No Jorts

                      Here's the outcome of my latest DIY project.

JORTS!

I  think the real (and maybe only) trick to making a great pair of jean shorts is to have a great pair of jeans! 

I poked around quite a few blogs for information and DIY tips on making jean shorts and thought I had gleaned all the pertinent information.

 Off I went to the thrift store and found a pair of dark wash jeans in a larger size so I didn't have the edge of the jean pinching into my thigh and also so they gave off a more relaxed look.

Pretty simple, huh?

Well, I think that my execution is just fine. I think I'm just not happy with the overall fit and that is only due to the jean choice.

So, a word of wisdom when making jorts; only use a pair of jeans that you look gorgeous in. And if you do, then you'll have yourself a great pair of jorts.

Jeans: Talbots-thrifted

Shirt: J.Crew-thrifted
Shoes: Converse-thrifted

Linked up today for Friday's Fancies at Long Distance Loving. This is my daily beachy chic!

Oops, I've done it again!

So, I swore I would not post another chambray shirt outfit on my blog....

But, I just can't stop wanting to wear this shirt...and, my husband came home and said "you look nice, I like your outfit!"

So, I did it again!

I think this just shows the versatility of this item of clothing and,

it gives me an excuse to show off these brand new leather gladiators I thrifted for $2 and my thrifted, colored jeans.

Shirt: J.Crew

Pants: Gap-thrifted

Shoes: thrifted

Necklace: LOFT

Fresh Fruit

 I love pulling this skirt out for summer, the colors are so fresh and fun.

I have yet to identify the fruit as they are depicted in this skirt. I think they are lemons, but then some are blue, blueberries? 

I went all matchy-matchy here.

A vintage yellow multi-strand, beaded necklace that was my grandmother's, (circa 1960s?)

a white lace detailed T-shirt, simple, gold leather flats and a cardigan.

Skirt: Lilly Pulitzer
Shirt: Old Navy
Cardigan: Target
Sandals: TJ Maxx


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Color Block

I love this J.Crew pencil skirt, it's cotton and has pockets. Enough said.

I love wearing it, the way it looks and how it feels.

 I put this outfit together and it just seems so simple.

Skirt, shoes, tank.

It's color blocked.

A snake skin printed peep toe, sling back.

A knotted tee

So perfect!

Skirt: J.Crew Factory

Shirt: Jones New York Signature- thrifted

Shoes: Bandolino- thrifted

Linked up at Long Distance Loving's Friday's Fancies for Color Block.

So Preppy

I put together this very preppy outfit to highlight this cool nautical shirt. It's probably not vintage but I'd say it's 20+years old.

But, the shirt aside, I really got thinking about my choice of footwear.

Boat shoes, Are they a fashion accessory? 

 Maybe?

Not?

This outfit seems to go so appropriately with a pair, so for this and on the boat, I'd say they are more then a fashion accessory, they are a necessity. so, after I tore apart my closet looking for the Sperry's my husband bought me way, way back, I saw these metallic ones, oh, yes, in metallic. I'd say they are more accessory than necessity!

Shirt: Evan Picone-thrifted

Shorts: J.Crew (old)

Boat Shoes: Target

Linked up today with Harper's Happenings for High on Thrifting Thursday (HOTT)

Floral and neon

So I caved in to the neon trend. No, it's not 1989, and this neon isn't day-glo bright and the floral skirt doesn't have a black background;

 it's the new neon and this I like!

Not just because some one told me it was in but, because the extra color of the belt keeps this outfit from fading away.

I am loving the link detail on these shoes I dug out of the back of my closet.

Makes this outfit just right for a garden party.

Skirt: thrifted
Shirt: freebie from VS Pink brand
Belt and shoes: Target

Braided and Hip?

I think what I like most about this outfit and post is the cool braid in my hair.

 I think it goes well with the casual patterned shorts and chambray ensemble.

And it makes me feel young and hip to show that I could even manage to braid behind my own head like that! Believe me, it was probably a fluke, but, it is nice to have a place to document a successful braid!

Tell me, are these shorts a camouflage print? I only ask because my husband said to me, "nice camo shorts"! and I was like "huh?, they're camouflage?"

Maybe I am young and hipper than I thought!

I just love this 'leg hug' picture, so sweet!

Shorts: Target

Shirt: thrifted

Necklace: Fashion Kraze (an out-of-business store in Hamilton)

Shoes: Payless

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How I styled: Converse

New white converse sneakers, iconic, classic and 

 so summery!

 I went with a simple styling to keep the look sporty but not too casual.

 High low skirt 

And a nautical tote to hold it all together.

Sneakers: Converse-thrifted
Skirt: L.L.Bean Signature
Shirt: Faded Glory
Tote: L.L.Bean

Thrifted Converse All*Star

I thrifted a brand new pair of white converse all stars ($8.00) and I played around with Polyvore to show you how I might wear them...stay tuned! Load me up with your ideas, if you'd like...this is my first pair of "adult" converse.

Dressed up Shorts

I deviated from my usual styling of shorts and went for a dressy version.

 I really like liked the way this outfit came together with the patterned shorts,

Silk blouse,

heels,

and an extra touch of color and pattern in the belt.

  

To me, an overall success in shorts dressing!

Shorts: Target

Shirt: J.Crew

Shoes: Target

Belt: J.Crew

Watch and bracelet: Thrifted

Check out these links today: Friday's Fancies and Two thirty five design Casual Friday's.