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Tuesday, September 9, 2014

The epitome of my style

Sunnies: Gucci (option) | Necklace: Stella & Dot (budget option) | Bag: Foley & Corinna | Top: Express (option, option) | Bracelets: Express (option), Stella & DotSkirt: Express | Shoes: Pedro Garica (option, option)

I swear I just need to share closets with Rachelle because this is another purchase inspired by something I saw on her. This time it was her skirt worn here. I wasn't sure which color I wanted - I was debating between black and grey. I leaned more towards black only because I feel like I have lots of grey in my closet already and not enough black. I know, life choices are SO HARD, right? So hard that I was texting Gina trying to make my decision and she told me I wasn't allowed to buy it in either color unless I went to my closet room and sent her a pic of 2 things I would wear with at least one color. (Seriously, she made me do this. And of course, I obliged.)


I was thinking a graphic tee, a sweatshirt (with tights and boots in the winter), and one of my portofinos (probably worn knotted.) Based on these selections, I decided to go with the black.

I should have saved this outfit for last this week because it's my favorite. What's not to like? Stripes - good! Drapey skirt - good! Peep toe booties - goooooood! (Yes, that's a Friends reference.) I feel like this outfit is the epitome of my style - nothing over the top, simply a handful of classics with a twist, and a pop of color and funk. And the fact that everything is ridiculously comfortable, down to these cork heels, is just a cherry on the top!


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Linking up for: Tremendous Tuesday#AllAboutYouErin and Laura for Trend Spin Linkup, and Stylish Tuesday.

46 comments :

  1. lovely look
    fashionitazbybuiti.blogspot.com

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  2. Haha love the friends reference! I am loving the skirts with that hemline! You look great!

    www.madeintheshadeblog.com

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    1. Thank you so much!
      And I love me some Friends! :)

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  3. OMG the black one came yesterday in the mail, isn't it so comfy. I'm planning on wearing mine a lot and with your help I'll get even more outfit inspo. Didn't even think of wearing it with booties duh...

    xo
    PinkSole

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    1. Even tho it's not fully fall here, adding booties to skirts makes me feel like it is! Thanks for showing me this skirt! Absolutely so comfy and easy but beautiful!

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  4. I have wanted this skirt since seeing it on Rachelle. I like both colors. It looks comfy too. You have such an extensive closet that I'm sure you could come up with 10+ outfit possibilities for both.

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    1. Yes, yes, you are probably definitely right about that! I def lack in the skirt collection most of all though!

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  5. Well, it's not like I made you three custom polyvore outfits or anything but I'm glad I could help you decide. :) And I love this outfit. And I am starting to think of ways I could wear this skirt myself. Aaaahhhhh!!! I might be slipping to the dark side!!
    Gina - On the Daily Express

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    1. It really is a great skirt! I feel like it's up there for me with the boucle mini. And seriously. Soooo comfy.

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  6. Love the look! Everything looks incredibly comfy, even down to the shoes! :-) That's a skirt you will get a ton of use out of...good choice on the black!
    Kellie @ www.ie-style.com

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    1. Yes! It will be the next best thing to leggings come winter- tights and booties/boots plus anything will equal an outfit! I love it!! Thank you!!

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  7. Love this look! So chic and sexy! I want that skirt.

    http://www.kathrineeldridge1.wordpress.com

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  8. I love this whole outfit. The simple necklace against the stripe top, and the detail of your skirt. Lovely pairing all around :). I was looking at the stripe shirt at express, but they ran out of my size (getting teary eye now) so I had to leave it behind :(.

    Kreyola Jounerys

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    1. Booooo!!!!! I hope you cross paths with it one day! At least get the skirt in the meantime! :)

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  9. Really love that skirt!! It's a great basic but the wrap detail makes it so fun too. You look so pretty in this outfit.
    Marta, xo
    www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com

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  10. Digging this drapey skirt- so, so good. Happy Tuesday, doll!

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com

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    1. Thank you!! It's the best! I want to wear it again tomorrow!

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  11. What a fantastic outfit! I love the skirt and the pop of color with the bag. The extra little bling on the shirt is fun, too!

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    1. Glad you agree! I'm really liking this so much!

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  12. Absolutely love this and am thinking of getting one too! You're right, choosing which color would be hard! The drape looks great on you!

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  13. Love the skirt! You styled it perfectly :)

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  14. Great skirt, love the style and those booties are fabulouso!
    from the link up
    please stop by, jess
    http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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    1. Thanks! Pedro Garcia makes the best booties - so comfy.

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  15. That skirt is really cute, and I love the shoes. Great look!

    ~Whitney
    www.whitneynicjames.com

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  16. Such a cute wrap skirt! Great choice going with black...you'll get so much use out of it!

    Robyn
    http://feelgreatfashion.com/

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  17. Super cute look! I love the drapey skirt and the detail on that top. What an awesome friend to make you find stuff you can wear something with before buying! I need someone like that, I have WAY too many things in my closet that I never wear, because I don't have anything to put them with.
    Tiffany
    www.stylestealsandstilettos.com

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    1. I do really try to buy things that I know I can pair with several pieces! The impulse purchases are the worst! I know I ail wear the heck out of this skirt though!

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  18. First of all, your Friends reference is AWESOME. I love fellow Friends fanatics!! "First a layer of lady fingers, then a layer of cream, then beef sauteed with peasand onions, then another layer of lady fingers..." Anyway.. This outfit is so cute. And I love that you had to take picture for what you would wear it with if you bought it. Perhaps I should practice that for self restraint...

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

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    1. Hahaha!!! Yes, I love friends. It's what I watch every night before bed thanks to nick at nite! So happy to see a fellow enthusiast!
      And thanks so much! I loved this outfit a ton!

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  19. The cut of the skirt is so classy. And I can always appreciate a good Friends reference ;)

    Mili

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  20. Love it! I think you will get so much use out of it, it was a great purchase!
    www.amemoryofus.com

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  21. Hi Carylee!
    I love the skirt, I am thinking I could make it work over my bulging baby bump! is it stretchy???
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    Love Lauren xx

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    1. Yep, it's stretchy and definitely worth the try!
      Thanks!

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  22. hey girl! beautiful stylish look! love this skirt!
    I found you through the link up!

    Irene
    www.thedailylace.com

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  23. The Friends reference made me giggle (I heard Joey talking in my head). I love this outfit! The peep-toe booties especially. The skirt is amazing and think I may have to get one for myself! :)

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    1. Yay! I just love friends and I'm glad you appreciate it with me!
      I just ordered this in grey, you need it, too, I promise! :)

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  24. I love those shoes! Absolutely beautiful. Great look all round to be fair!

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