Thrifting Queen

WIW: Snakeskin & Dots

July 30, 2012

A little bit of pattern mix felt right today - so I started out today's outfit with my polka dot Mother's Day blouse and paired it with my Gap lightweight black trousers. I'm ashamed to say I've only worn these trousers twice since I bought them. I then added my black Clarks sandals, silver/white circle bangle watch and silver ring, and my yellow/cobalt snakeskin clutch (pattern mixing with the polka dots).

What do you think? Does this combination work? How are the proportions to your eye? As always, all comments/suggestions welcome.

Blouse: Winner's
Trousers: Gap
Sandals: Clarks
Watch: thrifted
Ring: local jeweller
Handbag: Trouve

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30 Comments

  • Claudia replied 11 years ago

    LOVE! Really nice, Shannon.

  • jen replied 11 years ago

    Absolutely gorgeous :) xxx

  • Sona replied 11 years ago

    I love how modern this is. Fab look!!

  • modgrl replied 11 years ago

    What a happy pattern mix! Isn't it amazing how snakeskin seems to go with everything?!

  • Diana replied 11 years ago

    Love this, Shannon! The proportions are fabulous to my eye.

  • sarah replied 11 years ago

    Gorgeous. I love the proportions. You'll probably get more wear out of those trousers as we head into fall, don't you think?

  • Angie replied 11 years ago

    KILLER

    Strong, graphic and simple.

  • Kirti replied 11 years ago

    I love this top so much, it looks spectacular on you :-)

  • MNsara replied 11 years ago

    Great proportions, great use of black and white accented by the snakeskin pouch. Nice, clean, modern! Plus, it looks easy (i.e. comfortable) to wear :-) What could be better?

  • Meredith1953 replied 11 years ago

    Such a lovely top on you, and it plays nicely with the black trousers! I love the black bangle and clutch too! You always do such a great job of accessorizing!

  • Meredith1953 replied 11 years ago

    I had to add, that the top is so versatile since it is dressy enough to go out on the town and still work appropriate!

  • JR replied 11 years ago

    I've never noticed before what a nice neck and shoulders you have. I think it is the uncluttered nature of the outfit that is doing it. The print of the blouse adds just the right amount of interest. (I had been imagining it with a scarf or a necklace and decided that no, it works better as is.)

  • MNsara replied 11 years ago

    Oh, yeah! JR is right about your neck and shoulders!

  • Tina replied 11 years ago

    Love it! Your smile is your best accessory but the purse and watch are pretty fab too;)

  • replied 11 years ago

    Wonderful Shannon, and you got a KILLER! Woot! Those black slacks are fab and you need to get them out a little more often, methinks. I love that blouse every time I see it on you. :)

  • Jaime replied 11 years ago

    Love! You should wear those trousers more often!

  • Krista replied 11 years ago

    SCORE!!

    I love how you went with just the watch/ ring/ purse for accessories and left it at that. I'm a bit of an accessories hog, so it's good for me to see the power of simplicity. Thank you!

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Thanks ladies!

    Meredith - just to clarify that the bangle watch is actually silver chrome, not black. I realize the close up photo makes it looks dark.

    JR & Sara: thanks for the lovely compliment regarding my neck and shoulders. It's the one place on my body that doesn't have any extra fat (lol)!

  • rae replied 11 years ago

    I love how simple this is - it really lets the prints do the talking! Super cool.

  • MsMary replied 11 years ago

    You look great! But hey -- ditch the shame! There will be plenty of chances to wear those fab black pants once the weather cools off!!

  • greenglove replied 11 years ago

    I think it all works, love the mix of pattern and texture!
    You nailed the proportions!

  • Janet replied 11 years ago

    This may be one of my favorite looks on you! I'm loving snakeskin right now -- I might have to find another snakeskin item (I have one clutch and a pair of sandals, and I feel like maybe booties or something else might make an appearance in the fall).

    I love that ring too!

  • KathyL replied 11 years ago

    Great outfit! I love that blouse on you. Very classic, chic look!

  • Vicki replied 11 years ago

    Ohhhhhhhh, Shannon, I love that top! With the pants and your snakeskin, it's a fantastic look on you! LOVE it. ;)

  • JulieJohn replied 11 years ago

    Classy! You are glowing.

  • Astrid replied 11 years ago

    This is wonderful! You look great, I love that top on you.

  • Victoria replied 11 years ago

    Awesome look and I LOVE the clutch!

  • Beth Ann replied 11 years ago

    I adore this top on you Shannon! And the proportions are great.

  • christy replied 11 years ago

    STUNNING!! This is an incredible outfit on you. In fact, I think it might be one of my absolute favorites of yours.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Thank you all. This blouse was actually my first foray into the world of volume and I absolutely love it. This clutch is also turning out to be a favourite.

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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.