tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15765594239900469542024-03-19T17:42:49.907-04:00Stylish On A ShoestringAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09264365163526750537noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1576559423990046954.post-90723202418603567572014-10-03T16:43:00.001-04:002014-10-03T16:43:07.085-04:00Friday Faves: Back to School<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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1. <a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=989425072" target="_blank">1969 high rise skinny cords</a> // Gap, $45</div>
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2. <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/totes-backpacks/camp-director-tote-in-plaid" target="_blank">Camp Director tote in plaid</a> // ModCloth, $59.99</div>
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3. <a href="http://www.vionicshoes.com/women/georgia-ankle-boot.html" target="_blank">"Georgia" suede ankle boot </a>// Vionic Shoes, $149.95</div>
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4. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/107181063/personalized-teacher-mug-graduation-gift?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">Notebook mug</a> // LennyMud on Etsy, $18</div>
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These favorites of mine are not quite bargain finds, but every so often, it's worth it to splurge on some classic, well-made pieces!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09264365163526750537noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1576559423990046954.post-52221040786894492452014-09-30T14:26:00.001-04:002014-09-30T14:42:04.822-04:00Transition to Fall: Shorts (Part 2)I'm back with the second installment of how to transition your summery shorts in to your fall wardrobe.<br />
Read the first part <a href="http://stylish-on-a-shoestring.blogspot.com/2014/09/transition-to-fall-shorts-part-1.html" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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So besides adding tights or a button-down shirt, what else makes shorts work for fall? You know, besides having outside temperatures in the '60s-'80s of course...<br />
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3) Add chunky knitwear.<br />
I love the juxtaposition of fabrics and textures when I wear sweaters with shorts. This classic loose-knit sweater goes with practically everything in my closet, but pairing it with these linen-blend shorts mixes things up a bit!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Sweater // JCrew Factory (Summer 2014)</span></div>
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Ah, flannel. 14-year-old me would be so proud it's now worked its way back in to my adult wardrobe. A flannel shirt can be dressed up or down - I've paired it here with a tee in a contrasting color and pattern and some comfy, worn denim shorts. This would be a perfect outfit to wear while hanging out with friends, roasting marshmallows around a fire pit on a cool fall evening. </div>
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Last Wednesday, Bob and I headed to one of our favorite spots in town - <a href="http://www.pistaciavera.com/" target="_blank">Pistacia Vera</a> - for warm drinks and some sweet treats. If you've been wondering who the mastermind is behind my photos so far - it's Bob! We've been having fun playing around with his DSLR camera and waiting patiently for the perfect light. </div>
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The shirt I'm wearing is one that I've reserved for days where I know I won't be coming in to contact with any art supplies. It was one of my miraculous Ebay snags.<br />
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Back in 2012, I had been coveting a peter pan collar shirt for quite some time, but it was hard for me to find one that wasn't sold out and/or also in my budget. (I generally try not to spend more than $35-40 on tops). The lower-priced option from J Crew Factory was completely sold out, but my patience was rewarded when a similar style from J Crew popped up on Ebay in my size. Thanks to the "Buy It Now" option, this subtle and classic top was all mine! </div>
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My mother has a system where she switches out her closets and dresser drawers for fall/winter and spring/summer - but I just don't have that kind of secondary storage space, so I wind up mixing my clothing all together. I like the unexpected nature of pairing different weight fabrics with each other anyway, and it gives me a chance to play with unusual combinations and to make each item of clothing wearable for as long as possible in any given year.<br />
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Pick a pair of shorts that are not too "summery" (denim, chino, or any other heavier-weight fabric will do) and couple them with some tights in a contrasting color. Black and brown are both classic hues, but don't be afraid to go a little bolder. I am somewhere in the middle with this maroon pair.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">OUTFIT DETAILS:<br />Shirt // Target (Summer 2013)<br />Cardigan // Gap (Spring 2012)<br />Shorts // Express (by way of TJ Maxx)<br />Tights // Target<br />Shoes // City Classified, from Ebay<br />Sunglasses // CVS</span></div>
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2) Pair with a long-sleeve shirt.<br />
I adore gingham because it goes with everything! I wear this shirt year-round - it's a perfect addition to a pair of high-waisted denim shorts. Great for a picnic, apple picking, or sipping coffee on the patio on a warm fall day.<br />
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I have sort of a love/hate relationship with musicals, but I have to say - one that's stuck with me through the years is the West Side Story. How can you hate any production with dancing gang members?! A cool added bonus - my maternal grandmother's cousin, actor <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0643000/?ref_=tt_cl_t6" target="_blank">Simon Oakland</a>, played Schrank in the film. </div>
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One of my favorite parts of the musical (especially the movie) are the costumes and I've always love the chic simplicity of Maria's white dress. </div>
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I must admit that as an art teacher and an artist, wearing the color white terrifies me, as the prospect of sitting in paint, polymer clay or a variety of other art supplies and/or being hugged by a child with dirty hands is pretty much imminent. </div>
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Thankfully, this white dress is only for special occasions where there will be no richly-colored foods or art supplies. </div>
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And yes, I am wearing white after Labor Day. </div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Dress // Banana Republic Mad Men collection (Spring 2012)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Purse // Schuler & Sons, purchased at Anthropologie (2012)</span></div>
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Since by blog is focused on affordable style, I should note that I only paid full price for one item I'm wearing, the handmade glass earrings from the ever-so-talented <a href="http://kristinperkins.indiemade.com/" target="_blank">Kristin Perkins</a>. I don't mind paying a little extra (or splurging, even!) on a quality handmade item, especially if it's made by someone I know. </div>
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I will be featuring many handmade items on my blog in the future - including my own! Stay tuned and please share. </div>
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