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Fashion · August 1, 2016

{Fashion Monday} One Pair Two Outfits

When I was creating one pair two outfits, I had one theme and one colour in mind and that was ‘rose pink’. If you read impress your date, you will remember most of the accessories where rose-pink. I am so in love with rose-pink at that moment that 90% of my outfits both on the mood board and real life are consisting of some sort of rose gold.

I was in Copenhagen final weekend in July and the weather was so temperamental that I decided today’s outfit would be one that is suitable for the unpredictable Danish & British weather. I figured on the day where the weather focus is predicted to have over 50% rain then it’s best to wear a sleeved blouse (obviously carry your brolly and light coat in your bag) and for when the weather behaved sleeveless blouse is exactly what the sun doctor ordered.

 

One Pair Two Outfits

One pair two outfits is an idea which came about upon my return to the glooming England. I know our British weather leaves much to be desired so we are always creative in terms of how we dress on a day-to-day. All my outfits (though not always dipicted on the fashion boards) always have in mind (that you’ve packed) a light coat for summer and spring and winter coat for rest of the seasons.

Skinny Jeans – Love or hate them!!

Regular readers know how much I enjoy putting outfits together and also know my appreciation for ripped skinny jeans. Ever since I dared to buy a couple last year, I can not seem to get enough of them. I believe they are so easy to dress and can look good on anyone without trying.

During summer you have an abundance of ways to dress your skinny jeans, as I have depicted in my one pair two outfits mood board. You can throw together a nice pair of skinny jeans with a blouse (sleeved or less), pair with (my favourite) block heels and minimal jewellery and you’re good to go.

Skinny and Travel

For those who are always on the move, skinny jeans are your friend as they don’t get too hot nor cold so if you’re riding overnight buses or trains for long distance you can still stay warm enough. You can easy change-up the tops or pair with canvas or trainers and you would still look stylish with minimal effort.

Adding a Fedora hat to this outfit I believe makes it even more stylish, not all of us like the idea of wearing hats but there are times when we are having bad hair days or need to escape to the salon but can’t move with the current state of affairs in the hair department so only makes sense to cover up.

In most instances I would probably go with a beanie hat but when creating one pair two outfits I thought a fedora would do the trick in concealing even the worse of ‘bad hair days’ whilst still illuminating the idea of perfect overall outfit.

What do you think of my one pair two outfits post?

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Comments

  1. stephanie says

    August 18, 2016 at 12:04 am

    I love those jeans. You have a really good sense of style!

    Reply
  2. Colette S says

    August 15, 2016 at 9:09 pm

    I love this put together shades.
    I have not worn rose before….I don’t think. Because I didn’t think it would match my skin.
    I should try it.
    But I always do mix things up.

    Reply
  3. Jenni Grainger says

    August 12, 2016 at 7:56 am

    I love the shades you have gone for and looks great next to black jeans which I wouldn’t have thought of

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 12, 2016 at 10:44 am

      Thanks so much, I love putting outfits together

  4. Karla Ramos says

    August 11, 2016 at 11:03 am

    Old rose has always been a neutral, all-around color for me. Seeing that on these clothes and selections makes me want to wear them all!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 11, 2016 at 12:48 pm

      It’s a new one on me but I am loving it

  5. mail4rosey says

    August 10, 2016 at 11:19 pm

    I have never tried the skinny ripped jeans. My daughter wears them though, and she loves them.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 11, 2016 at 12:48 pm

      You should, hey don’t have to be extensive just a knee rip looks good too

  6. Christine Tatum says

    August 10, 2016 at 10:04 pm

    The right kind of skinny jeans are so comfy. I LOVE everything you have put together for these outfits!!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 11, 2016 at 12:48 pm

      Thanks Christine

  7. Evelina says

    August 10, 2016 at 9:53 pm

    Skinny jeans are so versatile!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 11, 2016 at 12:47 pm

      Yep

  8. TheNewClassy says

    August 10, 2016 at 8:12 pm

    I can remember when ripped jeans were really popular back in the 80s. I had a pair, and everybody I knew had a pair too. It’s funny how things go out of style then come back in style.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 11, 2016 at 12:47 pm

      Ain’t it just, I was just saying that the other day to my sister

  9. Reviews by Pink says

    August 10, 2016 at 5:57 pm

    I love Skinny Jeans! They are the number one staple item in my closest.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 11, 2016 at 12:47 pm

      Yours and mine

  10. Michelle Kneece Waller says

    August 10, 2016 at 5:54 pm

    I am in love with the sleeveless shirt. I am loving skinny jeans more and more.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 11, 2016 at 12:47 pm

      Thanks Michelle, I live in my skinnies

  11. Enricoh Alfonzo Naidu says

    August 10, 2016 at 12:49 pm

    I wouldnt have expected skinny jeans to be a friend during travel. Great tips and insightful read.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 4:27 pm

      Many private ole think skinny jeans are too tight and restrictive but all mine are nothing but flexible and stress

  12. Kara says

    August 10, 2016 at 8:35 am

    I love that blouse with the pussy bow neckline

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 4:27 pm

      It’s cute isn’t it!

  13. Anosa says

    August 10, 2016 at 6:41 am

    I am glad to have helped

    Reply
  14. Becca Wilson says

    August 10, 2016 at 3:04 am

    I love those pants! Your ideas for these outfits are so pretty. I would totally rock them.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:44 am

      Aww thanks Becca

  15. Kathy Kenny Ngo says

    August 9, 2016 at 11:23 pm

    I love your style. We almost have the same taste! I bet the colors too!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:44 am

      Glad to hear it and thanks

  16. Beautyqueenuk says

    August 9, 2016 at 9:36 pm

    I never ever thought I would be a skinny jeans kinda gal, but I live in them x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:43 am

      Hahaha same here

  17. Echo (The Mad Mommy) says

    August 9, 2016 at 8:50 pm

    That necklace and those rings are gorgeous! I think I could accessorize with those!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:43 am

      Thanks Echo

  18. Liz Mays says

    August 9, 2016 at 8:10 pm

    I love skinny jeans too! I’m short so the flares never looked right on me. Skinnies work! I love your outfits!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:43 am

      I am too and I stay away from flares lol

  19. The Cubicle Chick says

    August 9, 2016 at 6:33 pm

    Skinny jeans are my favorite, no matter the season or weather. I don’t have a ripped pair though. I need to change that. – Yolonda

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:43 am

      I agree no matter the season you can still rock skinny jeans

  20. Stella Kashmoney says

    August 9, 2016 at 10:58 am

    Loving the outfits. I love my skinny jeans. They fit so well.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:42 am

      Thanks Stella

  21. Mai C. says

    August 9, 2016 at 8:08 am

    Thanks for the outfit suggestions regarding skinny jeans! You’re absolutely right, they’re perfect for people who travel often.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:42 am

      Thanks Mai, I speak from experience 😊

  22. Melanie Smith says

    August 9, 2016 at 1:39 am

    These outfits are so cool! I love everything, especially the colors.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 9, 2016 at 8:17 am

      Thanks, me too

    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:42 am

      Awww thanks

  23. Homestead Wishing says

    August 8, 2016 at 7:00 pm

    I love all of these accessories. It really makes the outfits stand out. Great job on picking the colors too!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 9, 2016 at 8:24 am

      Thanks, I love accessories

    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:42 am

      Thanks, I love accessorising my outfits

  24. Clairejustineo says

    August 8, 2016 at 4:25 pm

    I love these outfit. These tops are such a great colour 🙂

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 9, 2016 at 8:29 am

      Thanks Claire

    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:41 am

      Thanks me too

  25. Mellissa Williams says

    August 8, 2016 at 4:10 pm

    I love the rose gold/peach colours you have picked. The jewellery is exactly what I would wear

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 9, 2016 at 8:29 am

      Thanks, I am loving rose gold at the moment

    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:41 am

      Thanks Mellissa glad it hear it

  26. tara pittman says

    August 8, 2016 at 3:35 pm

    I love skinny jeans. They allow me to wear jeans as I have a tummy and skinny legs

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 9, 2016 at 8:29 am

      Same here, hence why I love them

    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:41 am

      You and me both

  27. Sarahjane says

    August 8, 2016 at 11:20 am

    Great picks! Rose pink is one of my favourite colours right now! Love a skinny jean too!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:40 am

      Thanks Sarahjane mine too

  28. Joanna says

    August 8, 2016 at 10:25 am

    I have to say that I am not a fan of skinny jeans. I own a pair of two but I never wear them because I don’t find them comfortable. I do however love the rose pink top in the photo, it looks so elegant, perfect to complete an office look.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      August 10, 2016 at 6:40 am

      It took me a while to find my kind of skinny jeans and now I can’t get enough of them

  29. Viki Marden says

    August 4, 2016 at 7:49 pm

    I absoloutly love skinny jeans and could live in them. I absoloutly love the top in the outfit picture x

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 9:06 pm

      Me too

  30. Zoe IKIWN says

    August 4, 2016 at 7:18 pm

    Oh my word, I’m in love with all that beautiful blush pink. The pussy bow sleeveless blouse and backpack are to die for! So gorgeous! x

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 9:06 pm

      Thanks Zoe

  31. Inspiring Kitchen says

    August 4, 2016 at 6:31 pm

    These are great tips. I tend to pack a lot when traveling. I need to follow your tips.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 9:05 pm

      I am practicing and so far so good

  32. Ana De- Jesus says

    August 4, 2016 at 1:34 pm

    I love the concept and skinnies can be dressed up or down which you have done here. Love the top!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 9:04 pm

      Thanks Ana

  33. Bites for Foodies says

    August 4, 2016 at 7:47 am

    Love the fashion, but I have to say you had me at Copenhagen!! I went to Copenhagen for a week years ago and absolutely fell in love with it!! A few friends of mine are from there so had personal tour guides as well!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 9:42 am

      Hahaha, I loved Copenhagen and having friends there makes it even more fun.

  34. Jesica H says

    August 4, 2016 at 3:41 am

    I really need someone to buy clothes and organize like this for me! I have no style or organization!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 9:02 pm

      Hahaha don’t we all 😊

  35. Lori Felix says

    August 4, 2016 at 12:56 am

    I’m loving the rose pink color right now too. I think I’ll have to order myself a pair of those heels to add to my collection.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 9:01 pm

      Oooh I bet they will look nice on you

  36. Ann Bacciaglia says

    August 3, 2016 at 6:37 pm

    This is a great post. I always pack to much stuff when I travel. I will have to go try some skinny jeans and see how they fit.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 9:00 pm

      Thanks Ann

  37. Chubskulit Rose says

    August 3, 2016 at 2:22 pm

    I love skinny jeans too. IT is just hard for me to find my size, I am very small.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 8:59 pm

      Aww bless you

  38. Rebecca Swenor says

    August 3, 2016 at 2:05 pm

    This is a great idea to have one pair two outfits. I really love all these items and will be checking them out. The watch here is so gorgeous and goes good with everything here. Thanks for sharing these items.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 8:59 pm

      You’re welcome and thanks for stopping by

  39. Kristen Dann says

    August 3, 2016 at 2:03 pm

    I am a huge fan of skinny jeans…you can dress them up with a nice top. Or just throw on a big t-shirt to go run errands.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 8:58 pm

      So true

  40. Sara says

    August 3, 2016 at 1:08 pm

    I love the outfit you put together! I am not really a skinny jeans person, but I think they look great on other people. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 8:58 pm

      Thanks Sara, I love skinny jeans and could live in them lol

  41. Rhian Westbury says

    August 3, 2016 at 12:51 pm

    The blush pink is so pretty but I never find tops I like in that shade. I live in my skinny jeans though, all the time x

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 3:46 pm

      This shade of pink is quickly becoming my favourite shade of pink and can’t get enough

  42. Tatanisha Pitts-Worthey says

    August 3, 2016 at 8:11 am

    All of these are very pretty – love the color too! I absolutely love this idea!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 3:44 pm

      Thank you Tatanisha

  43. Carol Bryant says

    August 3, 2016 at 4:44 am

    The skinny jeans look good on you. I am more of a flare leg gal. I also love the long sleeved blouse and I could totally see myself wearing that with some cute leather clogs.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 3, 2016 at 3:08 pm

      Thank you, I am scared of the flare ones as I don’t think they look good on me.

  44. Melissa Dixon says

    August 3, 2016 at 4:21 am

    These are adorable pairings. I have never had much of an eye for fashion but I love these!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 3:42 pm

      Thanks Melissa, I try now and again 😊

  45. Rebecca Smith says

    August 3, 2016 at 12:57 am

    Love your choices – that blouse is gorgeous and would look amazing with the jeans!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 3:42 pm

      Thanks Rebecca

  46. Jess says

    August 2, 2016 at 10:19 pm

    Oooh I love the sleeveless blouse, that bow is lovely! I really like the rings and earrings, too, so pretty <3

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 4, 2016 at 3:41 pm

      Thanks so much Jess

  47. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    August 2, 2016 at 8:55 pm

    Hello, Sassy! I really love the look of the items you pulled together for these great outfits. They’re so gorgeous and versatile.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 2, 2016 at 9:59 pm

      Hey Stacie, thanks so much girl
      I appreciate it 😊

  48. Jeanette says

    August 2, 2016 at 8:54 pm

    Rose pink is such a pretty color. It’s very subtle, but at the same time calls attention to itself. I love your “One Pair Two Outfits” look!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 2, 2016 at 9:59 pm

      It sure does, I love it.
      Thanks Jeanette

  49. Racquel Bregg says

    August 2, 2016 at 8:35 pm

    I like this combination. I really like the blouse with the long sleeves! I’d love that with the skinny jeans – totally my style!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      August 2, 2016 at 9:58 pm

      Thanks Racquel, glad you like it

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