Thursday, May 19, 2011

Playing dress-up: Prep school style

The new challenge for the Bloggers Do it Better series is the All-American look of menswear-prep. When I found out it was going to be about prep school style I was absolutely clueless! First off, my husband's neckties are way too colorful and none of them matched anything I had. So I knew it was going to be difficult.

I worked around the necktie that I thought would be the easiest to dress with. So I came up with this. Problem is it's 85F outside. There was no way I could have done my errands in a sweater with an additional two layers underneath it. I participated anyway for the fun of it. I'm definitely doing this outfit in the Fall.





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18 comments:

  1. SalazarMay 19, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    I think it would look just as cute with either the vest or the cardigan.

    14 Shades Of Grey

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  2. Ann AsiaticoMay 20, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    Thanks Salazar... :) true, I should have taken a pic with either just the vest or the cardigan...

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  3. UnknownMay 20, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    Loving your layered look - it works great xx

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  4. kendall donaldsonMay 20, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    YES. favourite tie post ... I gave up on the tie idea the moment I read it ... that challenge does not suit my style ... so I used a fluffy cravat: but I love this look - it's so workable. I will find your closet and steal your shoes & your hubby's tie lol.
    xo

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  5. KaseyMay 20, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    your layers are perfect!! love it.

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  6. Still Blonde after all these YEARSMay 20, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    I have to remember to take a detail shot. I did in my first post but haven't since! It is just so delicious to see all the details of your outfit. I NOW officially WANT that tie. Please mail it to me...

    I’d love it if you would stop by and see how a 45+ year old handles “Prep School”—you might find something to smile about anyway! See you there! http://stillblondeafteralltheseyears.com/2011/05/menswear-american-prep-outfits-modeled-by-women-over-45-bloggers-do-it-better/

    We have $75 Dress GIveaway on our right hand sidebar. Win something for yourself

    The Chief Blonde

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  7. Style Chic 360May 20, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Great Job! i love the vest with the cardi!

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  8. The SmithsMay 20, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    Very cute - I love the layers and the mustard yellow looks great on you!!

    http://pennypincherfashionista.blogspot.com

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  9. Fashion Confessions of a MommyMay 20, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Visiting from the BDIB link.
    Loving your color combo here. The pink, navy and mustard yellow is just genius.
    Nice job.
    Daphne.
    http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com

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  10. KimberleeMay 20, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    You look like you'd fit right in with a Tommy Hilfiger ad (that's a compliment)! You look so great :)

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  11. CaitMay 20, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Love the layering, the mustard cardigan is lovely :)

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  12. Ann AsiaticoMay 20, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Thank you so much for the sweet comments ladies! :)

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  13. AnonymousMay 21, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Wish I'd worn a proper tie, look how cute u look. Love your outfit.

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  14. UnknownMay 22, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Your outfit is really cute! That sweater is awesome! It's my favoite item in this look. I also really enjoy how the vest has that great collar detail. Thanks for posting. :)

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  15. AnonymousMay 22, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    Great job with the BDIB post! I love the sweater and the vest. I'm enjoying all these post and best of all i don't have to searching for blogs!

    xoxo
    Michelle

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  16. CheMay 22, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Really cute outfit! I love the yellow cardigan.

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  17. AstoriaMay 23, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    I absolutely love this outfit! The yellow and the pink tie? PERFECT. Nice post!

    Check out my own BDIB challenge post!
    http://unjourdejaune.blogspot.com/2011/05/bdib-prep-school.html

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  18. UnknownMay 31, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    ooohhhhh....i love all of the differnt layers and details. i never thought to pair a vest under a cardi...and the tie is such a great contrast of color. LOVES IT!!

    http://thriftyandshameless.blogspot.com

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