Not so relaxed pencil and t-neck

It is close but not quite the look. I am adding a few more WIW that I took but haven't posted.

1. I have had this MK skirt for years. It is a ponte knit and super comfortable. I added the BR t-neck, black striped tights and tall boots to make it a monochromatic look. The black pearls seemed to be right to tie in the skirt and sweater. Or not.

2. I work in a tourist trap...ummm...tourist venue... and popped in at a shop last week to look at a sweater. I ended up buying this one. The next smaller size fit better from the waist up but this one was better in the hip area. I put a coordinating tank under it, ON sweatheart jeans and my Earthies oxfords which are super comfy. Is the sweater a winner?? the taupe background isn't my best color but I love blue and the zip has nice detail.

3. I bought this top at zara in TO. I also got it in white. Also with the ON jeans.

4. I saw this dress on a blog and really liked the texture (it may not show in the pic). I ordered it thinking it would be longer since they are usually at least 4" closer to the knee on average people as compared to the models. It is SHORT but I thought that might work to de-stumpify the bootie without dark tights look. This is in fail territory but I like the jacket and belt. LOL

Critique welcome.

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9 years ago

Quietgirl

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Chic, chic. I especially love 2 and 4!

bj1111

number fooooouuuuuurrrrr is my fave. the light color tights make it less harley mama, more urban(e) dweller. LOVE.

#3 works particularly well too as a deceptively simple outfit. everything fits really well. great proportions.

the leopard in #1 is enough of a neutral that it doesn't need to be tied in. the pearls are a bit conservative in this context. i would prefer an updated long pendant if you choose to wear anything.

Anonymous

Nice pieces Cheryle! I don't think the dress is too short -maybe for sitting it would be, but for evening. dinner out etc - it looks great on you. And I would leave your hosiery as is- the nude tone is perfect here. Those jeans are so perfect for you - I think that every time you post a pic of them:) And.....what tourist trap, oooops, site do you work at??? I like that sweater on you and think is blue/taupe mix is just fine.

Sal

A good week!

I think 4 is great, the whole look is stylish and it makes a statement.

I think that the necklace on 1 is distracting, I would prefer it without one. The boots are really great on you.

Dee

Active Member

I like all the looks, including 4. I think a necklace is a good idea in 1 and I think the pearls are fine though a less conservative one would be a good substitue if you have one. To me, the necklace is not necessarily to tie in the skirt, but rather to break up the top.

cheryle (Dianthus)

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Yes, you are right Dee. I think I added the black pearls more to break up the chest than to tie in the skirt. I have a few pendants in white metals and could have subbed one.

Lisa, I work in Johnson terminal at the Forks.

krishnidoux

Love it all! Especially 4!
I'm studying 1 and 4 in a row to try to find out what it is that makes 4 so harmonious, and 1 more casual.
It's not that I don't like 1, but after seeing 4, 1 now does not look as good. Why?
Analyzing 1:
I immediately think it's because of the skirt: it is a bit too square... or not enough of it is shown. How about wearing a top tucked?
I also think the top is a tad too long: it's not too long by itself and with other things, but in this particular combo, after seeing how striking you can be in a skirt/dress, it seems to me the proportion is a bit off in 1, and that the top stops too low.
Long boots, on the other hand, are perfect perfect here. They really elevate the outfit and the skirt.
Have you tried this same skirt with a tucked in button down shirt?
Analyzing 4:
It's the booties... the structured jacket... defined, square shoulders... defined waist...
You have a beautiful figure, to die for. Show it off!

(After reading the comments I agree that the necklace should go. It unnecessarily weighs down the outfit, which might look completely different without it).

Suz

You look wonderful. I love all of these, but I'm especially wowed by #3, maybe because it's a beautiful monochrome look after my heart. Which Zara top is that? Do you have it in Finds?

#4 is fantastic. It's strong, simple, and unique. Love the hardware mixed with the elegant dress.

In #1, you are once again Lady Long Legs in those gorgeous boots. Love the pattern on the skirt.

Kristin L

All of your outfits look great. I love the top in #3 as well! And #4 is perfect.

Carole

Fab x 4, dianthus! I especially love the blouse in 3 ..super flattering neckline, color and well everything! And 4 is a great dress and the length looks perfect to me...you must be tall...look at your long gorgeous legs:)

Sara L.

My favorite is #1 - I really like the monochromatic look. The necklace looks good to me. I think the length in #4 is fine but I like shorter skirts than many on the forum.

Jaime

Isn't it interesting that everyone has a different favorite? I think that means they are all terrific. FWIW I pick #3!

jackiec

So true how everyone has a favourite! Mine is #1. I love it all. Your legs are miles long...

Angie

Fashion Stylist

I love #4 actually, although you may find it short when you sit down because the skirt is tight. I love the booties and skin toned hose with the look. Fresh. Not a fail at all.

And #3 is my fave, Ms. Very Long Legs. xo

Firecracker (Sharan)

I love all of these outfits. You have that effortless chic look in all of them. I really like the way your bracelets and fun oxfords liven up the classic feel of outfit #3. I agree with the others here that you are a knockout in #4--stunning. You are right, the jacket and belt are terrific together, and the dress is super flattering on you. Love the nude hose with the booties.
Like krishnidoux, I was studying #1. In my case, I'm trying to figure out how you look so fantastic in a simple skirt outfit. I agree with others that I would omit the pearls, which look a little too classic for this more modern outfit. Otherwise, I would love to copy the whole effect if I could.

CocoLion

You look really good in black. Lucky you!

And jeans -- wow -- if ever anyone could be a jeans model, it would be you! Those legs just never stop.

I also like the last outfit, don't think it's too short. I think it looks just right, and love your styling here with the jacket, wide belt and booties.

lyn67

Love them all, but can't help, my fave is nr 1(wow for that skirt:-)), can't help, but am mainly a hopefully modern-classic dresser, too:-). The jeans looks are also very nice, out together and not common at all! I see the love of texture on the dress (and other items) in nr. 4 and is a great look with the tan legs, am only worrying if would pass the sitting down test...(?)

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