Next!!!!

So one of my BFFs has been stalking  reading  my blog.  She really needs one of her own because her eye for putting items together is incredible.So, anyway back to the post......This week she has imposed a challenge to me-Gifted and Thrifted.  I can only wear items that were either thrifted and/or gifted, shoes included.  Now, of course I am up for the challenge!  But.....after discussing this challenge with her, I was able to come up with "rules". 

I can only wear items that were either gifted and/or thrifted, including shoes.  Accessories are not included in the challenge.  If I have to add something to make the thrifted/gifted outfit to work, then the piece that is to be added has to come from my Basics list, like a white tee shirt for example.

Well, let's see how I do!

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!!

So Predictable

Today was just one of those days.  I couldn't decide what to wear and I knew that it was going to be a long day at work, so I wanted to be comfortable.   So today, I went for a predictable look......

tee shirt-Dots
pants, label removed by tailor-Goodwill $4.95
shoes-Calvin Klein, $21.00
bag-gift
flower pin-gift
I love these pants. I bought them when I was a bit bigger and had to stop wearing them because they kept falling off.  But, I found a great tailor, so they are back in rotation!  Tomorrow is going to be beautiful, so you know what that means- soaking up the sun and some thrifting!

Happy Friday