How To Pick Out An Outfit
I occasionally have readers ask me how I pick out an outfit. I could tell you that I pick out the outfit the night before, try on all the pieces, and lay out the accessories, but I would be lying. Lol
Time management is not my strong suit. I usually leave work between 5 and 6. If we are not busy I leave at 5, and if I have a lot of work, then I stay till 6. Fixing supper is the first thing I need to start as soon as I get home. After supper is fixed, and we have eaten and picked up the kitchen, it is usually around 8. Then it is time to start the blog post, and that can take me from 1 to 2 hours. But, you guys are worth it. Lol!
So I pick out my outfits in the morning. I go into my closet, and stand and stare in hopes that something jumps out at me. I always start with a top. This morning I picked out this olive green top that I bought at Marshall’s while out Christmas shopping. I bought it to wear with a pair of camo pants that I bought. But when I wore the pants here, I decided on a different top. 
After the top was chosen, I then decided on a pair of pants. I chose a light beige pair of corduroy pants that I bought at Maurice’s a couple years ago. Here is a pair that I really like from Amazon. Both the top and the pants are neutral colors. These boots are a couple of years old, but they are probably still my favorite pair I own. They are a quality pair of boots, and I bought mine at T. J. Maxx. The inside of these boots are completely fur-lined, even on the bottom. Mine says, Made in Italy, but here is a pair that is similar. 
This top doesn’t show that it is a high-low style. That type style makes it hard to wear with a jacket or blazer. The tail hangs down in the back and looks strange. Instead, I chose to wear this long maroon duster with cutouts. The duster is from Cato’s but it is no longer on the website. Here is a similar one, just in a different color. If I had left the outfit with just these pieces, it would have been fine but boring. Next comes the spice, aka accessories.
This is a handmade crochet scarf that I purchased at the craft fair I organized in November. I bought one in this color, and one that is dark brown, for 15.00 each. I really like that this scarf is so different, you won’t see another one as you walk down the street. I like items that are different and have character. Just like me! Hahaha
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Tania,
Oh my goodness, this outfit is absolutely beautiful and you look stunning! I live in Louisiana, so the colors you’ve chosen remind me of the fanfare associated with Mardi Gras celebrations. I’d love to know the person who made that scarf. Thanks for blogging. “Laissez les bon temps rouler!” (Let the good times roll!)
I have always thought I would enjoy Mardi Gras. I have never been to Louisiana, but maybe one day:)
I LOVE that bag! Just wish it was still available:( It goes with any outfit!
Here you go Jill. You just have to know where to look. Hahaha http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brand-NEW-Stella-Dot-The-Switch-SNAKESKIN-Tote-Bag-138-SOLD-OUT-/381530010110?hash=item58d4f5f1fe:g:f7wAAOSwGotWpmGU
LOVE LOVE LOVE your outfit! But you always look fantastic! I have crocheted a scarf similar to yours, mine isn’t as bulky…thinking I need to crochet another one 🙂 I love the color combinations you put together! So happy I found your blog
When you get through with that scarf, I’ll send you my address. Hahaha
Hi Tania, have been reading for awhile now but first time commenting. Love your blog, you have the type of style I prefer, and I love seeing how you put together your outfits, especially your accessories, that is a challenge for me! Thanks for all your hard work!
It is sometimes a challenge for me too, Colette. Lol! I am glad you decided to leave a comment. I love reading them.
Love your color mix today! Funny how we can buy things for a particular outfit, but end up liking it better a whole different way. Love unique accessories! – Getting used to your new format. I enjoy the ease of going back to older posts (but I liked the little creatures. ???? lol). I appreciate the time & effort you put into your fashion blog✨???? Thanks ????
That’s funny, Betty. Some loved the little monsters and some hated them.
Tania, I look forward to your blog every day! You are awesome! I am inspired by you!
Thanks Kim! That is terribly sweet of you.
You always find the most darling things at the craft fairs you go to! I find Pinterest to be an awesome tool in expanding my idea’s on what to put together- I have a folder exclusively of outfits that I recognize that I already have the individual pieces (or close to it) but put together in a different way than I normally wear them!
Also- here is another blogger I follow that I thought you may like: http://styleatacertainage.tumblr.com/
Jules, I recently discovered her! She is great! Always very put together☺️
Cute outfit! Love the scarf…it’s nice to wear something no one else has in her closet. You are unique…why shouldn’t your clothes be unique as well! The new format is great and I definitely appreciate the time you put into your blog.
I’ll take being unique!
I love the outfit! The scarf makes your pretty eyes pop!
I’m excited everyday to see what you are wearing!
Thanks Tina, I never noticed my eyes. It’s funny the things we look at when the photo is of yourself.
Love love love the outfit and your new format!!! I My comments always showed as a ugly brown monster!! haha, these kaleidoscope images are nicer:)
Thanks gurls, for the comments about the new format. I think it looks much nicer, too.