October 2, 2012

Use What You Have








Sweater: Club Monaco; Chambray Top: H&M; Skirt: Banana Republic; Purse: Zara; Ankle Boots: Urban Outfitters; Hat: Banana Republic; Socks: Joe Fresh 

With the exception of this carry-all and the socks, every item of this outfit is from seasons and even years passed. Sometimes you just need to re-work your closet a little bit to find new and interesting ways of wearing what you already own. Take all of these items for example: black skirt, chambray top, v-neck sweater, wedge ankle boots, and a wool hat - all classic staples that you likely already have in your wardrobe. And if you don't, or you feel like you just need an update try this wool skirt, this v-neck sweater, this hat, or these ankle boots. What items in your closet do you tend to wear again and again?

5 comments:

  1. I love the idea of working your closet into new items. It is kind of the way I live right now. I don't have a budget for clothes right now and its hard because I love shopping and fashion, but it is also almost as fun to just recreate what you already have! Love this outfit and I would have guesses that each piece was new for this season! Great inspiration :)

    xoxo,
    Rachel

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    1. Thanks Rachel - and I totally agree with you! Sometimes it's even more satisfying to re-create outfits from pieces you already own than it is to find a great current piece in stores.

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  2. Oh Melissa, you look so pretty! :) Love this preppy and warm transitional look, and I am adoring that cloche hat, red lip, and wavy hair on you!

    xo from SF,
    Sabrina
    http://www.rougespark.com

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    1. Aww thanks Sabrina! Fall always makes me thing of red lipstick :)

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  3. Warm, cozy, and stylish! Just the way I like my fall outfit:)! And I agree with you about rediscovering pieces in your closet and trying to work them into your wardrobe!

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