I Love My Sister

My sister works across the street from a thrift store and when she is not at work- lunch or break, she pops in to see what she can see...This is what she saw for me....

First coat is an Apt 9. The second is a Worthington with a removable lining.

This set she found for me at Goodwill.  I really love my sister!! Now, I need to purge some of my other shoes (GASP!!) I hope that I can find a good home for them. Until then......

Ann Taylor Goes Rock

Today's look kinda made me laugh.  On the door today.....

skirt-Ann Taylor, Goodwill
faux leather vest-Dots
(not posted) black t-shirt-Dots
 I really like this vest and you will definitely be seeing more of it......
Stay fabulous!!!

The End-Finally!!

I have reached the end of my self-imposed challenge!! Today, I knew that I was "breaking" my basics rule with the jacket, but I couldn't resist.  So.....

jacket-label removed, thrifted from Goodwill
(it's a boucle w/ pink, white and beige stripes in it)
white tee shirt-Dots
black pants-thrifted from Goodwill
rose pin-gifted from my bff
watch-Wal-Mart, $10.00
black ballet flats(not pictured, sorry!)-thrifted, Goodwill
necklace-Dots

I got myself a tripod so I am trying to get the hang of this. I am apologizing now for the poor pics.  It's supposed to be beautiful here all weekend, so I plan on getting in some major thrifting.  Have a great weekend and stay fabulous!  I am linking up with Fabulously Thrift and Fashionable Friday.

Not Like I Imagined

Today's basic look was nothing liked I imagined it would be.  In my head, it looked alot better..Has this ever happened to you?  What do you think?

black ruffled jacket-gifted
white-zippered tee shirt-Wal-Mart, Ms. Tina Collection
khaki pants-thrifted, Goodwill
brown ballet flats- clearance, $12.00
necklace-Dots
I was sorta okay with this look today. Believe me, I so wanted to put on my giraffe print ballet flats because they have a touch of red that would have made this not so blah, but I reminded myself that I was just doing basics.....Tomorrow is my last day of this self-imposed challenge for the week and I am warning you now, my basic rule is sort of out the window!  But, I'll let you be the judge of that.

Stay fabulous!!

I Almost Caved

Today I almost caved!!! But, nonetheless I pulled it together for today-

Black cardigan-gifted
White button down-Wal-Mart, Ms. Tina Collection
black pants-thrifted, Goodwill
black pumps-Calvin Klein, clearance
red rose pin-gifted
handbag-gifted from late hubby
scarf-thrifted from Goodwill
necklace-Dots

Hope I make it!!

Back to Work

Well, my three-day weekend was over, so back to work.  Today I think I looked like I was wearing a school uniform......

black jumper style dress-gifted
purple necklace-?
black pumps-gifted
floral tights-clearance from Target
purple flower pin-gifted
purple leopard printed scarf-Affordable Scarves
white tee-shirt-Dots
What do you think?


Stay fabulous!!!

Back to Basics

Some time ago I came across http://www.thebudgetfashionista.com/ and her book.  What a find!!  She has one section in her book where she talks about the basics that we all should have in our closet.  That's when it  hit me!   Why not do a week of "Just Basics"?

For the upcoming week, all pieces will be basics- including shoes.  I will play around with the accessories with the exception of the handbag. I will be using the basics there as well.  Here's my list of basics:

White t shirt
Black t shirt
White button down
Black dress
Black skirt
Khaki skirt
Black pants
Khaki pants
Dark denim jeans/trousers
Black cardigan
Black jacket
Trench coat
Brown flats
Black flats
Black pumps

I know it's kinda bland, but with the right accesories and a pop of color, this just may work.

Today was an off day from work so I was able to wear my jeans today.
Monday-

Trench coat-Old Navy
white tee shirt- Dots
dark denim jeans-Old Navy
black flats-gifted
black bag-gifted
necklace-Dots
scarf-gifted
As the day got a little warmer and breezier, I traded the trench coat for my black cardigan. This I wore draped around my shoulders.  One day down........I hope I don't get bored and flake out.  Wish me luck!!

My WIP

With spring right around the corner, I have some really cute pieces that I would like to add to add my closet. But instead of turning out something, that will "just do", I want pieces that have better fit. I really don't have a lot of staples in my closet, so that's where I want to start. I have a pencil skirt pattern that I've made twice, but I wasn't quite satisfied w/ the fit. So, back to the drawing board with that and to the bookstore.

Right now, I am working on Simplicity 4036.

I have some fabric in mind for this skirt. So, before I jump in, I decided to make a muslin. I know this is a simple pattern and for some, it may not warrant a trial run, but for me, I have to. I have some curves that I have been playing around w/, so I hope to get the pattern grading just right. From what I have been able to determine from my measurements, this skirt will be graded from one size at the waist to another size at the hips. I found this tutorial, so I think that I am on the right track.

On the first run, the fit in the waist was just right. Now, I need to get the grading on the hips. Back to the drawing board. I hope to have this worked out by the weekend, so I should have my skirt soon. One of my goals for 2009 was to learn to insert an invisible zipper. So, I figure that I may as well get this down, too , while getting the fit of the skirt. Wish me luck!!!

Happy sewing