tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91562752857026372482024-03-06T01:38:23.750-06:00Unusual FormThis Vintage-Filled LifeKara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.comBlogger422125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-81239122762490341302013-06-10T21:15:00.001-05:002013-06-11T14:40:13.198-05:00What's Up?<div style="font-size: 0.8em; line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0 0 10px 0; padding: 0;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So what's been going on in my life since I last posted six months ago? Well, we had the usually holiday hub bub, followed by the first of the year, be a better person push. I'm drinking more water and eating more vegetables, and I've started running. Another resolution I have stuck with was one that started out somewhat unintentionally, purchasing only secondhand clothing. I didn't specifically resolve to avoid new clothing, it just kind of happened. I was throughly disgusted by the clothing factory fire and collapse in Bangladesh and even more disgusted with American retailers response (or lack of one). I read the book "Overdressed: The Shockingly High Cost of Cheap Fashion" by Elizabeth Cline. There were just several things that added up to me saying, "You know what? I don't need new clothes." I've learned by now that I can satisfy my sartorial desires in a way that lessen my impact on the planet and on other people. I've keep my second hand only policy all year, until Saturday. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My parents were up and my mom and I were killing time at the mall. Since I'm not buying new that limits shopping options to Sephora and William Sonoma. The men folk weren't back from Cabela's so we decided to check out Altar'd State. I knew it was a Christian based store, but I didn't know what their angle was, modesty or more along the social justice line. Well, the shorty shorts in the window told me that it probably wasn't the first. We began browsing and after a while found a piece made in the USA. Intrigued, we searched further and before long I had a handful of US made clothing to try on. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I ended up buying three new pieces. Now, I don't know for certain the conditions of the factories in which the pieces were made, but at least by being US made hopefully they are following minimum wage as well as health and safety regulations (not to mention building regulations). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For now, I'll mostly stick to secondhand (still best for the environment regardless of where the new clothing is manufactured), but its good to know that when I'm craving something new there might be some slightly better alternatives out there.</span><br />
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Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-86629343362753394622012-12-17T22:08:00.002-06:002012-12-18T09:41:34.102-06:00Arkansas Women Bloggers Ornament Swap<div style="text-align: justify;">
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The lovely Kim of <a href="http://www.themadething.com/" target="_blank">The Made Thing</a> is hosting an giveaway on her blog. The prize? One of our <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/archandcraft" target="_blank">arch+craft </a>necklaces! So head over <a href="http://www.themadething.com/2012/12/arch-craft-giveaway.html" target="_blank">there</a> and enter!<br />
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Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-34312046974947197862012-11-16T19:59:00.000-06:002012-11-16T20:56:34.196-06:00Bright Friday SaleLong time readers of my blog will know that despite my architecture background, and architects' penchant for black, I can't get behind Black Friday. But I can get behind Bright Friday! <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/unusualform" target="_blank">Unusual Form Vintage</a> is having a Bright Friday Sale running today through Friday, November 30. Take 25% off you entire purchase by using the code: BRIGHTFRIDAY25. Happy shopping!<br />
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Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-41323529995226149022012-11-03T14:08:00.000-05:002012-11-03T14:08:34.735-05:00arch+craftLately I've been alluding to an exciting new project. Well today is the day for the big reveal. In the last few months, my friend Rachel and I have been working on a new jewelry and home decor line. We launched our <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/archandcraft" target="_blank">Etsy site</a> today. We also just got notification that we will be participating in this year's <a href="http://thelittlecraftshow.com/" target="_blank">The Little Craft Show</a>. Everything is happening in fast forward. Check out our first products below and let me know what you think. <br />
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<br />Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-72720518691133214472012-10-03T06:00:00.000-05:002012-10-03T06:00:02.905-05:00Blah to Blogworthy<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What can I say? This nice Fall weather has reinvigorated me. Expect to see more posting from my neck of the woods. In the coming weeks, I'm also hoping to share an exciting new project that I'm working on. Stayed tuned for that, but for today I present to you a Blah to Blogworthy that is kind of blue.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This outfit is not terrible, but once again, "not terrible" shouldn't be my goal. I think the general shape and balance of the outfit is flattering, but the too-close color of the cardigan and trouser jeans make for a weird onesie look.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I simply switched out the trouser jeans for a wooly red pencil skirt. The contrasting color of the skirt helps all the items in the outfit to stand out on their own accord. The tripartite color scheme strikes a slightly nautical note without be over the top. Overall, I think the outfit is sharp and professional with the pop that the above outfit lacks.</span></div>
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<br />Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-27606715140703568152012-09-30T16:20:00.000-05:002012-09-30T17:39:10.049-05:00Yellow Blazer - 3 Ways<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Colored jeans were all the rage last fall. I even covered <a href="http://unusualform.blogspot.com/2012/01/you-search-i-answer-colored-jeans.html" target="_blank">how to style them</a> earlier this year. This fall the fun has moved from jeans on up the body to blazers. A yellow (or teal or purple) blazer may seem intimidating at first, but I promise, it's not. Think of colored blazers as the even more professional version of the colored cardigan that you are probably already wearing to work. Below I've styled my new mustard blazer three ways for your viewing pleasure.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I'm going to start a new feature called "Shop Feature Friday" (today's just didn't happen until Saturday). Each week I'll feature one item from my shop <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/unusualform" target="_blank">Unusual Form Vintage</a>. It will be a fun way to let you know what's in the shop and to show you how it looks on a real person and how it can be styled.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">First up is this darling 1950s day dress. I love the varied plaid print in navy, one of my favorite colors. It looks especially cute with red accessories. I would guess that it was originally meant as an "around the house dress", but what a 50s housewife wore to clean house, now makes a perfectly cute date night look. The dress is a little shapeless on its own, so you'll definitely want to belt this one.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The dress can be found <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/110528047/vintage-1950s-plaid-day-dress" target="_blank">here</a> in my shop. It's currently $27.00, but this weekend only you can get it and all other items in the shop for 20% by using code: <b>welcome20</b>. So head on over and check out <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/unusualform" target="_blank">all my vintage goodies.</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What's not to love about this jacket? It's vintage. It's thrifted. It was a few bucks. It's already worn in and has pleather patches. Front and back. I can just imagine this being my go-to weekend topper for chilly fall days. On a side note, this is totally the outfit I would wear if I went glamping (red wedges and all)</span>.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I have had this denim jacket for over a year and have never worn it. It's pretty standard denim jacket fare and the fit is a little weird. Oddly cropped/wide in the shoulders. Plus, I have a <a href="http://unusualform.blogspot.com/2011/06/right-light-outfit-7.html" target="_blank">similar, but darker version of this jacket</a> that I wear more frequently. Seeing this photo with the ones above definitely makes this jacket seem kind of blah. </span> </div>
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To jump start <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/unusualform" target="_blank">Unusual Form Vintage</a> on Etsy, I'm having an exclusive sale for Unusual Form readers. You can take 20% off your purchase now through the end of this month. Use coupon code: welcome20. Happy shopping!</div>
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Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-87048697857173052012012-08-31T13:37:00.002-05:002012-08-31T13:37:38.240-05:00In & Out<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Hey, y'all. Let's just pretend that I didn't take a two month blog break, and get on with business as usual. I recently had a big clothing sort and edited my closet. Things had gotten out of control! Now that I have things down to a managable size, I'm implimenting a one in/one out policy. It's a great filter for shopping. Before I decide to buy something, I have to think of something in my closet that I would be willing to get rid of. I tested out my new filter at Anthropologie last weekend. I walked out empty handed, because there was nothing there that I liked more than what is currently in my closet.</span></div>
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Hey, y'all! I've come out of my summer hibernation (that's what we do
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Lately, I've been really loving these "Month of Outfits" features in
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<span style="font-size: small;">Let's start this Work to Weekend post with an all second hand outfit. Would you believe that this outfit came from four different thrift stores and one great aunt? It's true! I thought that the blush blouse was a nicely complimented the coral pleated skirt. Paired with a vintage necklace, belt, and my Ferragamos, I think it was a very lady-like outfit. No casual Friday for me! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Why should the pleated skirt have all the weekend fun? The blush blouse also goes casual with the help of navy polka dots. My office dress code is "no shorts or sandals" so this is definitely a weekend only look. So is the floral brooch. Wouldn't want to scare off contractors with a reference to anything feminine. This blouse got plenty of casual wear last summer during my <a href="http://unusualform.blogspot.com/search/label/30%20for%2030%20Summer%202011" target="_blank">30x30 challenge</a>. If you want a few more outfit ideas, check out my challenge <a href="http://unusualform.blogspot.com/search/label/30%20for%2030%20Summer%202011" target="_blank">here</a>.</span></span></div>
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<br /></div>Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-68182111482260606262012-07-13T19:37:00.000-05:002012-07-13T19:37:41.507-05:00Work to WeekendThis post is a twofer. You get both a before and after and a work and weekend post. This dress began it's life as a frumpy church lady's dress. I snatched it up at a garage sale for a whopping $2.00. A few snips and one blind hem later and I have a fun new dress that can go from work to weekend with just a few swaps.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Dress - Garage Sale</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The dress may be a wee bit short for work, so I toned it down with a classic black blazer and flats. A black statement necklace and a bun finish off the look.</span></div>
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For a night out with the girls, throw off the blazer and jazz the ensemble up with gold accessories. Let your hair down and throw on some heels. A swipe of red lipstick and you're ready for a night on the town.</div>
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<br />Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-64968479634566424622012-06-30T07:04:00.000-05:002012-06-30T21:48:04.995-05:00Work to Weekend<div style="text-align: justify;">
I rarely post about weekend wear, it's usually work, work, work around here. It could be due partly to the fact that I have a bit of a weekend uniform. It's usually <a href="http://unusualform.blogspot.com/2011/07/repeat.html" target="_blank">these shorts</a> or <a href="http://unusualform.blogspot.com/2011/06/old-faithful-outfit-4.html" target="_blank">these shorts</a> with a striped tee. Fine for a single post, but it would get repetitive after a while. I'm going to start a new series called "Work to Weekend" that attempts to incorporate my work items into weekend looks. First up the champ of work wear: the button up shirt.</div>
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Nothing is more professional than a button up shirt. Crisp, clean, androgynous enough not to freak out contractors. But this office basic doesn't have to stay in the office.</div>
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Roll up your sleeves (if you haven't already) and you're ready to bring a preppy touch to high-waisted shorts. I picked these shorts at my local thrift store for a song ($1.50 to be exact). The red belt adds some much needed color to an otherwise monochromatic look. Same woven flats as before and you're ready for your dressy casual weekend event.</div>
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I pinned this outfit from Madewell way back when it wouldn't be climatically appropriate to wear a t-shirt and skirt to work. Now that summer is in full swing, I decided to give it a whirl. The best thing about my version is the very un-Madewell prices. $10 tee. $0.50 skirt. $1 belt. $4 shoes. The sad thing is that the model is doing the "Kara" pose and this is the one photo I managed not to do it. Sigh. Next time.</div>
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<br />Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-61636817295439837052012-06-26T12:46:00.000-05:002012-06-26T12:46:26.491-05:00Dots on Dots<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">You hear of people being "good on paper", meaning they have the right pedigree, education, job, what have you, to make them attractive in theory, but usually not in reality. Well, I think this outfit is just the opposite. It probably sounds ridiculous on paper: two different polka dots, one with a navy background, one with a black background, a multi-toned cardigan, brown belt, black shoes. Wackadoodle right? But in real life...it seems to work! The polka dots have different densities that work in their favor. The cardigan ties in the navy of the tank and the pink dots on the skirt. Brown belt and black shoes? Eeh. We've debunked the matching belt and shoes myth many times over. So there you have it...bad on paper, good on person. </span></div>
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<br /></div>Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-49551119171071811012012-06-15T21:06:00.001-05:002012-06-15T21:06:03.309-05:00Hi There<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Hey Y'all! Long time, no blog. I've been busy in real life. Holding a yard sale and whatnot. That stuff is hard work. Definitely glad it's over. Even though I haven't been showing my face around these parts recently, I have discovered the joy of Instagram. If you would like to follow along, my user name is unusual_form. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ecx330435715-14062012">Now on to the matter at hand (or on body)...my outfit. I'm still up to my thrifty ways. In fact, this outfit rings in at less than $25.00. I've been loving this gray t-shirt I picked up at Old Navy for $5.00. It's heathered with sweatshirt-like details that really toughens up otherwise sweet pieces such as the peach vintage knit skirt ($3.00) and vintage Ferragamos. Yes, I am now the proud owner of vintage Ferragamos thanks to my local thrift store and a $5.00 bill. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ecx330435715-14062012">I'm thinking about re-opening my Etsy store with a focus on vintage clothing. I find so many great things that either aren't my size or aren't my style, but I just hate to leave them behind. Any thoughts?</span></span></div>
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<br /></div>Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-13729419746391751942012-06-04T19:43:00.003-05:002012-06-04T19:45:34.918-05:00Another Skirt Redo<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: justify;">
Last week I gave a brief description of <a href="http://unusualform.blogspot.com/2012/06/neutrals-week-day-4.html" target="_blank">how to take up an elastic waist skirt</a>. Today, I wanted to do an elaborate tutorial on how to take up a skirt with a flat waistband. I started out altering the skirt and documenting all the steps with photos. Then I decided I wanted to wear the skirt to a party that evening, so I had to dispense with the photo taking and get down to the taking in. I will give a quick description of what I did. No photos though, some other time.</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">This works best with gathered skirts. Straight skirts such as pencil skirts would take a little more work. With a pencil skirt, you would have to take out fabric for a good fit. With a gathered skirt, you can just make it more gathered and redo the band. Simply:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Step 2.</b> Gather the skirt to fit. If you can find the original thread ends, pull them to increase the gather of the skirt and decrease it's circumference. If you can't find the thread ends, simply sew a new line around the skirt. Use a long stitch with less tension, then use the new thread ends to increase the gather.</span></div>
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<br />Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-50494684607020899072012-06-01T12:50:00.001-05:002012-06-01T12:50:36.869-05:00eShakti Giveaway Winner<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Congratulation to the winner of the eShakti Giveaway, Amanda Robinson. Thanks to everyone who entered! </span></div>
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Amanda, I'll put you in contact with eShakti so you can get started on your dress. Take a photo of yourself in your dress when you receive it and I'll feature you on the blog.</div>
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<br /></div>Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-81684541202989274872012-06-01T06:00:00.001-05:002012-06-01T06:00:16.256-05:00Neutrals Week - Day 4<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Blouse - J.Crew, Resale Shop</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Skirt - Thrifted</span></div>
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Today's outfit features just about the easiest redo you can do. Resizing an elastic waist skirt. I found this skirt at my local thrift store. It was hanging in the plus size section, a place I don't usually browse, but with a pattern like this, how could I miss it? Despite being an XL, it's XS price tag ($2.50) convinced me to bring it home. I took a pair of scissors to the seam at the back of the waistband, pulled the elastic out until I had a good fit, cut the excess elastic and sewed the ends back together. I didn't even bother to stitch the seam back up. I'm tempted to try this skirt with the crinoline I wore for my wedding. Too Betty Draper?</div>
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I'll announce the winner of the eShakti giveaway later today.</div>
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<br /></div>Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-49961377498664550162012-05-31T06:00:00.000-05:002012-05-31T06:00:15.133-05:00Neutrals Week - Day 3<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: justify;">
I feel especially French today, because I'm wearing Christian Dior. Yes! Christian Dior! So, okay, it's thrifted and made of polyester (he could have at least sprung for silk). But it's Christian Dior! I do understand the allure of designer (even if I'm not willing or able to spring for it at full price). </div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Jacket - Express, Thrifted</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Blouse - Christian Dior, Thrifted</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Skinnies - BCG, Urban Outfitters</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Flats - Dillard's</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Necklace - Vintage, Gifted</span></div>
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Today's outfit is a slight variation on <a href="http://unusualform.blogspot.com/2011/10/do-you-know-coco.html" target="_blank">this outfit</a>. It's a bit of a blogger taboo to repeat outfits. What's your take on this? I could probably repeat an outfit from a year ago and no one would notice, plus I may have new readers that didn't see my outfits a year ago. The bloggers I read could repeat an outfit and I probably wouldn't notice unless it was within a few days of each other. Personal style bloggers tend to have just that "personal style" and our outfits have similarities, themes, etc. Throw remixing into the mix and you're bound to have similar outfits from time to time. All of this is a convoluted way of saying I hope you don't mind if I have almost repeats, I promise I probably won't even notice yours.</div>
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Today is the last day to enter my<a href="http://unusualform.blogspot.com/2012/05/eshakti-giveaway.html" target="_blank"> eSkakti giveaway</a>. I'll announce the winner on Friday.</div>
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<br />Kara @ Unusual Formhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03588114606307923171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9156275285702637248.post-1813635825784770822012-05-30T06:00:00.000-05:002012-05-30T06:00:08.081-05:00Neutrals Week - Day 2<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Jacket - LC Lauren Conrad, Kohl's</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Tee - Old Navy</span></div>
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Despite my usual professional appearance, I really am a hippie at heart. I frequent farmer's markets and natural food stores (and bring my own bags). I listen to NPR. I make my own granola. I bake my own bread. I use Dr. Bronner's for everything. I own five pairs of Birkenstocks. And we have a garden in our backyard as well as a flock of chickens. Who says you can only be one thing? I can wear skirts and oversee a construction site. I can shop at thrift stores and work at a big building downtown. To be multifaceted is to be interesting. Or at least I think so. </div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We may have chickens, but it doesn't mean they can't have a sleek, modern coop that just so happpens to match my outfit.</span></div>
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I'm going to do something you probably thought that I would never attempt. Neutrals Week! I'm setting out to prove that I can be stylish without relying heavily on bright colors and prints. I know that's generally how I roll, but a girl's got to change it up from time to time. So this week, neutrals only (or mostly). Do you think I can do it?</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Blouse - Banana Republic, Resale Shop</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Skinnies - BDG, Urban Outfitters</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Heels - Antonio Melani, Thrifted</span></div>
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First up a new shirt, or new to me at least. It picked it up at a local
resale shop. This particular shop has nice merchandise (sorority girls' barely worn cast offs) and it's reasonably priced. I purchased the above gray
silk shirt for $7.50. A little more
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price. Even though I'm not wearing any color in this outfit (aside from
plum heels), the fit and
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jeans and the little details like metal buttons and peplum hem just add further interest to the outfit. So did I do it? Did I manage to be both neutral and interesting?</div>
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On a side note be sure to check out my <a href="http://unusualform.blogspot.com/2012/05/eshakti-giveaway.html" target="_blank">eShakti giveaway</a> if you haven't already. A winner will be announce on Friday, June 1st. And check back tomorrow for the second installment of Neutrals Week.<br />
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