Arle’s opinions on her attire are increasing in intensity.  My grandmother sent her an adorable little green jacket that I really wanted her to wear yesterday.  I managed to get her jeans and shirt on her, but when I started to top off the ensemble with the cute new green jacket, a meltdown ensued. 

“No green coat!  I want pink coat!  I want pink coat, pleeeeeease!”  she cried. 

Geez, Louise.  This whole talking-child thing is really cramping my style. 

Anywho, today’s Fashionista Friday question comes from Kristin L.  She and I attend the same church and small group and she is sweet little Kate’s  mommy. 

Kristin asked:

I’ve noticed the last two times I’ve seen you, you’ve had super cute tank top/cardigan combinations going (at least I’m assuming those were tank tops underneath – maybe not). I would love to replicate this look for myself. could you steer me in the right direction with some low-cost, but super-cute, options?

Well, Kristin, the first ensemble you’re referring to is this cardigan and this tank from Old Navy. 

The second ensemble consisted of the Jackie Cardigan from J. Crew in a bright blue color that I found on super-duper-sale last fall.  The top I wore under it was also a bargain basement J.Crew find.  It was a fuchsia silk tank with a big ruffle around the scoop neck.  I love mixing contrasting colors or patterns together like this.  Here’s an example of what I’m talking about:  this cardigan and this tank would look adorable together (or separate later on when it’s hot as a fritter here in KC).  Add a bunch of bangles for an extra dash of mixy-matchy cuteness.

Here’s another tank that would look great under the same bright blue cardigan.  Of course, I have to accessorize and would throw a long necklace  over this one. 

Hope this helps, Kristin…layer away!!!

If you have a fashion question for me, email it to momdiggity01@yahoo.com .