When I put this outfit together, I started with the fact that I wanted to mix this dark floral strapless dress, which is actually a skirt, with another patterned item. That’s when I saw one of my favorite shirts sticking out of my closet, that has, up until now, been a little too warm to wear because it is pure polyester and doesn’t breathe. But, seeing that the weather is starting to change and it was pretty windy outside, I thought, why not. The outfit took on a mind of its own after that. On went the leather vest and gray knee high socks, which I have been digging lately. (Thanks Mom!) Lastly, I slipped on my green suede peep toes for a nice contrast. Once fully dressed, I decided a change in scenery for my daily outfit shot would be refreshing, so I snapped a bunch of photos in different areas around downtown. On my way out, I had thrown an alternate pair of heels in my bag before I left and switched halfway through. Which color do you like better? Hunter green or maroon?
All in all, I think the “photo shoot” was a success. I managed to put aside my fears of being photographed while on the street as random people passed by. I figure I’ll never see them again, so why the heck not! The scenery is too amazing in New York to be intimidated by what others might think. I am going to try and take my own advice from now on and use the city as my backdrop as much as I can. And, I would just like to add, that you my dear readers, continuously play a huge part in helping me feel confident about the content I put up on this blog, so let me just say, thanks! xoxo
My Outfit:
Sunglasses: Vintage from 20twenty in Ballard
Earrings: Urban Outfitters
Necklace: Fred Flare
Vest: H&M
Blouse: Thrifted from Beacon’s Closet
Dress: Express
Socks: ? Gift from my Mom
Shoes: Green peep toes—Franco Sarto, thrifted from Beacon’s Closet
Maroon booties—Nine West
11 responses so far ↓
1 liz // Sep 30, 2009 at 10:27 am
maroon! maroon!
2 Carolyn // Sep 30, 2009 at 10:37 am
I love this!!! The floaty dress with the leather- the shirt tied up into the mix….and I love those peep-toes!!
3 Dalena Vintage // Sep 30, 2009 at 10:39 am
I love the leather vest! It’s one of those pieces I could never pull off but you do it well!
4 EmilyKennedy // Sep 30, 2009 at 11:11 am
Wow! Super cute! I think I like the maroon shoes better, but also, I’m really inspired about how you were able to create interesting shapes with these layers. Great post!
5 Chaucee // Sep 30, 2009 at 11:28 am
These are my favorite fall colors :) Gorgeous shoes and dress!
6 H to the Izzo // Sep 30, 2009 at 11:38 am
There is a lot going on in this outift but you look smashing. I think the sunglasses and your glam/messy updo really pull it all together. I prefer the wine colored booties, they pull the pink out of the dress and the suede looks sumptous. I especially like the 1st, 2nd, and 4th photos.
7 Kaylyn // Sep 30, 2009 at 1:03 pm
Im in big heart with this outfit. Big time. I really really love it haha I’m totally digging the maroon shoes with this dress. You look so bad ass but still pretty and fun. I LOVE it.
8 Quinn // Sep 30, 2009 at 1:09 pm
I like the maroon. they stand out more against the gray knee socks. luv the outfit though!
9 Victoria // Sep 30, 2009 at 3:54 pm
Red shoes are heaps better :)
Great outfit as always though. Thanks for the inspiration.
Wish our weather was as nice though :(
10 Allie // Sep 30, 2009 at 4:29 pm
This, hands down, is my favorite outfit to date. I need you to come work your magic in my closet…
11 ljubica // Sep 30, 2009 at 6:55 pm
i’m in love with this outfit.. everything about it is amazing!!
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