Hi there! It's time for another round of Fashion Mixology (view round 1 here). The concept is simply this... We take 8 pieces of clothing and make 8 different looks with those pieces. Shoes and accessories don't count as pieces, only dresses, pants and tops! The goal of this feature is to inspire confidence and ideas to stretch your wardrobe farther.
This round, we worked with American Apparel! We chose a white lace dress, peachy chiffon button-up, a skirt and chiffon tank from AA along with four pieces from our own closet. Here are eight outfits from eight pieces of clothing... enjoy!
Layering is a great way to strech a wardrobe. In this look we layered a lace dress under a pleated vintage skirt!
Long necklaces are one of Emma's favorite accessories! In this look she used them to add detail to her pretty look.
Did you know you can wear a midi or maxi length skirt as a dress? Just add a belt. This works great with skirts that have stretchy waist bands!
If you've wondered how to wear chiffon, we love layering it over dresses, tank tops and bralettes. The layered look that Emma is wearing here is super cute with high waisted pants!
Throwing a schoolboy blazer on over a cute belted dress is the perfect way to create a put together look with minimal pieces!
Tie an oversized top over a dress to create a fitted waist! I love this look... so effortless!
Don't be afraid to untuck your blouse with a layered outfit. Messy details can make a look that much more interesting!
Add a big belt to your layered look and no one will suspect you're wearing a dress under your skirt!
Hope you're feeling inspired to mix up your wardrobe! XO, Elsie
Additional Credits: Shoes in Look 1-3/Jeffrey Campbell (yellow shoes c/o ModCloth), Stripe Scarf, Black Hat c/o American Apparel, Necklace in Look 2/Sadie Designs (coming soon to RV!),Women's Tie in Look 5/Forage, Pants/F21, Shoes in Look 4,5,7/Jessica Simpson Collection, Shoes and Hat in Look 8/Vintage, Schoolboy Blazer/J.Crew, Dress in Look 5-8 c/o Lace Affair.
This is a really good idea, it's great to encourage people to be more experimental. I've been trying to do this a lot more recently - namely because I just moved to France with only one suitcase ! Necessity is the mother of invention after all :)
Posted by: Charlie (forages and finds) | September 28, 2011 at 02:51 PM
5 & 6 are my favorites! & wearing a skirt as a dress is ingenious!! I love this series... so many ideas!
Posted by: Allie O'Bannon | September 28, 2011 at 02:53 PM
No. 8 is very sweet.
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Posted by: sécia | September 28, 2011 at 03:00 PM
Love these looks! The way you repurpose dresses and skirts to give them double the life!
Posted by: Miranda | September 28, 2011 at 03:04 PM
I can't decide whether outfit 2, 7, or 8 is my favorite! I'm really liking this feature--it's nice to be reminded that I really might have something to wear right in my closet!
Posted by: Lauren | September 28, 2011 at 03:13 PM
Ohhh, I am loving number 5! This is the greatest feature, I love getting ideas for how to extend my closet.
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Posted by: LauraJane | September 28, 2011 at 03:25 PM
VERY cute - all of them! LOVE that blue skirt!!
xo,
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Posted by: Annie | September 28, 2011 at 03:40 PM
love this - how fun and cute
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Posted by: grace | September 28, 2011 at 03:41 PM
marvelous post! superb blog restyle. been reading you since the old blog days.just when i think you can't possibly get any better, you surpass yourself. omplete astonish & amazement!
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Posted by: teddi | September 28, 2011 at 03:52 PM
these are all so useful and inspirational, i have lots of ideas for outfits now!
thank you :)
faye xo
Posted by: Faye H | September 28, 2011 at 04:35 PM
love all of them!
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Posted by: Petite and Hungry | September 28, 2011 at 04:52 PM
I've really enjoyed wearing longer skirts as tops lately & keep meaning to try out the knotted oversized top, thanks for sharing all the diff looks! Definitely inspiring to create up several new looks without rushing out to buy more.
Posted by: dusanabotswana | September 28, 2011 at 05:02 PM
All so beautiful outfits...
Nice clothes:)
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Posted by: ANGELA | September 28, 2011 at 05:12 PM
ohh fitted dress UNDER a skirt...i really like that idea!
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Posted by: jen f. | September 28, 2011 at 05:32 PM
SO cute. I love mixing up my wardrobe. It's so much fun. I love those pants. Are they new? The texture is beautiful. xo, rv
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Posted by: Rae Veda | September 28, 2011 at 05:40 PM
I love how you mixed everything. That pleated blue skirt is so pretty and would be a great Fall staple. You have an amazing blog too
Posted by: Jaclyn | September 28, 2011 at 06:22 PM
Again some great ideas I hadn't thought of on how to stretch my wardrobe. Thanks for keeping these tips & ideas coming, because my wardrobe could really use the help.
Posted by: Kelly | September 28, 2011 at 06:43 PM
Wow-such a great post!
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Posted by: Shelby Anne | September 28, 2011 at 07:08 PM
Oh, goodness -- Emma is WAY too adorable! I love these looks and I'm feeling so inspired! :)
Posted by: noell | September 28, 2011 at 07:43 PM
I think that all of the outfits are great but 5 and 6 are my favies! This is an awesome feature and I always look forward to seeing more.
Posted by: Amanda Garner | September 28, 2011 at 07:59 PM