Recon Score

An outfit for work, but look at my cute skirt! I found it at Plato's Closet yesterday and it was super cute, but sadly too big for me. However, I decided to bring it home and try to make it smaller and it worked! It now hits at my natural waist (my favorite rise for skirts) and the hem is right at my knees--work appropriate! Today is a cold, misty, gray day, so I went with it and paired my black and gray neutrals, with bright tights as a nod towards the "summer" season.





Skirt: Express Via Plato's Closet, reconned by me
Blazer: Marc by Marc Jacobs
Shirt: Tricot Jolie via Plato's Closet
Tights: Hue via Plato's Closet
Shoes: Merona (Gift)

No Buying Allowed!

This morning I went to a bi-annual garage sale that is hosted by my University. I always go with one of my friends, and I wasn't about to let this year be an exception because I'm on a No-Buy! We got there, I helped said friend look for shelving units and tables (weirdly, none to be had), and I naturally gravitated towards the clothing. I actually did find two things that I enjoyed--a short sleeved gray sweater and a leopard-print sweater--but I stopped, thought to myself 'do I love these enough to fail my No Buy?' and ultimately the answer was 'I don't even love these enough to want to incorporate them into my work wardrobe.' So, I placed them back in their bins with no regret and continued on my merry way. I think the main effect the No-Buy has had on me is just to re-evaluate what I actually want to incorporate into my wardrobe--what is worth it to be included in my precious closet space.

Outfit of the day (well, of awhile ago)

Blazer: Marc for Marc Jacobs, via Nordstrom Rack--quite a bit, compared to what I normally would pay (this cost 60$), but then I realized--I physically could not make this for 60$, with just the cost of materials, not even including time. Plus, it's super cute and awesome for interviews!
Belt: Unknown brand, from Plato's Closet
Dress: Selfmade
Tights: F21
Boots: Steve Madden