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on the commute

Sometimes it’s not about going anywhere after work, it’s about getting to work. Here’s what I wore on my commute.

And here’s what I wore at work.

Start with some good basics. Then I added boots (they are always warmer), a sweater, coat and scarf. I also had gloves and hat in case it got really cold. And if I whether I was inside or outside, I liked my look. And that’s pretty cool.  

And, now, for day two of March Madness. Click through to see what won from yesterday and vote in round two where the winners go up against each other!

march madness

Welcome to Rae’s Days’ March Madness! For the next two weeks, we’ll take a look at Rae’s Days and vote on your favorites. See real-live looks and Etsy accessories, choose your favorite, and see how it stacks up against the competition. 

This week, it’s some day and night looks. Check back tomorrow for the winners, and round two. See any favorites? Time to choose!

Which look with my fave striped shirt do you like best, with polka dots or chambray? 

And how about colored tights? I wore the black and gray to the office party, and explored with winter whites in the all-white look. Which one do you like best? 

We’ll also take a look at style on the feet. Which do you like better, the sweater and skirt with the leopard booties, or the pants and silly sweatshirt? 

I told you when I got this green skirt on sale. So which is your favorite, with a light, patterned top or some muted color blocking? 

one shirt, five ways

You thought we were done with this shirt, didn’t you? For the record, if chambray isn’t your thing, try any of these with your favorite button up and see what happens. Here’s all the ways I’ve worn it, with one new one look.

            

This is what it’s all about guys. Try new things! Have fun! You’ve got lots of ways to play with what’s already in your closet. Over the next year, I hope I have 50 looks with this shirt. (I’ll keep you posted, duh)

ANNOUNCEMENT: Next week I’m starting my own March Madness right here on Rae’s Days. So check back and vote on some looks and Etsy products! 

sundress

Well you guys know I’m not shopping these days. So I’ve got to make due with what I have. Which is how this sundress:

Turned into this outfit I wore to work:

Sometimes you gotta make due and wear a dress as a shirt, you know? 

shopping

So I’m putting a pause on shopping. Officially. Except (full disclosure) I bought the above blazer last week, and it hasn’t arrived yet. So though my shopping has stopped today, I will be getting something new in the mail. From Asos.

I’m doing it because I have this awesome friend that’s going through a self-imposed shopping moratorium, and I asked if I could join. You know, support each other in not spending, and all that. And I thought it was a pretty great idea to decrease spending for a set amount of time. So, I will be officially not buying new clothes, or new toys, or new accessories until April 1. But, this doesn’t mean I don’t want to help you shop. If you saw my favorite shirts yesterday, and want to try a few of your own, here’s what I recommend for finding some chambray. 

  • Old Navy has a utility pocket chambray for $26.94 and a pullover on sale for $19
  • Madewell has a shrunken chambray boyshirt for $78
  • I got mine for a gift, but I believe it came from Land’s End, which has a long-sleeved shirt for $35

For stripes: well, everywhere lately. For example:

  • This striped tee from TopShop for $64
  • Or this super cute boatneck top from Loft for $30

Hope this helps! And if you find some great deals, let me know, so I can take them up come April. 

two favorites

I am shocked it took me this long to think of combining two of my favorite shirts. 

A duh, stripes over chambray. To take this look into spring time, how about adding a bright color or pattern?

 

Wanna check out other ways I’ve worn stripes and chambray? Try here, and here, and here.

cash money

I’ve talked a little bit about my New Year’s resolution to save money. I’ve also talked a little bit about things I want to buy. Like everything on my shopping list. And these things:

So my question for you guys is this: When you are balancing trying to save and the urge to spend, what do you do? 

I love shopping. I like looking at pretty things and I can window shop for hours. I also like that I earned money on my own to buy something I want without going into debt—I think that can be a pretty empowering act. I like trying new styles and being excited about what I’m wearing and putting a little pep in my step. 

But I also like vacations, and I like knowing I’ll be able to buy a new computer when this one breaks without forgoing my bills. And I want to save. I have big plans for my future that include retiring, adventures, and my kids going to college. 

So how do you balance the saving and the spending? When you get the urge to explore and buy something new, how do you decide what’s worth buying now guilt free or what’s worth forgoing to have the future you want? Even if that future is a trip with your friends just a few months away. And how do you quell the need to try (and buy) new things without spending so much? Do you make things? Head for a thrift store? 

Seriously, any ideas? Suggestions? Leave ‘em in the comments. Let’s talk.

black button up

Happy Friday! We’ve made it, and, man, am I ready for the weekend. It’s a three-day weekend for me (thanks, presidents). But first, I wanted to share a few looks with one of my favorite shirts. It’s the bottom layer in these looks, but that’s what I love about it. It’s so versatile. I bought it at H&M a few years ago. 

For work, I wore Gap cropped pants, socks with heels from JC Penny (really. They were $15), watch from Target, and clutch from Kate Spade.

For play, switched to a mini skirt from Forever 21, taller boots from I can’t remember where, and layered a sweater from Target. Obviously, also, I’m really into black and gray. But isn’t it a nice background for a rainbow sparkle clutch?