A. over at The Glamorous Grad Student posted this challenge in her blog:
“How do you add your personal stamp to your outfit? If I asked you to slip on a pair of jeans, a simple top, a pair of flat shoes, and any accessories you liked, what would you come up with?”
Well, to be fair, it was actually posted by Mademoiselle Lady Finger in one of her recent posts. But, regardless, I thought it was really interesting. Especially when I looked at A’s results versus mine – It’s a world of difference to such a simple question!

This is, more or less, my daily outfit when I wear jeans and am actually going to leave my house. Pretty sweet huh? Here are my style trademarks:
Missoni Sunglasses: The ones above are actually far more tame the the ones I wear, which my brother refers to as “decepticons.” If they were any larger they could not be called sunglasses, more like “sun shield.” They effectively cover half my face, so I like to think I’ll never have to worry about crow’s feet. As an added bonus they are covered in Swarovski bling. You can see them on this crazy Asian webpage, below the ones that are actually listed (model mi54101). I got them through ideeli, which has amazing deals on designer apparel and accessories. If you’d like an invite let me know.
Straw Fedora: Mine was $12 at Target and gets me a million compliments. It’s a great heat for being in the sun or on the beach. Of course, if I could afford to, I’d love to have this Hermes Funk hat done in linen and deerskin.
Calvin Klein Bag: I love Calvin Klein bags. A couple years ago I purchased a large metallic embossed black leather hobo and a large brown leather bucket bag, and I’ve pretty much used them exclusively – regulating my Fendi, other Calvin Klein bags and just about every other bag I’ve bought sense to the back of my closet. In addition to being classy and timeless, they’re also industrictible.
Paper Demin and Cloth Skinny Jeans: Sadly these are the only skinny jeans that I own. Everything else is wide legged. *sigh* Another thing I’m going to have to remedy soon. I really like Paper Denim and Cloth – they hold up great – but every pair of pants I’ve gotten from them I’ve had to hem about a foot. They are just not made for short, or even averaged sized, people.
Tank Tops: I live in them. Add points if they’re tissue, burnout or in some other way scandalously see through.
Gold Rings: I don’t actually like yellow gold. I much prefer silver, white gold or platinum (although what girl doesn’t?). However, the only jewelry I always wear are family pieces, which are both gold. One is my great-Grandmother’s wedding band from 1899 that still has the engraving on the inside and the other is my great Aunt’s engagement ring from (I think) the 20s. They’re both pretty amazing.
Big Ass Necklaces & Jewelry: I wear mostly handmade jewelry that’s been made from more raw looking materials. Typically I wear once big piece at a time – either long earrings or a fricking huge rock or shell on a chain. I’m not so into bracelets. Some day I’ll take the time to post some of my jewelry, because I think I have a pretty great collection. In the meantime I also adore Offerings Jewelry, which is made in Bali. If I have a big necklace on I just wear silver studs, pearls, or no earrings.
Khussa Slippers: They are the bomb. I have several pairs, but my favorite by far is a pair that my friend Julia brought back for me from Denmark. They’re my most neutral with primary colors on brown leather with silver and gold detailing. They are the best shoes ever. Sadly, I hardly ever wear them as I’ve managed to put a hole in the sole. However, once I get them resoled I’ll be ready to go! In the meantime I sport a blue or purple pair. This site has a fantastic selection, and you can usually find them for under $20 on ebay.
So yes, if you read this PLEASE take part in this challenge and post your polyvore outfit in the comments. I’d love to see what you come up with! You can also post your set in this group made for the experiment.
Oh, and I don’t get why all my polyvore sets look fuzzy on my blog, but normal in my account. Ideas?









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