Thrifting Queen

WIW: Cobalt Blue & Black with a hint of yellow

September 18, 2012

I'm really into the colour combo of black and blue these days - all shades of blue. So today I'm breaking out my new short sleeved silk-blend cobalt and black blouse. It also has side panels in a blush tone which I really like and think gives it even more interest. I've paired the blouse with a simple pair of wider legged black trousers and then for warmth outside (and in the office if it's too chilly) I've topped it with my black/charcoal herringbone blazer. I have a fair bit of running around to do at work today so am wearing my incredibly comfortable Clarks shooties. For jewelry I've added a dark blue bracelet and am using my cobalt/black/yellow clutch for more pattern mixing and another pop of colour.

What do you think? does it all work together? colours and proportions good? As always, all comments/suggestions welcome.

Blazer: Gap (thrifted and altered)
Blouse: Attitude by Jay Manuel
Trousers: NJP Petite
Shoes: Clarks
Bracelet: thrifted
Handbag: Trouve

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32 Comments

  • Jaime replied 11 years ago

    Another winner Shannon! I especially love how the handbag zipper picks up the blue and the yellow and blue together.

  • ramya replied 11 years ago

    Shannon you are amazing :)

  • Claudia replied 11 years ago

    Very sharp combo. Shannon, you look quite long and lean in this outfit.

  • missvee replied 11 years ago

    That top is amazing! Is that the line that Sears carries? You have the best luck with your shopping!

  • Sona replied 11 years ago

    well done! I love the complete look very much! Thanks for lso showing us all the wonderful individual items that went into ' le complet'

  • Suz replied 11 years ago

    Okay. Here is PROOF POSITIVE that horizontal stripes do NOT necessarily make a person look shorter or wide. You look like a long drink of deep, still water in that, Shannon! It's a gorgeous look for you!

    I adore this colour combo, too. I admit I am having a tough time thinking of giving up that black VC top for fit issues when I love it so much with the cobalt skirt....

  • MNsara replied 11 years ago

    Such a chic outfit - that top is especially slimming - due to the sidepanels? - and the bold colors are very flattering on you! I'd keep this one handy for a FFBO outfit. . .

    P.S. I have seen your clutch recently at Nordstrom Rack and SO cute IRL too. It made me smile to think 'that's Shannon's!'

  • Beth Ann replied 11 years ago

    This is one of my favorite color combinations, as well. I avoided it for a decade or so, thinking it was too "1990," but I'm so happy to see it back in such a strong, modern way!

    This outfit has great polish and ease - great for a busy, physical day at work.

  • RedM replied 11 years ago

    You're always so put together but fun.

  • Deborah replied 11 years ago

    This gets an A+ in my books for figure flattery. The top is devine, those colors are wonderful. The whole outfit works so well and I LOVE the clutch with this.

  • Joy replied 11 years ago

    This outfit has so much going on in a quiet way. I can see why you love black and blue. You have renewed my hunger for something cobalt. Those Clark's look like stylish workhorses.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    missvee - yes, this is from the Jay Manuel line at Sears. I have two other tops and one dress from his line and they are all fab - well constructed, wash and dry fabulously and are workhorses in my wardrobe. Plus if you go when they have their sale, extremely well priced. This top was only $19!

    Sona - I've decided to add a close up pic with my WIW posts of accessories so that people can see the details which don't always show up in photos.

    MNsara - that's so sweet that you thought of me when you saw the clutch! Isn't it pretty?

    Joy - I bought these Clarks two years ago as my "practical" shoes and they are so comfortable. I always grab these when I have a lot of walking to do.

    Thank you Shevia, ramya, Claudia, Suz, BethAnn, RedM, and Deborah!

  • rae replied 11 years ago

    Shannon, you are unstoppable! LOVE blue with black, and this outfit is certainly no exception.

  • JulieJohn replied 11 years ago

    Shannon, you look lovely. I just want to take a moment to highlight how much I love your "final photo" that you've been doing. It's the one that shows all the accessories close up, and sometimes a cat as well. It helps me understand the outfit more - I guess I'm a touchy-feely person and this is the closest I can get to touching all the items for their tactile interest.

  • morethanbeige replied 11 years ago

    I also love the combo of blue and black and thanks for showing a great example.

  • Elly replied 11 years ago

    I love the look, I love the clutch--- is it just me or does the nude fabric on this top kind of stick outwards sometimes? Is it a little too big under the arms? IDK why, but it bugs me!

  • Ingunn replied 11 years ago

    Ah, more black and blue! The combination is awesome, Shannon, you look amazing! I really love the hints of yellow, they add that little extra. I want that bag... Wonderful, well thought out and executed! I liked Suz' description of your lines!

  • jen replied 11 years ago

    Another one of my favourites you look so slim in this outfit, very flattering :)

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Thank you Rae, Julie, MTB, Elly, Ingunn and Jen! I appreciate your lovely comments.

    Elly - the blouse's style is a bit boxy and voluminous which is why you may think it's a bit big under the arms. But it does fit.

  • unfrumped replied 11 years ago

    I am not a purse-person, and I have handbag envy. Yours is my idea of the perfect amount of pop while still blendy.

  • rachylou replied 11 years ago

    Boy you are on a roll! Sharp!

  • annagybe replied 11 years ago

    Nicely done! I'm a sucker for stripes. I wonder if I should include more detail shots in my WIW's.

  • catgirl replied 11 years ago

    Oh, this is awesome. I love it without the jacket especially . You look skinny in horizontal stripes - explain to me the secret, please!

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    I would love to see detail shots with your WIW posts Anna - I'm finding I'm more and more interested in texture and patterns and how things mesh together, which doesn't always show well in an outfit post.

    Una - I have no idea why horizontal stripes work for me. It's like the striped VC black and white tee from last year. Does anybody know why???

  • replied 11 years ago

    I like the shirt a lot better with trousers! Looks great to me.

  • catgirl replied 11 years ago

    Or... have you lost weight? : ) Whatever you're doing, YLF!

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    I actually am down a bit in weight - my new endocrine meds dosage is working. I feel so much better!

  • Carole replied 11 years ago

    Ok, so how do you find the perfect clutch for an outfit like this? Love it all!

  • Angie replied 11 years ago

    Graphic, gorgeous and elegant. Actually prefer the outfit sans the jacket!

    Love you in blue. Glad you have fallen back in love with the colour :)

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    You'll be happy to know that my office was quite comfortable today so only wore the jacket to and from the car :)

  • Angie replied 11 years ago

    *big smile*

  • MsMary replied 11 years ago

    OMG I love this! That top is just amazing -- the side panels make you look super long and lean!!! And the whole outfit just sings!

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I started playing dress up when I was 4 years old and haven't stopped since! My income doesn't match my tastes so it's all about figuring out how to thrift my way to a fashionable life while tossing in a few delectable items.