Thursday, July 30, 2015

Fashion: Of Dresses and Skirts

     So I'm the kind of girl who shops at second-hand stores, Goodwill, and garage sales; and has lots of hand-me-downs from family and friends ... I have barely any clothes that were bought brand new. And I never really buy full outfits together (it usually doesn't work that way at second-hand shops, haha). So I've always struggled with feeling like I didn't have many outfits that I really liked/were my style.

     Well, since I'm going to be moving out, for at least a few months (yep, it's happening!!); I've been going through my things. I decided to try to make outfits with the clothes I have ... find skirts to go with each of my dressy shirts; make sure I'll have a pair of shoes to match each outfit; make use of all the sweaters and cardigans I have.

     In the end, I found that I have plenty of outfits! :D And plenty to get rid of as well. So here's a challenge. If you feel like you have too many clothes, but not enough outfits to choose from, then get your mom, sister, or friend, and try matching things together! :)

     Here are some of my results ...


~ Black & white skirt, gray tank top, teal cardigan, black necklace, black pumps ~

~ Polka-dot brown dress, lacy cardigan, red pumps ~

~ Long white skirt, purple shirt, black sandals ~

~ Gray dress,  red coat, black pumps ~

~ Flowery pink skirt, off-white shirt, brown & white heeled sandals, pearl necklace ~

~ Jean skirt, multiple color t-shirt, brown flats ~ 

~ Black & white maxi skirt, pink tank top, black button-up shirt, light pink belt, black flats ~

~White skirt, blue blouse, gold sandals ~

~ Black & white dress, pink cardigan, black belt, bright necklace, black pumps ~

~ Black dress pants, long sea-green shirt, black pumps ~

     From casual to dressy ... classy to fun ... I found I have a lot of great outfits that I really like.

     So what do you think? Do you have any outfits like this? Which ones are most your style? Could you put something like one of these together if you took time to look through your things and mix and match? :) :)

     Well, that was fun! Blessings all! Send up a prayer for me as I prepare to move! Eek! ;)

13 comments:

  1. I love all of your skirts and dresses! I love skirts, but dresses never seem to fit me. :p I think I like the second one the best -- the red shoes add a nice pop to the outfit. :)
    Ohhh, moving out? Scary. 0.0 Definitely will be praying for you, Shantelle as you go through the moving. ^-^

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    1. Thanks, Katie!! Aren't the red shoes adorable? :D I love them!

      Yep! Three or four days now! I'm quite nervous, but also excited. Thank you for your prayers!! Means a lot! <3

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  2. I like the white skirt and blue blouse :) I'll keep you in my prayers. I just moved and it was nice to go through all my clothes! I'm realizing more and more that the only way an outfit with pants or shorts looks good on me is if the shirt is long! So, that being said I don't have many long shirts/tunics so I've been wearing more skirts lately.

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    1. Thanks, Eliza! Blues are my favorite, so I try to find outfits with that color. Thank you!! I so appreciate your prayers! ^_^

      I'm one who tends to like a longer shirt as well. :) Skirts are great too though! I want to get a library job and wear nice, classy outfits to work, :D

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  3. Shantelle, you're so adorable! I especially love #2.
    I'm praying for your move! That's so exciting and scary...:)

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    1. Haha, thanks, Amanda! :) Ah, I know, isn't it just lovely? Just need some curls and red lipstick, ;)

      Thanks for praying!! It really calms my anxious heart a bit just knowing people are praying! ^_^ Let's hope I feel more excited than scared these next few days!! ;D

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  4. Love your outfits!! I would love to wear skirts more, but I don't own many, and my man doesn't like long skirts so I don't wear them as much, lol! I do love dresses though - especially pregnant ;) Much more cozy!

    I love going trough my clothes. I do it every six months or so, and donate things I never wear

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    1. Thanks, Stefanie! Yeah, it can be hard to find ones that fit nice and look nice. And it's good to try to wear things your man likes! :D Aww, dresses are especially cute with a baby bump.

      It is so nice to go through clothes, hey? Refreshing! :)

      Thanks for stopping by!

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  5. You have a nice style, thanks for the tips. I am moving out too, and I have to go through my closet.
    :D

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    1. Thank you, Skye! Hey, so cool! Hope everything goes well for you! :)

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  6. I absolutely love the red coat and polka dot one! You have some awesome outfits!

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    1. Thanks, Laura! They're so much fun! I love that more old-fashioned look, :) As well as some of the styles of this day!

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  7. Oh, all those outfits are so darling! Most of my clothes are from Goodwill, too, so I know what you mean about feeling rather lacking in the full-outfit department. I need to ask my mom to help me put together some outfits, too! :)

    ~Liv
    oliviakfisher.blogspot.com

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