Careers in Fashion

Monday, November 16, 2009

Variations of a theme

If you were to ever accuse me of being an "outfit repeater," normally I might gasp and swear, "Never!" But if you had caught me this past weekend, I would have been found guilty as charged.

What I wore Saturday...Dress, scarf: Kimchi Blue, Urban Outfitters
Tights: Target, maybe?
Boots: Kohl's, gift from Grandma
Necklaces: Tiffany's, vintage
And then Sunday...Faux fur jacket: Had it for so long I can't remember...
Sweater dress: Gift
Bag: Simply Vera by Vera Wang
Belt, tights: Loft
Boots: Report, Off-Broadway Shoes


Now my personal style isn't what I'd call consistent... I change themes, genres, decades on a daily basis. This is probably because I'm an "actress"; most of my outfits are "costumes." Lately I've been feeling really late seventies/early eighties, and that's been reflected in everything from my iPod playlists (Heart! Eagles! Journey! Bad Company!) to my sartorial choices.

This sweater dress/leggings/ankle boots combo has almost become a uniform of late. There's nothing much easier than slipping on a long sweater or tunic over leggings, then throwing on a scarf, belt, or faux-fur bomber jacket-- done! I've been in a purple-y mood lately, so I just happened to wear lilac-colored dresses two days in a row. Today I'm wearing a deep purple tunic! Guess I'm in a purple haze...

7 comments:

Emily, Resplendent Tranquility said...

I have a confession, this post has given me a slight case of boot envy! That idea of moving to MA, getting an apartment together, and sharing wardrobes sounds more and more appealing every time it crosses my mind ;)

Variations on a theme, I find, can be the best answer to wardrobe slumps or help inspire new ideas. Sometimes certain things just work, are comfortable, are too good not to wear over & over, etc. This look totally works for you. Maybe I'm a little biased in my thought since I know you so well, but it definitely screams, "Yep, that's Erin," in my mind :)

Talisa said...

Really pretty pictures!!!

Jaime @ laviejaime said...

Love purple on you :)

Elaine said...

I try not to do repeats but I don't think would be considered an outfit repeat! In essence the type of pieces are being repeated....which I think are pretty vital for fall/winter!! ;)

And yes...my bag is vintage Gucci! I got it at a yard sale for $3!!!! :D:D


clothedmuch.blogspot.com

Unknown said...

beautiful pics of fall!

and i love the way you layerd this outfit

nice:)

Robin said...

In real life, you're an outfit repeater. But in Blogland they call it remixing. So you're still very cool. Love the boots!

Rebecca, A Clothes Horse said...

Pretty dress; I like repeating outfits is natural. I mean, we're not trust fund babies, no? Who can afford to not repeat!