Monday, June 30, 2014

OOTD: Haute Weather/I Gotta Be Me

Well, it's supposed to get up to 108° here today, so I guess my prediction for "haute" weather turned out to be correct, lol. Today seems like the perfet day to debut a breezy white outfit!

Pin:


Mine:

Shirt: Notations, thrifted
Shorts: Zenobia, Family Clothes
Bag: Dooney & Bourke, thrifted
Sandals: Walmart
Hat: F21
Necklace: thrifted

Sunday, June 29, 2014

OOTD: Summer Straw/Feeling Fruity/It's on and Popping

Idk, about the fruity part, but I have the straw and a big pop of coral, lol. 

Dress: Target, thrifted
Hat and bag: F21
Wedges: St. John's Bay, thrifted
Necklaces, thrifted

Saturday, June 28, 2014

OOTD: Rockin' Neon/Put A Bow On It/K.I.S.Sophistication

Here's what I'm wearing for daytime today. This look was inspired by this Instagram user.
Hers:


Mine:

Neon coral bag (and pedi) for Rockin' Neon, Bow earrings for Put A Bow On It, and LOL @ the title K.I.S.Sohistication! (Kiss abbreviated stands for keep it simple, stupid.) Wacky Title. :) I chose to interperet it a different way and show off my new lipstick: Avon Crushed Rose.
Shirt: Merona, Target
Jeans: F21
Bag: Alyssa, Family Clothes
Sandals: Walmart
Earrings: Claire's via flea market
Watch: groopdealz.com
Chain bracelet: Walmart
Elephant bracelet: thrifted

Friday, June 27, 2014

OOTD: Feeling Floral/Pretty In Paisley

Floral lace on the top, and skirt has both floral and paisley! :)

Lace tee: Wet Seal
Skirt: Coldwater Creek: thrifted
Bag: thrifted
Wedges: St. John's Bay, thrifted
Elephant necklace: thrifted
Earrings: Claire's via flea market
Belt: Ross

Thursday, June 26, 2014

OOTD: Aztec/I Love Eyelet/I Prefer A Pencil

This outfit's all in the details. Eyelet neckline tunic, black lace pencil skirt, and a printed cardi that I'm not quite sure is Aztec, but the geometric earrings kind of help lend to that feel. Whew, tough combo!

Printed cardi: Merona, thrifted
Eyelet tunic: Coldwater Creek, thrifted
Lace pencil skirt: Kmart
Flats: Aldo, thrifted
Bag: F21
Earrings: Walmart
Elephant bracelet: thrifted
Bangles: dollar store

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

New Feature: Blogging For Books!

Although I will continue to feature my daily OOTD's here on Vintage Meets Modern, I am also looking to expand the range of topics I blog about. One of my greatest passions, besides fashion, is reading. I was so excited when I received an email from the organization Blogging For Books! By completing a short survey about my reading interests, I am now able to request free books to review here on the blog! I can order as many as one free book a week in exchange for my honest reviews here on my blog and on the bloggingforbooks.org website. 

The first book I chose to request is Simple Thai Food by Leela Punyararabandhu. I also have a live for cooking and and interest in Asian cuisine, so I look forward to trying some of these recipes and reviewing this book for you! Look for my first book review within the next 3 weeks.

For more information on how to participate in the Blogging For Books Program, please visit www.bloggingforbooks.org.

OOTD: Maxi-mized/Lady In Red/Bold And Bow-tastic

I'm sure many of you have seen/pinned or even done this look from Sequins and Things. It's so simple and pretty; I'm glad I'm finally getting around to it.
Hers:


Mine:

Tee: J Crew via Thredup
Skirt: Merona, thrifted
Sandals: Walmart
Watch: groopdealz.com
Clutch: yard sale
Elephant bracelet: thrifted
Bow earrings: Claire's via flea market
Necklace: old

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

OOTD: Three Colors/Birds of a Feather/Minty Fresh

Gray, black, and mint color palette today. Feather print tee and mint belt, nails, and bag for the challenges. :D
Maxi: Target, thrifted
Bag: F21
Cuff: vintage, thrifted
Everything else: Walmart

Monday, June 23, 2014

OOTD: Makes Me Happy/Monochromatic Monday

I'm doing something unexpected (for me) today. Some people look so chic in all black ensembles, but I've always felt awkward, like I was wearing a Halloween costume or heading to a funeral. I think there are two things that really made me love today's outfit; finally finding the perfect pair of black skinny jeans, and adding metallic accessories. The jeans are from F21, and the fit and inseam is perfect. They're also comfy; I'm really impressed with how much the quality and variety of their plus sizes has improved.
Inspired by this pin:


Mine:

Top: Apt. 9, thrifted
Jeans: F21
Bag: thrifted
Flats: Aldo, thrifted
Necklace: purpleperidot.com
Earrings: groopdealz.com

Sunday, June 22, 2014

OOTD: Vintage Finds/Floral Frenzy/Take It To Church

Inspired by this pin.


Mine:

Floral blouse: vintage, thrifted
Cobalt pants: Family Clothes
Bag: F21
Shoes: Arizona at JCP, thrifted
Necklace: purpleperidot.com
Earrings: groopdealz.com
Cuff: vintage

Saturday, June 21, 2014

OOTD: Stylin' Shorts/Tropical Paradise/Flip Flop Frenzy

Kimono jacket: groopdealz.com
CA tee: souvenir
Shorts, hat, belt: Walmart
Sandals: JCP
Necklaces: thrifted
Bag: Merona, thrifted

OOTD: Sailing Away/Blazin' In My Blazer

Earrings: Croft & Barrow, Kohl's
Necklace: purpleperidot.com
Skirt: Coldwater Creek, thrifted
Bow belt: ? Old
Everything else: Walmart

Thursday, June 19, 2014

OOTD: Radiant Orchid/Printed Patterned Pants/Jewel Thief

When I saw today's challenge combo I was like o.O
"How am I going to strike the right balance of radiant orchid and printed pants without looking OOT?" After much thinking, I believe I finally came up with a winning combo. :)
I wish the print of these awesome ankle pants photograped better. They are dark burgundy/black baroque print.

Drapey top: groopdealz.com
Printed pants: Mossimo at Target, thrifted
Flats: Aldo, Thrifted
Bag: Merona at Target, thrifted
Headscarf: gift
Necklace and ring: thrifted
Earrings: Claire's via flea market

Wednesday, June 18, 2014

Recent Thrift Scores

Vintage Dooney & Bourke purse for $16! I knew the stalking would pay off eventually, haha. I love this style for it's shape and color combo, and since I don't have anything else like it, it will really round out my handbag collection. This style's going on Ebay and Etsy for $49-$159.


My other recent thrift scores:
St. John's Bay wedges: $10


BNWT Macy's Sunny Leigh blouse: $12.99


BNWT Target coral top: $7.99


BNWT Notations white blouse: $6.99.

These vintage elephant pieces go with my boho tendencies and will be fun to incorpoate into outfits. $5 each.

Also very excited about all these BNIP Avon products I scored for $10 +shipping. I haven't bought new MU in forever.

Included are:

1.6 fl. oz. Mark. “Instant Vacation” fragrance mist
True Color eyeshadow duo in “purple” and “deep sea”
0.4 fl. oz. nail enamel in “chic pink”
Beyond Color line softening mousse foundation in “buff”
Light It Up! lighted mirror compact
Painters Palette lip color with 5 colors in pinks, reds, and purple
Quick Cover lip brush with metallic pink handle
Shine Removal oil absorbing sheets
Ultra Moisture Rich lipstick in “crushed rose"
Ultra Moisture Rich lipstick in “sheer pink” (not sealed, unused)

BNWT originally $78 from Torrid, I got it for $18.50! I also thrifted these Aldo pointy flats to wear with it, $4.99.

BNWT Mossimo Cardigan: $9.99

Yellow Crossbody Bag Only $2!

  



OOTD: Pretty Pendant/Golden Girls/I Play With Blocks

Pinspiration:


Mine:

Champagne silk blouse: clothing swap
Skirt: Target, thrifted
Sandals: Walmart
Necklace: purpleperidot.com
Bag: Chicos, thrifted
Earrings: Claire's via flea market

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

OOTD: Tunic Tuesday/Tossed In Textures

I'm very happy with my new lace oxfords; very comfy and a perfect fit. Quick shipping from Famous Footwear too.
A fun, quirky look today, inspired by this pin.


Mine:

Tunic: Apt. 9, thrifted
Shorts: Walmart
Bag: F21 
Shoes: Famous Footwear
Earrings: Target
Ring: clothing swap

Monday, June 16, 2014

OOTD: Music Monday/Sassy In Stripes/I Wanna Rock With You

I borrowed one of DH's band tees for this look, and have some leg action going on a la Angelina Jolie, so I think I've got all the challenges covered, lol. :)

Fedora and bag: F21
Bangles: vintage and dollar store
Everything else: Walmart