Day 148: Lively Lemon

In contrast to the other outfit I made using these shorts, this one is particularly brighter than the all black and white from before, to say the least. The lovely sunflowers get to be featured again in the rare form of a matching background, as I generally never wear the color yellow. This is literally one of two yellow shirts that I own at the moment. The situation is pretty similar to that of my relationship with orange. This is another Anne Klein shirt and it completes the set of three that I got all at the same time at Ross (the orange Calvin Klein and the pink Anne Klein). Both my shirt and shorts are made by Annes, Ann Taylor and Anne Klein. The shorts remind me of crackle nail polish that is placed on a base coat and breaks apart so that the base coat can be seen. This necklace and earrings set was a gift, but I know it was bought from an arts show. My shoes were bought at a yard sale and that is the end of today's outfit. 

Shirt: $2.39

Shorts:$2

Shoes :$ 2 

Outfit :$ 6. 39

Live to love. Love to live. 

Day 147: Wishing for a Watermelon

Let's just talk about this pig for a second. It's made of stone, it's heavy, it's pig-sized and it's awesome. I have it lying in the shade under two trees in the front yard and it's the perfect garden decoration. It may just have to make another appearance at some point. The watermelon dress is nothing to snub one's nose at either. Tiny plaid is a staple of cute summer baby dresses, and pink and green are often placed together as there is a well-coordinated contrast between the two. Polka dots are always welcome in my book, and pigtails are adorable and keep her hair out of her face. Since she's sitting on a pig, is there any other hairstyle I could have done but pigtails?

No, just no. 

Anyways, her dress is from a thrift store, her shoes are from Facebook, and her socks are from a yard sale. 

Dress:$4

Shoes :$ 2

Socks :$.25

Outfit :$ 6.25 

Others often see what we refuse to see in ourselves.

Day 146: Denim Daydream

What really sold me on these shorts was the circle- patterned netting in the pockets. Details like that set a nice precedent for the other articles of clothing I'll use in future outfits. The only other time I've used these shorts in my blog, the shirt was white and too long to show off the fabulous lace. Therefore, denim is my choice this time and it just so happens that this is a petite shirt that is particularly short on me, but just the right length and color for these shorts. There is a definite southern tinge to today's ensemble that contrasts greatly with the outfits some of these pieces were from previously i.e. the shorts, hat, and shoes. Who can call themselves stylish though, if they can't create an entirely new look from a few core pieces? I just got this shirt from a yard sale, because I don't own much denim and even if it was not my exact size, I knew I could make it work. The jewelry is also from a yard sale, on top of the hat, and the shorts are from Ross.

Shirt:$. 25

Shorts:$13.76

Hat:$. 50

Necklace :$2

Shoes:$2

Bracelet:$1

Outfit :$ 19.51

Easy to be noticed, hard to be remembered. 

Day 145: Popping Pippy

The bambina decided to move in every single photo taken of her, so the only usable one was this where she was squishing her cheeks with her fists. For the moment, this is her last pair of tights to feature, though I'm positive there will be more to come. These shoes make me very aware of any silver in her clothes and I feel inclined to match them with any outfit that has it. Since she only had a solid yellow dress on in terms of color, and the shoes had some pink, her Pippy Longstocking pigtails got rubber bands of the same shades. With that, she really matched from head to to toe. Her dress and tights are from yard sales and her shoes are from Facebook. 

Dress:$2

Tights :$ 2

Shoes :$ 2 

Outfit :$ 6 

How you perceive yourself is how you will be portrayed to the world.

Day 144: Healer of Hearts

There is an automatic sense of propriety felt when one wears Ralph Lauren. Even a baby can be sophisticated (but still adordable) in such an outfit, especially given that it is a collared, button-down dress. She hasn't had the chance to wear these heart tights and there is no time like the present. Her zigzag hair came out as electrifying as the lightning it so closely resembles. For tights, Mary Janes are a true classic to wear. Whenever I look at her, she reminds me of a baby doll brought to life. She is the only person in the family at the moment with real bangs and they're fun to utilize in her hairstyles as they give an extra oomph to the look. Her dress came from a yard sale, her tights were on sale at target in a set of two, and her shoes were from Facebook. 

Dress:$2

Tights:$1

Shoes :$ 2 

Outfit :$ 5

Individual. Independent. Impressive. 

Day 143: Sienna Sun

Ah, orange. I've never been a huge fan of the color and this is the only shirt I own that is the color. It was cheap, and Calvin Klein, and I decided to broaden my horizons with a new color palette. The khaki White House Black Market shorts were an obvious pairing in my mind as the ensemble reminds me of a person exploring the African savanna. To pair with the zipper, gold jewelry was a must and for the finishing touch, gold sandals. Sunset was a lovely time of day for these photos since orange is actually very pretty in the setting Sun's rays. The shirt was from Ross, the shorts and jewelry a yard sale, and the sandals were a gift. 

Shirt :$. 42 

Shorts:$2

Earrings :$ 1 

Necklace :$ 1

Outfit :$ 4.42

Boldly be.

Day 142: Hello Hot Pink

This girl is growing so fast and pants galore were bought to replace all the ones she has grown out of. These are one of the glorious pairs and I matched them up with a rhinestone Hello Kitty shirt and some sparkly high tops. This is her favorite shirt, though she won't tell me her reasons and loves to say, "I'm going to wear it on my birthday." Unfortunately, she isn't going to be able to do that if she grows out of it. Such is life, and when it gets too small, I'll probably have to steal it out of her drawer in the night to keep the parting painless. Her shoes were from Facebook, her shirt a yard sale, and her pants a thrift store. 

Shirt:$1

Pants :$ 4.50

Shoes:$3

Outfit :$ 8.50

A little sparkle never hurt anything. 

Day 141: Raging Red

For all those crafty people out there, I'm sure you know just how much money can be saved with the 'I can make it myself' attitude. A relative of mine is quite nimble with yarn and made this adorable cat hat. Babies have small heads so barely any yarn needs to be used and skeins of yarn are easily bought at yard sales for barely a quarter. People often sell them by the bag-full. Anyways, a dose of red in life is always welcome and no one could agree more than Elmo, whom her socks are themed after. The little one's shirt is no lie, she truly is a cutie and mermaids are cool, so she's happy. There are a plethora of subtle details in this outfit that add up to a bright, striking look. Her shirt was bought using a special deal online at The Children's Place. Her pants and socks were from yard sales.

Shirt:$4

Pants:$1 

Socks :$. 25 

Outfit :$ 5.25 

Connecting colors can bring together the most opposite ideas. 

Day 140: Secrets of the Savanna

I have a strong dislike of clip-on earrings due to the pain they cause my ears. However, when ones such as these cross my path, even I can make an exception. Their etchings are lovely and the tusks fierce. They themselves have a personality, and it can be seen just by looking deep into their eyes. If a piece of jewelry based off of an animal has such an impact, take a second to imagine staring at the real thing, if you have not already had the pleasure. Their serenity, strength, intelligence, and stubbornness cannot be hidden by a lack of verbal communication. The earrings were a fitting accessory to match the lion zippers that are a staple of the Anne Klein brand and the silver JLo necklace as well. When I saw the jacket I knew it had to be mine and it was fate that it fit me. The jacket, capris, necklace, and earrings were from garage sales, shirt from Ross, and the shoes I don't know. 

Shirt:$. 42

Capris :$ 1 

Jacket:$2 

Necklace :$ 1

Earrings :$.50

Outfit :$ 4.92

Addiction forever or random bursts of overwhelming obsession? 

Day 139: Valentines and Volume

Happy Valentine's Day! This little sweetheart would be the best valentine ever. She was a good sport about the multiple costume changes and endless tweaking with her outfit to find the best way to display each piece. As the tutu would be plenty visible with the sweetheart onesie, I used the long rose shirt to give the illusion of a multi-layer puffy dress. Festive children are fun children and she definitely embodies that in these outfits. Her fairy-like atmosphere is intensified with the poof, the ruffles, the hearts on the tights, and her matching headband. I was impressed at the level of matching between the shoes and the tights, as the tights have flecks of silver scattered across them, and the dark pink helps too. Her sweetheart shirt wouldn't generally be attention grabbing, but since the word on the shirt is basically the only thing in the outfit that isn't pink, it stands out. We see something interesting every day if we look hard enough. Observation is the key. Her tutu, rose shirt, and headband were gifts, the shoes from Facebook, the onesie and socks from Ross, and the tights from a garage sale. 

Onesie:$1

Shoes:$2

Socks:$1

Tights:$1

Outfit :$ 5

Where is the love for pink? 

Day 138: Addicting Allure

It was a successful day at garage sales considering I got three out of the five items that make this outfit. The necklace and shirt from one, the earrings from another. The earrings are light and feel like they're made of foam. The shirt was a bit big, but tucking it in solved that problem easily. Each item I got today has a small bit of yellow in it. When the light strikes the necklace, the clear beads have a yellow hue and it can be seen in the photo in the center bead of the top strand. It just so happened that the necklace was the same red as the roses, and that is the magic of yard sales. I often find what I am looking for without even realizing I'm looking for it. The sunflower wreath in the background was a yard sale find as well, and it was only a dollar. I love sunflowers and that made me happy to find a beautiful wreath that incorporated them. Since yellow was my hidden matching detail for my outfit, they were a fitting background. The jeans are from Ross and the flats are from a yard sale. 

Shirt:$1

Pants :$ 8.99

Flats:$1

Earrings :$ 1

Necklace :$ 1 

Outfit :$ 12.99

Doesn't fit? Make it work. Tuck it in, use a belt, tailor it if need be, but eventually it will fit. 

Day 137: Fancy Friday

The cost of such a stunning outfit, the dress in particular, is unbelievable. It had a reduced price at Ross and I'll save that for the end since it was so cheap. I got the shoes at a thrift store tucked away in the corner of a group of buildings. The silver is lovely with the jewelry set that came from a yard sale. A red dress deserves red jewelry and for it to be the center of attention. Two tall orders, but it seems I managed them. Even with such a bright red color though, this dress has an amazing level of class sewn into its very design. The long flow, subtle sweetheart neckline, and beautiful lace bodice give such elegance. Anyone could feel sophisticated in a gown like this. 

Dress: $0.42

Heels:$8

Jewelry set:$5

Outfit:$13.42

The best bargain of the day is the one you are most proud of.

Day 136: Bee Bold

Can one ever truly have too many polka dots? I think not. And nothing could be more fitting than a busy outfit for the busy bees. They're an unexpected addition to the dress that isn't noticed until closer inspection. A sunflower with a polka dot center to tie in the tights and shoes makes her outfit loud, fun, and lively, despite being mostly black and white. I don't usually let her wear the flimsy tights, but she is just going to keep growing, and if she outgrows them before wearing them, then there was zero point in owning the tights in the first place. The sneakers are more play-friendly, so it kind of evens out. She was pretty fond of her clothes and that is what matters. The dress was from a thrift store, the shoes Facebook, and the tights came in a set of two on sale at target.  

Dress:$3

Tights:$1

Shoes :$ 2 

Outfit :$ 6 

Don't forget to love yourself. 

Day 135: Macaron Mayhem

I don't know who thought of macaron leggings, but they look pretty awesome on kids. She loved all the colors and when I told her that a macaron is like a cookie, she went bananas for them. It's easy to match them as long as solid colors are used so the outfit isn't overpowering. Small details like shiny sequins and iridescent flats to go along with the colorful cookies make an amazing outfit. The ruffles give some extra texture and the lace flowers are perfect to pair with those on her shoes. I have had macarons before when I visited NYC and they were an odd thing. I wasn't expecting the outer shell to crack and give way to a jelly-like filling. I thought it was going to be two solid cookies held together like a sandwich with like a cream filling or something along those lines. 

And here they are. 

It was a surprise and a bit of a letdown because I was expecting more. They really did look amazing. Anyways, her whole outfit, except for the shoes was from yard sales and the shoes were from a post on Facebook. 

Shirt:$2

Skirt:$2

Leggings:$2

Shoes :$ 2 

Outfit :$ 8

Macaron tights, enough said. 

Day 134: Best Buds

Children are ever-changing and that applies to all aspects of their beings, down to how they behave each day. Sometimes, they're bundles of sunshine and happiness and will listen well and other days they're moody and tired and don't know what to do with themselves. I prefer the happy days when it comes to doing their hair and taking photos. Today was a good day and her hair was inspired by her shirt, but a high ponytail was in order as her hair isn't long enough for a low one. It's important for a child's clothes to match as it is not just you who sees them. People don't see the whole picture when someone walks into the store with a child who isn't wearing shoes or is in clothes that have little thought put into them. Unfortunately, in life people judge based on appearances. Luckily, most kid's clothes come in sets, so the outfit is decided for you. I just so happen to take it one step further and make outfits out of a wide array of clothes that I find cute together. The shirt, shorts, and socks are from garage sales, and the shoes are from Facebook. 

Shirt:$1

Shorts:$1

Socks:$. 25

Shoes :$ 2

Outfit :$ 4.25

Who is a friend? They can be big or small, short or tall, dark or pale, or can even have a tail. 

Day 133: Loafer Lover

I have waited years to find the right peacoats, and I've finally done it. I found the black one from Shamelessly Sherlocked and this gray one. They had both been marked down at Ross from $13.99 and $14.99, the gray being the less expensive. I had been eyeing them for awhile but they got down to $5.99 and $6.99. It doesn't get much better than that and since they would have been snatched up by someone else, it was now or never. No buyer's remorse here, I honestly adore them. I paired this gray coat with a Tommy Hilfiger striped shirt, some capris, and Nine West red loafers that all were on sale at Ross. The mahogany contrasts nicely with the navy and white and some good jewelry was chosen to go with the buckle on the shoes. These tiny nuances are what make a well put together ensemble. The earrings and necklace were yard sale finds, beautiful ones I might add. 

Shirt: $ 3.60

Coat:$4.79

Capris:$7.21

Shoes:$2.79

Necklace :$.50

Earrings :$ 1 

Outfit :$19.89

Fashion week is an everyday affair for me. 

Day 132: Baby Bear

Where there is a Goldilocks, there is a baby bear. For the little girl where everything needs to be 'just right' she can have her stuffed friend by her side to keep her company in the times that are not fine. Also, to keep that girl out of trouble is a button-down jumpsuit. Add some socks to match the trim of the outfit and she is ready for the day. The outfit was actually a gift, but she's been waiting about a year to wear it. The best thing about kids is that even if you buy clothes that are a bit too big, they'll grow into them and you can say you meant for them to be that way. Her socks are from a big lot bought at a garage sale and are lovely for the ensemble. 

Socks:$. 25 

Outfit :$.25 

Never sacrifice your values for popularity. 

Day 131: Blazing Bling

So much shine, so little time. From afar, it looks like a simple,comfy, stylish outfit, and up close it still is, but the simple aspect kind of fades away the more one notices all the details. Literally every single item has some form of shine on it. Even the sweater has stripes of metallic gold in it, which is what inspired me to incorporate all of the other items. The jeans are Caché, and the stud designs on the side are a nice addition to spice up any outfit I wear with them. The neckline of the shirt is so detailed and pretty, it basically substitutes wearing a necklace. The sun was just peeking over the trees when I took these photos, so the main outfit pictures are the darkest, a glimpse can be seen on the side of the ring,  and then there is full on gorgeous sunrise reflected in the bracelet. The sweater and shoes are from Ross and everything else is from yard sales. 

Shirt:$. 50

Jeans:$2

Heels:$1.27

Sweater:$2.39

Bracelet:$2

Ring:$. 50

Outfit :$ 8.66

Your outfit speaks volumes before you utter even a word. 

Day 130: Sally Stitches

Her shirt says it all, she is just too cute and I don't know how she can handle it. Babies generally don't have access to mirrors for long periods of time, so that's probably the only way she can live with her adorableness. The polka dots and the stitches make for a great pair since there is a sharpness seen in both. Her socks actually have polka dots hidden inside the ruffles as well, as if the fact that her socks have ruffles wasn't great enough. The shirt, pants, and socks are from garage sales and the shoes were bought using Facebook. 

Shirt:$1

Pants:$1

Socks:$.25

Shoes:$2

Outfit :$ 4.25

The trends of today are tomorrow's faux pas.

Day 129: Crystals and a Cross

My scarf has pockets, I repeat my scarf has pockets! On top of being beautiful, it is also made by Michael Kors, so hopefully it'll last for many years to come. It had its original price tag on it as well, and it was $68.00 in his store. Of course, I didn't pay that. My amazing price from Ross was $2.79, and I'm not sure if any sane person could overlook that. Sometimes, I buy stuff from there just because it's $.42 (like this shirt) and I figure at least one person I know will fit in it. Let's move on to the necklace, which is quite uniquely made. It is white titanium druzy and each crystal has an opaque, well-shaped side and a side that is raw and iridescent. They're hanging on a sterling silver chain in such a way as to highlight both sides by alternating the inner and outer part of the stone. To go along with the silver, the jewelry was chosen for its simple, clean-cut designs using the metal. The capris are also from Ross and the boots were a gift. 

Scarf:$2.79

Shirt:$. 42

Capris:$7.21

Necklace:$2

Earrings :$. 50

Bracelet:$.50

Outfit :$13.42

Practicality is always in fashion. 

Day: 128: Rainbow Reaper

Children's minds are malleable and teaching them at a young age ensures the values will be instilled in them for the rest of their days (within reason of course). If I teach confidence and self-love and a sprinkle of fashion, they will rule the world and look dazzling doing it. This girl is getting an early start and I'm sure that she will grow into a lovely woman. For now, she can be a gorgeous baby in rainbow ruffles and pigtails. She can enjoy her curls while they last, though I hope that is forever. With how much love she doles out to those who meet her, it is no surprise that bright, lively colors suit her so well. The shirt is from a thrift store and the socks are from a garage sale. The leggings were a gift. 

Shirt:$2 

Socks:$. 25

Outfit :$ 2.25

Babies get to have all the fun with their hair. 

Day 127: Friend of a Flower

Rompers with snaps on them are one of the best fashion ideas ever dreamed of for children. They're easy to play in, cute, easy to pick out, and best of all, kids can't take their diapers off when they're wearing them. A lot of kids have that issue, whether it be due to comfort, curiosity, or just something to do. This fixes that problem because they have zero access to the diaper now. I don't have to fear turning my back for literally two seconds while I pick up a toy and finding a naked child in place of a previously well-dressed one. Anyways, it always cracks me up that kids' clothing has pockets while adult women are lucky if they have even one of those tiny decorative(?) ones that barely fit a quarter. I'm actually pretty curious what those are even for. Bobby pins? Finally, the romper is from a thrift store and the socks are from a yard sale. 

Romper: $ 3

Socks:$. 25 

Outfit :$ 3.25

Dress for your entertainment. 

Day 126: Smart meets Sharp

When I first showed these shoes to my mom her reaction was "They look like something your dad would wear." But, I ask this seriously, what is wrong with that? My motto is that I can make anything look good, and it is mainly about placing items in the proper outfit. I didn't want to drop the shoes into a ridiculously girly outfit, so I also added this hat that I got from my grandpa, may he rest in peace. This is an awesome hat because it has ear flaps for the cold weather that fold inwards for when the weather is warm. 

The look was meant to be a play off the dapper clothes men get to wear, with a feminine twist. It's both sharp and chic, and the gold jewelry accents the buckles of the shoes to boot. The mahogany color of the Nine West loafers were what really sold me on them, that and the price. They were originally more expensive (were reduced to $9.99 from $19.99 when I first encountered them), but they got marked down again the second time I looked at them. I figured it must be fate if I met an item twice at Ross and it got a reduced price on top of that. After I tinkered with my outfit, let's just say that my mom now wholly approves of the shoes. The dress was also from Ross, the necklace and bracelet from a yard sale, and I've featured the tights before in Allusion to Alice where my story of how I got them is as well. 

Dress:$. 42

Loafers:$2.79

Necklace:$2

Bracelet :$ 2

Outfit :$ 7. 21

There's nothing wrong with borrowing a bit from the boys.