Let’s Style This Mannequin and More About Me
Happy Tuesday ladies. Today I have a mixed bag for you. A mannequin and a bit more info about me. I’d like to start doing some question-and-answer posts. Are you curious about something you’d like to see covered? Curious about me? If you have questions just hit reply to this email and ask away.
Today I’m answering questions about me.
Did I work as a stylist in a store or individually?
Yes and yes. I managed several intimate, high-end boutiques for many years. I did the merchandise buying along with the owner and helped ladies find the right garments for their bodies. It was extremely rewarding and I loved helping them. They began to ask me to come into their homes and help them organize their wardrobes and help them decide what should stay or go.
I realized this would be a fulfilling career change so began my studies. I trained with several image masters, tested, and received my certification from the Association of Image Consultants, better known as AICI.
“AICI is the leading and largest professional association of personal and corporate image consultants worldwide. Our members counsel both, individual and corporate clients on appearance, behavior, communication, and soft skills.”
I ran my own Image Consulting business for several years, helping women clean out their wardrobes and discover the gaps they need to fill with garments and accessories that will help them look and feel their best. We would shop together to find what they needed.
When the economy hit a nosedive I decided to retire and start a blog so I could share online, what I had been sharing with paying clients.
Now enough about me, let’s have a look at a mannequin I came across and see how you would style what she is modeling.
The blouse is semi-sheer chiffon with a ruffled neck and cuffs. You can click through the links above to learn more about the items.
Would these pieces work for you? Would you wear either one and how would you style them to work for your shape, coloring, and lifestyle.
Let’s have an exchange of styling ideas and inspire each other.
Thanks for being here and making this community such a warm, sharing place for women to discuss fashion.
Have a great one ladies and remember to wear what makes you feel confident.
Would wear it with nice pair of slacks and different color blouse, maybe dark purple
I think this outfit is “ok.” I would wear the top tucked in. I wear a lot of black, both tops and bottoms. I’d probably not choose to buy this particular top, but if I had it, I’d wear it. The jeans are fine… any style jeans are fine these days it seems. It is more about how they fit your own body.
No on the blouse for me. I don’t wear black and the high neck and sheer sleeves would annoy me.. I like design interest but sheer sleeves seem pointless to me.
They don’t flatter my arms or serve any practical purpose.
I love love bootcut pants. Am cheering the return of flattering pants for those of us with less than boyishly trim legs. Sighing with relief! And the clean classic navy of the jeans looks good to me. It gives a smooth appearance.
Mixing a dressy top with jeans worked when I was younger but somehow it feels contrived to me now. I am more inclined to keep a look consistent. Maybe I’ve gotten lazy or just boring! It’s just too much effort to get that creative with my clothing these days.
Thank you for sharing your talent with us! Dressing my 65 year old body can be challenging!
Regarding the question of wearing the outfit on display: yes to the bootcut jeans and no to the top. I am short waisted with an apple shape, so bootcuts and wide pants balance me out. I am trying to reduce the amount of black I wear around my face, as it’s too harsh for my fair complexion and silver hair. I would prefer a top with a V neck as it’s more flattering for me.
I inherited something similar from my very stylish mother and wore it until it fell apart. Love the look. Retro and classic.
Wow. This display is a flashback for me. You could have found it in my closet during my university days and I’ll let you guess when that was. I’d love to try it on but I’m not sure I’d be able to pull it off these days.
Hi Jennifer, love knowing your background. What a fun profession! Anytime you help someone look good and see their confidence grow, you are blessed.
I like this look but cannot wear neckline like this. Turtlenecks, high necks, etc give me an instant headache. My mom told me when I was born that the umbilical cord was wrapped around my neck, so I always joke that is probably why I can’t wear high neck tops.
Thanks for this blog – I turned my cousin on to it as well. Good to see fashion sense for women over 50.
One of my favorite go-to looks is jeans with a black top and this particular ensemble is gorgeous! It’s a classic.
I don’t have any tops that are similar to this style, but I’d definitely try this one.
I do wear boot-cut jeans and like the look of this pair.
It was so interesting to hear about your earlier career, Jennifer. I’m so glad you created your blog to share your knowledge with us!
This is a great canvas. For a more casual look, I might pair with a animal print cardigan or print kimono jacket. For a dressier look, a tweed jacket or blazer would be great. I could also see a statement necklace from French Kande for simple, understated look with just the blouse and jeans paired with some snakeskin pumps. For footwear, I think either ankle boots with heels or sandals with block heels would also look good with this outfit.
I like the color combo but not a fan of this style blouse. Too frilly and puffy for me and I’m short so the neckline doesn’t work. I’m very fair so I might try a different color. I like the jeans and find that cut to be very flattering. Thank you for time investment and hard work. I always learn something.
I love this elegant look but probably would not be brave enough to wear it!
I love black and denim together! The blouse might be a bit fussy for me, but i would wear it. Since the blouse has a lot of detail, it doesn’t need a necklace. Really nice earrings in white gold, and animal print or black strappy heels, would look nice. I enjoyed learning about your background!
I enjoyed learning about your background. I would wear this outfit although I don’t wear black often by my face. I’d add an interesting necklace/bracelet and earrings. Bootcut jeans are my favorite style. I may wear my animal print slides with this, boots, or a nice sandal if it ever warms up.
I would go restrained boho on this. Maybe a duster vest in something lightweight from Johnny Was. If it’s a print, I would go more neutral on the jewelry, maybe a wood bead necklace and bracelet. If the vest is a solid neutral, I would go all out with layered colored necklaces and bracelets. In either case, the earrings would stay simple, small gold hoops, maybe. British tan or brown flat sandals (maybe from Born) and a fabric or crocheted shoulder bag in something natural or off white (think TheSac.) Then if I’m going out in the sun, a nice wide-brimmed straw hat with no embellishment. (You know, since I have had the second shot, maybe I will go out somewhere again!)
I like black tops with denim and usually accent with jewelry, a belt, scarf…something that adds shine, pattern and/or color. For this top and jeans, that would be the shoes (maybe an animal print?), earrings, and/or half tuck the blouse and add the belt.
As is and for casual wear, might add a sleeveless denim vest with it which hits at the waistline and tuck the blouse in; add a quality belt with an ornate silver buckle to the jeans and a pair of slip on/textured/low wedge loafers and a small cross-body bag. To elevate the look; I would nix the boot cut jeans altogether and choose a much slimmer cut and wear an open toe/higher wedge shoe but again tuck the blouse in, sweep at least one side of my hair behind my ear to show off my favourite drop/dangler earrings and last but not least add a handled handbag to complete the look. Enjoyed finding more about you and thank you so much for sharing!
-Brenda-
Oops; re the elevated look would be without the vest and no need for a belt as the blouse would be tucked but cuffed over the waistband. -Brenda-
I can picture your ideas beautifully!! Thanks Brenda.
The blouse is really pretty but not my style. I wear boot cut jeans occasionally. Thank you for sharing your history with fashion. If I were to give it a try I would definitely wear silver jewellery.
Absolutely love the black blouse. I had a double mastectomy without reconstruction 12 years ago (age 42 then) and never wear prosthetics. This blouse is perfect! The high neck brings the focus upwards. The gentle drape masks a bit of the flatness. The sheer sleeves add a touch of sexy and coverage of a lymph sleeve.
Thank you for sharing your story. Years back I started the consultant journey, with the purpose of helping breast cancer survivors. I was amazed at the science behind styling. I learned enough to volunteer with survivors. AICI stylists have earned their wings, now it’s clear why your blog is so enjoyable and professional!
I love that you studied styling so you could help breast cancer survivors!! Thank you.
So interesting to hear about your career Jennifer how amazing! Following your blog this past year has really boosted my confidence as a 57 grey haired woman and l love to hear how someone got to where they are now:) For a topic l would live to hear about ways to keep your hair healthy. I have been losing mine and l notice thinning and that’s because l don’t have enough vitamin D so l am just wondering if you could talk about what we can do as we get older to help keep our locks on tip top shape. Cheers !
with the COVID I have added D3, Vit c and zinc. I have lots of new hair and my hair is not falling out any more. I don’t know which vitamin did it but I am glad.
I will write an update and share what I am doing. I do take 5,000 units of vitamin D everyday.
I like a black top with jeans but would not choose this particular pairing. High necklines are uncomfortable and I prefer to see some skin below my face, at least to the collarbone. Also, I don’t wear polyester tops (they make me too hot) or chiffon unless it is silk (a tactile preference). Bootcut jeans are good but the fading in this pair puts an unwanted emphasis on the thighs. I’d choose a solid color straight leg jean with ballet flats. However, I would appreciate this outfit on someone else.
Thanks for explaining your thoughts, Terry.
I love this look. Although I don’t own any blouses with a high neck, I think it’s a look I should try. I do wear bootcut jeans and have always felt they help balance out my shape. I would wear this look with black booties and long boho style necklaces and some bangles.
I have a similar blouse in black and have worn it with skinny jeans and black booties. I usually wear a black leather and silver bracelet and silver chandelier ear rings (old) with it. Love the look. Thank you for sharing. Isn’t it amazing all the paths we wander down doing what we love?! Best to you and your week
I am really enjoying your blog Jennifer. Some of your suggestions would be great for me and others not so much but it’s interesting to see your suggestions which help me to think “out of the box”. Many thanks.
This outfit is so me. I could step into my closet now and find numerous items to add to it such as a either a green tweed, a coral tweed or blue tweed Channel type jacket. Or I could add long cardigans in cream or coral. I have a beautiful black alpaca wrap. I could look to booties, heels or flats. I could dress up as is with a lovely necklace, or Southwest jewelry. I love it!
I love how you think outside the box styling this look. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the background info. It’s always interesting to hear where people are coming from.
I like the idea of the outfit. Black isn’t my color and the chiffon/ ruffled neck are too frilly for my personality, so this blouse goes in the great-on-someone-else box. To get a similar look I’d pull out my soft green velvet popover shirt and add an interesting necklace or bold earrings (not both!). Booties with a small heel. Great look for fundraiser dinners, if we ever get back to those!
Those are fun ideas
I normally wear a black top with blue Jeans and black tassel flats because I love the look together. Not sure about that blouse for because I have short neck but definitely like color combo.
I wish you were still doing wardrobe consults because sine turning 70 I have no idea what to do, I have lost a lot of confidence. Thank you for your ideas.
I hope my posts can help you get back you confidence. Is there something specific you’d like me to write about?
I love seeing everyone’s ideas of what they would do. It definitely sparks my thoughts, but would it ever be possible for you to give us your ideas for how you would style it? Maybe the following day after everyone has posted their ideas. Thank you for all the hard work you do for us. I know everyone appreciates it and loves to have a safe place to learn.
That’s a great idea Linda.
It is lovely to learn more about you, Jennifer.
I love everything about this outfit. I love taking a pair of jeans and elevating them by adding something dressy on top. I’ve even worn jeans with a sequin top and it works! I like this blouse very much. With the frilly neckline and cuffs, I think it adds an element of elegance and really doesn’t need anything else to “clutter” the look. I always wear earrings and I’d wear silver hoops with this outfit. Heels in black or ankle boots in black would look good. You could do a half tuck with the blouse and wear a black belt with the the jeans for another look.
I like both these pieces, although would probably not personally wear the blouse because of my broad shoulders. I would half tuck this blouse and add a dressy belt, swingy earrings and perhaps some snakeskin boots. I’d add a fun wrap, a clutch purse and I’d be good to go for a fun night out.
This would be a go to look for me! I have a long neck, smaller on top than on the bottom and have narrow shoulders. It would work for a casual dinner out in our cooler months. I would wear with statement earrings. Since I don’t wear heels anymore, I would probably wear booties with 2” heels. The bootcut jeans need a little more height.
Fabulous look! I would buy it and wear with hoop earrings and bracelets, booties or wedge heels.
Thanks for sharing your personal history…You have great taste!
I love your blog and all the great fashion ideas for real, older women like myself. Although I’m not a fan of this particular blouse, I am now considering trying a blouse with sheer arms with jeans. It’s a style I’m thinking of trying to help cover my arms. Thanks for your expertise.
This outfit is not my idea of something I would wear; blouse is too dressy to be worn with mid-wash jeans and would be totally out of place in warm/hot SoTx! Black would wash me out and the high collar would choke me; boot cut jeans need higher heels for me and I can’t go there anymore. So; guess the outfit is a NO for me.
Question: Since I seem to recall you mentioned previously that you sewed; what type of clothing did you sew and when did you start? Enjoyed learning about your previous career…thanks.
I learned to sew in my early teens and by college I was sewing all my clothes. As a young mother I sewed my children’s clothes as well. I later began making our drapes, pillows and learned to upholster chairs. I literally sewed everything I could.
I really like this look, combining dressy and casual. Shoes and jewelry would help define the final look. Not sure about the high neck on me but would try it onto see. I do wear a lace blouse with jeans for that casual/dressy look, no high necks. I like to “dress up”, after working for 50 years I have too many things in my closet not to wear them, even on days I don’t leave the house. I get asked quite often why are you so dressed up…I’m not really, this is my style. Always have a little bit of makeup and jewelry on, makes me feel good.
I like the outfit very much, however the top would not look great on me personally. I agree with many other comments, that a pair of gold earrings, a nice bag and you are done. I really like a ‘fancy’ top with jeans, it’s dressy but modern. For my personal taste I would look for a cream or pale blue top with a boat neckline as I cannot have anything around my neck. The boot but jeans look good and I would wear a pair of heels with them. My personal preference is a straight leg Jean, but I think either would work. I retired last year and because of the pandemic have very little reason to get dressed up. I find my wardrobe needs are changing, I love reading your suggestions and I really like your dressing room dairies. I have a similar figure to you except with narrow shoulders, so a lot of your tips are very helpful. I live in a small town in Canada so I now must rely on online shopping, I miss living in a larger centre, but rewards of grandkids nearby makes up for that loss!
Living in a warm climate this look wouldn’t work for me. The high neck and jeans seem too heavy for my eye. As much as I like jeans I have worn them so infrequently since moving here. They are not acceptable wear in our clubhouse restaurant and not worn by women of my age dining out at night in town.
I really like this outfit, I would probably just add gold earrings and a bracelet. For footwear, either a pair of booties, or wedges, solid black – or even leopard print.
You have had an interesting career. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise.
I would be interested in trying it, but I’m pretty sure the blouse would not work. I’m too busty for this style, and the neck would probably just call attention to my crepe-y neck. I’m not a fan of boot cut jeans, but since they seem to be more and more popular, I think it’s time to try a pair and see.
When I first saw the outfit it was a big no for me…thought the blouse looked a bit matronly but then after reading comments I reaccessed. Yes I would wear this with large stud earrings or hoops and caramel or cognac booties…would also front tuck the top. Thanks ladies for broadening my thinking😊
That’s why I love doing these posts! We can all get new ideas.
So interesting to hear about your career! I’d love to know if there is a style, type of garment, or trend that you used to totally dislike, but now love or at least have come around to. Speaking of trends and looking at the mannequin, I find it difficult to accept combining something so dressy with jeans. If it were up to me, I’d replace the blouse with one of the zebra-striped tees that’s hanging on the rack behind her.
Well, it is difficult for me to get my head around this outfit. I live in Florida where it is so hot most of the time that I have not worn a “regular” pair of jeans in five years! Having said that, judging it as an outfit for 80% of the rest of the U.S., I would say just add nice gold earrings and high heels and a great bag and you are done! A nice tailored black jacket would complete the outfit! I do think the blouse would look better with skinny jeans.
I am in total agreement with everything you said, even tho I do wear jeans here in hot Florida. I find that I love much of the styling on this blog but would have few opportunities to actually wear them. Perhaps we could get a few more casual styling tips??
I love this simple outfit I might be worried about the higher neckline as they don’t always work for me. I would dress it up with some fancy gold earrings and bracelet. Maybe wedge boots. Your job sounds like it would be so fun and interesting. Do you miss it?
I don’t miss it. It was rewarding to help an woman discover what makes her feel fabulous but digging around in someone else’s closet isn’t very glamorous.
I like the outfit. I love the mix of dressy top and jeans. I’d wear narrow jeans, vs bootcut, and I’d add a long silver necklace, but smaller earrings. I wouldn’t want too much action at the neck – the ruffle is enough. I’d wear ballet flats or strappy sandals with it.
I work from home, so I like to look polished for zoom calls. But no one sees below the waist, so jeans are my go-to. Still, I think the mix of casual and dressy is very interesting. I’d totally wear it.
I really like the look I’d just do booties a big pair of earrings and maybe a bracelet or two. I never stopped wearing bootcut jeans seeing as i am pear shaped. Skinny jeans would never work with my figure. Thanks for all you do you do a great job.
There is a disconnect for me between the dressy-looking top and the casual pants. On the website the blouse is shown with darker wash jeans, a combination I thought more attractive. Thank you for sharing your work experience with us, Jennifer. What an interesting and rewarding life you have had. I am grateful you have turned to blogging to share your wisdom and experience with a wider range of people. I look forward to reading your articles every morning.
I’m glad you’re here with us Marcia.
I love the soft feminine with the bootcut jeans! Sheer arms are nice for me, as my skin has started to (ahem) sag in the upper arm region, so it is nice to still show a little skin in that regard. The high neck throws me off a bit. As one of your responders said earlier, she saw something similar with a V neck – now that would suit my taste much better. I really like how the waistline of the blouse is not fitted but gently lays where it does. Lovely!
Thanks for your bio information, it is helpful to know more about different bloggers experience and education. I looked online to check the “stats “, fabric content, rise length, and see the details. I like bootcut jeans, but these are too low rise for me, I need 12”. And back pocket design, I avoid because I’m a pear shape. The top is polyester fabric, which I never wear, it’s neither warm in winter or cool in summer for my body’s comfort. The high neck and design I like, I bought one similar in silk from Vince about 5 years ago in mink brown , my “summer” color, as a summer, I have very little black/ dark navy in my wardrobe, I prefer greys and mink browns. As a triangle/ pear I’m opposite of your inverted triangle, but I have similar “ coloring” to you and enjoy seeing light blue or pastels posted, for that, I thank you.
Very pretty yet simple outfit. Love the mix of casual and pretty. I’m a boot cut and boot fan and petite too. I’d wear this with nice hair, bolder earrings and either a bold bracelet or long necklace.
Wow, I never would have paired chiffon with denim. Those two fabric weights seem incompatible to me. Jennifer, I would be interested in your thoughts on this.
I would pair the blouse with a skirt or fluid trousers. It’s very feminine.
And, as such a blank canvas, I would add a long silver necklace as a contrast to the black. Something delicate, not chunky.
Love the outfit. Add earrings, an envelope style bag, and some stylish booties or pointy high heels.
High necklines make me look shorter and heavier, I prefer more open necklines like a boatneck or vee. A great fitting pair of jeans, bootleg or straight, is a great investment. I have yet to find them 😩
I would style this with a pointy toe black bootie with a heel. I would add some dainty .dangle ,sparkle earrings and you are good to go!
I would wear this look. Some diamond hoops and a small bracelet to jazz it up. At Nordstrom’s when I looked at this blouse they had another blouse which was same material with sheer sleeves and a v neck that was pink with small flowers I would like better for Spring. Love that bootcut jeans are back!
I like the outfit but wonder about the neckline of the blouse. Would it accentuate an aging neck? I don’t know but would have to try it on.
The blouse very pretty, but I’m not sure about the high neckline on me. Although it would hide my neck wrinkles! I really like the sheer arms. Casual but sophisticated. As far as boot cut jeans, that’s a no for me. I feel that my legs are too short. I much prefer a slimmer cut. Thanks Jennifer for giving us background on your careers. I very much like your fashion sense.
I love those sleeves, so pretty and feminine, and the sheerness hides the fact that my arms aren’t what they once were. I also like that the blouse is navy rather than black, and I’d wear it as shown with long boot cut jeans, probably a dark wash, booties, and a long necklace. The blouse would be pretty with a skirt too.
I also like the look of the outfit. However, even though I can wear black, navy seems to drain me. I find that fabrics and certain styles just don’t feel comfortable to me any more. Also maybe the year in lockdown has me balking at anything remotely uncomfortable.
It’s a happy thing when one’s career brings joy to you and your clients! I’d love to shop with you, Jennifer!
The out fit still jangles me as the mix of sheer with jeans. Shows me what new things I need to incorporate maybe?
No one has mentioned a third piece. I wonder if a long lacy over piece…ruana, vest, shawl, scarf…..would add to the look. I think earrings need to be a standout!
Is there a way to repurpose some old dressier tops with jeans??
I like the outfit!!
I knew you had to have experience but I think you’re a natural!!
I do like the outfit, not sure if it would look good on me. Very interested in hearing about all the things you’ve worked at to get where you are today. We are definitely in good hands with you and your know how. Thanks for bringing so much to women who are searching for ways to look good at any age.
I love to help women so find this very fulfilling. I’m so glad you’re here with us.
I like this simple but elegant top with the jeans. Pointed toe boots or chunky sandals and big silver earrings are all it needs. I don’t like necklaces over high necked tops, but a tight bracelet peeking out from the cuffs could work.
Cute ideas!!
I would wear this in a heartbeat! ❤️ Although the blouse has a high net neckline (I prefer lowerscoop or vee neck) it’s a yes! Like others I love the contrast of jeans and a dressy top! Never thought I would, but I do
Rather like thus and see myself wearing it. I would need to deepen my makeup palette, however and find some pretty and large earrings too !
Your job sounds like an amazing experience. Although hard work, it is great to do something you love and have a gift for. Thanks for sharing and creating a wonderful blog.
I like this outfit. Very classy. Still on the fence about the bell bottoms. But willing to give them a try (again).
This blouse would look great with a Jacket or sweater. Maybe a print or texture knit.
I think it would be a useful addition to my closet.
I have a question. I often wish I could redo how friends dress when the colors/styles they wear don’t flatter them and when they could look so much better. But is there any way to graciously lead people into more flattering appearances when not asked for an opinion? I assume color is more important to me than to some others and I know I should not try to foist my views on them but it is amazing how unsuitable colors grate…. if you were an image consultant, perhaps you encountered this and have some suggestions.
That’s a tough one. I find people do not appreciate unsolicited suggestions so it is safer to keep them to yourself.
Thanks for sharing your journey with us today. It must be a shock to the system to go from being with people every day advising them and then being alone with your research. Oh how I wish I could whisk you away to our area for some one on one with a few friends and myself. It is the shopping conundrum that usually gets me. As for this beautiful blouse, I really like how the jeans make it more casual. Depending on the opening, not sure if I could get it on over a shoulder that refuses to cooperate. I would add a chunky/jewelled necklace that sits just below the collar bone and some short boots. This is so me.
I like the look a lot just the way it is but it’s just not for me. The jeans are great but i don’t feel comfortable in sheer arms anymore at my age and the high neck would bother me. Id be tugging at it. Sheer and high neck just rule it out for me.
I do like the contrast of a dressier blouse paired with casual jeans but…. this may not be the blouse for me. I really like it in the navy color but the sheerness of the overall blouse is just not my favorite look. I also don’t want a top that is so short that if I were to raise my arms or bend over a bit, I may expose more than I am comfortable with. The neckline gets several negative reviews on the web site. I guess, ultimately, the negatives outweigh the positives for this top for me.
Yes to the jeans although I am not in the market for more jeans in March. I am looking at more warm weather pieces to add to my closet. We are edging closer to 50 degrees this week! Yahoo!
Thank you for sharing your bio, agree it makes me feel in good hands. I love this look and welcome longer boot cut and straight legged pants to balance my tall frame and heavier bottom. I feel more elegant in pants that are well fitted vs snug or loose. I love boots with boot cut pants vs dressy heals, though I’m loving boots more and more.
I really like the top, but not on me as the neckline is too high and I am trying to move away from wearing black so close to my face as it is draining. I concur with one of the other comments about boot cut jeans. I rarely wear jeans, as I don’t care for them, but when I did buy a pair last year (first pair in 30 yrs), the bootcut and boyfriend jeans reminded too much of what I wore during the 1970s and ended getting some very slim leg jeans.
Love the look. Would wear the outfit as is with the addition of some silver hoop earrings or perhaps a long silver necklace and baby or black shirt boots with a block heel. Thanks git sharing your background.
Love the blog! The high neck top would probably not work with my double chin. It also looks to be too short in length. I am having a hard time getting on board with the return to the bootcut Jeans, while they are flattering, I feel I just got on board with skinny.
The blouse is dark navy so cognac colored belt and ankle boots – huge diamond studs in ears – that’s all
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Sounds awesome!!
Love the look! Could not wear the neckline.
Thanks for introducing your career history. We’re in good hands on this blog.
I’m glad you’re here with us
I agree with Shelly; it’s a classy, casual look and would be interested in learning your take on deemphasizing a large bust on short-waisted women.
Thanks for your efforts. Love the blog!
Cute outfit. All it needs is a long silver necklace with colorful beads and black suede pointy shoes.
I clicked on the link. The blouse is navy!!! That’s a win win for me with those jeans!
I like the entire look for going out to dinner or an evening event that’s not too formal. Black near my face makes me look sallow, so I would either switch the colors (deep blue blouse and black bootcut jeans) or just change the color of the blouse. Some kind of jewelry could be added too; maybe a long necklace or just some interesting bracelets. I would also be able to wear both items separately, with the blouse (in another color) working under suits for work, and the jeans working for the many days I currently work at home, as well as on the weekends.