What I’m Wearing
* Vintage black blazer with beaded lapels …seen recently here, w/my shocking pink jeans.
* Silk dress with pockets by Gold Hawk …seen here as a tunic w/ leggings.
* Tassel tie belt is from a Leyendecker dress I wore here. But I wear this tie belt all the time.
* Vintage rhinestone necklace, Gerard Yosca turquoise Drop Earrings from GILT, mixed bangles, vintage turquoise snakeskin clutch.
* Tom Ford cat eyes, STILL my favorite pair of sunglasses at the moment. I’ve been wearing them since February 2010… which goes to show that if you spend your money on quality items with classic styling, they pay for themselves as long as you take care of them.
* Topshop patent leather oxfords
* Hair: low messy side bun
* Title: lyrics from Billy Joel – Uptown Girl
I know this will amplify my nerd status or just show you how committed I am to my work…. but Friday night at around midnight, I FINALLY was able to change my link color in my posts to pink without it affecting my sidebar links. I know, dumb, but it was a 4+ year challenge that I finally accomplished and it felt pretty great. I honestly don’t know why I didn’t figure it out sooner because it was simple. Just one of those things, I suppose.
I received an email the other day from an upset reader, well, not really upset, more sarcastically confused that I had worn, listed and linked to a dress that was $115 when she thought I was a “looks for less” type of blog. And just to be clear, while I do love to find great items to add to my wardrobe at great prices, as well as make many of my own accessories and such, I am not, nor have I ever strictly been a “budget blog”. Not that there’s anything wrong with those blogs, I think they are great, I just don’t want anyone thinking I used to be one way and have changed into something else. I buy what I like. If I can afford it and I think it’s worthy, I will spend a small fortune on something but I do have my limits. And as demonstrated in this outfit, I am a huge fan of mixing high end pieces with inexpensive finds as well as great vintage treasures and DIYs. I almost ALWAYS spend money on a great pair of sunglasses and on bags. Shoes, sometimes. Everything else is a case by case basis. So I just wanted to clear the air and let anyone who may be confused know where I stand on that.
Happy Monday!
Neris / Fashion Fractions
Looking gorgeous Maegan! I love that you are wearing oxfords with this outfit 😉
Happy Monday!
xxx,
Fashion Fractions
fitandfashion
You look great! I love this outfit. I also love the way you mix high end and budget pieces. It doesnt have to be all one way or the other.
Gabriella
I love this outfit, especially the blazer and those shoes! So adorable! Pretty accessories too! Personally, I don’t care what other people spend on their clothes, if you can afford higher priced things, why not? I do like the way you mix higher end things with inexpensive ones though. 🙂
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CessOviedo
Love hoe you mixed feminine and manly pieces here! The links look nice, good job!
Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries
*Sparkles*
*love* the first picture and the pop of turquoise – tres chic!!
Ticka
The look is flawless!! I must get a blazer!!
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Lisa
You look lovely!
Looms, lids, and Layers
Great and Fun look! I am slowly trying to get into the oxfords myself… Looks fantastic on you! Have a good one!
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Behind the Lashes
This is the type of post that I wish I lived in California. It’s starting to get cold here in PA and cute dresses like this are becoming not an option. Love this look.
Galaxia
My favorite part is your shoes!
Too bad your reader was so confused…I don’t think $115 for a nice maxi is too steep, but everyone has different budgets.
Vanessa, Take only Memories
Fabulous outfit. I am totally in love with those shoes!
Anna Saccone
Love this outfit! And I’ve never thought your blog was a budget one…ever. It should be pretty obvious what your style is and that you don’t really focus on the price of things but rather the beauty of the pieces you choose! <3
kostas
Superb style,very beautiful woman.
Michelle
very chic, maegan. i love how your hair is styled here and the contrast btwn the glam jewels and the tomboy oxfords. as always, a standout look! “happy” monday 😉
jenn~the stylish housewife
you look GORGEOUS! i love this outfit on you. so so pretty.
xoxo, jenn
the stylish housewife
Statement of Fashion
Love those shoes!
Megan, The Frugalista Diaries
Looooove this…
Alela Sirah
Love the comment about spending good money on things that will last you forever!! I so agree!!
http://fashionablyspeakn.blogspot.com/2011/10/sephora-nail-bling-ummmm.html
Roopa
Oxfords looks awesome
Shelby324539
Love the outfit! And always love the sunglasses! I would love to know where I could find those specific frames. I can find different Tom Ford ‘cat eye’ glasses but not those:( Do you know where I could find them online? I am in Canada so online is easier 🙂 thanks a bunch!!
Nicole
Great outfit! Love the combination of feminie dress and masculine oxfords! Perfect!
Kisses from Hong Kong,
Nicole
dirty girl
how did i miss this outfit? i love it! so cute!
and you are a pro at mixing and matching all types of things. you’ve got mad/schmart skillz.
ef the moron that got upset with you. cripes. GET A LIFE.
Sing
This is so cool. I like that it looks like you grabbed some of hubby’s clothes and made it ladylike. Cute belt.
Marlee
Love the bag! And although I am a very budget-conscious shopper, it’s fun to see things at all price points. It’s still good inspiration!
Matter Of Style
what a cool outfit!
It’s perfectly put together, every piece is unique and original but at the same time doesn’t steal the attention from others!
I like that you chose to wear brogues, I’m too thinking about wearing them and I think you shown a very clever way to style them! 🙂
Consultoria RH
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tui xach thoi trang
Hi very good vid!.And i m just wondering if you can help me out with something.I am having trouble with finding the right size of shirt since m a tall guy–6‘ 2“.And most of the shirts i bought is too short for me since m after the slim fit shirts. I‘m slim and i really want to try a slim fit dress shirt. I wear normally a large size shirt, should i buy a “large“ slim fit or a medium. I don‘t want a muffin top. I‘m new in this so your help will be greatly appreciated.
jessica
magnifico