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    Sweater over a Dress

    The idea of wearing a sweater over a dress is not a new idea.  I am revisiting it because I think that it is a great way to expand your closet and think of your dresses as skirts. I am sharing some older pictures at the end of this post to give you some more inspiration ideas and you will notice that in those outfits I usually chose neutral sweaters. This time, I wanted to do something a little different and decided to wear my “magic dress” which I shared earlier this year. This was actually the first time I wore it for more than just pictures: it was a…

  • budget,  fashion,  winter

    Scarves: 2025 Looks

    There are many types of scarves: silk scarves, pashmina, blanket scarves, infinity, rectangle… Some are said to be out while others are preferred. Today, I am sharing 3 scarves and I tried to create modern looks with them. I am not sure if I succeeded but I did enjoy wearing each outfits. Warm winter scarves come in handy on cold winter days and add a touch of coziness, warmth and interest. Multicolored Thrifted Scarf When I saw this fun, colorful scarf when thrifting in the fall, I couldn’t pass it up from $2. It is not particularly thick or warm, but is perfect with my velvet bodysuit. Since the bodysuit…

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    Combat Boots and Olive Utility Jacket 2025 Look

    Combat boots and utility jackets have made a come back every couple of years and I have enjoyed the trend throughout the years. I love adding that more masculine or edgy piece to an outfit, especially when it create a little dichotomy. When putting together today’s outfit, I tried to add elements to make it current by choosing a pair of denim that is trending: the cuffed straight jeans. I have had several olive utility jackets over the years, never settling on one that I loved. Most I wear for a couple of years before donating them, the problem usually being the size or one that was too trendy. I…

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    Styling Velvet Joggers: Casual Fit

    I hadn’t worn my velvet joggers since last year, so I decided it was time to share some casual outfit inspiration with them. I wore the first outfit and a variation of the cardigan one since I took the pictures. You could easily replicate these ideas with any joggers but also with any textured pants. These would be great ideas to try with faux leather. Now what is fun is that I have another 5 ways to wear them in this post from 2022! I also shared a fun festive outfit with them in a post last year here and with a pretty festive top at the end of this…

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    Thrifted Vest 2 Ways

    When I thrifted this vest in December, it reminded me of a sweater/jacket that had a similar look that I wore it for many years. Just as this one, it was in a tan color which I found very versatile. With our weather here in Georgia, sometimes it is nice to have a layer that you can add to a light top/sweater to give you that extra warmth without overheating. I wanted to share two different looks: I have worn them both this past month. Vest with Skirt This outfit was inspired by one of Jodie’s looks: when she shared her outfit I thought of my skirt and bodysuit right…

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    Thrifted Neutrals: Shop Your Closet

    Today, I am sharing an all thrifted outfit (minus the shoes) that I shopped from my closet with pieces thrifted from 2 years ago to last December. I have learned a few tricks that I try to remember when I am thrifting, so I do not buy too much and so that I actually know I will wear those items. Tip #1: make sure that you like the fit! This cropped sweater is a little too cropped with low-waisted pants, but works perfectly with these high-waisted jeans. My son thought I needed a bigger sweater, but I told him I would not be raising my arms up high during the…

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    Aqua Sweater 3 Ways for The Ageless Style Link Up

    Today’s Ageless Style Link Up brings you Winter Blues! I bought this aqua sweater last year in the juniors section at TjMaxx, the color having drawn my eyes instantly. I wore it last year for the blog with white jeans here, and I thought I would share 3 more ways to wear it this year. Remember that these ideas could work just as well with any bright sweater! I found my inspiration on Pinterest, so I am sharing my inspo pictures too! Black Denim My outfit is loosely based on this picture: I shopped my closet for black jeans and my leopard shoes. I had a blush pink clutch that…

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    Styling a Plaid Ruana

    I have had this plaid ruana (Target) for several years now. While I haven’t shopped at Target for clothes recently, this is one of my past purchases that was a really good one. This ruana is versatile, it is well made and it is very warm. The material used has not shown any wear and I wanted to show you some different ways to style it today. Some of these are older looks like the first one and it does feel dated, doesn’t it? Another is from last year while the last 3, I wore in December. A blast from the past This is a picture from November 2021. I…

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    Street Style: Monochrome Black with Red Coat

    You know me, I love to shop my closet and today’s outfit is inspired by Pinterest. I don’t often wear my leggings anymore but they are comfortable on cold days where I especially want a cozy fit. When I was browsing for some ideas on how to wear my red peacoat which I have had for at least 10 years, I came across this simple outfit and decided it would be a great one to replicate and wear. The morning of the day I took these pictures, my sister in law gave me a black oversized t-shirt one of her customers gave her. I really like the saying, so I…

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    Thrifted Jacket 3 Ways

    I have been working hard at limiting any retail shopping and concentrating on find cool pieces while thrifting. If you have seen my jacket section in my closet, you know I do not need another light jacket. However, while browsing at my local Park  Ave thrift store, I noticed this cute little jacket hanging and having my half off coupon in hand, I just couldn’t pass it up. The jacket is an olive brown and while all polyester (not my favorite but this jacket is fun) it doesn’t feel like it. The sleeves are a gauzy material and the top part and lapel feel almost suede-like. I am sharing 3…