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I’m in the mood for…

Published April 26, 2010 | By clandestinechic

I really don’t know what has gotten into me lately, but as I’ve been going on a mini (and I do mean mini) shopping spree, I’ve been buying items that I might admire, but I normally wouldn’t buy.  This is especially true when it comes to clothes/accessories with a  print or pattern. I’m mostly a solid girl, black or white, nothing in between.

It all began when I bought this pair of Penny Loves Kenny shoes from Gilt last week.  Shoes that feature red so prominently are usually not my style, but I loved the way they looked on Gilt’s website (and were a steal), so I took a dive and got ‘em.

Most of my shoes–especially the fancy ones– are black and these feel like they are a bit impractical. However, the task is to be creative and make them work while channeling Tim Gunn.

After that, I thought I thought it was an anomaly.  That was, until I fell upon a pair of Moschino shades at the Off 5th outlet last week.  I was mainly attracted to their shape as I’m still stuck on the large frames trend.

Not feeling so glamorous, but love the shades!

When I picked up the frames and examined them closer, I noticed this heart pattern.  I just couldn’t resist.

Maybe it’s because Spring is in the air, so I’m actually acting on my craving for color?  Whatever it is, I don’t know if it’s going to stop anytime soon.

Do you ever buy things that aren’t normally “your style”?

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  • http://chelle-shock.tumblr.com Michelle

    I love both the shoes and the sunglasses! Can't wait to see how you wear them :)

    I buy things that aren't my style sometimes, but I usually regret it afterwards and end up selling the item somewhere along the way : / I've finally learned my lesson though! I try not to buy things unless I can think of two outfits I can use it in, off the top of my head.
    My recent post Marvelous Monday!

  • http://chelle-shock.tumblr.com Michelle

    I love both the shoes and the sunglasses! Can't wait to see how you wear them :)

    I buy things that aren't my style sometimes, but I usually regret it afterwards and end up selling the item somewhere along the way : / I've finally learned my lesson though! I try not to buy things unless I can think of two outfits I can use it in, off the top of my head.
    My recent post Marvelous Monday!

  • http://www.innyvinny.com Alicia

    I used to all the time! It's fun to experiment with new things (especially when they're on sale!) and eventually, you'll find that you don't like them or you can integrate them almost seamlessly. Hang on to those shoes. They're gorgeous!
    My recent post …good word of the day…

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/ClandestineChic ClandestineChic

    Thank you very much! That is a wonderful way to look at buying–especially if you are thinking of doing it impulsively. Otherwise, you can get stuck with a lot of disposables that weren't your style in the first place.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/ClandestineChic ClandestineChic

    Thank you! Still working on what to wear them with, but I know there is something. Won't be letting them go, that's for sure! :)

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/ClandestineChic ClandestineChic

    Thank you so much! The color is Louisiana by NYX. I am loving their lipsticks!

  • a stylized hysteria

    Those shoes are so great! I want to see what you're wearing them with! I have to force myself to buy things that are different from my normal style but it's always a good exercise for me. It forces me to think out of the box at least a little.
    My recent post And I think it’s alright that I do what I like cause thats the way I wanna live

  • http://www.bonne-vie.net birdie

    HOLY ADORABLE SHOES!! Gilt = addictive.
    My recent post About That “Cultural Appropriation” Thing…

 






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