playing with lines

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I used to be a huge shop-a-holic but the worst due to WHERE I was shopping. Not that I'm totally against playing with high & low, I pride myself on that, but I wasn't buying investment pieces that would last me forever. So, since the new year, I've made a resolution where I wouldn't buy ANYTHING that wasn't going to contribute 100% to my current wardrobe, no matter the season. That being said, I wanted to show how you CAN make do with what you already own in your wardrobe.

The pieces I'm wearing are items I've had forever, well, sort of. I tried selling that one-shoulder number at Buffalo but it got rejected. I took inspiration from that rejection and decided to make a new look with it. I don't really find it acceptable to "rock" a one-shoulder if you've got 1. major armpit to boob squish 2. big boobs or 3. a non-toned shoulder/arm. This is why I was trying to get rid of it because I 100% fit all that criteria of NOT wearing a one-shoulder. But instead of throwing it away, I decided to "play with the lines" a bit to create a new look. Layering is so important for me when I'm getting dressed; it makes my looks complete. I wear this tunic constantly because it's tight-fitting, making the hem of the tunic look more like a bondage skirt. The one-shoulder and cap-sleeve created an asymmetrical line off-center from my collarbone. I liked how unusual it looked and it's my favorite part of this look. I completed the look with a belt to create my waist and voila', a new line is made.

I know, such boring banter, but read it…or don't. I appreciate you coming anyway<3.

Btw, did you notice I've changed the look of my photos? I used to play around a lot on Photoshop, way back when Myspace was MAJOR, but I toned it down a lot, only playing with saturation and levels. I wanted to make my photos stand out a bit more though, playing with lighting and WHATEVER, since I don't 100% love my camera, I'll make due editing my photos fun and different. [disclaimer: all words in previous paragraph make no sense what-so-ever and it has no reflection on my intelligence...unless it's way late or I'm wayyy tired ;) ]

xx.

p.s. I finally added my blog roll to my BLOG. ——————————————->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

It took me forever through TypePad but luckily, they helped me out a bit. Hope you all enjoy my favorite blog reads. I'll be adding more once I find my list I made a while back.

http://fazed-girl.blogspot.com Samantha

<3! This is genius layering and you are hilarious and I really like the way this looks from the back.
http://fazed-girl.blogspot.com Samantha

<3! This is genius layering and you are hilarious and I really like the way this looks from the back.
http://diaryofasmarthick.com Kathryn

Great way to make use of something that you didn't think you had a use for anymore. The post caught my attention because I really love those tights!!!
http://diaryofasmarthick.com Kathryn

Great way to make use of something that you didn't think you had a use for anymore. The post caught my attention because I really love those tights!!!
pattycov

You amaze me with your creativity! I love it! And your disclaimer made me laugh – and I can attest to your intelligence :)
pattycov

You amaze me with your creativity! I love it! And your disclaimer made me laugh – and I can attest to your intelligence :)
http://fashiontrendguide.blogspot.com Poster Girl

It really shows that you're good at layering. Glad you gave the one-shoulder top a second life. Those tights and shoes are amazing – totally something I'd wear. Consider me inspired!
http://fashiontrendguide.blogspot.com Poster Girl

It really shows that you're good at layering. Glad you gave the one-shoulder top a second life. Those tights and shoes are amazing – totally something I'd wear. Consider me inspired!
http://recycleddarling.blogspot.com Diane

There's some great layering going on here and I'm one who's all for layering. When I get dressed, I'm always putting on more layers just 'cause I get cold easily but I like what how you've thought about how these different layers work to create lines in your look. Very creative!
I've never sported anything that was one shoulder really and I don't think I can pull it off! Well, maybe I layered a scoop neck that was kinda like a one shoulder over a tee; does that count?
P.S. Thanks sooooo much for your kind words about my blog! It completely blew me away that you spent the time to read my entire blog and that you actually like it! Haha, now I feel bad that I'm so shy/introverted during group meetings because I barely spoke to you or anybody else (besides Erin) during that meet-up in the city that one time. But I am super glad that you like my blog, especially as I feel like I'm taking it in another direction at the moment. I haven't really been doing many outfit posts due to sheer laziness so I've been filling it up with other interests. I'm hoping that I'll have more time to do outfit posts but for now, I'm okay with the once-a-weeker.
http://recycleddarling.blogspot.com Diane

There's some great layering going on here and I'm one who's all for layering. When I get dressed, I'm always putting on more layers just 'cause I get cold easily but I like what how you've thought about how these different layers work to create lines in your look. Very creative!
I've never sported anything that was one shoulder really and I don't think I can pull it off! Well, maybe I layered a scoop neck that was kinda like a one shoulder over a tee; does that count?
P.S. Thanks sooooo much for your kind words about my blog! It completely blew me away that you spent the time to read my entire blog and that you actually like it! Haha, now I feel bad that I'm so shy/introverted during group meetings because I barely spoke to you or anybody else (besides Erin) during that meet-up in the city that one time. But I am super glad that you like my blog, especially as I feel like I'm taking it in another direction at the moment. I haven't really been doing many outfit posts due to sheer laziness so I've been filling it up with other interests. I'm hoping that I'll have more time to do outfit posts but for now, I'm okay with the once-a-weeker.
http://recycleddarling.blogspot.com Diane

There's some great layering going on here and I'm one who's all for layering. When I get dressed, I'm always putting on more layers just 'cause I get cold easily but I like what how you've thought about how these different layers work to create lines in your look. Very creative!
I've never sported anything that was one shoulder really and I don't think I can pull it off! Well, maybe I layered a scoop neck that was kinda like a one shoulder over a tee; does that count?
P.S. Thanks sooooo much for your kind words about my blog! It completely blew me away that you spent the time to read my entire blog and that you actually like it! Haha, now I feel bad that I'm so shy/introverted during group meetings because I barely spoke to you or anybody else (besides Erin) during that meet-up in the city that one time. But I am super glad that you like my blog, especially as I feel like I'm taking it in another direction at the moment. I haven't really been doing many outfit posts due to sheer laziness so I've been filling it up with other interests. I'm hoping that I'll have more time to do outfit posts but for now, I'm okay with the once-a-weeker.
http://recycleddarling.blogspot.com Diane

There's some great layering going on here and I'm one who's all for layering. When I get dressed, I'm always putting on more layers just 'cause I get cold easily but I like what how you've thought about how these different layers work to create lines in your look. Very creative!
I've never sported anything that was one shoulder really and I don't think I can pull it off! Well, maybe I layered a scoop neck that was kinda like a one shoulder over a tee; does that count?
P.S. Thanks sooooo much for your kind words about my blog! It completely blew me away that you spent the time to read my entire blog and that you actually like it! Haha, now I feel bad that I'm so shy/introverted during group meetings because I barely spoke to you or anybody else (besides Erin) during that meet-up in the city that one time. But I am super glad that you like my blog, especially as I feel like I'm taking it in another direction at the moment. I haven't really been doing many outfit posts due to sheer laziness so I've been filling it up with other interests. I'm hoping that I'll have more time to do outfit posts but for now, I'm okay with the once-a-weeker.
http://wordsevaded.blogspot.com Sophia

You look fab fab fabulous! That peach color looks so pretty on you and your tights are to die for. I've been following your blog for a while now b/c I always love your outfits and your cleverness, but I never said hi! Sooo hi! :0) and thanks for the layering advice- this outfit is layered really well.
http://wordsevaded.blogspot.com Sophia

You look fab fab fabulous! That peach color looks so pretty on you and your tights are to die for. I've been following your blog for a while now b/c I always love your outfits and your cleverness, but I never said hi! Sooo hi! :0) and thanks for the layering advice- this outfit is layered really well.
http://profile.typepad.com/6p0120a600b1e8970b profreshstyle

thanks so much Sophia<3. And thank you for saying hi! I love the, "Just hellos" :).
xx.
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thanks so much Sophia<3. And thank you for saying hi! I love the, "Just hellos" :).
xx.
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I know, I get cold pretty easily as well but then get really hot so the combination of layering works in my favor lol. And lol, I'm sure, tech., a scoop neck could totally pass as a one shoulder….lol. ;)
It's fine that your shy, dude, it doesn't even matter. I completely enjoyed reading your blog and viewing your pictures. and about outfit posts, i would still come whether you did them or not, simply because you do have a true talent for finding some amazing photographs. seriously. i would come for that alone<3.
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I know, I get cold pretty easily as well but then get really hot so the combination of layering works in my favor lol. And lol, I'm sure, tech., a scoop neck could totally pass as a one shoulder….lol. ;)
It's fine that your shy, dude, it doesn't even matter. I completely enjoyed reading your blog and viewing your pictures. and about outfit posts, i would still come whether you did them or not, simply because you do have a true talent for finding some amazing photographs. seriously. i would come for that alone<3.
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thanks my dear. you've inspired me to bring those babies out more often. I usually never wear my textured tights (which i have WAY TOO MANY OF) but i think i should since they seem to have the favor. <3.
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Target baby<3.
i got them from my mom as a gift for Christmas. :)
http://profile.typepad.com/6p0120a600b1e8970b profreshstyle

thanks my dear. you've inspired me to bring those babies out more often. I usually never wear my textured tights (which i have WAY TOO MANY OF) but i think i should since they seem to have the favor. <3.
http://profile.typepad.com/6p0120a600b1e8970b profreshstyle

Target baby<3.
i got them from my mom as a gift for Christmas. :)
http://profile.typepad.com/6p0120a600b1e8970b profreshstyle

lol, out of everything I try to be, humor is what i love to be and do. <3. thanks much samantha :)
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aww madre. thanks for commenting<3.
http://profile.typepad.com/6p0120a600b1e8970b profreshstyle

lol, out of everything I try to be, humor is what i love to be and do. <3. thanks much samantha :)
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aww madre. thanks for commenting<3.