ruffles and pleats (again)

  The best way to figure out how to wear something out of my comfort zone? Wear it with everything, and through trial and error find a combination that feels comfortable and looks good. On Tuesday I paired my pleated midi skirt with a ruffled and patterned top. It's hot enough here to break out the shorts, but this is a more fashionable alternative to the tee-and-shorts look I've succumbed to in the past. 

Spying on the neighbors? :)

Lush pleated midi skirt, Nordstrom Rack clearance

blue Bandini, Ross

top, Forever 21

belt, Ross

Indigo by Clarks "Plover" sandal

     The verdict? I still think I like this skirt best when paired with a graphic tee. However, it was kind of fun to see how it looks paired up with a girly top. Next up: breaking away from the navy blue and pairing this skirt up with other colors ...

PINspiration: toughen up

   I was so excited to buy this skirt a while back, but I am still mystified as how to wear it. I think this is my favorite outfit yet, though. The tee and the belt toughen things up a little.

  Yoshitomo Nara tee (Y2K, old)

    Lush pleated midi skirt (Nordstrom Rack)

    brown belt (Ross?)

     I had this pin in mind:

 

                                                                                   Source: thesfstyle.com via Carrie on Pinterest

 
     I wore this to run a few errands and I added wedge heels for some much-needed height:

  Indigo by Clarks "Plover" sandal (Clarks Outlet, $29.99)

    And now I can enjoy that absurd feeling of accomplishment that comes from using or doing something I actually pinned. :)
   Happy Friday!