My first attempt (not a fan)

The end result

I love today's inspiration outfit, however, I didn't love it on me (I prefer her proportions, with the longer tops). It wasn't a total loss though because I mades changes and wound up with the second outfit, and wore it for air travel last weekend (I was traveling for work so went a bit dressier than usual). Using inspiration as a shortcut, and yet staying true to yourself and putting your own spin on it = definitely my favorite method for getting dressed, and what I hope to inspire you guys to try each time I share an "inspired" outfit. What's your inspiration method? Which look do you prefer?

ps. See ten more ways to wear a striped shirt here.

Inspiration photo: Pinterest

(top) Navy blazer: Gap, $75 (similar)

(top) Chambray shirt: Mudd c/o Kohl's, $20 (similar, similar, similar, similar)

(bottom) Camel blazer: Express, $25 (similar, similar, similar)

Shirt: H&M, $18

Pants: Gap, $20 (similar, similar, similar)

Necklace: My Stella & Dot website, $228

Shoes: c/o Nine West, $62

Purse: Karen Millen, $235 (similar, vegan)

Rings: My Stella & Dot website $39 and $69 and $39
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot website $59 and $59