THEN: I thrifted these uber high-waisted pants last October ($19.99 at Goodwill) and vividly remember wearing them last Halloween, when this photo was taken. It wasn't meant to be a costume!
Ick. I thought I looked pretty hot then. But now I see how style can evolve. The horsy-horsy look was just too contrived. The teal scarf too matchy-matchy. And highlighting the high-waisted pants? A bit too much, methinks.
NOW: I much prefer the look I came up with two days ago. The strategy was similar yet funkified: this time the cashmere sweater was longer and hanging out, and the hue almost matched the pants perfectly. Brown boots, yes, but this time shorter ankle booties. I kept the thick belt but changed the colour and put it outside the tunic. Then I added a Teenflo blazer and leather bag (both thrifted) and voila!
What do you think? Which look do you like best? Or are they both fugly in your opinion?
i think the look this year is better. i remember that post from last year and thought you were brave for rocking those pants!
ReplyDeleteunfortunately i think those brown ankle boots are a bit fugly...is it the long squared toe..perhaps. and they look kinda wrinkly in the ankle but tight across the forefoot, no?
Your updated look is so much better! The lines have a more natural flow and the brown feels very soft as opposed to the harsher black.
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myworldinmywords, I'm so flattered you remember last year's post, and yes, I agree the second look is better! Think you may be right about the booties too - I've had 'em for years and they are a wee bit dated.
ReplyDeleteThanks LyddieGal, I tend to agree. Hope your thrifting exploits are going well!
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