Originally I bought this animal print blazer for the Manhappenin release party which is a student magazine at Kansas State University that I am involved in. The outfit was perfect for this occasion because the theme of the current issue was bold and I needed a perfect pair of animal print and neon colors to match the crazy issue that was going to be launched.

So with all this in mind, I headed to our local goodwill on a hunt for something a little different to wear that would be remarkable, remembered, and a little different. Eventually, I stumbled upon this blazer. I became crazy about it and ended up getting it on sale for under ten dollars which is perfect because this college girl is on a budget.

Anyways this is where it started, but as I got home and dug through my closet trying everything on with this blazer to find the perfect pairing I was pleasantly surprised to have liked my impulsive decision even more. This blazer worked with so many things in my closet and I became even more excited to wear it.

Here is how I wore the piece for the Manhappenin magazine release party:

Cameron Cirino & Ally Burnham at the Manhappenin Release Party!Ally Burnham

I have already worn it multiple times now and, just wanted to create this post because I have received so much attention from it and I just wanted to show people all the different possibilities to styling a fun blazer, hopefully, so that you too can feel confident in your clothing/// know how to wear it multiple ways. Because we can all use some inspiration at times.

Tube top & ripped mom jeans

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Mini white scalloped skirt with cowhide belt

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High-waisted brown trouser pants

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Paired with a black drawstring jumpsuit

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Prints on prints on prints... also peep some cowboy boots

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Basic white T-shirt and jeans

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And, that's how you do it! Five simple outfits with basic things that you may even have in your closet, all that was done was a little mixing and matching. These a just a few ways to wear the garment, but there are endless possibilities.

With that, I hope you're inspired to go start mixing and matching. When looking for funky pieces I would always recommend first checking out your local thrift stores, because you may be lucky and find a gem, but also because I believe that there is importance in being SUSTAINABLE.