It's about that time again... time for a change. Not only do I want to switch up my hair, but I'm probably switching salons.
I've been wanting to add more color/funk/blonde for a bit now, but didn't know what I wanted to do. Scratch that, I still don't know what I want to do.... but after finding the absolutely marvelous Ruby Devine, I've got some inspiration [and excitement to hopefully get her hands on my head]!
Obviously I need your help. I've gathered some of my favorites, now we just need to team up to narrow it down. I'm hoping to keep a red base of some sort and add a little bit of blonde/light to it all, but I'm open to your opinions too. If you really love one of these but think different colors would be best, you just let a girl know.
By now, I assume you know what I look like... so check out these styles, most of which Ruby has done herself, then weigh in on your faves!
I'm sure a lot of people are like "aren't most of these the same?" Well, no... but very similar. BUT STILL DIFFERENT, OKAY?!
Maybe we also discuss color...
You know how much I appreciate you helping me make such really hard decisions, right? You're always here for me. I owe ya.
I tried to resist shopping during Memorial Day weekend.... but knowing all the sales, I really couldn't. One thing I got was this kimono from Charlotte Russe. It was on my "to get" list for a couple weeks.
The color is perfect, it's super light, but when I first put it on, I realized they're not the most flattering pieces of clothing. That's why I had to come up with some options before I decided to keep it.
This entire option [which I actually wore to work] is straight out of Charlotte Russe, minus the purple pants from F21 and bracelet from BlueLans.
With the fun colors in the kimono, it makes it extra fun for make-up. The shadow was actually a lot more purple than it shows here, but oh well.
This could totally be my birthday outfit, or something for a girls day out, right?! Even though there's no pink in the kimono, I love how the colors work together.
-skirt is from F21
-cropped cami from H&M
-bracelet was a hand-made gift
-necklace from F21
-booties also from F21
And now for the most simple outfit, even with mis-matched patterns.
-tank from Old Navy
-shorts from Kohls
-sandals from GoJane
-earrings from the beach
I think I'll keep it! I also tried it with a white skater dress, which was okay, but I think it's best paired with form-fitting options. Also- picking a necklace always seemed to be difficult. I wanted to wear a shorter, chunkier, colorful necklace... but never felt good about it.
Which is your favorite look?
And of course, any of your opinions are always wanted in these posts!
We could look at these posts as something helpful like I really couldn't decide what to wear... or we can look at them as the truth: I tend to wear the same things a couple days in a row. [I also eat the same meals for days in a row... WHATEVER.]
Last week, it was all about my black [p]leather jacket from Target.
This sweater comes out of my drawer once a year. I always think it's a bad idea, but really it isn't! I added a little color with the necklace and voila.
jacket- $15 from Target
sweater is super old... like 8 years.
jeans- Express via TJ Maxx $16
boots- $17 from Target
necklace- $5 from Charlotte Russe
This time I decided to go with one of my fave new neon tees, which just happened to match this scarf perfectly.
I guess I could also ask which hair-up style is better, but considering both happened because I was feeling incredible lazy, I won't. Do tell which outfit you like best, though!
Any volunteers to do a This/That post? You just holler at me!
I think I just discovered a new thing I want to start doing! And there are even a few ways for YOU to get involved!
There are several things in my closet that are my own staples that I try and figure out different ways to wear them every day... and then there are also outfits where I can't figure out which accessories or something works best... so now I'm just going to ask you!
It started with this gray military jacket I dusted off from my closet. I used to wear it all the time [as you see in the header pic up there] even though it was uncomfortable. I tried it out again, and it fit way better than before! Now I can wear it buttoned up, which I never even considered before.
So... it's a simple change, but what do you think works best?
I've been obsessed with striped tanks for a while now because they're the easiest way to add a little something under jackets, cardigans, etc... plus they're the easiest pattern to mix-n-match with! This tank would be worn every day if it was acceptable.
Recently, I wore it around Philly with my favorite green jacket and tan boots, and again for an artist interview/performance with a pink blazer and booties. [I'm not sure if the cut of the neck droops with the pink because I wasn't wearing a tank underneath or it was stretched out.. woops.]
With these, I feel like they're so different it's not really about picking one or the other... right?!
And finally, I've been trying to pair up a scarf and blazer for a while, but for whatever reason I always think it looks way better on other people. When I posted an intoxicated selfie asking for opinions, everyone loved the final option. I tried two other accessories first, though- A coral bubble necklace and black chandelier earrings.
My idea for getting YOU involved is simple! If you ever have a hard time deciding on something with an outfit, send it to me, and we'll help you out! We're all friends here. We won't bite unless you deserve it. Just tweet or Instagram a pic and tag me [@luvelizabethany] or email it to me!
I'll also try to reach out to some of the WYWW regulars to do this soon.
love,
elizabethany
PS OUTFIT DETAILS:
gray military jacket from Rue 21 years ago
purple jeans from Forever21 heels from H&M
silver gold chain bunch of necklaces
white blazer from KMart!
top from LC Lauren Conrad
Express jeans from TJ Maxx
black booties from F21
bubble necklace was a gift black chandelier earrings
scarf from Charlotte Russe
