Throwback Thursday!

Today's post is a little bit different. I'm throwing it way back to when I was featured on College Fashionista for this layered look back in my senior year of college (aww good times). I loved this outfit, because it was super chic and extremely warm, which obviously was necessary. It was almost exactly 3 years ago that this picture was taken by fashion guru Irene Wang. I realized that I have worn all these items many times since and they've shown up on the blog often! I get asked all the time how I can afford all these clothes. My answer is always that most of them are super old! I try and re-purpose some of my favorite items and keep them trendy in new and fun ways, because my clothes budget is truly abysmal. 

How do you 'recycle' outfits?

Click picture above for Purdue's College Fashionista Site

Fur vest options:

Calvin Klein

DKNY

Forever 21

Farm girl chic

I wouldn't refer to myself as a farm girl, simply because I do not have that work ethic, and I don't like to get dirty. I have mad respect for girls that can claim that title, so to channel their spirits, I tried to emulate a farm gal in today's look. Granted, I probably couldn't achieve any status as a farm hand, but it's super cute, so from a blogger's POV, I'm happy. I love this ruffle slip from Forever 21, it's so versatile and completely changes a look! Paired with my trusty Frye cowbow boots, a plaid button up, and you can't forget a jean jacket this look fits the bill, buffalo bill that is ;) Have a great Wednesday everyone!

xo

-A-

Get the look:

Ruffle slip: Forever 21 (old) Similar: A'reve Layered Ruffle Dress

Boots: Frye (old), Steal: French Blu Women's Tall Cowboy Boots - Black, 

Splurge:FRYE Women's Mustang Stitch Tall Riding Boot • Frye

Jean jacket: Levis Levi's® Fitted Trucker Jean Jacket - Saddle Blue • Levi's

Similar plaid shirt: LOVE 21 Split-Back Plaid Shirt • LOVE21

Tights: Hanes Silk Reflections Blackout Super Opaque Tights • Hanes

Saddle up

Today's look is super simple and cowgirl inspired! Granted, it's pretty subtle influences, but I love the denim on denim and the cowboy boots! I paired it with black tights and a fun high-waisted skirt to make it a little more up-town than honky tonk. However, I love that look too! I like mixing fashion influences to make a unique outfit. Whether it is dressing up a cute pair of jeans, dressing down a lbd, or putting modern touches on a classic western look. 

How do you mix it up?

xo

-A-

Quilt me pretty

With the chilly winds increasing I opted for a comfy quilted jacket from my most recent LeTote. I love this quilted look, especially paired with beaucoup zippers and leather accents. I like the navy color too and since the black leather accents are on it I can mix it with a black blouse. I had to break up the look with some camel boots, sometimes even a neutral can be a "pop" of color!

 

What's your favorite neutral look?

 

xo

-A-

 

 

 

 

Get the look:

Jacket: Le Tote, Also Here

Top: Le Tote

Jeggings: Hue

Boots: Similar

 

 

Little Dancer

With my ruffled top under a gold shimmery peplum tee I felt inspired by Degas! This pose is one of many he emphasized in his work. Granted, this pose was totally by accident, but I feel like it works! I love this little ruffled tank as a layering piece. it's a nice simple piece that adds, quite literally, some flare. Have a great day and enjoy this beeaauutiful weather!

xo

-a-

Spring in my step

I'm constantly revealing my style obsessions. This time it's my boots! I love love love boots, I cannot get enough and I will wear them all year round. These were a really simple pair I got on Shoedazzle on super sale. I love them mixed with the soft floral wrap dress for a mix of styles.

How do you wear boots in the spring? I think they're a completely accessible style all year round! Boots to me, especially in spring, are statement makers! They can turn a simple sundress look into a more alternative funky look.

I love this dress from Forever 21! I love florals for spring, but now I always think of 'The Devil Wears Prada'. "Florals. For Spring. Groundbreaking." Miranda Priestly. She is right, this is not any new pattern for the season, but it's a definite Spring staple.

Get the look:

Dress: Forever 21 (old), Similar, Similar; Boots: Shoedazzle (old), Steal, Splurge; Jacket: Nordstrom; Purse: Coach