23 February 2009, originally uploaded by academichic.

Sources:

• Blue necklace – thrifted 
• White cami – old
• Yellow-orange tee – Mango 
• Red-orange cardi – Zara, remixed 
• Blue belt – TJMaxx 
• Brown skirt – Old Navy 
• Brown boots – Dillards, remixed 
• Cat – Louie, remixed

Endnotes:

For this week’s Fashion 101 module, we’re experimenting with monochromatic looks (as A. did so wonderfully today) and split complementaries. This latter seemed more challenging to me so I thought I’d jump right in and try to create such a look. I combined blue with two variants of orange (its complementary color), like this red-orange cardi and yellow-orange tee. I would have never thought to mix these items prior to this module, but am happy with the end result. I’m also hoping that this bright cheery outfit will infuse me with some bright cheery spirit to start what will be a very busy work week for me. -S. 

Blue and Oranges detail, originally uploaded by academichic.

Necklace detail, originally uploaded by academichic.

5 Responses to “23 February 2009 – Split Complementaries”

1. Kimberly
   February 23rd, 2009 @ 10:26 am

   How awesome is that belt?! ♥ it!

2. Sal
   February 23rd, 2009 @ 10:51 am

   Me too! I’m drooling over that belt. And your colorplay is fantastic. Also can’t help but notice that you matched your boots to your feline. Well played. ;)

3. Carolyn
   February 23rd, 2009 @ 11:17 am

   I just found your blog and love it! I’m a phd student in clinical psych in boston and also a lover of fashion! Love what you’re doing (and of course the clothes)!!!

4. S.
   February 23rd, 2009 @ 6:30 pm

   Kimberly – thanks, this belt was one of those purchases I wasn’t sure what I’d wear with, but just wanted to have it because of its unique color and form.

   Sal – thanks, and yes, Louie and I love to color coordinate our looks ;)

   Carolyn – thanks! Glad you found us, we also love academia and fashion and don’t think they have to be at odds.

5. Abbi
   February 23rd, 2009 @ 6:39 pm

   Like Carolyn, I stumbled across your blog and fell in love. :-) I’m a grad student in library and information science, and have noticed that many of the people in my field don’t care about fashion. It’s nice to see some kindred spirits who model how fashion and academics can complement each other.

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