Style Log: Plaid Spectacle[s] {10 & 2 Challenge}

Misfit #8:  Brown V-Neck

This is a just a plain little shirt that I never wear.  You can't really tell in these photos, but the neckline is deep and wide, which is probably why I don't wear it.  You HAVE to put a tank under it, unless of course you like that whole falling out look. Ha!

{Both Tops/Old Navy :: Pants/Thrifted :: Shoes/Payless :: Frames/Warby Parker}

Initial Thoughts

I felt a bit frumpy, but I was comfortable.  Maybe I shouldn't say frumpy...just extra casual and sort of masculine.  And still put together and even a bit cute.  

Oh hey...how do you like these frames?  They are the Finn by Warby Parker and I'm loving them!

After Thoughts

This brown shirt is so basic, but a bit blah.  However, I honestly feel like you can't have enough basic tees or undershirts.  So on that note....

Final Verdict

I'm keeping it. AND I'm going to order those WP frames.  :D

Style Log: Mustard Love {10 & 2 Challenge}

Misfit #3: Thrifted Brown Skirt

 

I’ve probably had this brown skirt for about 5 years. I thrifted it at this great shop back home when I was needing more “work” clothes. I wore it once or twice, then I put on weight and moved to my current job where the office attire is super casual. Many of my skirts have been neglected since I started this job. I also wasn’t sure what to wear it with in the past, which sounds so stupid. It’s a simple brown skirt, I know, but I just had so much trouble with it. I think I felt like I had to match with the pink and peach stitching detail. Silly me!

 {Sweater/Thrifted (but it’s Loft!) :: Skirt/Thrifted :: Tights/Kmart :: Boots/ Merona via Target} 

 See how crazy long my hair is getting?!

 Just chillin' with my pooch! :)

Initial Thoughts

I actually quite liked this outfit. I just threw it together last minute {per usual}, so I was quite happy with it. I absolutely love this sweater and it just fits so well with the skirt.

After Thoughts

Gah, I love the yellow and brown together. Plus, every time I wear this sweater (or yellow in general) people at work gush about how nice it looks on me! Who doesn’t love compliments? Okay, but this is about the skirt! I really like the shape and the fit, it’s flattering. It’s also very comfortable. I’ve already thought of a couple more ways to style this skirt (possibly with the shirt from yesterday??), so she will be seeing the outside of my closet more often! Please ignore the crooked belt.  I took these pictures at lunch and didn't have time to fix it.

Final Verdict

She’s a keeper! The material is a bit heavier (thus warmer!), so this skirt will be perfect for chillier months (ie. the majority of the year, ha)!

#22 & #23 Bootie Love

I'm so lazy today, these two outfits look almost the exact same in these photos.  I promise in real life they don't!  Which is why it's best to take outfit photos while wearing the outfits!  However, since I am feeling exhausted and a bit sickly I ended up looking very frightening in the photos.

I do need to say that I love these booties!  I believe they are Worthington from JcPenny.  They are ridiculously comfortable, especially for heels!  On my work day outfit I just work them under my khakis and for my night out ensemble I tuck my jeans into them.  So versatile, eh?  :P

Speak of "eh" - anyone out there watch hockey?  I'm a fan and I'm a huge fan of the Minnesota Wild!  Which is why I'll now be leaving you to go cheer them on against the Avs.  GO WILD!

#6 - Black & Brown

I remember a particular shopping excursion I had a few years back, and when I say a few years back, I mean l was a teenager [so like 10 yeras...yikes!]. I saw this black sweater that came with an attached brown belt. I thought it was cute and picked it up to try on - fully aware of the cardinal rule every young girl is taught: Don’t wear black AND brown together! I didn’t get two steps away from the rack when both shopping buddies all but tore said sweater out of my hands and put it back on the rack. This was a traumatizing experience. Still, over the years I have almost wore brown and black together, but then I am haunted by this memory and quickly change my outfit.

Not today my friends, not today. This brave woman, along with many others have restored my faith in the brown/black combo. I will wear it with pride, despite all stares of disgust and confusion.

This is all I have for this, no real photo, sorry. I know you are disappointed, but I swear I’m not coping out! I DID wear the outfit....last Friday. I even met up with family for lunch and they didn’t stare at me in disgust or confusion. In fact I received multiple compliments. So maybe this whole traumatizing event was just in my head? Or maybe it’s just that grandmothers always think their granddaughters look fantastic? :)