Blouse: Banana RepublicPeplum Vest: YSL
Cage Belt: YSL
Leather Skirt: Zara
Pumps: YSL (I know I'm getting boring here, but once again they were the best shoes for the outfit--see how the blue sole matches the vest?)
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Don't let leather's bad girl reputation scare you: leather can be chic and professional, too. A myriad of leather incarnations appeared on the runway for fall: jackets, bustiers, skirts, vests, pants/leggings, shorts, and of course, accessories (just scroll through the runway shows at YSL, Prada, and Alexander Wang for proof).
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I couldn't resist this leather pencil skirt at Zara (score!), which fit me and my wallet perfectly.
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Here I am experimenting (I haven't worn this outfit out). What do you think: is it a DO or a DON'T?
Worn with a Lela Rose top and YSL corset belt
It has a good girl/bad girl vibe about it, don't you think? :)
I love this leather pencil skirt on you!! What a fabulous basic, dear!
ReplyDeleteThe YSL top and the cage belt are TDF! And - leather skirt paired with the Lela Rose top is definitely a YES for me! DOOOOOOOOOOO!!!
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Don't- I think the top+skirt combo makes your bottom half look bigger (and while you are so slim, I think the top would go better with jeans!)
ReplyDeleteHi Thumbelina! I really like the leather skirt and Lela Rose top pairing...black and white go well together, too!
ReplyDeleteYour YSL shoes are so elegant!
I love LOVE love the skirt. And the first outfit is hot. The second one isn't as flattering. Maybe tuck it in and add a vest. For a naught library mix.
ReplyDeleteI love the color of your shirt! The belt is awesome. It looks so pretty!
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Yes, I do like Black/white Lela Rose top combination. Lovely lovely. YSL shoes look so perfect.
ReplyDeleteThanks everybody for your honest opinions!!
ReplyDeleteBoth looks are great, but I like the black and white look better.
ReplyDeleteI agree with anonymous above - I think the combination makes your bottom half look weighty, and I don't think this combination elongates your frame - I kinda feel this is a tall woman's outfit. Don't know if you are tall in real life or not, but you seem petite and this might make you look shorter or more petite in real life.
ReplyDeletethe lela rose top is stunning - i can see how you wouldn't want to touch it, but would you ever consider having it taken up? if the bottom hem hit you around 3-4 inches below the belt, then it would be more flattering, in my very humble novice opinion. though it is so lovely, i can see not wanting to take the risk. the skirt fits perfectly - if i were you (and actually i have a similar size 2 on top 4 on bottom pear shape), i would wear tops whose hems end at the top of your hips to show off the sexy line of the skirt. also really like the contrast of textures, but think the length doesn't work
ReplyDeletealso, love the outfit in top photo - absolutely perfect! i would so wear that anytime
ReplyDeleteGood morning, Thumbelina!
ReplyDeleteOh yes... you definetely have to GO FOR IT!!
Love these petals on the top and I know how much you love your belts!
Suits you so well!!!!
Hihi... had to smile about the "matching fact" of your YSL tribute´s and top. This color is INDEED enchanting ;)...so vibrant and a little bit " like the ocean"... I don´t know why ;)
Happy sunny thursday to youuu!
Beautiful Blessings
Martina
I like longer version of Lela Rose top. Shorten top is going to be plain look. For a perfect dinner date, how about adding a real short cape jacket/shawl on top?
ReplyDeletei love the asymmetric YSL vest! the leather skirt is definitely a staple. just won a vintage ungaro won on ebay :)
ReplyDeleteI love both looks ! Is the Zara skirt the current season, I really wish to get one ;p
ReplyDeleteLittle Fish--Yes, the skirt is from the current collection--it's available now in stores.
ReplyDeleteEverybody--Thank you again for your honest opinions. It means a lot to me. I've decided that the second look isn't flattering and will rethink other tops with it.
OMG AWESOME COMBINATIONS!!! Is the leather pencil skirt from the current F/W season? How much is it, if you don't mind me asking? Gotta check that out at my local stores ;)))
ReplyDeleteTotally love the pair up! You have fantastic taste as usual ;) I can see how much wear you get out of those YSLs and one day, I promise to get them!
xx Adeliet
The brilliant blue YSL vest is BREATHTAKING. Love it paired w/ the leather skirt and the cage belt. I have a leather skirt too but haven't worn it for ages... thanks for reminding me!!
ReplyDeleteI think the 2nd outfit is a do!! The delicate, girly top paired with the tough, edgy skirt is a great combo!
You look so great here. I love the ways you layering the YSL blue vest with a shirt underneath it. Genius!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Saturday,
Nini
Hi Thumbelina!
ReplyDeleteI took your "lesson in fashion" and applied it on my old bridesmaid dress! Thanks for this fabulous idea! =)
The shape of leather pencil skirt is really nice on you look truly beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI'm in love with your skirt!! it just wonderful... It looks great on you!!
ReplyDeleteIt is definitely a DO!! It's a gorgeous pair! Both of the pair are very chic :D
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