In So Many Ways...

Necessity breeds invention they say. In this case, the need to limit my spending compelled the transformation of one simple white cotton top to three distinct looks. Starting with the first look, the top is layered with a cream pinstripe blazer to highlight an evening element and further accentuated with a bold red belt. The red bow was my slightly tamer version of this year's LV bunny ears. Overall, I chose to keep the color choices simple but bright and again varied in texture and hues. Though a bit on the summer side, all you need is a car up to the nightclub and a coat-check, and you'll be the coolest one in the steamy venue!

The second look is fitting for a luncheon with the girls, or a lunch date with a significant someone.Basically, hitting the town on a beautiful Saturday afternoon, wanting to be comfortable without having to look frumpy. Here, I've taken a cotton white collared shirt, short on the sleeves, and made a little white dress. To downplay the soft look, I've buttoned up the shirt, allowing for the sharp edges of the collar to stand out. Pairing the dress with black stockings and my grey booties just adds that modern element to the entire look.

Finally, to my other LV inspired look. This fall creation combines a flattering yet sensible skin tight sweater, an oversized scarf, and the cotton top turned flared skirt. The subdued fall colors and shapely accents lend to simplicity and visual appeal. Black stockings and studded leather booties, adds that small amount of edge on this feminine look.
The key to the top was the length and its shape; long enough to convert to a short evening dress, and wide enough in its flare to turn into a fresh white mini.

What inventions have your necessities bred?