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Another mash up/shop my closet outfit! I’ve had two (Alison Borenstein?) blazer outfit combinations pinned for a month or so with the intention of trying them out once shorts weather ended. Well, that time has come!

Pics #1/2 are the inspo photos. Pics #3-5 are my ‘fits. Though I like the idea of the wide leg jeans, I think the outfit needed the higher contrast of a lighter wash denim. Also, I prefer the shirt tucked into the waist of the jeans. I’ve been carrying the bag with the strap shorter/doubled up - more like a hand bag, but reeled it out for cross body length like the inspo photos. I was fine with the loafers, but might style it with white converse next time. I think the white would mirror the white in the plaid, and the red stripe would pick up the colour of the bag. I could try this with white jeans for a different vibe.

The plaid shirt is new JCrew 100% cotton flannel from the men’s department. Cozy and warm. The sleeves are l-o-n-g It’s a recent purchase, made after I realized that my one (1) flannel shirt has been the most worn top of all my tops! Though I’m showing some skin for the pose in #3, the reality is that I’m wearing an undershirt, and tucked it up under my bra for the photo, LOL! It was accidental that the Darntuff wool socks were turquoise, rust, and wine - so for funsies I rolled the cuffs for the last photo.

At the grocery store I was complimented on my outfit (#4) by two young women! They particularly liked the plaid shirt.

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1 month ago

Dee

Veteran

Fun renditions, lovely blue plaid addition, just need to add Alison’s come hither look in photo#1. I prefer the shirt tucked in as well and the lighter wash denim does provide a nice contrast, perhaps you might want to consider adding some lightwash wide-leg jeans to your wardrobe as well.
You’ve already received the best seal of approval on your outfit from the young folks, who could ask for anything more.

Helena

Looking great Carla!

Lisa

I've also been waiting for shorts season to end. I have a list of outfits I want to try, the weather just needs to cooperate.

This is a fun look. You nailed it right down to the pose with the inspiration photo. I like the look with the dark wash and lighter wash jeans. And I do think this would also work well with the white denim too.

The black loafers work well here. I like the cheeky vibe of showing off the socks. I also think a white sneaker would be nice with this outfit and I hope you will share when you style it!

I think that shirt would look good with black pants or black denim too.

The new flannel shirt was a home run purchase (I have a strong fondness for plaid at this time of year.)

That red bag pairs so well with blues.

Jaime

(website)

Well done! I agree the lighter wash works better here. You look great and isn't fun to be complimented by young people!

slim cat

Both outfits work great - I love the dark wide denim look for fall ( when it arrives - summer was too long ) and the light denim for sunnier days ( burgundy boots as another option? )!

ChristelJ

So fun! I think the juxtaposition of the the rustic flannel with the classic blazer is very cool. I like both the light and dark denim.

Star

Good copycats. I think I too may prefer with your Converse. I also wear mens button downs often.

RobinF

Great copy! Love that shirt. I love the dark jeans but do like the higher contrast between the light jeans and the jacket. I like the shirt untucked That is my own preference, it does look good as you have it.

Joy

No wonder you got compliments. You look fabulous, like you have made an effort. A rare thing to see today.i would compliment you too.

Irina

I much prefer your # 1 interpretation. It looks more modern and unexpected. Well done!

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Looking fab, Carla!

Well deserved compliments

I’m the spanner - with Irina - who slightly prefers the darker jeans look, so the first outfit - and both look great on you! Nicely done.

Suz

Fun outfit! I think the plaid's sharp geometrics contrast well with your curls and make a nice juxtaposition!

I actually prefer the darker jeans, too. I think the wider leg gives a very different and more contemporary vibe. But both look great.

Runcarla

Good to know the combination with the wider leg jeans (pic #3) passes muster! Will put it into the repertoire!

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