The last time I wore this houndstooth a-line skirt I was a little unsure of the shape with my body type. Typically I stick with pencil skirts (which y’all know of course!) simply because of my slimmer hips and straighter midsection. Pairing it with a looser fit chambray made me feel larger, but when I happened to throw it on with a fitted long sleeve tee, I realized how much more this shape flattered my figure.
It should have been a no-brainer that a fuller bottom would look best with a more slim cut top, but for some reason it didn’t occur to me until I tried it out. Even after all this time, I’m still learning about shapes and cuts. What’s the latest style lesson you’ve learned about yourself?!
Top: J.Crew Factory (similar), Skirt: Xhilaration, Belt: Merona, Tights: c/o Hanes, Necklace: Stella & Dot Lucia Bib (similar), Bracelet: Stella & Dot Clover Double Wrap (similar)
December 20, 2013 // Weekend Wear · Work Wear
Isn’t it the best feeling when you have that moment of finding the right top for the right bottom?? LOL! The life of a fashion lover. I am glad you found this top to go with the skirt because it’s just too dang cute not to wear it!!
This is such a cute skirt, I’m glad that you found a way to wear it that makes you feel comfortable. It really is a great outfit!
I love this skirt on you! I am still learning what shapes look best on me, especially since I’ve gained some weight and my body has changed a little.
I adore this skirt on you! I wore my Target houndstooth sweater yesterday to work- clearly we are on the same wavelength!
The slimmer fitting top compliments the fuller skirt beautifully! Sometimes it takes playing around in our closet to find the right match!
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart December Group Giveaway!
i swear, you are the best at wearing skirts. I always feel like I can’t pull it off!
Love the shape of that skirt, it’s super flattering on you!
Kristina does the Internets
Always so classy and elegant, I just love your style SO much! Houndstooth is one of my favorite patterns. I love the shape of this skirt.
Looking lovely as usual. A full skirt is great for any body shape. I’m skinny on the bottom and A line skirts help balance my shape. Also I follow the wear opposites rule when pairing a top and bottom I.e pair a skinny top with a fuller bottom and vice versa
Love your skirt and necklace! I know…it’s amazing how obvious outfits are AFTER you put them together 🙂
Take Care!
Merrie @ http://www.PetiteCareerGirl.com
Yayy! It looks so good! It’s funny what changing what you wear on top does. I’ve learned that I look good in narrow toed shoes, haha…pointy, almond, etc.
http://www.closet-fashionista.com/
That is an adorable houndstooth skirt!
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
I love your skirt, hounds tooth is one of my favorites!
xoxo, KP
Eleventh & Sixteenth
Love the black and white and houndstooth! Great look.
Lisa @ Daily Style Finds
Love that skirt! It looks adorable on you! So cute! Have a great weekend!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Oh adorable ensemble. Hey come over and see my Blog Hop, too, k? I’d love to have you join it. Would mean a ton and a ton and a ton to me. hahahahaha
Beautiful outfit!! I love the more full skirt. It looks stunning on you!!
I also am jealous of your shoes and pearls!!
<3
Harlynn
http://www.mindyourmadness.blogspot.com
I LOVE this skirt! I hopefully figuring out this works for you will give you a whole new window of opportunity =)
Corinne x
http://www.skinnedcartree.com
I don’t know why you second guessed this skirt, I loved it on you from the beginning! Its fun to mix up the shapes sometimes. Very classy.
-AJ
FitTravelerAJ.com
Again blowing me away with the target finds 😉
What an awesome Target find. I believe that skirt is now on sale for such a steal. Thanks for the ‘Houndstooth inspiration’ 🙂
xo, tasha
twenty-something blog
you look so lovely ! love your skirt !! would you like to follow each other dear 🙂 xx
http://www.ambifashion.com
This skirt is gorgeous and I love the pearl necklace!
xx
Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes
This is such an awesome combination – I want the outfit for myself…seriously!