What I Wore – The Third Piece Rule

Do you know about the Third Piece Rule? Some retail stores (Nordstrom, Madewell, Banana Republic, to name a few) encourage their sales associates to wear…

Do you know about the Third Piece Rule?

Some retail stores (Nordstrom, Madewell, Banana Republic, to name a few) encourage their sales associates to wear outfits to work that include a “third piece.” It’s something you might not notice at first, but if you think about some of your favorite style bloggers, fashion designers, or even just a stylish friend, they probably have this rule down! In fact, when I look through some of the outfits I’ve pinned on Pinterest, a lot of them even add a 4th or 5th piece.

So what is a third piece, and how do you incorporate this rule?

(Time out. Can we call it a tip? Or an idea? Because I don’t really think style should have rules!)

Okay, say you’re getting dressed, and you put on jeans and a top. Those are your first and second pieces. (Shoes don’t count.) A lot of people stop there. But if you want to give your outfit a little extra jazz, put on a third piece. Add a blazer, cardigan, vest, hat, scarf, statement necklace to give your outfit a more polished and stylish look. It’s a simple concept (layering!) that makes a huge difference.

The Third Piece Rule

I started with jeans and a button up chambray top. Then added a sweater tied around my waist. The sweater is my third piece.
But y’all know me. I couldn’t stop there! It was cold, okay?! So I added a blazer (4th piece) and hat (5th piece).

The Third Piece RuleThe Third Piece Rule

Here are a few outfits I found that nail this idea:

Third Piece Rule

1. Third piece – denim jacket. (4th & 5th – handbag & sunglasses.)

2. Third piece – blazer.

3. Third piece – denim button down. (4th – coat.)

4. Third piece – coat. (4th & 5th – hat and sunglasses.)

What do you think? Did you just have an “Ah HA!” moment, and realize that this was THE THING you couldn’t quite put your finger on? Now that you know, you won’t be able to un-see it! This idea is definitely a little trickier to pull off during the summer months. But that’s when bold necklaces, light scarves, and big sunglasses come in handy!

1,469 comments

  1. Lyndsay Hyatt- Almeida Yes, please. For real – you need to take me shopping. I've recently forgot how to put an outfit together and I'm just wearing the same black pants.

  2. When you go to a real casino, you may only have one or two options for Blackjack. If you play Blackjack games online, however, it broadens your options substantially. We have nine versions of online Blackjack games and a live dealer version too, so you’ll always get to play Blackjack games that suit your tastes. The fast-paced, attractively presented version of blackjack features the captivating theme of the hit Dragons of the North franchise, with a soundtrack that adds to the mythical atmosphere as players aim to beat the dealer. Double Deck Blackjack game is almost as good as Single Deck Blackjack, and in the case of our casino, it’s even better. That’s because our Double Deck Blackjack requires the dealer to stand on soft 17 – a rule that favors players. The two decks are shuffled after each round.
    https://travisuwuj146418.answerblogs.com/21803629/5-euro-no-deposit-bonus-casino
    Dev teknoloji firmas? Google’?n katlanabilir özellikli yeni bir ak?ll? telefon üretece?i iddias? gündeme dü?mü?tü. Are you ready for a new twist on the classic bingo game? Try Bingo Bling, the exciting bingo caller app that adds an element of skill through in-game power-ups. Your goal is to fill out your bingo card as quickly as possible before the three-minute timer runs out. With fast-paced gameplay and the added challenge of power-ups, Bingo Bling is a fun and engaging way to test your bingo skills. Download the app today and start playing! Nwe Jersey online casino sites, from time to time, could offer bonuses for 100% free bingo games to increase server traffic. Pala Bingo, a brand that’s no longer operating in NJ, used to have a ‘Treasure Chest’ promotion – by logging in on Saturday evening and entering a bonus code, you could claim free tickets and play free bingo games through ten free bingo tickets.

  3. I found your blog website on google and check a number of of your early posts. Continue to keep up the superb operate. I just extra up your RSS feed to my MSN News Reader. Searching for forward to studying extra from you later on!?

  4. I love your blog.. very nice colors & theme. Did you make this website yourself or did you hire someone to do it for you? Plz answer back as I’m looking to construct my own blog and would like to know where u got this from. kudos

  5. Along with almost everything which seems to be developing within this particular subject material, all your viewpoints are actually relatively radical. Nonetheless, I am sorry, but I do not give credence to your entire strategy, all be it exhilarating none the less. It appears to everyone that your remarks are generally not completely validated and in reality you are generally your self not even totally convinced of the point. In any case I did take pleasure in reading through it.

  6. A few things i have observed in terms of computer memory is that often there are requirements such as SDRAM, DDR and the like, that must fit in with the features of the motherboard. If the pc’s motherboard is fairly current and there are no operating-system issues, upgrading the storage space literally will take under 1 hour. It’s one of many easiest computer system upgrade techniques one can imagine. Thanks for giving your ideas.

  7. Thanks for giving your ideas with this blog. Furthermore, a delusion regarding the banking companies intentions when talking about property foreclosures is that the loan company will not have my payments. There is a specific amount of time the bank requires payments from time to time. If you are far too deep within the hole, they may commonly call that you pay the particular payment entirely. However, that doesn’t mean that they will have any sort of repayments at all. Should you and the financial institution can be capable to work anything out, the actual foreclosure method may stop. However, in the event you continue to skip payments beneath new plan, the foreclosures process can pick up where it was left off.

  8. Almanya medyum haluk hoca sizlere 40 y?ld?r medyumluk hizmeti veriyor, Medyum haluk hocam?z?n haz?rlad??? çal??malar ise berlin medyum papaz büyüsü, Konular?nda en iyi sonuç ve k?sa sürede yüzde yüz için bizleri tercih ediniz. ?leti?im: +49 157 59456087

  9. One more thing I would like to convey is that in lieu of trying to fit all your online degree tutorials on times that you end work (because most people are exhausted when they come home), try to have most of your classes on the week-ends and only a few courses in weekdays, even if it means taking some time away from your saturdays. This is fantastic because on the weekends, you will be extra rested plus concentrated with school work. Many thanks for the different points I have figured out from your site.

  10. Thanks for expressing your ideas. One thing is that pupils have an option between fed student loan and also a private education loan where it is easier to choose student loan debt consolidation loan than in the federal student loan.

  11. Hmm is anyone else experiencing problems with the images on this blog loading? I’m trying to determine if its a problem on my end or if it’s the blog. Any responses would be greatly appreciated.

  12. Some tips i have observed in terms of computer memory is the fact there are specific features such as SDRAM, DDR and many others, that must fit in with the features of the mother board. If the computer’s motherboard is rather current and there are no operating system issues, upgrading the memory space literally usually takes under a couple of hours. It’s one of many easiest laptop or computer upgrade techniques one can consider. Thanks for giving your ideas.

  13. Wow, superb weblog structure! How long have you been running a blog for? you made blogging glance easy. The entire glance of your web site is great, let alone the content!

  14. Thanks for your post. I also think laptop computers are getting to be more and more popular these days, and now in many cases are the only form of computer included in a household. This is because at the same time actually becoming more and more economical, their working power is growing to the point where these are as effective as desktop computers through just a few in years past.

  15. Along with everything that seems to be building inside this specific subject matter, all your viewpoints are actually somewhat radical. On the other hand, I am sorry, because I do not subscribe to your entire suggestion, all be it stimulating none the less. It looks to us that your comments are actually not totally justified and in simple fact you are yourself not fully certain of the assertion. In any case I did enjoy reading through it.

  16. The other day, while I was at work, my sister stole my apple ipad and tested to see if it can survive a forty foot drop, just so she can be a youtube sensation. My apple ipad is now destroyed and she has 83 views. I know this is entirely off topic but I had to share it with someone!

  17. I enjoy what you guys tend to be up too. This kind of clever work and reporting! Keep up the fantastic works guys I’ve included you guys to my personal blogroll.

  18. My developer is trying to convince me to move to .net from PHP. I have always disliked the idea because of the costs. But he’s tryiong none the less. I’ve been using WordPress on several websites for about a year and am worried about switching to another platform. I have heard excellent things about blogengine.net. Is there a way I can import all my wordpress content into it? Any help would be really appreciated!

  19. I was wondering if you ever thought of changing the structure of your site? Its very well written; I love what youve got to say. But maybe you could a little more in the way of content so people could connect with it better. Youve got an awful lot of text for only having one or 2 pictures. Maybe you could space it out better?

  20. certainly like your web site but you have to check the spelling on several of your posts. A number of them are rife with spelling problems and I find it very troublesome to tell the truth nevertheless I will surely come back again.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *