December 23, 2012

Today's Everyday Fashion: Gold Buttons

Inspiration: Chloe Conspiracy

I bought this camel blazer for a steal two summers ago and have been meaning to switch the buttons to gold ones ever since. I switched the buttons on a Forever 21 coat once and loved the result. Gold military style buttons would be the finishing touch on this outfit - a Christmas-y ensemble perfect for a business meeting or even to wear to church. Would you switch this jacket to gold buttons? Have you ever switched out buttons before?

Blazer: Express, $25
Brooch: Banana Republic, old (similar, similar)
Sweater: H&M, $18 (similar)
Pants: Gap, $20 (similarsimilarsimilarsimilar)
Belt: H&M, $20
Purse: Emma Fox c/o Ross, $60 (same)
Shoes: c/o Nine West, $62 (similar, similar)
Rings: My Stella & Dot website $69 and $39 and $49
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot website $59 and $59 and $79 and $32 and $39

Nordstrom / Limited / Eddie Bauer / Hoss Intropia / Banana Republic


18 comments:

  1. Oh I love this combo!!! I recently bought red skinnies and I have a brown jumper in the same shade as yours!!! 
    And yup! Changing buttons does make massive difference! I keep mother of pearl buttons nearby! If I buy a white cotton shirt without good quality buttons, changing them brings the shirt to life!!!
    Vxo

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  2. Love the idea of switching the buttons - I think it would make the jacket look much richer!  Super outfit as usual, you are too adorable!

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  3. Love this look.  Some clothing items really benefit from switching out buttons.  It totally makes them look more expensive or sophisticated.  I think that your blazer would look amazing if you swtiched out the current buttons out for gold ones.  I would definitely do this to clothing pieces that need it.

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  4. I think it looks good with the buttons it has, but I would have to see the buttons you are thinking of switching to. I have never personally done it myself, but its super easy.  I have a navy blazer that I am hoping to switch the brown buttons to gold! Love the camel blazer!

    -AJ
    FitTravelerAJ.blogspot.com

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  5. I love this combo but I think gold buttons would really make it pop!  I actually swtiched gold buttons for decorative silver buttons on a red blazer to make it less Christmas-y and more suitable for my work (I'm a trial lawyer).  I am all in favor of switching buttons, there are so many pretty ones to choose from and it can totally transform a piece!!!

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  6. I switched the buttons on a deep purple velvet blazer from Forever 21 a few years ago and LOVED the result! Just got a camel blazer and plan in switching the buttons on it as well. Its a simple change that makes a huge impact!

    Love the outfit, btw :)

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  7. Switching buttons are one of my favorite DIY's - it usually reinvents the whole thing)
    I love camel with red - really great combination)

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  8. I've never switched buttons before but it would be really easy and definitely give that coat some pizazz!! 








    Cassie
    thriftthick.blogspot.com 

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  9. Love the blazer! and pants! and shoes!! AND that purse looks like it'd be 300 buckaroos. Fierce!!

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  10. You look great!

    Zepequeña.

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  11. I do this all the time with blazers and coats - it's such an easy way to make a piece look more expensive! :)

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  12. Switching buttons requires sewing.  I have to ask others to do that for me.  But yes, I agree, switch the buttons! 

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  13. I have a few things to say. First, your blog is amazing. There are so many trends you show that I thought looked ridiculous on models in the stores and you demonstrate how to make it work in real life. I used to think colored skinny jeans, hi-lo hems and the Aztec print looked silly but now you have me wanting to incorporate them into my wardrobe. Speaking of hi-lo hems, I finally purchased a hi-low skirt. It's mint green lace. Here's the dilemma: I don't know what to wear with it! Can you help me with an idea? Second, I wanted to say that I replace buttons on clothing, as well. Mostly on my jeans if the button pops off but I do it on jackets and tops, too. I like to use big buttons in bright colors or funky patterns for a small pop of unexpected color. As always, thanks for the inspiration again. Keep on working it, girl!

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  14. Love the blazer! And yes I switch buttons all the time. From cute to fab for just a few $ and time

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  15. I'm totally a button swapper. Sometimes I'll even buy a cheap too in Marshall's just for the buttons. LOL.

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  16. I've been meaning to switch out the buttons on a wool coat-I think it will give it a lot more style. Show us if you change yours :-).

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