WIW: transitional dressing in arty tees

A couple of work outfits here. Coincidentally, both feature raglan-sleeved tees made from the same pattern. The tee in the second outfit reflects an alteration to the pattern that added some fabric to the back in a pleat, giving it a swing shape. I really like both of these t-shirts, but the first one is especially fun to me. I always get compliments on it. These outfits feel like transitional dressing: wearing some summer pieces while leaning toward fall. I wore the jackets for the cool mornings, but didn't need them later in the day.

The outfits:

1-3 (worn to work Sunday): olive chinos with brass studs down the sides (Lucky); mixed-print raglan sleeve tee in purple, green, off-white, teal, red burnout print and charcoal and ivory stripe (made by me); stone and cream leather belt (Annette Goertz); brass and silver earrings and brass and silver bead bracelet (Lucky); stone hemp zip up hooded jacket (Layers Squared); gray platform sandals (DV by Dolce Vita); taupe hobo bag (Aunts & Uncles).

4-6 (worn to work Monday): stone linen trousers (NYDJ, Wylie); purple, ivory, and black mixed zebra print and striped raglan-sleeved swing tee (made by me); pewter leather cutout belt (Fossil); olive jacket (Laundry by Shelli Segal); taupe metallic suede high-top sneakers (Paul Green); taupe hobo bag (Aunts & Uncles).

Thanks for looking! All comments and suggestions welcome.

 

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19 Comments

  • krishnidoux replied 9 years ago

    Wow, very cute! I totally get you on the first tee being soooo appealing. All outfits are fun and dynamic here.

  • misapb replied 9 years ago

    LOVE the first outfit.  Looks simultaneously fun, bad-ass, and chic.  I would like to see shoes that book-end the look a little more, but I'm unable to come up with a concrete suggestion at the moment.  I got a sewing machine for Christmas (still in the box, sadly) and your handmade clothes are so inspiring!  And I'm buying that belt.

  • Parsley replied 9 years ago

    I can see why you get compliments on that first top- it's super fun!
    You are the queen of arty tops, and that "made by me" brand is an enviable one for sure!

  • kellygirl replied 9 years ago

    Those tees are so flattering and fun! I love the pattern mixing in the first one but there is something about the second one that is just as enchanting! You are so talented and creative. Gorgeous outfits too!

  • Suz replied 9 years ago

    That first top is so much fun! I love how it completely changes character when you wear a topper. It must give you an inner chuckle to pull the topper off and reveal those striped sleeves. Really great pattern on you! 

    I equally love the fluidity and ease of the second outfit. That, too, seems like a pattern made especially for you  (not only BY you!). It is dynamic but not busy. Lovely. 

  • Caro in Oz replied 9 years ago

    Great tops & outfits & what Suz said about when you remove the topper.
    You are making me think about sewing again :)

  • replied 9 years ago

    That tshirt is fantastic in both variations . Love it, and it suits you to a tee - yes, pun intended.

    And - you need to be wearing the olive pants as often as possible!  Super flattering and what a great cut on you - wow , you look dynamite in this trim style:)

    Lastly , you are killing me with your MBM pieces. This fall, I am dusting off the sewing machine and serger and getting down to business. 

  • Sal replied 9 years ago

    Love the tees and the pics remind me why I do love a Raglan Sleeve!
    These olive chinos are a perfect fit on you.  I would love some pants that fit me as well.

  • Karie replied 9 years ago

    I love how the addition of a topper to the tee in #1 completely changes the look. Take off the topper, and those fun sleeves are revealed! Both outfits are fab. May I ask, where do you purchase your fabrics?

  • Ingunn replied 9 years ago

    Yes, I would like to know that, too! Making my own clothes came to a halt long ago when the sources for good fabrics dried up. I love your tees, they are equally fab and seem so versatile. I also adore the olive jacket. 

  • Jaime replied 9 years ago

    Joining the love for your tops, especially the first one!

  • jackiec replied 9 years ago

    Fab T's!!! Great transitional looks, Firecracker. I like the stone topper in the first outfit as well. Very nice!

  • Angie replied 9 years ago

    Very fun uber casual looks. You look extra cheeky in the wide casual pants in #4. Might be nicer to pair with a shorter jacket to showcase the line of the pants. 

    You are Arty Casual Chic in #3. That's just your look. Nicely done. xo

  • Neel replied 9 years ago

    Ooohhh ... Both tops are so much fun! Obviously you get complimented :). I love both outfits on you.

  • Firecracker (Sharan) replied 9 years ago

    Thanks, everyone! You are so kind and encouraging.

    Suz and Karie, I like your take on the surprise sleeves when the topper is removed. I often feel a little sad to cover up the sleeves, because so often I need to do so, for warmth! But it is fun to reveal them, and I should just think of that fun surprise.

    Caro and Lisap, I'm flattered to be a sewing inspiration. I hope you do return to it! When I returned to sewing clothes after a lot of years when I just sewed the occasional curtain or so, I started with a vest as a kind of manageable yet interesting project.

    Lisap and Kiwigal, thanks for your comments on the pants fit. I was actually quesitoning it with the photos, and I don't find the back view very flattering. But the fit feels good. They are the Sienna, a boyfriend fit from Lucky, if you want to look for them--forgot to put the specific cut in my description.

    Karie and Ingunn, I get a lot of my fabrics online, though there are some very nice local fabric stores that I frequent as well. The fabrics for tee 1 came from The Sewing Workshop online and from Pacific Fabrics (local store). Those for tee 2 came from Marcy Tilton online. I also like Emma Onesock online.

  • Nebraskim replied 9 years ago

    I love this. You are becoming a style muse for me.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 9 years ago

    The combination of those olive chinos and the platform sandals is just fabulous on you and I like both tees, particularly the animal print version. Great casual outfits.

  • viva replied 9 years ago

    I absolutely love that zebra top. I would try it on in a second if I saw it in a store, and I would buy it if it looked as good on me as it does on you. It's really fantastic. You are supremely skilled.

  • Firecracker (Sharan) replied 9 years ago

    misapb, re: your suggestion, I'm thinking a black and white sandal would be fun with outfit number 1. Or a bone sandal on a black platform, that kind of thing? Not that I have anything like that, but it's fun to envision.

    Angie, thanks for your admiration and suggestion! I like the idea of a short jacket with the pants.

    Nebraskim, no way! Really? that's so sweet of you--thank you!

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