as a tunic sweater with skinny jeans or leather leggings. I’m all about re-purposing and re-mixing as you will start to see more of on the blog.

Have you ever passed on something only to wish  you would have bought it days later?

Thank you for reading!

Hugs,

What I’m Wearing:

Bottoms : DIY using New Look 6216

Sweatshirt : 3.1 Philip Lim for Target

 Shoes : Nine West

 Bag: 3.1 Philip Lim for Target

Okay, okay I know what some of you may be thinking.  Yes I am looking quite colorful and bright today. I broke out the primary colors and I’m like “Boom” in your face…hehe. And I have to admit, that I kind of like it.  As you all know, I do not shy away from color, and have no problem wearing it head to toe.  Sometimes on a gloomy day, you need a little pick me up, and this outfit did it for me.  I mean how can one be depressed and down wearing a comic “Boom” sweatshirt and the boldest colors in the Crayola box.

P.S. You can read my pattern review of the pants here.

Hugs,