WHAT WOULD YOU CHANGE – PLAID STYLE
Gurls, I hate to scare you with this photo, but this is my current situation. I’m having one of those sinus/neck/headache days, and I’m feeling crappy. My day started off good and I even got dressed and put on makeup before 9 am which has to be a record if I don’t have an appointment. I filmed a YouTube video, and then the yuckiness set in. I’m guessing it is a weather issue, and I hope to be better by tomorrow. So, today’s blog post is taking a twist. We are looking at models from a popular retailer, and asking the question, “what would you change?”
Plaid Blazer // Christmas Tree Sweater // Slim Ankle Jeans in Dark Wash // Driving Flats in Tartan Plaid
Have you ever gone to a store and looked at a mannequin and thought they must have dressed it in the dark? Lol! I think that retailers might be guilty of trying a shock us with the looks they put on the mannequins. Usually, models on the website of these retailers are dressed better, but I still find myself wanting to TWEAK the look and make it Taniafied. Lol!
Today, we are going to tweak this look from Talbots and comment on what you would change. I always love reading why something works or doesn’t work for you, and I’m sure the other ladies love reading the comments also.
This Tartan plaid outfit is gorgeous, but there are elements that I would still tweak. I love this plaid blazer, but I would ask myself if I would wear it more than at Christmas. If the answer is no, then I would opt for a blazer I would get my money’s worth from like the ones below.
I would probably pick a solid-colored top, and not one with Christmas trees since that limits how often I could wear it. I do love navy with this blazer though, and I think it makes the red POP! Here are some picks for a different top.
I think the jeans are perfect!!! I had these modern slim ankle jeans already, mine are just a different color. They fit great and look awesome. I sized down to an 8 for my perfect fit.
The last item of this look is the driving loafers. I am on the fence with these shoes, especially since I think they are beautiful! My issue is the same as the one I had with the blazer, would I wear them enough? If the answer is no, then I might choose one of these instead.
For those who LOVE plaid, I’m going to link to some plaid items that I loved from Talbots. BTW, they are still having great sales, and I expect them to continue all the way through the New Year.
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I would probably wear a solid top but the rest of the outfit is a definite “Yes!” Of course I’ve been wearing Christmas sweaters and jewelry since Dec. 1 and I’ve already worn my plapid shoes and red boots a couple times each.
God, you truly look amazing. I am 53 feeling 73, my hair is awful, I hate my face and makeup skills are crap. Menopause is playing havoc and feel like no matter what I buy I always look bland and boring and often think mum would wear what I do. HELP XX
I am really liking the sweater and the shoes! I could wear these shoes through Valentine’s Day. However, because you are limited to the holidays, I would wait for a BIG sale.
Tania, I actually am imitating your look today LOL! Because I feel exactly the way you described that you feel. Hopefully tomorrow we will both be right back on top. I love the plaid but I have to agree I don’t think I’d wear it enough.
I LOVE the look. I love tartan plaids. My mother was from Scotland. I hope you feel better. I feel the same way. Maybe it is all the wind and the weather changes. Very sad about all the tornados.
I’m not much on blazers, in this particular outfit, I would go with the blazer and skip the plaid shoes. maybe go with some black mules or pointy toed boots. I hope you feel better asap. BTW, you look great!
I love parts of the outfit just wouldn’t wear it all together!
The outfit is nice . Might try a more muted color plaid blazer. The plaid shoes are way over the top. Wouldn’t do red shoes at all, probably black booties. Maybe a slim red belt.
I hope that you are feeling better soon! Sinus pain is just awful. Regarding the outfit: I am not a blazer wearer, so I would change that out for a cardigan. I enjoy wearing Christmas tops that suit my personality, if the price isn’t ridiculous, so in this case I would go with a top that I could wear more than just a few weeks. The plaid shoes are over the top, for me, so I would wear a pair of solid color mules/slides.
I hope you feel better very soon and will say a prayer for you! I love, love those shoes and I even love the blazer! The sweater would be for another day tho.