j.crew copycat

photo via J. Crew

I needed to do this post before it gets too hot to style sweaters. I've seen this photo repinned over and over on Pinterest, which is why I'm copying it now, and not from the 2011 J. Crew Christmas catalog from which it came. Meaning, you can't exactly buy these pieces at J.Crew right now, so copying is all you have. (Sorry guys, I'll try to be more on top of my copy-catting in the future). The crew neck sweater and collared shirt combo might not be your thing, but suddenly when it's all in the same color family, it gets cool. And bright and funky! Well, as funky as sweaters, jeans and brogues can be, I guess. The best part is, the whole knockoff look costs about as much as the necklace alone off J.Crew's site. It is a really cool necklace though... 

sweater, collared shirt, jeans, brogues, necklace, earrings

Outfit total: $144.28

little yellow dream dress

When I was graduating from college, I had my heart set on wearing a sunny yellow dress with a full skirt. And I could not find one anywhere in my price range. (I guess the "it color" yellow hadn't trickled down from the runways to be affordable yet...whatever) H&M is currently carrying this pretty thing though, which inspired me to put together a little belated graduation ensemble. Oh H&M. Just six years too late. 

dress, blazer, earrings, necklace, wedges

red flare jeans

I have a new rule when making new purchases: I have to be able to make 3 outfits with a new piece. I've recently been into high waisted flare jeans, and I think I can get away with just a standard, dark wash situation. But then I saw these little red numbers on Asos. Determined to prove these aren't just for Matthew McConaughey in Dazed and Confused, I've paired red flares with a few staples from my own closet. 

First look: tshirt, necklace, belt, wedges. Second look: shirt, belt, wedges. Third look: tank, cardigan, necklace, cuff, boots