Winter Cozy Outfit with Thrifted Sweater
Last month, I drove up to Chattanooga to visit my friend Rachel and thrift together. We stopped by 3 stores and I spent a total of $14. This Time and True sweater was $3 and I almost did not see since it was on a rack that I skipped because the items were size large. However when Rachel showed me the color (I love olive) and the cute embroidery (I love embroidery!), I decided to try it on. It’s definitely an oversized sweater on me but in a pleasant way and I am so glad I got it!
My goal when thrifting (and shopping in general) is finding unique pieces that I can work into my wardrobe. I also have to be careful that they are my style: while I am all of trying new things (I got the prettiest velvet long sleeve bodysuit on clearance at Old Navy), I really wanted to make sure that I actually like what I am buying and will wear it. I have made the mistake when thrifting of buying things that were not me.
These pictures were taken mid December as the weather started getting colder but the scarf was sufficient to keep me warm. My combat boots are old from Target and my black jeans are the Old Navy Rockstar skinny jeans. I bought them last year when they were on sale for $15 (their best sale price on their jeans). They really picked up all kinds of fuzz from my scarf on that day.
I’ve gotten rid of several purses over the past few years, added a few and have created a small collection that I rotate throughout the year. This boho purse with a fringe is one I typically wear for a month or two in the fall or winter. All of my purses can be used as crossbodies.
It really is unique. It was the only one of its kind in the local boutique when I picked it up a couple years ago. I also feel like it would be great for a fall music festival. I could really create a fun boho outfit with this and my cowboy boots!
Aren’t the blousy sleeves fun? The elastic at the wrist is practical for doing chores or if I want to wear bracelets.
I am sorry all of the fuzz on my pants distract from the sleeve. I had planned to take care of it before taking the blog pictures but I forgot. We took these on the way to tennis.
I also wore this sweater with my black velvet skirt for during the Christmas break for my festive look as well as one day after church. It is soft and comfortable.
A bientĂ´t!
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28 Comments
Jennifer
I love the sleeves!
Jennifer
Curated by Jennifer
mimifce
They are fun!
Nancy
Those sleeves are really fabulous! I like details like that.
mimifce
Yes, they are really fun.
Michelle
That is a unique sweater. I’ve never seen one quite like it. The embroidery is lovely. What an amazing find! I’m with you about learning to discern what I will and will not wear. I’ve made mistakes about buying something because it’s pretty, but then isn’t me and I don’t wear it. I’m getting better at thinking it through.
Michelle
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mimifce
I thought it was interesting that it is a Walmart brand. I am so glad I didn’t skip it.
Sally in St Paul
The embroidery is gorgeous and the oversized fit works well with the skinny jeans. Looks great with that wonderful bag, too!
mimifce
Thanks, Sally!
Joanne
I really like the embroidery on the sleeves! That absolutely looks like something I’d wear.
mimifce
It’s one I reach for a lot!
Kathrine Eldridge
The top is such a great find and love the tote you paired with it! Those sleeves are so pretty.
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mimifce
I sometimes forget about switching out my purses.
Marsha Banks
This sweater is gorgeous! And, what a find! I really like how you’ve styled it with the black jeans and boots. I have really been working on narrowing my shopping to what I know will work on my body and what I like. It’s kept me from some wrong purchases!
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mimifce
It’s hard though. Sometimes I see something on someone else but then I don’t really where it when I buy it. Thankfully those purchases are far and few between.
Jill
That sweater is such a great find! I love the sleeves!
Jill – Doused in Pink
mimifce
I really reach for it often.
jodie
Sometimes it’s nice to have more oversized pieces for so many different reasons. I’m glad you found this sweater as it’s so fabulous.
With sleeves like that, it would work great with a vest too,
XOXO
Jodie
mimifce
Very true! I have some vests that need some love!
Claire
Love the sleeves on your top,I love anything with embroidery on it 🙂
mimifce
Me too! Embroidery makes things special!
Gail
Nice look, it’s great to find unique pieces and particularly at low prices. Thanks for linking and have a great week.
mimifce
Yes, special deals for nice things is always a win!
Leslie Susan Clingan
I love all shades of green but olive is one of my favorites, too. This top reminds me of one I bought at Versona. Very similar sleeves. Need to get mine out again. I like the oversized fit of your top. Mine is a little boxy.
mimifce
Yes, olive is really nice!
Mica Away From The Blue
That knit was such a great find! The top is beautiful, the embroidery and the statement sleeves are so fun and it looks great with the scarf and the black jeans 🙂
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mimifce
I wore it again this past weekend!
Grace
Yes the sweater has the perfect trendy oversized look! What a steal. I love your shoes too.
Miles of smiles,
Grace
gracefulrags.com
mimifce
Thanks, Grace. Love it when I find something thrifting that I end up loving. I have been wearing it pretty often.