Shop What You Got Challenge Review

Whoops, somehow I forgot to post the last week and a half of my Shop What You Got outfits! I was quite busy with weddings, birthdays and general life, and I had these posts scheduled but still in draft mode. I am combining them so that you can see how I did and read my thoughts on the month.

Day 22- my new tucking in method was used for a monochrome look.


Day 23 going neutral with colour blocking.


Day 24 was back to my basic navy look, with some fun paisley print.


Day 25 was very hot but I glammed up for an evening out, accesorising with a gold clutch.


Day 26 was my first chance to wear this white top!


Day 27 was another navy day- have you guessed my favourite colour to wear yet?


On Day 28 I had a wedding- it was supposed to be a garden wedding and I had planned to wear my pink and black dress, but unfortunately it was pouring with rain, with thunder and hailstorms. I managed to put on my black pants and drape bolero, but broke my 30 items to wear a yellow blouse underneath. It was way too cold to be in a dress and the venue was changed to indoors, so I had to go with my options at the time. No photo either- my boys kept me busy and my husband was working since it was an afternoon wedding.

Day 29 I felt very glam and put together in this leopard print dress.


Day 30 I did a 10k run organised by our local council and so I only wore this outfit for the afternoon.


Overall, I think I did pretty well. I discovered that tucking in my shirts is a great way to smarten up my SAHM outfits, and I also rediscovered my love of plain t shirts.

My four favourite outfits from this month are:

Week One:


Week Two:


Week Three:


Week Four:


For my first week recap, click here.

For my second week recap, click here.

Shop What You Got Week Three Review

Another week of outfits based on 30 items, and my mint t-shirt definitely became one of my staples!

Day 15 was a day of shopping and crafting, so a simple outfit kept me cool and comfortable. Black Basic Slub Tee (Pagani), Miley Sandals (Number One Shoes), Crop Denim Capri (Farmers).



Day 16 was my Mum's 60th birthday, so I glammed up in this Daisy Jacquard Dress with Belt (Farmers). I also put on my High Heeled Ruched Shoes with Ankle Strap (Wild Pair). The dress came with this belt, and some black hoop earrings were the only accessory I needed.



On day 17 I experimented with tucking my Aqua Basic Slub Tee (Pagani) into my Tie Back Drop Hem Black Skirt (Max) then adding a matching belt.



I didn't just want to wear this Ashanti Fit and Flare Dress (Cotton On) by itself for Day 18, so I tied a Navy sleeveless blouse (Paper Scissors) over the top to add some extra interest and paired it with my Julia Blue Sandals (Number One Shoes).



Day 19 and my Aqua Basic Slub Tee (Pagani) was tucked into my basic Black Jeans, also from Pagani.



Day 20 started off cold, so I put my Black Drape Bolero (Blue Illusion) over my Layla Sixties Floral Mini Dress (Boohoo). This was a great outfit for running errands, meeting my Dad for a coffee and taking my sons to dancing lessons.



Day 21 was hot and blustery, so once again I tucked my Aqua Basic Slub Tee (Pagani) into this patterned Paisley Print Skater Skirt (Paper Scissors). The skirt has the same colour or mint in the pattern, and paired with my Miley Tan Sandals (Number One Shoes) it kept me cool.



As you can see, it has been a good week for my Aqua Tee and yes I washed it between wears! I am starting to get the hang of tucking my tops into skirts and pants, as a lot of my tops are too big or have stretched out at the bottom and so tucking them in means that I can still wear them without looking sloppy. Because of my shape, I find it hard to wear oversized tops, so tucking in keeps waist definition and also makes me look a bit more put together.

I am glad the weather is warming up as I haven't had the chance yet to wear one of my skirts or a couple of the sleeveless items, so look out for them next week!

Shop What You Got Week Two Review

It's that time of the week where I share my outfits from the Shop What You Got Challenge!

Day 8 was full of birthday celebrations for family members, so I needed a simple party outfit. I ended up wearing Elegant Pink and Black Ruffle Dress (Sammydress) and High heeled Ruched Shoes with Ankle Strap (Wild Pair).



Day 9 wearing my birthday necklace with Aqua Basic Slub Tee (Pagani) and Basic Black Jeans (Pagani). I haven't been into pagani for ages but splurged after my birthday and discovered that it is still one of my favourite shops! Shoes are my Puma Sports flats.



Day 10 was spent hanging out at home, and so I needed something casual and comfortable. I wore some Black Studded Sandals (Number One Shoes) with a Stripe Panel Tee Shirt from overseas and my JayJays denim shorts.



Day 11 was a beautiful sunny day so I pulled out this Maxi Dress (Sammydress) and paired it with my Miley Sandals (Number One Shoes). These sandlas are on special this weekend for half price and come in black or tan- well worth getting a pair in each colour!



The cooler weather came back for day 12 and so I paired my  Basic Black Jeans (Pagani) with this Striped Chiffon Blouse (Sammydress) and a Cord Jacket from Sportsgirl.



Day 13 is my budget bargain of the week, with these items coming in at $7.50 for the whole outfit! I picked up the jacket, top and jeans at a clothes swap where there was a $4 entry fee, and the necklace was $2.50 at Pagani. The shoes were a birthday gift two years ago.



Day 14-A Public Holiday here today, so we are off to ride miniature trains and have icecream. Due to safety regulations on the trains I have to wear closed toe shoes, but I still pulled out my patterned pants for Printed Pants Friday!



Day 13 was my favourite look of the week. Can you tell I love wearing flats? I really should get some wedges for summer, but I am not purchasing anything this month and had already picked these shoes. I walk about 5 kilometres most days and so heels aren't practical for my day-to-day lifestyle, but I did enjoy the chance to wear heels with my party dress.

Linking up with What Wives Wear and Fashionomics Friday.

Shop What You Got Week One Review

Week One of Shop What You Got has had its ups and downs- I started a day late due to my son being ill and I also ended up with an allergic reaction requiring two doctor visits- but at least I made it through the week with all of my outfits intact!

Day 2- Layla Sixties Floral Mini Dress, (Boohoo) 


Day 3- Striped Chiffon Blouse (Sammydress), Crop Denim Capri (Farmers), Julia Blue Sandals (Number One Shoes)


Day 4- Black Drape Bolero (Blue Illusion), Stripe Panel T-shirt (Marks and Spencer), Basic Black Jeans (Pagani), Black Sports Flats (Puma)


Day 5- Faux Leather Long Sleeved Top (Decjuba), Limited Edition Grey Always Skinny Jeans (GAP), Black Sports Flats (Puma)


Day 6- Ashanti Fit and Flare Dress, (Cotton On), Blue Crop Jacket (Glassons), Miley Tan Sandals (Number One Shoes)


Day 7- Black Basic Slub Tee (Pagani), Indiana Drapey Pant (Cotton On), Black Sports Flats (Puma)
 

I haven't had any double ups yet, apart from shoes, but you will be seeing these some of these items again soon! I would love to know what your favourite outfit was this week.

Linking up with What Wives Wear.

Shop What You Got 2014

This November, I am linking up with Jo from ICurvy to take part in the Shop What You Got Challenge.

The idea is to choose 30 pieces from your wardrobe and use these to create outfits for the whole of November. This includes shoes but excludes underwear and accessories. It also excludes rainwear, gymwear and pajamas.

I am unfortunately starting a day late as my youngest son has been very sick and I was in and out of the observation unit as well as overnight, meaning I only had the clothes I was wearing! Luckily he is back to his usual self and I can begin this challenge.

I do have three birthday celebrations and a wedding coming up in November, as well as four business events, so I kept this in mind when choosing my pieces. There is a mix of dressy, business and casual but these items can all be dressed up and down.

Here are the pieces I have picked to see me through the next thirty days. If these are current market pieces then I have included a link, but a lot of these have been in my closet for a while and I am hoping to breathe new life into them!

Dresses.


Daisy Jacquard Dress with Belt (Farmers), Striped Chiffon Sundress, (Sammydress) Layla Sixties Floral Mini Dress, (Boohoo) Ashanti Fit and Flare Dress, (Cotton On) Elegant Pink and Black Sleeveless Dress (Sammydress).

Jackets and long sleeved items.


Lace Front Cream Jersey (UCW), Brown Cord Jacket (Sportsgirl), Blue Crop Jacket (Glassons), Faux Leather Long Sleeved Top (Decjuba),  Black Drape Bolero (Blue Illusion).

Pants.


Rinsewash Skinny Leg Jeans (JayJays), Crop Denim Capri (Farmers), Indiana Drapey Pant (Cotton On), Limited Edition Grey Always Skinny Jeans (GAP), Basic Black Jeans (Pagani). 

Skirts and shorts.


Denim Shorts (JayJays), Beige Ruffle Skirt (Glassons), Tie Back Drop Hem Black Skirt (Max), Paisley Print Skater Skirt (Paper Scissors). 

T-shirts.


Stripe Panel T-shirt (Marks and Spencer), Navy sleeveless blouse (Paper Scissors), Striped Chiffon Blouse (Sammydress), White Layered Tunic Top with Chiffon Panels (UCW), Aqua Basic Slub Tee (Pagani), Black Basic Slub Tee (Pagani).

Shoes.


Miley Tan Sandals (Number One Shoes), Julia Blue Sandals (Number One Shoes), Black Studded Sandals (Number One Shoes), Black Sports Flats (Puma), High Heeled Ruched Shoes with Ankle Strap (Wild Pair).

Please note that these items do not include a black and white camisole, as I count them as underwear. Some of my tops are sheer so I will need to wear a camisole under these items. The maxi dress also came with a slip dress, so I count that as one item as the maxi dress by itself is also sheer.

Join me over the next month t see how I am getting on- I will be posting my week in review each Friday and linking up with ICurvy.