Back today with another fashion post and I have to say, this is so fun. I’m so happy that y’all have really responded to the fashion posts like you have. This has always been a fun topic for me, so to be able to share and talk about fashion and beauty with all of you, that’s the icing on the cake for me. Again, thank you for the enthusiasm on these posts! I have a whole closet of clothes I can mix and match as well as accessorize, so it will help me to stretch my fashion creativity too.
This is an outfit I pulled together and wore to the Atlanta Mart a few weeks ago. These pants, from TJ Maxx, are a snakeskin print jegging (which if you don’t know, is legging/jeans combo) and I wore them with my new black boots.
Charcoal Cardigan: Similar / Boots: Ralph Lauren Mila boots
The long sleeved shirt is from Ann Taylor and I picked it up at a thriftstore awhile back for $5. You’ve seen it in another fashion post too. I topped it with a wool ruffled charcoal gray sweater (Willi Smith) that’s been in my closet for a couple of years and it came from TJ Maxx.
Once again, my blingy gold jewelry came out and I’m really loving the combo right now. That necklace I picked up at C Wonder outlet on my shopping spree there before Christmas. I just heard that all the C Wonder stores are closing, so that is sad news. I really got some nice pieces when the outlet closed so I’ll have more of those to show you later. Several pieces are good for spring summer wear. That chunky black and gold necklace was $10 on clearance.
So there’s another boots and skinny pants outfit. I like a little bit of faux skin or fur patterns in my closet too, as you’ll notice along the way. These snakeskin print pants came from TJ Maxx and they are DKNY brand.
This is a new outfit I recently got and this is one of the tops I scored at the sample sale at the Atlanta Mart, top is by Artex. I picked up this pair of damask leggings while in New Orleans, at Dillards and I’ll show you a close up of those. I love the graphic print on the tunic shirt and because I love black and white so much, it’s a winner for me. I paid around $25 for the top and the leggings were on clearance for $23.
Would you believe, I didn’t even notice this top had a face on it until way after I brought it home and someone mentioned it from a picture on Facebook? That’s what I get for shopping fast. I do love it!
It was chilly out that day, so I topped the outfit with another sample sale score, this ruffled sweater (I think this was $30 by Lisa International) that I can wear with lots of things. It’s gray, black and white and I love the ruffles on the sleeves and how the entire front and hem are ruffled with gray. It ties in the middle.
When I wear this necklace, I always get asked about it. I’ve have this necklace for about 4 years and also got it at the Atlanta Mart, in the cash and carry area. The vendor is Art by Amy and she has an online store too, so you can check her out online if you’re interested in one of these. You can pick out the charms and make it personal.
Sweater: Lisa International, Similar Sweater
A closer look at the ruffled sweater. This piece is so warm and comfy this time of year.
The tunic is plenty long enough with the leggings and the sweater is even longer.
Leggings: Hue Flocked Brocade
Here’s a closer look at the damask leggings. The brand is Hue and I got them on sale at Dillards. Aren’t they cute! They’re really thick too and very comfortable with lots of stretch.
The sweater ties in the front and is really comfortable to wear, as well as warm. It sort of has a patchwork look too. As much as I love black, I had to get it.
Here’s a not so great pic snapped with my phone camera of black skinny jeans, black sweater and the new ruffled black and gray sweater.
So that’s a look at how I’m wearing different sweaters this year, shorter ones and longer ones. Have you tried the longer sweaters yet? They really are fun!
Joining The Pleated Poppy’s What I Wore Wednesday.
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Cute outfits! I love everything Hue makes from tights to leggings! You looking amazing in your cute outfits and thanks for sharing!
Awesome!!! Love everything you shared today. Cannot even share a favorite ,but I will be running to TJMax today. Heehee!
Fashion over 50 is so good to see! Very inspiring. I need to go boot hunting again, no luck the previous times as I need serious arch support!
Keep the posts coming. Looking forward to spring and summer!
Amazing! 😉 You wear it all well and have fun and the personality to make it happen! I do luv the sweater with Ruffles, I just bought one in the cutest shop here , mine is a little longer but I do have a shorter similiar to your in browns! I get lots of compliments but I luv the vintage look, and have fun with it too! The first photos shows how classic a lady can look with a twist! I can’t wait till next Wednesday to show what you bring! Thank you! Now I’m off to a yoga class!! 🙂
As always….a great post!! TJ Maxx…does it get any better!! That and Marshall’s are my two “go to” places…love the clothes and the prices! I love the chunky necklace – keep ’em coming!! …and thanks for taking the time to do these!!
Rhoda, I’m so glad you’ve gotten such positive feedback on your fashion posts. I love that you are throwing a little something different into your content! I for one enjoy seeing what it takes to make an outfit look finished and polished. I think the lesson I’m taking away is that accessories are a MUST to achieve that look I think I’ll call “effortlessly elegant.”
Keep ’em coming! Hey, how about a shot of your closet with all your goodies inside, including your jewelry storage?
Looking good, Rhoda!! Love the leggings!
Very cute! I’m really enjoying the fashion posts. Could you please tell me what lipstick you are wearing in the first outfit? I have the same coloring as you and have been searching for an everyday lipstick. Yours looks perfect! Thanks!
HI, Lori, I just bought 2 older Clinique lipsticks off Ebay that I had used before. One color is A Different Grape and the other is Sugared Maple. I am not positive which one this is, maybe the Sugared Maple. One is a little darker than the other, but both nice colors.
I am loving your hair…quite a difference from a few years ago. 🙂 The sleek look suits you very well. AND I too am enjoying the slimming slacks with boots, and will ride that train all the way into the station. Keep these posts coming.
Thank you, Becky, after years of dealing with unruly hair, the flat iron has changed the game for me and I too am loving the sleeker look. Makes me feel so much better.
Rhoda you are so cute and lucky too. You still have that slim girl look and clothes look amazing on you. Maybe you could do a fashion “how to” for women like myself that have gained a little weight around the hip area. Those long sweaters look great on you but on me they make my hips look huge. Is there another sweater, jacket or something that I can wear and still be in style?
Kathy, I am going to get my friend, Vicki, to model for these posts too. She is the same height as me, but we are shaped completely different. I think a longer sweater can still work if you have hips, but I’m thinking a straighter one would help elongate and not all the ruffles and tied in the middle.
Looking forward to that, thanks.
I also enjoy your fashion posts in addition to the design posts. My favorite is the first outfit. You look put together , classy and modern all at the same time. I love TJMaxx and Marshalls and Home Goods. Have a great day and thanks for sharing!
Once again…so adorable…style, great taste and thrifty to boot…and timeless. So impressed.
Holly R.
I’m new to your blog, but so glad that I found you! As a 55 year old woman, your fashion posts are so inspiring to me. You look beautiful in all that you put on!! I’m loving the damask leggings this morning and the sweaters too. Our tastes are very similar.
Thank you so much for responding so quickly to my email concerning Wrist Soirée. I just placed my order for those beautiful bracelets that you wear. I can’t wait to receive them!!
Joyfully,
Penny
Thank you so much for posting Rhoda! I love your fashion posts. We gals over fifty gotta stick together. It’s so nice to see what others are doing and wearing. Unfortunately we don’t see much of that in the mainstream media so this is great. You are a beautiful woman and you wear your clothes well:)
Your hair, makeup, jewelry, clothes, and figure are all just perfect. 🙂
Nice looks! now I want to go to TJ Maxx!
While I am just 48 this year, I have a hard time finding classy and fashionable clothes that are age appropriate and enjoy seeing the looks you put together! I might need to set aside some additional time next time I try TJ Maxx and Marshalls.
I just love the fashion ideas you are sharing! I am just wishing I lived closer to the Atlanta area… seems to be many wonderful opportunities to “shop til you drop” … You have great decorating and fashion ideas… thanks for sharing!!!
Clinique ‘s Sugared Maple lip color has been my favorite for ten or more years. I usually purchase three at a time. Love your outfits. I haven’t tried leggings yet, but I’m in search of my first pair.
I love the fashion posts, thank you for them. I totally missed the face on the tunic as well! I was noticing the black stripe that flattered your waist and hips.