Chic for Cheap: Mix + Match Winter Ensemble
(scroll down to see some outfits using these pieces)
Hello lovelies. Today's Chic for Cheap comes at the request of reader Michelle who will soon be visiting the US from Canada and is excited to do some shopping. Here's how she describes her challenge:
"I LOVE LOVE LOVE your Chic for Cheap creations. I'm always so sad that I can't get the clothes you show in your mock-ups because I am Canadian. While I take inspiration from your looks I've always wanted to buy an entire outfit.
Well my husband and I are planning on making a big shopping spree trip down to the US later in November and I am so excited! It's our Christmas gift for each other, so I get to spend a bit of money on clothes (something that I NEVER do).
I'd love it if you could create a couple of Fall/Winter looks that can be mixed and matched. I'm looking for semi-casual clothing (I work from home) that can be gussied up for a night out or for a meeting with clients. Any chance you would do a mock up of clothing based on that? If not, no worries, I'm sure you get lots of requests. I'll just take inspiration from your past looks."
I had a lot of fun with this challenge. Of course you wouldn't need to purchase every piece, but I think that with all the mixing and matching potential it is well worth the total price. There are also many more possible variations than what I show in the compilation image below. Add in your own taste and personality...maybe throw in some unique accessories. The whole goal is to just have fun with it and find piece that you love and will want to wear over and over again. That's when chic really is cheap!
- Lianna Cardigan ~ Delias
- Silk-Blend Knit Top ~ Forever 21
- Chunky Knit Cowl Kneck Tunic ~ American Eagle Outfitters
- Shirt Dress ~ ModCloth
- Metallic Mirror Belt ~ J.Crew
- Opaque Tights in Glam Pink ~ Martin + Osa
- Medium Hoop Earrings ~ Banana Republic
- Natalie Suede Flats ~ Delias
- Tulip Skirt ~ Old Navy
- Footless Tights ~ Gap
- The Flirt Curvy Trouser Jeans ~ Old Navy
- Ramona Leather Riding Boots ~ Delias
Total: $459.79
Have fun shopping Michelle! Melissa has put together an outfit based off of her own inspiration this week. Head on over to her blog for a look. xox Ez
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 
Reader Comments (9)
Love this post! Hope you make this a regular (quarterly/seasonal) feature!
What a deliciously drapey capsule wardrobe! Such great, easy pieces.
I like this selection...tends to be the color palette of my winter wardrobe. Thank you for posting.
Best,
Coco
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Love, love, love it! This is awesome hun! You did such a great job and I adore the little pops of color added in with the tights and the belt. Beautiful....and such a great price for all! :)
xo
Melis
Ez - you blow me away!! I just got even more excited for my shopping trip this weekend with the husband.
These looks are so PERFECT for me. I don't know how you did it just based off of one little email! I love the grey sweater and cardigan and all of the pops of colour. I'm mapping out my travels right now to make sure I am able to get to most of the stores you listed.
Thank you thank you thank you! This looks like it was a huge undertaking. I'll be sure to snap some pictures of the outfits I end up with and send them your way.
Cheers,
Michelle
Thanks for the post, I love the outfits that you have put together on here...very tempting! I really like the one on the bottom left with the grey jumper. I've been racking my brains trying to find a decent outfit for our works Christmas outting but haven't managed to find anything that really appeals. There are a few things going for cheap at the moment in the great universal sales but I've struggled to pair them up with anything so thank you so much for putting together a couple of things on here.
Regards,
Diane
Oh I love this!! Keep them coming ^_^
I am honestly running out this weekend to get that AE tunic. It can be worn with leggings, tights or jeans. Perfect!
just bought the ae tunic! LOVE IT! just a warning though, it looks longer in the picture than it actually is. For me it falls just a little lower than a normal shirt, so I don't think i'd wear it with leggings, but it looks perfect with the tulip skirt. :)