Most of us have what we call an easy outfit or a uniform. Something that we just grab, put it on and go. This is actually a little bit upgraded easy mom outfit. If you want me to be honest with you, my daily uniform is a pair of leggings, huge wrinkly t-shirt and a messy hair. But since I’m going out for brunch that day, I gotta dress a little bit more appropriate than my house clothes.
tunic : Macy’s / vest : Marshalls (old) similar here / boots : Ivanka Trump / hat : c/o via Popsugar from Cat and Lucy / watch : c/0 JORD / bracelet : Charriol / bag: Prada
Repurposing items of any sort is a great idea. First, you don’t have to spend a lot of money. Second, it is sustainable to the environment. Third, being able to create something gives you an empowering feeling.
As a petite person, repurposing long tops into dresses is not new to me and I do that quite often. But, it also is kind of tricky to style because they are meant to be a top rather than a dress. All of us have different body types, so you just have to trust your judgement if a long top is good enough to be a dress. As a case in point, this “dress” that I’m wearing is not a real dress. It is a tunic top that is long enough to be worn as a dress. I have worn this as a top here.
Another great thing about repurposing is, it’s a good exercise to your creativity because it requires you to use your good imagination. It could be a clothing , a decor or a furniture….anything that you think that can serve a new purpose. It gives a great feeling that can make you smile. We all know that money doesn’t buy happiness all the time, but repurposing will make you happy for sure.
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Top: Express (sold out) similare here and here / Trench Coat : Banana Republic (sold out online) similar here / pants : Loft (old) similare here/ bag : Prada similar here / bracelet : Kendra Scott / shoes : BCBG (old) similar here
Trench Coat – a structured and good quality trench coat is really an important outfit staple for fall. I had my days when I bought a cheap trench coat, I washed them once or twice. On the next use it doesn’t look right anymore. When it comes to outerwear it’s quality over quantity and since you will be spending $$, pick ones that goes with almost anything in your wardrobe. In my case, I picked out this trench coat from Banana Republic, it is lightweight and also padded inside to keep you warm. What I love most about it, is the fit. I rarely find coats that fit good or maybe I’m just not good in finding coats but I totally got lucky in this one. Unfortunately, it is sold out online but you could probably buy this in store. I found mine in store.
Silk top – it is definitely not cold weather friendly but it is so classy. For me, silk tops cami is here to stay forever. There is something about it that is so elegant, classic and sexy at the same time. Another way to style them in this cold weather is to put a shirt underneath your silk cami just like the ones here . I think that is really cute, it reminds me of the 90’s.
Dressy jogger pants – not your usual basics but can add a little spice rather than your usual jeans or trousers. I bought mine last year at Loft in xxs petites. Most joggers runs big, just the way it’s designed. So, if you are Small get an X-Small that way it will snug a bit on your legs and looks dressy.
High heels with straps – I love heels with straps especially when the straps is nude in color. Nude shoes gives an illusion of length.
Crossbody bag – hands free bag is the way to go for me, plus they are smaller compared to other designs.
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I can’t stress enough how much I love this wood watch. I was so ecstatic when JORD emailed me to be part of this campaign and also host a give away. I picked out the JORD Fieldcrest dark Sandalwood . It is such a cool watch because it could be a men’s watch and women’s watch. Also, the design is unique and very well-made.
Before I move on to the give away, let me tell you a little bit about the brand. JORD is not just a watch. It is a wood watch, that means it is modeled to value sustainability and efficiency. For me, it tells more than time. When I opened the box, what got my attention is the grain details of the wood watch. I was intrigued by the look of it and the story of how these artists and designers came up with this masterpiece. This is a sponsored post but even if it’s not, I would definitely buy it for myself. I like the modern design, the unique watch material and the brand.
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Shopbop is having a major sale for 3 days only, take up to 30% off your order with the code MAINEVENT 16 . These brands that I featured here like Tory Burch , Salvatore Ferragamo, Hunter, Phillip Lim are included at sale event and you know that they rarely go on sale! So if you are hunting for these brands for the season, this is the best time to buy. Unfortunately the sale ends tommorow but that’s okay atleast you still got tonight to think about your purchases. My ultimate favorite is the Phillip Lim Pashli and Salvatore Ferragamo flats. Hmmm…. actually, all of them!
Enjoy shopping guys and have a great day!
First and foremost let me squeeze in a little introduction and share to you a little something about my love for fashion.
Why do I love fashion? For me it’s a form of art, it’s creating something out of nothing, out of what you already have into something. Styling outfits is not like a Pulitzer prize kind of thing but it’s still a form of art, an expression. Some of you will probably find me silly and think of it as a superficial thing. It is indeed, but for us people who loves and follow it aren’t necessarily. I don’t dressed up with high end brands from head to toe because I’m not rich. Most of all, my relationship with people and real friendships doesn’t rely on clothing either. I repurpose and redone my clothes many times because of my height and body type.
Simply put, Fashion is a way of expressing ourselves. It’s like people who expresses their love on video games,cars,collectibles,make-up,crafts,baking,videography,writing etc. It is just a matter of how passionate we are, what platform we express it or if we choose to express it. Also, through computers and internet there is a rise of new jobs. You see a lot people right now working at home. In this day of age, we are given with so many options and it’s up to us on what direction to take.
Now, Let’s talk about …..
How To Look Tall in a Chunky Cardigan if you are Petite
Turtle neck top: Urban Outfitters similar here / jeans: Gap / Cardigan: Hollister / Boots : Ivanka Trump ( sold out) similar here / Bag : Prada
Basically it’s all about illusions and angles. Let’s not waste our time wishing of what we couldn’t alter. It’s a god given gift, let’s work around on it and embrace it!
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