Summer Fades, Style Remains

Now that summer is pretty much over, I am going to share some of my summer outfits! But most will transition into fall--and I can add updates to that effect later.

I love this outfit and have enjoyed the maxi skirt much more than I expected. Why? Because I am short. Short and pleasingly plump, as my grandmother used to say. I am growing more and more comfortable and happy with my body, in this age of body positivity, but I know what flatters and what doesn't.

But somehow, this little skirt has been very comfortable, both physically and emotionally. I feel pretty in it and get compliments when wearing it. And that's what clothes are all about, baby!

Update: For fall, the scarf goes around my neck instead of being tied onto my purse, and I add a short cardigan in grey or a denim jacket. With a long skirt like this, stay away from longer completer pieces, such as a boyfriend sweater. That will drag down the look. And, of course, I will swap the sandals for boots!

Here's the Cheap-Cute Scoop:

• T-shirt, heathered peach, Old Navy, about 8 bucks.
• Belt, silver leather and chain, Nine West brand but bought at Ross Dress for Less for about $11.
• Maxi skirt, multi-colored stripes, Wal-Mart, $10 or $12 (purchased earlier this summer).
• Shoes, well, you KNOW I got them at Payless! But it was a year or two ago, maybe three, and I probably paid $15-$20 for them. They're super-cute and way comf, too.
• Scarf, embroidered aqua, my favorite color, Charming Charlie, under $15.

I wear silver jewelry with this. I just got two pairs of big hoops, one in silver and one in gold, $12 on Amazon. I have really enjoyed that "gypsy" look--or disco! Depends on how big my hair turns out that day!

More late-summer outfits to come!