tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3903904618613671492024-02-07T21:30:49.138-08:00Plummy: Developing StyleA blog about finding personal style, being thrifty, shopping secondhand, and working with what you've gotPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.comBlogger209125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-18889665914649230632011-02-25T12:32:00.001-08:002011-02-25T12:35:55.921-08:00Elephant About My Waist<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5477347436/" title="IMG_3240 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5051/5477347436_8630b01d58_z.jpg" alt="IMG_3240" width="297" height="640" /></a><br /><br />This dress is so much shorter than I remember it to be! At least with dark, opaque tights I can keep some modesty...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5476747077/" title="IMG_3236 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5174/5476747077_9e49d353fe_z.jpg" alt="IMG_3236" width="330" height="640" /></a><br /><br />I love this new elephant belt I found at the Goodwill. I had a new hole punched in the leather so it fits me better, which my local shoe cobbler does for free.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5477347642/" title="IMG_3246 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5477347642/" title="IMG_3246 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5212/5477347642_7ef48b7f83_m.jpg" width="240" height="150" alt="IMG_3246" /></a></a><br /><br />Belt: Goodwill<br />Cardigan: Banana Republic via Goodwill<br />Dress: Pour La Frime via Goodwill<br />Tights: Target<br />Shoes: FrancePlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-53599788821490042132011-02-25T12:28:00.000-08:002011-02-26T20:44:11.098-08:00Noise-Filled Dusk<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5476746865/" title="IMG_3192 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5259/5476746865_7dfc4ab0e9_z.jpg" alt="IMG_3192" width="317" height="640" /></a><br /><br />I apologize for the poor quality photos, I was only able to snap them in the evening! I enjoyed how French I looked today, though. :)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5476746947/" title="IMG_3203 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5300/5476746947_d3819ecf74_z.jpg" alt="IMG_3203" width="271" height="640" /></a><br /><br />Shirt: Banana Republic Wool Sweater via Goodwill<br />Skirt: Self-made<br />Boots: Steve Madden<br />Tights: Hue via Plato's Closet<br />Beret: Goodwill<br />Belt: Chico's via GoodwillPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-51816088660849055662011-02-22T22:57:00.000-08:002011-02-22T23:03:31.769-08:00Wooly Winter WearsI have recently found some fantastic items at the Goodwill--I have been on the lookout for more items of quality fabrics and among my finds are: this black cardigan, wool and so warm!, a navy blue wool sweater, a wool beret, a leather and metal belt as well as a denim jacket (the seams are finished with pink binding and I'm a sucker for pretty insides of clothing). New episodes of Four Ways to Wear coming soon (I have been out of town on a snow camping expedition, which has been fantastic fun but very tiring!).<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5470598322/" title="IMG_2964 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5093/5470598322_1e8147756b_z.jpg" width="378" height="640" alt="IMG_2964" /></a><br />Sweater dress: Rhapsody via Ross<br />Skirt: H&M via Plato's Closet<br />Cardigan: Banana Republic via Goodwill<br />Tights: J. Crew via Ross<br />Shoes: Naturalizer via GoodwillPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-65555325713536096142011-02-18T23:37:00.000-08:002011-02-18T23:39:29.649-08:00Winter Uniform<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5457331539/" title="IMG_2858 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5058/5457331539_23003e3f99_z.jpg" width="314" height="640" alt="IMG_2858" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5457938434/" title="IMG_2857 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5014/5457938434_4edbdf1360_z.jpg" width="301" height="640" alt="IMG_2857" /></a><br />Skirt: Preview Collection via Goodwill<br />Sweater dress (layered underneath): Ross<br />Cardigan (base layer): Goodwill<br />Tights: Hue via The Rack<br />Boots: Steve MaddenPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-15748643303331656242011-02-18T23:34:00.000-08:002011-02-18T23:37:03.715-08:00Secret Viewpoint<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5457937940/" title="IMG_2822 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5220/5457937940_400a50f249_z.jpg" width="386" height="640" alt="IMG_2822" /></a><br /><br />I found a new hidden park by my work--it has a fantastic view and is at the end of a windy little road. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5457331043/" title="IMG_2835 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5175/5457331043_e96dbab323_z.jpg" width="379" height="640" alt="IMG_2835" /></a><br />Sweater: Banana Republic via Goodwill<br />Cardigan: Unknown via Goodwill<br />Skirt: Express via Plato's Closet<br />Tights: Target<br />Shoes: Naturalizer via GoodwillPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-82461534040585284602011-02-18T23:30:00.000-08:002011-02-18T23:33:42.367-08:00Speaking of Gray...<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5457937488/" title="IMG_2783 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5219/5457937488_2c2435b76b_z.jpg" width="323" height="640" alt="IMG_2783" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5457937542/" title="IMG_2785 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5011/5457937542_5c4f788b91_z.jpg" width="416" height="640" alt="IMG_2785" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5457330401/" title="IMG_2777 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5091/5457330401_48a6d9588f_z.jpg" width="324" height="640" alt="IMG_2777" /></a><br />Boots: Steve Madden<br />Tights: Hue via Plato's Closet<br />Skirt: Brass Plum via Goodwill<br />Sweater: Ross<br />Long sleeve: Kiabi via FrancePlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-43785993088847115262011-02-18T22:57:00.000-08:002011-02-18T23:29:44.691-08:00Gray All Over<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5457935334/" title="IMG_2947 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5220/5457935334_d78f892398_z.jpg" width="354" height="640" alt="IMG_2947" /></a><br /><br />All of the gray, black and brown has been driving me crazy! Gray skies, gray tights, gray sweaters and gray trees. I wanted some color, so I pulled out my orange tweed + red sweater combination. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5457328321/" title="IMG_2933 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5218/5457328321_f1062e16a7_z.jpg" width="316" height="640" alt="IMG_2933" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5457328563/" title="IMG_2955 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5176/5457328563_aaa9c3c438.jpg" width="375" height="500" alt="IMG_2955" /></a><br /><br />Skirt: Vintage via Goodwill Outlet<br />Shirt: Gift<br />Sweater: 22 via The Rack<br />Scarf: Goodwill<br />Tights: Underarmour plus Hue via The Rack<br />Boots: Steve MaddenPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-23209890875876772552011-02-08T07:00:00.000-08:002011-02-08T07:00:11.354-08:00A Weekend PantI am trying out these pants as a potential travel pant...they are so different than the stereotypical nylon cargo pant, but they are comfy, stretchy, dark, and versatile, and those qualities might outweigh a need to dry uber-quickly if it rains. Even if they don't make it as a travel pant, they are my new favorite weekend pant! When I picked these pants up off the rack at the Goodwill, fears of jeggings flitted through my head, but I think the black color, the working zip-fly and the legitimate side seams allay those fears. What do you think--too close to leggings?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5422621058/" title="IMG_2775 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5020/5422621058_e6841d251f_z.jpg" width="277" height="640" alt="IMG_2775" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5422621054/" title="IMG_2773 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5014/5422621054_d18ea76022_z.jpg" width="302" height="640" alt="IMG_2773" /></a><br />Pants: Jolt via Goodwill<br />Sweater: Unknown via Goodwill<br />Scarf: Goodwill<br />Shoes: FrancePlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-35437135221860009642011-02-07T07:00:00.000-08:002011-02-07T07:00:06.104-08:00Reaching for Colors<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5422621050/" title="IMG_2732 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5213/5422621050_02f77d4188.jpg" width="365" height="500" alt="IMG_2732" /></a><br /><br />Despite my love for layers and dark colors, I am growing tired of winter...here in Big City, it is always so gloomy and gray! This was my attempt at bringing in a bit of color and contrast.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5422621034/" title="IMG_2728 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5053/5422621034_3e09bfe468_z.jpg" width="326" height="640" alt="IMG_2728" /></a><br /><br />Of course, due to the weather, it all had to go underneath my dark cardigan--I am too much a wimp to shuck all my layers, no matter how much I long for the spring!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5422621032/" title="IMG_2716 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5212/5422621032_70b61dd6b0_z.jpg" width="409" height="640" alt="IMG_2716" /></a><br />Pants: Le Merlot via Plato's Closet<br />Cardigan: Self-made via Goodwill find<br />Shirt: Matty M via Plato's Closet<br />Scarf: Goodwill<br />Shoes: Champion via Goodwill donation pilePlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-76287100832527860832011-02-01T22:16:00.000-08:002011-02-01T22:20:14.105-08:00<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5409306225/" title="IMG_2669 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4072/5409306225_5dbe4e72ba_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2669" width="372" height="640" /></a><br /><br />Finally busting out my fancy J Crew tights I scored from Ross! These tights are very cute, but surprisingly difficult to wear...although that could just be because of my laziness (I blame the dreary weather!).<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5409304919/" title="IMG_2663 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4119/5409304919_49b4625fd4.jpg" alt="IMG_2663" width="489" height="500" /></a><br /><br />So many layers in this outfit!<br />Shirt: Gray longsleeve via Goodwill<br />Dress: Rhapsody Sweaterdress via Ross<br />Skirt: Brass Plum via Goodwill<br />Tights: J. Crew via Ross<br />Shoes: Naturalizer via Goodwill<br />Blazer: AE via Plato's ClosetPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-19688825165025417472011-02-01T22:12:00.001-08:002011-02-01T22:16:01.749-08:00The Pendulum Swings<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5409304915/" title="IMG_2644 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5055/5409304915_aaa662a67f_z.jpg" width="288" height="640" alt="IMG_2644" /></a><br /><br />This was my swing towards form, away from function. These shoes are so adorable, but so impractical! However, they (plus this vintage-inspired swooshy dress) satisfied my girly-craving for the weekend.<br /><br />Dress: Self-made<br />Cardigan: Unknown via Goodwill donation pile<br />Belt: Goodwill<br />Shoes: Dollhouse via Ross<br />Tights: TargetPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-87758932622548595222011-02-01T22:06:00.000-08:002011-02-01T22:11:50.584-08:00Balancing Form and Function<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5409304909/" title="IMG_2630 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4072/5409304909_4d0a94d6b9_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2630" width="303" height="640" /></a><br /><br />How much do you value form verses function? I find that most fashion bloggers value form much more than function, and as I prepare for the upcoming year I am trying to find the best way to balance the two. This is a daily outfit that leans towards 'function' for me, practical and versatile.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5409304905/" title="IMG_2624 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5409304905/" title="IMG_2624 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5292/5409304905_147b323473.jpg" width="334" height="500" alt="IMG_2624" /></a></a><br /><br />Jeans: AE via Plato's Closet<br />Cardi: Self-made<br />Scarf: Allivanders, gift<br />Shirt: Tricot Jolie via Plato's Closet<br />Shoes: Naturalizer via GoodwillPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-10696663672991121192011-01-27T22:00:00.000-08:002011-01-27T22:07:13.317-08:00Beads From Rome<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5394481691/" title="IMG_2594 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4091/5394481691_c765398156_z.jpg" width="301" height="640" alt="IMG_2594" /></a><br /><br />I've been so busy at work that I've been defaulting to the same outfits time and time again (luckily, I've spared you all from my wardrobe ennui). This was my effort to break out of the rut--how bored can you really be when you're wearing awesome high-heeled rugged leather boots? <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5394481697/" title="IMG_2619 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4097/5394481697_deb27f6ae8.jpg" width="305" height="500" alt="IMG_2619" /></a><br /><br />I love this necklace--it pulls together so many of the colors I often wear! I bought it from a street market in Rome, intending to give it away as a gift...but I kept it for myself, hehe.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5394481693/" title="IMG_2601 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4126/5394481693_5e8bcdb4ab_z.jpg" width="328" height="640" alt="IMG_2601" /></a><br /><br />Boots: Giusti via Goodwill<br />Tights: Target<br />Sweater: J. Crew via Goodwill<br />Cardigan: Unknown via Goodwill<br />Necklace: Rome street market<br />Belt: Unknown via GoodwillPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-45453905730131914762011-01-24T22:05:00.000-08:002011-01-24T22:08:20.077-08:00Silk on Silk<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5386905890/" title="IMG_2590 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5218/5386905890_8539499b25.jpg" width="252" height="500" alt="IMG_2590" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5386905886/" title="IMG_2576 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5220/5386905886_905643786d_z.jpg" width="310" height="640" alt="IMG_2576" /></a><br />Skirt: INC via Goodwill<br />Tights: Target<br />Shoes: Goodwill<br />Shirt: Matty M via Plato's Closet<br />Cardigan: Unknown via Goodwill donation pile<br />Scarf: GoodwillPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-38780280319596857212011-01-23T14:52:00.000-08:002011-01-23T14:55:35.554-08:00Fold and Pleats<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5382607202/" title="IMG_2557 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5084/5382607202_b84d1ee7b6_z.jpg" width="323" height="640" alt="IMG_2557" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5382607204/" title="IMG_2564 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5163/5382607204_34404f4e6e.jpg" width="457" height="500" alt="IMG_2564" /></a><br /><br />Tights: Hue via The Rack<br />Shoes: Naturalizer via Goodwill<br />Sweater: Chico's<br />Dress: Unknown via Goodwill<br />Belt: Chico's via Goodwill<br />Scarf: GoodwillPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-59562856742266661422011-01-20T22:02:00.000-08:002011-01-20T22:20:13.434-08:00Bright Mornings<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5374838994/" title="IMG_2529 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5088/5374838994_60fed30517_z.jpg" width="334" height="640" alt="IMG_2529" /></a><br /><br />I love how the mornings are finally getting brighter--it makes me so cheery on my way to work!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5374839000/" title="IMG_2550 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5129/5374839000_13b91f86cd.jpg" width="354" height="500" alt="IMG_2550" /></a><br /><br />I will be happy when it gets a bit warmer, though--I am wearing an Underarmour shirt plus a thick camisole layered underneath everything else!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5374838998/" title="IMG_2546 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5130/5374838998_4d978f3fd1_z.jpg" width="274" height="640" alt="IMG_2546" /></a><br />Jeans: Martin & Osa via Goodwill<br />Shirt: Lucky Brand via Goodwill<br />Sweater: Goodwill donation pile<br />Boots: Steve MaddenPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-91538330950963636352011-01-16T18:25:00.000-08:002011-02-26T20:44:31.356-08:00True GritI watched True Grit today and decided to wear my cowboy boots to the theater to get myself in the proper mood. I find that I am often inspired to wear new styles (or old styles in new ways) by movies.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5361867831/" title="IMG_2516 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5084/5361867831_447f063928_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2516" width="249" height="640" /></a><br />Skirt: Self-made<br />Shirt: J. Crew via Goodwill<br />Tights: Hue via The Rack<br />Boots: Faded Glory via Goodwill<br />Belt: GoodwillPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-91936324779866842802011-01-16T18:13:00.000-08:002011-01-16T18:25:06.012-08:00White As SnowI fear that my skin is, indeed, turning as white as snow due to lack of Vitamin D! I have been working longer hours at work and the only time I see sunlight is on weekends. This, unfortunately, means that I have been remiss in posting my outfits. I am hoping that my before-work photos will become possible within one or two weeks, as it has just been too dark recently to take any photos in the morning!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5361867851/" title="IMG_2409 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5125/5361867851_35b9f8bdb5_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2409" width="318" height="640" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The weather has been so odd here--alternating snow flurries with dreary rain with bright sun!</span><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5361867841/" title="IMG_2421 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5201/5361867841_c129f147b7_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2421" width="300" height="640" /></a><br /><br />I also have still been working on my new project. It is another blog, although quite different than this one. I am developing content and refining my initial ideas as the moment, but it is still a ways off from being ready to be 'born,' so to speak.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5361867835/" title="IMG_2446 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5201/5361867835_4f0507407b.jpg" alt="IMG_2446" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">I saw this fantastic old tree when I was walking this morning.</span><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5361867839/" title="IMG_2427 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5048/5361867839_68fa280727_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2427" width="291" height="640" /></a><br />Sweater: Unknown via Goodwill<br />Jeans: Martin & Osa via Goodwill<br />Boots: Steve Madden<br />Scarf: Goodwill<br />Coat: Maurice, GiftPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-42266887905826511142011-01-08T14:42:00.000-08:002011-01-08T14:45:21.032-08:00All QuietIt's been pretty quiet around here lately--I am working on a new project, which is taking a lot of my time. More news to come soon! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5337350958/" title="IMG_2498 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5201/5337350958_d787557017_z.jpg" width="279" height="640" alt="IMG_2498" /></a><br />Sweater: Chico's<br />Scarf: Self-made<br />Tights (Hue) layered over leggings (Target)<br />Boots: Steve Madden<br />Sweaterdress: Ross<br />Longsleeve: Kiabi via FrancePlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-15045308037514339032011-01-04T16:45:00.000-08:002011-01-04T16:51:05.141-08:00What I Ski InI went skiing for the first time this weekend--it was so much fun! It was also FREEZING (it was 4 degrees Fahrenheit when I was outside skiing, for a high of the day around 15) so this is what I wore, seen here on a hike after skiing:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5324985185/" title="DSC_2894 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5324985185/" title="DSC_2894 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5170/5324985185_b163c983d5.jpg" width="332" height="500" alt="DSC_2894" /></a></a><br />Pants: THREE pairs. Underarmour, wool long underwear, and these cotton pants. I was toasty!<br />Shirts: Underarmour, wool longsleeve, Marmot zipup, and red rain jacket.<br />PLUS: hat, scarf, wool socks and hiking boots!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5324985187/" title="DSC_2941 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5324985187/" title="DSC_2941 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5210/5324985187_04636b55fc_m.jpg" width="240" height="159" alt="DSC_2941" /></a></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">A crystal-coated branch I saw while hiking...</span>Plummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-50390346817083646662011-01-04T16:41:00.000-08:002011-01-04T16:45:06.512-08:00Back To SchoolI had several meetings at work today, so I chose a very conservative, normal look of pants and a blazer. My Naturalizer shoes were a comfy choice and my sweater added warmth (there is snow on the ground!).<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5324985173/" title="IMG_2477 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5208/5324985173_664f2d91d1_z.jpg" width="299" height="640" alt="IMG_2477" /></a><br />Pants: Le Merlot via Plato's Closet<br />Shoes: Naturalizer via Goodwill<br />Sweater: Gap via Goodwill<br />Blazer: H&MPlummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-77135915826988377952010-12-31T06:00:00.000-08:002011-02-26T20:44:51.549-08:00Debuting PresentsI got this white coat from my step-MIL. She always gives the best presents! Did you guys have anything fun under the tree this year? Do you like getting presents or picking out items for yourself best?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5308249370/" title="IMG_2323 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5161/5308249370_cbf664d3c5_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2323" width="270" height="640" /></a><br />Skirt: Self-made<br />Jacket: Maurices, gift<br />Shirt: J. Crew via Goodwill<br />Tights: F21, gift<br />Boots: Giusti via Goodwill<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5308249376/" title="IMG_2333 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5205/5308249376_49008e7ef4_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2333" width="385" height="640" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">I liked how my makeup turned out today! You can't really see it that much, but I'm wearing this fabulous purple eyeshadow from Fyrinnae that I am in love with.</span>Plummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-58962577461098889272010-12-30T16:58:00.000-08:002011-02-26T20:45:16.464-08:00Four Ways To Wear Episode 14: Teal ShirtThe Candidate: A silk teal shirt<br /><br />The Goal: A versatile, comfortable piece that will function in a work setting as well as at play.<br /><br />The Results:<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5307666075/" title="IMG_2379 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5088/5307666075_49164c998f_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2379" width="277" height="640" /></a><br />Shirt: Matty M via Plato's Closet<br />Skirt: Brass Plum via Goodwill<br />Tights: F21, gift<br />Boots: Giusti via Goodwill<br />Necklace: from a street vendor in Rome<br />Long sleeve shirt: Energie, gift<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5307666067/" title="IMG_2374 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5089/5307666067_bde0b75f47_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2374" width="286" height="640" /></a><br />Shirt: Matty M via Plato's Closet<br />Long sleeve shirt: Energie, gift<br />Tights: Hue via The Rack<br />Skirt: Self-made<br />Belt: Goodwill<br />Shoes: Naturalizer via Goodwill<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5307666087/" title="IMG_2394 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5006/5307666087_242a30562d_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2394" width="298" height="640" /></a><br />Shirt: Matty M via Plato's Closet<br />Pants: AE via Plato's Closet<br />Shoes: Naturalizer via Goodwill<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5307666083/" title="IMG_2383 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5123/5307666083_992826e52c_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2383" width="271" height="640" /></a><br />Shirt: Matty M via Plato's Closet<br />Belt: Target<br />Dress: unknown via Goodwill<br />Shoes: Curfew via Goodwill<br /><br />The Verdict: I love it! The color and shape work nicely into the rest of my wardrobe, the sleeves add a bit of luxe, and the silk material is divine. I was worried about laundering it--it says Dry Clean Only, which is do-able but not ideal--but after doing some research I think I will be able to handwash it in lukewarm water with baby shampoo and it will be fine. My only concern is how it will wear and if it would be able to travel. However, I scored it for $15 at Plato's Closet and paid for it with a gift card I have been holding for ages, so it was (basically) free! For that, I won't feel too bad using it as a 'test run' everyday wear silk shirt.<br /><br />This is also replacing two similar shirts that I had previously but in cotton. For some reason, I was under the impression that I wore them frequently, but looking back through my blog I can only find one entry when I wore one of them! You can barely see it, but <a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/06/omg-suede-yumminess.html">I wore it when I was showing off the suede Coach bag</a> I won from 365 Fashion Rehab's no-shop challenge. I had two of these shirts--teal, loose-fitting, cotton. I guess they were the type of shirt that I would pull out, think about wearing, and ultimately put them back. I certainly hope that is not the case with this lovely silk shirt!<br /><br />Do you guys have any tips for silk clothing? Have you handwashed any silk items, and did it turn out well (or not so well)?<br /><br />Have you ever had any items of clothing that you thought you wore all the time, but it turns out you didn't? (am I the only person this has happened to? See, this is why I like having a blog--it helps support my failing memory!)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5307666093/" title="IMG_2398 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5161/5307666093_bff791fc55.jpg" alt="IMG_2398" width="359" height="500" /></a><br /><br />Check out my other Four Ways to Wear Episodes!<br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/11/four-ways-to-wear-episode-13.html">Episode Thirteen: Orange Tweed Skirt</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/10/four-ways-to-wear-episode-12.html">Episode Twelve: Black Silk Shirt</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/10/four-ways-to-wear-episode-11.html">Episode Eleven: </a><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/10/four-ways-to-wear-episode-11.html">Nude Sweater</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/10/four-ways-to-wear-episode-10.html">Episode Ten: Cognac-Colored Boots</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/10/four-ways-to-wear-episode-9.html">Episode Nine: Watercolor Silk Shirt</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/10/four-ways-to-wear-episode-8.html">Episode Eight: Orchid Silk Dress</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/10/four-ways-to-wear-episode-7.html">Episode Seven: Brown Full Skirt</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/09/four-ways-to-wear-episode-6.html">Episode Six: Black Oxford Flats</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/08/four-ways-to-wear-episode-5.html">Episode Five: Black Poncho and Cream Sweater</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/08/four-ways-to-wear-episode-4.html">Episode Four: Safari Skirt</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/08/four-ways-to-wear-episode-3.html">Episode Three: Red Sweater</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/08/four-ways-to-wear-episode-2.html">Episode Two: Purple Embroidered Shirt</a><br /><a href="http://plummyplum.blogspot.com/2010/08/double-feature.html">Episode One: Brown Pencil Skirt</a>Plummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-41952029282508727982010-12-30T16:51:00.000-08:002010-12-30T17:37:44.291-08:00The Pieces Are Greater Than The WholeI debated posting this outfit, but it is, indeed, what I wore today. Something about it just isn't working for me and I can't tell what. Is it that the scarf looks too random, color-wise? There are not very many textures? My hair is looking limp? (this is true, not a question! haha) Today I was just running errands so it didn't bother me, but I can't quite put my finger on this one. I like all the pieces, but I don't think the whole is working. Thoughts? What flaws do you find in your ok-but-not-great outfits?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5308249380/" title="IMG_2361 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5001/5308249380_29491c7768_z.jpg" alt="IMG_2361" width="274" height="640" /></a><br />Dress: Martin & Osa via Goodwill<br />Scarf: Silk via Goodwill<br />Shirt: Energie, gift<br />Tights: F21, gift<br />Shoes: Naturalizer via Goodwill<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5308249386/" title="IMG_2364 by plummyplum, on Flickr"></a><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5308249386/" title="IMG_2364 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5203/5308249386_e8cd4a3c7d.jpg" alt="IMG_2364" width="320" height="500" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">I do love this scarf, though!</span>Plummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-390390461861367149.post-82368151718158983362010-12-30T16:42:00.000-08:002010-12-30T16:46:52.595-08:00Winding Up WinterAs my winter break comes to a close, I find myself both scrambling to finish my errands and chores as well as relishing the time to sit and relax. I am in the middle of approximately 34245465 books right now and have spent many an hour sitting in a coffee shop reading. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5308249360/" title="IMG_2302 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5006/5308249360_18f94ce2de_z.jpg" width="284" height="640" alt="IMG_2302" /></a><br /><br />Shirt: Energie, gift<br />Scarf: Silk via Goodwill<br />Jeans: Martin & Osa via Goodwill<br />Boots: Steve Madden<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53293768@N02/5308249368/" title="IMG_2313 by plummyplum, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5127/5308249368_e4615c193d.jpg" width="500" height="415" alt="IMG_2313" /></a>Plummyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13245644957055394898noreply@blogger.com0