Monday Musings: Adding Color and Changing Your Style Recipe
We had several bouts of hail over weekend which makes my upcoming vacation to Mexico all the more exciting. These trips are priceless for me because I get to spend lots of quality time visiting with my brother, Pete. He lives in a very casual community where no one gets overly dressed up…but I still want a few new pieces.
I’m bored with everything I’ve unearthed from the guest room closet and went so far as to order a few colorful, embroidered tops! They will likely go back because while they’re very fun, they don’t match my style at home, and it seems nuts to have clothes I’ll only wear in Hawaii and Mexico. The funny thing is, I still have a few Johnny Was pieces from 30+ years ago that I haven’t been able to part with, which just goes to show how far my style recipe has changed over the years.
I have been more attracted to colors of late and plan to introduce some into my core wardrobe. I’m taking my sweet time at it because I want everything to be cohesive and work together. Orphan pieces and imposters just frustrate me and are not a wise investment.
Casual Restaurant Outfit
I’m all for dressing casually, but sometimes, I like to kick it up a notch. Since we eat home most nights, eating out feels like an occaision. I changed into some updated casual pieces for an impromptu dinner out at one of of favorite Italian restaurants last week.
Yes, it’s all neutral, but I promise I am experimenting with a bit more color these days. Everyone else seemed to be in jeans, but I enjoyed looking slightly elevated…and these pants have an elastic waistband :).
Save or Splurge
This week’s save or splurge continues on my theme of warm weather getaways with an outfit for a day at the beach or relaxing by the pool.
No day in the sun would be complete for me without a big hat, strong mineral sunblock and protective sunglesses. Add a flattering suit, modest cover-up, roomy tote and comfy slides for the perfect poolside outfit.
I’ve got blues on my radar these days so these outfits feature a pretty floral suit in deep blue, a blue coveup, neutral hat and straw bag with neutral pool slides. There are no earrings, but knowing me, I would wear a very simple pair because I’m not swimming laps, so I don’t have to worry about losing them.
The save outfit comes in near $192.00, and the splurge is closer to $1,136.00 . Can you tell the expensive one? I think you might be surprised at a few of the sources for these outfits. I’d happily wear either look.
Thanks for reading, and be sure to wear what makes you feel confident.
I’m enamored with your travel clothes. Wearing that “put together” look, I will feel fashionable even at 84. (A pet peeve of mine is the absolute trash look – like they just came off a 10 mile hike).
Did I miss the yard and the pic of your knitting project? Love to see it!
I haven’t shared it yet, but I will!
Love the scarf! I have a very similar one I bought at an artisan boutique on Granville Island in Vancouver. I am now inspired to build a neutral travel wardrobe and use my scarf! Thanks.
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