At this point it’s been said a million times but good advice bears repeating: A great outfit is about the right balance of shapes. If you wear baggy on top, wear fitted on the bottom (and vice versa). I used to think that was just something style experts say when they can’t think of anything else (and that could be true too), but I’ve found it to be true. If I had worn boyfriend jeans with this tunic and jacket, I would’ve looked like an Olsen twin, and if I had worn a tight top with these leggings I would’ve looked like a skank. (This is why no one hires me as a style expert. Saying “Remember to balance” is more helpful than saying “Don’t be an Olsen or a skank.”)
I decided to try extending the whole balancing logic and paired a dainty bracelet with an oversized watch. Pretty cute, right? Well I found out pretty quickly that the dainty bracelet just gets stuck underneath the oversized watch over and over. I spent most of the school day adjusting my accessories. I might not have absorbed much from class, but I did learn an important lesson about bracelets. So I’m going to call it a win.
similar Shirt* // similar Jacket // similar Leggings // Watch* // similar Boots (on sale) // Bracelet*
*Shirt purchased with gift card provided courtesy of H&M; watch provided courtesy of Timex; bracelet provided courtesy of Asos
LOVE the fashion mantra: “Don’t be an Olsen or a skank.” Funny gal.
Okay, THANK YOU for hating on the Olsens just a little. Evvverrrryyyy tiiiimmmeeee I see one of them on the red carpet, all I can think is STOP TRYING TO MAKE FRUMP HAPPEN.
Seriously! Maybe they don’t do it so much anymore, but a few years ago they were rocking the homeless rich person look HARD.
You should definitely be hired as a style expert, your way of wording the advice is much cooler.
I am absolutely loving this look! You look amazing!
http://kacieskloset.blogspot.com/
Thanks Kacie!
Love your leather leggings ! I’ve been looking for a quality pair that won’t break the bank!
Jacqueline
http://www.purelypeanut.com
I agree, outfits are all about balance. You did a great job with the clothes, but I probably would have traded the (adorable) dainty bracelet for something a little more substantial.
-AJ
FitTravelerAJ.com
I know for next time!