She's So Crafty, Scarf Hanging DIY Organization

If you are a scarf girl like me, you may have found yourself drowning in baskets of scarfs.  Every day, pouring through the baskets looking for one to go with your outfit or the perfect pashmina to go with your evening dress.  I was given a scarf organizer from my sister in-law from IKEA but because of how many scarfs I have, it wasn't cutting the mustard.   I used (2) command hooks and a pressure rod that I already had on hand and measured out on my wall where I wanted the scarfs to hang.

As you can see I then organized the scarfs by color and have them draped over the rod.  This is only about 1/3 of my scarfs but they are the ones I use most often.  Also, this doesn't work as well with Infinity scarf's and regular scarfs mixed in because they end at different lengths.  That being said, you can hang 2 rods up one above the other on your wall if you have the room.  

What do you do to keep yourself organized? 

Spring OOTD, Plaid, Purple and clearance finds

While wondering the isles at Wal-mart I found my self in the boy's section at a clearance rack and found the most amazing plaid shirt with beautiful spring colors of Blue's, Gray's and Purples with flecks of Silver.  Perfect for Spring/Summer Pairings as well as impromptu rodeo's for only $3.00.

I tried this little beauty over my turtleneck...A bit snug but all the buttons done up I could still breathe so I bought it.

Today I used my find to put together a Spring outfit.  

The colors don't look so good in the picture, the sweater is not as Pink as showing ~ is more of a deep lavender and matches perfectly with the purple in the shirt.  The Skirt is also not showing in the picture its true color, its more of a dark purple.  

I can't wait to style this shirt with my other Spring/summer staples that are still packed away because we still are getting snow.  

Do you have any ideas on what to pair my new plaid shirt with?  Share and comment below.

Thank you for reading my beautiful friends!

Friday OOTD : Dress Barn Clearance haul

Today's outfit was inspired by the Spring like weather weather coming soon and my need to not continue to dress like it's the middle of winter.  Actually, my outfit was purchased in its entirety last night at Dress Barn on my way home from work and was the last bit of money on my Dress Barn gift card.  The pants (similiar) are a pattern that I would normally never even attempt on my bottom half but for less than $10.00 I tried them on and fell in love.  Here is a close up of the pattern.

The top is a vibrant blue light weight sweater (similiar)with Silk back high low hem.  I layered the sweater over a light purple button down (similiar)for warmth more than anything but the color is actually in the pants.

I am wearing an arm full of bracelets from Lia Sophia and necklace also from Lia Sophia. 

Are you starting to wear your spring time colors? post comment below on how you add "spring" back into your step and wardrobe.

Thanks for reading my beautiful friends!

What to Wear Now, What to wear Later : a Jumpsuit

I recently purchased a jumpsuit from forever21 and am in love!!!.  The fit is perfect and came via mail fairly quickly but its made for warmer weather and I wanted to wear it today!.  To make it cold weather friendly I styled it with a red turtleneck and heavy weight Jones New York Sweater.  I balanced the top with heavy fleece socks and booties.

I added silver Jewelry and a black scarf and was off to work.  

Summer/warmer weather I plan to swap out the heavy sweater and boots and changed up the jewelry to Gold tones.  My red flats and belt also have gold accents and to the outfit.  I also plan to accent the black/white patterned jumpsuit with other colors instead of Red throughout.  You can really pump up the outfit wearing heels and larger jewelry accents for a night out on the town.

What are you wearing now that will continue to be a staple in your wardrobe through summer? 

Pink, Pattern and flats OOTD

Today started "rough" and included me falling and ruining my intended outfit.  Because I had to rush and change quickly just threw together this outfit.

On my Toes, I am wearing a pair of blush pink flats with a rosette detail on the toe from Jessica Simpson, My black skinny dress pants are from Lane Bryant my turtle neck and shirt are both from Dress Barn

I topped it off with a mix of Lia Sophia Jewelry, heirloom and Wal-Mart and an off brand Black skinny belt.

Have you ever had a day that started off so bad that it could only improve?  The upside is I ended up with a really cute outfit and got loads of compliments all day about the pairing.  What do you do when you are in the midst of a fashion emergency?

Shopping your Closet, Restyle old favorites!

Today I used pieces already showcased on my blog to re-imagine a look. 

I used the Red turtle neck dress from last week and the floral print dress from last month and combined them for a bit more coverage.

 

I added a brown leather belt purchased in Mexico in my teen years, brown tights and brown suade shoes from Mudd, layered on the jewelry and called it good.

 

Baby, its cold outside so took the look to a new level by adding a smart looking suade Jacket in a yummy green shade that matches to thedress and an animal print scarf that goes with everything.

 

Gray is the new black, Outfit of the Day

The most amount of color I have on today is in my chapped lips and nose.  I've been battling a cold for over a week now and it's clearly showing in my outfit. 

Today I am wearing a gray skirt by Dress Barn and a cream blouse picked up a few years back at the Salvation army that I found a similiar look at H & M.   

On my feet I have grey suade kitten heals that I picked up at Dress Barn on clearance last year. They have a nice rosette detail on the toe and they are very comfortable to wear throughout the day.

 

I have on tights in gray and did also have on a sweater for warmth but the heat is cranking in the office so I took the sweater off. 

 

On my neck I am wearing a necklace picked up a SWIRL my favorite consignment store in Putney VT.

 

 

Im also wearing to match a pair of earings called Kohl from Lia Sophia and a discontinued bracelet from Lia sopia with a heart accent as well as my charm bracelet.

 

I felt the need to really look polished and professional today coming off a long weekend and a sick day.  How do you like to present yourself at work Monday Mornings?  Make a comment below and don't forget to subscribe to my blog and share my link with your friends.

 

Happy Shopping!

 

Print, an animal flair Outfit of the Day

Today I am embracing my animal nature and the need to be comfortable at the same time. 

 

Top, is a silk print with lace detail on the bottom hem and cuffs.  Jacket is black with complimentary lining to the shirt.  Black skinny dress pants with leather detail and flats.

 

 

Lia sophia leaf design necklace "effloressence" and a long strand of pearls from my Aunt Jan's jewelry collection.

 

 

stacked pearl bracelets from Kiam Collection Lia Sophia with "branch out" also from Lia Sophia and peeking through is a black hair tie with gold accents from goody.

 

 

 

Flats are deep burgandy with gold accents. So comfortable!

 

Can you feel the roar?

Purple Passion Outfit of the Day!

Today’s outfit consists of the most amazing pair of shoes I have in my winter wardrobe.  The color in the picture does not do it justice.  The suede pump is a lovely burgundy with leather purple piping.  The shoes are from Pink studio but you can find a similar pair here Similar .  My pants are Dress Barn stretch black skinny dress pantsDress Barn  My T-shirt is a cowl neck, purple top from fashion bug on clearance years ago but you can get a similar look at   LaneBryant and my jacket is from Merona by way of Label shopper which I found on-line for you here E-Bay  I accented the outfit with a pair of small drop pearl earrings and pearl bracelets from Lia Sophia collection.    

Wardrobe challenge, who’s in?

I read a few blogs and saw a few YouTube video’s about wardrobe challenges, I even tried it out a few months ago.  The concept is to pare down your wardrobe to 6 essential pieces and only wear those pieces for a month.  You are also free to add in Outerwear, athletic cloths and whatever accessories you like.  I lasted 24 days with 12 items. J Here are the pictures from my adventure.  If you planned to take the challenge, what would you choose? How would you pair them up? And how long would you last?

Above you can see what I selected (sort of)

Blue Shirt

Red Sweater

Blue Pattern dress

Animal print dress

Black/white skirt ( not in picture)

Black/White pattern top

Cream blouse (not pictured)

Boyfriend Jeans

White T-shirt with embellishments

Red pants

White Skirt

Blue/white pants (not in picture swapped out denim skirt in picture)

First Outfit

Blue dress shirt and Blue/white pants

Accessories included Gold Necklace, red skinny belt, gold flats (not shown) and a white tank that I convinced myself was "athletic wear".

Next outfit was my black/white top and pull on white skirt.  I threw in the Dansko clogs Jolly Roger style, mixed color beaded necklace and a pop of pink in my bangle bracelet.

Day three, Blue Pattern dress, red sweater and Red skinny belt shoes were again my gold flats

Blue Shirt and black/white skirt with Red belt

Animal Print dress worn with cream blouse over it with Belt and accessories were matching set necklace and bracelet.  Red Shoes from Nine West

Boyfried Jeans and T-shirt with Flip flops

Blue pattern dress (worn as a top) red sweater and blue/white pants

Red pants, cream blouse, yummy shoes and outwear denim jacket

Not shown combinations.

Wore Black/white skirt with White T and red sweater

Animal print dress with red sweater

White skirt with Blue Shirt

Boyfried Jeans with cream blouse

Red pants with White T and blue shirt as jacket

Black/white top with red sweater and jeans

White skirt, black/white skirt as top, red sweater 

Animal print dress with T-shirt over it

White T shirt blue/white pants with red sweater

Black/white skirt with cream blouse

Black/white top with red pants

Animal print dress with Blue shirt over it

Blue pattern dress (worn as shirt) red pants

Red pants, black/white skirt as a tube top, blue shirt belted open with red skinny belt

then started to wear the same combination over again and got frustrated and stopped :)

A shoe story, how high is too high?

Contemplating the height of shoes and professionalism, I always take the high road (pun intended).  If you can walk in them, you are good to go.  If you can’t walk in them ~ they are sitting shoes and if you have no meetings and can get away with it, wear them.   The higher the heel, the closer to god?  Today I am rocking a pair of heels in black/purple by T.U.K. Similar 

My outfit is pretty plain, just a grey/black animal pattern skirt and grey sweater.  I added interest with a punch of color in my shoes and accessories to match.