Wednesday, February 1, 2012

{outfit} Blueberry Brownie

Two outfit posts in a row, I'm on a roll (maybe you'll get one tomorrow too...but that's unlikely, its hard taking photos in the morning, so cold!) And today's title is really random, but my outfit is brown with purple...so :)

It is funny to think about how our style changes over time when we become more confident in ourselves.  If this was 2 years ago I would NEVER wear what I wore yesterday.  The short skirt, shiny leopard print fabric, button down shirt and brown pumps are all things I would never wear together.  I only started wearing a button down a few months ago (this is still my only one, I need some more...)  And the REALLY funny thing is...this outfit is SO basic (apart from the skirt.) What are some things you wear now that you would not have worn in the past?

I tried to do something with my hair but it failed miserably, I didn't do it tight enough.  The photos don't show it well but I did an upside down french braid on the back of my head and then put it in a bun at the top. And I even added a cute comb thing with gems on it.  I think its because my hair is shorter so it doesn't stay as well as it used to...

Skirt: Zara (eBay) $30, Top: Express $35, Sweater: Forever 21 $11, Shoes: Payless $18, Necklace: Vanessa Mooney won from Sterling Style, Purse: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Shopbop), Watch: Michael Kors

30 comments:

  1. LyddieGalFebruary 1, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    Yes... So many things, but that is the interesting thing about fashion!

    Im only recently into button downs myself and now I'm wanting them in every color.

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  2. UnknownFebruary 1, 2012 at 8:21 AM

    Love the skirt and the shoes, perfect match!

    xXx

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  3. Courtney ErinFebruary 1, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    I love the purple and brown combo...and this makes me wish I owned more button downs.

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  4. Jersey BlogessFebruary 1, 2012 at 9:11 AM

    I totally agree - some or most or all of the stuff I wear today I couldnt have done a few years ago - it the confidence!! you look awesome
    I do love the purple with leopard - I said I wanted to try it a few weeks back - and you just confirmed it...those colors look so great together. Beautiful!!

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  5. NauticalWheelerFebruary 1, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    I'm loving the idea of a upside down french braid! Going to have to look more into this!

    From Brooklyn with love,

    Jen

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  6. LabelSnobFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    Looks GREAT! Love your makeup too!

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  7. MosaMuseFebruary 1, 2012 at 11:09 AM

    love the name to this post :)
    cute outfit!
    xo
    MosaMuse

    MosaMuse.blogspot.com

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  8. LindsFebruary 1, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    I'm loving your leopard and purple combo - seriously jealous of this ensemble :-)

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  9. Coffee Cream and the CaffeineFebruary 1, 2012 at 12:03 PM

    Love that purple bag ! Nice color :)

    www.coffeecreamandthecaffeine.blogspot.com

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  10. UnknownFebruary 1, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    hahaha yeah the changes are funny!
    you look amazing! love your skirt! =)

    xoxo

    www.tastemycloset.blogspot.com

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  11. amy b.s.February 1, 2012 at 12:56 PM

    that is the perfect shade of purple.

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  12. AmberFebruary 1, 2012 at 2:39 PM

    cute color combo and I think your hair turned out quite nicely.

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  13. winetastegirl.comFebruary 1, 2012 at 4:20 PM

    I love the messy bun look. I've tried to do it, but can't quite pull it off!

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  14. jessFebruary 1, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    I love the skirt.

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  15. Disturbed StyleFebruary 1, 2012 at 4:36 PM

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  16. The Closet ShopperFebruary 1, 2012 at 7:07 PM

    Loving the purple with leopard combo!

    xo,
    Tracy

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  17. Content Director - Strong Female LeadersFebruary 1, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    I know what you mean. The older we get, the wiser and braver. I like how you ventured out of the box. This is a fantastic outfit.

    www.thegirlieblog.com

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  18. KassiFebruary 1, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    You're way more ambitious with your hair than I usually am in the morning. I love this look! The leopard looks fab with the purple. You look beautiful!

    http://theclosetintervention.blogspot.com/

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  19. Just Another ShopaholicFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:10 PM

    I love your hair!! Beautiful.

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  20. Stilettos DiaryFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    love the leopard skirt :)
    love
    megha
    http://meghafashionista.blogspot.com

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  21. MoniqueFebruary 1, 2012 at 11:07 PM

    i love the bright and dark purple together! you are so good with animal prints too! so many people go with red when they where leopard i like that you went with purple!

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  22. CarlaFebruary 2, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    i love the combination of leopard and purple, two of my favorites! Purple is my fav color, while im crazy for anything leopard! you look great and i wanna have a bag like yours!

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  23. Jen UmmFebruary 2, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    great inspiration! love the first pic!
    thanks for sharing!

    if you like we can follow each other on bloglovin :)
    let me know!
    STYLE DECORUM

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  24. StylishByNatureFebruary 2, 2012 at 1:06 PM

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  25. JessicaFebruary 2, 2012 at 1:24 PM

    I think that's the best part of blogging - we all get so much more adventurous with our looks! Your leopard skirt is fab!

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  26. LyFebruary 2, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    Can I say I adore your purple bag? You look super cute.

    http://www.lyzhang.com

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  27. Ms. FalconFebruary 2, 2012 at 2:10 PM

    yeah. love your leopard spotted skirt. you paired it so well with the purple blouse.

    http://wardrobexperience.blogspot.com

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  28. Golden Cheer GrahamsFebruary 2, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    LOVE the leopard skirt with that shoes !
    It's so old school: I LOVE !

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 2, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    Wow, this bag is stunning, very beautiful!!! :)

    Victoria,
    'The Wind of Inspiration' personal style blog

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  30. DeppaFebruary 2, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    Hey! your hair is looking good, don't worry :)
    This is probably my favourite outfit of this year, I'm loving purple and leopard.

    Have a nice day.
    See you!

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