Top: Loft – size XXSP (similar here)
Jacket: H & M swing – size 2 (similar here or see navy version)
Skirt: Petite Sophisticate thrifted- size 0 (similar here in longer or here)
Necklace: Thrifted vintage Monet (similar here)
I’ve had a lot of emails asking how do I afford so many clothes and the answer to that is because I am thrifty! I wanted to show that you do not have to spend a lot of money to look professional or polished so I will be starting a series of posts that break down each outfit. Here is a break down of each piece I am wearing down to the belt, jewelry and shoes all for under $100.
Everything totals $96.25! All pieces were on sale/thrifted except for the H & M swing jacket which I had a coupon for. Nonetheless, it was not full retail price. Sorry about the necklace not showing up so here is a close-up below.
So the point of this post is yes you can definitely look put together on a budget! I am always about saving a buck because every bit helps. My go to outfit is usually a skirt (or dress), top/shell and a blazer or jacket and heels. In the past year, I have luckily been able to collect a lot of petite friendly belts so I try to add a belt to every outfit if possible. I have been slowing adding accessories/jewelry to my wardrobe w/the help of blogging and now I feel nude when I don’t have any on.
I hope you enjoyed this post! Have a great weekend everyone! Stay tuned for Part 3 of my Ann Taylor giveaways! 🙂
Thank you for this idea!!
Great look!
You look great, Annie! You did an amazing job pairing all these colors together!
I am with you…the petite blogging community has taught me that belts and other accessories pull an outfit together so nicely!
Thanks for the break-down, Annie!
I too have wondered how your outfits add up money-wise. I think more petites need to understand that it doesn't cost a small fortune to get clothes that fit.
I LOVE you [whole] top here; orange is my color of the moment and that thrifted necklace looks great!
I hate shopping…but I love online shopping! Do you ever find good deals online or are the best deals still found in stores on the clearance racks? Thanks for posting this…it is good to know you don't have to pay full price to look great! : )
i love this combo! it's a darker bold ensemble for pre-fall – loveee! you are such a deal seeker, the only way to shop for our crazy blog-induced addictions hahaha. i'm going to have to look for that swing jacket now!
This outfit is gorgeous…and it's true, you don't have to spend a ton to look amazing!
This is a very luxe outfit! I could have sworn it would have been more than $100. Love the bold colors. And I can't figure out which piece I love the most, the orange jacket or that purple skirt!
I love this color combination. So vibrant! Orange and deep purple go so well together. Great outfit, Annie!
I'm like everyone else and love this color combination 😉
the colors go so well together! you are getting good at this match-making 🙂
Great post you look so pretty! I love this outfit
Thank you for the breakdown! My goal is to look more put-together, and this shows me it's possible to do it on a budget. Looking forward to more posts like this. 🙂
Your sandals are cute! Did you get a new camera lens? Your pics look different, but I like 'em!
You look great! I am so curious to go thrift shopping, I can't wait to see what I can find.
@The Little Dust Princess I did get a new lens a couple months ago for my bday:-)
this jacket looks incredible on you!! so perfect that i NEED one like that now! 🙂