I had a meeting to attend yesterday and was feeling zero creativity. Thankfully, I had this lil' outfit recipe saved to my desktop and was able to put together a similar outfit in a flash. I tried the black shirt but it was way too harsh of a contrast, most likely because my necklace hangs down a lot farther than hers. I started going through my closet for shirt alternatives, and ultimately settled on a quirky printed top, which felt like a win and put a smile on my face. :-) Red pants have definitely become a staple for me lately, but I'm dying to know - are you rocking red pants yet?!
Inspiration photo: Arden B
Jacket: Banana Republic, $35
Shirt: LOFT, $20
Pants: Gap, $20
Shoes: Colin Stuart c/o MJR Sales, $17
Purse: Calvin Klein from TJ Maxx, $120
Ring: My Stella & Dot website, $49
Necklace: c/o Shop It LA, $38
1. Bebe red pants, $65.99
2. Charlotte Russe red jeans, $29.99
3. American Eagle red jeans, $44.50
I want a pair of red jeans BADLY! This is a fabulous outfit!
ReplyDeleteI have red pants and I wear them ALL the time!! They are my go to item in the closet.
ReplyDeleteLove them! Had them for a few years now and wish I had skinnies instead! Mine are just a straight fit. Post me some colbolt blue jean ideas!
ReplyDeleteI like your look better than the inspiration's. I am still looking for the perfect red pants. I really want a pair.
ReplyDeleteI love this look! Funny that you ask about the red pants. I never owned a pair of red pants till I found your blog. My sister would tell me that its not flattering blah blah blah. After I saved a few of your pics. I went ahead and purchased them. They looks fabulous!Your ideas and examples have made me think out of the bubble. I actually just bought an orange burnt color pair. Hoping you will come up with something in that color palette. Thanks for inspiring me always!
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Love the look! I bought that necklace last week and I can't wait to think of more creative colours to pair it with :) Have you ever done a post about different colour combinations? Just bought a cobalt silk top from Zara and can't wait to pair it with mustard, emerald or hot pink flats in the spring :)
ReplyDeleteLove your blog J, consistently inspiring me to dress out of my comfort zone!
ReplyDeleteI have a question though; all the photos and the way you wear them show the length to be very tailored or even above the ankle. I'm a super shorty and my red skinnies have quite a bit of slouch at the ankle. Do you recommend me having them tailored or is it okay to wear them with some bunching? Thanks!!
I seriously need red pants...love your outfit!
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Love this.. the color scheme is so cool and unexpected. I am definitely looking forward to rocking some red jeans really soon!!!
ReplyDeleteLove your look today J! I have that top from LOFT too!!! Now I need some red pants!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lollie! Some bunching is okay, but I also cuff mine a lot. For example, you can see it in this look: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=329442367081506&set=a.324855397540203.100240.120030604689351&type=3&theater I love cuffing b/c you can get it to be that perfect length with any shoe! And if it's a boot or bootie, I just tuck the jeans into them.
ReplyDeleteThanks Melissa! You are a mind reader b/c I'm planning a post on different color combos soon. I've had this necklace since this summer though and have posted at least 10-15 outfits with it. Check out my Facebook photo albums (there are 4 - "J's Everyday Outfits") if you want to scroll through quickly and get some more ideas! :-) http://www.facebook.com/jseverydayfashion
ReplyDeleteLove it Nina! So glad you decided to go for it. :-)
ReplyDeleteGreat look, I prefer yours to the inspiration look, great colors and styling!
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Love it! Both your look and the inspiration photo! I'm loving all the colored jeans and cords out there now and am looking for a good pair at a great price! Looking for nude pumps and some blazers too. Shopping on a budget takes patients!
ReplyDeleteTotally craving a pair of red pants! Or possibly orange :) Your outfit came together really nicely! Great repetition of color throughout.
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love the red denim!
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i started wearing red pants when i saw the nice outfits you made with them!, and now i really cant imagine not wearing them. you should have seen my friends's reaction the first time i wore them. they were super shocked..... but it was so funny!
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I have red skinny jeans like yours, and a pair of red trousers for work. I'm loving the color! You made the right call on the shirt. I find that black paired with red can be a bit harsh. I prefer to pair the red jeans with cream, taupe, ivory, caramel, etc.
ReplyDeleteJust bought my first pair today at TJ Maxx. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteI love those pants!!!!
ReplyDeleteI was at the Loft today and saw the mustard cords you like. They are sweet!
I don't have any yet but I really REALLY want some!x
ReplyDeleteAnd it looks great! :) Thanks for the tips, J!
ReplyDeleteDitto the previous comment, I never would've been bold enough to try red jeans but saw your post awhile back about yours and kept thinking about it and finally bought the AE pair you mentioned a couple weeks ago. They fit great and are really comfortable! I also love the pink pairing you did with them, I'll need to try that too.
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