You know I’m not a fashion blogger, but …
Today I’m a fashion blogger!
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Let’s Talk About Target Style
Target has been the source of some of my favorite pieces of clothing lately.
I’m not a fan of fast-fashion, but I find the pieces from Target to be good quality and they last.
I usually pair a Target piece with other pieces in my closet a little higher up the food chain.
You know … the high low thing.
However, on my last Target run I picked up these three pieces that work well together and I’ve already worn this outfit multiple times.
It’s casual and comfortable and a (big) step up from my regular weekday look … sweatpants athleisure.
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THE SWEATER … I’m a sucker for anything blue and white and if it comes in a stripe … I’m all in. This blue and white striped sweater leapt into my cart on the way to the Lean Cuisine aisle.
I’m not in love with the new hip length, 80’s style, bulky sweaters. How do you feel about them? I got comfortable with a lengthier sweater covering my backside. Now I worry about how my 59-year-old behind looks and I’m afraid it’s not good. That said, the simultaneous return to a higher waisted jean, which tends to be more flattering to the derriere, is a mixed blessing. I find them stiff and uncomfortable. Like all style shifts, we adjust. Sigh.
THE CARGO PANT … as far as I’m concerned, a lightweight cargo pant is the next best thing for comfort when a sweat pant just won’t do. I’m getting out and about more these days which means my beloved sweatpants are spending more time home alone.
THE TEE … with the addition of a long-sleeved white tee I had a cart full of groceries AND a new outfit.
Side note: Target has the best tees … long sleeve and short sleeve. More on that later.
Oh my gosh, my new ensemble matches my Valentine’s Day lunch with friends table.
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Pro tip: Always dress to match your table setting.
Just kidding.
Ok, let’s finish the outfit.
I paired my new outfit with a Sarah Flint loafer.
I love a loafer.
Who am I kidding, I love all shoes.
Looks like these loafers are sold out, but the Natalie flat is similar.
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Yay!
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So far, I’ve worn my new Target outfit five times.
Five times!
That’s about $8 per wear.
Practically free.
SHOP THE LOOK ~
Target Cargo Pant Two Ways
Last week I met my friend, Kim of Northern California Style for lunch in her charming little town.
Jim’s son is getting married there next month.
Kim is so sweet and showed me around the town’s cute shops and restaurants.
Now I can provide a little advance info to our friends and family coming in for the wedding.
Kim has amazing style.
Obviously.
And I wanted to elevate my game a bit.
I left the blue and white stripe sweater at home and replaced it with a short sleeved white tee and my Ralph Lauren pinstripe blazer.
I love a blazer.
It dresses up any outfit … pants, skirts, dresses.
Even sweatpants???!
Kim snapped this picture in the coolest home store.
I slipped into my Sarah Flint loafers.
Donned my Burberry sunnies.
And to be extra fancy, tied a scarf to my Mark and Graham tote.
Et voila … ready for lunch with our Northern California Style icon.
SHOP THE LOOK ~
Let’s get back to where we started … Target Style
Last week, while waiting in line at the store, a woman asked where I bought my teal cardigan.
When I told her Target, she laughed and said she recently bought a similar cardigan for $300.
Along with the cardigan I bought these super lightweight chinos.
They’ll take me through spring and summer.
And more white tees.
I consider myself a t-shirt connoisseur and in my opinion Target Universal Thread tees are the best.
I’m often disappointed with how quickly other, more expensive, t-shirts deteriorate, shrink and look a little schlumpy.
The weight of the fabric, the slightly capped sleeve (always flattering), and the length are perfect.
They’re the ultimate layering piece.
I wear one nearly every day as a layer or, in warmer months, by itself.
My t-shirts get a lot of washes.
Although they’re washed more gently these days.
(Did you read about my new and evolving laundry routine?)
And they hold up.
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So, there you have it … my first fashion post.
I’m curious to know what you think.
Does this sort of post interest you?
Please let me know.
I’ll be back on Saturday.
Along with Kim from Northern California Style and Elizabeth from Pinecones & Acorns.
To share the things that got our attention this week.
Spoiler alert … I might have a Super Bowl food idea.
Or two.
As always, I appreciate your visit and welcome your thoughts in the comments below.
Until Saturday, cheers from Snowberry!
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