By Sheila Arkee
For me, a busy blogging mom with a decided artsy side, my daily fashion has to be functional and yet entirely indicative of my creativity. When I’m editing my closet and figuring out what should be tossed and what should be purchased, my main goal is to find pieces that work with each other. One thing I’ve learned through the years is that you really do not need a ton of clothes, just the right items that work with each other and can be combined to form an endless possibility of options.
With spring right around the corner, I’m currently coming up with some fun yet functional wardrobe choices. Much like cooking, or putting together the perfect makeup look, an outfit is made up of several ingredients. My choices for the perfect spring outfit include the following:
- A tunic that goes right above my knees – zebra printed and sequined, please!
- A trusted pair of jeans
- Basic black leggings
- A ruffled cover-up
- A fun pair of fuchsia heels
With these basics, I can make 3 fun and functional outfits that work for many occasions.
1. The tunic and heels by themselves are perfect for a nighttime outing.
2. For something I would wear for professional purposes, but to show my artsy side, the tunic, plus the cover-up and leggings.
3. And for a more causal, weekend outfit, the tunic with a pair of jeans is a winning match.
My clothes have to survive the beating of running around after a 5 year old Boy (with a capital B), so it’s really important that I am able to keep them looking good for a long time, with no fuss. If I can throw my clothes in the washer and know they’ll come out looking great, all the better!
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tweeted https://twitter.com/pittsy82/status/313717704592859136
My black Michael Kors blazer. I wear it with jeans, dresses and shorts year round.
https://twitter.com/aes529/status/313748778521882624
A cardigan and skinny jeans are my big versatile pieces.
I love my black boots ! I can sport them with tights or jeans even a dress.
My leggings can go with just about anything. Dressy or casual.
For me, it’s my skinny jeans and my funny t-shirts!
tweet: https://twitter.com/pauline15/status/313891072310923264
Cowboy boots! thank you!
I love my open toes heels with jeans and a shirt, looks casual yet put together.
A pair of black leggings, black shoes and long sweaters
I have a black shirt that can provide 3-in-1 style. I can dress it up and wear it to work, I can dress it down and wear it out and I can dress it up and wear it out for a night on the town. I love this black shirt!
https://twitter.com/fdp4life/status/314015213789794304
I have a light jacket that works well with jeans, skinnies, and dresses or skirts.
https://twitter.com/dresdenrain/status/314016036749967360
I love my little, crushed velvet, Asian slippers! They are comfy and can go from hippie art fair to gallery opening to dinner at Chipotle! LOL
I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/314021564884586496
A pair of black pants. I can dress them up or down and wear them anywhere.
Tweet: https://twitter.com/njhhb/status/314025243310161921
My skinny black jeans, can be dressed up with a blazer, dressed down with a tank top, or work ready with a cute sweater.
My black tank top is versatile because I can wear it alone, pair it under a shirt with jeans for a casual outfit, or pair it under a blazer with a skirt or slacks for a dressy look.
I have a pair of black capri pants that I use for dressy wear & also can use it casually.
jofo120 at yahoo dotcom
My Express jeans are perfect to wear with a jacket, a t-shirt or sweater for any occasion
rounder9834 @yahoo.com
https://twitter.com/thomasmurphy40/status/314156349737029632
for me it is comfy tshirts
winz135 at gmail.com
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https://twitter.com/itsjustme62613/status/314163210683052032
winz135 at gmail.com
A fitted black blazer. It can be worn dressy & casual, works with jeans and skirts.
I’ve got a nice black dress that I can dress up or down depending on the situation. I don’t know what I’d do without it!
Michelle Tucker
michelletucker at baconnation dot net
https://twitter.com/michedt/status/314200900023496705
Michelle Tucker
michelletucker at baconnation dot net
my tan shawl! Thanks for a super giveaway!
I have a lacy strapless dress that I also have worn as a top over leggings and a skirt.
Tweeted:
https://twitter.com/anashct3/status/314223758250491905
Thanks for the chance to win!
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I have a pair of soft, black slacks that are as comfy as sweats but look great dressed up or down.
Thanks for the contest.
https://twitter.com/slehan/status/314519717484306432
Every girls standard little black dress. Just change it up with other accessories and there ya go..