Getting the Most out of Your Wardrobe with the Rule of 3
Happy Monday, gang, from rainy Georgia! Yes, it’s been rain and more rain which is typical this time of year. It’s a good thing I have an umbrella and galoshes at the ready because I’ve had to step into them a couple two three times this winter… Luckily the last photoshoot was clear skies and sunshine. Can’t wait for that weather to return.
But I digress. Today’s post is all about the Rule of 3. It’s a smart way to shop whether that’s in your closet, online, or in stores. A working wardrobe has to do just that - work. It’s all about versatility and a bang for your buck.
Next time you’re putting together an outfit take it apart piece by piece and think of three different ways to style each item. That’s when your creative juices start to flow and you allow yourself to step out of your style box.
In addition to today's OOTD, I've included pictures from two previous posts using the same featured item both with denim & with black pants to show you how to easily apply the rule of 3.
TL;DR
Today, we're getting the most out of our wardrobe with the rule of 3
I'm featuring the same tweed shell from Ann Taylor I have twice before this month
I've styled it a new way and the OOTD is shoppable via text- and image-widgets
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Getting the Most out of Your Wardrobe with the Rule of 3
1. Fringe Tweed Shell
(Ann Taylor)
Today’s OOTD is casual chic at its best. It starts with a tweed shell from Ann Taylor that’s definitely business appropriate. I’ve styled it two different ways in the past two weeks but this look is my favorite. Y’all know I’m a big fan of faux leather pants (they’re a lovely alternative to denim) so I thought this navy and black tweed shell would look mah-va-lous paired with black faux leather pants from J.Crew.
Fringe Tweed Shell (Ann Taylor) | Perfect Shirt (Ann Taylor) | High-Rise Slim Demi-Boot Pant (J.Crew) | Muriel Tote Tumbled Leather Black (Frances Valentine) | Aliz Slingback Pump (Vaneli) | 55mm Square Sunglasses (Givenchy) | Small Magic Hoop Earrings (LANA) | Caviar Icon Beaded Bangle Bracelet (LAGOS) | Smart Caviar Stainless Steel Apple Watch (LAGOS)
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2. High-Rise Slim Demi-Boot Pant
(J.Crew)
Since the temps are on the chilly side thanks to old man winter I layered a white shirt underneath. Tuck the shirt in or leave the tails out. Don’t you just love choices?
Fringe Tweed Shell (Ann Taylor) | Perfect Shirt (Ann Taylor) | High-Rise Slim Demi-Boot Pant (J.Crew) | Muriel Tote Tumbled Leather Black (Frances Valentine) | Aliz Slingback Pump (Vaneli) | 55mm Square Sunglasses (Givenchy) | Small Magic Hoop Earrings (LANA) | Caviar Icon Beaded Bangle Bracelet (LAGOS) | Smart Caviar Stainless Steel Apple Watch (LAGOS)
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3. Muriel Tote Tumbled Leather Black
(Frances Valentine)
A pair of black slingbacks (similar here) is the perfect addition if you’re looking for an elevated look. Or grab your favorite pair of boots for a more rugged look. Either way works! A black handbag with a bamboo handle from Frances Valentine completes the look.
Fringe Tweed Shell (Ann Taylor) | Perfect Shirt (Ann Taylor) | High-Rise Slim Demi-Boot Pant (J.Crew) | Muriel Tote Tumbled Leather Black (Frances Valentine) | Aliz Slingback Pump (Vaneli) | 55mm Square Sunglasses (Givenchy) | Small Magic Hoop Earrings (LANA) | Caviar Icon Beaded Bangle Bracelet (LAGOS) | Smart Caviar Stainless Steel Apple Watch (LAGOS)
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Alternative Stylings
Left Board: High-Rise Slim Demi-Boot Pant (J.Crew) | Cable Knit V-Neck Vest (Talbots) | Stella Woven Tweed Mules (Talbots) | Non-Iron Perfect Shirt (Talbots) Right Board: High-Rise Slim Demi-Boot Pant (J.Crew) | Simple Patch Pocket Merino Wool Cardigan (Eileen Fisher) | Solid Pima Bateau Neck Tee (Talbots) | Tasel Waterproof Block Heel Bootie (Blondo)
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Love your style Beth!! I look forward to your emails each day. Had to chuckle to myself when you mentioned galoshes. Hadn’t heard that word since my days of being a farm kid from Iowa. You must have heard it too being from Iowa.
The Brits still call them galoshes, so we’re in good company! Go Hawks!
I am waiting patiently for my tweed top to arrive in the mail today. Hurry mailman. I can hardly wait to wear this and now you showed another cute way to wear it. Know I will get a lot of use out of this top. So glad I ordered it. Right on Beth!
Have fun wearing this cute, cute, cute tweed shell!
the Alix slingback looks different than the shoe you are wearing. I love the squared toe and thin heel of the shoe in the photo. Is there another shoe you might be able to share with us?
When an item is no longer available, we note “similar shoes” The pair I’m wearing is from J.Crew but no longer in stock.
Hope this helps!
Hi Beth
Those outfits would be perfect for a travel wardrobe. If you bought the matching skirt, you would have another outfit or two