Thursday, March 24, 2011

Petite Fashion Challenge #6: Dress up your basics

This month's Petite Fashion Challenge is being hosted by Jess from Stylepint. This challenge is:
"“Dress Up Your Basics”
Jeans and a tee is a classic outfit starter. Depending on what you layer over this basic pairing, you can change style and feel of the entire look. This is your chance to show your personality and your creativity.
I have to admit, I was quite panicked when I saw the "tee" part because I am NOT a 
"tee" type of girl. But luckily I found a simple gray H & M tee that I could at least start with. And of course, my all time fav pair of jeans, the GAP legging jeans! I know, I am boring but oh well:D
Here's what the outfit looks like after some accessories and layering:
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Jacket: Theory Gratian Tweed Blazer- size 0 (buy here in winter white)
Tee: H & M Divided - size 2 (similar here)
Necklace: Nordstrom Long Strand Pink pearls- (similar here)
Pin: Vintage flower pearl brooch (cheap one here)
Earrings: Chanel
Purse: Chanel medium double flap purse

I know, not the most creative but it was the best I could do and that I felt comfortable in. I didn't have time to really think about this challenge due to work and traveling so I hope I did okay:) I attempted to do a couple of other looks but it was so terrible, I had to stick to what I knew was more "me". And I had to layer the tee with a blazer otherwise it just wouldn't look right on me.
Here's what it looks like before any layering or accessories:
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Looks totally weird right? I don't like t-shirts worn alone on me. It just looks odd and I feel like a boy.
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After taking these, I realized I have no color to make the outfit pop but for the sake of time, I decided to not re-shoot.
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I figured my gorgeous Chanel flap would make up for my boring, non-creative outfit...hehehe
Be sure to visit Stylepint to see all the other lovely petite participants! This has been a :