WEARING PLAID
I have heard people say that you can’t wear black and brown together. I am still amazed at why these rules were ever made, who followed them, and why it really matters to anyone what I pair together. Let’s be honest, if I wear orange and green together who does it really hurt? If you see me coming in colors that offend you then close your eyes for a few minutes and it will be alright. Lol! I think we are just too judgemental. If you like something then you should wear it, and if you don’t like something just don’t wear that. Problem solved. Haha!
That sounded a little harsh and I didn’t mean to sound that way. I just hate when “fashion guru’s” tell anyone what they should wear. I think you should lead by example. Instead of telling me what I shouldn’t wear why don’t you simply show me examples of what you approve of. I am perfectly capable of looking at pictures and deciding if I like the look. This is the same as what you do on my blog. I know that every outfit I wear is not a winner. I like some looks better than others and I am sure you feel the same way. I don’t intend to tell you how to dress, I just want to show you examples of how I dress. You should pick out the bits and pieces from my outfits and see what you like and can replicate. Days you don’t like my look, just check back in the next day for a different look. Lol!
What is the first thing you noticed about my outfit? I am going to just take a wild guess and go with the plaid wrap. I love plaid and this is gorgeous. This was a Christmas present from my Mom. We don’t exchange gifts anymore instead we all decided to draw names this year and keep the gifts around $20.00. My Mom was not happy at the thought of getting my name. I can’t imagine why she was stressed, I love everything. She says I “have” everything. Lol! I think she did a pretty good job.
I choose to wear a black turtleneck top from Old Navy that I bought last year. I bought a black, light gray, dark gray, and a cranberry one all at the same time. I could have chosen either of those to wear with this wrap. I chose the black one and meant to grab my cranberry purse to carry but I forgot. Typical!!!
I was trying to decide how best to wear the wrap. I ended up wearing it just draping down both sides. Since the outfit was blah without any jewelry, I added this month’s Plunder Posse to the top and that really helped the look. Unfortunately, I didn’t take a picture with the necklace but I wore the same necklace that I wore with this outfit.
The caramel pants are the Harper from Old Navy. This clothing line runs larger than the Pixie Pants. I really like the Pixies better because the Harper almost always ends up stretching and looking too big on me before the day is out. Look at the knees already and I hadn’t even gotten to work yet. They looked pretty rough by the end of the day.
The black leather knee boots are Bandolino. I didn’t like these boots when I bought them but I “needed” a pair of plain black boots and these were a good deal. Wouldn’t you know it, I think I have worn these boots waaaaay more than I ever expected. Lol! That just shows you what I know. Haha!
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You lucky fish to have your mom give you such a stunning scarf for Christmas, Tania!!!!! I think it’s beautiful!!!!!! And I LOVE black and brown together – …it goes together wonderfully!!!! So i can say I really like your outfit, even without jewellery!!!!!
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Hmmm…just a thought: pairing all the things “they” say you can’t wear. Red and purple anyone??
Black and brown don’t go together? Hmmm let’s ask the leopard and the tiger. I think they would disagree.
Outfit looks great! What is the trick to keeping pants from gathering outside your boots in the knee area?
First, I have a similar scarf in the same pattern, a take on Burberry but so much less expensive! I am wondering if you can make that wrap into one of the trendy bulky scarves being worn today?
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Second, I love your confidence in what you are wearing that you don’t need approval from others to like it. Everyone has such different, distinct tastes that none of us could ever please everyone, anyway.
Third, I would have loved to have seen the cranberry turtleneck instead of the black, I’m curious how that would have looked.
Mom did good!!
Oh, and I agree with your take on the Harper pants. Mine are also big and bulky by the end of the day!
Tania,, that is how alll my “skinny” jeans fit. Bag at at the knees and droops in thd butt. Haven’t yet found a pair that fits right.
I always say, “wear what makes YOU feel good!” I love this look? I’m curious, you talk about wearing a self tanner. What brand is it? By Roden & Fields? I’ve tried many tanners & struggle with finding one I like.
Jennifer, I haven’t tried the R&F tanner yet. I have heard good things about the tanner but I like one that has color in it. That way I can see if I have missed spots. I may try it this year to see about the color. I can’t remember the name of what I use right now. I’ll have to look when I get home. You can also look on my blog in the Search Box, type in faux tan and it should bring up my post on applying the tanner.
Love your blog! I get loads of ideas and inspiration from your ideas !❤??
I love this combo and I’m with you, if somebody doesn’t like my style, then Oh well! I used to worry about being perfect for everybody, but decided to be ME…Life is too short to fuss about the taste of others. My husband got me a blanket scarf a couple of years ago for Christmas and it’s very pretty. I didn’t know anything about them at the time, but he assured me they were in style! Lol
I didn’t put them on the back of the couch ;-D
Your mom did a great job with her gift!
She is going to get the “BIG head” wth all of you furls bragging on her gift giving ability. Lol!!!
You go girl!!
The outfit looks lovely, I think because the brown is a nice caramel colour, not sure about a very dark brown.
Very nice outfit especially the wrap! Regarding “the rules”, I think they’re a hold over from the days when women couldn’t leave the house without a hat and gloves .(Oh how I loved my mother’s glove drawer!) Your shoes and purse had to match, pink and red clashed, etc etc. Back before it was OK to wear pants anywhere you wanted. I don’t know if those rules were supposed to make it easier to get dressed or designed to regulate and stifle freedom but boy, I sure am glad we don’t have to adhere to them anymore! Currently I’m in love with navy and black.
You are way to hard of yourself- Kudos to you for even writing a blog everyday for all of us to enjoy. We all have different tastes that is what makes the world go around – Love the scarf my step daughter bought me one also. Don’t ever stop being your laughing self.
Love this wrap!!! Actually I have one very similar in my closet!!!! And you look gorgeous as usual! I love your attitude toward fasion and color- some things work and some things dont!!!! It’s ok, there is always tomorrow!!
I remember when they used to say to not wear black and navy and now all the “experts” are designing those colors! Plus, I see shoes that are black and brown so luckily all those “rules” are going out the window, especially for someone like me who is the exact opposite of the models (short, big-busted, apple-shaped) who they design for so the rules never worked for someone with my shape.
Julia
http://www.whenthegirlsrule.com
I agree with you especially when “they” say short people shouldn’t wear this or that!! I think they don’t know what they are talking about because I’m pretty darn sure that it’s the style & fit that makes a difference!!
And colors? Pretty much any two colors can work together!! It’s fun to mix it up and be a rebel!!
jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
I love this look and have the perfect sweater and pair of pants for it. Now I just need to find my blanket scarf! I love that you buck the “guru” advice and wear what you like. I especially like that you give us permission to do it too!
I’ve always worn that combination. Black and brown, black & tan, black and cream. I think it’s a classic look.
Black and brown are my favorites! Love the ideas you bring. Have a great day!
Love the plaid! I have a similar plaid in a poncho. It’s very classy! Have a great day.
I have always loved this color combo! Please tell your mama she scored with this one! Ha! As far as the Plunder and the Rodan & Fields go…if I’m not interested, I just don’t read it, and I suggest others do the same. I suspect these women are good-hearted women who didn’t mean any ill will, but just wrote too quickly and thoughtlessly and probably would take it back now, if they could. Keep your chin up. You rock!
Kind of my thoughts too, Mary. When I have time I look at other blogs and I scroll to see what interests me. I assumed others did the same on my site.
I bought my mother 2 blanket scarfs/wraps this year for Christmas too! She told me if I hadn’t explained that they were scarves, she would have draped them over the back of the couch! ?
I absolutely LOVE your colour combinations, it’s one of the big reasons I keep a bunch of your pics on my phone to reference them. Why must haters feel they need to comment! Why don’t they just choose to dislike something, then move along…….
I could have just seen your look if you had come into her house and saw the scarves on the couch. Lol!!!
I am with you. Wear what you Luke and feel comfortable in. Your mom picked a wonderful gift for you.
Wow I think this is brilliantly stylish Tania – so do the Italians, and they know- smile. Italians are always combining both navy and brown with black.
Yvonne
http://www.funkyforty.com
Gorgeous Tania fab scarf I love the Burberry vibe ?
Thanks Tania – Found your Blog yesterday and am hooked! – Live in Durban, South Africa, so very humid in Summer but Winter’s can catch you out! Some years back one Winter everybody went Camel & Black crazy – still one of my favourites.
Welcome, Wendy!!! I am so glad you found my blog. From a tiny town in Virginia to South Africa, isn’t that crazy!!!
I totally agree with what Caroline above said! I also always say about giving presents of making list for them, that it s easy for me, I also like everything!
Your mother has excellent taste. The wrap is gorgeous. Just my colour scheme. I’m jealous.
Probably the same people that say ‘blue and green should never be seen’ but that’s one of my favourite combos! Your Mom did good with that wrap, can I throw my name into the hat next time? ?
Caroline, I had never heard that saying. LOL! I wear blue and green together too. ?