A plus size work outfit for the fall with trendy checked trousers! In case you missed it, make sure you check out Part 1. Both are looks from my “on a budget” series. Before getting into the details, I want to prevent some anticipated feedback. So please keep these things in mind:
My “Disclaimer”
- “Budget” is relative. Some people easily spend $300 on sunglasses, while other people allocate $300 for their annual clothing budget.
- You may be able to find these items elsewhere for less. These are just some “budget-friendly” finds I have come across. And I typically don’t link to clearance items because they sell out and then people are disappointed. Also, I have no way of linking to thrift stores, but obviously if you want to check out your local thrift stores, I think that is a great idea!
- Recycle & reuse. As with all of my posts, I hope that you can use pieces you already have in your wardrobe. Additionally, I assume that you can reuse all of the pieces below in other combinations with things in your closet to create a variety of looks. Meaning, I think it is unfair to judge the expense of one outfit as though that is the only way to wear the pieces.
Plus Size on a Budget – Work Basics – Trousers
Plus Size on a Budget – Outfit Details
Switching up the pieces from the work outfit in Part 1. I swapped a black pencil skirt for these checked trousers. Menswear-inspired textiles are trending. Consider this coordinating checked blazer.
Much like Look 1, this outfit is pretty basic until some amazing costume jewelry is layered in. As I said, Target has really stepped up their jewelry game. I found this trendy yet sophisticated necklace, chic earrings, and fun bangles, all under 20 bucks and all at Tar-jay!
Of course, this look is made complete with some leopard pumps, which come in both medium and wide widths. I also found some killer leopard flats (wide), if you need a more comfortable shoe.
Plus Size on a Budget – Checked Trousers
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Plus Size on a Budget – Checked Trousers
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Hi there! I’ve been following you for a while and love your posts! I’ve gotten so much inspiration from you. I love this outfit, but I’m not a big fan of leopard print (I’m boring lol). What type of shoe would you recommend instead of leopard? Thank you!
Hi Andrea,
Thank you! I’m very glad to hear it! 🙂 As for replacing the leopard pumps. You could do practically any neutral. Black, grey, cognac or rust (pulling out the stripe in the pants). You could even do a nude if you don’t have any of the above.