When I first picked up this dress I wasn’t sure I loved it. Something about the print just didn’t feel like me – maybe it felt a little too country? The only reason I bothered trying it on was the full skirt.
But when I did try it on, I loved how it looked. And since it was $15, it was easy to go ahead and buy it. Sure, there were some stains from age – it must have been packed between cardboard or something similar that left marks. But I’ve learned that those kinds of stains generally wash out (and they did!).
Photo by Pat Zimmerman.
Fast-forward a couple of years and this has become one of my go-to dresses. Since it’s from the early 1950s, I’ve had to take a needle & thread to it a few times – but it’s worth it! It’s super easy to wear and mix & match with accessories.
This time, I went with cheery summer brights – a pink cardigan (coming on the heels of my last post, it seems I have a thing for pink cardis!), yellow bangles, and lime green earrings.
Bright accessories add pop to a black & white print. (Photo by Pat Zimmerman.)
Then I added some chic patent heels and did what any reasonable girl wearing a full-skirted dress should do – went for a spin!
Love spinning in full skirts! (Photo by Pat Zimmerman.)
Btw, I think sunny days make me giddy . . .
Full on cheese! (Photo by Pat Zimmerman.)
*ahem*
(I’m a serious fashion blogger. For reals.)
Being a serious fashion blogger. (Photo by Pat Zimmerman.)
Anyway . . . What piece in your closet has become an unexpected fave?
Dress: vintage early 1950s dress via Eons Fashion Antique in Pittsburgh, PA
Cardigan: Banana Republic
Earrings: vintage
Bracelets: vintage (yellow bangles) and a gift (silver cuff)
Shoes: Giuseppe Zanotti via The Outnet
Purse: Cole Haan Valise Archer leather satchel via Rue La La
[All photos by Pat Zimmerman.]
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Aw, thanks so much, Megan! I’ve been feeling particularly unmotivated, but your push definitely helps. :) Will get on one I’ve been meaning to put up!
$15 for that dress!?! I would have picked it up in a heart beat! The cut is so fabulous on you, and the black & white print means you can pair it with so many colours! Love it with the hot pink!
xo Jenny
http://www.crazystylelove.com
Thanks Jenny! Yes, I might have been crazy for passing it by – but at the time, I was a grad student and I even had to think about spending $15. It was definitely worth it, though – I wear it all the time!
I’m a fan of the print – especially paired with the colorful cardigan and earrings, I think it makes a statement.
Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com
Thanks Courtney!
I don’t think it looks country at all. It looks very European and fabulous. Super awesome circle skirt!
Thanks Megan! I guess the skirt reminds me a little of bandannas or square-dancing skirts. But anyway, I’ve ended up loving it. :)
You are looking stunning and so cute in this awesome and charming dress.Love for your selection and especially for your effort.So nice and amazing blog.Love you..have a great regards .