Sustainably Starry

I belong to a fun group that challenges you, for the whole month of February, to wear red lipstick. It's a nice reminder to let yourself shine, and enjoy the confidence that comes with a power red. It's also been a fun break during COVID where I've hardly worn makeup, let alone mask-incompatible lipstick. 

Also, a side benefit, it's hard to not also get dressed when wearing red lipstick. So for the month of Feb, I traded in the leggings and tees - it was almost like pre-COVID days, when I wore structured pants and blouses most days to the office.

I happily pulled together this fully thrifted outfit, with a new blouse from ThredUp, and previously thrifted Lucky Jeans and Club Monaco flats.

This Banana Republic Factory Store blouse thrilled me for $20.99. I've been on a star kick - it's fun, but still subtle enough to be professional, and is a good day-to-night print.

Want to show off your curves? Pair it with a glittery skinny belt, and trade blousey for a tapered waist. Keep with the shiny, sparkly look by pairing with silver studded flats.

Last but not least, complete the look with your favorite red lipstick, and some black rhinestone, star shaped earrings.

Previous savings:

Lucky jeans, paid $25, retails new for $100 (75% savings)

Club Monaco shoes, paid $15, retails new for $250 (94% savings)

New savings:

Banana Republic blouse, paid $20.99, retails new for $55 (67% savings)

Glitter belt, paid $0.99, compare to $19.00 new from Gap (95% savings)