September 27, 2012
Threesome Thursdays--Striped Pleated Dress
This is one of my favorite dresses of all time. As soon as I saw it, I was reminded of a similar one by Marc Jacobs--one I would never be able to afford. When I saw this one hanging on the clearance rack at Dillards for $30, it was sold.
Today I wore my winning dress as a skirt with a cozy hunter green sweater. Fall has come in full swing up in here. Sweaters and boots it is.
But with my new OTK cognac boots, I wasn't too depressed about it. I've been on the lookout for a pair of flat brown and flat black boots for a while and when Charlotte Russe was having their buy one get one for $15 sale, it was perfect timing.
Also, I got to wear my suede coat for the first time since I thrifted it waaaaaay back in the spring time. I found it for $12 and it fit like a glove. The fabric is in perfect condition too!
Also, even though this dress is certainly twirl-worthy, the above pic was not an attempt at Marilyn Monroe. After I put on my suede jacket, my dress got a massive case of the clingys.
And of course, I didn't have time to pull the usual tricks of the trade--fabric softener, a slip, etc.
As soon as I got to work, Sally and I went to work on Google to try to fix the situation.
I tried them all: safety pins (well . . . paper clips) on the hems, lotion on the legs, wet paper towel on the underside of the dress. Nothing was working.
Strangely enough, though, you know what did work against the static? Febreeze. There was some in the bathroom. I sprayed it on the inside of my dress and *poof* cling-no-more!
It reminded me of my rebellious teenage years--sneaking out to smoke cigarettes and trying to cover up the smell with random body sprays and lotions in mass quantities all over my body. But, at least the dress wasn't stuck to my legs and ass all day. And, I think cucumber melon is a very becoming scent on a grown woman.
Striped Pleated Dress-Gianni Bini; Green Sweater-Target; OTK Cognac Boots-Charlotte Russe; Earrings-gifted
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Your red jacket is awesome and the wide leg sailor pants....awesome-r! I love this look.
I love thrifting. About 80 to 85% of what I own was thrifted. My sis doesn't like thrifting for all the reasons you mentioned but me, I don't mind at all for all the good reasons you've also pointed out. Friends see my wardrobe and think that I have a lot of money to throw away on clothes. I know I don't.
The good thing about thrifting here is that the clothes come from different parts of the world, mostly Asian brands and most of the quality is great.
I love thrifting. About 80 to 85% of what I own was thrifted. My sis doesn't like thrifting for all the reasons you mentioned but me, I don't mind at all for all the good reasons you've also pointed out. Friends see my wardrobe and think that I have a lot of money to throw away on clothes. I know I don't.
The good thing about thrifting here is that the clothes come from different parts of the world, mostly Asian brands and most of the quality is great.
Love the mix of masculine military vest and very feminine pink skirt!
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Serious bragging rights you've got there, Frannie! State Senator! Wow! Kudos to Conner!
Now I've seen a lovely way to style my brown skirt. Cute look.
I wish I knew suggestions to give about Kaden. I'm sorry that I don't.
Now I've seen a lovely way to style my brown skirt. Cute look.
I wish I knew suggestions to give about Kaden. I'm sorry that I don't.
How badly do I want that sweater!! I love it.... I'm now following you by email.
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I've been wanting a white blazer for so long. Love yours. Cute look.
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I understand its good to be responsible about spending money, but when a Giorgio Armani item is that dirt cheap you'll be needing jail to keep me from getting them. Looooove your dress; all the pockets and buttons! it's so fab with the leo shoes.
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Wow, Robin! I love this look! Fab spiked cap! Cute sandals too.
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Love your relaxed look. Acceptance of people from a different culture, ethics, sexuality, color, e.t.c is something a lot of people (myself inclusive) need to learn. I think that it's an individual thing. And is a pointer to how open-minded and humane someone truly is. I think that at first there is the shock to overcome and then if someone is open-minded they become accepting of the other person.
I must confess I did wonder about some of your work outfits, but you're lucky τ̲̅☺ have such relaxed dress code at work. I like the occasional power suit myself but on the regular I don't. Cute monochrome look. Love your necklace.
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Cute skirt. Love the look, Frannie.
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