Project 333, Phase 3: The List

My final Project 333, Phase 3 selections!

I've actually been living with these select items for quite sometime. However, life managed to sidetrack me (as so often it does), and I haven't been able to formalize and publish the list until now. I have utilized the (++) symbol to designate which items are repeat players from previous Phases. And as I've been living with this wardrobe for several weeks now, I've been taking photos of outfits that I've put together, regularly. It's the first time I've done this, and I like it! It's key for me, since one main goal of this Phase, was to achieve a creatively diverse wardrobe out of the mere 33 I selected. The photos will help me assess if I was successful. The photos are also a nice little montage of my various ensembles (successful or otherwise) . ..overall, a great reference when I'm in an outfit "pinch". I'll be sharing some of those photos on here too, once I pull them together.

O U T E R W E A R

1. Triple-C Down Coat ++
in Graphite

(The North Face)

click for more info on Triple-C

The North Face offers a couple full-length 

down options, but this one is the longest, by far.

Warmer than warm.

a.k.a. "The Horseblanket"

Indispensable. 

Love.

1a. Nuptse 2 Vest
in Black

(The North Face)

click for more info on Nuptse 2 vest

The Horseblanket is warm. Very warm. Sometimes too warm.

I am choosing an alternate, which is basically the same exact thing, 

except shorter, and sans sleeves.

J A C K E T S

2. Tailored Wool Blazer

in Camel

(Target)

3. Plaid Burgundy Blazer

(Tag Missing, thrifted)

S W E A T E R S

4. Tippi Sweater 

in Kelly Green

(J.Crew)

5. Forever Merino Cardigan ++ 

in Charcoal

(J.Crew)

6. V Neck Cardigan ++ 

in Chartreuse

(Loft)

7. Marled Elbow Patch Cardigan 

(Forever 21)

8. Cowlneck Pocketed Tunic 

(French Connection, thrifted)

S H I R T S

9. Fitted Boyfriend Shirt 

in Blue Check

(Gap)

10. Ecru Slip-Over Blouse 

(Forever 21)

11. Classic Denim Shirt 

(H&M)

12. Scoopneck Long Sleeve Tee

in Brown Heather

(H&M)

13. Long Sleeve Tee
in Ivory

(Gap)

14. Lace-Back 3/4 Sleeve Henley
in Dark Grey 

(H&M)

15. Three Button Henley

in Burgundy

(Michael Stars, thrifted)

16. Short Sleeve Birds Graphic Tee 

(Threads4Thought)

17. Lacey Ruffle Trim Tank 

(Mine, thrifted)

S K I R T S 

18. Corduroy Pencil Skirt

in Mustard

(J.Crew, thrifted & altered to mini-length)

19. Denim Mini Skirt

(American Eagle Outfitters)

D R E S S E S

20. Crochet-Back Paisley Dress

(Free People, thrifted)

21. Grey Wool Jumper with Bow Belt

(H&M)

   

P A N T S

22. City Fit Corduroy Trousers

in Grey

(J.Crew, thrifted)

23. Rail Straight Jeans

in Wheat

(Madewell)

24. Always Skinny Jeans

in Dark Rinse

(Gap)

25. Matchstick Jeans

in Indigo Wash
(J.Crew)

S H O E S

26. Mud Doctor Ankle  Boots

in Tumeric

(Cydwoq)

Click Here to learn more about Cydwoq shoes.
Hands down, these are the best shoes I've ever purchased.
Worth every single penny! 

27. Zandora Boots ++

(Steve Madden)

28. Cate The Great Boots

in Pewter/Kettle 

(Sorel)

A C C E S S O R I E S

29. Braided Leather Belt ++

(American Eagle Outfitters)

30. Kingsbury Triple Wrap Belt

in Black 

(Free People)

31. Soft Wool Floral Scarf ++
(J. Crew)

<<PHOTO FORTHCOMING>>

32. Black & White Woven Infinity Scarf

 (Urban Outfitters)

33. Irving Bag ++

(KEEN)

Check out my previous post about the Irving bag!

I am in a major bag dilemma. 

I recently purchased the Mims Rough+Tumble 1913 Tote (See Here) 
to replace my overly-huge Irving Bag. It worked out for a month 

or two until I realized that I sorely missed my overly-huge Irving Bag. 

Packing the Mims for a day at the office was a chore! Lunch, iPad, water bottle. .. 

all contents had to be strategically placed like puzzle pieces, 

if they were all going to fit. Ugh! I really need something in-between. 

For now, I will  revert back to the Irving. 

F R E E B I E S*

Poison Pintuck Crossback Slip ++

in Midnight
(Free People)

Peeking Lace Slip

 in Blush
(Anthropologie, Eloise)

Tiered Lace Blooomers

in Olive
(Etsy, Handmade)

* Anyone that knows the "rules" of Project 333, 
knows that while accessories and jewelry definitely 
count . .. undergarments and tights, do not! 
I have a few items in my arsenal that are 
technically undergarments, but I love to
 let them show or, on occassion, even wear them 
on the outside (they are way too pretty to hide,
after all).  They have been listed here, since they 
are so integral to the wardrobe as a whole, 
and I'm just grateful I don't have to count them!!

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
ORIGINAL POST
01.03.2013
Here is my living, breathing Project 333, Phase 3 list! (Read my previous post "Project 333. . Perhaps?" to learn more about Project 333.) This list is a work in progress for now, as I try to get the final selections figured out. I am over by 7 things 3 things, so I will be spending the next few days deliberating over which of my lovelies must go (any feedback or advice would definitely be welcome, so feel free to chime in). For this go around, I decided to mark those items that are repeat players (++). . .or should I say "potential repeat players"? It certainly is interesting to see what are truly my go-to items.

O U T E R W E A R

1. Triple-C Down Coat ++
in Graphite

(The North Face)

click for more info on Triple-C

The North Face offers a couple full-length 

down options, but this one is the longest, by far.

Warmer than warm.

a.k.a. "The Horseblanket"

Indispensable. 

Love.

1a. Nuptse 2 Vest
in Black

(The North Face)

click for more info on Nuptse 2 vest

The Horseblanket is warm. Very warm. Sometimes too warm.

I am choosing an alternate, which is basically the same exact thing, 

except shorter, and sans sleeves.

J A C K E T S

2. Tailored Wool Blazer

in Camel

(Target)

3. Plaid Burgundy Blazer

(Tag Missing, thrifted)

S W E A T E R S

4. Alsace Cardigan Sweater ++

(The North Face)

5. Tippi Sweater 

in Kelly Green

(J.Crew)

6. Cowlneck Sweater 

in Teal

(Gap)

Drop Shoulder 3/4 Sleeve Sweater 

in Ivory

(French Connection, thrifted)

S H I R T S

7. Fitted Boyfriend Shirt 

in Blue Check

(Gap)

8. Fitted Boyfriend Ruffle Shirt

in Navy Plaid Flannel

(Gap)

9. Mini Polka Dot Yoke Front Blouse 

in Red

(J.Crew)

Black Silk Tie Neck Blouse

(Target)

10. Ecru Slip-Over Blouse 

(Forever 21)

11. Cowlneck Long Sleeve Tee++

(Gap)

12. Long Sleeve Puff Shoulder Tee 

in Sky Blue

(Gap)

13. Scoopneck Long Sleeve Tee

in Brown Heather

(H&M)

14. Pure Body Long Sleeve Tee ++
in Carburetor Navy

(Gap)

S K I R T S 

Wool Mini Skirt with Front Kick-Pleat

in Red Plaid

(Loft, thrifted)

15. Corduroy Pencil Skirt

in Mustard

(J.Crew, thrifted & altered to mini-length)

16. Denim Mini Skirt

(American Eagle)

D R E S S E S

17. Crochet-Back Paisley Mixed Media Dress

(Free People, thrifted)

18. Grey Wool Jumper with Bow Belt

(H&M)

   

P A N T S

19. Plaid Trousers

(Banana Republic, thrifted)

20. City Fit Corduroy Trousers

in Grey

(J.Crew, thrifted)

21. Matchstick Cords

in Dark Rust

(J.Crew, thrifted)

22. Rail Straight Jeans

in Wheat

(Madewell)

23. Always Skinny Jeans

in Dark Rinse

(Gap)

Matchstick Jeans

in Indigo Wash

(J.Crew)

S H O E S

24. Mud Doctor Ankle  Boots

in Tumeric

(Cydwoq)

Click Here to learn more about Cydwoq shoes.
Hands down, these are the best shoes I've ever purchased.
Worth every single penny! 

25. Zandora Boots ++

(Steve Madden)
These have seen a lot of wear. And because they are a cheaper boot, 
they are not holding up to the test of time very well. 
What can I say...you get what you pay for! They are wearing out so badly that they 
will probably not make it through this winter. I hope to replace them with a 
pair of Trippens that I've had my eye on for sometime now: Trippen Medea

26. Stefanie Clogs
in Crimson
(Dansko)

and introducing. . . . .

27. Cate The Great Boots

in Pewter/Kettle 

(Sorel)
I've just treated myself to these super warm boots! 
(In fact, as of right now, they have yet to be delivered -- 
they are expected by week's end!) I deliberated long and hard
over this purchase. I really needed a pair of warm and waterproof 
snow boots, and Sorels are about as hardcore as snow boots get.
If it wasn't for a killer deal, I probably wouldn't have been able to
afford them. .. so a big hooray for internet (bargain) shopping!!

**UPDATE: they've arrived, and i am truly in love. love.**

A C C E S S O R I E S

28. Magenta Skinny Belt

(J.Crew)

29. Lightwave Wool Beanie Hat

in Retro Red

(Outdoor Research)

30. Bibidahl Sunglasses in Sea Camo ++

(Electric Eyewear)
Info on Electric Eyewear!

31. Irving Bag ++

(KEEN)

Check out my previous post about the Irving bag!

I am in a major bag dilemma. 

I recently purchased the Mims Rough+Tumble 1913 Tote (See Here) 
to replace my overly-huge Irving Bag. It worked out for a month 

or two until I realized that I sorely missed my overly-huge Irving Bag. 

Packing the Mims for a day at the office was a chore! Lunch, iPad, water bottle. .. 

all contents had to be strategically placed like puzzle pieces, 

if they were all going to fit. Ugh! I really need something in-between. 

For now, I will  revert back to the Irving. 

32. Soft Wool Floral Scarf ++
(J. Crew)

<<PHOTO FORTHCOMING>>

33. Black & White Infinity Loop Scarf
 (Urban Outfitters)

R.I.P.

Constructed of authentic Moon Tweed, straight from London,

the Boden British Tweed blazer was an investment piece
and a staple of last Winter's P333. I will sadly be retiring this
 jacket indefinitely, since it is simply too big on me.

I had it altered at the beginning of the Fall, to take-in the sides. 

However, without reconstructing the arm holes, it just isn't ideal.
I got a last few good weeks out of it, and then, after subsequent
weight loss, it became painfully obvious that this jacket simply

would no longer work for me. 

And so, British Tweed Blazer, I bid thee farewell.

  

2011-2012: British Tweed Blazer

in Brown

(Boden)