Thrifting Queen

WIW: VC Banded Tee & Leather Collared Blazer

December 13, 2012

I decided it was time to get over my self consciousness and wear the VC teal/black banded tee I bought via NAS. Because it's quite body con, I decided to top it with a blazer. I chose my slightly dressier leather collared tux-style blazer because I don't wear it very often, although love it, and then scrunched the sleeves to bring it down to a wee bit more casual vibe for work. I've paired the blazer and tee with a simple pair of black trousers which amazingly enough, match in black tone to the blazer. So I guess it kind of makes a "pseudo suit".

Footwear consists of my trusty Clarks shooties. This is the style of outfit that I'm considering would be "amped" up by the addition of the Jeffrey Campbell strap-over oxfords with the metal plate heel that I posted.

Jewelry is a chunky mixed metal wrap around bracelet and I'm using one of the fabulous clutches Sona sent me - I love the pattern mix of the snakeskin print with the striped tee and how the darkest teal colour in the clutch matches the teal in the tee.

What do you think? Does it all work? As always, all comments/suggestions welcome.

Blazer: Nygard (thrifted)
Tee: Vince Camuto
Trousers: NJP Petite
Shoes: Clarks
Clutch: Sona
Bracelet: Cleo Petite

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33 Comments

  • Day Vies replied 11 years ago

    I love the clutch with the top. The colors go together but they don't "match". The zigzags create a nice back drop for the "suit". I think it's a great shape for your body and another great outfit.

  • Sona replied 11 years ago

    you really did pick the best VC banded top for your coloring. The teal is utterly butterly fab on you. And wowza for getting the clutch to pick up the colors!!

    Teal-icious!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    :))

  • replied 11 years ago

    I like this Shannon! The blazer still shows the detail of the top, but if it makes you feel more comfortable so you wear the top, then perfect!

  • missvee replied 11 years ago

    This is so clean and simple and yet so flattering. Is this the way you think your style is heading? You've got colour and texture and pattern, but nothing shouts look at me. I like it!

  • Jaime replied 11 years ago

    Looking good! I can totally see this with the Jeffrey Campbell shoes but I hate to be a horrible enabler...love what you are doing with the clutches also!

  • Emily replied 11 years ago

    So fab, Shannon! The jacket looks like a perfect fit and the top is gorgeous, I hope you wear it often. I love the pattern mixing with the zig-zag top and snakeskin clutch. I bet the top and jacket would look good with white trousers/jeans in spring...

  • Beth Ann replied 11 years ago

    Gorgeous! Simple, with a great silhouette and perfect fits. Very flattering, and the bracelet is a perfect bit of bling!

  • Amy replied 11 years ago

    You knocked it out of the ballpark!

  • Raisin replied 11 years ago

    I can't believe you're self conscious about that top, it's fab! I love this outfit, probably one of my favorite of yours!

  • Sara L. replied 11 years ago

    I love the top with the blazer! It seems like the perfect way to wear the top since it makes you a little self conscious.

  • Angie replied 11 years ago

    #4 is KILLER

    Your style is evolving :)

    Keep warm!!

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Angie - may I ask "how" you see my style evolving? where do you think it's going?

    Thanks all for your sweet comments! I also tried my black vest instead of the blazer and think it will work as well as another way to show off the top without feeling self conscious.

  • Angie replied 11 years ago

    You're moving away from Retro and adding in more Modern.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Very interesting...I think I commented on that in my outfit post with the green tweed jacket and that is why I questioned keeping it because I wasn't sure that style was still "my" style.

    I also recently re-thrifted that winter white 3/4 sleeve swing jacket/blazer that I had because it just didn't feel like me anymore and I had absolutely no desire to ever wear it again.

    Hmmmm....

  • Sveta replied 11 years ago

    I think it is amazing! Suprisingly I like teal and black together and that clutch is just a cherry on top of a very delishious outfit.

  • Tina.b replied 11 years ago

    This outfit is such a perfect fit. The shape of that blazer is just wonderful. And the teal, love!

  • Ornella replied 11 years ago

    Excuse me for asking, buy why on Earth was this divine top rotting in your wardrobe until now? I now give you "Wear this once a week" challenge to make up for the time lost.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Ornella - that's quite the challenge! It's been sitting because at my current weight, I did not think it was completely flattering worn on its own (a little too much "exposure" if you know what I mean). However, I decided I'm okay with it as long as there's a topper - so with this blazer, or my black leather jacket or even my black vest or denim jacket. Just not on its own - not yet anyway.

    Thanks Sveta - I agree the clutch is just perfect with this - thanks to Sona!

    Thanks Tina!

  • Suz replied 11 years ago

    Shannon, you look fab!

    And I was going to say exactly the same thing Angie did - you are moving from retro to more modern.

    Guess what? So am I. Is this a function of seeing so many of Angie's great outfits? I wonder. Or is it just tiring of some of the thrift "failures." I really don't know in my case, but I am disenchanted with my more retro pieces (at least many of them.)

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    I'm not sure where the shift is coming from either Suz - for me, part of it relates to the "fuss factor" as you call it. I'm enjoying a cleaner look with less pieces on so that there is greater ease of movement, no "over heating", and it makes me feel more powerful in a strange way. I also find this new trend to be more figure flattering which is becoming more important to me.

    I think there is a danger with retro/vintage looking like a costume and as I'm getting older, I worry more about that. I don't want it to look like I'm actually wearing MY old clothes because I'm now old enough to have worn some of those pieces the first time around - does that make any sense?

    Having said that there are still some retro pieces I will always keep and wear/use: my red polka dot silk jacket and my grey vintage patent leather handbag to name a few. These can be incorporated into a modern outfit and will still work IMO. Plus - I just love them!

  • Carole replied 11 years ago

    Does it work! And how! The top and clutch were made for each other. You look fab!

  • modgrl replied 11 years ago

    You look so long and lean in this outfit! I love it on you. These pieces do feel really fresh, especially with the day time clutch. I look forward to the time when I don't have to carry my life around with me and can actually sport a day time clutch!

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Thanks Carole - isn't it amazing how well the clutch and top work together?

    Rita - one day you will definitely ROCK the daytime clutch! "Long and lean" - like music to my ears - lol!

  • catgirl replied 11 years ago

    Shannon, you look amazing! I see nothing overly-bodycon about the top - it's just a beautiful fit. My friend tried on the same top yesterday but was too cheap to buy it even on sale.

  • Sarah A replied 11 years ago

    The top is to die for and i like the suit like pairing matching the jacket and pant color. Simple.... lovely! Your awesome clutch takes this look to the next level :)

  • Atlantia replied 11 years ago

    Shannon, this is great. The stripes are so flattering, and the colors are great. I love that your blacks wound up matching, because this is a great suit look. And, of course, your skill with clutch matching is fantastic.

  • Suz replied 11 years ago

    Shannon, just made it back here now to continue this conversation.

    I think I share some of your concerns, that certain retro or vintage items might simply make me appear dated vs. funky. I also agree that I will always love some vintage items, and other new items that are vintage inspired. My black crepe jacket, even though consigned is not truly vintage. But with its 3 button stance and shawl collar and pleats it seems to have a vintage vibe. Well, I don't care - I love it. I love how it looks on me, and I love it in itself. I will only get rid of it when a much better replacement comes along or when it wears out.

    Hmmm. It will be interesting to see where we both take this balance.

  • MsLuna replied 11 years ago

    Lovely as always, Shannon!

  • Deborah replied 11 years ago

    Stunning I it's simplicity! I naive been waiting to see this top:). You really should wear this more often.

  • christieanne replied 11 years ago

    What a fantastic non-suit Suit! You could go anywhere in that outfit and simply fit right in! Lovely color for you and the purse with top is too perfect.

  • CocoLion replied 11 years ago

    Very pretty and flattering. You look really good in black, I'm jealous. I think I've pointed that out, right (the looking good in black, not the envy part)?

  • Vicki replied 11 years ago

    Hello banded tee twin! You look polished and amazing in the VC top (mine's red and black) and how cool your black separates work so well together. Love Sona's teal touch with it. P.S. You are a lot braver than I am or I need to reinvigorate my social calendar as I have yet to wear my body-con stripes out. This helps! :)

  • lynne replied 11 years ago

    Perfection!

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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.