Layered

Sometimes I'm so caught up in shopping for new things that I forget about some old things in my closet that are still pretty fabulous, like this satin brushstroke top. It's sleeveless, but with a few extra layers, perfectly wearable.

I know I really need to focus more on shopping my own closet, it is the trendy, budget conscientious thing to do after all. 

P.S. Time is running out to enter the Shabby Apple $50 gift card giveaway!

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The Rundown
Brushstroke Top Macy's similar
Green Button Down Old Navy similar
Velvet Leggings Thrifted and altered similar
 Quilted Leather Vest The Cedar Chest similar
Boots Madden Girl similar
Willis Bag Coach Thrifted
Bracelets Thrifted, Kohls
Watch c/o Caravelle by Bulova via Lucky Fabb
Hammered Ring Thrifted similar
Sunglasses Ray-Ban Emma
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35 comments

  1. Ali HvalJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:05 AM

    It can be hard to shop your own closet when there are so many cute things all the time. I should do the same as you, though. I haven't been shopping in a month and I'm kind of proud of myself! I guess that's a good and bad thing. :)

    But I love how you're wearing your quilted vest with all those colorful layers underneath. That vest was such a good piece to buy!

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  2. Closet FashionistaJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    Woohoo for awesome layering! I agree, I get caught up in new pieces a lot too and forget about my old stand bys, I really need to try and be good and not shop anymore :p
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  3. UnknownJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    What a great vest!

    girlavantgarde.com

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  4. & Pretty ThingsJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    I agree, I'm always so caught up with buying new things that I forget how much I love the things in my own closet!

    & i love your quilted vest!

    & Pretty Things

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  5. TashiaJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    There you go with those awesome velvet leggings again! I love them. Layering a sleaveless top under a vest and button down was a great idea.

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  6. christineJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    I know, it's so hard to shop in one's own closet sometimes when there's so many new things out in the stores that are just so fabulous and sometimes just too affordable not to get!! If you don't want to shop in your closet, can I shop in it?? Haha! I love love love this Lydia - that vest just tops it off!!

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  7. Style JourneyJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    I really like the layering and colors in this outfit.

    It's hard to shop your own closet sometimes, but once I cleaned and re-organized mine, I felt a renewed love of the clothes I already own. Pinterest helps too :) Heather

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  8. LondynJanuary 22, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    I agree - I need to get better at doing that too!

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  9. LorenaJanuary 22, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    I know but why is it so difficult !?
    When I buy new things i put them in another closet so i remember they exist - which i think is the reason i sometimes forget to look in the other closet.

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  10. Brandy SaldanaJanuary 22, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    Good for you to be shopping your own closet! That is the best way to be budget friendly. I love the layers and all of your arm candy=D

    Brandy
    willbakeforshoes.com

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    I like it! I'm waiting for winter!!

    kiss

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  12. RaquelitaJanuary 22, 2013 at 11:56 AM

    I love the color palette here and that vest is fantastic! I'm trying really hard to stick to a budget right now and do more shopping in my own closet.

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  13. UnknownJanuary 22, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    love all the layers! shopping in your closet, it's the best- especially if you have treasures like that vest!!!

    xo. c & v
    cake & valley

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  14. AnnieJanuary 22, 2013 at 2:26 PM

    I'm in love with your layering here - so fabulous! And I really need to start shopping my closet more too :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    You always have such great accessories, I love the bracelets here.

    amanda

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  16. kJanuary 22, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    very cute look. put your animal print jacket back on!

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  17. TaraMixandMatchJanuary 22, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    This is such a cute layered look! I love just the hint of print peeking out!

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  18. silvergirlJanuary 22, 2013 at 7:35 PM

    Love the look you created here
    Just did the same with a sleeves top I had forgotten about myself
    Brett

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  19. LisaJanuary 22, 2013 at 8:06 PM

    Lyddie, you are getting a lot of mileage from that wonderful quilted vest. I love it so.

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  20. jannatul12January 22, 2013 at 9:20 PM

    you look amazing!!!

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  21. RebeccaJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:14 PM

    I like that top, and your layers look nice and warm.

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  22. Megan, TfDiaries.comJanuary 23, 2013 at 12:08 AM

    i have that top! love it on you... Xo Megan, www.TfDiaries.com

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  23. Rachel AshelyJanuary 23, 2013 at 1:05 AM

    One of my favorite fashion trends...layering! Love it!

    Xo,
    Rachel Ashley
    http://fashionablyliving.com

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  24. The Small Fabric Of My LifeJanuary 23, 2013 at 1:31 AM

    I must do that more. I need a big sort out. I love your olive blouse.

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  25. katieJanuary 23, 2013 at 1:51 AM

    I love seeing how you're wearing this quilted leather vest, it looks so cool and earthy-edgey with the olive green top! It's always fun to find tops that you forget about at the back of the closet, I just found a few that I'd completely forgotten!

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  26. MicaJanuary 23, 2013 at 6:09 AM

    Really like the layering with the printed top underneath peeking through :)

    AwayFromTheBlue.blogspot.com.au

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  27. HeatherJanuary 23, 2013 at 6:48 AM

    Great layering, and I love that olive color! I so need to shop my own closet more too :)

    XO
    Pearls & Paws

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  28. jessJanuary 23, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    I like the colors in this look.

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  29. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    I'm loving your quilted vest still. Cute look.

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  30. nancy @ adore to adornJanuary 23, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    I totally know what you mean about forgetting what you have. My husband pokes fun at me for that. I have to say that I agree with him and you on it! It makes me feel badly for forgetting that I should be wearing what I have!
    Cute look. Love the green!
    xo,
    nancy

    http://adoretoadorn.blogspot.com

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  31. A Very Sweet BlogJanuary 23, 2013 at 3:11 PM

    very cool layering! i love that quilted vest.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  32. UnknownJanuary 24, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    I like that you just get a peek of the pattern so it doesn't distract from all the other cool stuff going on. The high neck of the brushstroke top looks so good.

    Please just go away with that dress.

    Also, I got an apartment. Moving in on Feb. 15th, thankfully it's after fashion week.

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  33. JewishGirlBlogJanuary 24, 2013 at 3:08 PM

    I love the way you're working the layers here. Is there anything better on mild winter days than a quilted, sleeveless vest?

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  34. So Work Week ChicJanuary 24, 2013 at 9:43 PM

    Now this is how you do layers. So chic with texture, rich tones and printed detail. Suite!
    www.living-thesuite-life.blogspot.com

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  35. ZuleyJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:35 PM

    I'm starting to shop my own closet and have found that a lot of stuff doesn't fit. HA! So anyone know a good tailor around Sacramento?



    zuleyb.blogspot.com

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