6.27.2011

crisis in disguise.

keeping it short today as i'm dealing
with a crisis at the office.

this used to be one of my favorite striped dresses.
it has cute diagonal insets at the waist...but
i've slacked on exercising and have become too self conscious
to wear it.

found an unexpected solution with this crochet top.
it hides camouflages just enough but still allows
the stripes to show thru.
and, of course, i had to throw in some leopard.


36 comments:

Evil Nelly said...

nice! i loved the outfit, great idea with the crochet top! my midsection reminds me of the hindenberg, so....

oooh and lovely nails too :)

hugs
Nelly
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Valerie said...

This outfit looks great on you! I love how that last shot showcases the details beautifully. :) Thanks for dropping by my blog! Will def link up if I experiment on extremes again. xx

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nat said...

baeutiful use of the crochet top, and the belt is great!

crisis avoided :)

natalie
http://lucyandtherunaways.blogspot.com

Unknown said...

Love the crochet top with the dress! This look is so inspirational!...I actually just bought a crochet top recently...

Rosalia :)
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Siena in Style said...

i love your combinations!!
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Gertrude said...

The crochet top looks so lovely worn with the striped dress!

Jackie said...

This is a super cute dress along with the crochet! <3

riestya said...

what a lovely outfit <3
i love it :)


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roberto syrious said...

totally love this outfit!!
amazing leopard belt!
nad lovely bracelets!
super lovely blog!
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AlbeeLucky said...

I love the mix of textiles and prints. You look pretty in this outfit. The third photo made me smile, you're all about details. I admire all the thought you put in each and every one of your posts.
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Style Journey said...

I love the crochet top paired with the stripes and leopard. All the textures are really fun. Your necklace is pretty awesome too!

Juanita said...

Those peep toe shoes are divine!

Cel said...

Oh noes, office crisis, those are never fun. The crochet top did the trick eh? I've a mind to ask my mother to crochet me a top or two... she's always asking if I'd wear a thing or other if she made them.

Pieter said...

Looking F a b u l o u s! :D
As always ofcourse!

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Rachel - Notes from my closet said...

I love this combination! :) looking gorgeous! :)

Love, vanilla

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Jamie said...

Leopard and stripes are my two favorite things together and this is no exception. I LOVE this dress and the combo with the belt is perfection!

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the nyanzi report said...

great styling here. i love the outfit.

Marlee said...

Brilliant fix! You look so adorable! New follower from the Tuesday blog hop :).

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SpryOnTheWall said...

Love the way the stripes and crochet mix - creates a really cool pattern/texture!

district5 said...

;) funny with the different colored nail polish ;)

Christine
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Pam @ over50feeling40 said...

You look ready to deal with a crisis...hope all goes well!

Anonymous said...


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Bonnie said...

Gorgeous outfit. I love the way you changed the look of the skirt. I think it's great. :)
I'm sorry to hear about your crisis at the office yesterday. I had plenty of those a couple of weeks ago, so I feel your pain.

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Unknown said...

great solution!! it looks really great, and i love how the belt gives a little touch to the outfit!

laura said...

Firstly, i love that crochet top! I have to get myself one of those... probably next summer! Or maybe I can make myself one. MAybe not! hahahaha.

♥ laura
the blog of worldly delights

Bronzed Humanity said...

You look so cute! Love your nails!
xx
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Blue Vanilla

james said...

loving the last photo! and as always, youre looking so pretty!!!

Anonymous said...

This is a nifty solution. I really like the irregular pattern in the crochet.

soapymermaid said...

gorgeous outfit! lovely manicure..

JennaStevie said...

i am such a huge fan of this crotchet top on you!! And especially with that striped dres sunderneath, its so good. Love your nails too :)
xJennaD

Bre said...

I'm sure why you are self conscious. You are beautiful and have a rockn' body. Anyway you look hot even with your cover up!
Cheers,
Bre

Tiffany said...

I love the addition of the picture with the nails and "oomph". =) You really look fabulous and have nothing to be self-conscious about!

Kastles said...

I love this look! I am going to have try this with my crochet top. I am sad to hear about the bird. I hope that you have a wonderful long weekend!
<3 Kastles

lawyerdoll said...

The combination of stripes, crochet, and leopard is unexpected... and looks amazing.

ewita244 said...

love your outfit, specially the white crochet top, its really girly and stylish the same time

xxx
ewita

Baby Budget Blog said...

Loving that overlay! The stripes are of course a no brainer in style and loving the shoes!

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