What I Wore: Breaking the Rules

March 2, 2012May 1, 20121 Comment

what I wore: dress – vintage paper white from cheap thrills, slip – target, platforms – forever 21

I’ve never adhered to the no white after labor day rules. No, maybe I wouldn’t wear a strapless white shift with sandals in the snow, but that’s really about practicality and not about following set guidelines. On the first day of March, the forecast was for 74 degrees. I am a self-proclaimed sun worshiping summer lover and I took the opportunity to wear a white lattice dress. I knew the minute my eyes locked on this dress that it would have to be mine. You know that moment when you have the internal argument with yourself about how much money you can possibly let yourself spend? Luckily it was $18. And I have to tell you this is the very best silhouette for ANY WOMAN. Ladylike & feminine, it accentuates the waist, shows the legs and covers the arms. PERFECTION.

What I Wore: Greenery

March 1, 2012March 1, 2012Leave a comment

what I wore: cardi – express, skirt – vintage melrose options via potter’s house, booties – gojane.com

I’ve been dying to try this outfit out. It’s an old (see 1995) Express cardi worn backwards with a new-to-me vintage silk skirt from potter’s house. Topped off with neon green booties (called yellow on site) I just purchased at gojane.com. Go Jane has been such an exciting find for shoes lately! The prices are great and the heels are high! I also got these great orange high tops that I plan to wear with delicate skirts ala TTH & some giant tweed platforms in blue. Scroll for more photos!

What I Wore: The Rhinestone Bowtie

February 29, 20122 Comments

what I wore: dress – forever 21, blazer – liz claiborne, platforms – jessica simpson, earrings – forever 21, rhinestone bowtie – vintage family heirloom, ring – kate spade

So I basically recreated my vday fuschia monochrome but changed it up with the shoes and the bows. I love this outfit.

What I Wore: 80’s Revival

February 28, 2012February 27, 20122 Comments

what I wore: dress – vintage maggy london via cheap thrills, belt – old from Maude, heels – gianni bini

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I love the shoulder detail on this funky/fun little dress I found at Cheap Thrills recently. Without the belt, the dress morphs into 80s-extreme!

What I Wore: Golden Girl

February 23, 2012October 30, 20122 Comments

what I wore: dress – vintage from cheap thrills, belt – vintage from grey dog, earrings – kate spade, heels – vince camuto

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This dress. Ahhh. It’s one of my favorite finds EVER. The brocade gold fabric is so luxurious. There is a little peter pan collar in the back that my go-go-gadget arms could not capture in photo. I’ve told you how into maxi dresses I’ve been and I wasn’t lying. I’ve worn several over the past few weeks. I also feel like vintage clothes are another art form.

Recent maxi posts: tied up & blue, to the max, blue & green, back attack, muted

Strut

February 22, 2012Leave a comment

If you’re going to put a lot of effort into looking fabulous. You MUST look fabulous whilst walking. Ya feel me? Some examples…

via my pinterest

xo Payton

What I Wore: Back Attack

February 17, 20121 Comment

what I wore: skirt – vintage from potter’s house, knit – dkny, heels – forever21, bracelets – family heirloom and evil eye from charm & chain, rings – all gifts, earrings & necklace – kate spade

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I wore this semi-low cut knit backwards and loved the effect.

What I Wore: Fuchsia folie à deux

February 16, 2012February 16, 20122 Comments

what I wore: blazer – liz claiborne petites, dress – forever21, heels – bcbg, skirt – max studio, sweater – thakoon for target, brooch/earrings – vintage, ring – kate spade

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On Valentine’s day evening, I wore the monochrome fuchsia to dinner with my hubby. The next day, I was still in a pink state of mind but wanted to mix it up. So I pulled the bold blazer on over a black ensemble. I think I actually prefer the bold fuchsia look!

What I Wore: Olive & Sequins

February 14, 2012February 13, 20122 Comments

what I wore: jeans – old navy, blouse – vintage via cheap thrills, rings & necklace – vintage, earrings – forever21

What I Wore: Preppy Plaid

February 10, 2012Leave a comment

what I wore: jacket – vintage brooks brothers, dress – calvin klein, booties – forever21, pin – vintage

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This jacket is one of my all-time favorite finds. I love the fit and the color is perfect for Razorback games that get a little chilly. Or anytime an outfit needs a little extra kick of prep.