We had to take a little break last week as there was too much going on but we're back with Melswear Thursdays. Mel went thrift shopping with me on Monday and this is one of the shirts that she found. It's a mint green oxford shirt by St. John's Bay which I believe is a JC Penney brand. We paired it with some cargo pants, southwestern belt, and air max sneakers. Mel included her signature piece with the basketball cap. Anyone can thrift shop and it's an awesome feeling when you're able to find something cool for less than $5.

Outfit Details: Button Up - Thrifted Similar Hudson Cargos - Nordstrom Rack Similar Sneakers - Nike Cap - Lids Similar Belt - Forever 21 Bracelets - Jack Threads Watch - JC Penney Similar

Thursday! One day to go. Mel went out last night with her sisters to see the Alvin Ailey Dance Company. This gave me the opportunity to style her again. Most times styling is fun but sometimes it isn't. I was getting a little frustrated because I didn't have very much time to fully choose what I wanted and I still had to take the photos. Blogging ain't easy Suzy. At first I was going for a preppy look but we didn't have all of the pieces I wanted so that left me really trying to hurry and get it right. I wanted to give up but she convinced me to keep going and that helped to make things a little easier. All you need is support and a little push sometimes. In the end it wasn't so bad. I just need to know how to work under pressure. This look is a mix of sporty casual and dressy. I decided on semi-dark cuffed denim, tie and cognac dress shoes for the dressy part. A white linen button down, striped sports jacket and snapback for the sporty casual part. Here's Mel and her oh so serious face. :-)