I have some weird tendencies when it comes to wearing anything “new.”
Let’s say I have a new pair of shoes, and a new sweater. I won’t wear the new shoes and the sweater together until I’ve worn them each once, with other items I already have. Before you think I’m nuts, I need to elaborate. I promise there’s a logical explanation!
I love the feeling of wearing something new. We all do! So, if I wore both items together, I’d only have that experience of wearing something new once. By wearing each item separately, you get the “new” feeling twice! It’s basically more bang for your buck.
When it comes to weekend wear, I try to get a little bit more creative with what I do have on hand, rather than “wasting” something new. If I look ridiculous at the drug store, it’s way less of a fashion crime than if I sported a horrible outfit into the office, isn’t it?
For instance, the other day, I gave the whole shirt-tied-around-your-waist-like-it’s-1994 look a try. Of course, I gave it my spin by wearing a floral top (because I love florals). The modern take on grunge is a look I’ll be sporting again this fall…maybe even with a new flannel button down and sneakers. Just, not together.
What I’m Wearing:
Cardigan – American Apparel (Same, Similar)
T-shirt – Aritzia (Similar, Similar)
Jeans – Black Denim (Similar)
Bag – Roots (Same)
Shoes – Steve Madden (Same, Similar)
Necklace – Crafts&Love (Same)
Do you have any weird tendencies when it comes to wearing something new, or am I alone here?
Tori McKimm says
How cute are you?! I love this look on you–casual but trendy 🙂 I def. have some weird things about new clothes and when I wear them and who sees them the first time before I repeat!
Tori
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Jackie says
Oh yes, I forgot that I also have rules about outfit repetition…but I guess I’ll save that for another post!
Meghan says
It’s so much less bulkier with that cardigan. I remember tying way oversized hoodies around my waist and I just… can’t… oy. 1990s. Not my best years style wise.
Jackie says
Haha believe me – I had ZERO style back then!
Marianne says
I have strange tendencies too. If I take a tag off prematurely (if I think I’m going to wear something new and then change my mind) I get angry because when I do decide to wear it, it won’t feel new (even if it has never seen the light of day on my body). Yup I guess we are both strange but I’m in good company! This look is so cute and those jeans are perfectly distressed.
Marianne
http://www.goodgirlgoneglam.com
Jackie says
OMG I do that too!! Seriously. I will not take the tag off until I’ve officially decided that I’m wearing that item right then!
Petite Yet Chic says
I totally have those same sunglasses and they are by far my favorite pair I have! I recently discovered your blog and now fell in love with your style. Yet another great post from you. Casual but trendy, I like!
xx,
-Petite Yet Chic
http://www.petiteyetchic.com
Jackie says
Thank you so much for the kind words!
The sunglasses are relatively new for me, but I absolutely love them now!
Kathleen says
Love this chic boyfriend jeans look. The top is perfect!
<3
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Jackie says
Thanks so much Kat 🙂
Sam says
You are too cute, this outfit is so cute. Love it Jackie !
xo
Sam
http://fabulouspetite.blogspot.com
Jackie says
Thanks Sam!
Tracy says
This look is so cute – love that top and your outfit would about as much “grunge” as I would wear too 😉 Hmmm…I’ll have to get back to you about any strange tendencies with new items, I’m sure I have them though, Lol.
Tracy
http://www.TracysNotebookofStyle.com
Jackie says
HAHA I like that you put grunge in quotations… clearly, my style isn’t the real deal when it comes to grunge, but it’s all about the interpretation 🙂
beth says
love this casual look!
xoxo…beth
http://www.fashiondotnow.com
Jackie says
Thank you Beth!
The Procrastinator says
Ha, you’re definitely not alone! I hate wearing new things together because it makes me feel too much like I’ve shopped in an outfit. Does that make sense? I hate feeling like I’ve purchased clothing in sets, I need to know that I’ve purchased pieces that hold up well enough on their own and with the rest of my closet. If I wear them together first right away, it’s like those clothes won’t go with anything else. It feels almost like a superstition but not LOL
Mel says
Very cute! Love your sunglasses!
Mel
http://girlandthepolkadot.blogspot.com/
libys11 says
love this! so chic! i’d totally wear this myself! 😀
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Kei Villanueva says
the outfit is hip, trendy and chic.
love it.
🙂
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asia says
great jeans!!
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Melissa says
I’m loving this look of you! It looks really great on you 🙂
xxx
Amy Ann says
This made me laugh. I too love the feeling of wearing something new. I’m the total opposite though, I want to wear anything new as soon as possible!
xo, Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds
Ivete says
I understand your logic behind not wearing two new items at once! Easy and comfy look that’s perfect for hanging around or running errands on the weekend. Happy Friday! 😉
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olia says
Love it.. Hope you’ll stop by my blog & follow!
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alison*elle says
I so know what you mean about new pieces… in fact, I do the same thing! Don’t want to waste that “new” feeling 😉 Love this casual weekend look!
xo, alison*elle
Kate says
I looove these jeans. I definitely get the idea of not wearing two new pieces at the same time. I actually really like mixing new items with pretty old items or staples. I did that recently with a new graphic tee and “old” reliable black maxi skirt. Have a great weekend!
Kelsey Bang says
super awesome outfit! loving those jeans and the awesome black sandals! love how they have a black sole on them! great look!
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Carli says
omg i can relate SO much to the feeling of wearing something new and can’t wear two new things at the same time! great post!
xo, carli
http://www.puppiesandpolkadots.com
Sara Strauss says
I actually never thought of that before! Haha! I should definitely wear my new things at different times instead of all together! I love that “I just got this and it’s wonderful” feeling! Cute grunge outfit!
~Sara
Jade @ Bits & Bobs says
We all have our quirks! Haha. Love this outfit, especially the jeans – they look super comfy!
🙂
nancy @ adore to adorn says
I used to have some weird tendencies with new clothes. I would wait forever before actually wearing them. I didn’t have a specific reason. I suspect it had to do with the fact that I didn’t want to mess them up? Or I saw my mom do that often so I picked up the habit, too? I’ve since learned to not do that. If I buy something, I should wear it right? haha
xo,
nancy
Erin Elizabeth says
Love a great rolled jean! 🙂 Great look!
xo Erin
http://www.winkandatwirl.com
Maggie says
LOVE this elegant take on grunge!! The color of that shirt is beautiful on you!
Maggie
http://www.PolishedClosets.com
Jenna says
This is modern grunge done perfectly. I have to try so hard to achieve this effortless look! Jealous!
Jenna from Visions of Vogue
Lauren says
“Modern Grunge.” I like it! You look much more feminine than I typically view a grunge look, even when sporting a 1994-era sweater tied around your waist. I so wish that was cool again so I wouldn’t have to carry my sweater everywhere.
Kaye Beeh says
Very chic and casual, love this 😀
Kristina says
You make an excellent point about wearing new items! I feel like I always get so excited I wear all of my new clothes at once.
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Camille says
Great look 🙂 I love your blog and I have followed you with Bloglovin, if you ever get a chance to check out my blog I would be delighted, thanks!
Camille xo
http://www.cococami.blogspot.co.uk
Ashleigh says
I was JUST thinking about doing a little grunge look. Yours is so cute. It reminds me off how courtney love would take floral babydoll dresses and wear them with combat boots. (In a GOOD way. I promise.)
jas says
i’m the same! i like to wear my new things one at a time, so they each have their own debut 😛
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Jenna says
I love this look! Casual ensembles are my favorite 🙂 Haha and I like your approach to new things. I often wear all the new things at once, which isn’t very logical….
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Head to Toe Chic says
Love those jeans on you! So perfect!!
xo,
Angela
kimberly pullig says
Love this grunge look! Destroyed denim is my favorite!! You look great.
Anna says
Beautiful casual style <3 Loving the sunglasses and bag!
– Anna
http://www.melodicthriftychic.com