Friday, June 19, 2009

Daily Outfit - 06/19/09

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Today's inspiration calendar called for a maxi dress or maxi skirt. I've had this skirt for a couple of years now and only worn it once - maybe twice. I have to admit this is one of those trends that I think is best left to others. Definitely not the most flattering on me. However, it is super comfy and I don't have to worry about sitting like a lady at my desk. In fact right now I am sitting Indian Style* with no worries!

06/19/09

White V-Neck Tee - Target, $10 (Feb. 2009)
Black Cardi - NY & Co, sale + coupon for $25 (Spring 2009)
Necklace - Estate Auction (Spring 2009)
Turquoise Belt - NY & Co, on sale for $10 (Spring 2008)
Scarf - For Love 21, $8 (Winter 2009)
Black Maxi Skirt - Grandma Judy Collection
Sandals - Target, $24 (May 2009)

*I am aware that Indian Style isn't the most PC to say, so I googled alternatives and found that Criss Cross Applesauce is a synonym. I learn something new every day!

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Thanks so much for all of the great reader questions I have been receiving. I try to tackle a couple of each week and still have some I am trying to get to. In order to make submitting questions, thoughts and ideas that much easier I have added a simple form powered by kontactr to the bottom of the page.

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Also, I will be creating the July Outfit Inspiration Calendar soon, so feel free to submit any ideas that you have for it! Don't forget we would love to have you as a member of the Flickr Group showcasing your inspired outfits also.

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Thanks to Sabrena, queen of the seriously fierce eyeshadow, for this award! I appreciate it very much. Be sure to check out her blog, Shades of Sabrena.

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Also, just a quick Etsy Shop Update - I have added some great vintage scarves that I scored at a recent estate sale along with some rings made from vintage clip-on earrings. More updates will hopefully be coming in the next few days as well.

12 comments:

eednic said...

ya know! i think i have that same scarf but i've never even worn it! i like the way you have paired it here with black, white, and turquoise. the turquoise belt and necklace=TOTES stunning. love them!

Sal said...

I love your take on the boho-maxi-skirt look, lady! I feel the same way about mine - worry about issues of flattery - but dang, it's comfy.

Nothing To Wear said...

I totally agree - love the comfort of a long skirt, but I do feel a little frumpy. But I'm usually too comfy to care :)

Anonymous said...

Smile, I use criss cross applesauce in Kindergarten all of the time. My students understand what it means. I love the outfit!

Becky said...

I just bought a maxi dress a few weeks ago, but haven't found an opportunity to wear it. I could probably wear it to work with a cami and a shrug without much to-do, but I feel it belongs out on the town, not under fluorescent lights. I'm thinking a maxi skirt would be more office-friendly, though. Definitely something to think about. I like how you styled yours!

Milly said...

I dont do maxi dresses or maxi skirt cause i too feel frumpy....but i think you look nice....cute sandals and scarf

bluerose said...

I think you look fantastic. I personally don't understand the association with maxi skirts and frumpyness.

Legal Editor Mom said...

Long skirts in general always make me feel frumpy unless they are super straight and have some sort of split.

In any event, I like this outfit; the belt and necklace especially, and the belt accentuates your small waistline which helps to alleviate frumpiness!

Deborah-lee said...

I find the maxi dress hard to wear. You'd think that since dresses look great that a longer one would be okay .. but no!

The skirt is different though as you still are able to belt in your own hourglass shape. I think it looks good on you. I really love that shade of blue.

Boutique Girl said...

I love those cutie little sandals! Lovely casual yet smart look! Have a great weekend girl!

Diana said...

I love that turquoise belt. I'm personally not a big fan of the maxi dress style, but I think you wear it well here :)

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