The T-shirt Challenge: Day 7

Okay, I have to say it: I win! I am the official winner of "The T-Shirt Challenge"! Although it was difficult to wear the same shirt several days in a row, it also made me think of how easy it is to pick out an outfit when you have less to choose from; when you have limited options you have to get more creative and experimental. I don't wish to have to do this challenge ever again, however I think I need to push myself a little more with my daily outfits, find new ways to make them interesting and exciting. That's a challenge I'm willing to take everyday.

To finish off my seven days of wearing the same solid dark gray Delia's t-shirt, I paired it with blue and white striped high-waisted denim shorts from Urban Outfitters, a neon yellow skiny belt from asos.com, a white cloth blazer from by Necessary Objects, black boots, and a long purple necklace that I wrapped a few times around.

The T-shirt Challenge: Day 6

It's the second to last day and I decided to keep it simple with dark purple jeans from LF Stores, a denim shirt over "the shirt" from Madewell, and, for a little pizzazz, silver metallic flats from B.P. Nordstrom.

The T-shirt Challenge: Day 5

Even though it was pouring today I felt the need to wear my pale pink maxi skirt because it was just one of those days. On top I put on one of my favorite combos; a black sweater under a denim vest, and finished the outfit with a blue necklace I stole from my mom. Only two more days to go!

The T-shirt Challenge: Day 4

Today I needed some sass in my outfit and the Joe's Jeans leopard print pants did just the trick. I kept it casual however with my pleather high-top converse. Then I added a light gray headband and metallic silver (hard to tell in photo) sweater to complete the look. (Oh and I forgot to mention before that the shirt is a dark gray plain t-shirt and from Delia's.) Only three more days!

The T-Shirt Challenge: Day 3

It's been raining this week and today I wanted to be nice and warm so I slipped a black turtleneck under "the shirt" and complimented the combo with a silver chain necklace, blue jeans, red rain boots, and a black leather jacket.

The T-Shirt Challenge: Day 2

For day two I got away with pairing "the shirt" with a sheer floral top from LF Stores, as well as black shorts, purple Dr.Martens, and a green military inspired jacket.

The T-Shirt Challenge: Day 1

Many things happen when you are bored in class and this challenge is the outcome of one of those times. It's a long story of how we got here but my friend has challenged me to wear the same shirt for seven days (a five day school week and then two days of the next). Don't worry, I get to wash it, but every day I must wear the same shirt that he picked out. If I successfully make it through seven days then I get to dress him for five in a row, and if I fail to pass the challenge then he gets to dress me for two days. He doesn't think I can do it because I am a big fan of variety, I like to make each day different. However I have faith in myself and therefore made myself an extra rule within the challenge; I have to wear the same shirt, but styled differently every day. I challenge myself to keep my outfits interesting even though I am repeating an item of clothing. So today was day one and I chose to support my last post by wearing an all dark outfit with a shoe that gives a nice pop of color. Wish me luck!

All Black Everything?

Black American Retro dress, neon green skirt, purple bandeau, and black Dr.Marten velvet sneakers.

Red and black shirt-dress with patent leather black belt and black booties.

Hurley black leather vest, vintage denim cut-offs, lace undershorts, and black boots.

With fashion month over I've noticed a trend among many collections this season: black. Yes there's still color continuing to show from season to season, but black on black with black accessories has also shown up more than once. I love wearing black, don't get me wrong, however I can't help thinking there's something missing sometimes. I agree with many others that there is a need for a "pop of color" in almost every outfit. Whether we want to admit it or not wearing all black, all the time, can actually get us down. So the next time you slip on that black blouse with your black jeans, remember to wear some colored shoes or maybe just a ring. Bring a little light to your outfit and your day.