I love to organize anything that wastes my time and has no real value.
Examples:
Should I organize my kitchen, living room, desk, etc. : NO
Should I organize my closet by color and sleeve length: YES
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With this type of theory to motivate me, I became obsessed with Pinterest now allowing us to have sections. I spent a great deal of my Christmas vacation organizing my Fall Clothing board... and then moved onto my recipe board... but thats another story. I had a Pinterest Folder filled with fall fashion ideas; however, since there were so many items in the folder- I could never find what I was looking for. But now? Its magical!
I determined that I typically build my outfits around the slacks I wear to work. I will grab a pair of slacks or a skirt and then decide what to pair with it. If I need Pinterest inspiration, I would then search through thousands of photos to try and find good looks to imitate- but I often would leave frustrated in the mess of photos. This revelation brought me to the idea of organize my pins by slacks. I don't have cute names for my folders. They literally say "Jeans", "Black pants or black skirt", "olive pant", etc. There is nothing fancy about the system. But what is amazing!!!??? I have only been pinning clothes that I actually have replicas for... so now I can find looks quickly and efficiently!
I started DAY 1 today and am beyond THRILLED with how I felt and looked today in my outfit (future post), but I highly credit TAILOR and my new Pinterest System to my updated look. Hoping to make this a "thing" in 2019!
Alyssa's Fall / Winter Lookbook in all its glory: HERE
Monday, January 7, 2019
2019 Fashion: SHEIN & Tailor
Okay. So there is this online store called SHEIN and I am pretty obsessed. I'm pretty sure the clothes come from China and so it is really important to read the reviews below each item to see how they fit. Often clothes are too small, shirts not long enough, and skirts too short for a person of my height. I have only ordered one item. Imagine that, its another coat! I've been obsessed with the felt coat look for a few years now. I see people wearing them, but haven't been able to find them anywhere and so I tried SHEIN out and purchased one. Its pretty cute and I'm planning on wearing it Tuesday.
An even BETTER find, so far, has been an app called Tailor. Sign up by clicking HERE and you earn $5.00 of credit free if you put in the referral code: 004NCU
Here is why I like it.
1st... Its meeting my needs much better than everything I've tried before. I've been long on the hunt - years now- to simplify and update my wardrobe. I've tried Thred Up, Stitch Fix, and recently a few other apps I downloaded - all in the hopes to help me better understand my "look" and know how to put outfits together. I've only been using this recently, but I think I found my "go to" winner!
Basically, I downloaded the app, took pictures of several items in my closet, and then asked the consultant to put together an outfit using a shirt I have NEVER word before (because I did not know what to pair it with). Within minutes, the stylist sent me 5 outfit ideas for that shirt using THE CLOTHES I ALREADY HAVE IN MY CLOSET. She did recommend articles of clothing that I could buy, but I am not obligated to. The best part? The app is free!
So now, I am excited to update my outfits by learning how to better mix and match the clothing I already have. (Lets be real - we know I'm still going to be shopping, though.)
In the app, there is a chat room where you and the consultant can talk back and forth. She first determined that I was more interested in finding outfits for work since that is how I wear the majority of my clothes. She then had me rate several outfits. After my ratings and our conversations she classified my style as "classic, chic work looks that seamlessly transition to after work/ evening outfits". She threw in a little of street style for me (which I'm also drawn to) without going overboard.
So far, its been a huge win. Check it out if you are interested!
An even BETTER find, so far, has been an app called Tailor. Sign up by clicking HERE and you earn $5.00 of credit free if you put in the referral code: 004NCU
Here is why I like it.
1st... Its meeting my needs much better than everything I've tried before. I've been long on the hunt - years now- to simplify and update my wardrobe. I've tried Thred Up, Stitch Fix, and recently a few other apps I downloaded - all in the hopes to help me better understand my "look" and know how to put outfits together. I've only been using this recently, but I think I found my "go to" winner!
Basically, I downloaded the app, took pictures of several items in my closet, and then asked the consultant to put together an outfit using a shirt I have NEVER word before (because I did not know what to pair it with). Within minutes, the stylist sent me 5 outfit ideas for that shirt using THE CLOTHES I ALREADY HAVE IN MY CLOSET. She did recommend articles of clothing that I could buy, but I am not obligated to. The best part? The app is free!
So now, I am excited to update my outfits by learning how to better mix and match the clothing I already have. (Lets be real - we know I'm still going to be shopping, though.)
In the app, there is a chat room where you and the consultant can talk back and forth. She first determined that I was more interested in finding outfits for work since that is how I wear the majority of my clothes. She then had me rate several outfits. After my ratings and our conversations she classified my style as "classic, chic work looks that seamlessly transition to after work/ evening outfits". She threw in a little of street style for me (which I'm also drawn to) without going overboard.
So far, its been a huge win. Check it out if you are interested!
Welcome to 2019 & Coat Fetish Confessional
Yep! You guessed it! I'm back with another New Year Resolution that will probably last a few weeks like in 2015.... Nothing like a 4 year intercession!
Its funny reading through my old posts. I still relate with so much of what I said then and I definitely have the same problems.
Here is the last 4 years in a nutshell:
I really did enjoy STITCHFIX, but quit the subscription after just a few months. It was too expensive for this bargain shopper. FYI. 4 years later I am still frustrated I didn't buy the cocoon cardigan.
I became addicted to THREDUP. Thread Up gave me the motivation I needed to part with my ill-fitting clothes. By sending in bags of clothes, I would get store credit. With that store credit I would buy more clothes.... which would make me want to send another bag in for store credit... Its kind of a "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" kind of ugly cycle.... but, the goal or PURGING my closet became a real thing. Consider me cleansed.... until....
So whats a girl to do with all that room in her closet!? Fill it back up, of course!
I was able to step away from THREDUP when I had no more clothes I could sacrifice. Plus, over the last few years the payout is currently only giving me back about 33% of what it used to. The last bag I sent in had beautiful, designer clothes... and I literally got $17.00 of credit for it. So, I checked out and am back to donating to Goodwill. Its just simpler and I don't get my heart broken.
Speaking of Goodwill and this addictive personality.... yep, you guessed it. I'm out of control again. I shop once a week and find the most beautiful things. Seriously. Clothes with price tags still on it. Last week I went and there was a freaking SLEW (is that a word?) of BEBE designer suits. 3 PIECE SUITS!!! They were gorgeous. Price tags still on them. I was beyond excited.... until I realized that BEBE's sizes are different than all the other brands. I don't know in what world their size 6 fits a person, but it wasn't close to fitting me-which I found extremely disappointing. So some lucky girl has a brand new beautiful wardrobe and I will do my best to be happy for her.
What I have scored this winter season at Goodwill are beautiful coats.... for $5.00 each. Its really addicting. I have way too many... but I cannot say no to $5.00. My favorite score? A brand new grey wool Rachel Roy jacket. It has a modern look and I cannot imagine how rich the person must be who threw out this perfectly beautiful jacket.... but that's why I go there. Other examples? An American Eagle Bomber Jacket, H&M trench coat, Tommy Hilfiger wool plaid pea coat, Old Navy fur lined suede long jacket, a BEAUTIFUL and very modern looking ivory wool coat, and embarrassingly... many more. My coat closet is FULL! (And this does not include the four I bought during Black Thursday from SHEIN and Nordstrom Rack, lol.)
Since I'm almost positive I am just speaking to myself on this blog - I'm not worried about uploading pics unless you (whoever you may be!! lol) ask for them. But I'm very proud of my new coats!!!
Its funny reading through my old posts. I still relate with so much of what I said then and I definitely have the same problems.
Here is the last 4 years in a nutshell:
I really did enjoy STITCHFIX, but quit the subscription after just a few months. It was too expensive for this bargain shopper. FYI. 4 years later I am still frustrated I didn't buy the cocoon cardigan.
I became addicted to THREDUP. Thread Up gave me the motivation I needed to part with my ill-fitting clothes. By sending in bags of clothes, I would get store credit. With that store credit I would buy more clothes.... which would make me want to send another bag in for store credit... Its kind of a "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" kind of ugly cycle.... but, the goal or PURGING my closet became a real thing. Consider me cleansed.... until....
So whats a girl to do with all that room in her closet!? Fill it back up, of course!
I was able to step away from THREDUP when I had no more clothes I could sacrifice. Plus, over the last few years the payout is currently only giving me back about 33% of what it used to. The last bag I sent in had beautiful, designer clothes... and I literally got $17.00 of credit for it. So, I checked out and am back to donating to Goodwill. Its just simpler and I don't get my heart broken.
Speaking of Goodwill and this addictive personality.... yep, you guessed it. I'm out of control again. I shop once a week and find the most beautiful things. Seriously. Clothes with price tags still on it. Last week I went and there was a freaking SLEW (is that a word?) of BEBE designer suits. 3 PIECE SUITS!!! They were gorgeous. Price tags still on them. I was beyond excited.... until I realized that BEBE's sizes are different than all the other brands. I don't know in what world their size 6 fits a person, but it wasn't close to fitting me-which I found extremely disappointing. So some lucky girl has a brand new beautiful wardrobe and I will do my best to be happy for her.
What I have scored this winter season at Goodwill are beautiful coats.... for $5.00 each. Its really addicting. I have way too many... but I cannot say no to $5.00. My favorite score? A brand new grey wool Rachel Roy jacket. It has a modern look and I cannot imagine how rich the person must be who threw out this perfectly beautiful jacket.... but that's why I go there. Other examples? An American Eagle Bomber Jacket, H&M trench coat, Tommy Hilfiger wool plaid pea coat, Old Navy fur lined suede long jacket, a BEAUTIFUL and very modern looking ivory wool coat, and embarrassingly... many more. My coat closet is FULL! (And this does not include the four I bought during Black Thursday from SHEIN and Nordstrom Rack, lol.)
Since I'm almost positive I am just speaking to myself on this blog - I'm not worried about uploading pics unless you (whoever you may be!! lol) ask for them. But I'm very proud of my new coats!!!
Sunday, May 24, 2015
Leather Pant Revelation
So, I have not been keeping up with this near like I had envisioned. Since starting this journey in January, I have:
This week I scored a too short dress at Goodwill (that acted as a tunic for me). The price tag was still on it for $99.99 and I bought it for $5.99. Heck of a deal :) So I pushed myself outside of my comfort zone paired it with the black leather pants and really liked the way it turned out.
This idea made me realize I had two other too-short dresses that I bought at Goodwill for under $6.00 but have failed to wear and wanted to see how the pants looked with them...
I'm digging it.
So then the revelation came. When I bought the pants, I assumed I could only wear them with one tunic ...maybe two... I randomly started throwing on tops to see how they looked. Could these pants actually be worn more often? You be the judge, but I'm thinking, "yes".
In January, I started logging my daily outfits and made a Pinterest board for them. After a while, I started feeling silly and deleted the entire board. I wish I could reverse that rash decision. I lost so many outfits and really enjoyed visually seeing what was in my closet and how I mix and matched different pieces, made attempts at Pinterest looks ... so I'm starting it back up again :)
--Alyssa
- purged my closet
- set my eyes on the street-wear/ minimalist clothing vibes
- researched and fallen in love with clothing capsules (that I'm sure I will never be disciplined enough to conform to)
- incorporated long skirts into my wardrobe (sounds weird, but I didn't think it was possible)
- updated my shoes... like really updated!
- bought motto black leather pants
This week I scored a too short dress at Goodwill (that acted as a tunic for me). The price tag was still on it for $99.99 and I bought it for $5.99. Heck of a deal :) So I pushed myself outside of my comfort zone paired it with the black leather pants and really liked the way it turned out.
I'm digging it.
So then the revelation came. When I bought the pants, I assumed I could only wear them with one tunic ...maybe two... I randomly started throwing on tops to see how they looked. Could these pants actually be worn more often? You be the judge, but I'm thinking, "yes".
In January, I started logging my daily outfits and made a Pinterest board for them. After a while, I started feeling silly and deleted the entire board. I wish I could reverse that rash decision. I lost so many outfits and really enjoyed visually seeing what was in my closet and how I mix and matched different pieces, made attempts at Pinterest looks ... so I'm starting it back up again :)
--Alyssa
Round 5: Thredup
...back to the drawing board.
I received another store credit from my used clothing and so guess what? Yep, I ordered more from thredup. I'm out of control! My payout (for my used clothing) was ridiculously low this time -- like made me question the entire process; however, some payout is better than no payout and so I was back to adding things to my shopping cart. I received a $50.00 credit and know that if you spend $75.00, you get free shipping; therefore, my goal was to spend as close to $75 as possible. Man, that was hard!
Antonio Melani Pencil Skirt $5.49/ Orig. $75.00
I don't plan on wearing this often, but with the recent weight loss it was a basic piece I was missing. There were several lovely options, but the $5.00 price tag had me at "hello".
Adrianna Papell Cardigan $37.00/ Originally $150.00
I have been coveting long cardigans ever since I returned the duster cardigan from Stitch Fix. I even asked for it back the next month and did not receive it. So, I have been hunting on Thred-up for awhile now. Although I am really wanting cream/ oatmeal-- grey is one of my favorite neutrals and I love the straight simple minimalist feel it gives.
BCBGMAXARIA Motto Jeans $30.00/ Orig. $160.00
I love the street wear vibe of these and have been dreaming of the day I would be able to walk around in a pair of motto pants! These fashion forward designs are expensive and I would have never forked over the original price so I was THRILLED to see these pop up on thredup. Honestly, they don't fit perfectly -- the waist is a little big, but I'm too stubborn and impatient to wait for the next pair.
Dexflex Wedges $9.99/ Orig. $30.00
What a dream come true! I love the neutral color block, the slight wedge, and the padding inside of the shoes feels like I am walking on a cloud. I have not heard of this brand before, but am so grateful to be aware of them now. I LOVE these shoes so much!
I received another store credit from my used clothing and so guess what? Yep, I ordered more from thredup. I'm out of control! My payout (for my used clothing) was ridiculously low this time -- like made me question the entire process; however, some payout is better than no payout and so I was back to adding things to my shopping cart. I received a $50.00 credit and know that if you spend $75.00, you get free shipping; therefore, my goal was to spend as close to $75 as possible. Man, that was hard!
I don't plan on wearing this often, but with the recent weight loss it was a basic piece I was missing. There were several lovely options, but the $5.00 price tag had me at "hello".
I have been coveting long cardigans ever since I returned the duster cardigan from Stitch Fix. I even asked for it back the next month and did not receive it. So, I have been hunting on Thred-up for awhile now. Although I am really wanting cream/ oatmeal-- grey is one of my favorite neutrals and I love the straight simple minimalist feel it gives.
BCBGMAXARIA Motto Jeans $30.00/ Orig. $160.00
I love the street wear vibe of these and have been dreaming of the day I would be able to walk around in a pair of motto pants! These fashion forward designs are expensive and I would have never forked over the original price so I was THRILLED to see these pop up on thredup. Honestly, they don't fit perfectly -- the waist is a little big, but I'm too stubborn and impatient to wait for the next pair.
Dexflex Wedges $9.99/ Orig. $30.00
What a dream come true! I love the neutral color block, the slight wedge, and the padding inside of the shoes feels like I am walking on a cloud. I have not heard of this brand before, but am so grateful to be aware of them now. I LOVE these shoes so much!
Round 4: Thredup
So, on my last post I promised how I would stop shopping at Thredup, but that was a joke. I had placed another pretty large order within 2 weeks of my last post. Here are the highlights!
Bobi Long Sleeve T Shirt $7.99/ originally about $30.00
Being as tall as I am it is super hard to find long tees, this one is perfect for me and falls just below my hips :) Kept
DKNY Jeans Sleeveless Blouse $11.99/ Originally $50
I love the pattern and shark bite pattern. It fits really cute on and I was super pleased with it: Kept.
Heritage 1981 Tank Top $5.49/ Originally $20.00
So not only is this tank super long; I love the back of it! Although it looks like I could have found this tank brand new for $20, I wasn't aware of the brand. The material is soft and flattering and I have a much needed tank I can wear this summer, or this school year with a blazer over it :)
H&M Sleeve Blouse $11.99/ originally $50.00
I notice that I always seem to have atlease one H&M product in my shopping cart. I love their simple, modern designs. This one was a God-send. I struggle with finding tunics (that actually fit me as a tunic) and this one is perfect!
James Perse Long Sleeve Top $28.00/ Originally $90.00
Everything about this top is "me". I love the neutral colors, the color blocking, the soft material. Soooo perfect. I love it.
Roots Jegging 29 $7.99 / Originally $30.00
I took a chance on these leggings and am so glad I did. They fit perfectly and I have been desperately in search of red pants. They are a deeper red and not too flashy and can be paired with anything. LOVE them. Seriously: LOVE.
Rock & Republic Cardigan $20.00/ Regularly $90.00
I had 2 cardigans in my shopping cart and couldn't decide which one I wanted and then this one popped up. I quickly added it to my cart and took out the other two. I am always cold at work and am constantly throwing on my old, beat up Under Armour Jacket over my clothes. This option gives me something work appropriate to wear over my outfits to stay warm.
Sparkle & Fade Sleeveless Blouse $10.00/ Reg. $36.00
This is one of those examples where the item shipped did not look like what I thought the picture was; however, I did not send it back. I expected a knit or soft material; whereas, it feels more like a chiffon, but I like the volume and it looks nice paired with skinny jeans and so I kept it.
Overall: I kept every item and am still having a hard time staying off the thredup.com website. Even though the payout is not significant-- I continue to send them my worn clothing to receive store credit, thus, suckering me back into purchasing again. I have thrown out 2/3 of my clothes and am filtering in more modern pieces that I love.
--Alyssa
Being as tall as I am it is super hard to find long tees, this one is perfect for me and falls just below my hips :) Kept
DKNY Jeans Sleeveless Blouse $11.99/ Originally $50
I love the pattern and shark bite pattern. It fits really cute on and I was super pleased with it: Kept.
So not only is this tank super long; I love the back of it! Although it looks like I could have found this tank brand new for $20, I wasn't aware of the brand. The material is soft and flattering and I have a much needed tank I can wear this summer, or this school year with a blazer over it :)
H&M Sleeve Blouse $11.99/ originally $50.00
I notice that I always seem to have atlease one H&M product in my shopping cart. I love their simple, modern designs. This one was a God-send. I struggle with finding tunics (that actually fit me as a tunic) and this one is perfect!
James Perse Long Sleeve Top $28.00/ Originally $90.00
Everything about this top is "me". I love the neutral colors, the color blocking, the soft material. Soooo perfect. I love it.
Roots Jegging 29 $7.99 / Originally $30.00
I took a chance on these leggings and am so glad I did. They fit perfectly and I have been desperately in search of red pants. They are a deeper red and not too flashy and can be paired with anything. LOVE them. Seriously: LOVE.
Rock & Republic Cardigan $20.00/ Regularly $90.00
I had 2 cardigans in my shopping cart and couldn't decide which one I wanted and then this one popped up. I quickly added it to my cart and took out the other two. I am always cold at work and am constantly throwing on my old, beat up Under Armour Jacket over my clothes. This option gives me something work appropriate to wear over my outfits to stay warm.
Sparkle & Fade Sleeveless Blouse $10.00/ Reg. $36.00
This is one of those examples where the item shipped did not look like what I thought the picture was; however, I did not send it back. I expected a knit or soft material; whereas, it feels more like a chiffon, but I like the volume and it looks nice paired with skinny jeans and so I kept it.
Overall: I kept every item and am still having a hard time staying off the thredup.com website. Even though the payout is not significant-- I continue to send them my worn clothing to receive store credit, thus, suckering me back into purchasing again. I have thrown out 2/3 of my clothes and am filtering in more modern pieces that I love.
--Alyssa
Round 3: ThredUp
I'm REALLY falling in love with Thredup. I promised myself I wouldn't get back on it (after my 2 purchases in less than a month), but then my birthday came around….
I could either purchase 1 or 2 items at the mall, or get a basketful at Thredup… tough choice. Especially when I've been beyond thrilled with the quality of the items they have sent me.
So, I'm at it again. lol.
I cannot tell you what a Godsend it has been in this 2015 journey to modernize my wardrobe.
Example: I bought I pair of DL1961 pants for WAAAY too much money, and since then have found 2 other pair of DL1961 pants for less than $30.00 in new condition. There is no way I could have afforded to transform my closet so quickly without Thredup. It also helped in my "purging" process. I have asked for a clean out bag twice with my purchases and filled them out and sent them back. Its a little easier to throw out my clothes knowing that I love this website and want in-store credit :) Although, I have only averaged about $50.00 for the clothes I send in and do think I would make more money with my old clothes on the local Buy, Sale, Trade Facebook Page if I had the patience-- honestly, they would have just gone to Goodwill so its always $50.00 more than I had.
On this order I focused mostly on versatile pieces. I ordered 3 basic long, comfy tees (2 Mossimo and 1 Ann Taylor in grey, black, and white), a pair of coach flats that I adore, Lululemon Athletica sleeveless tee that is so hip, James Perse grey maxi, a pink slouchy boyfriend tee by Haute Hippie, and what has turned out to be one of my all-time favorite purchases a Max Studio long slouchy grey tee.
Here are a few pics of my favorite items from this purchase:
On this order I focused mostly on versatile pieces. I ordered 3 basic long, comfy tees (2 Mossimo and 1 Ann Taylor in grey, black, and white), a pair of coach flats that I adore, Lululemon Athletica sleeveless tee that is so hip, James Perse grey maxi, a pink slouchy boyfriend tee by Haute Hippie, and what has turned out to be one of my all-time favorite purchases a Max Studio long slouchy grey tee.
Here are a few pics of my favorite items from this purchase:
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