monday muse fashion post

This week I was at a fashion loss for outfits. I just felt so tired and lazy, and when I looked at my closet full of clothes, I saw nothing to wear.
So, I collapsed on the couch, pulled up Twitter and went to my muse’s for inspiration. Within minutes, Lula came to my rescue. Of course it was Lula….she’s just that amazing.
She asked, “How to dress sassy, chic, AND comfortable for the holidays? Without wearing sweats. Ahem. Seriously–need HELP!”
How could I ignore such a desperate plea???
So here’s what I came up with. One chunky red (for the holidays!) sweater worn two ways…both of which I consider sassy & chic and totally comfy!

Sweater: tag says Laurette Lane {thifted}

Look #1:

Layered over a white tank, dark denim wide leg jeans, and grey metallic heels.
{Can even be worn with tights for those of you NOT in SoCal!}

Tank: Hanes, {Target}

Jeans: Roxy, {TJ Maxx}

Heels: Mossimo, {Target}

Necklace: {Platos Closet Resale}

Purse: Marc Jacobs but not {Fashionjunkee.com}

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Look #2:

{I’m instructing Taylor to please move his sword (a.k.a. broom) out of my shot.}
Paired with a gray tights (circa 1992…seriously, I’ve had them that long!), gray skirt, and tall flat gray boots.

Skirt: tag says, Janette {thrifted}

Tights: {Gap}

Boots: Mossimo, {Target}

Purse: mark {mark.com}

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I’m loving red next to gray….it’s just makes the whole look appear soft and sweet.
Instead of bold and bolder.
Ya?
Also, rule of thumb with tights? Match them to your shoes.
So, I hope this helps with the holiday what to wears….I’ll try to come up with some more ideas for this month since it’s not just the holiday season of my birthday but a few others as well. =)
Happy Freaking Monday!
P.S. Thank you, thank you, thank you to all of you who left sweet comments yesterday about my hair. You totally made me feel better and more confident, and today I’m completely secure and happy and way way loving them.
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Comments

  1. I love it! But you look cute in anything. By the way, it’s my only day off so I can’t promise I won’t wear sweats thursday anyway! (don’t judge:)

  2. loove the red jacket. so cute.

  3. I think red is your color lady! You look awesome! I love both outfits, and your hair it TDF!!! Gorgeous! Did you get the color done too??!

  4. Those bangs. Those shoes. I love love love love love love love!!!!

    You look fantastic! Really, you do!

  5. Love the red cardi/jumper/sweater…it looks snuggly and perfect for winter!

  6. You must have some seriously awesome thrift stores in your neck of the woods. My thrift stores…suck. I am loving that sweater- tons.

  7. Love the outfits! Love the bangs even more!!

  8. Adorable Outfit ~ This would be perfect for the upcoming Holidays! Love the jacket- and your bangs look fabulous on you!!

  9. Very cute outfits! DEF. look like HOlidays ones. You look sexyyy! and i love the bangs, seirously.

  10. I’m so diggin’ the bangs! And I’m all for grey anything.

  11. YES YES YES!!!!

    I love it.
    And I’m totally stealing this outfit, to wear many times in the coming weeks. Of course I’ll photograph myself and send it to you.

    You are fantastic. Truly!

  12. Love the outfit..the red coat is too cute!

    Dropping by your blog crib to say Helloooo lol Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving …remember it’s not about the food we eat but the love we share!

    Happy Thanksgiving from one of your SITStas!!

  13. Very cute jacket and boots.I love the colors.

    Thank you for stopping by

  14. I totally second what Foursons said – our thrift stores are ick. Even the ones in the nicer end of town… 🙁

  15. yay! i love love love red with grey. it’s the best thing ever this season! you look amazing, as per uaual. hope you’re having a great monday.

  16. EEEEEK!!! I LOVE YOUR HAIR!!! i must have missed your other post. i’m soo excited for you!

    love these pics. i’m lovin’ the gray this season, too. it goes with pretty much everything!

    happy monday beautiful 🙂

  17. I think those are perfect holiday outfits.
    And I LOVE the bangs!

  18. Love both looks. i love winter out here in CO, because I adore sweaters! Though even in 29 palms in Cali, it got pretty cold.

    Summer, Summer, Summer… Since i am getting to the point that my regular clothes dont fit, I would love to know your take on Maternity wear. I know, not really fun. It just seems like the second i get pregnant, that they bust out all the ugly clothes. I saw some really cute stuff last year, but now it seems all retro-y. Plus, who the heck makes maternity jeans anyway? i cant find a pair to save my life! Just a thought…
    Still lovin the hair!

  19. This post just instantly made my Monday that much better. Thank you for that! 🙂

  20. Looking great as always, I really love the second look with the skirt, I agree Red and Grey together looks lovely. And glad your happy again with your bangs 🙂

  21. I love you and your cute sassy outfits! Your hair is uh-mazing as well!! MUAH

  22. Love the red on you!
    Thanks for the tights tip. I am loving the, but feel like they look weird on me. I may have to try them out soon. 🙂

  23. I am totally in love with that sweater! Outfit number 1 is my fav!

  24. You are too adorable Summer, I love it all!

  25. LOVE the red jacket girl!!
    oh and the boots and jeans 😉
    you look so pretty in all the pictures!!

    p.s. love your hair!!

  26. OH girl, I want that red sweater,,,oh my!