Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Lavender Pleats


1) I saw this skirt on a fellow blogger, Nancy @ Adore to Adorn and I had to have it! It's so perfect for Spring and the lavender color is just beautiful! My only complaint...it's a little staticy, but I've already found a solution thanks to Wiki:)!  2) My shoes. I spotted them on Zara.com about a month ago. I waited and waited. Do I really need them? How often can I wear them? Finally, I decided to purchase them. I needed a brown pair of shoes and this pair was versatile enough to wear with skirts, shorts, jeans, etc. Hope you like this look! Have a great day:)!

Denim Jacket - Urban Outfitters (Similar one here or here) ; T-shirt - Nordstrom (Exact one here) ; Cardigan - Target (Similar one here) ; Skirt - Forever 21 (Exact one here) ; Heels - Zara (Exact one here) ; Necklace - Francesca's (Similar one here)

103 comments:

  1. that skirt is beautiful and what a beautiful color on u :)

    XO Meghan

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  2. now i think i need that skirt! this look is spot on, girl!

    -natalie-
    thesecondbestblog.com

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  3. That skirt is SO pretty! I might have to buy one for myself!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  4. So cute! I love this with the cardigan and denim jacket! This skirt is very hippie chic and you are wearing it perfectly!
    Ginny
    mynewfavoriteoutfit.blogspot.com

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  5. I love the colours! :D Looks like it's summer over there whilst it's super cold over here haha. Love the jacket :)

    Great post!

    XO
    scribblesofvalerie.blogspot.com

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  6. This is amazing! I like long skirts and this jacket... beautiful ;)
    musliwithmilk.blogspot.com

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  7. Love the skirt! Your hair looks so pretty!

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  8. great skirt, so lovely!
    follow?
    http://lifestylenotesbyaf.blogspot.com/

    xoxo

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  9. You look so beautiful, lovely hair:) xx A.

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  10. Oh how fresh is this color!? I adore this entire look. I wish I could see a profile of the shoe? Please? next post perhaps?

    This is so glamorous and chic, yet not fussy. You nailed it!

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    1. I will definitely try to take a profile of the shoe next time:)! Thanks Shon! Btw, Zara should have a profile...just in case:)!

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  11. Hi Rita, how stunning are you! I love the skirt it is so pretty for spring, and those shoes! You know I've been eyeing those Zara shoes for way too long myself. Sorry I don't visit as often as I'd like to, life gets kind of hectic sometimes. I usually don't start writing my own blog posts till midnight. I just checked out your youtube channel and girl you can sing! Anyway back to these pictures, I love the first one with the grey cardi. It's such a pretty and soft look and one that suits your personality perfectly. THink I may need to buy that skirt myself too. Hope your week is off to a great start.

    xx Jenee C.
    {camo meets couture}

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    1. Thank you so much for stopping by Jenee:)! Means the world to me! Really appreciate the kind words! I love the shoes, but I will say that they are a tad too high...which makes them kinda uncomfortable!!

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  12. You look so gorgeous! I love the look of maxi skirts on other people, but I can't seem to find one that isn't crazy long on me. Your lavender version is stunning and so pretty!

    Alyssa
    The Glossy Life

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    1. Hey Alyssa! This is actually the first time in my life (I think) that I'm wearing a maxi skirt! I always find the length awkward too and I have a hard time styling it! You should be good with this one though:)!

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  13. Love this outfit so much - so pretty! I may just have to get this skirt too :)

    Megan
    budgetfashion101.blogspot.ca

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    1. Thanks so much girl! Would love to see how you style it! :)

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  14. Love this skirt! Looks adorable.

    Pia
    pjmscloset.blogspot.ca

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  15. Beautiful!! I have the same skirt in peach!! I love it! It looks so warm and sunny there! I am super jealous! :)
    -Adrienne. xo

    http://sending-postcards-home.blogspot.com/
    http://sending-postcards-home.blogspot.com/

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  16. Beautiful, so spring ready, but the weather is not! I'll be looking to purchase a long maxi skirt for this spring/summer too! Thanks for the comment on my last post, I love royal blue on me!

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  17. you look so pretty here -- those soft colors look lovely on you! xo

    allthingsprettyandlittle.blogpspot.com

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    1. Thank you so much! That would be awesome! I will head on over to your blog!

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  19. Great choice with the shoes! I am in need of a new pair of sandals for spring. I'm sure my husband would disagree, but still. Love this look! Your hair is so pretty too.

    Amy

    Fashion and Beauty Finds

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  20. teach me how you tie your belt like that!! please :)

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    1. Hi Chelsie! It's really easy...I will try to do a tutorial one day:))!

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  21. What a gorgeous skirt! I absolutely adore this look <3

    Rachel’s Lookbook

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  22. I love it!! I've been wanting a long maxi skirt too:) Those heels are just gorgeous!
    xoAmy
    www.dreamingincashmere.com

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  23. Gorgeous skirt! Love the pleats & color. This is making me wish even harder for Spring as I look at the winter wonderland outside my window.

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  24. Amazing skirt :))
    I follow you, follow me :))

    http://ivanafashiongirl.blogspot.com/

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  25. Love the skirt AND the shoes! Great finds. :)

    xo
    See Mo Go.

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  26. We love this skirt. Nice outfit!

    xoxo

    http://fashionbohem.blogspot.com.es/2013/02/little-talks.html

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  27. I love everything about this look! I've been on the hunt for a denim jacket for so long, but haven't had any luck yet. Also, I am a sucker for purple so I'm incredibly tempted to buy that skirt. Besides the static cling you mentioned, how much do you love it? Do you see yourself wearing it a lot? I'd really appreciate your feedback! Thanks!

    Kate @ A Journey in Style

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    1. Hi Kate! To be honest with you...no...I probably wouldn't see myself wearing it a lot. I have a hard time styling maxi skirts/dresses in general. This particular one happened to work with the shoes I was wearing, but I don't know how it would look with flats (sandals or closed toe). I haven't tried it yet so I don't know. I'm sure it will come in handy during the spring and summer. But it depends on your style. I'm always more comfortable in a pair of jeans;)!

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  28. That statement necklace with denim jacket is perfect...might copy you ;)

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  29. Great colors! LOVE your skirt!

    xo
    Melissa
    http://sweetstylesbymelissa.blogspot.com

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  30. this skirt is so gorgeous - love the shade of purple!

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  31. that skirt and those shoes are so pretty!

    kisses xo

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  32. love the purple maxi!
    xoxo
    Kareena

    http://losangelesbrunette.blogspot.com/

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  33. LOVE this look! It looks so amazingly comfy, yet so cute. That color is perfect on you too!

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  34. The shoes are too cute, can't wait to see all the ways you wear em! Pretty color combos with the pink and blue :) So spring ready

    Mili from call me, Maeby

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  35. Perfect mix of feminine and edgy. Love everything about this look!

    xoxo,
    La Petite Gigi

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  36. Looks great!
    www.rsrue.blogspot.com

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  37. Love a good pleated maxi- and this color is absolutely perfect for spring!

    Found your blog via the Lucky Community- such a pretty space. Keep in touch!

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com

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  38. Oh my word. That skirt! Stop it. The color, the pleats, the length. So beautiful on you, and so spring-y! Love it. And the jean jacket was the perfect piece to pair it with, making it nice and casual. Love your outfits!

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    1. Stop it lolll! Loved your comment! Thanks so much girlie!

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  39. Look at my beautiful friend, holy molly first of all your curly hair looks so rawrrrr secondly how femine yet playful is that pleated skirt in that absolutely girl chic lavender colour. Seriously that is the most beautiful colour I have seen in a long time. I want to have it in my closet too, I think you should put it in a package and send it to me hehehehe ;-)Well and if you do so just add the multi strap heels in it too :-D the design is really unique and eyecatching. I was wondering how the look from aside and clicked on the link. They look pretty high, I would probably walk in it like a stork :-)

    Thank you for your well wishes my sweet Rita, you are the best. It's time to make another music video, I have kinda withdrawings hearing your beautiful voice :-) JUST SAYING but I know you are bussy with work so maybe I am just patient and wait :-)

    ani
    www.fleurani.blogspot.de

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    1. Done. I will ship it in the morning:)! Ani I would love to see you style this piece! LOLLLLL YOUR STORK COMMENT WAS SO FUNNY!!!!!! I feel like I'm walking on stilts in these shoes! Stork is the perfect description! They are HORRIBLY high! I CANNOT WALK IN THEM FOR THE LIFE OF ME! But damn are they beautiful. As they say, pain is beauty:)! I will get working on a new video soon! Love ya girl!

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  40. I never thought I could love pleats so much! And that color looks perfect on you. xx. McKenna Lou
    p.s. Huge giveaway on the blog today! Check it out here: www.lynnandlou.com

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  41. That skirt is so gorgeous on you, love the colour and pleat detailing.

    SDMxx
    www.daringcoco.com

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  42. love your look so much! the skirt and the necklace are awesome
    xoxo
    straplessandpeeptoesmgj.blogspot.com

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  43. Absolutely beautiful skirt! Love the color and the style is perfect for spring! Great styling job with that statement necklace and denim jacket!
    <3
    katsfashionfix.blogspot.com

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  44. I adore that skirt!!so pretty
    kisses from Milano
    http://sienastyle.blogspot.it/

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  45. That maxi is soooo pretty!

    www.kacieskloset.blogspot.com
    www.daisyraeboutique.com

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  46. Lavender looks just gorgeous on you! Great Spring look. Thanks for sharing!

    xoxo,
    Chelsea & The City

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  47. Great pastel colors! Love our blog - glad I stopped by!

    Sarah

    www.stylesarah.com

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  48. Love this skirt! It will be perfect for spring and I am sure you will get lots of use out of it!

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  49. That lavender color is sensational! Forget about the emeralds and the teals..this is definitely a great, Spring color. I did click on the link to the other blog of the person who styled this skirt. I like how you styled it better because the other colors involved in this outfit all complement the lavender color and are very appropriate for Spring. The lavender skirt looks washed out with all the black on the other person, but that's just my opinion. If it were red or a bolder, brighter color..I could see how all black would work..but this color is too delicate for such a harsh/bold color. Love the heels, good judgement call on getting them! And your hairstyle is great. It's nice to see you experiment with different hairstyles. The soft curls are very appropriate for the rest of the outfit.

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    1. Carmen I love these heels, but holy cannoli...I feel like I'm walking on stilts! Ha! They are way too high! It's worth the pain though:)! Btw, I find it so hard to style maxi skirts/dresses...I don't know why! It's just one of those pieces...the length always feels awkward to me and they don't really suit me! Anyways, I really appreciate your feedback (always:))!

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  50. girl this color looks amazing on you. I always love maxi skirts on others but don't think I could pull them off. You look so ready for spring - I'm very jealous

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  51. I love the color of that skirt - it's so pretty and perfect for spring! Looking forward to some warmer weather :)

    elle [wonderfelle world]

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  52. Beautiful look! Hair is gorgeous, shoes fabulous!

    xo Lulu
    simplylulustyle.com

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  53. This outfit is AMAZING. There is absolutely nothing wrong with it. I love the pleated maxi and the colour just makes me so happy. Wow, I really love it
    ~Andrea
    www.wearitbetter.com

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  54. Lovely color of your pleated skirt my dear! So love it! :) Pretty! You also look gorgeous with this outfit. Simply cute :)


    Hope you can visit me again dear :)

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  55. Ohh you look so cute and definitely spring appropriate :)

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  56. Thank you SO much Terry:)! Means a lot to me!

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  57. Rita, you look beautiful! That skirt is perfect for spring! I can see from the comments above that the sandals are not ideal in terms of comfort, but they are certainly gorgeous! I seriously wish shoes would come in both 3 and 4 inch heel options... I would seriously pay extra to be able to get some shoes with a slightly lower heel!

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    1. Stephanie you are so right! I would do the same! I'd be happy with a 3 inch heel or maybe even something with more support on the arch. Some people were born to wear heels....I'm not one of those people! I'm kinda pigeon toed and walk inward, so trying to walk like a normal person in heels...well, it's out of the question! Yes, they are gorgeous, but the arch/heel is too high. But....I guess it's a sacrifice I'm willing to make:)! Thanks for your feedback!

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  58. :) Im following you for a long time :)

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  59. You look incredible. I love the skirt, the color is so pretty!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  60. I'm so obsessed with this look! The color of your skirt is Gorgeous (couldn't be more perfect for spring), and I love how you styled it!

    ~Jacy

    www.laviedelenore.blogspot.com

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  61. this post makes me think that summer is almost here! i love maxi skirts and you pull this one off so well! i love how you put it together with a simple denim jacket and let the skirt shine!

    xoxo...beth

    www.fashiondotnow.com

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  62. I love your maxi!!! Love the mint green and pink together!

    Xo,
    Rachel Ashley
    http://fashionablyliving.com

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  63. Maxi skirt yeaahh!!! Looks beautiful!

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  64. Gorgeous!!! I adore your skirt!
    www.shannonheartsblog.com

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  65. I am in love with the model of the skirt! Great piece :)

    http://sanjaburgundy.blogspot.com/2013/03/silver-me.html

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