Workhorse: Simplicity 1699

There are some garments in my wardrobe that are in heavy rotation and this peplum top is one of them. It just looks good with everything. I particularly like it with a cropped jacket or cardigan with the peplum peeking out the bottom.

My Review: 

Pattern:  Simplicity 1699

Fabric used: Ponte Di Roma in ivory ( I'm a little disappointed that it has pilled so quickly) 

Instructions:  So simple!! Especially with no sleeve to set in... raglan sleeve for the win!

Changes I made: I didn't make any changes to the pattern but I did omit the collar. It wasn't my thing....

                          Oh!... and of course I used an invisible zip instead of a lapped...

Repeat worthy? Yes. I really want to make the longer sleeve version for winter!

Top: self made Pants:Target Jacket:thrifted Shoes: Franco Sarto

This was such a quick and easy make and I really love that the peplum isn't too overwhelmingly poofy... it has just the right amount of flounce...

MMM Day 11 Repeat Performance

Eleven days into this challenge and I have a repeat already. I love this peplum blouse so much and in a white polka dot makes it versatile. Previously worn here and here. One thing is for sure though...I need to make some pants. And pronto!

Blouse:self-made Cardigan:Costco Jeans:Ann Taylor Shoes:Franco Sarto Bag:Nine West

Thanks to Emmy for taking these pictures on a rainy day AND making me laugh while doing it! 

Me Made May Day 1

It's here! May. An entire month of wearing clothes I have made. Daunting but doable. I hope. So here is my first outfit.

 The weather was a bit dreary this morning so I went for something bright and bold. My peplum top is self made from Newlook 6196. You can see how I styled it another way, here.

Top:self-made Pants:Suzy Shier Shoes:Franco Sarto Necklace:Suzy Shier

I wore this today while running errands and catching up with my mom over coffee and guess what...the sun came out. So nice. May is starting out a-okaay!