Banana Republic Black Cardigan

Today’s outfit…literally exploded into existence. Ka BOOM!!! It started with a striped top that I just felt like wearing today. You know…some days you just feel like wearing something special or different or…not special or different at all (see my prior post Incognito).

Blouse: Gap Cardigan: Banana Republic Skirt: New York and Co Tights: Merona Shoes: Mossimo Pin: Chanel Watch/Earrings: Kate Spade Sunglasses: Colehaan — Blouse: Gap Cardigan: Banana Republic Skirt: New York and Co Tights: Merona
Shoes: Mossimo Pin: Chanel Watch/Earrings: Kate Spade Sunglasses: Colehaan

Well, today I was feeling “stripey” – although I think it was on my mind because lately I’ve seriously feared the demise of striped clothing sometime in the near future. Yes, gasp…

You know how it goes, one day it’s in and the next day its O.U.T. and to be caught in stripes will be passé.

Luckily, I did see a new Kate Spade Saturday advertisement this morning proclaiming the virtues of its striped line…yes, they have an entire collection of striped wearables and accessories. So, my fears of losing my stripes….were allayed for at least a season or so.

Back to the Ka BOOM. As well as feeling “stripey”, I was also feeling…hmmmm….Night Circus-like, as if I wanted to be in charge of the Big Top. I wanted to be the Ring Leader…ta ta ta Taaa…I’m here! Welcome one and all!

That’s when the explosion happened.

Add STRIPED TOP + FLORAL PRINT BUBBLE SKIRT + POLKA DOTTED CARDIGAN + GOLD STUDDED BLACK TIGHTS (throw in a Chanel pin, gold earrings and black pumps for a dash of class) = A day at the Cortneybre Circus!

So, step right up folks, take a gander at what I’ve posted today. Grab some popcorn and some cotton candy and enjoy! Happy Friday, Cortneybre…

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Hey, I put some new shoes on,
And suddenly everything is right,
I said, hey, I put some new shoes on and everybody’s smiling,
It’s so inviting,
Oh, short on money,
But long on time,
Slowly strolling in the sweet sunshine,
And I’m running late,
And I don’t need an excuse,
’cause I’m wearing my brand new shoes….
Artist: Paolo Nutini Song: New Shoes

I’ve been listening to a lot of Paolo Nutini lately and I thought his song, New Shoes, was a good introduction for today’s post. The song is upbeat, quirky and happy…just like my new shoes!

I received a shipment from ASOS this weekend. It contained a couple of wonderful skirts (one of which, I’m featuring today) and this lovely pair of shoes. I’ve worn the shoes all weekend! They are so versatile and go with everything. They are also comfortable, which is rare.

Unfortunately, I am also now “short on money but long on time” so I think I’ll be repurposing some of my favorite items to wear with my new skirts and shoes. Be sure to check out my posts later this week as I’ll be showcasing these new items! Have a great Monday! Cortneybre…

P.S. Although I love making and posting my photo collages, I am also going to include my individual shots going forward. As I post to some external sites (ex: Lucky Contributor), it seems the collages do not display well and individual shots are necessary.

http://us.asos.com/
ASOS Midi Scuba Skirt with Pleats
Stand Up Pointed Heels