In the world of fashion blogging, everyone has their faves and one of mine (and maybe yours too) is Blair of Atlantic-Pacific. She always looks soo classy, unique and styled perfectly in her outfits. While there’s some TopShop, H&M, and ASOS sprinkled into her ensembles; by the time I could afford many of her outfits & accessories it would be a few seasons later. 
Last week, she debuted a really cute casual “Creme de la Creme” cotton-blend sweatshirt with a pair of denim and leopard heels. When I clicked on the sweatshirt by Zoe Karssen, not only was it sold out already, it was $160. Knowing that even a million dollar sweatshirt would end up in my ‘gym clothes’ drawer within a month, I thought ‘Hmm, maybe I could re-create it?‘ So I made a knock-off, threw on a pair of jeans, brushed my bangs back and tried my best. While it’s definitely not the original, here’s my ‘Creme De La Creme’ DIY below attempting to create Atlantic-Pacific’s ‘Look for Less’….
(Left) Atlantic-Pacific in NYC~Truly the ‘Creme de la Creme’ of fashion (Right) Me of SavvySpice in SF feeling intimidated
Super Quick Messy Bun ~ Brush your hair into a high ponytail, tease it and swirl into a bun. Then bobby pin it & hairspray in place.
Unexpectedly Clutch ~ It’s not vintage, but sometimes it’s fun to choose a beaded, leather or sparkly clutch and pair it with a casual outfit. (TJMaxx)
Buzzin’ ~ I only drink coffee a few days a week; but when I do, it’s a Greater Alarm at Philz Coffee with meduim creme & sugar. (SF Tip) ~ If you’re visiting the city, try to grab a cup of Philz. They’re famous for brewing one cup at a time and you’ll feel the difference in about 3 sips. :)
Step One ~ Find similar sweatshirt (recent from Forever 21~$13) , Buy ‘Iron On’ flocked letters in similar font and start cutting. (These letters are a brand called Transfermations I got in Michael’s Craft Store)
Step Two ~ Lay out the letters, space them as best you can and iron them as directed
Step Three ~ Wait for letters to cool and peel off. Entire process took about 20 minutes.
DETAILS by Dale
Sweatshirt~ Forever (similar here), iron-on letters ~ Michaels Crafts, clutch~NY MAX (recent TJMaxx), jeans ~ GAP (similar here) (old from Crossroads Trading Co.), heels ~ Zara (old), Vitality Necklace ~ Stella & Dot HERE, sunglasses ~ H&M, Nails ~ Sally Hansen Insta Dri *Total for Entire Look (Under $160)
Are you ever inspired to re-create a look after seeing it on your favorite celebs, fashion bloggers or friends?
Hope you’re having a great week!
~xoDale
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I know this is a few months after your post, but I wanted to let you know I am thankful to have found your post as I too love AP’s blog and have been thinking about this sweater for some time
. I found your blog and I was able to easily recreate the “look for less” thanks to you!! Now if we can figure out how to recreate the Club Monaco sweater LaRochelle….we’ll be set!! Happy blogging!! 
. Thank you & great job!!
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