CREATIVE STYLING: Once Upon a Time…3 Dresses, 1 Skirt

Remember on my last post how I changed the above dress into a top?

How creative are you with your style? If you’re finding that your wardrobe is lacking a bit of spunk or that it’s always same old, same old- then now’s the time to do something different!

Diy’s are always fun to do, especially when we really can’t wear the piece anymore (example: it doesn’t fit). But there are some diy’s that require No Change at all! It’s called: Creative Styling.

Creative styling just requires you to use your imagination to start wearing an item in a completely different way than it was originally intended- WITHOUT altering the piece.

Here are some examples of creative styling:

using a scarf as a belt
Wearing tops front to back
Wearing a jacket as a top
Wearing a cardigan as a wrap-around top
Wearing a dress as a top
Wearing a house duster as an evening top or dress (You’ve seen lots of this happening on this post)
Turning a short dress into a long dress…

The possibilities are endless. Today, I’m gonna do Number 7! See how I turned 3 short dresses into midi looks- just with one skirt!

Here are two of the dresses I creatively styled-up.

This is the way the dress is originally intended to be worn

Wear the dress over the long sheer skirt, plus a belt: Here is Look No. 1

And there you have it! Seriously…How easy was that?

Wanna see the process? Please watch here:

I strongly encourage you to play in your closet and do some Creative Styling of your own! If and when you do- please share and link back to me! I’d love to see what you come up with and will share in my insta stories as well. Enjoy!

In other news…This week my article was featured in Links a la Mode!

Wanna Kick-up Your Style a Notch? Start Wearing your Wanna- be- Kimonos.

This post was featured on Links à la Mode fashion roundup by Independent Fashion Bloggers.

The Friday FASHIONPHILE: Style Inspiration for Quarant-EASTER!

Even if this holy holiday will be celebrated and spent in a completely different way than what we are used to, it doesn’t mean that we can’t dress up in super duper stylish and fun outfits!

I’ve spent some time perusing some of my favourite blogs and Insta feeds (what else can a girl do with so much time on her hands?!)- and found some amazingly stylish looks that I’m obsessed with. Take a look – see if these inspire you as well!

Let’s begin with a gorgeous jumpsuit! Honestly I’ve never seen a more adorable look or perfect fit. The colours sing to me. Check out this gorgeous ray of sunshine, Andrea, on Instagram at: instagram.com/livingoncloudnine9- or her blog: Living on Cloud Nine

The beautiful and ever-so sweet, Jill can be found at her pretty Instagram feed instagram.com/jmary_likes, where all things pink are loved. Here we see her in an adorable jeans look. She’s dressed it up so perfectly that I think this would make such a glam-casual look for Easter. What do you think?

You want beauty, originality and swag- look no forward than to this creative beauty! Find her on Instagram at: instagram.com/ladysoswag Look at the way she owns her looks. This splash of colour is so inspiring!

I am always in awe at how chic and stylish Suzanne makes everything look- even in her casual ootd’s! How sensational is this dress? Effortless beauty. See more of Suzanne’s gorgeous looks over at her blog Crazy Blonde Life or on instagram.com/crazyblondelife

Beauty plus ecclectic for a look to inspire? Then you must visit this gorgeousness over at: instagram.com/the_refashionista (where old is the new new as she puts it!). You cannot imagine the looks she upcycles and puts together- and what a beauty! Check her out and see how she can inspire your look! A mix of patterns for the holiday- perfect!

Elizabeth is truly a sweetheart and a beauty in every sense of the word. If effervescence is your aim- then go check her site- Fashion thrifting-vintage at its best! Fashionable and wholesome and stylish all the way! /For more inspo see: instagram.con/staygoldengirl

Always something new with Morag- and she makes it so fun! How about a splash of red this Easter (red is so in for spring!). If pants are your thing- how cute is this outfit she styled?! Check out this amazing and creative lady over at: instagram.com/mogzee_m

Love me a great vintage find- and that’s what you’ll get with Annette- she’s totally the expert. Her finds are incredible and you should see how she styles them up. How gorgeous is this dress?? Find more incredible looks over at: A Vintage Splendor and at: instagram.com/vintagesplendor

Ok…so you want original, totally unconventional and incredible looks? Then zoom over to instagram.com/affectionatelyaudrey– where Audrey will mesmorize you! How talented is this young soul? Upcycling and making outfits and jewelry in unimaginable ways; reminiscing the past. Such pretty colours for Easter- just look at these outfits!

Caroline, the brilliant Making it in Manhattan Author, is the meaning of true inspiration itself. This girl can put together magical outfits- honestly this is like right out of fashion fantasy paradise. Outfits in the most delicious palettes you can only dream about- that’s what you’ll be guaranteed on her site Making it in Manhttan and on instagram.com/cvazzana. Who would have thought of this delicious sandals and outfit combination- to die for!!

And here’s another fabulous lady who inspires pure, smooth elegance- Jess from Elegantly Dressed and Stylish-she can also be found at: instagram.com/elegantlydressedandstylish. I love the way she wears this easy flowy yellow beauty!

And then, this adorable fashionista; Samantha of The New York Blonde blog, and at: instagram.com/thenyblonde . This cutie has superb taste and such finesse and poise that she makes any outfit look sparkly and glamorous- stuff fairy-tales are made of. Superbly stylish and always ahead of her game- this girl will always inspire you. I love these looks she’s styling, which I think would be so perfectly pretty for Easter!

The beautiful Kelly dresses up with such flair and ease, you’ll certainly get inspiration from all that she wears. You can find more inspiration by follwing her at 50 Shades of Style, also at: instagram.com/50shadesofstylebykelley– I adore this dress on her! It’s one of my favourites- love it for Easter!

How inspired are you after seeing all these fabulous looks?! These ladies are rocking their style- and I encourage you to find yours! Who says you can’t dress up during Quarantine?

Which was your favourite look?

MONDAY LINKS

Glass of Glam

A Pocket Full of Polka Dots

TUESDAY LINKS:

I Do De Claire

Elegantly Dressed and Stylish

Walking in Memphis in High Heels

The Fashion Canvas

Shelbee on the Edge

Style Splash

WEDNESDAY LINKS:

Jersey Girl Texan Heart

Living on Cloud Nine

Rosy Outlook

Seeking Sunshine

Straight A Style Blog

This Blonde Shopping Bag

Is This Mutton

THURSDAY LINKS:

A Labour of Life

High Latitude Style

Doused in Pink

FRIDAY Links:

Shelbee on the Edge

Nancy’s Fashion Style

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Shop Your Closet- Or -These Thrill-of-The- Hunt Places!

Turns out that the perfect jacket I was shopping for, was actually the one I was wearing!

I’ve been rooting for the ‘shop your closet’ concept for a while now over on my Instagram account- and for good reason; it’s an-all-around good thing!

And with all that’s happening in the world today…I feel it’s time we take a closer look at how we live our lives, and put things in perspective…even, (if not more) when it comes to fashion.

Shopping your closet will inspire you to not only feed your creativity, but also entice you to become more caring for our environment. And need I mention how soothing this will be for your pocket?

There is a strong movement towards sustainability, and this includes up and coming, as well as, well established Fashion Designers. Slowly everyone is getting on board- and shopping your closet is a way to start! So my very first suggestion would be to check what you have and get creative. First on my list would be to alter your clothes of course! See my article on that here: Fashionable DIY Styling- A Must!

Yet, there are always some additional pieces that we may have to add to our wardrobe, and purchasing is necessary…However, it can still be done conscientiously. Second-hand rentals or consignment shops are constantly sprouting such as The Real Real for example. Still on the higher end, we also have LXR, which is a concession now available online in the larger department stores. Then there are your swap meets, where ladies meet and swap clothing. There are your local non-profit charities that have set up shop to raise funds for a certain cause; for example here in Montreal we have the Nova shops

And of course, there is always the Salvation Army and Village des Valeurs, to name a few.

I personally love Vintage clothes and those can be found in numerous treasure shops on St. Denis Street and Boul. St. Laurent- One such gem is Boutique 1861. Another that comes to mind if you are on the West Island is La Friperie du village (he has gorgeous designer bags!!!). Montreal, like New York, is filled with these gems- all you need is the thrill of the hunt- and you’ll find what you want! Check out: The Ultimate Guide to Vintage Shopping in Montreal.

Bottom line: Create designer looks that you want, but that also fit your budget.

Here’s another idea: Why not set up a closet dress-up day with some friends? You can arrange to have a swap-time. Or, why not have a good friend come over for some ideas? She could show you how she would style up some of your clothes. Sometimes we might need a fresh pair of eyes to open up or view!

Lastly, here’s how this Montreal Diva re-vamps her looks…just by shopping my closet!

Gucci vibes- just right for a special birthday supper.

Or maybe a chic velvet moment…just look at those sleeves!

And for when work prescribes black- I’ve had this chain little sweater for years and still loving it.

Probably one of my favourite looks for this winter- especially the arm warmers- love!

Cozy sweaters for a dressed-down Saturday look

Speaking of burgundy…My love of jumpsuits had me shopping my daughter’s closet that time!!

Am I the only one crazy for bell-bottoms? Another Saturday look.

This one: Just because mixing prints is my passion. How can I not love this?!

There’s just something about a good coat. Statement piece.

Speaking of Statement pieces: This one is the piece de resistance…My mom’s 1950’s coat

And another pic- just because I can’t resist this delicious coat!

These fabulous, and easy styles are all from my closet. Take the time to play dress-up from your wardrobes, Ladies…You never know what you’re gonna find!

#Confessionoftheday: you’re never too old to walk your own runway!

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