It is the first day of July today, which means only 4 more days until my birthday. Eeep. I have some fun plans for my birthday: hanging out with a bunch of girl friends downtown, eat dinner at Ted's Montana Grill with my family in the evening, and perhaps watch a movie with my sisters that night [or an episode of Doctor Who].
Anyhow, onto today's outfit which has a vintage 1950s feel to it. Would you believe it, but this was my fourth outfit that I tried on when getting dressed this morning. Yeah, it was one of those days, but it came out alright in the end as I went with a 1960s/early 60 inspired outfit, since I've been listening to the music from The Help soundtrack almost nonstop this past week.
What I'm Wearing
Crocheted Lace Tank Blouse -- Liz Claiborne via Thrift Store [$8]
Circle Skirt -- Made by Me [post]
Sandals -- Target [$16]
Red Satchel Bag -- Forever 21 [$19.80]
Earrings -- Charming Charlie [$3]
Monogram Necklace -- c/o ONecklace
Lipstick -- Revlon in Love That Pink
Nail Polish -- Essie in Bikini so Teeny
It has been about a year, or so since I've pulled out this circle skirt to wear. Mostly because I wasn't sure if it still fit me, since I have gained some weight within the past year [mostly because of some medication I'm on] and not all of my clothes that I have sewn fit me anymore, and neither do my actual vintage clothes [which is sad]. But this past week, I tried on every piece of clothing I own to see what I wanted to keep, and what to toss/donate since I want to get rid of everything I'm not in-love with. *smiles* Also, it is nice to know that now everything that is still in my wardrobe does fit me, and that I love everything. I highly recommend that you go through your wardrobe several times a year, if you are really into fashion & shopping [like me]. As I have gotten rid of several bags of clothes this past week, and I was able to sell some of it to a local consignment thrift store [but they didn't take all of it], so now I'm wondering what to do with the rest, since right now it is all sitting in my car. Anyone up for a "shop my closet" sale on FB or Instagram?
~Ashley
Aw! How cool that you've pulled out this skirt again :) And I would never have noticed you'd gained weight. I think you look wonderful :)
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I'd love to see some of the vintage items that you have if you are getting rid of any! :)
ReplyDeleteYes. Would totally shop your closet :)
ReplyDeleteYour outfit is gorgeous Ashley! I'm a July birthday too...happy almost birthday! :) I've watched The Help, and love the film, but really need to read the book.
ReplyDeleteI'm actually getting rid of a lot of clothes and ordered a bag from Thred Up to see what they will take...whatever they don't take they donate, so it seems like a win-win to me! I'd definitely check out a shop my closet if you did one, though! :)
The skirt looks beautiful on you!
ReplyDeleteI really like The Help movie, too!
ReplyDeleteThe colors, the print, and the shoes in this outfit have fun vibe and are a little bit quirky. Cute!
Ireland
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I'm loving the twirly circle skirt!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to see what else you have in your closet sale, Ash (especially since I LOVE my new Anthro shirt. :). Your outfit is adorable!! I absolutely LOVE your necklace... I've been looking for one like that, and the one you have is perfect!
ReplyDeleteLove ya!
xoKay
Oooh, pretty outfit. I especially like the skirt. It does remind me of the 50's and 60's!
ReplyDeleteI love this! Its really beautiful. i'm so happy because my mom said she'd check out your facebook for me:) ~ heaven
ReplyDeleteLove your outfit Ashley! I've always adored that skirt of yours, and the pairing of it with the lace tank is just perfection!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!
Brigid Boyer