3 November 2009, originally uploaded by academichic.Sources:
- Green Blouse – BR Outlet
- Wool Skirt – BR Outlet
- Black Sweater – Banana Republic
- Boots – J Crew
- Tights – H&M
- Earrings – Gift from Sister L.
Endnotes:
After a busy weekend, during which I accomplished very little school work, I spent most of yesterday in sweats trying to get some writing done. We have discussed this questions of what to wear when working from home before. The three of us weigh in differently. I personally find a day in sweats every once in a while to be very productive – as was the case yesterday. After such days, however, I find myself dressing up a bit more than usual.
Today’s outfit are all pieces I have worn before but I made a few temporary alterations to make some of the items feel different. I pressed the collar of this ruffly green shirt inside to make a mandarin collar. My black cardigan is actually a black wrap sweater, but I tied the strings behind my back, under the sweater. I also hiked my skirt up a little and belted it. Just these little adjustments help make my closet more interesting to return to everyday.
How do you change up the look of an old standard?
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As a new skirts/tights/boots addict I’m loving the outfit!
I’m super impressed! Especially as all of those alterations are un-do-able.
What to wear when working at home? Nothing wrong with sweats, but I prefer flannel pajamas!
And super smart move with the wrap sweater!
What a great way to update old classics!
I do the same thing with my items.. usually a belt or a different tie instead of the tie that came with the top does wonders
love the idea of creating a mandarin collar- super clever!
The mandarin collar looks lovely on you! This outfit is simply divine.
So resourceful!
This is a gorgeous way to dress up an old standard. You look so classy!
I like to cuff or roll up jeans with different shoes and boots for *new* looks.
I love this look on you! Everything fits flawlessly and the color combo is beautiful. I love how the gray skirt brings out the gray in the shirt, while the black sharpens everything back up.
Very cool changes to the outfit. I never would have thought of that collar idea! I’m still loving the belt too.
You look just great in this awesome ensemble. I would never have though to press a collar inside to convert it into a mandarin collar… what an amazing idea!
I read this article about Madeleine Albright, and thought of Academichic…it’s interesting how she applied style to international diplomacy.
http://www.oprah.com/article/style/fashion/20091009-orig-madeleine-albright-pin?cnn=yes
I love the idea of making this shirt into a mandarin collar! I hope I can try that out soon. This outfit is great
Gorgeous boots. And I love the blouse.