WIW First Week of June - why so much black?

I intended to try a red week, but didn't make it past day 1. Black edged it's way in and I only shook it off on Friday.
1. Kenneth Cole Black slouchy pants (finally picked up from cleaners), LL Bean Signature carnival stripe top, Red no name belt, Olivia Moon ponte jacket, Kenneth Cole red peep toes, Black glass or stone necklace
2. Volunteered for Field Day at DS' school (luckily a gorgeous cooler day) 7FAMK jeans, Esprit studded belt, LL Bean active top (gear is appropriate for Field Day), SImple sneakers
3. After a visit to Consignment Store to cash in my credits (got 4 tops and a dress for $13 after all coupons and credits - my own personal clothing swap) Sigrid Olsen tunic top tucked into Halogen Whitney crops, Gold Gap belt, White jacket Talbot's (thought it was lighter than adding tan or more black), Kelsi Dagger wedges, Black Pearl jewelry
4. Talbot's Dress (consignment marked down to $15), Black Belt Ralph Lauren, Lauren denim tipped blazer (also consignment on another trip), Miz Mooz shoes
5. Olivia Moon ponte jacket (found on discount at Rack and could not resist triplicating since I already have the camel and cobalt), Banana Republic striped top (from DC meetup), Kut trouser jeans (cannot say enough about how I love these and if you have a long inseam they are FAB), Clark's sandals
Link to jeans
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/ku.....ltback=100

Thanks for suggestions, comments and critiques. (apologies for bad photos and posing - but you get the general idea) Didn't push any envelopes this week, but felt pretty put together. Suggestions for next week? I love the focus of a theme or challenge.

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13 years ago

rae

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Veteran

Nothing wrong with black - I still find it summery when it is doing high contrast against white as in 2, 3, and 4. 2 is also sporty, which feels like s/s to me, since that is the time to go outside and play! I must say #5 is my favorite of the bunch - wow, what a fab color on you!

Suz

Well, despite the thread of black, there's huge variety in the looks, and they do feel summery. Love casual #2 and wow, the colour in #5! You have an amazing wardrobe and it sounds as if you are having lots of fun with consignment exchanges and such!

Jonesy

You look wonderful each day! I agree with Rae about the black--I wear it all the time in the summer. I agree that the new jacket is a standout--the color is really gorgeous on you!

Makrame

Great week! #5 is amazing! That green color is wonderful on you! I also really like #4, and those are great consignment scores!

christieanne

I wear black year round as well so no concerns from me. Besides, it's not head to toe black in any of your outfits. If I banished my black, I'd not get dressed most of the time I am afraid.

I love the new green jacket - worth a triplicate for such a great color. And your slouchy trousers and the piped edge white jacket - you have a great eye for detail!

Anonymous

You know I'm drooling over #4! That jacket is incredible, and looks so great with the dress. You really know how to hunt out quality items at great prices. I'd like to graduate to your level someday! Love the shoes with this too. All fab outfits though, I just love the Chanel and pearls vibe so much.

Kirti

I think that the outfits look fresh despite the use of black

Transcona Shannon

Black works in every season - it all depends on the fabrication. Love your jacket in #4 - love the contrast trim and how it works with the dress. And #5 is just GORGEOUS on you Jeanne - fab outfit!

Kiwichik

Lovely week of WIWs. The black looks fine & you've mixed it with lots of other lovely colours. realky like 1 3 & 4.

Jaime

You look good every day black or no black. I love your slouchy pants and green jacket!

citygirldc

Black is my friend and looks good on you too. You have a great variety of outfits and black is all seasonal in my eyes. I like every single outfit you have on and may have to borrow some of these looks.

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