Yes, I have a bit of an obsession with shopping and fashion and if you’re reading this, you probably do too. People like us are always on the hunt for something new, fresh and exciting to add to our closets.
I always wait until I’m actually going to wear something before I rip the tag off of a new article of clothing. For me, it’s part of the excitement of wearing something new. It needs to feel new in order to complete the experience of “newness.” Do I sound crazy, or are we on the same page here?? (Wait. Don’t answer that).
I’m usually pretty excited to wear anything new, so it’s unusual that I let anything sit with the tags on in the closet for too long. The only exception is when I buy something out of season, which doesn’t happen too often.
However, back in February, I bought a few spring pieces, just before my trip to Punta Cana. I ended up wearing almost everything I bought, except for one skirt. It’s not that I didn’t like the skirt, but it was almost too “nice” to wear down there, since the beach atmosphere is pretty casual.
I really don’t know why, but it was only recently that I finally decided to wear it for the first time. My friend and I were heading downtown to a client’s party, and it just felt like the right occasion. Of course, I had to wear it with those black peep toe booties that I’ve been wearing non-stop (see here and here).
The plan is to wear the skirt more often than every 5 months. I’ll let you know how that goes!
OUTFIT DETAILS:
Linen Blazer – H&M (Similar) // T-shirt – Gap (Same) // Skirt – Joe Fresh (Same in Canada, Similar Elsewhere)
Clutch – Gap (Same) // Sandals – Wishbone Collection via Brown’s Shoes (Same)
Necklace – Stella & Dot (Same – both pieces included!)
Do you wait until you wear something before taking the tags off?
Jade Morriss says
This outfit is really well pulled together, I love the colour combination. The skirt is far too beautiful to only be pulled out once every five months 😛
Bits & Bobs
Jackie says
I know, I’m not sure what I was thinking! It will be worn again soon 🙂
kateprs says
This outfit is terrific! The colors look so great together. I can’t wait to see how you style this skirt again! Hopefully it will be soon!
Kate @ A Journey in Style
Jackie says
It will definitely be soon!
Wendy Banner says
Love your new header! That skirt is gorgeous. I totally do the tag thing. I probably have three things with tags on them in my closet just waiting. 😉
Jackie says
I’m still working on the design for the blog, so I just made that subtle change. I’m so glad you like it!
OMG see, I knew people would relate?
Carla Florendo says
i totally agree – that’s why we all have this blog in the first place right? fashion and shopping. and yeah, that feeling of wearing something new!
i love your skirt, it’s so pretty!!
xo, Carla
http://www.carlaviolet.com
Jackie says
Exactly!
Sam Cole says
Since i started blogging, my shopping habit has gotten worst, lol. It always excite me whenever the delivery people drops off my package. You look beautiful and keeper for sure. The colors are lovely.
xo
Sam
http://fabulouspetite.blogspot.com
Jackie says
Right?!?! Mine has definitely gotten worse, and it was pretty bad to begin with!
Ashleigh says
This is beautiful. The color of the skirt looks great against your skin, the texture adds interest to your outfit.
-Ash
http://www.stylizedwannabe.blogspot.com
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Jackie says
Thank you so much!
FloralConstellation says
You should really wear this skirt more often, it looks gorgeous on you! but I hear you, this happens to me all the time I may have some stuff from last year that I’ve never worn either 🙂
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FloralConstellation says
following you back on Pinterest btw 🙂
Meghan Hayes says
It’s absolutely gorgeous and fits you so well! You should definitely wear it more than every 5 months. It looks great with the white and black too.
Sara Strauss {Sincerely, Sara} says
That skirt is so pretty! The color is nice on you! I usually take the tags off right before I wear it too!
~Sara
Taylor Hoffman says
This is so cute!! I am loving lace right now! Great color for you!
xo, Taylor
365HANGERS says
Such a cute skirt and loving the whole outfit. So gorgeous!!
xx 365hangers
Nikki says
Ugh I know how you feel about wanting new… Love this skirt on you! And it looks fab with the blazer!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Lauren says
I totally do that too Jackie! I do not cut off the tag until I wear it. Glad I’m not the only one LOL but you’re right, it just adds to the experience! I’m weird too where sometimes I buy something I really like, I wait to wear it for a special occasion, and then it ends up being a month and I ask myself what in the heck am I waiting for?! Anyways, I am glad you finally brought this skirt out! So girly and pretty. I can see it being a versatile piece for sure! xo
Sartorial Diner says
That skirt is just gorgeous! I love how it looks on you, and the color is wonderful.
Maggie says
That skirt is seriously so beautiful! I love the clutch, too – it looks so chic!
Maggie
http://www.PolishedClosets.com
Anna Martin says
Fantastic skirt <3 Love those shoes, too! Need those!
– Anna
http://www.melodicthriftychic.com
Madeline Mihaly says
love that skirt! glad you finally brought it out. And if were confessing weird clothing things…sometimes I keep the tags on something and wear it 2 or 3 times before I’m really sure.
Maddy
http://cassidylou.com
Ashley of Southern (California) Belle says
That skirt is too cute! I hope you bring it out again soon 🙂
Laura Mitbrodt says
Cute Skirt! Thanks for checking out my blog:)
xo
http://www.laurajaneatelier.com
Marianne Friedman says
I have the same “newness” issue girl, you arent alone! This look is so pretty and I love how you styled everything! This skirt defintely should be getting more wear- it’s perfect!
Marianne
http://www.goodgirlgoneglam.com
Arianne Cruz says
I just love how you’re literally in the middle of a road 😀
Arianne