What I'm Wearing Today

Banana Republic blouse
Nygard gray pleated skirt that is O-L-D
Joe Fresh bead and ribbon necklace
My boring Tender Tootsies

DH needs to work on his photography skills. This photo is dark. The skirt is gray and the tights are black, but it's hard to tell.

What I'm Wearing Today

Martin and Osa dress
Victoria Secret cropped cardigan
Banana Republic gold and coral bracelet
Diamond pendant and pearl stud earrings (gifts from DH)
Nude wedge sandals

Yesterday when I was cleaning out my closet, I found this cardigan buried in the uppermost reaches of my closet's shelving. I bought it at a heavy discount last summer from Victoria's Secret. When it arrived, it was a lot shorter in length then I expected. I never wore it because I simply did not know how! Now because all you fabulous bloggers out there, I know how to wear a cropped cardi. I really like this combination; I hope the cardigan helps to slim down this dress.

After school, I hit the mall to order some flowers for a school function. I popped into Reitman's to look for some cheap scarfs in my quest to start accessorizing more. Instead, I found this belt. Belts are another thing I need to start adding to my wardrobe. I've never done a belt higher up on my waist but am going to try with this one.
Can I pull off the belt look? Any tips? I'd love to try a long open cardigan and this belt. Sounds like a good experiment for this weekend.

Flipping my closet

I did some reorganizing in my closet today. In an effort to start wearing more of my clothes, I flipped all of my clothes hangers. This served two purposes. First, it forced me to look at each piece of clothing I as I took it out and flipped it around. I was hit with several outfit inspirations with pieces I haven't looked at in awhile. Secondly, this will be an easy visual reminder of what I am not wearing. After I wear a piece, I will return it to my closet with the hanger the right side out.

I hope this will have two effects. One, I will wear all my clothes. Two, I will buy less. I'm not going to ban shopping altogether because I know with my personality, it would just not work. And there are holes in my closet that I like to full. For instance, I'd like to have more prints, scarfs, and colored shoes. I'm going to start shopping more selectively.

You inspire me!

My must read blog list grows everyday and I am continually inspired by all the great bloggers out there. Yesterday, I stumbled across this great blog and I must share.

Jessica at What I Wore puts together amazing outfits. The reason I like her style so much is that it is obtainable for me. There are no crazy designer names in her closet. She shops at normal places; H&M, Payless, thrift stores. I could probably find similar pieces here in small town Atlantic Canada and recreate some of her outfits. I could do this without the hat and clothes and make it school appropriate. I love this combination of green and navy. So sharp. And she wears colored tights! I have about five wear unworn pairs in my dresser. I didn't know how to wear them. Now I have some ideas on what do to. Jessica's blog has also convinced me that I need some scarfs. I have a few but never wear them. I simply do not know how to put them on my body. She has great ideas, including tying scarfs on your wrist.

So to all the bloggers out there, keep it up. I have never felt so well dressed in my life and it is because you all inspire me.

What I'm Wearing Tonight

Tonight I'm going out to meet a university friend who is in town for the weekend. This is almost a recreation of last Saturday's outfit. I'm becoming more comfortable with the red shoes so I'm adding another punch of color with my necklace and bracelet.

J Crew v-neck black tee
Reitman's wide leg jeans
Old Navy red patent wedges
Forever 21 necklace and bracelet
Burberry Bag
My husband's belt

I'm lacking in the jeans department and I think these are actually a big too baggy. When my leg isn't bent, the jeans look saggy. I've made up my mind that when we go on our summer trip (it will be to a place with good stores - Boston, Toronto, or Montreal), I'm going to splurge on a pair of designer jeans. I've outgrown these Reitman jeans.

Because it will be a little cooler in the evening, I'm wearing a coat I bought last weekend at The Sears Clearance Center.
Sometimes, if I have time to dig a little, I can find treasures. I love this coat, mostly because of its lining.

I love polka dots.

To keep or not to keep

In my last Martin and Osa order, I bought this dress partly as a way to get free shipping (my order was just under the minumum). I knew I would love the color but thought it might be too high waisted for me to pull off. When the order arrived this week, the dress wasn't as bad as I thought it could be. I have a long torso and sometimes dresses like this make me look preggo. DH liked it on me. What do you think? Is it a keeper or a return? I wouldn't pair it with those shoes, they just happened to be nearby when I was trying it on.

I also ordered two more of my favorite Ruffle Plackett Tank this time in purple and black. If anyone out there buys this tank, don't put it in the dryer. It will shrink. I learned that lesson with my navy version. I also ordered the Double Layer Hoodie in lavender. I'm not going to post a picture of me wearing it, because it is BAD. Although very soft, the hoodie has two lumpy pockets that hit my problem areas. This shirt makes my hips look like they have lumps of fat. No thank you!

Lipstick love

One of my favorite lip care products is MAC's Prep + Prime Lip Primer. Slap that stuff on your lips, wait a minute and then put on your lipstick; the color will LAST. I go through this stuff like mad! Since I don't live near a MAC, I took advantage of my shopping trip last weekend to stock up on this great product.

While at MAC, I went a quest for the perfect lipstick. I have been longing for a red lipstick for awhile. It is a weird craving for me because I usually don't wear lipstick or, if I do, it is very natural. Last weekend in MAC, I asked the salesperson to pick out a 50's red lipstick, something Betty Draper would wear. Her recommendation was

Amplified Cream Lipstick in Kanga Rouge. I love the color and how it looks on me. It's not too orangey and looks great with my complexion (I have yellow undertones). I love the case and the the little glasses. I have lipstick love. I haven't worn in out and about yet (it's a bit too much for work). But I did wear it around the house this afternoon. I did a little dance because it makes me feel so pretty!

I couldn't find this product on MAC's website so I took this picture myself. It took me a few minutes to take the picture. I kept on clicking the camera's button and nothing was happening. DH kindly pointed out that a digital camera needs a memory card in it in order to take a picture. Silly KBear! It's time for bed for me.

Have a great weekend ladies.