31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 28}

Red, gray and black; all we need now is a hat of some sort. Color and pattern, the perfect pair.

Do you have three colors that you always seem to combine?

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 27}

Basic black and red, but basic can be classy.

What's your go-to classy outfit?


Day 28

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 26}

Oh the simpleness of a beautiful fall, day. This is comfort at it's finest, give me a t-shirt, skirt and scarf then I am set!

What's your favorite comfort set?


Day 27

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 25}

Denim with a touch of polka dot. What's not to love? :)


What do you pair polka dots with?


Day 26

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 24}

Nothing goes better with skinny, red jeans than a lacey shirt and Toms! This is such a comfortable outfit to wear (how many times have I said "comfortable" in this series? it's a theme).

Do you love lace in your wardrobe?


Day 25

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 23}

The flowing blouse with the a-line skirt just work so well in this combination. Of course I have to add yellow tights for a zing of color!

Do you like a-line skirts?

Day 24

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 22}

My striped cardigan belted over the denim dress with black pumps. This can be for a casual day at home or for meeting up for coffee.

What's your favorite coffee date outfit?

Day 23

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31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 21}

It's the clash of the colors! (I seem to love doing this) The wrap shirt adds classiness to the modern red jeans.

What do you like to pair with modern red, jeans?


Day 22

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 20}

If Peter Pan believes in fairies, then I can believe in scarves. This is my all-time favorite one and I wear it so often it's ridiculous. People love it too because they'll forget they've told me they love it and tell me again. This is fall, mixed patterns full of leaf hues.

What are your favorite fall colors?


Day 21

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 19}

My maxi dress all by itself. The long skirt with sleeveless bodice, is great for the fluctuating weather of our finicky fall.

Do you have a  piece that is great in multiple temperatures?

Day 20

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 18}

A little more business casual with a button-down shirt, scarf and colorful flats. This one give the air of ready to work, yet not too stuffy.

What's your favorite colored flats?

Day 19

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 17}

My favorite denim dress with a simple black tee belted over the top and Toms. Can't get more comfy than that!

Do you wear t-shirts over dresses?

Day 18

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 16}

I'm a little behind because of a death in the family, but I had these ready and I want to post them in order. This is my maxi dress with gray cardigan and boots; the bliss of Autumn. I love the swish of the long skirt and the skimming fabric.

Ah fall, I love you so!

Is there something that screams fall for you?


Day 17

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 15}

It's been raining the last few days, which calls for a raincoat. This is mine, a plaid one.  I wish I'd shot a photo of it in full buttoned up, because it's fun and adds a little flair to today's outfit. I may trade my boots out for goulashes, but we'll see how deep the puddles get first. 

My son has a football game tonight so I may be wet and freezing; but what's a football game if you're not a little miserable, right?

Do you have special outerwear you prefer in the rain?

Day 16

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 14}

Denim dress + floral wrap blouse. This wrap blouse gives the outfit a dressier edge but it's all comfort underneath. I love wearing tights, have I mentioned that? ;) They're like leggings to me, warm and cozy. They tie-in to give the appearance of longer legs, which I can always use a little more of! Not to mention covering my lack of a tan.

I hope you're ready for the week on this Monday morning. Anything interesting planned?


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31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 13}

The polka-dot blouse makes this combination a little dressier, but the skirt keeps it in the casual category. I'm really fond of elastic waist blouses; they are flattering for my body shape and comfortable. This is something I would wear to a meeting or grabbing coffee with a friend. This outfit gives me a get-something-accomplished kind of feeling.


Do you have a get-things-accomplished outfit?


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31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 12}

Romantic and fun oozes from this outfit. I love the combination of lace and denim. This outfit takes me from Micheal's searching for the right art supplies to the library to pick up my newest stash of awaiting books. 

Do you have outfits that just make you feel romantic?

31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 11}

My youngest daughter picked out this shirt for me when we were shopping one afternoon. I wasn't going to get it but she insisted and I'm so glad she did. I have loved this shirt to death! It's a button-down, but not stuffy. It's roomy, but not sloppy. It's just a great shirt to wear dressed up or down. And I love how it goes with multiple colors. I'm pairing it today with my red jeans just because I want a big ole splash of color. And I'm wearing my (painted) gray Toms to make it casual.

Some days just beg for ease and today is one of those, it's Friday after all. I always look forward to the beginning of the weekend, even if we have no plans. I actually prefer no plans. Since it seems fall is here to stay, I'm contemplating baking a few goodies just to celebrate and perhaps pair them with a pumpkin spice latte. I might go out on the porch tomorrow for a late morning brunch with the birds; they love to nest in our bushes.

What do you have planned for the weekend?

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31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 10}

Pattern Palooza, I know; but you'll have to trust me that this looks more cohesive in person. :) I'm not usually a multiple patterns sort of person, but I like this combination. And comfy? Ahhh, yes. My favorite kind of outfit.

You know, so far all the outfits have been combined with only 18 items. It's making me wonder if I could manage with less than 33. I've attempted 10 for a few weeks before, but I wonder if over the long-haul I could stick with it. The thing is, I want to simplify not just to challenge to myself but because I know in the long-run it would help save money and it would benefit the planet. If everyone buys less clothing and wears used clothing, it would cut down on so much waste. But we're a consumeristic society, so I don't expect that to happen overnight; I just want to do my part. I actually find I'm more creative when I have limits so this is a fun challenge for me.

Do you mix patterns?

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31 Days of Simple Outfits {Day 9}

Oh you sweet little lacy shirt, you! I always feel super romantic in this outfit, it reminds me of Italy for some reason. The colors are earthy and I love that. It says more with pattern than with color. I feel relaxed wearing this and yet whimsical. Relaxed and whimsical...some advertising person should add those words to their marketing strategies. ;)

I'm working on the house today, specifically my son's bedroom. We have some new furniture coming, thanks to my sister's move, and I need to make sure we have the space for it. His room's been needing a re-do for awhile but it's been on my back-burner; time for it to take the lead in my priorities.

Do you have clothes that remind you of other countries?

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