knew I had this skirt (which I had only worn once) and this cardi (which I had never worn) with the awesome detailing on the back (see detail picture below), and this inspiration picture would prompt me to pull them out and wear them. 2009) Gray Cardi - TJ Maxx, $17 (Dec. Also, I think it is a totally cool color combo! MORE >>

White Tee with Rhinestone Horseshoe - Party Tree, $20 (Fall 2007) Blue Knit Cardi - Kmart, clearance for $6 (Summer 2009) Belt - NY & Co, on sale for $10 (2008) Jeans - Macy's, clearance for $13 (75% off!) 2009) Booties - Coach (Dec. 2009) Necklace - I made it! So, Blue & White was in order! So fun! MORE >>

picked up this cardi on clearance from Target before Christmas and surprisingly hadn't worn it yet. Gray Jumper Dress - Avenue, with coupon for $28 (Fall 2008) Striped Turtleneck - Walmart, clearance for $3 (Jan. 2009) Floral Cardi - Target, clearance for $15 (Dec. 2009) Booties - Coach (Dec. 2009). MORE >>

So when I spied this cardi for 35% off this past weekend I just had to grab it. Orange Cardi - Avenue, on sale for $17.50 (Dec. 2009) Navy Dress - Dressbarn, on sale for $26 (Sept. 2009) This dress is proving to be rather versitile too - here's a look at some past ways I have styled it. Similar bags go for $400! MORE >>

The Inspiration Calendar called for "Pair a long cardi with a fun skirt", and while I don't know if this skirt is "fun" I do enjoy the pattern. 2009) Let's talk about these shoes. Also, I just had to wear my new favorite shoes! Black/White Cowl-neck Dress - Lane Bryant, on sale + coupon for $28 (Sept. MORE >>