I've managed to pull out another "favorite" look with this outfit. I'm wearing a gold shimmery tank under a lightweight dark purple cardigan with new black slacks and a very blingy gold/rhinestone statement necklace. I'm also carrying an olive handbag. I've read that green is a neutral, popular for this season, and can be used instead of basic black. I haven't carried this purse much, but am going to try to incorporate it into my outfits more often because I really like it. It's got an alligator/crocodile? pattern on it and is very roomy. Oh, and I'm also wearing my bronzy gold sandals which I also love and they are soooo foot friendly.
Let me tell you about these pants..... I thrifted these for $4.99 and they were brand new with the tags still on. They are Lafayette148 New York brand. The tag was priced originally at $298!! What?! And these were selling at Loehmann's w/discounted price of $99. I paid $4.99 for what was nearly a $300 pair of pants, folks! And I love them! I had to hem them at the bottom, but otherwise they fit perfectly. I love it when I hit a BIG BARGAIN like this one while thrifting. I'm really happy with anything I thrift that I end up loving...no matter what the original price tag actually, but it is kind of exciting to score those really big bargain deals too.
I would love to accumulate, and put into rotation in my wardrobe , outfits like this that I love, that make me feel good, and that fit my personal style...and eventually eliminate all the other stuff that doesn't work as well. I know I've probably mentioned that before, but it's still my goal. And every day I put together an outfit like this my desire for that end result just grows stronger.
I found this fabulous necklace on eBay for only $6.99 (no tax/no shipping). I've seen it sell on other sites for $75 or more. Now why would I want to pay $75 for the exact same thing (or no discernable difference to me) that I can get for $7??
Thrifted Items:
Black Slacks $4.99 Lafayette 148 New York - new w/tags (Goodwill)
Gold Tank
Cardigan $4.20 (Value Village)
Black/Gold Bangle
Purse $3 (Value Village)
Sandals $3 Kenneth Cole Reaction (Value Village)
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Gold Bangles $5.48 Walmart
Gold Watch $16.99 Target
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I love your outfit today! Finding a deal is indeed a rush. ;) I recently found a Michael Kors winter coat for $4.99 (found the identical coat selling on ebay for $150) and a purse for $2.99.
ReplyDeleteThat's fantastic, Debbie! I do love a bargain. :)
DeleteLisa, you look beautiful...kisses...
ReplyDeleteThank you, bastamb. :)
DeleteThat's incredible. So chic pants for the price!
ReplyDeleteMany greetings Sabine
Greetings to you too, Sabine. Yes, incredible discount.
DeleteYou look marvelous Lisa, I really love this outfit, so beautiful and elegant and stylish. You always look amazing. Gee! what a great deal!!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely Sunday
Lenya
Hi, Lenya. Thank you. :)
DeleteYou definitely found a gem there with those pants Lisa! I am trying to clear out my wardrobe too,It is so much easier to make up outfits when you part with pieces that don't work.Have a good week:)
ReplyDelete~Anne
I'm still in a rut with clearing out. I tried looking through my closets today and couldn't find a thing I was ready to part with. I think I sometimes see too much "possible" potential in an item that I should just give up on already. ha
DeleteLove that gold tank too! Looking good! xoxo
ReplyDeleteOh, yes, love the gold tank too. It's gotten too big, but if I wear it under something it still works. Can't see the gaping armholes that way. Someday maybe I'll work on altering it. I'm just scared I'll ruin it though.
DeleteHeck of a find on the pants! Love the outfit and the idea of using olive as a neutral.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Donna. I meant to let you know to have a nice trip. We used to leave Emma at a "home" that had a service for caring for animals too. They lived out in the country a bit and watched some dogs that stayed outside, but they let Emma stay inside all the time day and night with the family. She was comfortable and cared for in a nice home so it was definitely worth it.
DeleteGreat score on those pants and love this outfit. Yes, parting with things is a tough one. I am going to really work hard to wear what I have this season and do some purging at the end.
ReplyDeleteThat's exactly what I'm going to try to do, Tracey. Since I was not able to find much to purge at the moment (I did go back and find 2 items) I'lll keep re-evaluating off and on as the mood strikes, but will try to really make some headway at the end of winter when I see what has not gotten worn at all.
DeletePurple is a must have this autumn! Your cardigan looks so nice on you and matches well with your beautiful olive bag. Wonderful pants too!
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