Make the Most of Your Closet - Megan

Next up on the list for making the most of their closet is Megan. She was one of the first people I became "Flickr Friends" with when I first joined Flickr's Wardrobe Remix Group about a year and half ago, and I am fortunate that our friendship has grown to much more. When she signed up for this I was shocked that she would want my opinion considering how stylish I think she is. But she was winner, and I am truly honored to give it a go!

Megan shared 18 items from her closet along with some style profile info, including:

Height: 5'9"Size: 10/12
Body Shape: Hourglass
Favorite Colors: Blues and purples
Accessories I love/would like more of: scarves, tights - need more hats!
My style: mixture of vintage/preppy/hippie
Outfits Desired: Business Casual (oh, who am I kidding?) Casual

Based on the items she sent and ideas swirling around in my head I picked out the following ten items to help round out her closet (and I'm pretty sure she has a few of these things already) which total under $240.

I'm a firm believer that cardis are an essential part of every gal's wardrobe regardless of her style, so I added a yellow cardigan.
Cardigan - Old Navy, $25.00

Megan said she needed more hats and scarves in her wardrobe so I picked one of each.
Beret - Forever 21, $4.50
Recycled Patches Scarf - Shop Ruche, $24.99

Houndstooth and cropped swing jackets are everywhere for fall and will help Megan take an outfit or two from casual to business casual just by slipping it on.
Houndstooth Jacket - Charlotte Russe, $34.99

I think a long pendant necklace is a great thing to have especially when you have longer proportioned tops in your wardrobe. As an added bonus this one has an Alice in Wonderland theme.
Oh Dear! "I shall be too late" charm necklace - Shop Ruche, $16.99

Graphic tees can get a bad wrap as so many notoriously have stupid sayings or obnoxious pictures on them, however, there are several tasteful ones that can add a bit of fun and whimsy to your wardrobe. I chose this one because I happen to know Megan adores owls!
Owl Tee - Forever 21, $13.80

I love prints and flowy tops and this tunic seemed like a winner when paired with Megan's other wardrobe items.
Chiffon Tunic - Alloy, $29.90

Hello, an hourglass figure - then a belt is definitely needed!
Belt - Jessica Simpson/Zappos.com, $42.00

Fun flats are all the rage and with Megan's height she can definitely pull them off!
Embellished Flats - Target, $24.99

You can never go wrong with a black top.
Pintuck Tunic - Old Navy, $17.99

One last thing, Megan said she wanted more tights, and I didn't use any in the looks below. However, fun colored and textured tights could definitely be incorporated with many of the looks below.

With these 28 items I created 44 looks and honestly could have kept going! With these looks the jeans could almost always be swapped with the denim skirt and visa versa, the jeans with leggings, the denim jacket with the vest and visa versa and more - - lots of options here!

TL - Toss the button-up over the dress, tie at the waist and you can never go wrong wtih adding a fun, floral statement necklace.
TR - Wear the skirt as a top and belt it so the volume isn't overwhelming and pair with a cardi and jeans.
BL - Use the purple tunic as a top and tuck into the skirt and top off with a cardi and necklace.
BR - Tie the scarf around your waist as a belt and go casual with a comfy denim jacket and flats.

TL - Tie the scarf around your neck, belt the dress and toss on a neutral cardi and shoes.
TR - Pair the white top with the floral skirt and top with a denim jacket.
BL - Go casual with a tunic and leggings paired with a denim jacket, long necklace and embellished flats.
BR - Top your white button-up by wearing the scarf as a shrug or belt with jeans.

TL - Button up the cardi over the dress and use the scarf as a belt - the pop of primary color will be fantastic!
TR - Use the Circle Scarf as a belt with the white blouse and full skirt.
BL - Be cute and comfy with this vintage blouse and neutral cardi and shoes.
BR - Tuck the white blouse in, use the scarf as a belt and be laid-back cool in the beret.

TL - Create a great neutral look with pops from the beret and necklace with this jeans and cardi combo.
TR - Use the dress as a shirt with the vintage skirt and keep your shoulders warm by using the circle scarf as a shawl.
BL - Belt the blouse to control the volume when paired with the full skirt and toss on a simple long necklace.
BR - Play with proportions by pairing the shorter cardigan with the long tunic and jeans.

TL - Layer the tee over the dress to create the look of a skirt and add the denim jacket to keep you warm as temps drop.
TR - A vintage plaid pearl snap shirt paired with a denim skirt creates a great combo of sexy casual.
BL - Another great look is pairing the floaty tunic with the denim skirt and fun flats.
BR - Go all black with neutral accessories and wear the circle scarf in big loose circle.

TL - Flannel, denim and a beret - great casual combo!
TR - Leave the blue button up unbuttoned and tied at the waist layered over the owl tee with a cute skirt.
BL - Pair the vintage blouse over the dress and add a cute necklace and flats.
BR - Make this skirt pop by pairing with a black top and leggings and finished off with a denim vest.

TL - Layer the purple tunic over the black shirt with leggings and add a pair of fun flats.
TR - Leave the denim vest unbuttoned over the flannel and leggings.
BL - Keep the cardi buttoned up and belted with the floral skirt.
BR - Go all black with pops from the houndstooth, red beret and fun flats.

TL - Layer the tunic under the sleeveless dress and belt the look.
TR - Pair the leggings with heels and a jacket for a polished somewhat rockin' look.
BL - Either wear the scarf at neck or as a belt with this polished primary look.
BR - Layer the printed tunic over the owl tee and leave unbutton so you can see Mr. Hootie peeking through.

TL - Use the circle scarf as a belt with this button up and skirt.
TR - Try the printed tunic under the purple tunic and pair with leggings.
BL - Layer the denim jacket over the flannel and pair with leggings - use the circle scarf at neck or as a belt.
BR - Tuck the tunic into the skirt and grab some flats and a necklace.

TL - Black, Houndstooth, Red Beret and Denim - Check!
TR - Take this sleeveless dress right into fall by topping with a cardi.
BL - Yellow goes with almost anything so feel free to toss on with this patterned tunic.
BR - Layer the owl tee over the black shirt - the fullness of the sleeves will be fun poofing out from the slim tee sleeves.

TL - A white blouse and jeans can be perfect for almost any occasion.
TR - Green and blue are such a great combo and the flower necklace finishes off this combo perfectly.
BL - The short jacket over the longer tunic paired with leggings will create a fun, casual look.
BR - Tee, cardi and jeans = perfect casual outfit

To see all of the outfits in more detail, click here.

Megan, though we are hundreds of miles apart it was fun "looking in your closet". Hope you see a couple of combos you like!