Have an old sweatshirt that needs sprucing up before tossing out? Or perhaps, like me, you're looking for the perfect casual-meets-cool sweatshirt.
I found this sweatshirt at Giant Tiger for $4 (what?!); they also had black and navy (which I may go back for another at that price). The great thing about the price too is if you screw it up, it's not a huge deal. Read on to see how I made this masterpiece...
Fold the sweater in half so your neckline is equal.
Start cutting about 2 - 3 inches in from the shoulder seam.
I wanted to keep the 'triangle' stitching at the neck so
I just cut above that along the collar seam at the front.
(My boat neck actually ended up being a little too wide, but oh well, I will still wear it).
Voila!*
Pair it with:
* Jeans & a pair of ankle boots.
* A sequined skirt & tights.
* Leggings and a long tank (sporty, even works for the gym).
Don't feel like making one? Here are some cute F21 options:
* Tie-dye.
* Similar to mine (gray).
* Yes, I basically cut the neck line out of this sweatshirt and rolled up the sleeves. It doesn't get much simpler than that. You could cut off the bottom band, but I wanted to keep mine... for now at least. Have fun!
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My good friend's new baby boy (he is a mini version of his Dad; what a cutie).
Frost on the windshield (so pretty; I'm actually quite surprised I was able to capture such a great pic).
Chai tea latté.
Hello!
My fanciest watch and most inexpensive bracelet.
Happy Wednesday everyone!
I'm playing catch up and thought I would share some photos I posted to Instagram recently as I figured not everyone who follows me here, follows me there (or even have the 'gram for that matter).
Life if finally settling back down to a somewhat normal pace after the holidays, which is kind of good. I have yet to take down my decorations (which I never even shared with you all, grrr, sorry) but that's the plan for this weekend.
I am now intensively car shopping, thought I found 'the one' and then there was a minor hiccup... and so my car hunt has potentially restarted again. I feel like I've been talking about buying a new car forever, and I just need to pull the trigger. To be honest, it's a scary purchase for me and so that doesn't help the dragging-the-heels bit. I want a new car, it is just so much work to get there (it seems) and I want to be really happy and excited about my decision. Anyways, that's all on that front for now.
In other news, it's 2013! I haven't come up with many new years resolutions other than do my hair more often (ha) and blog often. I don't like setting massive resolutions; (did you know) only 10% of people actually accomplish or stick to their resolutions? Apparently it's true, and I believe it.
First off, I don't like setting myself up to fail, as in, setting a resolution that is so absolutely crazy, I will not obtain it even if I try my hardest. Secondly, resolutions, to me, seem so daunting (if you make them that way). So why not make resolutions more enjoyable and about enjoy the little things, the mini moments, the down times in between the fun times, etc. (example, see my resolutions from 2011).
A couple of years ago I started doing resolutions by the month, which worked out well, for about six months and then I fell off the band wagon. Still, it was a great way to focus on accomplishing a few small feats per month, and neat to look back on what I had and hadn't gotten done. I may start this up for this year, it's not too late (it's never too late!).
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For my sixth vlog as the Place d'Orleans Fashion Vlogger, I'm talking about getting back into a healthy routine for the new year (c'mon, who doesn't make that a resolution?!) but also cutting yourself some slack after the busy holidays and relaxing (and what to wear while doing all of the above, of course!).
Stay tuned for more videos (specifically on the Place d'Orleans FB page). Later on this month I'll be sharing some sweet accessories and doing a hair tutorial!
Other videos:
* Fall Fashion (video #1)
* Wardrobe Classics (video #2)
* Bundling Up for Winter (video #3)
More videos on my YouTube Channel.
My new earrings I got for Christmas.
Friday night late night snack/dinner: pizza with gravy (again) and pulled-pork poutine (oh my).
My new (cheapie) Alfred Sung cat-eye sunglasses (covetting these ones).
Amazing, amazing, amazing (home-made) stuffed lobster & filet dinner with friends on Saturday night.
Semi-formal for our evening on Saturday.
Outfit deets: Dynamite top, Vero Moda skirt (new!), unknown tights, F21 square bangle, Joe Fresh bangle & necklace.
Gourmet cupcakes on Saturday night.
Sunday morning breakfast out.
Sunday's outfit.
Outfit deets: Joe Fresh jacket & sweater dress, Winners partial faux leather leggings, Le Chateau wedge booties, Aldo purse & Club Monaco scarf.
And while out shopping I came across these babies (at Marshalls) and had to resist a very strong urge not to purchase them (so badass!)... I mean, how many black hi-top sneaks does one girl need?
Sunday night dinner at home.
My heart goes pitter-patter, and then I wipe the drool off my chin.
You're welcome.
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