Dressed for: New Twists on Old Faves

by Sally on April 30, 2012 · 15 comments

Already Pretty outfit featuring duster cardigan, neon print dress, magenta tights, Kork-Ease Alva boots

Duster, JNY (no longer available) - similar items
Dress, Soda Blu via Opitzsimilar print size/colorsmore Soda Blu
Tights, courtesy Falkesimilar
Boots, Kork-Ease via eBay (no longer available) - similar
Wrap bracelet, Quince - similar
Earrings, Lulidesigns

I’ve had this printed dress for about 12 years, but its first wearing was about three years ago. In addition to featuring a very loud and bright print, it’s absolutely skin tight AND fairly low cut, so I struggled to find ways to wear it. Once I figured out that I could layer a duster over it and pin shut the neckline, it finally got some wear.

This is the first time that it’s been paired with this particular cardigan, and I felt the wedge boots were ideal for this funky-futuristic look.

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{ 15 comments… read them below or add one }

Natasha Fatah April 30, 2012 at 5:11 pm

I am a sucker for brightly coloured tights. Great dress Sally. :)

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Allison April 30, 2012 at 5:28 pm

SO cute, sweet Sal! <3

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Rosie April 30, 2012 at 5:39 pm

Love this combo, Sal. Such a statement outfit!

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susie c. April 30, 2012 at 5:43 pm

love this look – feminine and funky! :)

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Aarean April 30, 2012 at 6:19 pm

okay um you are TOOOO cute…I LOVE THE COLORFUL tights. love.love.love. Come on over and follow my color blog I think you’d totally enjoy it!

xoxo
Aarean

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Cindy M April 30, 2012 at 7:11 pm

Very cute! A black camisole would look good underneath the dress too.

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Marie April 30, 2012 at 8:52 pm

such a happy floral, can’t believe you’ve had it so long & it’s still so bright and cheery.
Marie @ Lemondrop ViNtAge

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Cindy April 30, 2012 at 9:11 pm

I wear colored sport bras under low-cut dresses to make them more appropriate. I put them on over my regular bra so I get the shaping and support but don’t have to put up with a full underlayer like a tank/cami or slip.

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Terri April 30, 2012 at 9:11 pm

I like the print on the dress and would never have guessed that the neckline was pinned…that’s a styling task I still need to master. Does the dress have long or short sleeves? I’m beginning to grow self-conscious about my upper arms.

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Charlie, Feminine Bravery May 1, 2012 at 4:09 am

Looks great! Pins to the resque!

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Becca May 1, 2012 at 8:14 am

I love love love love LOVE this outfit. Those tights are especially awesome, and are the perfect pop of complimentary colour. And the pattern to your dress is amazing!

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angie May 1, 2012 at 11:25 am

I’ve got a similar dress and I will try and wear it with something black on top. I also like how the tights make it complete.

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Maria May 1, 2012 at 12:28 pm

Love the dress and how the outfit comes together. Reminds me a bit of Desigual designes. Wish they came in plus… But back to you, looking great Sally. As usual, enjoying your blog immensly. Day off here in Uruguay (May Day), so catching up. Chau y cheers, María

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kathy May 1, 2012 at 3:05 pm

Fantastic look for you. You styled it just right with the sweater, tights and boots. This dress length makes you look taller. Isn’t it amazing what certain clothing can do for a gal.

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Audi May 13, 2012 at 3:33 pm

Bad ASS! I can’t believe you’ve had that dress so long; it looks totally current.

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