Okay, I feel like I’ve been talking about weather a lot on this blog lately, but it’s really hard to keep up with these temperature changes! So, today’s look is once again in the “warmer weather” category. I pulled out my favorite “I’m dreaming of a vacation” skirt. This skirt reminds me of Venice with it’s beautiful sketched print, and honestly, who doesn’t love dreaming of vacation??
I decided to get all sorts of snazzy today by belting my skirt in a new way. I know, seriously, call the presses, the Fashion Huntress belts in a new way! But seriously, the skirt is a bit big and I decided that I would put off altering it by belting the fabric lower on the skirt. I actually really liked the effect; necessity is the mother of invention, right? I thrifted this skirt, hence the slightly big fit. I could take it in…but let’s face it, I’ll probably wear it a few more times like this before I get around to doing that!
I kept the look simple with a black top, black and white pumps and my necklace from Africa.
Top: Ann Taylor Loft ($12 marked down from approx $40)
Skirt: Allison Taylor ($16 marked down from approx $70 via consignment)
Shoes: Lula Townsend at DSW ($12 marked down from $79)
Belt: Urban Outfitters ($5 marked down from approx $25)
Necklace: gift from Africa
Fashion Huntress tips:
1) I love consignment and thrifting, especially when I have the time to really look around. Of course, consignment and thrift stores do not have multiples sizes of each piece they have. Thus, you may have to get creative with the fit of a piece. I always ask myself the following questions when I have some sizing concerns with a piece: Can I belt this? Can I do a basic (keyword here = basic) alteration on this? Is the fit close enough that I could wear it without make any changes? If I can answer yes to all of those questions, then I generally get the piece in question. If something is just too far off in terms of sizing, it’s generally not worth any amount of money, especially if you won’t wear it in the end!
2) When wearing something with a very bold print, I like to keep the rest of the outfit simple. Here’s how I last wore this skirt.
This look was a bit more romantic with the ankle strap heels and button down sweater. This time, I opted for a bit more edgy with the black and white patterned shoes and the belting. Both looks, however, are simple in terms of the color pairing to allow the skirt to be the stand-out piece.
By the way, notice how here I did not belt the skirt because with the sweater tucked in, the skirt fit just fine.
Anyone else sporting their favorite transitional outfits right now? What about belting? Are there really that many ways to belt clothes, because I’m thinking there are way more ways than I have thought of- any suggestions?
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Great suggestions for consigning, I love this print on this skirt.
Thanks! Me too! I really loved the skirt when I found it. I think it had only been in the shop for a few days- so I’m glad I found it!! 😉
I understand! This weather needs to make up its mind because I don’t know what to wear, it either too cold or warm haha. I love that skirt and how you paired it with the black top.
-Vogue&Heels
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Right!? It’s so confusing!! But, it’s a good fashion challenge for all of us! 🙂 xo
Really love the skirt! And love how you wore it both times. As the weather gets cooler you could wear it with tights. Great necklace selection! DSW is the best… fantastic sale!
Yes!! I can’t wait to wear it with tights and maybe a longer sweater! I’ll post it when I do!
I love that skirt!!
XOXO
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Thanks!! Me too! It’s so bright and cheerful- and I love the pleats along the top of it- xoxo
That skirt is so cute! I really like the print. I don’t have much variation with belting other than the belt itself. Sometimes if I want to be really fancy I place my belt higher on my rib cage. * a wink.
xo
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Haha!! I know, basically I just swap out belts to change them up, but I’m thinking I could get more creative than that. I’ll put my fashion thinking cap on 😉 xo
Seriously our taste are so similar it’s crazy…..I have this skirt….lol. I think I will be wearing it tomorrow.
What!? You do?! That is too funny!!!! We maybe share a fashion brain, huh!?
Lol….I think we do.
I can’t tell you how much I love that print on your skirt 🙂
The print is one of my most favorite prints that I have – it’s so lovely and reminiscent of travel and vacation! 🙂
It sure is 🙂
I am such a fan of belts. Like, I kind of wear them with everything, even things that probably don’t really need a belt. Haha I blame it on my ridiculously curve-less body – belts usually help me “cheat” a little bit. Actually, I just added a belt to my new favorite thrifted skirt and I think I’m even more in love with it now, if that’s possible.
I’m really loving those shoes by the way! They really remind me of the J. Crew Etta pumps that I’ve been lusting over for the past few months.
xx,
j. parker
I belt everything too! Though generally it’s because I got something that’s a bit like a mumu. For real, wait until you see the vintage dress I’m going to post. It’s legit a mumu from the 60s and needs a belt or it’s really confusing looking. Sigh…and I love J Crew shoes. The Etta pumps are completely fab! xo
great outfit post and I totally agree with you on the weather
Thanks, Sarah! It seems to be leveling out a little in terms of temperature, but seriously, who knows these days!
Love the skirt!
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Thanks, hun! xo
Thumbs up here too..love that skirt! x
Thank you! Me too- I love the print. I pretty much won’t turn down any piece with a print…xo
very beautiful ❤ I am in love with your skirt :))
Me too! I’m glad I found it!! xo
Beautiful skirt. Loved
Yes, I love the print too!! Thanks for visiting!!
I’m going to Italy NOW…because of your skirt. Don’t I wish. I have done some pretty crazy things to make something fit (staples, bobby pins, need I go on) when I don’t have time to get my sewing machine out, so belting in a different spot? Excellent.
Haha! Me too…tape, hair pins…the list goes on. …which is funny because I can sew, but in the morning, I’m normally thinking, “oh look, this belt will solve this problem” and then walk out the door! Let’s face it, it’s all about time saving. If I can get dressed and still make it to Starbucks, it’s a good morning.
i am absolutely in love with your skirt 😀 hoping i could find something similar too 🙂 (though i’ve never really worn skirts ever) 😛 hehe .. and it looks fab with the black top :
It’s funny because I normally feel more comfortable in pants than I do in skirts! Let me know if you find something similar! I’d love to see it! 🙂 xo
Yes I find I end up talking so much about the weather! That skirt is gorgeous. I’m in love with prints at the moment. I have too many solids that I’m craving a little fun to break it all up 🙂
Yes! I have mostly prints and forget I need some solids to break it up! Our closets would probably work well together!!
So cool skirt! Love the fresh look!
Thanks so much!! I like how the belt changed it up from how I wore it last~!
Fabulous skirt!! I agree, the weather has been so hard to keep up with!
Thanks!! It really has been- such a weird transition this year!! But we are making it work 🙂
Lovely Skirtttttttt!!!!! Cool & Chic, like you!
bests, Stella
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Aww, thanks Stella!! xoxo
beautiful skirt! We love both lengths, with the belt and without!
xx Vera & Rony
Thanks, ladies!! I like it both ways as well and will likely just leave the hem on the waist as is for now 😉 xo
Totally love your look. Especially the skirt.
Thanks!! I totally love this skirt- I think it may be the favorite thing I’ve thrifted thus far!! xo
I try to belt everything! It’s sort of a sickness. Anthropologie always has great belts – I snagged a couple from the sale section last week. The skirt is great both ways – such a fun print!
Haha, that made me laugh out loud! I haven’t gotten belts there before. I’d like to see them if you end up posting them! I love basically everything they have in that lovely store….
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I have to join the majority; the skirt is great & the whole look very beautiful.
Aww, thank you!! That is definitely a really fun skirt- the print is gorgeous and the photos don’t really do it justice!
That’s a real pretty skirt you have on; what camera do you use to take your pictures, pls?
Thank you! I use my iPhone, believe it or not! I have the 4S and it takes great photos. I then use instagram or Photoshop to crop and filter the color on the the photos as needed. Thanks for visiting!!
I JUST started getting into belting so this post was helpful. I always thought that having a shorter frame meant a belt would look stupid on me, but its just the opposite! It gives me the appearance of more length.Yesterday I belted a satin-like plaid shirt over leggings and boots. I got a lot of compliments 🙂
So glad it was helpful! Sounds like you’ve totally got the hang of it :)!!
Romantic… Looks really good!