Modish Matrons: Layering

 

For our March theme, Tina offers LAYERING and leads the way! We never discuss with one another what we're going to wear for our link-up party (we often don't even know ourselves until the last minute, ha-ha!), but not for the first time serendipity strikes Modish Matrons - and we pick a somewhat common color scheme. If you wish to join our party, you're very welcome - just find a link-up button at the very end of my post. We encourage your interpretation of our themes, if they sound inspiring to you and move your imagination. Please visit my beautiful co-hostesses TINA and BEATE to see their gorgeous interpretations!

This time it all began with a new skirt for me. I was looking for ways to style it with different tops from my closet, and of course since the temperatures outside are still quite cool, it is only natural to add layers! Both times, I topped my floral skirt with a (different) vest and the same coat with bold stripes, as they go well with the oversized floral pattern. And since we have plenty of rain, I used an umbrella, and even though it isn't a clothing item, it really becomes a part of an outfit, adding to both pattern mix and layering goals. 

And now about nuances of each outfit. In my first outfit, I played with layers and stripes (note the way clear heels become a part of the game!), as well as floral patterns of different scale. My vest has a removable faux fur collar, and it gives my coat an unexpected benefit.

In my second outfit, I based my choices on a desire to stay comfy as I knew I would be walking a lot. Because my flat boots come only in brown, I decided to add a rust turtleneck, referring to some flowers and leaves on my skirt.

And because that day the weather was especially damp, I wore a scarf which played well with the colors and scale of the outfit, and also added visual depth to my layers. I think I'll repeat this coat+scarf combination again and again. 

Outfit #1

Skirt - Eloquii

Coat - Simply Be (last year)

Umbrella - via Nordstrom Rack

Purse - Michael Kors

Blouse - vintage

Boots - Ashley Stewart

Vest with faux fur collar - Torrid Insider (last year)

Outfit #2

Skirt - Eloquii

Coat - Simply Be (last year)

Umbrella - via Nordstrom Rack

Purse - Michael Kors

Turtleneck - Chico's (old)

Vest - Lane Bryant (old)

Necklace/earrings set - gift from Elle

Scarf - Lane Bryant

Boots - Ecco via Nordstrom Rack

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