Outfits Not Just Clothes

vest-Thrifted(similar here from Zara ), pants- Skies are Blue via Piperlime (similarish here ), heels-Target(similarish here ), tee-Urban Outfitters(similar here ), necklace- via Le Tote These printed pants have had quite a journey since their purchase back in November. This is their first appearance on the blog, their first appearance anywhere actually. Since the fabric is not winter appropriate I had to keep in them on hold until things warmed up, then I went back and forth on how to style them. Originally, I ordered these bottoms as part of a matching set . The coordinated top was a checkered crew-neck sweater that was not at all flattering, think added bulk. So I returned the sweater and hoped the pants would be salvageable come spring. And, here they are, more than just a salvaged garment--quite chic if I do say so myself!  I kept the navy and white theme going with the rest of the look, topping these trousers with a simple 3...

jeggings- Joe Fresh , sweatshirt-Gap(similar here ), shirt-Old Navy(similar here ), sleeveless blazer- Thrifted , boots-Loehman's(similar here ), necklace- Duro Olowu for JCPenny , watch- Nixon via Urban Outfitters You may recall my last outfit inspiration post here . I've done it again with this outfit. Inspired by this street style look from Brooklyn Blonde Original Post here Again, it's not an exact replicate, but it takes the idea of a sleeveless jacket/blazer over a jeans and sweater combo. Originally I wasn't going to wear the sweatshirt, but added it at the last second. I've been thinking about sleeveless blazers/blazer-like vests for like two years now, as evidenced by this post . After a year of no shopping, and waiting for various versions to go on sale I FINALLY found an acceptable candidate at the Goodwill of all places! Actually, my friend Tess discovered it while we were on a thrifting adventure and immediate...