Some of my favorite posts that I do is when I show the same piece or the same pieces styled for different occasions. Today I am doing just that in this Monochromatic Cranberry Red Twofer Post with a nod to the 70s styles which are so big right now. I didn't mean to go full red, especially with the head-to-toe red look on the Nighttime Outfit (the shoes, skirt, sweater, clutch and even the little hair claw are all in different shades of deep red, though they mix well together, but I kept my lips in a camel/neutral lipstick). But sometimes, matching and going for monochromatic works out for the best. The daytime outfit has several elements from the 70s. Yes sure the Mini Skirt is a Suede Leather material, but I am also wearing a Silk Scarf tied around the neck like a choker, a Panama Hat and Booties. I think it is my favorite outfit out of the two and I got so many compliments when I wore it to a baby shower. The little blue in the silk scarf was nice too since the shower was for a baby boy. And sure this outfit is dressy enough for a dinner date and nighttime events too. The second dressier look is what I wore to a dinner date with my man, who complimented this outfit a lot. He knows red is my favorite color and a color that looks great on me. It is hard to tell also, but my Red Clutch is in a Snake-Skin Pattern. To add some interest and make an edgy statement I also am wearing a Fun, Edgy, Gold Chain+Black Suede Multi-Stranded Necklace. And I shopped my closet for almost everything I am wearing. Most items are at least 5 years old. Which outfit do you prefer: daytime or nighttime? FYI, there will be more posts like these in the future and I will bring back the "Mom Wear to Work Wear" series very soon. Also, on Friday November 6th stay tuned for another remix post. Thank you.
Red, Scoop-Neck, 3/4-Sleeve Sweater w/ tiny Pleated Detail on the front: The Limited (similar cashmere option, comes in 5 colors, great deal, my favorite), (similar by Karen Scott in marled dark red, henley style, love this), (similar by INC, comes in many colors, best deal).
Cranberry Red Real Suede Mini Skirt: Old Navy (similar, Splurge), (similar , button-front, skater style in faux suede, great deal, my favorite), (skater style mini option by Lulu's in burgundy, best deal, love this).
Turquoise+White+Navy Large Square Silk Scarf: Ann Taylor (gorgeous option by Givenchy, great deal), (similar by DVF, best deal, love this), (another gorgeous option by DVF, Splurge, my favorite).
Circle, Silver Frame, Dark Gray Sunglasses: A Random Boutique (New) (very similar, Splurge), (similar, Steal, my favorites).
Multi-Stranded Necklace (worn as a Bracelet) w/ Tiny Turquoise Beads: Express.
Black+Charcoal Gray Wool Panama Hat: Forever 21 (New) (very similar in all black by F21, best deal, love this), (similar in brown by F21, also comes in blush, great deal, love this), (similar w/ belt detail by Olsenboye, my favorite).
Gold, Soft Leather Studded Hobo Bag: Guess (similar by Marc Jacobs, my favorite), (similar by Valentino, Splurge, love this), (gorgeous metallic option, best deal, love this).
Black Leather Booties w/ Low Tan Heels: Caterina Firenze (New) (very similar by Madewell, also come in camel, Splurge, my favorite), (similar by Jeffrey Campbell, love these), (similar by Macy's, come in 4 colors, best deal), (similar in suede by Sam Edelman, also come in tan, love these).
Red, Scoop-Neck, 3/4-Sleeve Sweater w/ tiny Pleated Detail on the front: The Limited (similar cashmere option, comes in 5 colors, great deal, my favorite), (similar by Karen Scott in marled dark red, henley style, love this), (similar by INC, comes in many colors, best deal).
Cranberry Red Real Suede Mini Skirt: Old Navy (similar, Splurge), (similar , button-front, skater style in faux suede, great deal, my favorite), (skater style mini option by Lulu's in burgundy, best deal, love this).
Thick (Faux) Gold+Black Suede Edgy Necklace w/ Multistranded Gold Chains: c/o Wantable (New) (similar, great deal, my favorite), (similar, retro-inspired, best deal, love this), (gorgeous option by Thalia Sodi).
Black Jelly Strap Watch w/ Circle Silver Pave Face: c/o Lord & Taylor (similar by Juicy Couture), (2nd similar option by Juicy Couture, my favorite), (gorgeous option by Toywatch, best deal, love this).
Red Pave Stone, Square Mini Hair Claw: c/o A Local Boutique in Albania.
Red, Faux Python/Snakeskin Patent Leather Envelope Clutch: Express (very similar gorgeous option, huge Splurge), (similar, comes in 5 colors, Splurge, love this), (similar by MK, best deal, my favorite).
Red, Kitten Heel, Pointy, Suede D'Orsay Pumps w/ Tassel detail: Nine West (similar by Sam Edelman, love these), (similar classic pumps by INC, come in many colors, great deal), (stunning stiletto option by Christian Louboutin, huge Splurge, my favorite), (similar by Sole Society, best deal, love these).
P.S. Linking today with Alice, Annessa, Brooke, Carrie with Jill, Cassidy Lou, Dawn, Elizabeth, Grace, Jaclyn, Jalynn, Kristen, Lauren, Leeanne, Linda, Liz, Madeline, Mix it Monday, Monica, Morgan, Nicole, Rebecca, Sarah, Sharon, Tameka, Tara, The Stylish Housewife, Tiffany, Victoria and Vicky.
And since I have on some Fall Colors (Cranberry, Dark Red and Gold), I am linking with the ladies of "The Creative Closet", because the prompt this week is "The Colors of Fall".
Also linking up with Rachel for her Every Girl Linkup which last week's theme was "Day to Date".
Please if you link up with us, we kindly ask that you follow Monica and myself today on Bloglovin. Thank you.
Also linking up with Rachel for her Every Girl Linkup which last week's theme was "Day to Date".
Please if you link up with us, we kindly ask that you follow Monica and myself today on Bloglovin. Thank you.
