Thank you all for such wise and supportive comments.
Jenanded -- I am not doing the un-fancy.com program. I just did it for 34 days with 34 items. But yes you and Angie have identified that there might be some imaginary lifestyle items in this mix.
Suz -- good question about the ON jeans. They never fit right. I thought of wearing them for a day, but I had another cut of ON jeans that stretched out so badly that I decided not to bother. I thought if I consign or donate them unworn, they will have a higher value and be more appreciated by someone.
Kiwigal -- thanks for your honesty about the gray tunic.
Neel -- I don't wear the wedge oxfords anymore, I have switched to mostly low heeled booties. My 1 in, 1 out policy is not to have precise replacements as my style wants change. Even if I get a new sweater, which is replacing a skirt I never wear, that is ok in my mind because the overall wardrobe count is not increasing. Does that make sense?
Jjsloane -- as for the Pixy booties and comfort factor, thanks for the tough love! I am feeling that way too.
Unfrumped -- LOL at JCE just comfortable enough!
Deborah -- I love the suggestion of the gray tunic paired with a moto.
Aubergine -- good comment about the Rebecca Minkoff bag being a bit played out.
Shevia -- I do appreciate the tough love about the color gray, and thanks for thinking the pink looks good on me. I wasn't sure if I wanted to keep this sweater, now I'm thinking it might look good with my gray jeans for a lower contrast look.
Jackiec -- yeah the booties are both pretty fabulous. They are also both made in Italy and the quality is superb. A quality boot is like a work of art!
Elizabeth P -- I like your idea to do a serious evaluation of my other booties to see if I can find a place for the Jean-Michel Cabazats.
AviahMaria -- Good to know I'm converting more of you to team fanny pack!
Carole -- see comment above to Jjsloane -- you are like minded on the comfort of footwear being non-negotiable.
Greyscale -- I too thought the tunic had a nice shape, and I also like that the arms and sleeves are fitted. This actually makes it great as a layering piece. And no surprise that you like the LD Tuttles -- we share a love of that brand!
Angie -- You are so wise to point out the realities of this haul. I think my mind has shifted from the lessons of my capsule test to 1 in, 1 out. But I need to be reminded of my capsule lesson, which was that my smart casual items don't get worn that much! So with that frame of mind:
- The most lifestyle appropriate items are the black jeans (would get a ton of wear and wash and need to be replaced once a year), the Madewell belt, and the gray tunic. The short shorts are also a realistic item because even though I wouldn't wear them to work, I have time every day before I change for work when I am wearing casual clothes.That only my Mom and boyfriend see me in.
- The LD Tuttles, JM Cabazats and fanny pack are the most "statement" of all of the items and also more dressy and thus less truly needed. The fanny pack might be more useful actually as I am going on a cruise with Mom to Hawaii and the belt bag looks perfect for strolling the deck and day excursions, paired with black sandals.
Alaskagirl -- LOL dessert before dinner. I have a huge sweet tooth too, I think my love of shopping, fashion and dessert hang out and party in the same part of my brain!
Debbie -- I am glad you like the tunic, tunic sistah!!! I plan to wear my Zara tunic this week -- look for a WIW.
Ummlilla -- Good to know the Rag & Bones work for you! I too love this brand and find it fits me well. The other jeans I have on order for comparison, are Paiges and a new brand that was recommended to me by Jenine over at EatSleepDenim.com.