1 September 2009 – Bumblebee

Posted on | September 1, 2009 | 11 Comments

1 September 2009 – Bumblebee, originally uploaded by academichic.

Sources:

Yellow ruffle top – Sam & Max, via TJMaxx
Black capris – Younique Jeans, via TJMaxx, remixed
Black flats – Kenneth Cole, remixed
Bracelet – gift from friend, remixed

Endnotes:

While doing our color challenges, I think we all became acutely aware of what colors we wear frequently and which ones are lacking in our closets. E. wears yellow beautifully but both A. and I realized that we harbored somewhat of a fear of yellow garments. I own plenty of yellow accessories, but yellow tops or skirts to be worn in large blocks of color next to my skin were a lacking.

So on our last few shopping trips together, A. and I have been on a mission to see if we can find that one yellow item that works with our pigment. We both quickly ruled out any citrusy yellows or any pale yellows and have since been on a quest for the perfect mustard yellow. Well, my dears, I think I’ve got it! I found this ruffled Sam & Max top on my last trip to TJMaxx and it’s just the right shade of saturated mustard yellow that I don’t look sallow or jaundiced in it. Perseverance pays off!

This will also make a great fall or winter layering piece, adding interest with the ruffled neckline under a cardi or blazer. Multi-seasonal pieces are great when you don’t have a ton of money to spend on separate seasonal wardrobes and something I’m becoming increasingly conscious of when shopping. How about you? What color are you trying to incorporate into your wardrobe or what’s your favorite across-the-seasons item? S.

Category: Beltless, Color Combinations, Lab Friendly, Office Hours, Our Best Flatware, Pants Please, Research Casual, Vélocouture
Tags: bike commute > jean capris > ruffles > Vélocouture > yellow

Comments

11 Responses to “1 September 2009 – Bumblebee”

Elena
September 1st, 2009 @ 4:48 pm

I like this whole outfit–especially the shirt. I love ruffles. And buttons.
milly
September 1st, 2009 @ 5:03 pm

pretty top!
Nadine
September 1st, 2009 @ 5:09 pm

Yellow is such a winner if you get it right (as you have here). I have ONE yellow garment, a racer-back singlet for exercise, and it’s fantastic.

Across seasons I have one perfect-length tunic dress, long enough for a summer dress and short enough to wear over jeans, with the right fit to layer things both over AND under it.
Clare
September 1st, 2009 @ 5:11 pm

Love the pleated detailing!! So adorable.
Kari
September 1st, 2009 @ 6:04 pm

Gorgeous ruffle top! I agree, it’s all about the shade that you choose, and you picked a winner. I like a slightly “dirtier”, less bright shade of mustard on my skin rather than sunny yellow.

My sister (who is in the art field) mentioned that one of her pet peeves is people who eliminate an entire color from their wardrobe – such as green – because it’s “not flattering” to them. We have so much flexibility if we’re willing to experiment and find the right shade.
Maeghan
September 1st, 2009 @ 8:21 pm

That yellow is so perfect on you! I adore yellow.
Sal
September 2nd, 2009 @ 5:04 am

That truly is a gorgeous shade of yellow for you, lady!
I.
September 2nd, 2009 @ 8:10 am

Tu, scumpa mamii…..
Redcactusflower
September 2nd, 2009 @ 2:21 pm

I LOVE that top! great choice!
Sharon
September 2nd, 2009 @ 2:29 pm

Having a yellowish skin tone prevents me form wearing too much yellow. But I’m really trying to give it a chance, even though I feel like I keep failing. Perhaps I’m taking the wrong approach, but I feel I need to fail a little bit before I get things right.
Dottie
September 2nd, 2009 @ 3:30 pm

Happy to see Nerp again :)

That yellow top looks great with your coloring, and I love the ruffles. I doubt there’s any shade of yellow I could wear, with my pale skin and dark yellow hair – it just doesn’t work.