Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Accentuate the positive

So pretty much ever since I bought this dress I've been wanting to accessorize with some red - I thought red accents would be so much fun and based on feedback from some of you - many of you think red accents would be fun too.  I found some red shoes this weekend finally and the rest just fell into place.  Also decided to try using the dress as a skirt today for the fun of it too.


I think it turned out pretty well!  I am loving the versatility of this dress, I can't believe all the different ways I've found to wear it so far!  I even only went for some subtle red accents today (besides the purse I suppose) and I think I could step it up even more if I wanted to!


Speaking of accents, I've been humming a song in my head all morning - called "Accentuate the Positive" - an old time song that I sang in a church show back in the day, basically talking about finding the good in life as much as you can.  And I've been making that my motto so far this week - with all we're dealing with at home right now and what not, it's helpful to try and find some cheerful things.  Example - the wake is tonight for the P. Monkey's grandpa - but at least I have a cute outfit to wear.  Little things like that make a huge difference sometimes!


So yes, I bought shoes this weekend - I know, I said I was locking my wallet but I ran to Clothes Mentor with my mom on Sunday because I just needed a little shopping therapy.  I did good though - these shoes were only $7.00.  And I picked up the above necklace too because I knew in my head I wanted to put together this outfit this week.  My mom was nice and bought me a couple of things too - so all in all it was a nice trip there and I didn't spend too much money.


I have a post already scheduled for tomorrow, so you'll hardly notice I'm gone.  Then back to the grind as usual on Thursday.  Certainly breaks up the week a bit when you have a funeral smack dab in the middle of the week!  See - I find the positives even if it's a tad morbid!

Outfit rundown:
Dress as skirt - two birds vintage
Sweater - Charter Club via Macy's
Tights - Target
Shoes - MIA thrifted via Clothes Mentor
Necklace - thrifted via Clothes Mentor
Earrings - Target
Purse - Nine West (birthday gift from parents)

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  1. very versatile, it's a great idea to wear a dress like a skirt. The red bag is a great accent!

    mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  2. Love the red accents! Also, I've always been a sucker for houndstooth. When I was 9 I had these awesome houndstooth leggings and I used to wear them everywhere! They matched a hot pink sweatshirt with houndstooth trimming haha. Oh, the nineties!

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    1. Houndstooth is probably my favorite pattern after plaid! I just can't get enough of it!

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  3. it looks so great on you! i love it with the red. hopefully you can wear it to a happier place soon!

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  4. Love the outfit today! And thanks - I have that song running through my head now! Red accents are perfect with that dress (or skirt) today. I will be thinking of you and Pants Monkey tonight and tomorrow. Love ya hon!!

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  5. Hi Beth - Nothing wrong with trying to find a silver lining! Now I'm going to have that song stuck in my head too... I love this look. The pop of red is great. I have ONE red item of clothing in my closet and it's a tshirt, and I've never worn it. I don't know why... I'm going to have to pull it out and see what I can do!

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  6. I saw your name on my friend Chelsea's blog Zipped...she listed you as a MN fashion blogger...true??? If so, I am incredibly excited! How fun to meet another MN blogger...I'm definitely excited about your blog too, you've got fun style and lots of personality, I can tell. Following you!

    <3 Cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks! Yes I am a MN girl! I'll have to follow you too, I love meeting other MN bloggers! Thanks for the nice compliments! Checking out your blog now :)

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  7. Love the red shoes, bag, and necklace. I think I'm dealing with similar things in the aftermath of the memorial for Andrew. I think it just made me want to push to keep my days happy and fulfilling.

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  8. This is a great outfit - classic black and white houndstooth and red shoes/purse. Lovely!

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  9. My condolences to you, your husband and your family - but glad you're still dressing with pizzaz!

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  10. This could possibly be my favorite outfit of yours. Love the dress as a skirt. I'm crazy over that red purse. And I can't believe you got those oh tooooo cute shoes for only $7!

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  11. Love that dress! I can't wait to see how you style it once it gets a bit warmer :)

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  12. ok I am confused about following you. I followed you on one of your blogs. Can you clear this up for me? Did you make a newer blog? Anyway you should always wear short skirts, this looks great on you. dawn suitcase vignettes xo

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    1. I have another blog associated with this account that I have "closed" because it's old. I do have a "friends and family blog - http://bethandnate.blogspot.com that might be where you followed, but I can't see you either. I'm confused too!

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