Same Ole' Shoes

I'm starting to realize just how often I wear these boring old shoes.  My biggest problem is that my feet get cold way too easily, and most of my shoes don't help.  I'm working on getting some boots that should help alleviate that problem.

On another note, I liked my neck bow today!  I will have to work one into my outfits more often.

Sweater:  Express
Pants:  Express
Shoes:  Mudd
Necklace (as belt):  Target
Scarf:  Jinky's

Give It Away Now

I was trying to find another way to wear this sweater besides by itself.  I don't know that this worked out very well though.  The proportions are just off somehow.  I may give up and donate it.

Sweater:  Target
Cardigan:  Target
Pants:  Express
Shoes:  Mudd
Necklace:  Rue 21

Black & White & Ruffled All Over

Ruffles & Sparkles.  I feel so girly!  I really like the bit of bling on this belt.

Tank:  Target
Shirt:  Banana Republic
Pants:  Express
Shoes:  Mudd
Belt:  Downeast Outfitters

Too Much?

This outfit may have had too much going on for the people I work with. Stripes & ruffley flowers?  Crazy!  At least multiple shirts keep me warm at work.  I swear thermostats are always set by men, which leaves me cold all day.

Striped Shirt:  Target
Green Shirt:  Old Navy (embellished by me)
Pants:  Express
Shoes:  Mudd
Necklace:  Lia Sophia

Wide Pattern

I really liked the pattern on this vest when I bought it, but I hated the way it looked every time I tried to wear it because it made my torso look extra-wide.  Then I read about something similar on Fashion For Nerds.  She fixed the problem by wearing a cardigan over top, so that it creates vertical lines.  I tried it, and voila!  I call it a success.

Tank:  Target
Vest:  Express
Cardigan:  Target

Jeans:  Joe's Jeans
Shoes:  Mudd
Necklace:  eBay

Neutrals with a Bright

I've seen a lot of people mixing one bright color with neutrals, and I've liked the way it looks.  This was my attempt at it.  I think it turned out pretty well.  Plus the headband gave a little extra color, while making my hair much easier to do. Bonus!

Shirt:  Express
Cardigan:  Target
Pants:  Express
Shoes:  Unlisted
Belt:  Target
Headband (Scarf):  Jinky's

Preppy with a Puppy

Another guest appearance by one of the many animals living in my house: my dog Zoe.  She is a mutt - part heeler, part border collie.  She follows me around the house everywhere I go. 

I bought this skirt on eBay and thought I would wear it once as-is to see how it looked.  I feel like it is a little too long, so I may try to hem it up.  These shoes were in my donate box, but it's a good thing I hadn't given them away yet.  I didn't have any other shoes to wear with this outfit, but they were just perfect!  Back in my closet they go...

Shirt:  Express
Sweater:  Kohls
Skirt: Banana Republic
Shoes:  Unlisted
Tights:  Savers
Flower pin:  Renaissance Fair booth

Belted

I love this belt.  My dad made it and gave it to me for Christmas several years ago.  It has all the phases of the moon on it, amidst the red design.  I also have a brown leather belt with dragons on it that he made for himself a few decades ago.  He was just wearing it to work in the yard, so I confiscated it to put it to better use.

Sweater:  Express
Pants:  The Limited
Scarf:  Target
Shoes:  Steve Madden
Belt:  Handmade by Dad

What a Hoot

I got this owl necklace on eBay for $1.67.  I like it a lot, but my favorite reason to wear it is to bug my mom.  She is really irritated that owls are back in style.

Shirt:  Asos
Cardigan:  Express
Pants:  The Limited
Shoes:  Mudd
Belt:  Target
Necklace:  eBay

All Wrapped Up

This cardigan is quite long in front.  I usually let it stay long, or tie it in front.  This time I decided to wrap the long ends all the way around.  I think it looks pretty cute, but it was a pain to wear.  I kept having to readjust and keep the ends tucked into the belt all day.

Shirt:  Old Navy
Cardigan:  Downeast Outfitters
Pants:  Express
Shoes:  Steve Madden
Belt:  Asos

Weekend Wear

I just thought I would give you an example of my usual weekend attire.  It is a bit boring, which is why I don't usually take pictures.  This is my very cozy X-Men t-shirt.  (I am also wearing slippers.)  One of my cats, Madeline, decided to make an appearance.

Shirt: Hot Topic
Vest:  Target
Jeans:  Joe's Jeans
Socks:  Target
Slippers:  Victoria's Secret

Layered Tights

I layered tights!  It's an achievement for me.  I really like how this look came together.  There's a lot more going on than I am used to.

You may have noticed that I have a lot of clothes from Express.  That because I bought most of my more professional looking office pieces there, back when I was dressing boringly.  They fit me well though, so I am just mixing them in with the rest of my closet to keep getting my money's worth.

Tights close up:

Shirt:  Express
Vest:  Target (was originally attached to a striped shirt that I'm sure you will see later)
Skirt:  eBay
Tights:  Savers
Shoes:  Madden Girl
Belt:  Asos

So Sorry

I promise I have still been taking photos, but the last couple of weeks have been a little crazy and I haven't had time to post.  To read about why, please see my non-fashion blog Charlotte's Chitter Chatter.  Thank you for your patience!