Breaking the Rules

 

It seems odd not to take pictures of all my outfits now because I'm used to it. So I thought it might be time to post again. Maybe I'll even post on a semi-frequent basis. Maybe.

We've all been told not to mix brown and black or gold and silver (or maybe just me?). For years I just couldn't bring myself to wear a brown belt with black shoes or a gold and silver bracelet together. Today I'm branching out and doing all of the above. And I think I like it. Who knew breaking the rules could feel so good?

P.S. I just got my hair did!

Sandals- Charlotte Russe | Shorts- Calvin Klein via Elder Beerman | Top- TJ Maxx | Belt- AE | Necklace- Jewelmint.com | Assorted Bracelets- H&M, Jewelmint.com, Nine West via Elder Beerman | Sunnies- Walgreens

30 in 30 Recap!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Looking back through these photos I seem to like more of my outfits now then when I wore them. And some I'm still not a huge fan of. All in all, though, I'm glad it's over. Would I do it again? Probably. Do I want to anytime soon. No. It's kind of like running a race. I can't wait until its over, but I'm always glad I did it.

Here are a few take-aways:

-Don't include items from your wardrobe you never wear. I thought this would be brilliant because it would force me to utilize these pieces. Instead, I just ended up hating those outfits the most (i.e. grey, ruffle cardigan).

-Give yourself a "wild card" item. I wish I had only included 29 items, so I could have added an item at any time in case of emergency.

-Include more cardigans/sweaters, less jackets. Cardigans and sweaters can be used for both casual and work outfits. Generally, I only wear jackets to work (unless they're casual in nature).

Overall, I did learn how to better utilize my wardrobe. And other blogs were my savior in terms of new ideas when my creative juices were running low.

And confession: I did buy clothing during the challenge, but I didn't wear any of it so it doesn't count! :)

Shanna- Day#30

Shoes- Payless, Dress- BR Outlet, Belt- Limited, Necklace- Gabes, Bracelets- Pandora & forget, Shirt- Express, Ring- Berlin Village Gift Barn

YEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAHHH! We're done! I'm so happy right now!

Laura - Day#30

Yeah we did it!

Oh no, what am I wearing tomorrow? So many options!

Laura - Day#29

I switched to the cardigan half-way through the day. After I did, someone at work told me, "I like this a lot better, I didn't really like that grey jacket with that skirt. I don't think it goes together."  I said, "I thought this jacket looks brown-ish with brown and grey with black." She said, "No Laura, that jacket is grey." lol
Anyway, remember my earlier comment about this jacket? Maybe it's is not quite as versatile as I thought it was. It only changes color in my own mind! haha

I kept messing with the scarf

Shanna- Day#29

Shoes- Target, Skirt- Express, Tank- Loft, Cardigan- Charlotte Russe, Belt- The Clothing Warehouse, Watch & Bracelet- Fossil & Pandora (gifted), Neclace- Loft (gifted)

Laura - Day#28

Scarf & Bracelet~Homespun Treasures, Earrings~55West, Shoes~Me Too (DSW Clearance rack)

Ready for church