Showing posts with label tie-dye. Show all posts
Showing posts with label tie-dye. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

A is for A-line

Recently, I've been playing around with skirts in different shapes.  Today's look features an A-line skirt.
Skirt:  Target (Available here)
Blazer:  New York & Company
In my early 20s, I lived in mini skirts (the shorter the better).  About six years ago, it was all maxi skirts, all the time.  More recently, I seem to have stuck to pencil skirts. Now, I'm in the mood for more variety. 
Blouse:  Old Navy Petites (Similar here)
Boots:  Payless (old)
Necklace:  Express (old)
I recently found this skirt at Target.  It has a matching bralette top, which sealed the deal for me.  The top is on back-order, but I definitely plan to rock the bare midriff look soon!

Purse:  The Limited (Similar here)
Belt:  The Limited
Yesterday, I wore this look to work.  The simple top and blazer kept the look professional, but the faux leather sleeves on the blazer, ankle boots, print of the skirt, and necklace gave the look a cool edge.
Do you like A-line skirts?

To see this blazer styled differently, click here, here, here, here, here, and here.

Thursday, March 14, 2013

Because We Can - Bon Jovi :-D

Last night, the man and I went to a Bon Jovi concert.
Tie-dye jeans:  Torrid (Available here)
Jacket:  The Limited (Available in ivory here)
I wanted a casual look with a bit of an 1980s vibe.  The neon yellow stilettos and neon pink shirt gave a nod to all the fluorescent colors of the 80s without looking like a costume.
Blouse:  The Limited (old)
Shoes:  Target (Available here)
Earrings:  Prabal Gurung for Target (Available in stores; see here)
The concert was amazing!  We had great seats (10th row).  The music was wonderful, and Jon Bon Jovi is as sexy as ever!  :-D
A few of my poorly made videos:
 What would you wear to a rock concert?

See jeans in another look here.
See jacket in other looks here, here, here, here, and here.


Monday, March 4, 2013

Fit to be tie-dyed

Today's evening look is more casual than yesterday's artsy date night outfit.
Blouse:  Target Petites (Available here)
Jeans:  Torrid (Available here)
I would wear an outfit like this for a casual evening out.  It would be perfect for going out to the movies or to a bar.

I love the bold color pop of the top.  The tie-dye jeans are slightly bohemian, which I love.   
Shoes:  Payless
Clutch:  The Limited (old)
(Similar here)
Necklace:  Target (Similar here)
Bracelet:  The Limited (old)
Rings:  Purchased at local jewelry shows
Paired with the fringed purse and necklace, the outfit has a casual rock-n-roll vibe.

What would you wear for a casual evening out?  

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To see this blouse in another look, see here.

Friday, February 1, 2013

HELP ME CHOOSE!!!!!

Tomorrow night, I am going to see Lady Gaga in concert. Woohoo!!!!

The problem is that I'm not sure what I want to wear.  I have pulled together some possibilities for the concert, and I'd love your input.

Look #1
Look #2
Look #3 - may opt for a different top with pants and blazer
I kept my hair simple and wore no jewelry for these photos to serve as a blank canvas of sorts.  For the concert, I plan on doing some crazy, fun hair and make-up and accessorizing differently depending on the outfit.
 

Which of these styles should I wear? 

Please vote for #1, #2, or #3 here on blog, Facebook, or Twitter