When: Monday, June 5
Sick kids taking long naps allowed me to snap a quick photo shoot on Saturday. It was 85 degrees outside so the shirt and skirt were not the best choice to be wearing standing in the sun. I adore this skirt! When I purchased it I loved it but it didn't really feel like a "Julie" skirt. So what made me buy it? The twirly factor, the lace, the crinoline, the vintage looking fabric flowers on the waist, and the vintage vibe. I also think it was divine intervention because now almost a year later this skirt is totally me.
I guess I have lost more weight since last wearing it because it was HUGE when I put it on.
Solution: The Chip Clip off of the pretzel bag
This was fantastic for getting the fit I wanted, but not for walking around outside with my neighbors all out doing yard work. I looked rather curious as I walked around my house looking for a shooting location with my back to the house the whole time. If I didn't move this way my booty would have been giving a show.
The inspiration picture included a chambray shirt. I have been trying to stick to NO SHOPPING, even thrifting, so I substituted the chambray for this lovely satin cobalt blue shirt. I like the causal look of the chambray and I have been looking for one for the last 4 months but I don't want to spend the cash right now. On the other hand, while my satin shirt is dressy, it was calling to me for 3 weeks before I purchased it. I had purchased my pink one and then saw this one. I wasn't originally a huge fan of satin but now I LOVE them. Although summer is not the most pleasant season to wear them so I will be packing them away for fall. That is the beauty of living where there are four seasons. I get to put things away and then happily reunite with them the following season.
Here is the pink shirt in action! |
Enjoy!
XOXO,
Julie
Who:Shirt: (Tag is missing) (Goodwill, $1.50, 2011)
Skirt: INC (Macy's, Clearance, 2010)Heels: Dana Buchman (Kohl's, Clearance, 2010)
Here is another picture of my lovely skirt in review:
you look fabulous in this satin, lacy skirt combo, very Hollywood glamorous! :-)
ReplyDeletelove~mongs
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Very cute and sassy, Julie. I think your wedges dress down the satin and the outfit in general, giving that same effortless look in the inspiration photo.
ReplyDeletebeautiful! i love the skirt and the silky shirt is a fabulous substitution. good for you for the shopping ban...i am always impressed by people who can do that!
ReplyDeleteYour skirt is so cute on you. You look perfect for the challenge. Isn't it interesting how our style changes over time. I see mine changing as I am blogging. I also would like to say I like the layout of your blog. Debbie http://thriftygirlvintage.blogspot.com
ReplyDeletelove this lacy skirt! so cute. and that shiny top is beautiful!
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That skirt is gorgeous. I sometimes have to clip clothing for photos too, especially when taking pictures for Etsy so I completely understand!
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Oh-and that necklace you were asking about...There's a hospital near my house that has jewelry sales to raise money for charity and I bought the necklace there!
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Lovely skirt. Serious twirl factor going for it, for sure. I love the fact that you used a chip clip to cinch it (you can never have enough of those to use).
ReplyDeletecute little skirt I see why you have fallen in love with it
ReplyDeleteyour title made me smile
thought of the episode of 30 Rock when Liz used a chip clip in her hair. ha ha
brett
Julie! How exciting is this? I still say that you, Rachel, and I need to get together for dinner and drinks. I sure would have a lot to tell you about this year!
ReplyDeleteLove, LeighAnn :)
You pegged this look........a little tough for us older chickies! I really like the skirt.
ReplyDeleteI am on a year long shopping ban so feel you pain - 150 days and counting!
ReplyDeleteI love the skirt - very ballerina and I too buy skirts based on their twirl-ability!
love
Lori xo
Wow such a pretty skirt! And it looks so good with the berry tights as well... This seems to be the challenge that makes us bust out our pretty skirts :-D
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