I'm teaming up with Marshalls for a fun, fall challenge! They recently contacted me and asked me to create an outfit under $100. They wanted us to tackle a top fall trend - color, prints or ladylike with an edge. I used to dress a lot more edgy, maybe even a little punk. Leather jackets, strap up wedges, torn tights/jeans and a lot more black, but I feel like I've gotten away from that lately. Well, it's a goal of mine to get it back. I love looking a bit more edgy with some feminine and vintage-inspired items thrown in. It was how I used to describe my style. So I took the ladylike with an edge challenge. I've been swooning over this outfit on Pinterest for months, so it was my mission to recreate it at Marshalls. Psh, so easy. I found similar pieces so quickly!
This outfit was actually created just over $50. The dress was $15, the coat was $35 and the belt was $3. I couldn't find the exact boots I wanted there, so I wore my Dolce Vita boots from last season from T.J. Maxx and my vintage Coach purse. I stuck with silver accents in my jewelry and went with bed head waves. Psh, what am I saying? I go with the bed head look everyday. I'm always a bit messy. Hah!
The best part about this challenge is that I now get to offer you a chance to win $100 to Marshalls to have your own fall fashion spree! All you have to do is comment on this post and tell me what trends you're most excited for, or share your favorite designer score from Marshalls. I'll be choosing a winner in a week, so stay tuned!
Outfit details:
Leather jacket c/o Marshalls
Dress c/o Marshalls
Belt c/o Marshalls
Forever 21 necklace
Vintage Coach purse
Dolce Vita wedges vita T.J. Maxx
156 comments:
Well this is awkward.. I wanna re-create that outfit, too!! It's just so darn stylish. You pulled it off. I'm very impressed that you were under budget in your outfit. *virtual high for saving money*
My favorite fall trend is sweaters. Though they also pass as a winter trend.. oh well, it's still a thing I'm looking forward to! :)
Love this look! I'm excited to start wearing boots again now that the weather's cooler.
I've been really into classic prep style lately! Thanks for the giveaway, guys! :)
I love the color trend. I'm a big fan of mixing ones that probably shouldn't go together...
I love Marshall's!!! I recently purchased colored jeans there!
I'm loving ladylike dresses and the sleeveless button-up blouses.
Ladylike with an edge is definitely my favorite trend! I'd love to win that!
Sincerely,
Joanna
www.ModaMamaBlog.com
Great look Tieka! I love mixing edgy clothes with more feminine things, so this is definitely a great outfit in my book! I've really been feeling leather jackets this fall. It's time I got one!
petitepanoply@gmail.com
I blogged about my most favorite dress recently! Got her from TJ Maxx :) I go at least twice a week on my lunch break. http://brilliantnature.blogspot.com/2012/09/yellow-polka-dot.html
What I'm loving most about Marshall's right now though is the influx of Minnetonkas and sheer collared tops!
Oh I'm so into ladylike with an edge and sheer shirts, I can't get enough of them!
Oh I'm so into ladylike with an edge and sheer shirts, I can't get enough of them!
I'm loving ladylike with a bohemian sort of edge: overalls, corduroy pants, leather shorts, dark red everything, with flower hair pieces and fun shoes mixed in. Contact: madeline.frisk@gmail.com
I got a cognac Tignanello crossbody bag with real leather from Marshalls. It's not really a big name brand but I'm loving the real leather. I hope the bag lasts.
Ladylike with an edge for sure. My black leather jacket is my favorite autumnal accessory.
I want to add a little leather into my wardrobe this fall. Love the faux leather pants and pencil skirts you are seeing around. Paired with a light pastel blouse, a leather skirt is the perfect way to add a little edge to a feminine outfit!
Oh, and my email is shanna.sanders@gmail.com
I've recently started wearing lots of vintage inspired dresses! Can't get enough, and with the cold weather coming, layers are definitely a plus! Love your look ;)
What a great look...I love Marshalls!
I sooo need to get myself a pair of burgundy pants this season. Totally on my list :)
xo
Lizzie
placeclevertitlehere.blogspot.com
Love this outfit! I must say, I need it in my life! Too Cute!
- Elizabeth
LifeandLaughter.typepad.com
You are making me miss the Michigan Fall weather with your cute outfit! My favorite trends for the fall are graphic pullovers, ankle boots and deep red accents. mmm.
Loving the leather jacket paired with feminine dress look! Your outfit is so right-on!
This outfit is so completely adorable! I'm loving the edgy-ness to it.
For me this fall, it is all about finding a three-way balance, of affordable, appropriate for class, and then also appropriate for the office. The joys of being a college student - I have been drawn to slightly shorter than normal pencil skirts. Not too hoochy, not to librarian.
xoxo,
Laura
http://lauraisthriftingthroughlife.blogspot.com/
I can't believe that cute dress was $15. & I love those shoes. geeze. serious outfit envy.
I am loving the plum/wine color trend right now! & boots, always boots.
x Hilary
hilary . l . adams @ gmail . com
I'm looking forward to deep fall colors. Mustard, raspberry, any color relating to food...
layering! its still 90 degrees here. :(
i'm so ready for layers!
I love this look! Super cute. You nailed the outfit perfectly!
I'm excited for color definitely! I'm loving what I'm seeing for this fall!
2ndhand Knowledge
I think I'm most excited for the faux leather trend! I love that it is showing up in tops even.
Morgan Day Harris said... 28
Marshalls is my happy place! I grew up going with my mother, and it became such a special ritual. I'm moving to California next year and my mom and I are already talking about how sad it's going to be to go to a Marshalls without the other person!
My favorite steal from there was this jacket:
http://www.polyvore.com/ashley_bernardo_distressed_faux_leather/thing?id=13457036
Perfect with jeans and pumps for date night or with boots and a scarf for some apple picking! I'm so happy it's fall and I got to take it out of my closet.
Cheers!
Morgan
morgandayharris@gmail.com
I'm really big into fall colors this year - I guess this counts as a trend? I'm branching out a bit in terms of colorful jeans, and I bought some new mustard tights to try out when the weather gets cool enough - I've only ever worn black tights before, so I feel really bold and excited at the idea of brighter tights.
I'm really loving fall colors and pattern sheer tops like birds. And cardigans and boots! I guess I just can't wait for weather to cool here in the desert.
Love this outfit! So adorable! My goodness am I excited for boots! I love boots of all kinds!
I Love marshals & this look!! If I am not buying second hand, that is definitely my next go-to place!
My favorite trend for fall is knee highs, oxfords, and a vintage, or vintage-inspired dress, preferably all in beautiful fall hues!
Thanks for hosting such a great giveaway!
xo Hannah
Dig the polka dots! But I'm really looking forward to wearing boots and sweaters again. They're so comfortable, yet so on point.
I actually just got a faux-leather jacket at Marshalls and have been wearing it over feminine dresses! Another fall trend I'm looking forward to is tights with shorts. I live in tights under shorts :)
Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
Jen (jenwcisel@gmail.com)
Very pretty outfit! Love it :)
xo Heather
http://ahopelessnotebook.blogspot.com/
Lovity love love. Just love.
I'm excited for tights and boots again!
I definitely love burgundy for a trend this year... Although it isn't really a trend since it is just a fall staple! I do love riding boots too!
I definitely like to pull out the black during winter - something about mini skirts with tights and boots (even if they're rain boots) says "ladylike with an edge" to me, so that's the trend I'd have chosen, too!
I love pairing feminine things with something edgy like spikes or a leather moto jacket. Can't wait for more of that!
cassandra.nary at gmail dot com
Love the girly playfulness of the dress with the edginess of the Moto jacket!
Theresa
Marshall's is one of my favorite stores!
I am really loving all the colorful corduroy skinnies i'm seeing for this season.. hope I win! ♥
I'm in love with all thing leather, mostly skirts and dresses and also that awsome shade of purple that rules this autumn
micimathonka@email.cz
I am excited for all the plum/wine color this season and tights! of course tights :) thanks for the chance.
Prints are what I've got my eye on - far too many plain items in my wardrobe!
Colored denim in endless shades... you can get more of those for your money at Marshall's!
I'm most excited for leather, cozy knits, army green, oxblood, tights and dark lips. I have yet to find the perfect pair of leather leggings/skirt/short/anything so hopefully Marshall's has just what I'm looking for (but who are we kidding? They almost always do.)Thanks for the chance!
Sweaters are my favorite thing about every fall :)
My favorite fall trend is always layering. I'm excited to mix up my summer dresses with tights and sweaters and scarves.
My favorite trend right now is cap toe shoes -- it's the next thing I want to pick up at Marshall's!
Something about Fall...the colors and the back to school season I think...always makes me want to wear plaid! I'm on the hunt for a plaid blazer and a cute scarf.
Jessica
laughingonafastcamel17(at)gmail(dot)com
Thanks for the giveaway!
I'm really liking the leather trend for this fall/winter. I've always been a preppy/girly type, but now leather is being presented in such great cuts and styles I think even I can pull it off.
I love that all colors of the rainbow are big for fall! I guess im a colorful kinda girl :). My favorite designer nab? I found a coach wallet for 15 bucks at my local TJ Maxx! Go me :)
angelad.fischer@yahoo.com
I like ladylike with an edge. I'm searching for a perfect faux-leather jacket. Maybe Marshalls. . . ?
You know that BEAUTIFUL shade of yellow we are seeing everywhere. It was all over the red carpet of this year's Emmy's. I adore it!
I want to tackle it like a football player and wear it all fall!
If I win I am definitely going to step out of my classic, aka boring, wardrobe!
I'm loving the look of autumn inspired colored skinnies & pants this Fall, with cognac boots or booties. Throw on a scarf and a sweater, add in some apple cider and a pumpkin patch, and you can't get any more autumnal than that!
I've always loved the combination of girly and grunge. In high school, I dressed in a more grungy manner, but in these past few years, I've really gotten away from that. I think that's what I'm most excited about as the season changes-- motorcycle jackets, ripped up tights, clunky boots, etc., all mixed with dainty dresses, floral prints, doll-like makeup. Anyhow, you look really lovely. :) Rock the bedhead for the rest of us.
I once got a DKNY cozy from Marshalls, after I had been coveting one for months... score!
I am LOVING the colored cords this fall, easily cute and stylish with a pair of boots and a light scarf (we kinda skip fall here in the South!).
I love anything in black leather! A black leather jacket and black leather boots are must-haves for fall.
mami2jcn at gmail dot com
love this! my favorite fall trends are color [hunter green & oxblood] and layers [per usual :)].
super cute like always!
This is a great look! Dresses with tights and booties are perfect for fall. I am all about the boots and can't wait to butch up some of my dresses with heavy belts and great boots. :)
I love Marshalls. I always forget about it though when I go shopping, so I'm trying to remember it more because I've scored such cute things there for really cheap. Just bought an awesome sleeveless button up the other day! Anyway...
I'm definitely looking forward to layering a lot. In the summer it's not really something you can do, and I don't usually do it that often either, so I'm going to try more so I can stay warm and look cute still!
You look fantastic and that jacket seems like it will go a long ways towards being versitile and helping you get "edgy."
I always like the colors that are popular in fall.
love the look! my sis in law has the edgy feminine punk look going and i love it! I wish i could pull of that look!! I like your version :)
In love with the oxblood trend for fall! I hope i win i love love love marshalls!
I'm loving all the pretty colors for fall, especially mixing mint and winter white with darker jewel tones.
Ladylike with an edge for sure! Love your look. :-)
I love the look! I'm excited for chunky knits, tights and scarves. They are all pretty much a signature of my fall/winter style.
Thanks for a wonderful giveaway!
I love this look! I recently purchased a black lace blazer at Marshall's and it's been my favorite addition lately!
my must have for the fall is definitely a leather jacket! it gives instant edge to anything you put it over! :)
i am really wanted some maroon pants though for the fall - i am loving the colored denim, especially the fall hues!!
dilyn.duffey@gmail.com
dilynd.blogspot.com
mixing prints and patterns!!
this is such a great look! i just went to marshall's, actually, and got some fall items (horse print dress!), but i could always use more :) i'm loooooving polka dots this season. and leopard print :)
caitlin (labohemewanderlust@gmail.com)
I'm excited to try out the leather trend. I need a cute leather jacket so I can do the girly/edgy combo.Thanks for the giveaway!
cheltrl@gmail.com
My favorite fall trend is color. I'm loving mossy greens, maroon, teal, and mustard yellow.
-Chloe
I am loving the ankle boot trend this year--I think there's been more variety in shape and height, not to mention color! Fun, fun.
Bevin
magnoliareverie.blogspot.com
I always wear skirts and dresses, but I'm sort of excited about all of the fun printed pants this season, so I may have to throw a few into my repertoire : )
I've been loving that Pin forever too! I would reallllly like to win so I can buy a jacket just like the one you are wearing!!
http://theoccasionalindulgence.blogspot.com/
Cute outfit! I really think you pulled off the lady like with an edge idea!
I'm really into oxblood and of course layers this fall!
~Sara
I'm looking most forward to leather (with) lace and anything oxblood. They all scream fall to me.
my favourite trend will be wearing LAYERS LAYERS LAYERS!! yay for fall.
i love this look a lot.
I am really into (faux) leather this season... boots, jackets, even pants! I am hoping to find a pair of leather-esque legging pants at Marshall's or TJMaxx for this fall and winter - pair it up with flowy blouse, chunky necklace, killer booties (I like my gumsole ones, personally)!
I'm really looking forward to boot season like I do every fall here in Michigan! My goal is to find some snow friendly yet fashionable boots...I think every fashionable Michigander's unfulfilled dream ;)
Oh and I want that wrap around belt you're wearing, specially at that $3.00 price!
I used to dress a lot more "tough" a couple of year ago so I'm really liking the ladylike with an edge. Such a great way to define the style I want!
i'm so excited to layer with fall colors! i love forest green and burnt orange for the fall and can't wait to mix and match fun layers!
caitlyncerza@yahoo.com
I'm excited for western-style sweaters. :)
I found the most perfect Cynthia Rowley trench from marshalls on clearance for $25! Best find yet! (;
xx, Hana
dearlovelyblog [at] gmail [dot] com
I love the floppy felt hats for Fall.
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Suzanne
http://bisous.typepad.com/bisous/
My favortie trends are color (denim, khakis, cords), graphic sweaters a la the J.Crew heart sweart, animal prints & polka dots!
Wow you did great!
I would love to win this - I love Marshalls!
I cannot wait to get some great leather pieces for this fall :)
xo Jennifer
http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com
Love this outfit, but I'm dying over those wedges! Love it
xo Emily
www.bupster.blogspot.com
I'm excited to wear my new lace up wedge booties this fall! They're actually really similar to yours and I also got them at TJ Maxx, but mine are a different company.
I'm REALLY excited about the warmer maxi skirts! I keep seeing flannel ones on Pinterest and I'm looking into making my own! And of course I'm ALWAYS pumped about scarves! Also, I'm going to look into getting myself some black lace-up boots this year! Madden Girl Trixiie boots are Totally on my "To buy" list right now!
Super cute!! I absolutely love everything about fall fashion!! My favorites are colored tights and cardigan with a fun brooch!
Very pretty, Tieka! You pull of "ladylike with an edge" so perfectly, and I look forward to seeing how you dress the part more in the future :)
xo,
Hannah
www.chillairandperfume.blogspot.com
I'm loving the nutmeg-colored cords I've been seeing for this season!
I'm really into the rich, autumn colors right now. I'd love to get some colored tights (maroon, olive, mustard) and some colored ankle boots to go with a chunky sweater and a skirt. The greatest thing about fall clothing is the colors and the textures. Love your outfit too. Edgy is always in fashion. : )
My outfit is similar, but instead of a leather jacket and tights, I'd go with a scarf, big comfy cardigan and tall boots. I've had this pinned for awhile: http://pinterest.com/pin/68398488061744946/
-Kelby
http://peachypains.com
peachypains@gmail.com
I can't wait buy a pair of oxblood jeans and pair them with leather booties, a chunky sweater.
:)
The trends I most excited to try out are the leather and baroque. I found a really cute baroque peplum top that I am contemplating on purchasing, it's screaming "buy me, buy me!" I think I may just listen to it.
I'm also really wanting to buy a pair of faux leather pants or even coated ones, I have not decided which ones I want yet but I'm sure I will buy one or the other.
Cute look!
I'm loving the color trends this fall: bordeaux, mustard, etc. I can't wait to try them out!
Amanda
amanda@dragonflightdreams.com
This is such a great outfit! I love the polkadots and the ladylike with an edge look. So perfect!
I am most excited for the animals printed on sweaters/tees/clothing in general trend; I've always loved clothes with animals on them, so now that it's a thing, I'm super excited for it!
what a great outfit of inspiration you pulled from! Cutting your budget in half and it still looks fantastic! I always have great luck at Marshalls & Tj Maxx. Lately I've taken a liking to the sans souci brand. I find myself picking up great pieces and its always that brand! I'm most looking forward to working the ladylike with and edge as well. I can't wait to work my doc martens with dainty dresses. I've also taken to the blazer trend!
frizzedwithflair.blogspot.com
I can't wait for chunky sweaters and boots! Marshall's is definately one of my go-to stores!
Love the look!
Love your lady-like with an edge look! I am looking forward to print and color mixing...I'm a very matchy-matchy type dresser, but I am trying to branch out!
I got the SWEETEST pair of leopard print platforms from Marshalls last spring. Swoooooon-city.
I'm loving the deep red colors for fall and of course boots!
love your outfit
xoxo
Kammy
www.ComerBlogarAmar.com.br
Generally speaking, I look forward to fall / winter so I can wear the heck out of my down vest. This year, though, I'm also excited about incorporating more pencil skirts into my wardrobe (I need to dress up more for my new job), starting with a beautiful mustard wool one.
Love this outfit, I'd love to create something similar to it. I am excited for cardigans and tights!
I love that vintage styles are making a comeback! While I LOVE thrifting, it's so disappointing to stumble across an amazing find only to discover it isn't my size or has a huge stain/rip.
love the outfit! I actually have those dolce vitas- in camel and I love them! my fave trend this season is the dark burgundy "ox blood" color that has been all the rage in makeup and clothing. It's always been a color I've loved and I can't wait to pick up some fun pieces this fall. thanks for the fun giveaway!
count me in! i'm excited about cropped jackets and tough boots and oh man, i love fall.
dash dot dotty
my favorite fall trend is patterned leggings/pants with some cute, neutral booties. <3
I really love tights, so I can't wait. I have a really nice orange pair!
tmbjwb4ever@hotmail.com
I most excited for cozy sweaters and layering!!! :)
commonsenseandstilettos@yahoo.com
I think my fave fall trend is deep colored skinny jeans/cords. I loved them in summer and I love them transitioning into fall :-)
I'm excited for big, cozy knit sweaters :)
Just over $50? Well done, lady! This fall, I'm loving kitschy animal prints - owls, foxes, deer, and all sorts of woodland creatures!
thejoyfulfox.blogspot.com
You did such a fabulous job with the challenge. I love Marshall's. My all-time favorite score from Marshall's was the cutest pair of Kate Spade wedges. I wear them all the time and there were such a great deal.
Love the outfit! I just got my first pair of wedge booties...cant wait for cooler weather to bust them out!
I am currently loving peplum tops, patterned sheer blouses and peter pan collar blouses!
<3
http://jenvegas.blogspot.com
I love the transition of summer to fall and adding fun layers to my wardrobe. I can't have enough colored tights, ankle boots, and cute dresses. Hoping my next find will be a great fall jacket. :)
Love your outfit!
I'm really excited to wear burgundy this fall. Its so chic, and I think of it as red's sophisticated older sister.
I'm also excited about breaking out the coats!
Oxblood shoes & bags!!
I am loving darker colored jeans this fall! Forest green, burgundy, and dark teal are all on my list!
I have found some great Steve Madden shoes at Marshalls for under $30 and they have a ton of cute printed tops at great prices!
My favorite fall trend are the dark colors and for this season, peplum and polka dots.
My favorite fall trends are the deep colors and for this season, peplum!
You look fab! The challenge looks exciting. =)
http://sassychunny.blogspot.com/
Love this outfit! I think you nailed the challenge and look fantastic!
My favourite fall trend are knitted hats, I might even try to make my own this year!
I'm loving the color plum this Fall... I just can't get enough of it!
Excited for tights, boots, and the color burgundy!
teresabailey8 at gmail dot com
I love fall fashion!! Anything jewel tone, tights, cozy sweaters and worn in boots...I could go on FOREVER :) Love your outfit btw! xo
I'm so excited for the oxblood trend for fall! Thanks for offering this giveaway!
Nnenna
starcrossedsmile@gmail.com
Love the outfit, Marshall's and Fall!!! Even though the colored and printed jeans have been around for a while, it seems like they are now a must have this Fall. Luckily, I've been able to find a red pair and a peacock printed pair that I love!
I LOVE prints and color (esp. for the fall/winter as I think people tend to shy away from those once winter starts setting in). LOVE boots as well and dying to buy a leather (or pleather) jacket to mix with my girlier pieces! :)
I am so excited to rock some rich fall colors - burgundy , rich hunter green, mustard. I love that these colors are exploding into the scene this year - they're so beautiful!
fashionfrugality at gmail.com
I am loving burgundy/wine/oxblood and mustard as the colors for fall. Both of which I am greatly lacking in my wardrobe, so that gift card would come in handy!
stylesandsmarts@gmail.com
i am excited for faux leather accents and wedge booties!!
I'm excited for tights/boots combos, along with pulling out the cardigans and sweaters in some fall colors!
flutterby2188 at yahoo dot com
Love this outfit and love Marshall's. I'm most excited about some mustard outbox blood skinnies!
Whosthisani@yahoo.com
im excited to find the perfect pair of boots!!
jennyrosee89@gmail.com
I'm so excited for two fall things! Colored tights (teal!!! and deep plum!) and tall socks/legwarmers!
hg3289@gmail.com
Great outfit! I'm looking forward to the ladylike with an edge trend, and maybe the(faux) snakeskin pattern too!
I'm in search of the perfect trench coat, but I don't want to spend $1000 for a Burberry :) Perhaps Marshall's has just what I need!
sonnyrae(at)hotmail(dot)com
i'm really looking forward to layers this year. living in l.a., it has been summer for too long!
I'm loving the mint green trend!!
I love the legging trend with prints of animals, galaxies, and glass panes.
I know it's not a trend, but I'm excited for boots!
I'm most excited for booties!! I love the ankle scrunch and flat ones!
I really, really like this outfit! Lady like with an edge is one of my favorite looks, and you pulled it off so great! I love the black + brown combo. <3
Love Marshall's!! I am excited for colored cords!
woaa, perfect perfect outfit!
you're so pretty!
xo, cheyenne
i'm super excited for color pops, like orange this fall and red in the winter!
Love your outfit, those shoes are to die for! xx
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