I really love Vanessa's use of coloured tights. Check out her blog for a mixture of colourfull outfits,textures and ways to wear bright tights with your outfits.
Lisa x
Who: Vanessawriter/shutterbug/ cheapskate
What: Style diary
When: Almost daily
Where: N. Michigan
Why: I'm a frugal, small town, plus sizer with a penchant for plaid, pattern mixing, pumps, bold colors and big earrings. The challenge: Look snappy and stay savvy in $100 outfits from a town with few shops.
http://snappyandsavvy.blogspot.com