Print skirt and VCRs

Blouse- Loft  similar  similar  similar

skirt- JCPenney  option  option   option

shoes- Belk  option

worn May 27, 2015

This morning the radio announcer asked if anyone still had a VCR and VHS tapes. He asked if anyone still watched those VHS tapes. Why yes, we do have a VCR, and for a good while, it was the way our whole system was routed through to make the surround sound and such work. Repair men, and especially the alarm guy who also does sound systems, would come in our home, look at my husband, and say "Sir is that a VCR?" As if it were a dinosaur or something.

I am happy to report we got Uverse a few months ago and we don't use the VCR. We didn't watch VHS tapes either, but like some callers on the radio, I think we have a few for sentimental value. SO, do you still have a VCR?

I last wore this skirt with a patterned top, but I wanted to get another wearing in while I was still inside my self imposed spring capsule. I paired it with the pale yellow button up. This outfit was so simple I almost felt like I wasn't dressed, but I was definitely cooler without a blazer.

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The sleeveless trench

 

Trench- Tommy Hilfiger via Poshmark  option  option  option

blouse- Loft  option

skirt- Target  option

shoes- Payless  option  option

worn May 20, 2015

 

The trench that I included in my capsule is finally making an appearance. When I decided that I had to have this piece, I went on an all out search and caved in and spent more than I would like to on one piece, even buying second hand on poshmark. I convinced myself it would be very versatile for work and lighter than a blazer when it got warmer, but then I didn't have the courage to wear it because it's so different for me. I'm sure it will gradually see more wear. I had fun wearing it.

 

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Blues and white

 

Vest - Forever 21 option  option

pants- TJMaxx  option

shirt- JCrew factory

shoes- Payless  option  option option

necklace- online boutique option

 

Three more pieces from my capsule. I think this is one of my favorite ways I've worn this white vest so far. It's in the capsule because it's a challenge to me. I love vests but freeze when it comes to styling them. Below are two other ways I've worn the vest.

 

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The layer formula again

Shirt- old

sweater- Talbots-thrifted  option

pants- TJMaxx option

shoes- Kenneth Cole Reaction option

bracelet- old

necklace- groopdealz  option

Worn Feb. 4, 2015

 

I talked about this already this week -my subconscious development of a go to winter formula. I did it again. This time I was reminded by the Loft website and their pairing of tweed pants with a yellow blouse of my own yellow sweater.

 

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A winter formula

 

Shirt-JCrew Factory 

sweater- Gap option  option  option

pants- Loft  option

shoes- Payless option  option option

necklace- Sears  option

worn Jan. 28, 2015

I seemed to have unintentionally developed a go to formula for my winter work wear- sweater+layered over button up+ skinny pants (or trousers) + heels. I did it here and  here and again with this outfit. What are your go to outfits for staying warm but professional in the winter?

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Interjecting color

Sweater-Gap option  option  option

shirt- JCrew Factory  option

pants- TJMaxx option

shoes- (old)  option  option

necklace/charm-(old)  option  option

watch- Fossil  option

Worn Dec. 8, 2014

I was told by my coworker last week that I looked "springy". I wasn't going for a spring look. I've got lots of sweaters and scarves to wear before I look forward to spring again, but I was certainly going for warmth with layers. And I'm certainly not afraid to interject a little color into a winter day.

The last time I wore this patterned shirt, I wore it by itself in a casual outfit. This time I made it part of my business attire.

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Boyfriends and oxfords

Shirt- JCrew Factory  option  option

jeans- Loft

necklace- gift

shoes- JCPenney  option

Worn Oct. 28, 2014

 

I started the day in this blouse with a navy suit and heels for work, but had a half day off for an appointment. I went home and changed into these comfy boyfriend jeans and oxfords. I fought the boyfriend jeans trend up until I finally purchased these in the spring. The first pair had no distressing. The distressing finally won over on me and I purchased this pair. They have minimal distressing but still lend themselves to a put together look (vs "thrown away"). Some gals do a great job of styling jeans with both knees torn and lots of holes, but I just don't think they fit my lifestyle and activities.

 

I also fought the oxford trend when it first came back. I had a pair of white ones when I was 13. (I'm over 40 now.) All of those trends from my awkward teen years were just too much of a reminder of those years to embrace right away. However, add some shine or sparkle, and I'm in. I got this pair during a sale with coupons for $15 so I think I'll get my cost per wear from them, even though they were bought just for fun.

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30x30 recap

Here's all 30 outfits in one place. Look HERE for the original pieces. You can check each post September 1-30 for outfit details.

My thoughts? Doing this really got the creative juices going on putting together outfits and using pieces in ways I had not worn them before. I was able to put together way more than thirty outfits, but by about day 20 I was really bored with these pieces. I in no way want to limit my wardrobe to 30 pieces or even 37 for three months. I'll admit it's an intriguing idea but I just don't think I could do it. I have such a super conservative dress code for work that I needed more pieces than 30 combined for personal and work gave me. Some days I even need more flexibility for work- pants are better for some activities I will be performing than skirts and some days casual attire is allowed (but it's not attire I'd blog about- it's like standard uniform khakis and polo or button down and safe, functionable shoes, not anything I consider fashionable.)

I got really bored with the lack of options for off duty attire. I feel like I wore the same pair of jean three times a week. I didn't really but close. Some of the extra outfits were created from these thirty pieces and a couple of times I pulled something else from the closet to go with them. (Not all of the extras got photographed so they are not pictured.)

I did like the ease of having outfits put together ahead of time and having less options actually made that easier so I have given some consideration to the capsule wardrobe but instead of trying to limit myself entirely and packing away other things, I'll just be using the concept for creating outfits in the future with no self commitment to wearing only those items for a set number of days.

AND shoes- I love shoes. I did not like limiting my shoe choices. Shoes are accessories and some of my outfit ideas needed different shoes.

I hope that I don't come off as spoiled. I readily admit I have too many clothes and shoes and if God only blessed me with thirty items to wear, I'd happily wear them as I trust he would also give me peace and contentment in that. Thank you Lord for clothing me AND giving me options in that.

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