Happy Monday Loves! I hope all of you had lovely weekends. I’m back with the second installment of my “Style It Two Ways” series! Joining me for this post is my blogger girlfriend V-neesa of Simply Chic! She has such a classy and ladylike style that is just what her title is; Chic! I immediately thought of her for this second post and was super happy that she was excited to do it!
Today we are both adding our own twist to a popular and very versatile item that can make the simplest outfit have a a funkier edge. The cargo vest! This piece is perfect for layering and dressing an outfit up or down. You can find both lower and higher end options of this vest and it will easily become a closet staple. I literally wear mine all the time.Challenge yourself to come up with at least 5 different looks wearing it and have fun styling away! How do you wear your cargo vest?
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| Style Guide: Layer a cargo vest over a printed blouse when wearing a denim or solid skirt to add interest to the entire look. Add a statement necklace for some extra pizzazz! |
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| What I Wore: | Vest: Old Navy (early spring sale, similar cute option here) | Blouse: F21 | Chambray Skirt: Banana Republic (loving the wash of this one | Bag: Vintage Liz C. | Leopard smoking flats: DSW | Sunnies & Earrings: Vintage find | Pictured below is a sneak peek of V-neesa’s look styling her military vest! I simply adore her skirt 🙂 |
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| Don’t forget to head over to Simply Chic to see more of how she styled her vest and tell her I sent you! Please feel free to email me, or comment below with your suggestions on future clothing pieces, trends, or colors you’d like to see featured on “Style It Two Ways”! |
Have a great day!
Economy of Style
August 13, 2012How adorable!! You both rocked it. I wore this vest last weekend. I posted my outfit today. I'm definitely going to pair it with a skirt next time
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August 14, 2012thanks so much hun! isn't it so versatile?
Vivi N.
August 13, 2012I love the style tip of layering on top of a printed blouse! Never thought of that. D'oh. I have a lot of printed dresses that my Old Navy vest would look good over.
Great outfit.
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August 14, 2012thanks Vivi! Def try it, it takes the look to another level 🙂
Sing
August 13, 2012Cute styling. The vest just screams for layers.
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August 14, 2012thanks Sing! doesn't it? Super excited for cooler weather 🙂
JoJo
August 13, 2012your style and hair is extra dope! <3 following.
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August 14, 2012thank you so much JoJo! 🙂 Welcome to my blog!
GFS
August 13, 2012I have that vest and love it!
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August 14, 2012yay! isn't it awesome? thanks for visiting my blog 🙂
simplychic
August 14, 2012cute! cute! cute! i loved doing this with you :):)
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August 14, 2012thanks V-neesa! 🙂 I'm so happy you joined me! loved your look!
Diana
August 14, 2012Omg y'all both KILLED this vest look! Makes me wanna try a vest!
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August 14, 2012thanks sis! you so should, borrow mine anytime you like 🙂
Dana
August 14, 2012Popping over from SimplyChic…
Want to follow each other?
Drop me a note on my blog, follow and I'll follow right back!
Thank you.
Have a great Tuesday!
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XOXO Dana
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August 14, 2012aww thanks love!
Understated Classics Clare
August 14, 2012What a lovely post- great inspiration for a similar vest I have!
Clare
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August 14, 2012thank you Clare! I'm so glad I inspired you, it's such a versatile piece!
Skinny
August 14, 2012Love your flats and bag
Tran N.
August 15, 2012A really fun and cute outfit! Love the blouse!
xx TraN
Stesha
August 15, 2012You both love stunning in your vests! I haven't worn one in ages. Time to bring mine out of the closet!
Hugs and Mocha,
Stesha
MissRockwell
October 13, 2012I am in love with this vest. I have searched high and low for one with no luck! Old Navy should bring it back. I'm digging how you paired it with the patterned blouse too-HOT!
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