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I belted a scarf!

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Elaine

Hmmm…so when blogger went down I lost my draft post, luckily I didn’t get very far with it!

Anyway, since I’ve still been feeling under the weather, besides a blackberry picture I haven’t taken any photos! So here is an outfit from a while ago.  I was actually experimenting with belting a scarf the way I’ve seen many bloggers rock!  Not sure it worked out, but I loved the colour combo and was happy that I tried something new 🙂

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Sweater: Gap XS
Scarf: mark by Avon
Belt: Danier XS
Jeans: Gap jean leggings 00R
Shoes:  Nine West size 7


I really loved the combination of the mustard and the pink – it made me feel happy! 🙂

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Close up of the pretty scarf:

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My nude pumps!  Sooo comfortable! They kind of made their debut during Petite Fashion Challenge #7

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Ummm…so to “change it up” here’s a picture of me sitting…b/c that’s the only thing I could think of to be creative LOL!

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Anyone else tried this before or have been inspired by other bloggers?  What do you think, did it work?  Any suggestions for me?

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29 thoughts on “I belted a scarf!”

  1. For Those About To Shop says:
    May 20, 2011 at 12:26 pm

    I love that colour combo, too, and you’re lucky you can wear that mustard hue. I love it but it looks terrible on me.

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  2. Elaine A (TOBeautyReviews) says:
    May 19, 2011 at 10:56 am

    @Sweet Laundry Yes Nine West! I don’t know if they have this exact style anymore, but they had so many great nude pumps! I liked these b/c they weren’t too high 😉

    @Make-up JunkieThank you Joy, so sweet!!! 🙂

    @Really PetiteOh Annie, I’m sure it looks great on you! You might need a shorter scarf though, maybe it hangs too long on you?

    @AubreyOhDang!LOL you always make me laugh!! I know what you mean, I can’t have any scarves around my neck like that except for thick winter scarves, seems to claustrophobic to me!

    @PetiteLittleGirlThanks Sydney, I was pleasantly surprised by how this turned out!

    @The Little Dust Princess I know, I didn’t think so either til I tried it 😉

    @NatashaThank you Natasha!!!!!

    @A Fine BalanceOh man, I am not really comfortable in front of the camer but I got used to it….and there’s no one else in the room with me LOL – those are self timed shots 😛

    @KikiOh Kiki, what a huge compliment coming from you! I love your style 🙂

    @Natasa * Stiletto Twins Thanks Natasa, I’m sure you would wear it well!

    @EmmyOh Emmy, try it, you would rock it!

    @organic lipstickThank you for your comment, and sooo true! I think it’s all about the accessories.

    @MandyThanks Mandy!!! 🙂

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  3. Mandy says:
    May 19, 2011 at 10:34 am

    Wow, awesome! I love it! 🙂

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  4. organic lipstick says:
    May 18, 2011 at 9:27 am

    Sometimes scarves can really create a novel and unique look to the style …. sometimes when you are going for a party from office just a little additions can steer the look to a new height.

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  5. Emmy says:
    May 17, 2011 at 6:12 pm

    I love the color combination. I have seen this on other bloggers but have been too shy to try it on myself. You look fabulous!!!

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  6. Natasa * Stiletto Twins says:
    May 17, 2011 at 9:56 am

    Such a pretty scarf! Every time I try this it ends up looking too bulky – you pull it off well!

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  7. Kiki says:
    May 17, 2011 at 9:37 am

    I don’t think I’ve ever done this, but you’ve inspired me to try! You look incredibly polished!
    xoxo kiki

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  8. A Fine Balance says:
    May 17, 2011 at 7:29 am

    I think you are doing a wonderful job! Its difficult to be in front of a camera but you do it well. I love the up close pictures so you can see the design…thank you for your comments on my blog 🙂

    PS I will be in Tdot this weekend whooo!

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  9. Natasha says:
    May 16, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    I love those colours togeter, and the belted scarf is perfect!

    Natasha ~ Required2BeInspired

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  10. The Little Dust Princess says:
    May 16, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    I like the colour combo as well! Never thought pink & mustard would go well together. haha

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  11. PetiteLittleGirl says:
    May 16, 2011 at 6:37 pm

    You look great, Elaine! I like that color combination. Mustard and pink go really well together. I haven’t tried this yet but I certainly will 🙂

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  12. AubreyOhDang! says:
    May 16, 2011 at 4:20 pm

    I only like belted scarves when it looks like you’re not choking yourself. I dont know why ppl wrap it around their neck like a turtleneck and then belt it. I often wonder, “one tug and you’re dead missy!” hahahah.

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  13. Really Petite says:
    May 16, 2011 at 3:41 pm

    Oooooo so so pretty! I have tried this but didn’t look this good!

    Love the scarf color with the mustard!

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  14. Make-up Junkie says:
    May 16, 2011 at 12:58 pm

    aww you look so purdy 🙂

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  15. Sweet Laundry says:
    May 16, 2011 at 11:24 am

    YAY! You did it! I have seen the belted scarf look many times and wondered if I would ever try it. I like how you’ve brought the two pieces to the center like that. I think it looks better that way. I also love this colour combo, I would never have thought of it. And I’m totally into these nude pumps. Nine West? I’ve to have these ASAP!

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  16. kileen says:
    May 16, 2011 at 9:24 am

    what a beautiful scarf and the belting totally worked!! the outfit has some of my favorite color combinations too!! (definitely color brigade-worthy!) 🙂

    cute & little

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  17. Elaine A (TOBeautyReviews) says:
    May 16, 2011 at 7:33 am

    @Kat Thanks for your comment Kat, I’ll definitely check your post out. Always looking for new inspiration 🙂

    @questforfashionsenseOooh I would love to see you wear your scarf!! I’m sure you looked great!

    @CeeThanks Cee! Yes you are obviously one of the bloggers I get inspiration from – I couldn’t find an exact post to link to though!

    @hurricanekerrie LOL ok I’m glad the sit down thing worked out 😛

    @MichelleThanks Michelle! Yes I love this scarf since there are so many different colours to pull out of it 🙂

    @Petite in the City Gah Lor, no I haven’t done a 2nd review yet – I’m so behind with all my posting – so many ideas, so little time. I’ll put it on the list!

    @NelahI LOVE how you styled your latest special purchase! I don’t think I’m confident enough in my scarf folding abilities to pull that off though 😛

    Thank you, I’m definitely on the mend 🙂

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  18. Nelah says:
    May 15, 2011 at 10:47 pm

    Scarf is definitely a hot commodity this year and I like how you style it. Such a fun color combo. If I didn’t know the bloggin community, I would never buy a scarf or even if I bought one, I would only use it as a scarf (to wrap around my neck and that’s it lol).

    Hope you get well soon Elaine.

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  19. Petite in the City says:
    May 15, 2011 at 10:44 pm

    Your outfit looks great!! I’ve been meaning to try this look too!

    Reading everyone’s blogs is always inspiring! I’ve found so many creative ways to wear my existing clothes. Before I started blogging, I used wear the same set of outfits week after week…

    By the way, did you ever do a second clairsonic review? Or did I miss it?

    -lor

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  20. Michelle says:
    May 15, 2011 at 10:18 pm

    This worked out so nicely!! Your scarf seems to have a tinge of mustard in it already. And the pumps look great with the cardigan!

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  21. hurricanekerrie says:
    May 15, 2011 at 9:05 pm

    Oh, you rocked it! I think it was great pairing the mustard with the pink, too! Lovely colors.

    Aaand, I’m so for sitting down to “change it up.” Sometimes, a girl just has to sit down, you know? 🙂

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  22. Cee says:
    May 15, 2011 at 8:50 pm

    Yes, I think this belted scarf looks great on you! I’ve tried the same trick, but I let the ends hang loose, instead of criss-crossing them like you did. Will have to try that in the future!

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  23. questforfashionsense says:
    May 15, 2011 at 8:02 pm

    I love the color combination and you inspired me to wear a scarf today! I tried to do the belt over scarf look, but I had muffin top issues. Maybe I’ll fare better next time. Also, I really like the shape of your nude pumps–very classic and flattering.

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  24. Kat says:
    May 15, 2011 at 7:53 pm

    You’re working this outfit! Great colour combination. If you wanted to try a variation on this look, I’ve also seen it with a belted peacoat or trenchcoat. I’m inspired by other bloggers all the time – see my recent posts on a denim shirt and leggings outfit or my bejewelled belt!

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  25. Elaine A (TOBeautyReviews) says:
    May 15, 2011 at 7:09 pm

    @Naghmeh Awww thank you so much for your comment 🙂 I really appreciate it!

    @JanellaThanks you’re so sweet!

    @SewPetiteGalSPG, I’m definitely much better this weekend than I was last! Go figure the weather is miserable right now 🙁 Yay, I’m glad you liked this combo 🙂

    @OlyviaSo…funny enough I don’t have those highlights anymore LOL! I just got my hair coloured on Friday 😛

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  26. Olyvia says:
    May 15, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    I love this color combo on you! It brings out the pretty highlights in your hair too (which btw your curls looks gorgeous in these photos) I haven’t tried the belt outside a scarf, but it looks effortless on you!

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  27. SewPetiteGal says:
    May 15, 2011 at 4:21 pm

    Aww, Elaine – so sorry to hear you are still feeling ill! I hope you feel better soon!

    This totally worked! I love the paisley pink pattern paired with the yellow – gorgeous! Glad you found comfy pumps too 🙂

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  28. Janella says:
    May 15, 2011 at 1:54 pm

    You look so pretty

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  29. Naghmeh says:
    May 15, 2011 at 1:53 pm

    I think you totally rocked that outfit! love the colour combo and those shoes!

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