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Tag Archives: j crew
the moral wardrobe: everyday
This is my favorite skirt. It’s a weird length and a crazy pattern, but it works with almost everything I own. I’m just so happy I can go bare-legged again (sort of – today it’s cold and raining)! It hasn’t … Continue reading
Posted in personal style
Tagged blonde hair, floral skirt, j crew, pixie cut, sandals, the moral wardrobe, thrifted, vintage
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get the look
platinumandrust3 by fracturedradiance on Polyvore I had some fun creating looks from the groovy vintage items I sell at Platinum & Rust. You can shop each look at platinumandrust.etsy.com. I combined pieces in similar sizes, so it’s feasible to purchase … Continue reading
Posted in Styleboards
Tagged americana, casual, etsy, grunge look, j crew, lookbook, platinumandrust, preppy, vintage, women
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the moral wardrobe: hipster button
I really tried to pull off the “hipster button” (all the way buttoned up), but I started to feel like I was suffocating about an hour into this look and had to undo it. In other news, I burnt two … Continue reading
Posted in personal style
Tagged button up blouse, conscientious consumerism, h&m, harem pants, hipster, j crew, preppy, the moral wardrobe, thrifted, vintage
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everlane: know your factory
Clothing company, Everlane, offers an innovative alternative to the typical retail experience by providing specific information about the factories that produce their understated line. image source The Factories tab opens to a map that allows users to click on a … Continue reading
Posted in Brands, Retailers
Tagged american apparel, clothing industry, conscientious consumerism, everlane, factories, fast fashion, j crew, new company, transparency
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the moral wardrobe: angry kitten
My spirit animal is likely an angry kitten: lots of passion, little means of actually taking anyone out. When I saw this cat dress on H&M’s website, I fell for it instantly, even featuring it in a Recipe for Success … Continue reading
recipe for success: black and white + statement hat
sources: hats – one, two, three; dresses – one, two, three; sandals I’ve always loved black and white designs because they make a bold statement with minimal effort. A striped dress pairs perfectly with a vintage-inspired statement hat and simple … Continue reading
Posted in Styleboards
Tagged american apparel, beret, black and white, fair trade, graphic, j crew, mod, people tree, recipe for success, ruche, striped dress, vintage, vintage dress, ways to wear it
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the moral wardrobe: chambray
I know practically every blog/fashion magazine says that chambray is a wardrobe must-have, but I actually have a hard time styling it. You just can’t avoid looking preppy in chambray. I always try to tone it down with tomboy-grunge-eclectic elements. … Continue reading
recipe for success: stripes + full skirt
sources: tops – one, two, three; skirts – one, two, three; shoes* Low profile high tops and striped shirts will always be in my closet. And what’s more spring appropriate than a full circle skirt? What’s your go to outfit? … Continue reading
the moral wardrobe: prep school armadillos
I only wear knee high socks on Wednesdays. I have not yet discovered the subconscious, but nevertheless important, reason my brain has for this. If you ever see me in knee high socks on this blog, know that the photos … Continue reading
Posted in personal style
Tagged armadillo, artisan, ebay, ethical style, etsy, fair trade, home made, j crew, lacoste, minnetonka, personal style, preppy, second hand, shirt dress, southwestern, street style, the moral wardrobe
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the moral wardrobe: dress up
I feel borderline ridiculous in these glasses. But while I still have them to sample, may as well play dress-up. I’m not sure if I’m ready to take the leap into extra large glasses. Maybe I’m just not used to … Continue reading