You know those pieces that you get as gifts but would never pick out yourself, put in your closet, and never wear? I’m wearing not one, but two of those today.
My nana bought me this sweater last year (or the year before? The years go by too fast!) for Christmas and this is the first time I’m actually wearing it. And you know what? I LOVE it. I can’t believe I waited so long. It’s so comfortable and a great color. Sorry, Nana…you were right.
sweater: gift, Macy’s (?) / skirt: gift, Gap / tights: Gap / boots: gift, Blowfish
I’m realizing now that this outfit is made up almost entirely of Christmas gifts. My friend Ross gave me this skirt from Gap two years ago. I was in love with the green/navy version and didn’t look twice at this version myself, but he definitely made the right choice. So thanks, Ross! And well, these Blowfish boots I did fall in love with from the start. I have a very observant boyfriend.
The moral of this story? This holiday season, don’t knock your gifts until you try ‘em. And maybe adjust that stray section of hair before taking photos. The end.
I actually really love getting gifts of clothes from friends/family because it usually isn’t something I would pick for myself but I almost always end up loving it! I like the challenge of working it into my wardrobe.
And these boots? LOVE!!
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Haha, I have so many of these, my grandparents aren’t the greatest gift buyers! Glad to see you getting use out of yours!
Hiya pretty lady! I’m so loving the skirt!! The colour is fun and I’m such a stripes addict!! AND your hair looks glossy and gorge! xx Natalie
Loving the colors you have going on here, it looks great together! I also love cowl neck tops….good job Nana!
That has 100% happened to me. I’m like… “Oh… thanks….” And then months later I try it on and actually REALLY like it. That sweater is really nice, and it seems like your Nana got your size JUST right!
oh i love the yellow tights with this outfit! so lovely!
i totally know what you mean about those things you wouldn’t pick out for yourself. I personally love gifts like that because they challenge us to think outside of our comfort zone, and sometimes that leads to amazing things.
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Girl, if I had your smile I would wear EVERYTHING. I have a feeling you can do no wrong. But yeah, the pieces are great and it’s cute that they actually are presents that go together.