Layered Looks, Part 4

by Sal on February 13, 2009 · 33 comments

I’ll have to change the name of this feature once it gets too warm to layer. Much as I love creative layering, I am REALLY looking forward to days when I needn’t bundle up. Sigh.

Red scarf a gift
Black sweater via ARC’s Value Village
Gray miniskirt via TurnStyle
Gray herringbone tights via Marshalls
Red knee-high pull-on Flosand boots via Aldo

These are they: The INFAMOUS BOOTS OF BAN CHEATING. See why I did it? I love them so and still don’t regret my trespass.

Black blazer via Gap
Pink sequin tee via Ann Taylor Loft
Black skirt via Banana Republic
Black opaque thigh-highs by Hue
Black knee-high pull-on Flosand boots via Aldo

Toldja I love black with brights. I also love being able to wear sequins to the office. I’ve found that pairing sparklies with tons of black is a great way to make them day-appropriate.

Faux fur vest via Boden
Heather brown long-sleeved tee and sweatshirt J.Crew
Denim mini and heather gray tights via Gap
Fur-trimmed Earth boots via Zappos
Crown necklace via Etsy

Boy, I sure do tend to go monochrome with my browns. I bought this long-sleeved tee and sweatshirt during LAST year’s annual J.Crew sale binge, and just love them together. The boots are just fab, and don’t get nearly enough use. And that crown necklace set me back a whopping $3 and is one of my all-time faves.

Camel colored cowl neck sweater via ARC’s Value Village
Woven brown suede belt via Gap
Flame orange skirt via Banana Republic
Brown tights via J.Crew
Brown Nine West Earnest boots via Zappos

I love me a cowl neck. LOVE. Something about this style of sweater makes me feel so ladylike. Classy. Sophisticated, even. This camel colored number is a thrifted purchase that hasn’t been worn yet this season, and I’m so glad I remembered to haul it out. Also fun to pair it with something less expected than my usual ho-hum brown pants.

Black sweater via ARC’s Value Village
Black skirt via Banana Republic
Scarf stolen from my mom
Magenta tights via Target
Purple Melissa Vinil shoes via eBay

I would’ve preferred to do this outfit with a black dress, but it was -5 degrees and my brain just refused to deal with sheath-related-layering that morning. My shoes had arrived from actual Brazil the day before, and my awesome eBay vendor CLEARLY burns a lot of incense. These are the sweetest smelling shoes evar.

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{ 33 comments… read them below or add one }

Regardez Moi February 13, 2009 at 8:40 am

love love love your 3rd outfit. that is so something i would wear. in fact, i’m wearing it tonight to happy hour.

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Q's Daydream February 13, 2009 at 8:51 am

Love every outfit! Those red boots are wonderful! :o )

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Cupcakes and Cashmere February 13, 2009 at 9:09 am

the red outfit is my fav (blame it on the approaching holiday) :)

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ohthatgirl February 13, 2009 at 9:14 am

I’m stealing your stolen scarf. I love the colors. :O) Great job on the ‘fits. I do love those boots.

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lopi February 13, 2009 at 9:26 am

You look so good in the red full skirt and sweater belted on the real waist combo. The best silhouette for you, in my opinion.

You know what you did to me? Seeing your Vinils, I so want Melissa shoes too!

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Audi February 13, 2009 at 9:51 am

Oh, that orange/camel combo is gorgeous on you, especially with the contrasting dark belt and boots. How on earth can your legs stay warm enough when you’re outside, though? Are the tights really enough or have you got a full-length mink coat you’re not telling us about?

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Sharon Rose February 13, 2009 at 10:08 am

Hi there-what a lovely selection of outfits, I think you are the true layer queen!

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Budget Babe February 13, 2009 at 10:36 am

The black outfit with purple tights and mary janes is my favorite look (maybe cuz i own those tights in magenta!). also love your Earth boots, are they warm?

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Christina Lee February 13, 2009 at 11:19 am

WOW!!!! that is some set of outfits- I can’t decide my favorite- I love them all!Ialso love me a cowl neck too!

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Liz February 13, 2009 at 11:43 am

the way those vinil shoes look might just change my mind about plastic footwear!
and your comment about burning incense made me LOL–I’m considering selling stuff on ebay and was wondering if I could truly claim that they came from a smoke-free environment. I don’t smoke but I do burn a lot of incense!

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we wear things February 13, 2009 at 11:45 am

oh i adore ALL of these outfits.. love the mix of colors and layering.. i’ll have to say the first is my fave though!

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kittyscreations February 13, 2009 at 11:52 am

I love that vivid orange skirt!

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Kelly February 13, 2009 at 12:12 pm

The last two are my faves – I never get tired of a full skirt or t-straps!

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Casey February 13, 2009 at 12:28 pm

Gorgeous and inspiring outfits, lady! :) You definitely have the touch when it comes to layering; that is something I’ve always struggled with doing. ;)

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pretty face February 13, 2009 at 12:28 pm

Sal, you are surely the boot queen! Seriously, I only have one proper pair of boots, which I know is an uncommonly low amount. But even so, in comparison your stunning collection AWES me xx

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lisa February 13, 2009 at 12:40 pm

I love outfits #1 and 3! The red boots are amazing, especially with that scarf…I can definitely understand the ban-breaking sans remorse.

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Miss_Corrine February 13, 2009 at 12:47 pm

Great outfits, Sal :)

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Keeg's Mom February 13, 2009 at 1:36 pm

Love all of ‘em! But, er, wow, how many pairs of boots do you OWN? Man, i’m seriously outta the fashion loop….

(Hey Sal, how come discussion of the reportedly fairly awful Shopaholic movie has not yet made an appearance on your blog? I sort of look forward to it…)

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April February 13, 2009 at 2:38 pm

those boots are awesome and totally worth the splurge!

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Allison February 13, 2009 at 4:01 pm

SO SO cute! Just when I thought ONE of the outfits was my fav, I jumped to the next and loved it even more. Nice work Miss Lady! I also just got a pair of teal Hue tights (for $3) because of you and your splash of color-ness. LOVES it. Love all the boots too.

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The Seeker February 13, 2009 at 5:21 pm

Great outfits, beauty!!!!

xoxo

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Hot Bot February 13, 2009 at 7:35 pm

Hey! I awarded you.

Loving the magenta tights.

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WendyB February 13, 2009 at 11:41 pm

Loving pink sequins!

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the freelancer's fashionblog February 14, 2009 at 8:02 am

Oh yeah those boots are H O T and oh so worth a little spending! Lve the red-boots outfit and the one with the red skirt!

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thevintageyear February 14, 2009 at 8:45 am

Those boots really are amazing – even better on you than in the picture! I love those last two outfits also, the colours are incredible.

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thebalancedgrad February 14, 2009 at 10:36 am

Oh my god! The orange-skirt-outfit and the purple-tights-outfit! You are genius!

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Down Comforter February 14, 2009 at 2:45 pm

Love the outfit with the red skirt – tres chic :)

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Sheila February 14, 2009 at 4:57 pm

I love the flame-coloured skirt and the magenta tights! And those red boots are killer. Me like.

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Shannon (A beautiful Dream) February 15, 2009 at 8:53 am

Cowl neck + that skirt = definitely sophisticated. you look amazing.

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Spandexpony February 15, 2009 at 11:58 pm

Oh my goodness, that purple is WORKIN’ for ya! great finds!!!

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budget chic February 16, 2009 at 8:27 am

I’m feeling that orange skirt I need one of those in my life!

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jawbee4 February 14, 2010 at 2:27 pm

I love all you're outfit i really love you're red and black flosand boots.i went to aldo website to order some and they are sold out.do you know any where i can find them? HELP

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Sal February 14, 2010 at 2:32 pm

Jawbee4: Oh, hon, I bought those boots last Christmas! I'm thinking the only place you might find a pair now is eBay. Sorry!

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