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I love stripes. The striped dress is such a classic, versatile piece but it still makes a statement. I really love this Madewell version or this one from J.Crew, but for now my Forever 21 knock-off will have to do. I got it over a year ago, but because it's uncomfortably short I've only worn it a few times. I really only love it over tights or under something else as a top. I might just cut off the bottom and turn it into a shirt, but I'm still deciding.
Dress (as shirt) and Belt- Forever 21, Skirt and Loafers - Vintage
The thing that I love about dresses, especially more form-fitting ones, is that they can double as tops. Though I don't love the silhouette of this dress, I do when it's under a skirt. I paired it with a vintage skirt and another of my Fall favorites- loafers.
Dress- Forever 21, Necklace- c/o Blue Bird, Tights- Target, Boots- Steve Madden
I can't think of a dress that doesn't look good with boots. When I asked for your suggestions one was "dress with boots" and I love this combo. I kept this outfit simple, but added the necklace. A bold, colorful necklace is the perfect way to spice up a plain outfit.
Dress (as shirt), Belt, Necklace, and Cardigan- Forever 21, Jeans- Gap, Shoes- Target
Another way to wear your dress is under jeans. This is a little more difficult because you have to avoid the scrunched up dress right at the tummy look, but it's fun to try something a little different. I also love stripes and trouser jeans together. I would totally wear this outfit as my everyday mom outfit. Minus the gold necklace. Minus the platform wedges. And, maybe minus the blingy belt.
See other One Fall Trend, Three Ways: Booties/Ankle Boots and Chambray Shirt.
You look fabulous in this dress! I understand the "too-short" thing though...if I'm the slightest bit uncomfortable with the length of a dress, I don't wear it often. I've seen a few people wear a dress under a skirt recently - something I had never considered, but it looks great!
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I love how you showed this dress 3 different ways. I always forget that you can just tuck it into your jeans and you have a new outfit. Just discovered your blog. Love it.
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Thanks, Agi!
Deletesoooo cute. love this idea!
ReplyDeleteLove all the looks! I could never wear it as a top, I can barely fit my jeans in the 1st place!
ReplyDeleteI like how you did the belt with the red skirt!
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ReplyDeleteHey - I saw one of those dresses the other day and wondered if I could get away with it for a maternity top. Because it was so long (for a shirt) I thought it would cover my belly, and because it was form-fitting I thought it might not have that "maternity top" feel. Thought it might be a fashion faux pas, but you made my day with your skirt-over-dress, and trouser style!
(not that I'm unaccustomed to making fashion Faux Pas!) :-D
You're quite a woman Morgan! Our lives are so divergent yet so similar in many ways. I knew AJ would appreciate your "almost firepit". We have some of those projects at our house.
I call it "mad scientry" ;-D
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The third look is my fav! Love that it is put together, yet so effortless looking...definitely what I need with two wild little boys running around ;)
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I saw someone wear a striped dress like that with a Norwegian-looking winter sweater over top, and it looked really cute!
ReplyDeletegenius. love it.
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I love when you have a piece of clothing that is so versatile and can wear whole year round. Love your skirt and the loafers. :)
ReplyDeleteLove this- I have one super similar from Old Navy!
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I really love this series ... never stop!
ReplyDeleteYou look phenom.
i have a similar dress and now am excited to wear it! :)
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