The Closet

Vegas Trade Show

2009-08-06T07:01:00.000-07:00

I know it's been months since we have done a challenge, but we finally have some inspiration. Josh will be heading to Vegas next week for his new job to sell his products at a trade show. He has asked for suggestions on what he should wear. Apparently business attire is out, and "cool dude" t-shirts are in at these shows. What are "cool dude" t-shirts? I asked the same thing. He said his boss wears muscle t's and t-shirts with studs. So that is the look we're going for. We've decided to put together some potential outfits on polyvore for him to look at.

Happy polyvoring!

Vegas Trade Show by ErinKaye featuring Ed Hardy

Vegas tradeshow by katielady featuring O'Neill

Be Realistic

2009-04-28T09:01:00.000-07:00

You must base your outfit around this dress. (Search Polyvore for 'Moschino Cheap & Chick and the dress should show up in the first 2 rows). You can dress it up or down however you like. HOWEVER, you have to incorporate your own personal style. Only use items that you would typically purchase (for example, don't pair $600 shoes if they aren't something you wouldn't buy).

Untitled by ErinKaye featuring Moschino Cheap & Chic day dresses

Hmm...Would I wear this? by fatbecky featuring Nine West shoes

New Challenge

2009-04-16T11:01:00.000-07:00

When you create in Polyvore, you have several categories to choose from.

Use the following categories only on this challenge:
Shoes
Accessories
bags
Jewelry
Tops
Skirts
Jackets
Backgrounds

Use each of these categories once and you can only choose items that show up on the first page of each category (you can't click to the next page for more results).

First Page Polyvore Challenge by ErinKaye featuring Miss Selfridge bracelets

cantthinkofacreativetitle by katielady featuring Vila blouses

Polyvore Categories by fatbecky featuring Miu Miu tote bags

Busy Saturday Afternoon

2009-04-10T09:24:00.000-07:00

This Saturday, you have a busy day of going to the farmer's market for fresh produce, meeting a friend for lunch, shopping for new shoes, getting the oil changed in your car and visiting the new exhibit at the art museum in the city. What will you wear?

Saturday Errands by fatbecky featuring Marc by Marc Jacobs bags

Busy Saturday by ErinKaye featuring Alex Monroe earrings

Eurotrash

2009-03-24T08:35:00.000-07:00

You and your husband/boyfriend/significant other are in Europe and decide to take heed to the old adage "when in Rome" and are going out to clubs in Berlin. Yes, clubs. Not bars. Pull together your most fancy-pants outfit for both of you in order to fit in at these clubs. (Read: Eurotrash)

Notice how I took the trash portion quite literally! Becky and Erin definitely achieved the Eurotrash look, but in a much classier way. If that is even possible.

OH and to the slackers out there (you know who you are) -- start playing again!!!

And be sure to scroll down to the last post to see Erin's DVF/MJ outfit that I forgot to post. (And this was pointed out to me after I mugged on her for not participating!)

Eurotrash - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

Berlin. Ya! - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Eurotrash - by katielady on Polyvore.com

DVF and MJ

2009-03-10T15:49:00.000-07:00

Create an outfit using ONLY items by these two designers: Diane von Furstenberg and Marc Jacobs.

DVF / Marc Jacobs - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

DVF and MJ - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

DVF and Marc Jacobs - by katielady on Polyvore.com

What are you wearing?

2009-03-05T12:52:00.000-08:00

What are you wearing right now? Recreate the outfit that you are wearing when you read this email for the first time. Be as accurate as possible. Good luck!

What I'm Wearing Now... - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

Today! - by traceyk on Polyvore.com

I could work backstage at a drama play in all this black. I should have picked a cuter outfit day to issue this challenge! - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

what i wore today - by katielady on Polyvore.com

The Bachelor Finale

2009-03-03T07:11:00.000-08:00

Tonight is the final rose ceremony on the Bachelor and Jason must choose his bride-to-be in picturesque New Zealand. Chris has promised us surprising twists and with Deanna making a special appearance who knows what will happen. It's down to two beautiful, albeit a bit annoying, bachelorettes - Molly and Melissa - so who will be the one with whom Jason chooses to spend the rest of his life with? To end the most dramatic season of the Bachelor EV-ER, pick who you think Jason's "connection" with is stronger and dress her for tonight's big finale. Or, choose to dress both of them but still pick who you think will win... Let the games begin!

I don't watch so I can't pick a winner, but I like this dress - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Molly! - by traceyk on Polyvore.com

bachelor - by katielady on Polyvore.com

Roy G Biv

2009-02-24T06:31:00.001-08:00

Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue and Purple. Create an outfit with accessories that incorporates each of these colors and only these colors!

I give up - by katielady on Polyvore.com

Colors! - by traceyk on Polyvore.com

I would never wear this... - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

God this is ugly... - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

A colorful day at the beach - by Carrie Adams on Polyvore.com

10K Run

2009-02-18T17:00:00.000-08:00

It's February, and you are still remaining faithful to your New Year's resolution to get in better shape. As motivation, you signed up to be your company's team fundraising chairman for a 5K/10K Run benefiting Breast Cancer Research. That means you have to raise lots of money, and run in the race. Find the perfect race day running gear to ensure you will cross the finish line... and most importantly, look good doing it.

Ready, Set, Go!

Breast Cancer Support Walk - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Breast Cancer - by traceyk on Polyvore.com

10K - by katielady on Polyvore.com

10K Race Gear - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

Splurge vs. Steal -- UPDATED!

2009-02-16T06:21:00.001-08:00

Today's challenge requires that you create two outfits. The first should be created from designer and high-priced items with no regard to budget. The second one must be similar to the first, but you must consider budget this time. Your outfit can be for any occasion -- work, weekend, party, etc. and you can assume any season or weather.

splurge v. steal prices - by traceyk on Polyvore.com

Splurge vs. Steal - by katielady on Polyvore.com

Why Pay More? - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Splurge vs. Steal - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

Steal - by Carrie Adams on Polyvore.com

Splurge - by Carrie Adams on Polyvore.com

The Perfect Friday Outfit

2009-02-12T09:58:00.000-08:00

Ready for the next challenge? It's a Friday, and you have plans to go out for dinner and drinks at a trendy restaurant with friends straight from work. You don't have time to go home and change, so you must use your superior accessorizing skills to create "The Perfect Friday Outfit". This means it must be versatile enough so that you look conservative and put-together during the workday, but with just a change of shoes and accessories, it can transition into a sleek nighttime ensemble. I have chosen the dress for you, and you must create both the daytime and nighttime looks. Let's assume it's early spring. Good luck!

Tracey

day/night - by traceyk on Polyvore.com

Erin

The Perfect Friday Outfit - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

Becky

OMG, Is that the same dress you wore to work today? - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Katie

Day to Night - by katielady on Polyvore.com

Company Golf Outing

2009-02-10T12:18:00.001-08:00

You are playing in your company's friendly golf tournament this weekend. What are you going to wear?

Erin

Golf - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

Becky

Golf Tourney - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Tracey

Golf - by traceyk on Polyvore.com

Katie

Company Golf Tourney - by katielady on Polyvore.com

Hopefully we'll have a few more updates so check back in!

Grammy Awards

2009-02-08T17:09:00.000-08:00

The Grammy Awards are tomorrow night in L.A. Of course Coldplay is nominated like a bajillion times, so front-man Chris Martin will want to arrive looking sharp. But it's not Chris we're concerned about, it's his leading lady Gwyneth Paltrow of course! She is his best accessory. And apparently she is going to be there this year supporting her hubby and handing out a trophy. Pick out an outfit for her to wear to the Grammy Awards.

Becky

GP at Grammies - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Carrie

Grammy's - by Carrie Adams on Polyvore.com

Erin

Gwenyth at the Grammy's - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

Katie

what would gwynnie wear? - by katielady on Polyvore.com

Tracey

Gwyneth Grammys - by traceyk on Polyvore.com

So, how do you think we did? Here is a photo of what Gwyneth actually wore so you can compare!

J Crew Shoes Challenge

2009-02-05T06:54:00.000-08:00

You just bought these shoes. Create an outfit to go with them.

I'll add everyone's outfits as they come in, so keep checking back for updates!

Carrie

Flats Challenge - by Carrie Adams on Polyvore.com

Becky

J Crew Shoes - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Katie

J Crew Shoes - by katielady on Polyvore.com

Tracey

Jcrew shoes - by traceyk on Polyvore.com

Super Bowl Challenge

2009-01-30T11:52:00.000-08:00

You are heading out west to the Super Bowl! You won a Q100 radio station challenge and scored 2 tickets to sit in the box with the owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers! Obviously, the big wigs will be in suits. The ladies will be dressed as well. You also want to portray that you are a Steelers fan since you are in Cardinals territory. Ready...go!

Sorry for the delay ... I know everyone must have been DYING to see what we wore to the game!

Becky

Steelers Owner's Box - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Carie

Superbowl! - by Carrie Adams on Polyvore.com

Erin

Superbowl Owner's Box - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

Katie

Steelers Box - by katielady on Polyvore.com

Tracey

Go Steelers!! - by traceyk on Polyvore.com

The Bachelor Rose Ceremony

2009-01-29T06:09:00.001-08:00

Congratulations! You have been chosen as one of the 25 bachelorettes who will compete to find "true love" on ABC's The Bachelor. You need to choose a dress for tonight's Rose Ceremony elimination. The attire is cocktail. Not only do you want to set yourself apart from the other ladies, but the pressure is on because you know that millions of girls across America will be watching you on TV and picking apart your outfit. This could be the most dramatic Rose Ceremony ever..

Tracey's

Rose Ceremony II - by traceyk on Polyvore.com

Becky's

Rose Ceremony - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Carrie's

Bachelor - by Carrie Adams on Polyvore.com

Erin's

The Bachelor Rose Ceremony - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

Katie's

The Bachelor Rose Ceremony - by katielady on Polyvore.com

Soooo ... what do yall think? Didn't we all do a great job? We would totally get roses from the Bach.

We're really good at this! Vogue should be calling any minute...

Aspen Snow Party

2009-01-28T10:26:00.000-08:00

You are in Aspen for that film festival. You are going to a party. The party is outdoors in the snow and ice (with live music, booze, food, etc.) Plan your party outfit, but remember you are in Aspen outside at night.

Results coming soon...

Erin's

Sundance Film Festival - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

Becky's

Aspen Snow Party - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Carrie's

Aspen - by Carrie Adams on Polyvore.com

Katie's (she admitted to doing a poor job on this one)

Sundance set - by katielady on Polyvore.com

New York City Shopping

2009-01-27T19:30:00.000-08:00

Challenge: You are in NYC shopping for an afternoon. You want to look as sylish as possible but also to be comfortable as you will be spending the afternoon walking around the city. It is late spring/early summer so weather is pleasant.

Here are the results!

Becky's

NYC Afternoon - by fatbecky on Polyvore.com

Erin's

NYC Challenge - by ErinKaye on Polyvore.com

Katie's

NYC Challenge - by katielady on Polyvore.com

Welcome to The Closet!

2009-01-27T16:12:00.000-08:00

This is a site where we will display each of our Polyvore fashion challenges and their results. Stay tuned for today's challenge and results