EBEW: Let’s Get Thrifty!

by thedemuremuse on July 21, 2011

Hi guys! I’m still away from my computer (not for much longer!) but scheduled this post ahead of time because I could NOT resist getting in on this edition of Everybody, Everywear. It’s no secret that my wardrobe is a mish-mash of handmade, mass produced, hand-me-downs, and thrifted goodies. One of my all-time favourite thrift finds is this chunky knit sweater. I’m almost positive it’s a mens sweater from the 80s based on the labels and the fact that it’s tagged a size small and the shoulders drape far over mine!

EBEW: sweater
I knew I couldn’t say no to this sweater when I first saw it. I kept trying to talk myself out of buying because of the fact it’s yellow. Yes, this is the only yellow article of clothing in my entire wardrobe. You will not usually find me wearing this colour, whether I am lazing around at home watching a film, playing on http://www.foxybingo.com or going out to meet a friend for lunch. However, sadly, I’m such a sucker for anything nautical themed and the patch plus anchor-detailed buttons on this cardigan were calling out to me. A price tag of $3.99 also made it hard to resist. How could I say no? Really? (Gosh, sometimes I think I just have no willpower…)

EBEW: shorts
What better to wear anchors with than a pair of bow shorts! Two of my favourite things in one outfit? You betcha! Wait… the deal gets sweeter? Could it be? THREE of my favourite things in one outfit?

Yeup. I added the math equations. Thank you, Derek Cardigan, for making me feel cute and nerdy at the same time! :)

EBEW: outfit
outfit details:
blouse – Marshalls | shorts – Korean boutique | cardigan – thrifted
shoes – BC Footwear | glasses – Derek Cardigan 7004 in black

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  • http://snappycasual.tumblr.com kelsey williams

    I love this outfit. You look so smart! :)

  • http://dashdotdotty.blogspot.com/ dotty

    that sweater is awesome! and those shorts, oh man, soooo good. i can’t wait to see all your goodies from your asian adventure!

  • http://www.theusualmischief.blogspot.com ellie

    I love it! I bought myself a nautical, chunky knit sweater not too long ago, I need to break it out!

  • http://twitter.com/katy_rose1 Katy Rose

    Love these shorts with their huge bow and I really like how you combined it with the long scholary-looking sweater. The bright yellow with the dark shorts is such a great combo. – Katy

  • elsiecake

    you’re so adorable! i love that sweater!

  • Darlene

    I could totally see why you love that cardigan! That sleeves are definitely different form the usual fitted long sleeve. I love how it’s this nice boxy yet roomy short sleeve. Eeks, and that bow on your shorts. Darling!!

    forte-espressivo.blogspot.com

  • Meagan

    Those shorts are beyond cute with the sweater! I host a thrifting link up every week on my blog and I’d love for you to come participate sometime!
    -Meagan
    http://spunkychateau.blogspot.com

  • Anonymous

    dude, that cardigan is fabulous! and i love that you paired it with those shorts – a great nautical look.

    and i’m opposite of you – i own waaay too many yellow things, lol.

    caroline – pictures & words

  • http://classicnoise.blogspot.com Sorren Isler

    I LOVE this outfit! The cardigan is so fantastic – comfy, bright, fun, clean – and the shorts are to DIE for. Everything looks so fantastic together. Seriously, if I get a chance to come to toronto you will be taking me to this korean boutique!

  • http://simplychic08.blogspot.com/ Simplychic08

    i have a bow skirt that i thought couldn’t get any cuter, but now that i see a shorts version idk ;) love the sweater too.

  • http://profiles.google.com/redredrabbits Elis Ramos-Garcia

    I just love that color combination.

  • http://profiles.google.com/rachelbreece.stith Rachel B-S.

    I LOOOVE this sweater. . it’s amazing! :) -Rachel (adistinctstyle.blogspot.com)

  • http://www.bluepaperlanterns.com kimmie

    I WANT THOSE BOW SHORTS. GIMMIE GIMMIE please. :)

  • http://thedemuremuse.com katrina of thedemuremuse.com

    Girl, we need to take a trip to Korea for these shorts! I have no idea what the name of the store was, but they had a TON of bow shorts, skirts, shirts, EVERYTHING!!

  • Anonymous

    I feel you about having no willpower. I’m supposed to be saving money and I Sooooo desperately wanna go thrifting today. The prices fool us into thinking that it’s okay, don’t they!? But really, these are some fierce items. I’m always on the lookout for nautical cardis like this one too. It’s adorable-I wouldn’t have thought twice about purchasing that. And those bowtie shorts-I need those in a size 4! I will email you my address! Lol! They are too stinking cute!

    http://thriftyandshameless.blogspot.com

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