White Sneakers, Marled Joggers and Pops of Color.

I have seen them everywhere, in real life and of course in almost every single fashion blog. I am talking about the Coveted, Stylish, Sporty yet Girly White Chuck Taylors. I wanted a pair so badly. I see them looking cute with almost anything and everything. But they retail at least for 20 more bucks in Europe and that's no bueno! So, I got a very look-alike pair for 14 bucks! I think I made a good decision because I wanted to try them out, I want to wear them till they are all raggy-looking, and then buy the real deal Converse Low-top White Sneakers, when I am back in the States. What do you think, did I make a good/smart decision? And if you have ideas in how to style these as well, tell me on the comments. Thanks.

The first time I wore them was just 2 days ago, on April 14th (which was my lovely Mom's Birthday, by the way). After a long flight and exhausting previous weekend, lack of sleep and such, this comfortable outfit (a day off from work) was what the doctor ordered. I paired them with my Marled/Gray-ish Joggers, my Soft Mint Sweater, my Off-White Fur Vest and added pops of Color through my Floral Scarf and a few different Bracelets that I wore. There is some slight pattern-mixing going on here between the Marled Pants, Floral Scarf and Floral Sunglasses, as well. Of course, I am wearing two of the Top 10 items: Sweater and Scarf while keeping up with "Create 28 Lovely Spring Looks" Challenge. Yesterday's prompt was Sneakers, while the next one is Pattern-Mixing. Actually this outfit covers both, but fear not - I got more Florals and another pair of Sneakers in Tomorrow's Post which is our second week of Budget Babes too, with Rachel and Maria. So, how do you like the very first outfit I created with my White Sneakers?

Light Mint Skinny Jeans: Zara (New) (very similar by CJ, Splurge), (very similar by Dex, Steal, love these), (similar, "The Rockstar" by Old Navy, love these), (roll-cuff option by JC Penney's, best deal, love these).

Winter White Faux Fur Vest w/ Elastic Band/Belt Detail & Gold Hardware: Pelinki (similar, great deal), (similar cropped option w/ zippered pockets, best deal, love this), (gorgeous option by MK, on sale).

Gray, Tweedy, Knit, Ankle-length, Jogger-Style Pants: H&M (New) (similar by F21, best deal), (similar, great deal), (similar, moto style, love these), (gorgeous option by Topshop, love these).

White Silky Scarf w/ Large Hot Pink, Mint, Turquoise & Green Flowers: c/o a Local Accessories Boutique (similar by Ralph Lauren, great deal, love this), (gorgeous option w/ a navy base, love this), (gorgeous option in black w/ red roses, best deal), (similar by Kate Spade, Splurge, love this).

Tiny, Real Gold Hoops w/ Real Diamonds: A Fine Jewelry Store (gifted from the husband) (very similar, Splurge). (very similar, Steal), (similar gorgeous option by Judith Ripka, great deal, love these).

Bright Yellow, Triangle, Elastic Bracelet: American Fashion & Jewelry (braided leather, hinged cuff option by Coach, love this), (lucite neon yellow cuff option, love this), (w/ purple & yellow beads, best deal).

Hunter Green, Multi-Faceted Beaded Stretchy Bracelet (part of a set): Forever 21 (gorgeous option w/ stretchy gems by Baublebar, great deal, love this), (similar w/ ombre brown beads & flower charm, best, love this), (cuff option by Kate Spade).

Silver, Light Cuff w/ Coral Beaded Tulips: A Random Local Boutique (gorgeous, stretchy beaded option w/ gold tassel, on sale, love this), (golden cuff option by Kate Spade, love this), (w/ wrapped rhinestones by Express, best deal).

Black Floral, Wayfarer Sunglasses: Random Street Vendor for 2$! (New) (very similar, great deal), (similar Wayfarer, best deal), (retro option by Chic Nova, love these), (similar Wayfarer in pink floral, love these).

White Canvas, Low-top, Converse look-alike Sneakers w/ Red+Navy Stripes on the sole: Simple Shoes (New) (the real deal, identical Converse Chuck Taylors, love these), (very similar Converse Sneakers, great deal, love these), (similar leather option by Converse), (similar gorgeous option by Michael Kors, Splurge), (similar by Vans, best deal, love these).

P.S. Also linking up with Alice, Andie, Annie, Christina, Claire, Dawn, Jalynn,  

 Jo-Lynne, Lauren, Linda, Nicole, Rachel, Sarah, Shannon, Tara and Vicki.