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| dress and flats/ Target | belt/ Nine West via Ross | necklace/ Caroline G. |
This is the outfit I wore to E's birthday party this past Saturday. After seeing how versatile my blue and white striped dress could be, I started hunting for another jersey knit dress that was just as flattering, but in a more neutral color palette. This dress is made of a bit thicker material than the other one, making it perfect for the fall/winter months, but still super comfy. I had no trouble at all running around at the birthday party chasing little ones and making sure everyone had cake.
This dress also made me realize something. As I was trying it on in the dressing room, there was something about it that I just didn't quite like. It turned out to be the fabric belt that came with it. The way it hit me across the waist was not flattering for my shape, plus it was thin and just sort of blended into the rest of the dress (being made of the same material and all). It just was not a good look for my body type. Exhibit A:
This is probably a little sad, but before I started following style blogs, it never occurred to me that I didn't have to just take things as they came off the rack. That there might be some small change I could make that could turn it into exactly the garment I was looking for. (My military vest is a perfect example of me finally learning this lesson.) If I had found this dress before I started reading style blogs, there would be two possible scenarios. 1) I would simply not buy the dress. 2) More likely, I'd go ahead and buy it because it was almost what I wanted, then I would end up not wearing it much because I felt uncomfortable in it.
Thankfully, I knew just what to do to make it more flattering on my body: add a thicker belt at the optimal spot on my waist!
I saw the first pictures before I read what you wrote and I immediately thought what an adorable outfit and that belt is so perfect with your dress! I don't like unstructured belts either. You definitely made this work and it's really flattering! I love your dress, it will be so perfect with layers and boots!
ReplyDeleteLove this look! That belt is a total game changer, love how you changed it to work for you. And that dress will be SO versatile! Love me some Target! Have you heard about the Cartwheel app? Tons of Target coupons that can be used over and over before they expire, and last night I just saw several for shoes, clothes and scarves - 15-20% off! Ahhhh... can't wait to shop for "normal" non-maternity clothes again!
ReplyDeleteMandy
My favorite look of your by far! You look gorgeous! I totally walked my that dress at target, I think I need to go try it on, like now :)
ReplyDeleteI love this dress on you! I was the same way, never realized I could change the look of something at home!
ReplyDeleteThank you! It's really a game changer, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ginny! Can't wait to see the dress on you!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'll have to check out Cartwheel, that sounds cool!
ReplyDeleteHaha! Thank you! I'm excited to wear it with boots once I find the perfect cognac ones! I love black and white stripes with cognac, it's such a cool combo.
ReplyDeleteI never realized this either, until I discovered fashion blogs...duh to me!
ReplyDeleteThis dress looks great on you after your small change!
Amy
Mariposa Medley Jewelry
www.mariposamedley.com
Thank you! The style blog world has been very revelatory for me for myriad reasons, I'm so happy to be a part of it now!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Brynn! Haha glad you enjoyed the little joke with the pictures. :)
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