Days 15 & 16!

Day 15 Equation:

Denim Jacket + Striped T + White Denim + Wedges

My Pick:

Striped trapeze tank, Old Navy, old
Denim shirt, Earl Jeans, thrifted
Pink Skinnies, Arizona, $12.99 (sale)
Black Wedges, AE, Payless, $13 (sale + coupon) (in store only)

Day 16 Equation:

Maxi Skirt + White T + Metallic Sandal

My Pick:

Skirt, Rue 21, $10 ($10 off coupon)
T, NoBo, ~$5
Wedges, Bare Trap, Amazon, $42
Necklace, Stella & Dot (old)

I'm super happy with the skirt purchase-I have been looking for a long skirt that was not as form-fitting as my others. Also picked up a cute pair of patterned, tapered pants that will work well with a T/tank and flat sandals.

 Just a few short months 'til we head to the beach!

Day 14!

Today was super busy! First, we went to church, then out to lunch.

Here's Sadie owning her stripe/floral combo for church this morning. And, you can't see it, but she's wearing a spring chick clip in her hair!
Dress, Healthtex, Walmart, ~$6

Then, I hit the gym, the grocery store, and in for a quick peek at Goodwill.

This is my view leaving the gym :) S-P-R-I-N-G!

Not much luck at GW, other than a pair of Gap khaki shorts for Sadie. I know better than to go on a Sunday. It's completely picked over!

Anyway, it was 3:30 before I hopped into the shower for the second time and dressed in the challenge outfit.

Today's Equation:

White Denim + Button Down + Metallic Sandals

My Pick:

Floral button down, a.n.a, JCP, purchased last year
White ankle skinny jeans, JCP, $20 (on sale)
Necklace, F21, $5.80
Sandals, Mossimo, $19.99

I'm off to do a load of whites! The white denim is in tomorrow's equation, too!

Days 12 & 13!

Day 12 Equation:

Maxi + Bright Tank + Neutral Cardigan + Wedges

My Pick:
Green/oatmeal maxi skirt, Billabong, Buckle, $44
Taupe tank, Buckle, $14
Oatmeal jacket, thrifted, $5
Necklace, Forever21. 21.80
Wedges, Bare Trap, $42

Day 13 Equation:

Striped T + Dark Skinnies +  Statement Necklace + Metallic Sandals

My Pick:
Black/cream peplum top, Forever 21, $5 (clearance)
Dark skinnies, JCP, $4.97 (clearance)
Necklace, Jane.com, $9.99
Sandals, Mossimo, $19.99

The group as a whole continues to really "change up" the combos. I, personally, am finding more and more items on the challenge list hanging right in front of me! I plan on doing the summer challenge with items I (hopefully) already have.

Day 11!

Today's Equation:

Button Down + Skinny Jeans + Neutral Flat + Floral Scarf

My Pick:

Merona/Target floral button down, thrifted, $3.25
Gap Always Skinny zippered jeans, thrifted, $3.25
White gold wedges with animal print bows, Lindsay Phillips, $15 on clearance at a local pharmacy/gift shop (retail is $68). These have interchangeable snaps at the toe. I have one other pair of snaps that are mixed metal spheres for dressier occasions.
Braided belt borrowed from a maxi dress
Monogrammed Tiger's Eye necklace, Etsy, $20

Overall, I really love this combination. I always thought button downs were too boxy, but if you do a sloppy tuck, belt a longer one, tie it up, or pair with a tank, the options are quite flattering! A scarf in coordinating colors with a swiss dot or pin-stripe would have been adorable, but I don't own one (not yet, anyway!).

I also ordered these today! GAH!

Day 10!

Today's Equation:

Bright Cardigan + Striped T + Boyfriend Jeans + Leopard Flats


My Pick:

Pink cardigan, Faded Glory, Walmart, $3 (clearance, girls department)
Striped t-shirt, NoBo, Walmart, $5
Skinny Diva jeans, Old Navy, $22 (sale)
Patterned rain boots, brand unknown, HyVee grocery, $15 (clearance)
Necklace (so old I have no idea..)

Could the background on this collage be more '80's!? HA!
Subbed rain boots for flats because it was quite drizzly today, so I also had to sub skinny jeans. Boyfriends just would not work tucked into these boots.  I don't love the necklace, but I'm trying to experiment. I usually only wear it to concerts! I'm noticing people's accessories (around town) a lot more!
Shopping tip: If you're petite up top, don't bypass the girls' section of stores. You'll probably fit into an XL easily (14-16) for a much lower price!

Sadie's Pick:

Coral cardigan, Circo, thrifted, $2
Striped navy/white peplum t-shirt, Circo, $5 (Target sale)
Boyfriend jeans, Target, $12
Converse sneakers (not shown), Target $26.99
Attitude, priceless ;)

Days 8 and 9!

Day 8 Equation:

Button-Down + Dark Skinnies + Leopard Flats

My Pick:
Pale blue button down, Max Studio, thrifted, $3.25
Taupe tank, Buckle  Extra Long and Lean, $14
Dark Skinnies, JCP, $4.97 (clearance)
Leopard flats, Faded Glory, Walmart, $12.87
Necklace, Stella & Dot

Day 9 Equation:

Denim Jacket + Bright Tank + White Jeans+ Neutral Wedge + Floral Scarf

My Pick:
Aztec tank and coordinating L/L tank, Buckle, $28, $14, respectively
I chose to omit the scarf and use pattern in the tank instead
Denim jacket, thrifted, $6 ( I only wore this a few times outside in the morning hours)
White skinnies, JCP, $20 (sale + coupon)
Wedges, Bare Trap, Amazon, ~$42
Necklace, Forever21, $5.80 (in stores)

I cannot say enough about 3 items!
1. The Buckle L/L tanks
2. JCP Skinny jeans (I have the white and dark and will be purchasing any other available colors!)
3. These Bare Trap wedges!

We are all starting to "mix things up" this week! I love seeing everyone's personality start to come out in their choices :)

Day 7!

Today's Equation:

Neutral Cardigan + Button-Down + Boyfriend Jean + Statement Necklace + Wedge

My Pick:

Plaid button-down, American Eagle Outfitters, thrifted $3
Boyfriend jean, Vigoss, $25 (sale), Maurices
Statement necklace, Forever21, $21.80 (this may be the most expensive item I've ever purchased from Forever21!)
Wedges, $13 (coupon), American Eagle, Payless
Braided belt (old)

This was a very colorful outfit and pretty comfy after that BIG Easter lunch! I knew I had to have the necklace when I saw it on the site. It goes with EVERYTHING! I debated whether to wear it on the outside/inside of the shirt, but felt it deserved full view. I may even name it ;)