Making a basic drill skirt work several ways should be a given but for many of my clients they struggle to see the potential in pieces and end up wearing them only one or two ways despairing that they have nothing to wear.
Now these pics aren’t flash but I’m delving into my photo library to show you all a few examples of how this budget drill skirt is a workhorse in my wardrobe. Even though it was a budget piece (under $30) I still want to get dollar per wear value. When I talk about dollar per wear I’m talking about mileage. Is this piece going to pay for itself in wears or am I handing over money for something that will sit idly in my wardrobe?
The reason why this skirt works is because I bought it in a favourite colour…coral. I wear a lot of blue, grey, off whites, chambray and orange so I know this coral will team back well with them all, I also know I have plenty of scarves and necklaces that will also work with this piece.
Teaming a neutral like grey is perfect with a bold coral, and a kimono or cape with print will inject some extra life.
Wearing a print tee with the skirt in a similar colour can be risky but lightening up the whole outfit with a white jacket settles it, I’m also a fan of adding that 3rd piece…a jacket, vest or scarf for breaking up pattern, block colour and a curvier body.
Even when I’m wearing a white tee that isn’t in my best white (it’s a bit bright), the skirt is the distraction and when I add a chambray vest it helps to break up the tee but the orange in the skirt falls in love with the blue chambray 🙂 The same principle applies for my clashing print shoe, the orange falls in love with the blue. I added the black necklace to top n tail with the black in my shoes and it also creates a ‘virtual’ v neck’ as the neckline is too high on this tee for my liking but I love the print.
Is your wardrobe working hard for you? Do you give thought to ‘dollar per wear’ when buying clothes?
Magda says
December 30, 2014 at 8:42 amI have a similar skirt in tan that I don’t wear very often due to lack of ideas and inspiration. You’ve given me some good tips for different ways to get more value from it.
Thsnks Jenni.
Xx
Jenni says
December 30, 2014 at 9:20 amTry some blues, grey,cream and oranges with that tan skirt Magda 🙂
Kellie says
December 30, 2014 at 10:23 amI love your eye for fashion! I am inspired. I have ‘outfits’ not ‘pieces that can be mixed and matched….I think it’s time for me to have a play around with my clothes……being a bigger girl I guess I’m just happy if it fits – I want to love the way I look. Thanks to your blog, I am armed with hope and ideas. Thank you 🙂
Jenni says
December 30, 2014 at 11:58 amOh Kellie I know EXACTLY what it feels like to buy clothes just because ‘it fits’. It can be soul destroying and walking around not dressed like your authentic self is pretty crappy too. Once you look at ‘pieces’ and really think before you purchase your wardrobe will blossom. It doesn’t need to happen quickly, but as you add hard working pieces you’ll find dressing so much easier and fun!
Ann Hole says
December 30, 2014 at 10:31 amsome fabulous tips Jen…xx
Jenni says
December 30, 2014 at 11:59 amThanks so much Ann x
Maddie says
December 30, 2014 at 11:31 amJen hi
Ilove your style. You have become a refreshing and positive addition to my day. Love checking by to see your daily style.
Question…. Where do you source all your gorgeous jewellery pieces from? Do you have a favourite outlet?
Keep smiling and inspiring.
Jenni says
December 30, 2014 at 11:46 amHi Maddie, thanks for those lovely compliments and thanks for stopping by. Most of my jewellery comes from local boutiques or is picked up while on holidays. I do own a few MIMCO pieces which serve me very well. Stay tuned though as I will be working with a new jewellery company
Kathryn says
December 30, 2014 at 2:45 pmGreat ideas Jen. I love buying a piece of clothing and then mentally tallying up cost per wear. Love your happy smiley face photos! Kathryn
Jenni says
December 30, 2014 at 3:10 pmThanks Kathryn, doesn’t it just feel better when you know your purchase is more ‘thought out’ 🙂 x
Gaye says
December 30, 2014 at 2:52 pmHi Jen, I am knew to your Blog. You look Fabulous, love all the colours!! Time for this Mumma & Young Granny (he he)
to start adding more colour!! Thank you. Wishing you a great day X
Jenni says
December 30, 2014 at 3:06 pmHi Gaye and ‘welcome’
Colour is awesome and once you know your best colours shopping and getting dressed just gets so much easier xx
Gaye says
December 30, 2014 at 3:05 pmSorry Jen – Like I said I am new at this!! x
Jenni says
December 30, 2014 at 3:08 pmThat’s ok, your comment was just awaiting approval as you’re new to my site x
merilyn says
December 31, 2014 at 2:16 pmyou’re looking great jen!
that coral is lovely on you!
happy and healthy new year to you! love m:)X
Jenni says
December 31, 2014 at 2:29 pmThanks so much Merilyn, HAPPY new year x