tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85844827897977529722024-03-05T05:17:09.929-05:00Fashion Your ClosetJenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-70897624546620751542011-07-08T23:25:00.000-04:002011-07-08T23:25:55.286-04:00Fashion Your Closet Has Moved!Visit the new location at <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.com/">Fashion Your Closet</a>!Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-50428270887967018302011-05-17T20:28:00.042-04:002011-05-24T21:26:51.856-04:00Business: My ClosetI seem to have gotten lucky when it comes to this spring's <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/spring-trend-business.html">business</a> trend. One key factor in the trend is a monochromatic look, and I found five gray/black items in my closet.<br />
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This silk blouse (<a href="http://www.paulharris.com/catalog/default.php">Paul Harris Design</a>) fits the <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BOTTEGA-VENETA/BOTTEGA-VENETA#mode=fullthumbs;slide=0;">fluid look</a> shown by <a href="http://www.bottegaveneta.com/default/">Bottega Veneta</a>.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I also found a gray sweater vest (Cherokee)...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">...gray dress shorts (<a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>)...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">...my new black capris (<a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>)...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">...and gray dress pants (Express).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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What business attire did you find in your closet?<br />
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Next post: Business: Fashioned<br />
Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/spring-trend-business.html">Spring Trend: Business</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-33301902355155560702011-05-16T07:00:00.002-04:002011-05-24T21:29:12.649-04:00Spring Trend: BusinessThis week, we'll focus on the spring trend of <a href="http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Trend-Reports/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/(imageIndex)/30/(play)/false">business</a> attire. Designers showed many variations of this trend, including futuristic designs and satin pieces, but a monochromatic look was the common theme.<br />
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Look through your closet for pieces that fit this trend, and come back tomorrow to share what you found!<br />
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Do you enjoy wearing business attire?<br />
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Next post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/business-my-closet.html">Business: My Closet</a><br />
Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/bohemia-from-runway.html">Bohemia: From the Runway</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-31502932799881649932011-05-13T07:00:00.003-04:002011-05-18T10:34:40.941-04:00Bohemia: From the RunwayA few simple ideas from the runway can brighten your <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/spring-trend-bohemia.html">bohemian</a> outfits.<br />
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Hats added flair to bohemian runway looks. Be inspired by <a href="http://www.marcjacobs.com/">Marc Jacobs</a> and <a href="http://www.mauriziopecoraro.com/">Maurizio Pecoraro</a> by wearing a straw hat in <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/MAURIZIO-PECORARO/MAURIZIO-PECORARO#mode=fullscreen;slide=9;">black</a>, <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/MAURIZIO-PECORARO/MAURIZIO-PECORARO#mode=fullscreen;slide=9;">gold</a>, or a <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/MARC-JACOBS/MARC-JACOBS#mode=fullscreen;slide=12;">bold</a> color.<br />
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For a feminine addition to your outfit, accesorize with flowers. Try wearing them in your <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/MARC-JACOBS/MARC-JACOBS#mode=fullscreen;slide=3;">hair</a> or at your <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/MARC-JACOBS/MARC-JACOBS#mode=fullscreen;slide=5;">waist</a>, as shown by <a href="http://www.marcjacobs.com/">Marc Jacobs</a>, or add them to a <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/MAURIZIO-PECORARO/MAURIZIO-PECORARO#mode=fullscreen;slide=10;">choker</a>, as seen at <a href="http://www.mauriziopecoraro.com/">Maurizio Pecoraro's</a> runway show. I made a choker by attaching a flower clip (Colleen, <a href="http://www.clevernesting.com/">Clever Nesting</a>) to a ribbon.<br />
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Do you have straw hats and flower accessories in your closet?<br />
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<div style="text-align: left;">Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/bohemia-fashioned.html">Bohemia: Fashioned</a></div>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-68913650345240509322011-05-11T07:00:00.073-04:002011-05-16T23:21:02.212-04:00Bohemia: FashionedNow that you've pulled your <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/spring-trend-bohemia.html">bohemian</a> clothes from your <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/bohemia-my-closet.html">closet</a>, let's have fun fashioning some outfits!<br />
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If you have a printed top, like my peasant blouse, you can pair it with wide leg jeans for a casual look. I substituted boot cut jeans because they still have a bit of flare. To finish off the look, add platform sandals and jewelry made from beads or natural materials. (Blouse and lace-trim cami, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>; jeans, <a href="http://www.mossimo.com/">Mossimo</a>; sandals, <a href="http://www.candies.com/spring_2011/">Candie's</a>; necklace, unknown; ring, unknown, from Uganda.)<br />
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In the photos <a href="http://www.elle.com/">Elle</a> showed as examples of the bohemian trend, <a href="http://www.marcjacobs.com/">Marc Jacobs</a> put together a <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/MARC-JACOBS/MARC-JACOBS#mode=fullscreen;slide=23;">striped sweater</a>, dressy pants, and platform sandals. You can try a similar look if you have a striped sweater. Modify your outfit to match the clothes in your closet, such as wearing peep-toe heels if you don't have platform sandals in the right color. (Sweater and bead bracelet, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>; pants, <a href="http://www.express.com/home.jsp">Express</a>; shoes, <a href="http://www.payless.com/store/">Payless</a>; wrap-around bead bracelet, handmade gift.)<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now it's your turn to fashion some outfits! Write about your bohemian style in the comment section.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/bohemia-from-runway.html">Bohemia: From the Runway</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/bohemia-my-closet.html">Bohemia: My Closet</a></div>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-67996610140899691492011-05-10T07:00:00.100-04:002011-05-10T07:00:00.178-04:00Bohemia: My ClosetDid you find bohemian clothes in your closet? Here's what I found in mine.<br />
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One of my friends recently gave this peasant blouse (<a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>) to me. I think she's convinced that my true style is bohemian.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When I was dating my now-husband, he took me shopping at <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>. I found a few shirts I liked and then let him choose which one to buy. He liked this sweater, and I pulled it out of my closet because of its blousy construction and also because <a href="http://www.marcjacobs.com/">Marc Jacobs</a> included striped sweaters in his spring <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/MARC-JACOBS/MARC-JACOBS#mode=fullthumbs;slide=0;">collection</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I found this skirt (<a href="http://www.ae.com/web/index.jsp">American Eagle</a>) at a thrift store when I was shopping for long skirts to wear on a trip to Uganda.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">These jeans (refuge from <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>) are great! Unfortunately (or fortunately?) they're too big for me to wear now.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Speaking of clothes that don't fit, these brown pants (Be Bop from <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>) are also too large, but that was my fault for buying the wrong size just so I could have a new outfit. I learned my lesson. It's not fun having cute clothes I can't wear!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">These dark grey dress pants (<a href="http://www.express.com/home.jsp">Express</a>) fit well, plus they're comfortable.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="left">Tomorrow we'll start fashioning outfits based on the bohemian trend!</div><div align="left"><br />
</div><div align="left">Next post: Bohemia: Fashioned</div><div align="left">Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/spring-trend-bohemia.html">Spring Trend: Bohemia</a></div>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-72992050527728606962011-05-09T07:00:00.004-04:002011-05-10T18:16:09.965-04:00Spring Trend: BohemiaThe mismatched prints, layers, and boldness of the <a href="http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Trend-Reports/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/(imageIndex)/35/(play)/false">Bohemian</a> style fascinate me. However, this spring's take on bohemia showcases muted colors and focuses on one-tone and single-print attire. Look in your closet for peasant blouses, wide-leg pants, and long, flowing skirts. Even if your clothing items fit better into the bold bohemia category, pull them out because you can tone them down with other pieces.<br />
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Come back tomorrow to share your finds!<br />
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Which do you prefer wearing - bold colors or muted tones?<br />
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Next post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/bohemia-my-closet.html">Bohemia: My Closet</a><br />
Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/punk-from-runway.html">Punk: From the Runway</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-78557415747110428892011-05-07T23:30:00.002-04:002011-05-09T07:30:44.748-04:00Punk: From the RunwayFashioning your clothes into a punk outfit takes only a small collection of basic pieces, one or two extras to liven the look, and a bit of creativity. Let the runways lead you...<br />
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<a href="http://www.balmain.com/">Balmain</a> showed my favorite punk look of the designer collections I perused. I interpreted the collection as all-American punk with a hint of glam. To fashion the trend from your closet, start with <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BALMAIN/BALMAIN#mode=fullscreen;slide=28;">skinny jeans</a> or <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BALMAIN/BALMAIN#mode=fullscreen;slide=21;">short jean shorts</a>. Add a <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BALMAIN/BALMAIN#mode=fullscreen;slide=11;">red</a>, <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BALMAIN/BALMAIN#mode=fullscreen;slide=0;">blue</a>, or <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BALMAIN/BALMAIN#mode=fullscreen;slide=27;">flag-inspired</a> shirt, then top off the look with <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BALMAIN/BALMAIN#mode=fullscreen;slide=8;">pointy shoes</a> for the jeans or <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BALMAIN/BALMAIN#mode=fullscreen;slide=8;">ripped black tights and boots</a> for the shorts. You can also wear a <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BALMAIN/BALMAIN#mode=fullscreen;slide=8;">jacket</a> with this outfit. For my Balmain-inspired punk look, I ripped a few holes in black tights and added black boots. (Tights, Sheer Elegance; boots, <a href="http://www.mymuddworld.com/">Mudd</a>; denim skirt, So Wear It Declare It; shirt, <a href="http://www.xoxo.com/">XOXO</a>.)<br />
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Balmain's collection also contained some <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BALMAIN/BALMAIN#mode=fullscreen;slide=18;">shiny</a> and <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BALMAIN/BALMAIN#mode=base;slide=1;">glittery</a> pieces. You can work these into your outfit through accessories, like shoes, belts, and jewelry. (Shoes, Fabulosity from <a href="http://www.jcpenney.com/jcp/default.aspx">JCPenney</a>; belt, unknown.)<br />
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If you own a <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BURBERRY-PRORSUM/BURBERRY-PRORSUM#mode=fullscreen;slide=17;">leather jacket</a>, follow <a href="http://www.burberry.com/store/burberry/global/regionSet.jsp">Burberry Prorsum's</a> example and wear it with a short, ruffled dress. Other elements from this collection that you might find in your closet include <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BURBERRY-PRORSUM/BURBERRY-PRORSUM#mode=fullscreen;slide=33;">snakeskin</a>, <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BURBERRY-PRORSUM/BURBERRY-PRORSUM#mode=fullscreen;slide=38;">leopard print</a>, and bright <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BURBERRY-PRORSUM/BURBERRY-PRORSUM#mode=fullscreen;slide=9;">clutches</a> and <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/BURBERRY-PRORSUM/BURBERRY-PRORSUM#mode=fullscreen;slide=6;">belts</a>.<br />
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Now it's your turn to get creative with the clothes in your closet. Fashion some punk outfits, and come back and share your creations!<br />
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<div style="text-align: left;">Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/punk-fashioned.html">Punk: Fashioned</a></div>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-38977550412874856232011-05-05T22:33:00.001-04:002011-05-07T23:31:32.170-04:00Punk: FashionedAs I mentioned in my <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/punk-my-closet.html">previous post</a>, you won't find the clothes in my closet leaning toward the <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/spring-trend-punk.html">punk</a> style. However, if you're like me, you can still enjoy wearing a toned down version of this trend.<br />
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You can build upon a basic tee with leggings, a denim mini-skirt, a jacket with an attitude, and converse-style shoes. (White v-neck tee and leggings, <a href="http://www.mossimo.com/">Mossimo</a>; jacket, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>; denim skirt, So Wear It Declare It; shoes, Fabulosity from <a href="http://www.jcpenney.com/jcp/default.aspx">JCPenney</a>.)<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you wear skinny jeans, you can pair them with a basic tee. I added my Fabulosity shoes to this outfit, but shiny black combat boots worn with a dark-colored tee would give you an edgier look. (V-neck tee, Stranded from <a href="http://www.target.com/">Target</a>; skinny jeans, <a href="http://www.mossimo.com/">Mossimo</a>; shoes, Fabulosity from <a href="http://www.jcpenney.com/jcp/default.aspx">JCPenney</a>.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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How punk is your style on a scale of 1-10? I think mine might be a 2!<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/punk-my-closet.html">Punk: My Closet</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-68986914979514034112011-05-03T21:32:00.001-04:002011-05-06T07:32:56.279-04:00Punk: My ClosetMy personality, and my clothes, don't lean toward a <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/spring-trend-punk.html">punk</a> attitude, but I still found a couple of not-so-rough-around-the-edge punk items in my closet.<br />
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The first item is a basic white v-neck tee by <a href="http://www.mossimo.com/">Mossimo</a>. This is probably my favorite t-shirt in my closet because of its amazing fit.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Some trends need to stick around for a couple of years for me to warm up to them. As a tried and true "boot cut" gal, I never thought I'd buy skinny jeans. I tried them on and thought they looked funny. A few months later, I tried them on again and still thought they looked funny. But then I pulled on faux-fur ankle boots over the skinny jeans, and the magic happened. Skinny jeans (<a href="http://www.mossimo.com/">Mossimo</a>), meet my closet.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>What punk clothing items did you find in your closet?<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/05/spring-trend-punk.html">Spring Trend: Punk</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-82961074555804616922011-05-02T07:00:00.001-04:002011-05-03T21:33:06.111-04:00Spring Trend: PunkThis week, we'll take a turn away from feminine fashions to focus on the <a href="http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Trend-Reports/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/(imageIndex)/40/(play)/false">punk</a> trend. Punk covers a wide variety of styles, so search your closet for skinny jeans, leather and studded items, and tomboy pieces. Also look for deconstructed clothing, which has an unfinished or pieced-together look. For a visual on deconstructed clothes, check out this <a href="http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Trend-Reports/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/(imageIndex)/42/(play)/false">punk look</a> in <a href="http://www.balmain.com/">Balmain</a>'s spring collection. Come back tomorrow to tell us what punk items you found in your closet!<br />
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Do you gravitate more toward feminine or punk styles?<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/prints-from-runway.html">Prints: From the Runway</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-68533115158561585882011-04-29T07:00:00.087-04:002011-05-02T08:28:48.728-04:00Prints: From the RunwayThe spring fashion show runways were filled with ideas for styling <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-prints.html">prints</a>.<br />
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For a simple way to accessorize prints, follow <a href="http://www.loewe.com/">Loewe</a>'s example and add a bright <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/LOEWE/LOEWE#mode=fullscreen;slide=13;">purse</a> or <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/LOEWE/LOEWE#mode=fullscreen;slide=14;">headband</a> in a coordinating color. The thrift store I go to most often has the best purses! I accented the red roses on my blouse with a red satin-like purse that I bought this week. (Blouse, <a href="http://www.byer.com/">A. Byer</a>; capris and bracelet, <a href="http://charlotte%20russe/">Charlotte Russe</a>; shoes, <a href="http://www.payless.com/store/">Payless</a>; purse, <a href="http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/home/index.jsp">Bath & Body Works</a>.)<br />
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Another top-notch idea combines <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/CHRISTIAN-DIOR/CHRISTIAN-DIOR#mode=fullscreen;slide=0;">floral prints with a nautical theme</a>, as shown by <a href="http://www.dior.com/file/prehome_new/index.html">Christian Dior</a>. I paired a floral print skirt with a white nautical jacket for a sea-worthy look. (Jacket, <a href="http://charlotte%20russe/">Charlotte Russe</a>; skirt, Luna Chix; sandals, <a href="http://www.candies.com/spring_2011/">Candie's</a>.)<br />
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With items from your closet, how can you add bright accessories to your prints or combine them with a nautical theme?<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/prints-thrifted.html">Prints: Thrifted</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-55518289773506908042011-04-28T07:00:00.022-04:002011-04-28T07:00:00.706-04:00Prints: Thrifted<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hypnotic <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-prints.html">prints</a> are so fun, and I was excited to find this blouse at a thrift store. The color scheme is even similar to a <a href="http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Trend-Reports/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/(imageIndex)/47/(play)/false">dress</a> by <a href="http://www.dior.com/file/prehome_new/index.html">Christian Dior</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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What's your best find from a thrift store?<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/prints-fashioned.html">Prints: Fashioned</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-86339968613443599732011-04-27T07:00:00.060-04:002011-04-28T07:19:18.228-04:00Prints: FashionedNow that you've located your clothes with <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-prints.html">large floral blooms, hypnotic prints, and geometric patterns</a>, let's fashion them into some trendy outfits!<br />
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You can pair a patterned piece with a coordinating solid piece to make the colors pop. I matched this rose-patterned blouse with my new black capris, which recently <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/mind-gap-boosting-your-wardrobe.html">filled a gap</a> in my wardrobe. (Blouse, <a href="http://www.byer.com/">A. Byer</a>; capris and bracelet, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>; shoes, <a href="http://www.payless.com/store/">Payless</a>.)<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If your entire outfit consists of prints, like my geometric print dress, just add neutral or matching shoes, and accessories if you have them. (Dress, <a href="http://www.kensie.com/">kensiegirl</a>; shoes, <a href="http://www.payless.com/store/">Payless</a>.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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What are your tips for styling prints?<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/prints-my-closet.html">Prints: My Closet</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-71465037887904559692011-04-26T07:00:00.061-04:002011-04-27T08:38:13.090-04:00Prints: My ClosetI hope you found some great items while searching your closet for <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-prints.html">prints</a>!<br />
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I found geometric prints and floral patterns in my closet. One of good friends gave me this beautiful rose-print blouse (<a href="http://www.byer.com/">A. Byer</a>) as a birthday gift.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This blue and black geometric-patterned blouse (Merona, from <a href="http://www.target.com/">Target</a>) needs to be handwashed and then twisted into two knots to dry. When my husband found out, he said my laundry was too complicated. It probably is!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When I was just starting to date my husband, I found this dress (<a href="http://www.kensie.com/">kensiegirl</a>) at the mall. I didn't want to spend the money for it at the time, but I showed it to him. That same day, he went back to the mall and bought it for me as a Christmas present!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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My mom gave me this hypnotic-patterned scarf.<br />
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What prints did you find in your closet? Share in the comment section!<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-prints.html">Spring Trend: Prints</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-74529486927732205582011-04-25T16:11:00.001-04:002011-04-26T07:37:22.351-04:00Spring Trend: PrintsWe've styled our way through half of <a href="http://www.elle.com/">Elle</a>'s spotlighted Spring 2011 trends! The next trend we'll cover is <a href="http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Trend-Reports/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/(imageIndex)/45/(play)/false">prints</a>. Search your closet for clothes with hypnotic prints and also for those with large flower patterns. Come back tomorrow to share what you found!<br />
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Which do you prefer - hypnotic prints or floral patterns?<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/brights-color-combinations.html">Brights: Color Combinations</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-1544322342175524332011-04-22T07:00:00.087-04:002011-04-25T16:11:52.799-04:00Brights: Color CombinationsWhen exploring the <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-brights.html">color blocking trend</a>, following a couple of guidelines will make your outfits look fabulous!<br />
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<span style="color: black;">Guideline #1: Pick 3</span><br />
If you look through the designs spotlighted by <a href="http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Trend-Reports/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/(imageIndex)/5/(play)/false">Elle</a>, you'll see that the designers combined three colors for each outfit. Details and accessories were either one of those colors or neutral (such as white, black, tan, or gold).<br />
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Guideline #2: Stay in the Family<br />
In this case, color families refer to groups of colors such as primary colors, jewel tones, brights, and pastels. By choosing colors in the same family, your outfit will look pulled together and not mismatched.<br />
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I really enjoy wearing jewel tones and brights. Which color families do you gravitate toward?<br />
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Next post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-prints.html">Spring Trend: Prints</a><br />
Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/brights-thrifted.html">Brights: Thrifted</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-16341562482365406492011-04-21T07:00:00.068-04:002011-04-22T22:59:26.465-04:00Brights: ThriftedContinuing with the <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-brights.html">brights</a> theme, let's take a trip to the thrift store! One place I visited had a couple of jewel-tone blouses (purple blouse, Judy Bond; yellow blouse, Sunny Leigh).<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I didn't look too closely at these ruby red shoes (Breckelle's) because it was closing time. However, it might have been neat to buy them and lace some thin ribbons through the loops.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This blue skirt (<a href="http://us.dockers.com/home/index.jsp">Dockers</a>) fits the bubblegum color theme.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next time I go to a thrift store, I think I'll look around for jean shorts that aren't super short or distressed. What would you like to find at a thrift store this spring?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Next post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/brights-color-combinations.html">Brights: Color Combinations</a><br />
Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/brights-fashioned.html">Brights: Fashioned</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-26261978583965141492011-04-20T07:00:00.115-04:002011-04-20T07:52:31.267-04:00Brights: FashionedYou've pulled your <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-brights.html">bright</a> bubblegum and jewel-colored clothing from your <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/brights-my-closet.html">closet</a>. Now what? If you have the right pieces, you can simply put a few together and head out the door. However, your raw material might not lend itself to combos in the same color family or the same style. In that case, you'll need to get more creative and modify the trend to suit your wardrobe.<br />
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For an easy modification, start with a monochromatic outfit and bring in other colors with accessories. I added a bright pink scarf and blue belt to a jewel-tone dress. Note that the pieces can be patterned as long as one color stands out, like the pink in my scarf. Unless your shoes are one of your colorful accessories, a neutral pair will polish off the look. (Dress, Merona, from <a href="http://www.target.com/">Target</a>; shoes, Predictions, from <a href="http://www.payless.com/store/">Payless</a>; scarf and belt, unknown.)<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For another easy modification, substitute bright white for one of the pops of color. I don't own shorts in a bubblegum color, so I put white shorts with a purple shirt and pink flip flops. I still got a bright look, but I didn't need to go shopping! To accessorize, choose colors that match your outfit for a streamlined appearance. (Shirt, lace-trim cami, and shorts, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>; flip flops, <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/">Old Navy</a>; bracelet, <a href="http://www.kappahl.com/misc/KappAhl---Choose-country/">KappAhl</a>.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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What bright outfits did you fashion from your closet?<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/brights-my-closet.html">Brights: My Closet</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-16594751090363559072011-04-19T07:00:00.072-04:002011-04-20T07:49:37.414-04:00Brights: My ClosetHow many <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-brights.html">bright</a> items of clothing did you find in your closet? I didn't expect to find many brights in my closet, but I found nine!<br />
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Most of the items were either blue or pink/purple, like this shirt from <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>.<br />
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I bought this one-shoulder blouse last week (<a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>).<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Both of these button-down shirts are from <a href="http://www.nyandcompany.com/nyco/">New York & Company</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Although these vests from <a href="http://www.aeropostale.com/shop/index.jsp?categoryId=3534619">Aeropostale</a> might be too warm in some locations this spring, my northern friends could take advantage of the extra layer!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I almost took this jacket (<a href="http://www.aeropostale.com/shop/index.jsp?categoryId=3534619">Aeropostale</a>) to the thrift store, but I changed my mind when I started blogging about the brights trend.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I bought this dress (Merona, from <a href="http://www.target.com/">Target</a>) when I knew my then-boyfriend-now-husband was going to propose. I'm pretty sure I spent at least 30 minutes deciding between the green and the charcoal. The charcoal looked very classy, but I thought the green was more fun.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I bought these shorts (<a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>) last year and still haven't worn them. Maybe I'll find a bright shirt to pair with them!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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What brights did you find in your closet? Come back tomorrow for some ideas on fashioning the <a href="http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Trend-Reports/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/(imageIndex)/5/(play)/false">color block trend</a> with your brights.<br />
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Next post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/brights-fashioned.html">Brights: Fashioned</a><br />
Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-brights.html">Spring Trend: Brights</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-3236339968486318102011-04-18T07:00:00.044-04:002011-04-18T21:23:46.946-04:00Spring Trend: BrightsThis week's featured trend, <a href="http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Trend-Reports/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/Top-10-The-Spring-2011-Trend-Report/(imageIndex)/5/(play)/false">brights</a>, might need a healthy dose of self-confidence to pull off, depending on how you choose to style it. The trend isn't just about wearing bubblegum colors and jewel tones, but in mixing them for a color blocking effect. Start looking through your closet for bright solid-color pieces and those with color blocking (stripes, squares, etc.) built into the pattern. Then get ready for some creative mixing later this week!<br />
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I tend to gravitate toward blue and white clothes when I go shopping. What colors do you look for?<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/sheer-romantic-from-runway.html">Sheer Romantic: From the Runway</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-6495827409693041752011-04-16T07:00:00.082-04:002011-04-17T18:37:08.714-04:00Sheer Romantic: From the RunwayIf you're looking for more ideas for fashioning outfits with <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-sheer-genius.html">sheer</a> clothing pieces, take some ideas from the Spring 2011 runway.<br />
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Remember those <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/03/spring-trend-wild-side.html">wild side</a> clothing items you pulled from your closet a couple of weeks ago? Get ready to use them again! As <a href="http://www.givenchy.com/">Givenchy</a> showed, If you have pieces made from <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/GIVENCHY/GIVENCHY/(imageIndex)/33/(mode)/fullscreen">sheer animal print fabric</a>, you can wear them with solid pieces. In addition, you can pair other wild side items with <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/GIVENCHY/GIVENCHY#mode=fullscreen;slide=7;">solid-colored sheer clothing</a> items.<br />
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<a href="http://www.albertaferretti.com/">Alberta Ferretti</a> showed a softer side of the sheer trend with floral-inspired designs. If you have <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/ALBERTA-FERRETTI/ALBERTA-FERRETTI#mode=fullscreen;slide=37;">flower-patterned sheer clothing</a>, style it with matching solid layers and sandals. You can also accessorize sheer pieces with <a href="http://www.elle.com/Runway/Ready-to-Wear/Spring-2011-RTW/ALBERTA-FERRETTI/ALBERTA-FERRETTI#mode=fullscreen;slide=33;">floral details</a>.<br />
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<div align="center">Blouse, Bay Studio Career; flower clip, Colleen from <a href="http://www.clevernesting.com/">Clever Nesting</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN9XE__1GgCQsoCXtlmyAwb2YVgy7FLBZ6dqMGqHGe8QG9rmhPS-Pg7RxOxY_QWM36wdn5YLai2LpJegKQhWBh1epMXNPBH3woiB-wE_VUp4IM9TeAGkYxk6DTscut_ZQJ0IiZkIMLTb8g/s1600/Runway+Sheer+Romantic+2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN9XE__1GgCQsoCXtlmyAwb2YVgy7FLBZ6dqMGqHGe8QG9rmhPS-Pg7RxOxY_QWM36wdn5YLai2LpJegKQhWBh1epMXNPBH3woiB-wE_VUp4IM9TeAGkYxk6DTscut_ZQJ0IiZkIMLTb8g/s320/Runway+Sheer+Romantic+2.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br />
How do you style your sheer items? Leave comments below!<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/mind-gap-boosting-your-wardrobe.html">Mind the Gap: Boosting Your Wardrobe</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-25457154460267776782011-04-15T07:00:00.168-04:002011-04-16T08:09:59.796-04:00Mind the Gap: Boosting Your WardrobeAs I mentioned in a <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/sheer-romantic-fashioned.html">previous post</a>, sometimes adding one clothing item to your closet can fill a major gap in your wardrobe. This addition can give you opportunities to wear favorite clothing items that normally make their home in the deep recesses of your closet.<br />
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To determine which clothing items might boost your wardrobe, pull out those favorite items that looked awesome in the store but seemed like misfits once you brought them home and tried to wear them. Look for a common theme among them. For example, I have a few dressy shirts that included black in their patterns.<br />
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Pair these clothes with other items from your closet and try to determine why the outfits don't work. In my case, jeans looked ok but weren't dressy enough to pull the outfits together. Because my dress pants were gray, they didn't match. One of the shirts flared, and I didn't like the double-flare-effect of the shirt and skirt together.<br />
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The goal is to eliminate what doesn't work so you can brainstorm other options. Getting a second opinion from a friend or browsing through fashion magazines can also give you ideas. You might discover that the best item to buy is not something you would normally shop for. After trying on the flared shirt with jeans, I thought that dressy black capris would complement it much better. Additionally, they would match other shirts in my closet. I had never considered buying black capris before because I usually prefer white or colorful clothes.<br />
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Once you've decided which items will fill the gaps, it's time to go shopping. Or, at least time to put the items on a wish list! I went to <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a> yesterday in search of dressy black capris, and I found them. Plus I bought two shirts that will go with them. Now I own at least five shirts that match the capris.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Blouse, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvtb22Gk2A46TGDFgX04ie_Rp0QKvPxuDuuW9-ANeFGt0_pMC9dO7TR4WouVw0laRj85vtMQ2uHhlfL072LLsTTNU3RqQu95077UExCuvThJFTQf5NIWmhxK9Jt3lfl1c_LiueODEbqwSU/s1600/Bohemian+Blouse.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvtb22Gk2A46TGDFgX04ie_Rp0QKvPxuDuuW9-ANeFGt0_pMC9dO7TR4WouVw0laRj85vtMQ2uHhlfL072LLsTTNU3RqQu95077UExCuvThJFTQf5NIWmhxK9Jt3lfl1c_LiueODEbqwSU/s400/Bohemian+Blouse.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blouse, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQInu_Mv8zaEp7Av0RCs9dAviD3IV6xAjz6VxzJP5UCvmso9zXp8OEf0C9hV8OzaWWqa43i-ZBoxSnQu7fu7ieCKRrTWaNRQjD4TgnNmbHXHdB0SvdCX1rloJtQ2dlhLFoS0lRlmu36nVx/s1600/Multicolor+Disco+Shirt.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQInu_Mv8zaEp7Av0RCs9dAviD3IV6xAjz6VxzJP5UCvmso9zXp8OEf0C9hV8OzaWWqa43i-ZBoxSnQu7fu7ieCKRrTWaNRQjD4TgnNmbHXHdB0SvdCX1rloJtQ2dlhLFoS0lRlmu36nVx/s400/Multicolor+Disco+Shirt.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blouse, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-Fiiy6BVZg3XcUGqSDN3LbDrUVmQFL05ubafoHURSjvOywoEEZgPoy4qKwWtYJi-gGfyxRzTXP806KDKx3w7odImOn0sltH8xuIjdmRFfoyv6qubebm-yaDqSaW8aYDD6UX4CDyOPGOvA/s1600/One+Shoulder+Blue+Blouse.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-Fiiy6BVZg3XcUGqSDN3LbDrUVmQFL05ubafoHURSjvOywoEEZgPoy4qKwWtYJi-gGfyxRzTXP806KDKx3w7odImOn0sltH8xuIjdmRFfoyv6qubebm-yaDqSaW8aYDD6UX4CDyOPGOvA/s400/One+Shoulder+Blue+Blouse.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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One clothing item can make quite a difference to your wardrobe! Go ahead and try this method, then tell us your results!<br />
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Next post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/sheer-romantic-from-runway.html">Sheer Romantic: From the Runway</a><br />
Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/sheer-romantic-thrifted.html">Sheer Romantic: Thrifted</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-28481723030130483832011-04-14T07:00:00.022-04:002011-04-14T22:16:13.522-04:00Sheer Romantic: ThriftedAnother day, another great thrift store find! I think this romantic <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-sheer-genius.html">sheer</a> blouse by <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a> is beautiful!<br />
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Light and airy; futuristic; gothic - which sheer styles do you prefer?<br />
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Previous post: <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/sheer-romantic-fashioned.html">Sheer Romantic: Fashioned</a>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04673163681143065310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8584482789797752972.post-18604593929598689152011-04-13T07:00:00.100-04:002011-04-14T07:40:09.225-04:00Sheer Romantic: FashionedNow that you've found the <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/spring-trend-sheer-genius.html">sheer</a> clothing items in your <a href="http://fashionyourcloset.blogspot.com/2011/04/sheer-romantic-my-closet.html">closet</a>, let's put together some outfits!<br />
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If you're enjoying warm, sunny weather this spring, you can wear a sheer shirt over a cami and add dressy shorts and sandals. (Blouse, lace-trim cami, shorts, and bracelets, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>; sandals, <a href="http://www.candies.com/spring_2011/">Candie's</a>; necklace, Colleen from <a href="http://www.clevernesting.com/">Clever Nesting</a>.)<br />
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However, if you live in a place that's still receiving wintry blasts, dress pants and boots go well with a sheer blouse layered over a cami. (Blouse, Bay Studio Career; lace-trim cami and necklace, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/home/index.jsp">Charlotte Russe</a>; pants, <a href="http://www.express.com/home.jsp">Express</a>; boots, <a href="http://www.mymuddworld.com/">Mudd</a>.)<br />
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</div>While putting together outfits during the past few weeks, you may have noticed that you really like a clothing item but feel like you don't have the other pieces necessary to wear it well. Consequently, the item resides permanently in your closet. As I've pulled some trendy items out of my closet, I've run into this problem. For example, I really like my rose pattern sheer shirt with my red shorts (see first picture), but I don't think the white sandals are the best match for them. I've also found that dressy black capris and comfortable black dress shoes would help me enjoy wearing some of my other favorite shirts. This knowledge will help me fill in the gaps in my wardrobe.<br />
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Have you noticed gaps in your wardrobe? What items would fill in those gaps?<br />
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