White and Brights: The case for recycling favorite combinations

I've worn this combination before (some of you may recall). I have to say I was completely stumped at what to wear to a baby shower I went to today. The weather was gorgeous but it was more like mid-fall than late summer. I'm not completely ready to let go of summer. The calendar says I still have a week or so left ;-).

The weather is probably the main reason I couldn't settle on an outfit to wear. I started looking at old posts for inspiration and came across this combination. It hits all of the right notes, crisp, high-contrast, casual and easy -- done! I love the fact that by consistently posting I have a catalog of outfits and the exact dates I wore them, so I know if they'll work with the temperature.

I'm wearing:

ON cardigan
ON cami
Eddie Bauer wide leg white jeans
Vera Wang metallic python ballet flats
Liz Claiborne leather hobo

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11 years ago

cheryle (Dianthus)

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Veteran

You wear the brights so well DV. I also can't believe how great you look so soon after having a baby.

Suz

Do I ever hear you on the weather! Threw me for a loop, too. I did the closet switchover but left a few summery items.

This is fresh, happy, and perfect for the occasion. I'll bet the mom-to-be finds you an inspiring role-model.

thimblelina

Yes, those colors are your friends! You look terrific.

Firecracker (Sharan)

This outfit is terrific! I like the belt and bag--the cognac shade looks so current. Those wide-legged white jeans are smashing on you! Looks like a fun style of jeans to wear.

Jaime

Perfection!

Reneeb

I think the touches of cognac warmes the outfit up for fall. Great look and your skin is so pretty.

Sal

Lovely and crisp. What a good idea to be able to look through old outfits for ideas when you are stuck. We all have those moments where we get stuck what to wear from time to time!

Alana in Canada

Gorgeous!
This means you are fitting into your pre-pregnancy wardrobe--already? Good for you!

Ornella

All the right notes for me too. Fabulous in its crispness and cheerfulness.

Quietgirl

Simply delightful!

Zibbets

Beatiful! It seems like you JUST had that baby and already you're looking sleek ad fabulous. Gorgeous brights and white. YLF!

Windchime

Behold, white denim makes yet another successful post-Labor Day appearance!

Yes, what's up with the cold front hovering over the upper midwest? I spent hours planning an early fall wardrobe and now have to keep grabbing things I'd intended for late fall because it's SO cold. (I'm writing snuggled under an afghan and a cat, with the space heater running.)

Angie

Fashion Stylist

It is AMAZING how incredibly pulled together and radiant you look after just giving birth to a baby. You wow me. xo

jackiec

I love the brights - but even more I love the brown accents paired with the brights. Well done - you look amazing

Robidi

Active Member

A beautiful color combo for you! You look wonderful

gardenchick

Lovely! Whole outfit looks great.

Day Vies

dianthus - In all honesty I was prepared during pregnancy to let go of everything good about my appearance given my "advanced maternal age (gaining weight, belly pooch etc.). I have been surprised beyond belief at how well my body has adjusted to and rebounded from pregnancy.

Suz - I have not done the adult thing and let go of the summer wardrobe yet. I have hope, but I think the linen and very light weight cotton items have to be put away

Alana - YES, I am able to fit into my pre-pregnancy wardrobe (SO HAPPY!) I can't say that I've worked out or done anything special to make sure of that especially since I've not passed up dessert since leaving the hospital. I did invest in one of those medical grade girdles but that was specifically for comfort not style.

Windchime - I love that you're snuggled under a cat and an afghan. Sounds cozy :-D. I can't believe how cold it is this early!

Angie - I am amazed that I can still enjoy the same clothes. It seems the mantra fed to women is that having a baby absolutely means no fun with style for you. I'm just glad that it's not true for me especially since I haven't exercised or changed my diet.

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