JC Penney "She Said" Pleated Wrap Skirt

Checking in for a quick post in the midst of all my moving madness.  I actually think I am finally done.  Anything that is not in my suitcases at this point is being given away or thrown away.  I'd just like to take a moment to throw in a plug for going green by going paperless.  I had at least 3 YEARS WORTH OF PAPER TO SHRED LAST NIGHT! ugh!!! Okay, I actually went paperless with all of my bills a couple years ago, but it is amazing how much crap I still receive in the mail.  I try my best to keep up with the shredding, but it's so much easier to stuff all the paper in to a drawer and forget about it, right? I know, horrible! I am pretty sure that sorting through old mail was harder than all of my packing combined.

Vest: Old Navy ($24.50) | Tank: Target ($5 on sale) | Skirt: JC Penney, Pleated Wrap Skirt by She Said ($14.99) | Belt: unknown | Flower Pin: H&M ($3.95) | Shoes: Jessica Simpson "Nolita" ($28??? on clearance at Macy's) | Neckace: Forever 21 | Bangle: H&M ($3.95) | Sunnies: Target ($16.99)

I am still loving my Old Navy utility vest.  it was definitely a great buy! I have been throwing it on over dresses and skirts for summer.  I absolutely love the utilitarian meets girlie girl look of pairing the vest with feminine pieces like this light weight flowy pleated wrap skirt.  I've also been rocking it with florals and lace!!! These looks will also transition well into fall with the addition of tights, leggings, and boots! I can't wait!

Anyway, isn't this skirt great? I browse JC Penney often on my lunch break because it's in the mall where I grab lunch.  Penney's always has the best "Red Zone" sales. This skirt was $15! Can't beat that.  I just love the floaty chiffon-esqe fabric and it actually has knife pleats on the front panel on one side, and the other side which wraps over is ruffled.  So the ruffles wrap over the pleats... soooo pretty!  I am also loving the color palette...green is always a winner because it's my favorite color, but the olive green and brown geometric print is fabulous. I think it has a safari inspired kinda feel, that works really well with the utility vest, don't ya think?

I am still loving my flower pin. I think it's going to be around for a while...LOL!  I just can't help myself. When I get dressed in the morning, I think to myself "Something is missing...I know...the flower pin..." Lol! What can I say, it just makes every outfit complete.  I have received several comments and emails from you all saying that you all were inspired to go and buy a flower pin for yourself.. GO TEAM FLOWER PIN!!! Lol :) Anyhow, I think it complements the femininity of the skirt quite well and really ties the look together.

 

I was having a Marylin Monroe moment here!

Well, that's all she wrote today folks. I've got to get back to business over here.  I miss my blogging time, and I can't wait to get settled so I can get back on a regular posting schedule. Thanks for sticking around in the meantime!

Have you jumped on the military/utilitarian trend?

What's your military inspired must have piece? An anorak? a vest? cargo pants?

How do you rock this trend?

Thanks for stopping by!!!