Simple in Neutrals

Thursday, February 20, 2014

I'm a huge fan of making the most of my wardrobe by looking for versatile ways to wear items, thus giving outfits a fresh look. Past examples include: wearing a dress as a skirt/top or a button-up shirt as a jacket. And the list grows with the addition of today's outfit. I started with an open cardigan, crisscrossed the sides, then tucked the ends into my jeans for a faux-wrap sweater look.

wool trench coat, gray open sweater, jeans, leopard heels
wool trench coat, gray open sweater, wide brown belt
sunglasses: Walmart aviator (similar)
lips: Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in blushing mauve (sold here)
necklace: gift from aunt (similar)
sweater: theory Ashtry F open cardigan (similar; similar - 35% off w/code EARLY)
belt: Express (similar)
jeans: Express boot cut (similar)
bag: Longchamp large Le Pliage (sold at Nordstrom / Bloomingdale's / NM)
shoes: Jones New York Harlem (similar; similar)

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7 comments

  1. Great look with the cardi - Love how creative you are in reworking items in your closet! I don't think I could pull that off - I'd be messing with my clothes too much.

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    1. Nah, I bet you could :) This is probably the easiest and non-eye-rolling-inducing clothing hack I've come up with to-date, lol.

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  2. Love the creative way to wear the cardigan!

    Serena
    http://sfashion903.blogspot.com

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  3. The way you wore the cardigan is so innovative, I'm definitely going to try it out one day! Great outfit!
    Nidhi
    An Unblurred Lady

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  4. Gosh, I love your coat! And great idea with the cardigan! Love the soft hues. =)

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  5. Cee, you are the queen of making the most of your wardrobe pieces! The cardigan into a wrap is genius!

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