Building an Outfit #15 — Old Car as Inspiration

Soooo, I was planning a soiree and had the bright idea to incorporate a car from the late 20s/early 30s, and while my original car cancelled on me at the last minute, alas there was a hero. Thanks Jason!! Here’s one of my new favorite pics of me and the hubs with the car named … Continue reading →

Building an Outfit #14 — Chevron as Inspiration

I’m in loooooove with the mint green that’s appearing everywhere this season, or as I like to call it “granny green” (because it reminds me of a 50s kitchen or bathroom for some reason). I scored this Chevron-printed dress from Target’s clearance rack, and since it is sleeveless, I needed a cardigan or something to … Continue reading →

Building an Outfit #13 — Peach as Inspiration

I love all of the sorbet colors that are in this spring, and I just so happened to have a few items of the peach kind that I put together. Earrings–Check! Sam Moon Scarf–Check! H&M Arm Candy–Check! H&M, Sam Moon (and my trusty hair band hiding in the midst)   Dark Skinnies–Check! Gap Peach Shirt–Check! … Continue reading →

Jewelry Organization

So, I’m one of those freakishly, uber organized freaks. I especially have to have my closet organized and my accessories, but lately I’ve grown tired of the plastic pocket-hanging jewelry organizer. Confession–it’s not that I’m tired of it per se, but my jewelry is weighing it down, and they are falling apart! I love all … Continue reading →

Building an Outfit #12 — Mom’s Vintage Jewelry as Inspiration

When I was a little girl, I just looooooooved digging in my mom’s jewelry box. I could spend hooooooouuuuurrrrrssss looking at and organizing her things. Well, as a “big” girl, I have been known to do the very same thing, and after one of my jewelry box sessions, I asked her if I could have … Continue reading →

Building an Outfit #11 — Matryoshka Necklace as Inspiration

Whew! It’s been a while!! Uber busy, but thank you for your patience!!! On one of my little shopping sprees I found this cool “triple” necklace at H&M — three necklaces in one, heck yes! The charms consist of  a mossy green stone, a light pink stone, and a coral-y pink Matryoshka doll! I decided … Continue reading →

Building an Outfit #10 — Red Skinnies as Inspiration

I LOVE red! When fall began I was on a mission from the fashion gods to find red pants, and I fulfilled my mission and actually ended up with two pairs. One is a bit of a warmer red with bootcut legs, and the one I’m writing about today is a cooler red in a … Continue reading →

Building an Outfit #9 — Peacock Blue as Inspiration

I’m a sucker for blue! I also loooooove peacocks, and I liked ’em before they were “trendy”! This peacock color inspired the making of this outfit. Shirt with sheer sleeves is such a cute accent to a “plain” shirt! Banana Outlet! Pants are light heather gray from Gap Outlet. I wore two necklaces with baubles … Continue reading →

Building an Outfit #8 — Polka Dots as Inspiration

I love this ombre (dark purple/plum to ivory) polka dot scarf I scored from Gap Outlet, so it was time to get building!! Skinny Black Jeans, White V-Neck T, Scarf, Plum Cardigan — Gap Outlet Purple Flats — BCBG, from DSW Earrings — Made by Moi! (I didn’t snap a pic; purple glass beads) Make … Continue reading →

Vintage Question

Hello all! I wanted your opinions on the following question: How old does something have to be for it to be considered vintage? (Specifically clothing) In my mind, anything from the 70’s or earlier, but sometimes I hear people say they scored “vintage” items at resale shops … and these items aren’t necessarily “old”. Thoughts?????? Continue reading →