Gap Thermal Top - XS
Forever 21 Burgundy Tights (buy here)
Forever 21 Chic Leatherette Stilettos in Olive - 5 (buy here)
I decided to try the belted scarf look today! I've seen look quite a lot this season and really love how it adds a bit of variety to a normal everyday look. This belt was actually a little on the short side, but I love the ruffles and the mix of brown colors so I wore it anyways. Let me know if you've tried this belted scarf look as I love getting inspiration from all you fashionistas out there as well! Email me a picture and if I get enough I'll put up a compilation post featuring all of you guys! ^_^
I was also recently tagged by Jessy of The Little Dust Princess to do a 5 New Year's Resolutions post. I will keep these resolutions unrelated to my blog as I have another blog-centric resolution post already scheduled for Friend Friday going up on New Year's Eve.
5 New Year's Resolutions (non blog-related):
- Learn how to cook 5 Chinese dishes. I go to my parents' house for dinner every Sunday (my parents recently moved to Dallas from Taiwan in September). My mom is an amazing cook and I'm determined to take advantage of the fact that they live in town now to learn how to cook some authentic Chinese food!
- Stick to a $300/month clothing budget. I'm currently spending about $450/month, so I'll need to learn how to cut down and not be tempted by the pretty things I see in the store. This one will be tough for me, but I'll be documenting it in my blog so hopefully this will keep me accountable!
- Learn how to scuba dive. The bf and I bought a Groupon deal to become scuba certified in 10 lessons. This is something we've casually discussed doing for awhile, but it wasn't until we talked with a friend about his recent scuba diving trip off the coast of Belize that we finally decided to get over our fears and learn how to scuba for ourselves!
- Have a date night once a week. This is another reason why I need to decrease my shopping expenses. The bf and I currently only do a date night maybe once a month. Even though I'm perfectly happy just staying home, I know that he really enjoys going out so we will now make it a point to go out once a week to do something fun!
- Pay someone a compliment once a day. I love getting compliments as it means that someone is actually noticing me or something that I'm doing. And everyone needs something to feel good about everyday. I'm going to make a special effort to pay attention to people more and offer sincere genuine compliments at least once a day.
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41 comments:
I LOVE your skirt! It fits you like a glove and looks much more expensive than F21. I am trying to do the clothing budget as a resolution too...it's gonna be tough! haha
I love your sophisticated style.
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What a great look - the scarf & belt technique. I love the neutral colours...and the weather sure looks nice and cool out there!
Great resolutions! I thought $300/month was a lot until I read that you spend $450/month now. LOL It's a great start and I really hope you achieve it! I love #5 ... and it's not just a compliment - doing a good deed for someone at least once a day really makes you feel special. : )
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Great look, love the coloured tights.
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I can't reel the skirt is from F21. This retailer continues to amaze me with their stuff.
I like your resolutions, having a date night is good. You will be surprised that it is hard to make time for your sweetheart when so many things going around either from work or family.
I started doing the belted scarf look over dresses last winter, and am addicted to the look ever since. Enjoyed reading your new year resolutions. I hope you will achieve them.
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i love your shoes and hair
your skirt is wonderful and that belting was very creative. love the super skinny belt too :) great resolutions
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I LOVE your header! It's so cute :)
And your skirt is lovely too!
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Kileen, you wear earth tones so wonderfully. Love all the browns, beiges, and burgundys. The scarf is really cute worn that way. Have you tried just draping it around your neck without the extra loop? The ends would hang longer that way.
Great New Year's resolutions. I haven't thought about mine much, but it'll probably be another year of "eating healthier and working out" haha.
The skirt fits you so well! I love the touch of red in the belt and tights. Great combination!
Thanks for the tag! This will be the first time I actually document resolutions! I can definitely agree with your #2 & 4!
Cute outfit...I've tried the belted scarf look too, and like it! Thanks for the tag...now I actually have to put some thought into my resoulutions...I'll have that post up soon :)
Great resolution!! I love the belt scarf on you, been seeing it around too feel like I want to do one of those but cant seem to find the perfect scarf !!!
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Love the color of your tights ♥
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^^^whoops, I meant to write:
I like the look of belted scarf, but I prefer it longer and wider, as seen here on Olivia Palermo
Maybe you can unravel the part around your neck.
@AubreyOhDang! looking back, i agree that it would look a lot better longer and wider. i'll have to keep that in mind for next time! thank you so much for the tip. :)
I'm loving your red tights! I'm slow in getting into that despite have a plethora of colored tights. I think the belted scarf look works well on you! =)
Very nice outfit, Kileen! This look is new to me. I have to try it myself. I am loving your skirt. Is it current?
@PetiteLittleGirl unfortunately the skirt is old -- over 3 years. do let me know if you try out the look! i need to make another attempt as well with the tips from my readers today. :)
I LOVE the burgundy tights with this outfit! And I may have to join you on your #2 resolution :) How did you determine a good number for your budget?
@SewPetiteGal figuring out the right number is like figuring out the right number of calories to lose weight, LOL. i just took a look at my current spending, looked at the items i was buying, and thought about which items i could've done without. as with all goals, i want the budget to be something realistic that i felt confident about reaching. $300 seemed like a reasonable enough number where i could still allow myself to buy things, enjoy shopping, and not feel deprived. also, as i've been blogging more, i have more ideas as far as how i can remix existing items in my wardrobe so i won't feel compelled to go shopping as much.
hope this helps!
Woot woot! I love your spin on the belted scarf look! Chiccc! Hehe I've tried it a few weeks ago too (sending it to you right now :P). And I have yet to make my NY resolutions, but paying someone a compliment once a day is a good one!
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LOVE your color pallet! I love that you matched your tights and belt instead of tights and shoes, such an unexpected surprise! And great job on belting the scarf! Still trying to master that one.
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kileen-- i enjoyed reading your resolutions. my bf and i try to do date night once a week too. we try to go somewhere new that we have never been to. it's something to look forward to. i need to come up with a clothing budget too! i spend way too much $$ on junk.
What would you do with a $75 gift card? I have a giveaway on my blog right now for just that!
Come on over and enter to win! It's only going until the end of tomorrow…. hurry!
That's brilliant how you also belted the scarf under! I think learning how to cook for you would translate learning how to bake for me!
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This is such a classic, feminine outfit- I absolutely love how you played around with the colors in the tweed skirt with your accessories. It looks great styled with the maroon tights and the tan shoes!!
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Loooooove this outfit! It may be one of my favs on you!!! Totally something I would wear to work:)
So classy and feminine and everything fits you perfectly!!
Wonderful resolutions! How about a makeup budget? HEhehe!
@April oh, yes. a makeup budget was on my list this year! $50/month. i'm happy that i actually met this goal!! :D
Dang, girl! $450 a month? No wonder you always dress like a million bucks. :)
@kimmie i know. i spend way too much. :( i gotta start cutting back now!!
Kileen, so sorry I missed your recent posts. Just saw that i got tagged on the New Year's resolution as well. :) I'll make sure I come up with a list before the new year. I really like your last resolution. I think it's very sweet of you to make that one of your resolutions because you will surely make someone feel really good about themselves. (although if you count the comments you give to bloggers everyday, you are already doing that. :))
Again, LOVE your tights!
I really like all your resolutions! In fact, I recently suggested to hubby that we start our own date night tradition. We both love staying at home but now it's gotten to the point that we rarely go out together anymore, so it would be a nice change. Also then I'll get a chance to wear all the clothes I've been buying recently, since I still only wear scrubs to work :)
I love this oufit, and your belted scarf in particular! I've been playing around but haven't quite figured out how to pull off belting a scarf yet. The color of the tights is also gorgeous!
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