You might remember me wearing this dress a while ago and talking about altering it. Well, I did, and here is the in-between result! I think I'm going to shorten it just a bit to just covering the knee, and I might take in the bodice a bit more. My alterations often happen slowly but steadily! As you can see, I took a stab at wearing socks again too. I think I'm getting better at this but I'm probably just getting used to the look of it. It's all in the mind, people!
I attended the Forever21 opening in Antwerp yesterday (for pics, just visit my post on the Brussels opening, the store looks virtually the same but bigger and with men's and plus size dept). We got a giftcard of 50 euro to spend on lovely stuff at the shop so I prowled the (HUGE shop) like I was on a mission, which surely, I was. I ended up getting a lovely mustard cardigan with elbow patches, a lace look knit top, a denim midiskirt with a patchwork effect stitched in and a very cool knit sweater in blues and reds. Also, two headbands with cute little bows. Yeah, I went a bit crazy, but I hardly ever shop at highstreets anymore and these were all pieces I know I'll be wearing a lot: I LIVE in midi skirts and cardigans and I had been looking for some lovely bow headbands and a lace top to suit my fancy since forever so I don't feel guilty! I'm sure I'll be going back, the prices are just a bit lower than at H&M and there is just so much choice. Sadly, not the epic F21 chunky mary janes, but my chance will come! Full outfit coming soon :-)
Fall has totally set in over here. Two nights ago I was so cold I needed to put on my flannel pajamas and snuggle up to my boyfriend and there are already yellow leaves on the ground. Strangely, even though I have been bitching about summer being a total suckfest, I am looking forward to fall. I can't wait to layer my little heart out and go for warm oranges, browns, blues and mustards again. Summer was a let down, but the transitional seasons never let us down! Fall won't be surprisingly dry and warm, I'm sure. Ha!
dress: T2 vintage
socks: H&M
headband: don't remember
shoes: traded with friend
And because I am me: foodporn!
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And because I am me: foodporn!
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I have no idea what that tasty little thing is but it seems to involve custard and powdered sugar, so I am down. I think just below the knee would be a good hemline for this dress on you.
ReplyDeleteLove how the dress turned out! :D
ReplyDeleteAnd wooohooo for free stuff at Forever 21, sounds like you picked great pieces :D
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YUM is that a cream puff?? Also I'm envious you can alter your own dresses, I always have my mom fix up all my vintage goodies. I'm a fan of the color and print of your dress, I can see you layering it up for autumn too.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colour on this dress, I love the pattern too, very unique. Im excited to see what you finally end up doing with it. Also excited to see your new pieces!
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Linda! I love the result. Amazing dress. Like this. Kisses from Brazil ~.~
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I think your idea of shortening the dress sounds perfect! I think knee length is just right. I'd love a sweater of my own with elbow patches for fall too. :)
ReplyDelete-Courtney
Haha dat zou keigrappig (en awesome) zijn als de herst zich nu plots als zomer zou gedragen. Denk dat er dan niet veel geklaagd zou worden :)
ReplyDeleteloveee the dress! love the details and i think it looks better altered. the length is fit is just perfect on you!:)
ReplyDeleteI so love the colour of this dress on you.
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Yum! Tasty last photo you have there. I love the way you styled this outfit, that ring is adorable and those shoes are the perfect touch.
ReplyDeleteNice job altering, the hem looks perfectly straight! You can honestly pull this off at any length :)
ReplyDeleteLa Petite Marmoset
The color and print on that dress are so pretty. I think the alterations look great!
ReplyDeleteLeuke schoenen!!
ReplyDeleteen yumyum, in zo een berlijnse bol heb ik ook wel zin!!
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oh, die laatste foto doet me nu echt wel smachten naar iets lekker zoet.
ReplyDeleteik zou de jurk inderdaad nog wat inkorten, zelfs tot boven de knie, ziet er wat frisser uit dan.
yummm god that pastry looks amazing. You look great, love the print on that dress! xx
ReplyDeleteYou look so sweet! I love the dress. That pastry looks so delicious. Wow. I cannot wait for fall over here!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful dress! And I love the oxfords with it. Look so pretty on you!!
ReplyDeleteVery nice. I love the shoes with it. I remember what it looked like before, I believe!
ReplyDeleteNot sure what the alteration is but I think the dress is very pretty & feminine in both pics! Did you know you posted what looks like the same creamy roll in both? So fun! Love the booties & you look great with high socks, def all in your head! Hope things are going better with your father, positive thoughts still going that way.
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