Potential lottery winnings notwithstanding (come on, Powerball!), a combination of factors (vet bills, car issues, travel expenses, etc.) have severely affected my shopping budget. However
The weather goddess was nice enough to give us a break from hair-frizzing 90-degree humidity and grace us with cool breezes and temperatures in the 70's. All the better to break out the riding boots (I've missed my boots and sweaters!) and a thrifted plaid blazer on the way to a late breakfast. Plus Cortez (kitty) is doing much better so I was all "What's all this, then?" and in a really good mood. Blazer, necklaces,
Dynasty reruns notwithstanding, I think we can safely say 80's fashion has been in full-on revival mode since the surprisingly persistent return of the legging. Though early 90's-era grunge has been threatening to take over for the last few seasons, the multitude of shoulder pads on the Fall runways indicated that, at least 'til next February, the 80's are still the retro decade of the moment. Images, Style.com To get in on the bold shoulder action, I
You really can't go wrong with this classic color combination, especially when it's accented with a unique accessory like this vintage 80's belt I picked up while thrift shopping: Blazer, Old Navy; dress (worn as top), Forever21; trousers, asos; belt, ring, and shoes, vintage. Oh, and be sure to check out the interview I did with Tash at Little Flutters. Thanks, Tash! Read these, too: Work Style: Black and White My "Street" Style Work Style: Take Flight Like this post? Subscribe to
I know what you're thinking: Tamia, didn't you already take ridiculously self-indulgent photos in this outfit? Ah, but no, grasshopper. This is yet another jumpsuit I picked up during a thrift shopping adventure. One that sat lonely and unused in the trunk of my car until I rescued it in a half-hearted attempt at reorganization. Jumpsuit, vintage; belt and sunglasses, Gucci; sandals, Ash; bracelets and earrings from a craft fair. The similarity of the pieces is a total