Marsala Cropped Sweater, Marsala Beret, Marsala Pearls and a Remix.
Today, continuing with 2015's Color of the year as chosen by Pantone - Marsala - I am remixing my Cropped Cowl-Neck, Warm, Cozy Sweater. I purchased this Sweater for 70% off the same day at Orsay, as when I got my Marsala Coated Jeans that you and I all love!
First I wore the Sweater with my Grayish-Taupe Sweater Dress (on the right), then a couple of weeks later I wore it with Black Skinny Jeans and a Light Chambray underneath it. Let's look at each outfit in detail, below.
OK, so this Outfit I am not pleased with, not at all. It sounded better in my head than it actually came out. It was a very cold late February day so wearing two heavy knits (the cropped sweater over the sweater dress) was indeed necessary. But I did feel bulky and I do think this Sweater could work over a Light Dress. I tried to mix and match the Deep Burgundy and Taupe of the Clothes with the Dark Purple Tights and Gray OTK Boots, which as far as colors go the four colors worked together. I also added some Purple Studs. But that Long Multi-Chain Necklace definitely didn't work over the thick cowl neckline of the sweater. The best part about this day was getting to spend some mommy+daughter quality time out and about with Vivian and taking some gorgeous, candid photos of her smiling, writing and drawing on a notebook. The outfit in itself - nope, not good!
Don't you love Vivian's Dark Chambray Shirtdress? She keeps up with the trends, also. And I swear we weren't matching on purpose but yeah she has Purple Leggings paired with the Dress, while Mommy has Purple Tights lol.
Taupe/Gray, Belted Sweater Dress: Ann Taylor LOFT (gorgeous cowl-neck option in gray, best deal, love this), (similar, short-sleeve, cable-knit), (gorgeous, wrap-style option w/ long sleeves by CK, great deal, love this).
Plum/Oxblood/Dark Burgundy Cropped, Ribbed Knit, Cowl-neck Sweater: Orsay (New) (fun fuzzy option, great deal), (gorgeous cable-knit option w/ pockets, best deal, love this), (crew-neck option, love this).
Dark Metal, Multi-Chain Necklace: Express (gorgeous option in silver, great deal, love this), (similar by Kenneth Cole, love this), (similar by JC Penney's, best deal, love this).
Purple, Square Stud Earrings: A Jewelry Boutique (very similar), (very similar by Kate Spade, love these), (similar options, set of 3 by Nine West, best deal, love these), (gorgeous oval option by Swarovski, love these).
Deep Purple, Fleece-lined, Opaque, Footless Tights: A Hosiery Boutique (New) (very similar, micro fiber option, great deal), (similar, semi-opaque by F21, best deal), (similar by Merona, great deal, love these).
Taupe-Charcoal, Over-the-Knee Boots: Purchased in Tirana (very similar by Nine West, on sale, love these), (similar, best deal), (similar in Cognac, love these).
Vivian's Outfit:
Dark Blue Chambray Shirtdress w/ Ruffles: Thrifted.
Purple Leggings: A Random Children's Boutique.
Purple+Orange Sneakers: Target (Christmas Gift from My Mom).
This time, the sweater paired over the Light Chambray with the Black Skinny Jeans tucked into my Cognac Boots looks much better. It is a Natural Casual Outfit perfect to run errands in - which is what I did. It is not over-the-top and super stylish but still cute. I brought in a second, lighter shade of Marsala or Burgundy by wearing this Beret Beanie which is decorated with Burgundy Pearls. I am wearing some New Drop Burgundy Pearl Earrings which were recently gifted to me by a friend (for International Women's Day which was on March 8th) and they match the Beret to perfection as I photographed them below for you to see. What do you think of this Outfit? Would you wear something similar to run errands in, during Winter?
Plum/Oxblood/Dark Burgundy Cropped, Ribbed Knit, Cowl-neck Sweater: Orsay (New) (fun fuzzy option, great deal), (gorgeous cable-knit option w/ pockets, best deal, love this), (crew-neck option, love this).
Light Chambray Button-Down Shirt w/ Chest Pockets: Meijer's (very similar by Loft, on sale, love this), (similar gorgeous option, love this), (similar by Old Navy, best deal).
Black Skinny Jeans: Sublevel (similar by Topshop, best deal, love these), (similar by Gap, 1969 edition, great deal love these), (similar by True Religion, on sale).
Gold Tone Long Chain Necklace w/ Wreath & Tassel: Parfois (similar by BaubleBar, love this), (turquoise+red option by Topshop, best deal, love this), (similar in silver by Loft, great deal).
Burgundy Pearl & Swarvoski Crystal Drop Earrings: Handmade (Gifted) (similar, best deal, love these), (gorgeous option by Kate Spade, great deal, love these), (gorgeous dainty option, on sale).
Burgundy, Wool Knit French Beret w/ Burgundy Pearls (Embellished): A Random Boutique (similar, newsboy-cap by Nine West, great deal, love this), (elegant option, love this).
Tall Cognac Boots w/ Chunky Heels & Buckle detail on the top of the shaft: Payless (similar, fantastic deal, love these), (gorgeous option by Clarks, Splurge), (similar @ Macy's, come in 3 color options, love these).
P.S. Linking up with Allison, Christina, Claire, Dawn, Doranda, Jolynne, Kym, Laura, Lauren, Lauryn, Kristin, Megan, Mix it Monday, Molly and Vicki.
I am loving the cropped sweater style this season! I love them paired with flowy tops and leggings too! Such a great look! Have a wonderful weekend Ada! Susan
ReplyDeleteLook at all that marsala! I love it with your gray boots!
ReplyDeleteHow cute you guys together! Vivian is a such cute girl! I guess recently you are in love with marsala. ;) Have a great weekend and enjoy the time with your family!
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Loving the Marsala again! The cowl neck is so cute and I'm loving both those boots!
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I love this color! You look so great in your OTK boots.
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I like how you layered this sweater, both over the dress and the chambray! Cropped sweaters can be hard to style but you did so flawlessly :)
ReplyDeletesome great looks and my how the little one is growing. Vi looks so cute. You sure are rocking the marsala lately.
ReplyDeleteI love the color of the year, and all shades of it. What a cute cropped sweater my dear. I love your outfit with jeans. Looks great on you, and perfect with running around with kids. Your little girl is super adorable & stylish as well. :) Have a wonderful weekend sweets, XOXO, Elif
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Nice outfits! I really like that first one, the cropped top is so nice with the skirt. It's funny, because I'm petite, most cropped tops don't look cropped on me, haha! I haven't yet found something cropped that actually looks cropped ;)
ReplyDeleteYou are the queen of Marsala, Ada. You really know how to wear this year's color. The cropped sweater is perfect for layering
ReplyDeleteI hope little V is feeling better now! I love you in Marsala! That sweater with the bows is so fabulous!
ReplyDeleteNice outfits! You look great!
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous color. I definitely need more of it in my wardrobe.
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This is one of my favorite colors! Love the sweater on you and the beret is so adorable. :-)
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I love this colour of your jumper Ada :) great boots too. Aww I like Vivian's dress, so sweet :)
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Love the jumper and how cute is your little girl! Thanks for linking up to #fashionfriday
ReplyDeleteYou're girl is so darling:) Thanks for linking up to Fashion Cache Friday, please link up this week party just went LIVE
ReplyDeleteVivian is so cute in these photos! I love the color of your sweater!
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