Saturday, February 26, 2011

Black Velvet Sunshine

 
I was thifting a few days ago at the Salvation Army on 125th St in Harlem (During my lunch break...I know I know I'm a thriftaholic) when I came across this lovely pale yellow A-Line Skirt. I fell in love with it. I got it for only $4...Fashion STEELE! I've been really into maxi skirts or ankle length skirts lately with either fitted blazers or oversized sweaters. The combination is perfect for those balmy days in later Winter/early Spring.
 

 
Got this great silver bangle from an African Shop on 125th St. See more of my finds from that shop HERE!!!!





 

 Got this little bag as well the same time I got this skirt. Its so dainty but can fit a lot inside it!
Only $3!!!!

 Outfit
Blazer: Lovely Day via Necessary Objects
Velvet Tank Top: Cope via Urban Outfitters
Skirt: Thrifted
Bag: Thifted
Earrings: Urban Outffiters
Shoes: NYLA Sully Clog via DSW
I have been thrifting up a storm lately. I really need to stop. This velvet top I got the other day while at Urban Outfitters at the Around The World Designer Showcase. It was on sale and 30% off so I only paid $6 for it! Total for the top, skirt and bag is a whooping $13! Of Course I then went and got these feather earrings from Urban as well!

I was a little apprehensive about wearing velvet so late in the Winter. But it works with this bright yellow. 
What do you all think about wearing velvet in the warmer months of Spring and Summer??? 

XOXO
Monroe
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31 comments:

  1. PromiseFebruary 26, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    Lovely...x

    http://followmein5inchheels.blogspot.com/

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  2. Baby Budget BlogFebruary 26, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Loving the yellow skirt! The past few days have been kinda gross so that's kinda kept me in from my lunch time shopping sprees but oh boy the weather will start getting warmer...I'm not sure I own anything velvet but if I had, I'd def. wear it in late winter!

    www.plentyforpennies.com

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  3. TabathaFebruary 26, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Wow, you look so hot on these pics, very strong & feminine, almost like a warrior, totally adorable! It's something in your expression, almost distracted me from the skirt (OMG, I sound so cheesy, sorry about that! *lol*). I think the skirt with those boots looks great, also love the purse & ring!
    I rarely wear velvet at all, I never find nice pieces around here. Unless it's not really hot you can wear velvet for sure, IMO.

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  4. Capucine de ChocqueuseFebruary 26, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Since I started to follow your wonderful blog, this is FOR SURE my favourite outfit. You look beautiful, chic and original. In a way, the best summer 2011 outfit.
    BRAVO!

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  5. UnknownFebruary 26, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Perfect blaser and maxi skirt!!

    xoxo*

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  6. De VeroFebruary 26, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Lovley look!

    http://de-vero.blogspot.com

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  7. RebeccaFebruary 26, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    love your booties/shoes, I am obsessed with the like pump/clog look! I'm thrift hunting for a maxi skrit like yours, the colour is perfect and I love how you paired it with the crushed velvet top :)

    Totally following, your blog is fab and your have such great taste!! :)

    http://17-candles.blogspot.com/

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  8. Arini Desianti ParawiFebruary 27, 2011 at 3:18 AM

    i look model off duty here!!
    love the combination of your outfit darling:)
    the skirt is totally my fav item of all
    (currently have a high passion in flowing maxi skirt lately)

    enjoy your weekend..

    THE SECRET LIFE OF "D"

    in love&Light
    Queen D

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  9. UnknownFebruary 27, 2011 at 3:34 AM

    I love the pastel yellow of the skirt. Well, I don't know about the weather there, but here it's still cold so you can definitely wear velvet. In spring or summer I wouldn't wear it because it would be too hot. You look lovely as always! xxx

    http://stripesandscarlets.blogspot.com/

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 27, 2011 at 5:07 AM

    Generally I'm not a fan of midi length skirts but this one is so adorable! Love the colour!

    Alex
    Little Humble Fashion Abode

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  11. Fashion GossipFebruary 27, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Love your blazer and bracelets!!
    Xoxo, K.

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  12. iammademoiselleFebruary 27, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Love your outfit!! The textures and colours look great together!!

    http://mademoiselleconomist.blogspot.com/

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  13. LittleFashionUniverseFebruary 27, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Amazing outfit :)
    the skirt it´s perfect *-*
    i´m following you
    xoxo

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  14. NRC♥February 27, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Lovely post sugar!
    And thats bags so cute

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  15. ShevahFebruary 27, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    You look fierce! I love this look!




    www.shevahh.blogspot.com
    xo

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  16. Mary LeeFebruary 27, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    ahh i'm in LOVE with that skirt and velvet top, i really love this outfit!

    hope you'll visit/follow
    www.marylee31.blogspot.com

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  17. UnknownFebruary 27, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    lovely post babe! u looking GOODD!!! ;-)

    Kisses Julia

    http://geeksndfashion.blogspot.com

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  18. CatitaFebruary 27, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    amazing skirt!! I can't wait to find the perfect maxi skirt for me ;)
    xoxo
    CAtita

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  19. Jazzy E (Hivenn)February 27, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    LOVE the velvet! This length looks really good on you . x hivennn

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  20. NicolettaFebruary 27, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    You look fabulous in these photos. Great outfit and I love your long skirt...

    Perfect blog.

    http://touch-your-style.blogspot.com/

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  21. NADIA ABOULHOSNFebruary 27, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    the long skirt is gorgeous, love the way it flows. im obsessed with big bangles so i died when i saw the wooden one!

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  22. AnonymousFebruary 27, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    great outfit! x

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  23. ChiFebruary 27, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    great long skirt :)

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  24. NinaFebruary 27, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    ahw that bag is so cute hihi
    nice pics

    xoxoloves Nina

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  25. Scorpion DiscoFebruary 27, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    linked you!! check it out sistah

    cheers,
    renata

    scorpiondisco.com

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  26. Barbara von EngerFebruary 28, 2011 at 3:18 AM

    Ah, your skirt is so lovely and I adore the colour and how you married it with those edgy boots and chunky jewellery. Excellent finds!
    Have a sweet day;-)

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  27. Monroe SteeleFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Thanks everyone for all the great comments @Nadia I too am obsessed with huge bangles lol @Sing...glad i inspired you to whip out your yellow skirt!@Tabitha you make me smile with that sweet comment. I do kinda have a warrior stance lol

    xoxo
    Monroe

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  28. VictoriaFebruary 28, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    You and your blog are uber adorable!!!! i *heart* the velvet.

    www.fashionequalslove.com

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  29. menina eleganteFebruary 28, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    Those are FANTASTIC shoes!! I love them! They remind me of the jeffrey campbell shoes!! beautiful!

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  30. LAFebruary 28, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Great outfit, from head to toes!






    LA

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  31. AnonymousApril 2, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    AMAZING!

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