OK. So, there's nothing wrong with being a trendy dresser. They're called trends for a reason--what's in is in--which is fine. It's just expensive to keep up with. Since I quit working to stay home with my son, I have had to tweak my shopping habits a bit. I take a bit longer to decide on what I like and I ask myself if I'd feel as comfortable and stylish wearing this 5 years from now as I would right now. Hopefully I'll establish a wardrobe of pieces that say more, "HomeGirl Quel" than "Quel broke, but wearing what's in." I feel more comfortable now whenever I need to dress in more than my signature jeans, Puma track jackets and chucks. I wear way fewer trendy things than I use to. Notice I said "fewer" trendy things, because some fashion trends are just worth getting into.
My fave current fashion trend: Vests
My current object of desire: The Forest Floor Vest from Anthropologie, $88.
When I ran across this vest, I wanted it immediately. The shape, material and, shade of this vest just scream relaxed, comfortable, stylish and special; all words that I think (and hope that my peeps agree) also describe me. And just wait until you see the back of it! It's wearable year-round, especially in Austin, where it's rarely very cold. Of course I won't own this vest anytime soon, since I hardly ever pay full price for anything (why, when I can get it on sale later?), but it's definitely on my watch list.
What would I wear with such a special vest? I'm glad you asked.
On cooler days, I'd wear it with a long fitted tee and trendy yet SO worth getting into skinny jeans and great ankle boots all in neutrals like this:
When the weather is warmer (and my biceps/triceps game is tight), I'd throw the vest over a sweet, simple sleeveless dress and awesome flats and I'd pull it all together with a few cool accessories. Yes, I know gladiator sandals are trendy, but these ones are awesome looking so:
What fashion trend are you feeling right now?
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