WIW: Drapey Top, Ankle Pants & Ankle Straps

Don't you just LOVE Angie ensembles? I decided to give the drapey top, ankle pants and ankle straps outfit a go while debuting two new items.

My outfit started with my white jeans rolled to ankle length. I then added my asymmetrical black EF sleeveless tunic. I really appreciate the fit of this item with the wide straps so I can wear sleeveless in the heat without my bra straps showing and the underarms come up nicely so no side bra issues. I will be wearing this a lot.

On top of the tunic, I've layered my black linen EF back-drape cardigan. I've lightened the photos to try and show the detail of the back of the cardigan but sadly it didn't really work. From the front, this is just a regular cardigan and then in the back, there is a strap that goes around the back of the neck and the entire back panel of the cardigan drapes down like a large cowl neck and exposes the back of what ever under layer you are wearing. It's positively gorgeous and dramatic. Unfortunately the beauty of this piece is lost in photographs.

For my ankle footwear I chose my ancient and well loved bone silver strap sandal shoes. I can't wear these too often now as the arch support isn't the best. But I can manage them once in a while on a days when I'm not doing too much walking.

Silver wedding band, white clutch with cognac strap, red specs and a swipe of bold red lipstick finish off the outfit.

Thoughts? As always all comments/suggestions welcome.

Tunic and cardigan: Eileen Fisher (eBay)
Jeans: Reitmans
Shoes: Fugitive
Clutch: Danier Leather

ETA: Stock photos added of the tank and cardigan so you can see the detail better.

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8 years ago

Inge

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Moderator

Gorgeous from head to toe, Shannon! And the design and detailing on the cardigan sound absolutely stunning. What a fantastic piece. You are looking radiant, sweet lady!

Jaime

Veteran

Fantastic Shannon! I understand just what you mean about the tank and I want one like that too.

donnat

Beautiful!

marianna

So fab. The angular top over the white jeans is striking.

Elizabeth P

What a great combo, Shannon! That cardigan is amazing...I know you can't see the detail here, but I remember it from your "should I try this" post. And it fits you beautifully.

Olivegreen

Active Member

Really loose and still fashion.
I think I look at your photos because your smile is so infectious.
The clothes are dessert.

Suz

Stunning, Shannon! I love how you have interpreted this your way. Gorgeous outfit on you.

Joy

Any doubts I had about this cardigan from your "should I " post have evaporated. A bit of the back shape of the cardi shows in your last photo.
You had a clear vision of how to style this piece. Fab outfit.
I am wearing a similar EF tee and white jeans today, but my tee is not as dramatic. I'll be watching eBay for that cardigan. How is the EF sizing?

Transcona Shannon

Oh....thank you all so much I've added some stock pics of the tank and cardigan so you can see a bit more of the detail should you want/need.

Joy - the cardigan is a petite medium. I run between a petite large and petite medium in EF so have found that anything drapey, I go with the smaller size. The fabric is divine by the way.

lyn67

Wow, stock picties are really helpful! YLF, as always!!! + I adore a bl&w!:-)

karymk

god you're an elegant lady. have not heard of "Fugitive" shoes but I love yours.

citygirldc

Love the edgy asymmetric look of that shirt. Gives the whole outfit an unique look. Looking good as always.

Sara L.

I love the drapey back of your cardigan. It's too bad that black just does not photograph that well. The bone shoes looks good although I'm sorry to hear that they don't work well with your feet anymore.

Anonymous

Your happiness in this is evident! I like all the V lines created by the top and the straps in your shoes.

kkards

this is black and white at its best...the contrast of the colors and the drapey wonderfulness of the sweater and tunic! its bold and dramatic, yet not in over powering!

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Killer Beautiful.

Linda

You look wonderful, and I LOVE those shoes! This is one of your best outfits ever!

Deborah

I don't know how I missed this! Ok I do, I have been travelling for work:( Shannon this is so fab!!! In fact could you just pack up the tank and cardigan and send them to me ?? lol

You look so fantastic. Again, its the simplicity of the outfit that is such a delight. Its kind of clever simplicity with the asymmetric hemline of the tank and the creative design and drape of the cardigan. 'sigh'

Debora

Georgeous! I have that same tunic top and I love wearing it with white bottoms. Brilliant idea about adding the cardigan. I am always inspired by you, Shannon.