Thrifting Queen

WIW: Houndstooth, slouchy & oxfords

November 5, 2012

Arrrrghhhh....my computer was NOT working this morning at home (some software glitch) so my photos I took at home wouldn't load. But sweet Kristin offered to quickly snap a couple of pics at work so I could still post my WIW (thank you Kristin!).

My outfit started with my new Gap ivory/navy houndstooth sweater. It's beautifully soft, non itchy and just a wee bit oversized. This is my first item from Gap's petite line which is finally available in Canada and I couldn't be more pleased - sleeves that are the right length! I paired the sweater with my black slouchy trousers, red belt for a hit of colour and my black/white Sara oxfords. My handbag for today is my red quilted one for another infusion of red. Over top everything when I head out the door is my black cape coat.

What do you think? Does this all work together? Proportions ok? As always, all comments/suggestions welcome.

Sweater: Gap
Trousers: Lord & Taylor (altered)
Belt: Danier Leather
Shoes: Doc Martens
Handbag: Nine West (thrifted)
Coat: Club Monaco (thrifted)

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25 Comments

  • Suz replied 11 years ago

    It's the sexy saddle-shoe look!

    The sweater is adorable on you, Shannon. And when Citygrl sees it, I predict she'll want to copy!

  • rae replied 11 years ago

    Black and white and red all over! So happy you now have access to the Gap petites line - looks like their measurements fit you to a T!

  • replied 11 years ago

    Perfect styling, sweater twin!
    I almost lucked out on it too, My regular GAP size was a bit too snug so I needed to size up. I guess I took too long getting to the store, the sweater is sold out in NYC and online. The store was able to find me a return that had just come in!

  • Astrid replied 11 years ago

    Oh, great new sweater, it's so flattering on you! Love the whole outfit, very cool.

  • Kiwichik replied 11 years ago

    Absolutely works - love the cape.

  • Angie replied 11 years ago

    SO CUTE :)

    You are more huggable and adorable in each outfit post.

    I hereby crown you Queen Perfect Petite Style.

  • Day Vies replied 11 years ago

    I am wearing that exact same sweater today! Of course I think it's super cute!

    This would work out so much better Shannon if you weren't peeking in my window ;-)

  • K. Period. replied 11 years ago

    Love the outfit! I just want to take that picture and post it everywhere and say "Take that everyone who says that petites can't wear bold prints!" It just has to be the right one. You look amazing! Bold, fashionable, sassy. Fantastic all around.

  • shedev replied 11 years ago

    I want to copy. Shannon you wear houndstooth so well.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Hey there sweater triplets Zap and Day Vies! Don't you just love this sweater?

    Thanks Suz, Rae, Astrid, Kiwi, K and Shevdev!

    Angie - I'm humbled by my new title :)

  • Day Vies replied 11 years ago

    Absolutely, I love this sweater. I have it in a petite size as well and it's very soft and warm.

    The warm factor is why I wore it today rushing out the door with not much time to ponder multiple layers. Mine is more fitted because a looser crew neck on me is not that flattering.

  • Carole replied 11 years ago

    That is one fun outfit, Shannon! Love it all.

  • MsMary replied 11 years ago

    *plonk*

  • Ariadne replied 11 years ago

    Oh my GOSH. I love this so much. You're hitting it out of the park these days, Shannon! You look about a billion times better than the Gap model in this sweater. Good thing I'm trying to SYC or I'd be ordering it!

  • Mochi replied 11 years ago

    That new houndstooth sweater is gonna be a workhorse for sure! It's both stylish and, may I add, a bit punky! (in a good way). You look so cute. Wow, you have a graceful, gazelle-like neck--I'm jealous. You can wear all those scarves that would stumpify my stubby neck.

  • Isabel replied 11 years ago

    WOW ! and WOW, again. You look fantastic. You look very thin and long to me......

  • catgirl replied 11 years ago

    Love it! I had you and Zap and Natalie in mind when I posted about this sweater. You look outrageously amazing, and I am so glad you can get petites now!

  • CocoLion replied 11 years ago

    Your styling skills have become so advanced Shannon. Everything is perfectly proportioned, accessorized and textured here. You leave me nothing to tweak.

  • Sandy replied 11 years ago

    I love that sweater! And the whole outfit works, I love the pops of red and the red lip as well. This outfit is great all around.

  • Mona replied 11 years ago

    This outfit is definitely one of the best. The sweater is gorgeous on you. So tempted to buy this right now!

  • Sona replied 11 years ago

    love the new sweater and that coat is very chic too!

  • Jaime replied 11 years ago

    You had me at the title! (Scheming to find a houndstooth sweater and copy.)

  • replied 11 years ago

    Shannon, you are looking so great with these retro-inspired outfits. Love them.

  • Deborah replied 11 years ago

    Love this outfit. That sweater is just SO fab.

  • goldenpig replied 11 years ago

    OMG I love this! Houndstooth is one of my favorite patterns and black/white/red is one of my favorite color combos! And of course the matchy matchy belt/bag/lipstick. The cape coat is to die for too! Another Shannon grand slam!

    Una, thanks for thinking of me! I missed the original thread, but I totally would love a houndstooth sweater like this! Only it would probably be a midriff baring length on me right now, LOL! And think I tend to look better in V neck rather than crew neck sweaters, something about my neckline shape, I guess? I'm trying to think if I own any crew-neck sweaters...I think they're all V or cowl necks!

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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.