Chic for Cheap: Wife of a Marine Boot Camp Grad

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Oct192010

Day I: A Day with Family and Friends

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Hello lovelies! For this week's Chic for Cheap I decided to take on a challenge presented by reader Victoria. Her husband is soon to be graduating from Marine boot camp and she wants to look great for his ceremony in December. Here's the assignment in her own words:

"Here's my trouble: My husband is graduating from Marines boot camp in early December in South Carolina (average high temp = 60; average low = 41). Obliviously, I'm going to be there ... but what do I wear!?
Key aspects:

1. I want to look somewhat dressed up (nice jeans OK) but not so much to steal all the attention from him in his fancy uniform.

2. It will have been 3 months since he has seen me, so I want to wow him a bit. :)

3. I get cold easily (a.k.a need a swank jacket & no skirts/dresses)

4. I'll be doing A LOT of walking around the base

5. I'll actually see him a day BEFORE graduation (Friends & Family Day), so TWO outfit options would be great"

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This was quite the challenge, and I'm not sure if the ceremony will be taking place outdoors or not (I created the second look as if it will be), but I think the pieces here are wearable for the big day(s) and more. To start with I wanted to stretch the dollar by finding one great pair of pants that can be dressed up differently as the occasion demands it (we all need a few of those in our closet, don't we). The first look is more on the soft and cozy side, with a lovely draped cardigan, soft pink top, brown accessories, and some pretty sheer lipstick to top it all off. I imagine this as an outfit you can do just about anything in (okay, maybe not mountain climbing), so it's perfect for whatever the day holds in store.

Day II: Wife at a Marine Boot Camp Graduation Ceremony

For the second outfit I wanted to stick with the same comfortable appeal, but make it pop a bit more with black accents such as a warm wool jacket, classic belt, and understated feminine bow flats. Add a little wow factor with a touch of red lipstick and some sparkly earrings. The shirt adds a hint of fluttery color from inside the unbuttoned jacket. Chic and pretty!

I hope you like the looks I've put together for you Victoria. Have a wonderful time with your family and friends (and congrats to your husband too). xo Ez

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Here's the piece-by-piece breakdown:

Hip Slung Easy Flare Denim Pants - Gap | $54.50 (used in both looks)

Day I:

One and a Two Blazer - Mod Cloth | $49.99
Pale Bloom Pocket Shirt - Ruche | $32.99
Vintage Floral Headband - Forever 21 | $6.80
Boots No7 Stay Perfect Lipstick in Velvet Kiss - Target | $9.99
The Braided Bunch Belt - Ruche | $14.99
Orea Flats - Target | $17.99

Day II:

Ruffle-collar Wool Blend Jacket - Old Navy | $59.50
Here's to the Tiers Top - Ruche | $26.99
Tinted Filigree Teardrop Earrings - Ann Taylor Loft | $24.50
Clinique Long Last Soft Shine Lipstick - Sephora | $14.00
Classic Leather Belt - Gap | $29.50
Magnum Flats - Famous Footwear | $24.99

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I love both looks! Look two is my favorite! That coat is too cute! My husband was in the Marines as well. He also went to bootcamp in Parris Island, SC. I think it is really sweet that she wants too look her best at her husband's graduation from bootcamp.

October 19, 2010 |

Erica

I absolutely love both looks, but I think ill go for look #2, that pink ruffled blouse combined with that Navy jacket its just gorgeous.

October 19, 2010 |

Jeanelle

Both outfits are great! I love the first one. I need to get a pair of those pants, they look so versatile.

October 19, 2010 |

Jes

Thank you so so much for taking the time to put together not one but TWO outfits for me! :)

October 19, 2010 |

Victoria Klein

The clothing you picked is awesome. Good this kinda of event. I have been to many military events as the wife. I would recommend one thing....and this is for him. Heels! I don't know one man who doesn't love a lady in heels. But I have numerous men who hate flats. Trust me I have done way too much asking from a group of 50 plus men of all ages.

And Victoria - enjoy this moment in time...it is awesome. Butterflies like the first date...can appear!

October 19, 2010 |

pam

I love the top in the first outfit, but the earrings and lipstick in the second really add the "wow factor"! Both are gorgeous looks though.

October 19, 2010 |

Sara

wow, I love both looks! I am partial to that ruffle top tho :D I own that pair of pants and have no clue what to wear with it asides from a button-down shirt . Now I have some ideas. Thanks, EZ & have fun, Victoria!

October 19, 2010 |

maria

Loving these 2 looks. Both are just so versatile & gorgeous. Will be rocking them soon! Thanks

October 19, 2010 |

Zandri

EZ these looks are fantastic! I love the subject too.
Ruche and Modcloth are go-to faves for chic for cheap:)

October 19, 2010 |

In Honor Of Design

My husband graduated from Marine boot camp in November '06- I got all dressed up, though he doesn't really remember. Honestly, your husband will undoubtedly be so happy to see you, he won't care WHAT you wear. Ez picked some great outfits, though. :)

Have a great time- it is such an amazing experience!!

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Allie

Love these fun outfits! Think you did a great job... and to the lady these are for, good luck! I bet you're so excited to see him.

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ok, that was fun, I was the wife of a Marine once too and I think these are fashion forward affordable choices, hooray. And hey...that is a cute coat from Old Navy, who knew?

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Love these looks - great job!!!!

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