I was playing with different outfits yesterday and discovered that the Wolford barolo tights + Hugo Boss boots combo compliment many an ensemble.  So I kept with the flow.  This look is one out of three.  I love how the robin blue plays off the barolo, like a bowl of mixed berries.

On an aside, I’ve been featured by the twentythirtyforty.net blog!  This webshop has fantastic photos and a sharp style sense.  It’s quickly become one of my favorite online stores.  Go on, give it a click.

credits: Miss Sixty sweater dress, Wolford barolo tights, Hugo Boss boots

Sharon Rose recently posted about de-cluttering her wardrobe and coincidentally I am doing the same.  Sporadically throughout the year, I get powerful urges to go though my closet and cupboards to organize, recycle and reduce.  Currently at my reduce phase, I am putting a few more items up for auction on ebay.  A bit old school I do admit, but not all of us have the graphic design genes to create lovely online shops like Park & Cube.

1. Cashmere sweater of a brand which I don’t know because I snipped off the itchy tag.
2. Miss Sixty dress I got on my birthday a couple years back, but have only worn once.  A bit boobly with the right bra.
3. Benetton blazer, which I’ve styled as a boyfriend blazer because it is too big for me.  It’s quite nice oversized or fitted.

Let the buying begin!

When my hair was longer and the weather was colder, I wore this outfit.  The vest is unique (party in the back), but I think the simplicity of the b&w layers allow it to stand out without excess.  Whenever I wear this vest, I feel like a cadet.  So to everyone who has visited      E X T R A S K I N N Y and left behind lovely thoughts I salute you.  My responses have been slow because I’ve been under the weather, but I feel my old self returning.   Until then orange juice and Sudafed shall continue to be my friends.

credits: Emporio Armani gilet, Hugo Boss dress, Vince turtleneck, no name socks, Miss Sixty boots

For me doing an X-ways post is like going to the gym.  You drag your feet all the way there, but afterward you feel damn good.  I found this H&M eyelet dress years ago in college and it’s still a delight to wear.  (Note: I had to shorten it).  I’ve outfitted two different looks with a change of top, legwear and shoe.  Which style resonates with you?  Do tell.  And stay a while to check out X-ways: Nicholas K Tucker Sweat and Rose Chase Me Bolero Jacket.

TAKE A BOW: This dainty darling dressed up for a spot of tea.  Credits: H&M dress, Opening Ceremony bow cardigan, Wolford Moulin Rouge tights and Miss Sixty boots.

IN-VESTED: This simple rocker chick is sensitive at heart.  Credits: H&M dress, Rose Chase Me Bolero vest, Wolford tights and Rachel Comey penpal boots.

Ever since an early age, I’ve been opposed to wearing loose fitting garments.  I attribute this particular distaste to my mom’s insistence on putting me in sizes way too large.  What 11-year-old needs an XX large?  But the Bi La Li Egg dress has an undeniable allure.  The loose shape still has structure while the taut sleeves and neck bring the look together.  I love the muted grey color and exposed back zip.  No surprises there.

credits:
Bi La Li Egg dress, Stefanel leggings, Miss Sixty boots