The truth about kilts

I bought this from a thrift store a while back and it was horribly unflattering... so I worked some seamstress magic andddd...... #fab.

I bought it actually thinking it was a kilt, like a legit kilt. Since I'm Scottish, I thought "oh how cultural of me!". Yeah.... nope. This is a faux kilt! My best friend's dad broke the news to me. He's a bagpiper and wears kilts like every weekend... aka he knows his kilts. I did some more research and found out the truth:

1. Kilts are made out of a wool tartan plaid. (which my skirt is!)

2. Typically worn by men in Scotland. (yeah.. not a man or in Scotland or using bagpipes)

3. Hems hits just above knee. (I did hem mine from there because boy was that unflattering...)

4. Apron fridge. (clearly I got that!)

5. Knife pleats. (here's the real zinger... not a single pleat on my 'kilt'. The pleats are supposed to be in the back, allowing for easy movement and flow.)

6. Buckles. (yeah I got three buttons and not a single buckle... whoops.)

7. Eva is not wearing a kilt... just a wool skirt with fun fringe and a few buttons. (whoop whooop whooop)

Skirt: similar

Blouse: similar

Jacket: similar

Bag: similar

Tights: similar
Booties: similar

(Here's a thank you card I got from helping out at an admissions event the other day... It really made me smile. Even though it was probably written as a joke since I use the word fabulous at least 30 times a day... I laughed and smiled when I saw it!)

Linking Up Today with:
The Pleated Poppy // Because Shanna Said So // Pump & Pushups  // Tucker Up // Book of Leisure // Cappuccino and Fashion  //  For the Love of Leopard

New type of blanket scarf?

So I have tried arm knitting. It is amazing. I'll be posting about that process pretty soon!

Anyways, the scarf is totally warm and comfy and fabulous and gigantic and..... like a blanket. Therefore, I think its only proper to also call it a blanket infinity scarf.

Oversized accessories are always fun and especially when it is what adds the bit of color to the outfit. I made the scarf with blue reluctantly, (basically the craft store only have blue and gray..) but I am pleased with the turn-out, especially with this outfit.

The jacket was a thrift store find and I love the 3/4 length sleeves! So chic with a long sleeve underneath. My sweater was my sisters but she never wore it soooo, MINE NOW! I accentuated my waist with this yellow skinny belt and my black pencil skirt. Loving this outfit for the winter, and as long as there is no snow on the ground.... I'll be stomping around campus in my little black booties.

These earrings are from my friend Ashley's sister. She is a jewelry designer for Square Peg Meg! Everyone check her out.... she is super talented and I am in LOVE with the earrings.

Sweater: Thrift (similar, similar)
Skirt: Target (similar, similar)
Tights: H&M (similar, similar)
Belt: H&M (similar, similar)
Jacket: Thrift (similar, similar)
Boots: Just Fab (similar, similar)
Scarf: Eva Original (similar, similar)
Earrings: Square Peg Meg (similar, similar)

Shades of Blue

Don't you just love a good graphic print skirt? And finding it brand new, in your size, and at a thrift store... #swoon.

I went to a super huge thrift store by Marymount last weekend with a couple friends and totally made it out with 8 articles of clothing for $40! Among my finds, was this FAB skirt.

I figured I'd throw it on with my lovely Ann Taylor blouse, black tights, and Just Fab boots.... and off I went to a day of work and classes.

Blouse: Ann Taylor Sold Out (similar, similar)
Skirt: Thrift (similar, similar)
Tights: Old Navy (similar, similar)
Boots: Just Fab (similar, similar)
Earrings: Old (similar, similar)

Linking Up today with:

The Pleated Poppy // Because Shanna Said So

Shopping My Closet // My Girlish Whims

First week of classes... DONE

Well, first week of classes is done. I have a feeling this will be my hardest semester yet >.<

I stupidly waited to do some of my harder Gen. Ed. classes until the sort of last minute... and am definitely going to feel the stress. However, even though they seem like a lot of work (and lets face it, BORING) I think I'll be able to manage with some extra focus.

Other than my classes, its definitely good to see all my friends who I've missed this summer. I love being able to walk across campus and wave to new and old friends (something I definitely missed while working on campus this summer). Seeing all the freshman from Orientation getting comfortable with college life is wonderful, and even though I was a Parent & Family Orientation Leader some of the students remember me!! Definitely makes being an OL worthwhile.

Now to this outfit!! One of my bosses texted me late Sunday night basically saying there was a 70% Ann Taylor sale and it ends at midnight and then she proceeded to text me screenshots of how they were basically giving clothes away. I could not resist!!

I perused the website and literally just kept adding more and more cute finds to my cart. Before I knew it I had well over $150 in my cart.... then I thought, 'What the heck Clare!!?? I thought it was supposed to be a huge sale!!'. But then I saw the promo code I had yet to add to my cart... which dropped the price to under $50!! I got a lot of very nice quality garments, one of which is this fabulous skirt!

I love gems, I love linen, I love skirts.... its basically perfect.

Blouse: Old (similar, similar)
Skirt: Ann Taylor (similar, similar)
Shoes: Payless (similar, similar)
Bag: H&M (similar, similar)
Necklaces: Old (similar, similar)
Sunglasses: Marc Jacobs (similar, similar)

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Happy Fashion Item Friday to you //  SewSarahR

Passion for Fashion 

Sabby Style