Somehow Thursdays have ended up being a marathon day for us. Between homework, after school activities and basketball practice I usually end up wanting to cry by 8:00 p.m.
But I will not let my crazy Thursday stand in the way of Fashion Friday. It must go on. And I even tried to incorporate a new feature where I show y’all a few things and then show some Pinterest links to give you an idea of how to put those things together. It’s not an exact science, but I think it kind of worked.
So here’s what I found this week.
1. Old Navy colored rock star jeggings
Colored jeans are all the rage. ALL THE RAGE. And I think they look really cute. I’m just not sure I can go back there. I even found a pair of red skinny jeans on sale for $11.99 at Old Navy and couldn’t pull the trigger.
Mainly because the last time I wore red jeans they were from Express and it was 1991. I also had a perm in my hair. It was a dark time.
2. rugby stripe clean-stitch tee
I tried on these shirts at Gap the other day and really like them. They’re thin but not see-through and are a great length for layering. Plus they’re super soft.
See? 1991. Chambray shirt. I wore one with my red jeans. And a brown Brighton belt with a big silver clasp. And my perm.
But this is 2012. So I think this would look cute with the pink skinny jeans featured above. Maybe add some turquoise jewelry or a cute scarf or a jacket. Or wear it open with a tank underneath. And no one will think you’re just holding out for 1991.
I think this is cute. Great top for spring. And it’s on sale.
5. charleston era ruffled coat
I adore this coat. It is just perfect with its ruffles.
This is the orange dress featured in one of the Pinterest links below. It’s pricey right now, but I bet you can find a cheaper version at TJ Maxx or Francescas or somewhere like that.
I love a good trench coat. And check out how cute the trench coats are in the Pinterest links below. I adore that little girls cuffed jeans, flats and trench. I guess she doesn’t just want to wear running shorts to school every day.
I think I first saw these on my friend Paige’s blog. Of course I’ve never met Paige in real life but I still call her my friend because I believe we will meet someday in person because I kind of love her.
Yes, it’s a white shirt. Yes, I have a problem. Yes, I believe white shirts are perfection. But look how cute it looks in the Pinterest link with that blazer.
10. denim blazer
And speaking of blazers, I love this denim one. Sure, black is probably my favorite but I like the denim. Especially with a cute skirt for spring. It’s a little dressier than just a normal jean jacket.
Okay.
See how cute the trench is? LOVE.
Source: foreverexq.tumblr.com via Paige on Pinterest
And look at this with the striped shirt and rainboots. So cute.
Source: tumblr.com via Paige on Pinterest
I love the coral with denim and turquoise. This would be cute with cowboy boots too.
Source: polyvore.com via Sarah on Pinterest
This is a great look, too. Apparently I’m all about the coral color right now.
Source: polyvore.com via Melanie on Pinterest
Here are the red skinny jeans. It kind of makes me wish I’d forked over the $11.99 for that pair at Old Navy. But then what if I put them on and channel 1991 and the next thing you know I’m standing on a table in a public place singing “Groove is in the Heart” by Dee-Lite?
Not that I ever did that kind of thing.
I’ll just say that a few bottles of Zima ย can cause a person to lose some inhibitions.
Source: sorakeem.tumblr.com via Melanie on Pinterest
The only thing that rivals coral for me at this point is a great yellow. I love the yellow skirt with the brown accessories and denim jacket. You could put the denim blazer with it for a look that’s a little more tailored if that’s your thing.
Source: polyvore.com via Melanie on Pinterest
See how great the ruffled shirt looks with the blazer? Such a great look.
Source: Uploaded by user via Paige on Pinterest
And that’s it for today.
Y’all have a great Friday.
I love every pic today! And am giving you an “amen, sister” on the coral and the yellow. Drool!
PS – I understand how you feel about your “friend” Paige. That’s how I feel about you! You are totally my friend even though we have never met!
I feel the same way….my “friend” Melanie….love all the fashions and reminds me why I am on the healthy eating train.
My family all know who I mean when I refer to my “blog friend!”
Can I just say that Groove is in the heart is stuck in my brain now. I have also got the hubs singing it too. It’s like the song that never ends. ๐ Also Zima takes me back to a few awkward moments as well. We would drink ours through straws oh the classiness…
As a devoted Longhorn, I love how you are embracing the orange this season! Just kidding – this is a great selection and the putting together of it (gotta love that grammar) is very helpful. Thanks!
As soon as I read the title to your post that blasted song popped into my head……..AND IT WON’T GET OUT!!!!!! ๐ Thankfully, I am crazy in love with that song.
I also LOVE the red pants though I seriously doubt I could EVER pull them off. Too much junk in the trunk and my thighs are not slimming at all.
Have a great weekend!
Oh, dear, ruffled blouses? Shirts with breast pockets? Have mercy on us full-figured gals who cannot afford to sport embellishments in the chest area! Is there nothing cute and springy that we busty broads might wear?
Love the ruffled shirt/blazer combo. But I’ve gotta say that in the Pinterest outfit with the cute yellow skirt I looked at that Tiffany bracelet and thought it said “TACO” at first. I thought I know she likes some Mexican food but this is a little over the edge. : )
skinny clothes…i used to be able to wear them…sigh!
coral + tuquoise = perfection LOVE the look. Great Fashion Friday today. Thank you for the inspiration.
LOVE EVERYTHING. You are awesome. Don’t change anything about this blog! Have a great weekend!
Kinda LOVE that necklace on the last picture…Wow!
Love the outfits today. But I could have done without having Groove is in the Heart stuck in my head. Now I have to go find it on spotify so I can get it out ๐
I love the looks that you pull together. Just love them.
Thanks!
I have the same problem you do with white shirts, except with grey everything (shoes, pants, purses, coats, tons of shirts). I think it is a metaphor for my life: nothing is ever black or white with me. I actually have the Ralph Lauren ruffle shirt and love it (I don’t love that I paid $90 for it and it is now on sale for $55). I also have a trench (in grey, of course) and wear it all the time. Especially since it’s been such a mild winter. I had the most beautiful Bannana Republic denim blazer about 5 years ago and never wore it and now I am kicking myself for donating it because I am thinking of about a million ways to wear it now. Great clothes! I’ve been trying to wear more color this year and everytime I wear something other than black, white or grey, somebody either compliments me or asks if got a haircut or changed my makeup or why I’m so happy. I guess I should learn from that.
Have a fabulous weekend!
I am on the fence with the red skinny jeans as well. And all the other colors. I know for a fact you would look precious in them. Mustard and coral– two colors I love and are BIG for the spring, but I am not sure my blonde pastiness would add anything to a very bold color. Maybe I’d be alright with the coral, but I might look bleh in mustard. Loving blazers right now too. LOVED this post!
Oh those white ruffley shirts are totally reminding me of Jerry (Seinfeld) and the “Puffy Shirt” episode. LOL! The Pinterest is very intriguing – love those outfit combos. It’s a talent! Thanks!
Thanks a looot — guess what song is going through my head now?! ๐
And Zima…. ah, I’d forgotten about that. I took mine with a shot of Chambord in it. Those were the days.
Amazing picks. I think the two trench coats are my favorites–I’m totally on the hunt for a new one. If you get a minute, we’d love you to swing by our fashion mingle and share this post!
http://www.momtrends.com/2012/01/fashionable-moms/
We’re always looking for new friends to share and show off their style!
I am so glad you clarified with the updated styling tips for the red jeans…because there are some people who would be all “yes! red jeans are in again” and go grab their old pair, peg ’em, and try rocking that look. It would not be fantastic.
I wonder if I could bribe one of my girls to wear a little cute mini trench with flats? Too cute!
This made me giggle out loud because my mother, who is actually pretty fashion-savvy for a 70 year old, is VERY wont to keep things in her closet for many, many years anticipating their return to “in.” For example, she has kept a blackwatch plaid ankle-length wrap skirt and matching double breasted blazer (from this store in Texas called Harold’s, which, sadly, is no more) of mine in the back of her closet for around 20 years now because, I presume, she’s pretty sure the wrap skirt is going to be resurrected at some point. Then she will be all SMUG about her fashion prescience. And you are SO right–it would NOT be fantastic.
the jacket in the very last photo… makes me weak in the knees.
and costco, of all places, has calvin klein double breasted trench in 4 colors.
I, too, love the colored jeans! I had a pair of fuchsia 501s, circa 1983, that I wore the tail end off of. When I wore them the first time, myl cousin, who was in the process of getting his mullet permed, (am i dating myself with the 80s references?) said,” Whoa! That’s bright!”.
I would love to get a pair now, but 1983 was MANY pounds ago. I’ll stick to the dark solids.
I like the Pinterest action of your Fashion Friday, but am DEEPLY saddened to find that the adorable yellow batik skirt was available from J Crew two years ago! I’ll bet if I could still find it in my size, the price would be PERFECT for my budget!
I love all of the combinations, although my butt & thighs are not toned enough to wear anything with that much color. I am also busty, so the ruffles wouldn’t work. I would feel almost like Dolly.
I do, however, blame you for my current pinterest obsession\addiction. It’s just like crack. Seriously. You mentioned it a time or two so I thought I would hop over and take a look, I invited myself (something I feel quiet naughty at because I would never invite myself anywhere) and now I am hooked. You basically served as the dope dealer. Kinda.
I really like the white ruffles blouse and the blazer plus the necklace. Where can we get the necklace?
They’d be absolutely darling if I wore a size smaller than a 16 jeans! Somehow when I picture myself in the clothes on here I weigh about 40 pounds less than I do now. How come that never works in real life? Put on the clothes and you instantly lose 40 pounds!! One things for sure, I’m not giving up Mexican food for it….or creamer, so wave your magic wand….please…..somebody ๐
I love the flashbacks. I may still have a chambray shirt in my closet from 1990! Tee hee, zima, that brings back memories. Aftershock, I don’t remember much after drinking that. Yes, I like the pinterest links so we know how to wear these fashions in the right decade.