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My March Styling Challenge - Week 2

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Wow, have I been taking daily pictures of my outfits for the past 14 days?!!

Here's week 2 of the monthlong styling challenge organized on Instagram by Abbey Cerek.

Day 8 - Maximalist

Oversized Men's Shirt Anna Allen Pomona Linen Pants Sherpa Vest by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

I’m not sure what maximalist means in terms of fashion. I went for oversized (thrifted men’s shirt, DIY wide-leg linen pants) and a few accessories (necklaces, earrings, rings).

Not my fave look if you ask me, I’ve been feeling super tired and only got to take pics after lunch.

Day 9 - Opacity play

Anna Tivel Band Tee 90s Flower Skirt Everlane Cotton Cardigan by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

There are no transparent or translucent items in my wardrobe, what does that say about me?

I chose the closest thing I have to a peek-a-boo skirt, a buttoned number I found a few years ago at the thrift store.

I paired it with a cozy cardigan and a band tee from my friend Anna Tivel.

Anna actually just released a new single and music video. Give it a listen 🔊

I can’t wait for the merch of the new album, out May 31st!!!

Day 10 - Pajama сhіс

COS Camel Coat Michael Kors Quilted Purse Sam Edelman Laguna Chelsea Boots by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

Let’s be honest. It’s Sunday, it’s gloomy, and I don’t want to dress up to go to the bakery. I just throw on a coat on top of my sweat set, grab my bag, slip on a pair of boots, and Bob’s your uncle!

I shared real pajama chic inspo in my Stories later that day, in case someone wanted to buy me a set of silk pajamas...

Day 11 - Utilitarian vibes

Utilitarian Kookai Jumpsuit Kiriko Bandana Portland Oregon by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

Considering today’s theme, I couldn’t not wear another jumpsuit, paired with hardworking Blundstones, and my favorite Kiriko neckerchief.

I’ve had this jumpsuit for close to… 20 years! I used to wear it to work, and ultimately decided it would be my tinkering uniform.

I wore it to update my studio Radius 🎨, to paint the Woodlawn Farmers Market mural 🖌️ , and to do a whole bunch of work in all the houses we’ve lived in since we moved to the States 🔨 .

I’m glad I chose to wear it today, because I noticed it needs a little mending 🧵 at the top of the zipper (I now remember that from was from our last move).

Day 12 - Ganni core

Ganni Style Vest Wrong Shoe Theory by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

  • Vest
  • Dress (DIY from thrifted sheets), similar
  • Jeans (vintage Levis)
  • Sneakers
  • Tote (DIY by my mom and her mom)

Today’s challenge required a lot of research on my part as I’m not one of the #gannigirls yet.

My takeaway? Layers, cuffs, accessories, and a mandatory vest.

(I’m also considering sewing the iconic tie-top for this summer.)
How did I do?

Day 13 - Tonal dressing

Blue Sweater Men's Striped Shirt Beanie by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

I love a monochromatic look. I used to tend towards earth tones, but for some reason, blue has taken over my closet, and I’m not mad about it.

Another thrifted striped men’s shirt and Pomona pants combo, with the addition of yet another cozy sweater and fluffy beanie, paired with my trusted wool clogs and socks!

Sorry, not sorry for today’s soundtrack 💙💙💙

Day 14 - Dress like an art teacher

70s Crochet Cardigan Sandgrens Clog Boots by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

Today’s look features a cardigan my mom made from a crochet blanket that she and her mom made back in the 70s 🥹

Art passed down from generations. That’s something to learn (or teach) about.

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My thoughts after Week 2

  • I have to admit I'm getting a little burnt out and wonder whether I'm gonna keep going.

  • But I do like to explore my closet and dress up in the morning!

  • We also have friends visiting for the next few days and I'm not sure I'll have the time to / feel comfortable shooting outfits in my living room / their bedroom.

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  • I'm gonna have a look at the rest of the calendar again and see what I can come up with. Pastel colors, rock stars, toddler, party, leopard... I'm not so sure about that!

  • I also don't really feel like a genuine community is being built around this challenge, but maybe it's just me...

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Here is the calendar for the rest of the month, wanna join in?

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Thank you Abbey for a fun March styling challenge. Follow #wawmarchchallenge for more winter wardrobe inspo!

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Happy Wednesday! What are you up to this weekend? I'm gonna celebrate Octave's birthday!

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My March Styling Challenge - Week 1

Woman Holding a Pile of Colorful Sweaters by Conscious by Chloé

One gloomy day in February, I suddenly decided to participate in a monthlong styling challenge organized by Abbey Cerek. I haven't posted style content in a while online and was going through a wardrobe crisis.

I've spent most of the winter bundled up, wearing my trusted wool underlayers with my coziest quilted pants.

I spend an inordinate amount of time looking at tyling videos on Instagram and saving looks on Pinterest, convincing myself my closet is lacking key pieces. But I know that's not true and that: 1. I have more clothes than I need, and 2. I probably have enough fabric in my stash to sew a whole new wardrobe.

So here I am, one week into this March challenge, taking daily pictures in front of my kitchen window.

Day 1 - Winterize a summer dress

Picnic Yellow Gingham Dress with Fluffy Sweater and Cowboy Hatby Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

Funnily enough, I had just put this dress in storage under my bed last week because my winter closet was packed and I needed to free a few hangers.

It snowed again here last night, so we’re definitely still in winter mode. And I’m sick as a dog... but this is a good challenge for someone who’s stuck inside and needs to take it slow ⛄️

The last pic is how this dress I made from a thrifted tablecloth looks like in all of its summer glory 🌻

I took inspiration from Allison and Kristen - who are pros at winterizing summer dresses- and tried to channel my inner Jen who’s so good at posing and knows how to wear a cowgirl hat.

Day 2 - Outfit based on a song

Red Sweater Rudy Jude inspired Utility Jeans Black Velvet Bow by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

I initially chose “Short Skirt, Long Jacket” by Cake as my song for today, but quickly realized that my attempt to hem a pleated skirt last week was not a success...

Then, scrolling on Spotify this morning, I stumbled upon this cozy song “Red Sweater” by Caroline Bowling.

This cozy sweater is one of two knits I purchased this winter and I love it! For a long time, I thought that red wasn’t my color (as I tend to blush a little too easily), but I’m glad I stopped listening to the voices in my head and tried a new hue. Also, I took page from stylists such as Allison and Casey and layered my sweater with a white tee.

These jeans are my attempt at making a pair of Rudy Jude-inspired utility jeans from 2 thrifted pairs of $5 jeans.

Day 3 - Winter white

White Winter Oufit Quilted Jacket Blundstone by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

I used to wear a lot of white in the winter. Someone even remarked on it when I moved to town a couple of winters ago.

I like wearing white in the winter time. I like to blend in with my environment.

And I don’t mind the stains, though I should be better at dealing with them...

Day 4 - Print Mixing

An Arin St8ment Blanket Coat Pattern Mixed Pattern Clash Gingham Pants Striped Tee by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

Going all in with this pair of Persephone pants I made from gingham I found at the thrift store, this old stripped tee, and this #st8mentcoat by @an_erin I made with my mom from a vintage blanket we found in our family house

Drawing inspiration from the best: [Nic & Liv](Nic & Liv), Izzy, and many more I shared in my Insta Stories!

Day 5 - Let someone pick ur fit

Everlane Utility Jumpsuit Pauline Alice Ayora Jacket by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

This was a hard one for me, as I do not want to be told what to wear!

Nonetheless, I played the game and asked Octave to choose my outfit this morning. He’s not a morning person, so I simply decided to wear everything he touched in my closet...

He chose the sneakers, I made him choose between two beanies. I added the turtleneck and the socks to winterize this outfit, and voilà!

How did he do?

Also, check out my stories to see what made me look through the window 🥰

Day 6 - Food / drink inspo

Arc Style Bob Woven Pant Linen Lime Yellow Sweater by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

Does this make me look like a mojito? I hope so!

Styling my latest pair of Bob Pants with a bright and cozy loooooong sleeve sweater for this food/drink inspired outfit.

Check this fun Pinterest board for more food-inspired fashion!

Day 7 - Recreate a Pinterest fit

We Are Knitters La Casita de Wendy Rice Jumper Horseshoe Jeans by Conscious by Chloé
Outfit Details:

Here’s my attempt to recreate a fit by my ultimate style inspiration Chloe Hayward with the Rice Jumper I knitted a few winters ago.

Check out this side-by-side, how did I do?

Red Sweater Rudy Jude inspired Utility Jeans Black Velvet Bow by Conscious by Chloé

My thoughts after Week 1

  • So far, I'm really liking this challenge! I wake up every morning, choose an outfit, steam it, put on a little make up, and stand awkwardky in front of my kitchen window. I like the ritual, the rush to complete all these tasks before starting my day.

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Woman Holding a Pile of Colorful Sweaters by Conscious by Chloé

  • I'm surprised at how colorful my closet actually is! Look at all these fluffy sweaters! I never saw myself as a color girly, but looking at these pics, there's no denying it. I invest in one or 2 sweaters every winter, and I'm really liking the effect it has on my mood and comfort!

Woman Holding a Pile of Colorful Sweaters by Conscious by Chloé

Here's the calendar for the rest of the month, wanna join in?

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Thank you Abbey for a fun March styling challenge. Follow #wawmarchchallenge for more winter wardrobe inspo!

This post is not sponsored, but it does contain affiliate links, meaning if you make a purchase via one of my links, I may make a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support!

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Backcountry Skiing Snowshoeing Splitboarding Snowboarding Foral Snowsuit for Conscious by Chloé

Happy Wednesday! What are you up to this weekend? I hope I'll be over my cold and able to go backcountry snowboarding!

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Happy Friday! What are you up to this weekend? I'm gonna sing with and in front of people!

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