11.16.2010

fashion tip - vol 1 {layers}

I've been wanting to talk more about fashion on this blog of mine. I like it. a lot...

Volume 1 = Layers.


Fall & winter are the perfect season's for layering clothing.
Layers give that casual feel - and they keep you warm too.

Here is how I do it:

A good rule of thumb is to stick with one solid and one pattern. Also adding complimentary colors help to make your clothes an "outfit".
Stripes are my "go-to". A fun stripe shirt or cardigan is a staple in my closet. Pair a stripe number with those solid sweaters or plain tees we all have in our closets and you are golden.

Also - Using a scarf or some opaque tights will help you achieve this look.

Here are some examples of layers I wore this week:


orange cardigan: banana republic outlet (major sale)
swan ruffle shirt: love&photographs consignment shop
gray pencil skirt: shade clothing
gray tights: TJMaxx
blue & white flats: Urban Outfitters
tan handbag: Coach, thrifted (orange twine)




yellow striped scarf: forever21
black & White shirt: American Eagle
Cream Sweater: American Eagle


{get dressed}

14 comments :

Janelle said...

I love the short-sleeved sweater over the stripes. Very cute.

Jennie La said...

OH boy. I love fashion dialogue. I have a problem with stripes...as in that is all I want to buy, but like you modeled so well, they can be incorporated into other looks.

One more thing, I once heard that if you have a tighter smaller cardigan wear a blousier and or longer shirt underneath, and if you have a longer or baggy cardigan/sweater, aim for a more fitter look underneath. I find these words to be good.

There is my 2 cents.

Anonymous said...

One thing to keep in mind...not everyone likes the same style so the term being "fashinable" is all relevant. A person can still "get it" and dress completely different than you.

Katie Blacker said...
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Unknown said...

Mmmm, layers are my best friend. I love the outfits. I never would have thought to put the second one together but it turned out super cutie.

karen said...

I love what you did - super cute! My favorite is the second one because I love stripes. I keep a lot of my clothes a long time, and I keep finding all different ways to use them. Have fun with your clothes, I say.

Sarah said...

Check you out fashionista!

Cicely said...

Hello, Fashion. It's nice to meet you.

Susan Anderson said...

You've got style coming out your ears.

And then some!

=)

Anonymous said...

hi, could you possibly be cuter?? i only wish it was cold enough here in cali to wear layers like that! my entire family lives in ohio and they are all winter clothes shopping. we just had a heat wave.

love the flats and the grey tights!

Mindy said...

Lookin' good. I have no layering fashion looks, so I love this!

Jen Rutter said...

keep the advice coming! I need all the help I can get!

Kristin said...

oh your are darling!
I have always loved your clothes and style!
keep the tips coming!
xoxo

my best friend jules said...

You're looking so sweet :) We're hosting a vintage jewelry giveaway in our blog, and by going through all these photos of what you like, I think it could be right up your alley! ;)

xxx mervi

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