Shopping my closet for Angie's black pants outfits

I took the black pants post and ran with it! Apologies for the blurry photos and bonus smudge on the mirror, but I only noticed after I looked at the photos (natch). I tried to recreate Angie's look #2 with two cropped jackets and #1 with my crazy platform oxfords (instead of white sneakers) that I have a bit of trouble styling.

I do not think I am wearing one thing here that is not second hand and in my closet for at least a year including:
1. Reiss leather jacket, Ann Deumeuleester pants, Zara tee, Marsell mules, Prada chain bag.
2. Switched to Vic boots, my current favorites.
3. Switched to vintage Celine jacket.
4. Switched to vintage Dior boots.
5. Tahari blue jacket, Maya Negri pants, Robert Clergerie shoes.
6. Switched to vintage plaid jacket (with a Ladies Garment tag!).

If you are game please comment on which version looks best and/or worst. I tried to make small changes to see how they affect the outfits. Any other comments, even jokes about smudged mirrors, also welcome. Thanks!

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6 years ago

kellygirl

Veteran

I can’t pick a favorite! You look fab in everything. I love all iterations. The vintage Celine is dynamite and that plaid blazer with the sneaker is so playful and fun. You look gorgeous!

Brooklyn

Oh wow! The first outfit is such a perfect rendition of the second version of Angie’s ensemble. I cannot get over it! I think I like that version and the other cropped jacket versions the best. But they are all seriously fab.

Jenni NZ

I like 1 and 2 the best. Think it is my own preferences talking as they look a bit more polished, which I prefer. Other than my hair I don't think I am RATE. And even my hair makes me happier if it is shorter and tidier.

rachylou

Just fantastic!

Sal

Well done!! I love 1 and 5......both super cool. I like the ankle showing I think..... and this is my favourite bootcuts and sneakers rendition on the forum to date.

Kathie

1 and 5 are my favorites. I like the structure of a bit more ankle showing in 1. And your sneakers is 5 are fabulous.

Joyce B

All are great outfits but #2 is stunning.
Maybe #1 is more useful where you live if boots are too warm there?

ChrisM

I love 2,3 and 4 - which, based on the above comments, means there’s something for everyone! Well done!

Jane

I love 2, the boots are fab. The pants are perfect.

Helena

Love these Shevia!! If I must choose, I'd say 1 is super duper fab!

LaPed

I love 2, 3, 4 but really they're all amazing. Such great pieces and you put them together beautifully.

Aquamarine

The first 2 are fantastic! Can’t decide which shoes I prefer...it would depend on your weather.

lyn67

Think all have potential but my absolute faves are nr 1-2, 4&6!

Jaime

(website)

Thank you! It was fun to play in my closet.
Kelly girl - That jacket is one of my favorites, and always gets compliments.
Brooklyn - I knew when I saw that outfit I had to try to capture it.
Jenni - I actually like it when my hair is less neat !
Rachylou - why thanks!
Sal and Kathie- thanks for your thoughts, I thought I preferred the bootie but am rethinking.
Joyce and Aquamarine- I am conditioned to be able to wear boots once it gets under 80F
ChrisM - I am to please!
Jane - Thank you, the boots are workhorses!
torontogirl - I think I should try Angie's formulas more often!
LaPed - thank you, that is such a nice thing to read!

Lyn - I love that everyone has different favorites, thank you!

RobinF

I agree with the others, these are all great! I think my favorite is #2 but I also love the sneakers and the Celine jacket and #1. Really hard to choose.

Mirjana

So beautiful outfits Shevia, you nailed it perfectly Angie's suggestion. I like all but the best #1-2 and the next #6 eith plaid jacket , on trend.

Bijou

Now you have to play in your closet more often, this is such a treat to see all of these amazing outfits. #2 and #3 are simply perfect in every way. No wonder those Vic boots are your favourites. You have an enviable shoe collection and they all look like they are comfortable and wearable shoes too! You are an amazing shopper. It is so nice to see fabulous designer pieces being worn and loved.

Joy

I love the pants in 1-4 on you as the most current, I am leaning toward 1 and 4 as favorites but 6 is inspiring with your sneakers.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

First of all, Jaime, I LOVE THE HAIR. It's growing beautifully into the best new style, and the colour is sublime.

KILLER all round, and my faves are: #1 and #6 (you had me with the red).

JAileen

I love them all. The first jacket is wonderful. I also love the plaid jacket. It looks like it should be hanging in my closet!

kkards

those white and red shoes! TDF...and the plaid shirt...love them all, but #4 is my fav...love the jacket and those lace up boots!

anchie

I love them all but #1 is my favorite. I don’t see the smudge, probability because my phone screen is too smudged itself

Sara L.

These are great! I love the cropped pants and cropped jacket versions. I also like #5 with the blue jacket and sneakers.

texstyle

I esp. love #3 and #6 - and your hair is looking great.

Firecracker (Sharan)

How can I choose? I love them all. I think these outfits show what a pro you are at shopping for (and finding) second-hand treasures, and at outfit creation. It's an artistic achievement to have this beautiful selection of pieces in your closet, and to put them together to create stunning versions of Angie's black-pants-and-jacket idea. They all look great on you, too.

Runcarla

#1 and #2 get my vote. That jacket works so beautifully with your colouring. Hair is amazing.

Anonymous

I love your crazy platform oxfords & all your renditions.

Thank you all for your thoughtful and fun comments. I love that there is a mixed bag of opinions!

Angie - I am beaming! I figured out a slightly different way to style my hair (scrunch the product in) and I like it much better. Thanks for noticing!
RobinF - The small difference in shoes does make it a different outfit I think.
Mirjana - I am flattered!
Bijou - I love shoes, but I really can't wear much of a heel unless the shoe is very well designed, and then we are talking to up to about 1.5 inches.
Joy Those pants are among my favorite. I have been in my closet a few years, and were not new to begin with - that is the beauty of certain designs.
Jaileen - That jacket is decades old and still looks pristine. And there is another one out there waiting for you!
kkards - I like the boots there too!
anchie - I toast the sisterhood of smudge!
Sara - that blue jacket is a fantastic color isn't it?
texstyle - thank you! my hair is starting to feel like me after a long hiatus
Firecracker - I was floored by your comment. My wardrobe is my creative outlet, and you couldn't have said anything more touching, thank you so much!
Runcarla - I actually did a k/r on that jacket years ago, and the color is what kept it in my closet.
Opaline - thank you! The oxfords aren't my usual, but sometimes I like to mix it up!

ETA: Dana - ha, yes I am actually usually quite amused with myself playing in my closet.

Elizabeth P. I am very flattered!

Angie - Thank you! I am basically pretending my hair is a bit longer and it seems to be growing to accomodate me!

Elizabeth P

Also admiring your hair... ... and all the outfits. It's a treat to see several photos in one post, I love your style.

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