As fashion lovers, our closets are constantly evolving and changing. It takes a long time to compile the perfect wardrobe and
the truth is, the job is never done. Trends come and go, seasons
change. My favorite part about forming my wardrobe is picking up unique pieces along the way. Call me crazy, but I want my closet to scream Christie’s closet! Not random-twenty-something’s closet.

So, how do you acquire these amazingly unique pieces when store after store is a chain? It’s difficult, but it really happens when you’re not looking. It’s so surprising where I’ve picked up certain pieces along the way! I once got a cobalt flower crossbody from a hospital gift shop. And that chevron scarf I wore last week? That was from Walgreen’s!

It’s no secret that I absolutely love bows. So when I stumbled upon this gorgeous, enormous bow belt, I just knew I had to have it! The best part was I found it on Etsy. It’s a cream handmade leather bow that you can slide onto any belt you already own. This makes it so versatile because you can style it about a million different ways! Keep it chic by adding a thin, black belt or funk it up with a thick, neon pink belt.

I love it because it’s such a statement piece. If you’re looking to turn
heads, this is the way to do it! It’s also pretty versatile. The shop
owner advertised it as ‘inspired by Spencer Hastings of Pretty Little Liars.’ I happen to love the show! On season 4, Spencer wore a casual Anthropologie donkey dress with a very similar Zara
bow belt- only the bow was in the back (see her look below). For this
particular look, I wanted it on the front to help break up this
otherwise monochrome look.

THE LOOK

What’s the most unique piece in your closet and where did you get it from?