Reinvent your closet; How to wear something old, this season

So I have been reinventing my clothes, always finding new ways to wear things you already own. This upcoming season you will see lots of sleeveless vests. I have had this little number for years, here on the tropical island you can wear it as a top. Instead of wearing it open, layered on top, you close it, worn on a midi skirt.

And what about a bustier you have had laying in the closet since last summer. Layer is with a simple white tee or if you dare even with a graphic tee, wear it with boyfriend jeans and sneakers for a laid back look or with a midi skirt and strap heels for more dressier look.

How would you wear old staple pieces this season?

Skirt; Custom-made, similar nice ones "here", "here" or "here", Vest; Old, similar "here", "here" or this "here", Sunglasses 1; unknown, similar "here" or "here"

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Ruffled

I'm loving the ruffles, it's so fun and festive for the summer!

Happy Monday!! 

Wearing; Skirt; BCBG, Top; Zara (on sale now), Necklace; Banana Republic (mom's), Sandals; Dolce&Gabbana

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Intimates

Intimates are great summer staples; sheer, soft fabrics and pastel colored pieces with lacy details, like this top. Paired with soft, printed pants (that could pass for pj's). 

An outfit like this is perfect for a breezy summer day. 

Top; Pins&Needles (available at Urban Outfitters, Pants and cardigan; Forever21 (both old), Espadrilles; Marc Jacobs, Bag; Rebecca Minkoff, Arrow Bangle; H&M

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Lace and Gingham

Happy Tuesday!

Hope you hd a good easter weekend. For easter brunch I paired gingham and lace, a good romance between spring and easter, if only it where true on the spring part...

However, slowly but surely temperatures are rising, the sun is out more often and the little spring flowers start to bloom!

Skirt; H&M ("similar here"), Button down; J. Crew (old), Sunglasses; Anthropology, Earrings; Altered (by me) Asos, Lipstick; MAC - Saint Germain, Bag; Dolce & Gabbana (old)

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Mixing patterns & Pastels

 When I travel I usually end up taking too little clothes, but it makes it more fun and creative. When packing just make sure everything sort of fits together (same tone of color, and a little variety with textures). 

That is how this outfit came to exist in London. 

Me; "Day 3. hmmm what have I not worn yet....*rumble, rumble in the suitcase* Tada! Outfit"

And there is no doubt that I absolutely love clashing prints.

Sweater; H&M, Coat Zara (old), Stripe top & Necklace; Forever21, Leggings; BCBG, Earrings; House of Harlow

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Winer Blues

I have a love hate relationship with winter. Being able to take a walk in the snowy white park makes me love it! but then once that snow becomes icy and slippery and a gush of cold wind, you know... it's not so pleasant. However this day I was enjoying it and like in my previous post, adding some pops of pastel in to my wardrobe. 

Oh and btw, Happy Valentines Day

Shirt; J. Crew, Faux Leather leggings; Primark, Vest; Mango, Coat; Zara, Beanie; Monki, Necklace; Forever21, Purse; Rebecca Minkoff

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Chunky Knit & Soft Pastels

 Even though it is still *Peeping* cold out, it feels like spring's getting closer. The stores are full of the new season's fashion and the days are actually getting longer. With a little more sunshine peeking through the still snow covered branches, I feel like I want to dress for spring already. I incorporated bits of pastel colors with my layered, chunky cold weather clothes. Slowly but surely we are getting there...

Chunky Knit; Benetton, Kaleidoscope Pants; H&M (on sale now!), Necklace; Forever21, Heels; River Island, Socks; Monki

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Outfit Post; Neons and Pastels

I'm all about mixing contrasts and I've recently been slowly incorporating pastels into my closet. So it only took time (and the change of weather) for these two trends to collide. I'm so very happy the weather gods have given us some sunny days again (but then now it's cold again, ooh Holland why this weather)

Blazer; BCBG, Wedges; Bertie, Skinny Belt; J.Crew, Top; Unknown brand (bought in Curaçao), Sunnies; Thrifted, Clutch & Bracelets; DIY

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DIY; Festival Pouch

Happy Friday! here's a DIY for the weekend, it's as easy as 1,2,3 (almost). This one could make it to a crafts for dummies book! This little pouch is perfect to take to summer festivals or picnics or wherever! 

 

1.Grab a circular object and outline it on the faux leather (the bigger the circle, the bigger the pouch)

 2. Follow the instructions of your eyelet kit and punch them in (make sure for an even number)

4. Fold circle in half and attach chain to eyelet on both sides

5. Pull the rope or ribbon through 

6. Attach bolts or beads to the end of the rope/ribbon

Et Voila! Your own DIY Pouch, ready to wear! 

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