Beyond Tee Week in Review

Our twelfth POW (Piece of the Week) is the cabi Fall 2016 Beyond Tee.  This versatile paneled tunic tee, can be anything from a drafting vest, to a wrap top, to a top with a cape! I showed you eleven different ways to wrap and style it and seven different outfit ideas (with some variations based on how you style the tee). With all the different ways style this pieces, we went from a fiery femme fatale, to a fuzzy curvy look, to an elegant caped special occasion outfit, to casual layers, and a high contrast and highly comfortable work look. The Beyond Tee is by far my most versatile POW piece ever!

Without further ado, let’s review this Beyond Tee “week!” Which outfit is your favorite? Which styling technique do you prefer for the tee?

Beyond POW: Black, White, and Comfy Manic Monday:  Take knit pieces in white and black for a strong, chic, and comfortable Manic Monday look. Outfit: Beyond Tee and Zebra Belt from cabi Fall 2016, Leena Printed Skirt by Renee C from Stitch Fix, White Stone Sutton Necklace from Stella & Dot,  Acme Bootie by Crown Vintage at DSW, Gold dangle earrings from Fab’rik. For style and details, see the post.

Posted: October 31, 2016

Beyond POW: Trendy Layers and a New Basic Tuesday: Go beyond your tee and jeans with a unique tunic tee and trendy layers.

Outfit: Beyond Tee,  Sleek Leggings shown in Heather Gray, and the Sweetheart Sweater all from cabi Fall 2016. Athena Necklace by Kelly Annie, Bead earrings by Shine Chaser Jewelry, and SeaVees Monterey Houndstooth Lace-Up Sneakers (only available through Stitch Fix, use my referral code to get started!) For basic info, trends, and more, read the full post!

Posted: December 13, 2016

Beyond POW: Working It Long, Lean, and Versatile Wednesday: For a long, lean professional look, wear dark neutral layers over a white shirt, a longer pencil skirt, and a cropped jacket.

Outfit: Beyond Tee, It’s a Wrap Shirt, and Convertible Jacket all from cabi Fall 2016. Long Ponte Pencil Skirt form cabi 2012. Older ModCloth gray tweed shoes. The necklace and earrings are older and form an unknown source.

Posted: December 28, 2016

To find out which of these items Hillary Clinton was seen in, take it to the post!

Beyond POW: Faux Fur and Real Curves Thursday: To rock a faux fur, focus on neutral and natural pieces that emphasize your curves.

Outfit: Beyond Tee, Scout Pant, Aspen Vest, and the Crescent Necklace from cabi Fall 2016. Older L. L. Bean Signature booties, which are no longer available. Mindy Cuff from Cents of Style.

Posted: November 03, 2016

Discover more in the post!

Beyond POW: Fiery Femme Fatale Date Night: For a bold, eye-catching femme Fatale look, combine red and with curve hugging black.

Outfit: Beyond Tee and Fiery Skirt from cabi Fall 2016. The shoes are from Target last year, I think. The L&M convertible reversible black and gold handbag or clutch, Midas Leaf Collar from BaubleBar, and Faux gold pearl earrings bough years ago.

Posted: December 16, 2016

For femme Fatale styling tips, strut over to the post!

Versatile Layers for doing it all Saturday: On days where you have too much to do, choose versatile pieces that can adjust with you and add a bright pop for color

Outfit: Beyond Tee, Spacedye M’leggings, Cobblestone Cardigan, and the Chelsea Charm Necklace from cabi Fall 2016.  Black Agate Spike Bead Pendant Necklace and commissioned earrings by Shine Chaser Jewelry. Kady Pointed Toe Lace Up Ballet Flats by Mossimo Supply Co. from Target.

Posted: December 24, 2016

Find out two different ways to wear the Beyond Tee, plus styling tips, in the full post.

Beyond POW: Chic Classy and Faux Fur Sunday Best: Combine rich colors and textures with an elegant draped top for an elegant and sophisticated special occasion look that will make you feel like a million dollars

Outfit:  Beyond Tee and the Duchess Scarf from cabi Fall 2016. Frolic Skirt from cabi Fall 2014 and not available. The shoes are from Target last year, I think. Faux gold pearl earrings bough years ago and an old clutch from Coldwater Creek.

Posted: October 15, 2016

Glide over to the post for elegant styling tips.

Do not forget to check out the Eleven Styling Techniques to Tie the Beyond Tee for a quick review of the eleven styling techniques—eleven different ways to wrap, tie, and work this tee—for a real versatile powerhouse of a wardrobe chameleon!

There are so many great outfits in the POW and such versatility with the Beyond Tee! But, this time I do have a favorite. I adore the elegant Chic Classy and Faux Fur Sunday Best. However, the  Fiery Femme Fatale Date Night and Black, White, and Comfy Manic Monday are close contenders. Which is your favorite?

Check out other Week in Review posts for ways to style other pieces!

Unfortunately, I wrote this after the cabi Fall 2016 season has closed, which means this amazing top is no longer available via the traditional means. It is also such a unique piece that I’ve been unable to find an alternative to suggest. However, if you must have this piece, here are some ways you may be able to get it:

• First, always try your stylist. She may have a sample available, know of another stylist with a sample available, or have other ways to get it. If you do not have one you may reach out to my stylist Joni Allen (via email or phone: 770 502-5243 [call or text]), Leigh Cheatwood-Harris (a friend’s stylist whom I have worked with also and can recommend: email and her site), or find a cabi stylist near you.
• Second, check out resale, such as the Facebook groups or apps that allow people to sell their cabi or ebay.
• Third, wait until August, when the outlets will get the Fall 2016 line and to go or call an outlet to see if they have this. Many outlets will allow you to order over the phone and then ship it to you.

Beyond POW: Eleven Styling Techniques to Tie the Beyond Tee

As we wrap up the twelfth POW, our versatile Beyond Tee, let’s start by reviewing the eleven different styling techniques I showed you to style this amazing top. Which is your favorite?

1) Basic Beyond Tee

1. Put it on the frontwards way with the tag in back for a lower neckline
2. Make sure the tunic and panels are not tucked in
3. Go!

From Beyond POW: Trendy Layers and a New Basic Tuesday

2) Chic Cape

1. Put it on backwards with the tag in front to for a more elegant back and to show off the back treatment
2. Take each panel and put it over the shoulder of the side it is on (left panel over left should, right panel over right shoulder), and let them hang down your back and over your arms
3. Now go some place chic!

From Beyond POW: Chic Classy and Faux Fur Sunday Best

3) Elegant Cape

1. Put it on backwards with the tag in front to for a more elegant back and to show off the back treatment
2. Take each panel and put it over the shoulder of the side it is on (left panel over left should, right panel over right shoulder), and let them hang down your back and over your arms
3. Take the inside corners of each panel and tie them in a knot, then let this hang down your back
4. Now, go be elegant!

From Beyond POW: Chic Classy and Faux Fur Sunday Best

4) Sexy Side Wrap

1. Put it on the normal way, with the tag in back for a lower and more date-ready neckline
2. Tuck the bottom of the tunic part of the tee shirt (not the panels) into your skirt
3. Choose the side you want the tie and ends to be, it is best to do it on the side of the panel that overlaps on top of the two panels (left side)
4. Take the panel on the opposite side (right side) and pull is diagonally across the front of your body to the opposite hip
5. Take the panel on the knot side (right, and keeping it on top of the other panel), wrap it diagonally across your chest to the left hip
6. Once it is at your hip, gather it into more of a tie shape than a flat panel
7. Continue with the right panel, wrapping it around your hip and continuing to wrap it behind you, from your right hip to left hip
8. Gather both panels at the left hip and tie them, letting the ends drape down your side

From Beyond Star POW: Fiery Femme Fatale Date Night

5) Draped Curves

1. Put it on the normal way with the tag in back
2. Take each panel and wrap it around your side to the back, with right panel going to the right and left to the left
3. Cross the panels in back, pulling the right one to the left and left one to the right
4. Bring the panels around to the front
   • Keep the panels at waist level 
   • Keep the panels smoother, not gathered 
   • Check your wrap—the left panels should now be coming around your right side and the right panel around your left side
5. Take the top corner of the bottom of each panel and tie in a knot at your natural waist
6. Let the bottom corners hang down, creating a fun draped look that will emphasize curves while hiding the tummy

From Beyond POW: Faux Fur and Real Curves Thursday

6) Long Vest

1. Put it on backwards with the tag in front for a higher and more professional neckline
2. Tuck the bottom of the tunic part of the tee shirt (not the panels) into your skirt
3. Wear the panels down each side as they naturally fall
4. Add a thin print belt at your natural waist for curves

From Beyond POW: Black, White, and Comfy Manic Monday

7) Long Professional Vest with two options

 Variations on the Long Vest

Open

1. Put it on the frontwards way with the tag in back for a lower neckline, to better display the shirt collar
2. Tuck the bottom of the tunic part of the tee shirt (not the panels) into your skirt
3. Wear the panel down each side in one of two ways: 
   • Closed: Pull the panels closed in front, leaving minimal gap, and creating an almost dress look
   • Open: Pull the panels more apart, creating an inverted V shape that show more of the bottom of the outfit under than the top

From Beyond POW: Working It Long, Lean, and Versatile Wednesday

8) Simple Back Tie

1. Put it on the frontwards way with the tag in back for a lower neckline
2. Take the two panels and wrap each back on its side—so wrap the right on around to your back on the right and left on the left
3. Tie the two panels in back at about your natural waist

From Beyond POW: Versatile Layers for doing it all Saturday

9) Professional Back Tie Wednesday

A variation of the Simple Back Tie

1. Put it on the frontwards way with the tag in back for a lower neckline, to better display the shirt collar
2. Take the two panels and wrap each back on its side—so wrap the right on around to your back on the right and left on the left
3. Tie the two panels in back at about your natural waist
4. Tuck the tunic part of the tee into your skirt, creating a vest type of look

From Beyond POW: Working It Long, Lean, and Versatile Wednesday

10) Hip Tie

1. Put it on the frontwards way with the tag in back for a lower neckline
2. Wear the tee with the tunic part of the tee down over your leggings (or whatever) as a tunic and the panels out and down in their natural state
3. Gather the tunic fabric (not the panels) on one side and knot it high on your hip for a fun look with distinct layers

From Beyond POW: Versatile Layers for doing it all Saturday

11) Double Tie

1. Put it on the frontwards way with the tag in back for a lower neckline
2. Take the two panels and wrap each back on its side—so wrap the right on around to your back on the right and left on the left
3. Tie the two panels in back at about your natural waist
4. Make sure the tunic part of the tee is out (not tucked in) and pull it down over your leggings or whatever as a tunic

5. Gather the tunic fabric on one side and knot it high on your hip for a sassier, slimming take on this tee

   From Beyond POW: Versatile Layers for doing it all Saturday

There, eleven different ways! Did you find any others? If so, please share them below.

I’m amazed at how versatile the Beyond Tee is! It is probably the most versatile piece I own. So, it is perfect for travel; small closets; limited budgets; busy professionals; moms; and busy career moms; and stylish fashionistas of all types! I adore mine, in case you can’t tell.

Unfortunately, I wrote this after the cabi Fall 2016 season has closed, which means this amazing top is no longer available via the traditional means. It is also such a unique piece that I’ve been unable to find an alternative to suggest. However, if you must have this piece, here are some ways you may be able to get it:

• First, always try your stylist. She may have a sample available, know of another stylist with a sample available, or have other ways to get it. If you do not have one you may reach out to my stylist Joni Allen (via email or phone: 770 502-5243 [call or text]), Leigh Cheatwood-Harris (a friend’s stylist whom I have worked with also and can recommend: email and her site), or find a cabi stylist near you.
• Second, check out resale, such as the Facebook groups or apps that allow people to sell their cabi or ebay.
• Third, wait until August, when the outlets will get the Fall 2016 line and to go or call an outlet to see if they have this. Many outlets will allow you to order over the phone and then ship it to you.

Beyond POW: Chic Classy and Faux Fur Sunday Best

Outfit Mission Statement:  Combine rich colors and textures with an elegant draped top for an elegant and sophisticated special occasion look that will make you feel like a million dollars

Sunday Best POW outfits are special occasion clothes for dinning, theater, opera, holiday parties, church, and other such occasions that need something special. The POW (Piece of the Week) is the Beyond Tee from cabi Fall 2016. I show off the versatility of this amazing workhorse tunic tee right off, by showing two slightly different ways you can wear it, which are perfect for a special occasion. For both ways, I draped the two panels over my shoulders. For one way, I left it draped, for more of an open-sleeved look. For the other way I tied a corner of each panel in back, creating a draped cape look. Both ways are elegant and very stylish, perfect for a special occasion.  The lovely draping and flow we get from each style adds a special occasion feel. We can emphasize that with a sophisticated and pretty lace skirt, and a camel faux fur Duchess Scarf (see, it’s even royal), some sexy shoes, gold pearl earrings, and a stunning beaded clutch. Once again, a few elegant and sophisticated additions and we have a classy, special-occasion ready out. The mix of rich, refined colors—plumberry and caramel—compliment the black, and bring class to a tunic tee. Also, the mix of textures—lace, fur, suede—add additional sophistication. The colors, textures, drapes and flows, create a fabulous, striking, elegant special occasion look that will make you feel like a million dollars (and look like it too!).

Tips:

• Mix rich, unexpected colors for a sophisticated look
• Carmel is a great neutral that adds a bit for class to any outfit, plus it is on-trend right now
• When working with a more casual knit, add opulent textures, like lace, suede, and faux fur, to add polish and refinement
• Make a versatile piece work for you, by styling it in unexpected ways, such as draping and tying it
• Add elegant pieces to dress up your special occasion outfit
• For a refined look, limit your pallet to two or three rich colors
• Keep your neutral colors in the majority, with a single pop of a deep, rich color for a sophisticated take
• You can be sexy and somewhat modest at the same time with a knee-length (or longer) pencil skirt and top that dips in the back
• Compliment the outfit by matching your accessories to the color scheme—gold earrings and accents on the shoes to go with caramel, for instance
• When wearing the Beyond Tee in a style with draping in back, wear it backwards, so you get the v-neckline to show off some extra skin in back, further empathizing the back, while presenting a higher, more elegant neckline in front

Outfit Breakdown:

• Top: Beyond Tee from cabi Fall 2016
• Skirt: This is the Frolic Skirt from cabi Fall 2014 and not available. Consider instead: either the Tulip Pencil Skirt  or Floral Lace Pencil Skirt from Ann Taylor or the Scalloped Lace Pencil Skirt by Vince Camuto from Macy’s.
• Scarf: Duchess Scarf from cabi Fall 2016
• Shoes: These are from Target last year, I think. But, Target has some good substitutes: either the Journee Collection Fancy Ankle Strap Mesh Pumps or Piett Ankle Strap Round Toe Mary Jane Pumps both from Target or the Interlux from Aerosoles.
• Earrings: Faux gold pearl earrings bough years ago, consider the Gold Pearl Earrings by chicagolandia, shell pearl earrings by JupiterMoonJewellery (very similar), or Yellow Pearl Teardrop Earrings on Etsy.
• Clutch: Old clutch from Coldwater Creek; consider their current Shooting Star Evening Bagor Art Deco Beaded Clutch

If you would like the Beyond Tee, contact your cabi stylist. If you do not have one, please contact me in the comments or via email, reach out to my (Joni Allen via email or phone: 770 502-5243 [call or text]), or find a cabi stylist near you.

Beyond Tee Styling Technique: Chic Cape and & Elegant Cape

To grace the either of the cape techniques:

1. Put it on backwards with the tag in front to for a more elegant back and to show off the back treatment
2. Take each panel and put it over the shoulder of the side it is on (left panel over left should, right panel over right shoulder), and let them hang down your back and over your arms
3.  For Chic Cape: you are done
4. For Elegant cape: take the inside corners of each panel and tie them in a knot, then let this hang down your back

Chic Cape From the back: Panels draped over shoulders

Elegant Cape: From the back: Panels draped over shoulders and then tied

From the front: Panels draped over shoulders

From the front: Panels draped over shoulders and then tied

Related Posts:

1. Love POW: Just add Sparkles, Fur, and Beads to make it Sunday Best

2. Plaid POW: Sparkling & Flannel Sunday Best

3. Destructed White POW: Pretty in Pink & Pearls Sunday Best

1. Love POW: Just add Sparkles, Fur, and Beads to make it Sunday Best Posted February 07, 2016: Take a pretty blouse and a neutral pencil skirt and turn it into a sophisticated special occasion outfit with fur, sparkles, beads, and mixing a single metal
2. Plaid POW: Sparkling & Flannel Sunday Best Posted February 28, 2016: Turn flannel elegant by adding a dressy skirt and accessories
3. Destructed White POW: Pretty in Pink & Pearls Sunday Best Posted June 19, 2016: Dress your destructed denim up for a special occasion look with fancy, feminine pieces for a pretty, edgy, feminine, and comfortable outfit

Or peruse the other Sunday Best special occasion outfits.

POW 12: Beyond Tee

Are you looking for versatile pieces? Perhaps you want to save money and purchase garments that can work in a variety of outfits. Or maybe you travel a lot and want pieces that can be worn many different ways to save suitcase space. Maybe you live in a tiny house and have only a tiny closet? Or maybe you are a creative type who likes to play with styling her clothes.

Beyond Tee and the Fiery Skirt from cabi Fall 2016. Older target shoes, vintage purse, older earrings, Midas Leaf Collar from Baublebar.

Beyond Tee, Scout Pants, Jasper Crescent Necklace,  and the Aspen Vest from cabi Fall 2016. Mindy Cuff from Cents of Style. Older L.L. Bean Signature Collection booties.

For whatever reasons you may want a versatile piece, I have the perfect versatile piece for you. This may be one of the most versatile garments ever. This garment is a real transformer. I will show you more than seven different ways to wear it, and you might not even be able to tell it is the same piece. Can you in the pictures here? This amazing, versatile piece is the Beyond Tee from cabi fall 2016. It certainly goes beyond!

This fun, transforming workhouse, starts as a spilt tunic design in a soft black knit and can be worn so many different ways! I even put together a video to show you a few! As the POW progresses, you will see many of these in action, and some I did not show because I ran out of days of the week! Join me as I show you how to transform this tunic into a sexy date night look, a playful Saturday ensemble, a boardroom-ready office style, and a terrific Thursday cozy outfit. If you buy one garment this fall, let it be the seasonless, workhorse, transforming Beyond Tee!

Beyond Tee and Zebra Belt from cabi Fall 2016. White Stone Sutton Necklace from Stella & Dot.  Acme Bootie by Crown Vintage sold at DSW.  Stitch Fix Leena Printed Skirt by Renee C.

Join us for out 12th POW, as I rock some curves, tie some knots, and give you more than seven awesome ways to wear the Beyond Tee.

If you would like the Beyond Tee, contact your cabi stylist. If you do not have one, please contact me in the comments or via email, reach out to my (Joni Allen via email or phone: 770 502-5243 [call or text]), or find a cabi stylist near you.