OOTD: The Shiny Hippy Vibe and the Pattern Mixing Visitor

 My outfit ended up with a kind of a hippy vibe today.  I was looking to be fashionable but wait for it…comfortable!  (I hear Clinton and Stacy cringing and shaking their heads in derision). Comfort and simplicity are the basics to my wardrobe.  If it’s too much trouble, then I won’t wear it.  I’m in love with the Democracy white pants with zipper details that I found on eBay.  They have just enough stretch to be comfortable without binding.  My only issue is that when I wear them again, I will wear a belt.  I literally spent my day pulling up my pants.  We walk the track with our lunch classes and I walked around holding up my pants…I was so gangsta.  The shirt is perfection.  The pattern and detail are just enough. The material breathes and does not cling.   I received many compliments on the shirt.  My accessories were pretty simple with some bling. A girl just has to have some shine!

 My shoes were shining bright.    Several months ago, I had a 30% off coupon and found these wonderful flats in wide width.  I bought all seven pairs that were available.  I wear the flats all the time.  I have brown, beige, red, black, sparkly black, sparkly gold, and sparkly silver.  I mean seven pairs of shoes for around $92 (taxes) now that is a deal.

HIPPY VIBE

Democracy White Jeans via eBay for $16.90  (exact)
Silver Flat from Payless (wide width) for $19.00 (I paid $11.89)
Lucky Campbell Laced Top $20.99
Top and Bottom Bracelets are from Dot's.  About $5 (from a set)
Middle Bracelet from Shoe Dazzle for $19.95 (sold out)
Earrings from Lane Bryant (old)

 

PATTERN MIXING

There ended up being two outfits today because one of my fellow teachers was working her pattern mixing.  Jeanne consented to being on my blog.  That is exciting.  The funny part is that her husband put the outfit together.  It’s so cute and looks well put together.  The small pale yellow polka dots blend well with the black and white diamond pattern of the pants.  The simple black flats bring it all together.  Booyah!

Pale Yellow with White Polka Dot Top from JCrew Factory Outlet (similiar)

Old Navy Pixie Skinny Ankle Pant  (black and white)

Pointy Black Flats from Target (similiar)

Easter Outfit and Inspiration

When I saw this outfit on “Southern Curls &Pearls”, it was love at first sight.  I was instantly drawn to the color combination, the lace skirt, and then the pearls.  I loved it!  I was inspired so I knew I wanted to recreate the outfit for plus size.  I already had the shoes and the necklace.  However, I did not have the skirt and the shirt.  I hit the world wide web.  I found the pieces I needed on eBay and Lane Bryant.  It was done in a matter of minutes.  It was easy to find.  

From http://www.southerncurlsandpearls.com/2014/01/coral-cutie.html

Here's my version:

Talbot’s Plus Size Ivory Lace Skirt - $30.85

StripedPointe Zipper Back Top from Lane Bryant - $21.15  (I had a 50% coupon code so a real bargain)

Women’sChelesea Flat from Payless -$16.99   - $11.89  (I got 30% off this price when I purchased)

Pearl Bracelet from Dot’s - $5.80

Pearl Necklace (don’t remember)

I'm happy but I'm thinking about having the hemline raised a little bit to the knee on the skirt!   I think it might look more polished.  We'll see.

As a Christian, Easter for me is about a risen Savior  .  Here is a picture of my husband and I after church:

 "If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." Romans 10:9