Silky Cargos...

So, not much actiity today. I would say waste of an outfit but at least I was with my mom and she saw it. Oh, and some random people at Dr's office and Vons.

I had this outfit idea on my list but was not sure how it would look good. I just like the idea of silk with cargo's. It is so opposite that it attracts. The color is dusty rose pink which goes really nice with the khaki color. Went with a funky chain belt in cream and green colors. It is super old. I purchased it full price from Bebe as part of a whole outfit! Ironically, the pants of that outfit used to not fit and my mom had them but she gave them back to me today. So, may be I will wear that whole outfit again! It is backin style...Picked up that green in the belt with my tribal (really, from Kenya's Masai people) necklace and bracelet and my cameo flats. This is a good example of again using old work clothes. Yes, I realize 100% silk is risky with kids and equates dry cleanning. But it is either that or the shirt just gets old hanging in the closet until I work again? I figure why not use it. On the same token I beleive in using the good china even for casual company... And amazingly to note my shirt stayed spotless today. Probably due to lack of activity.

Silk Shirt - VS Catalog - who knows how much it is soooo old

Cargo Pants - J Crew - $39 on sale

Chain Belt - Bebe - Can't remember as this is also very old but probably in the $30-$40 range

Cameo flats - Rocketdog - I knw I got these from TJ Max but not sure how much. probably $25 or so

Tribal Necklace and Bracelet - Kenya, Africa - can't remember...

Today's Activities: WARNING - it was a boring day... Took my daughter to Dr's appt, then had lunch at my Mom's house. Spent all afternoon waiting for the cable guy to come fix our cable which has been dead since last night due to an upgrade they did. They were supposed to come Noon to 4 PM and it is now 8:45 PM and they are still not here but after 5 phone calls promise to come at some point tonight. We were already sooo behind in our DVR'd shows who know when we'll catch up now. They better not come and say we lost all our recordings. I will not be happy. I was so mad at them for not letting me know if they were going to miss their time slot. I could have taken the kids to the park or the beach, it was a beautiful day. Thank goodness my mom came over and waited for them so at least I can do some grocery shopping.

Oh, I forgot I did shop today. And did not spend a penny. Where you might ask? My mom's closet! Brought home bunch of items that I need to try and figure out what kind of outfits I can come up with them but two pieces are totally worth mentionning about immediately...
One is a black lace cardigan compeletly lined with 100% cashmere cream cardigan. It is crop and very lady like. Vintage of course. I plan to use it to re-create a chanel look I saw in Elle magazine. I might try it out tomorrow night at the play. We'll see...
The second piece is another vintage item, my grandmother's actually. It is a mod white lace mini dress. It is pure lace (arms, neck etc...) super mini I might add. It looks amazing. I have to figure out what to wear under it as it is see through. This also will have to be worn one night this month. Isn't it funny sometimes you have an outfit in mind and come up with an event just so you can wear the outfit? Do you do this or is it just me? :)

TIP OF THE DAY:
I have talked about this before as my motto so wanted to include it as a tip...
Even if you are not crazy about totally dressing up during the day, you can always style up a super casual outfit with minor accessories. Scarfs are my favorite and simplest. Statement necklaces are easy as well. Even hats...
For example, imagine leggings, ugg boots and a baggy sweatshirt/sweater. Totally casual. Add a fedora hat and a simple winter scarf and vola you got style. Another example, my outfit couple weeks ago, jeans, street sneakers, a top. boring. but add a bright yellow scarf and you got a punch of color that is eye catching.  If you want to start dressing up more this is a great way to start. Baby steps and easy...