Monday, October 11, 2010

Rocaille of the Day: 50's Inspired

This is what I wore to a dinner with Mr on Saturday. I have to admit, a full high waisted skirt with a fitted top is my favorite silhouette of all time, amazingly flattering for hourglass shapes. I'm lusting after a cupcake dress for Christmas...


I'm still struggling a bit with walking in these heels even despite all the advice my incredible husband has given me; and no, I have no idea how he knows how to walk in high heels! I love those laced booties though, simple but eye-catching. Any practical tips for a beginner heel-wearer like me, ladies?

Fitted top: Amisu for New Yorker
High waisted skirt: H&M, Divided
Black tights: ?
Laced up boots: Forever 21
Bag: H&M
Necklace: RE Reserved, last seen here


For those of you in the US, H&M are currently celebrating their 10th US birthday with some great sales - lots of items are either priced at $10, or are $10 off. I got my olive green skirt for just under 15 bucks! Check them out if you have a store near you!


Which vintage clothing decade inspires you the most? xxx

17 comments:

  1. Lovely! The olive green suits you so well and that bag is fabulous!!!

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  2. So pretty! I love it!

    XOXO, CC

    http://thecupcakecartel.blogspot.com

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  3. @Tali: Thank you so much, hun! I love the bag, it's so spacious :) Perfect for packing another layer in the colder season!

    @Miss Cupcake: Thank you, sweetie! xxx

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  4. So cute!!!!! =) Hope you're well! xoxo

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  5. Thank you, Anh, I'm all right! Take care :) x

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  6. Awh you look gorgeous. Your legs look so long in that skirt. Olive green is a beautiful colour. xx

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  7. Thank you, sweetheart :) I love olive green as well, it's a great color for fall! xxx

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  8. Wow so cute!!! Love this outfit...The bag too is great. This olive green color looks great in fall.
    Lovely blog!!! Try checking out mine.

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  9. soo cute! I love how individual style/fashion can be. I would not be able to pull of this look but it suits you so wonderfully!

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  10. @Rakhshanda: Thank you, hun! I think they also had the bag in two different colors at H&M, and maybe one of them was olive green? x

    @Kajal Couture: Thank you, dear, I guess vintage style suits me quite well with my super pale complexion and hourglass figure; I can't pull off some of the more contemporary looks though! xxx

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  11. just remember heal to toe. and practice walking in them. wear them when your vacuuming.

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  12. @Amanda: Heh, I always walk heal to toe, maybe even a little bit too much! I'll try the vacuuming trick, thanks! xxx

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  13. @Amber: Thank you so much for the compliment, and welcome to the blog! xxx

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  14. This looks adorable on you!! I absolutely love the skirt and shoes. I'm a 60's girl myself, but the 70's beckon me now and then :)

    xoxo,
    Carrie
    ps-melinda maria ring giveaway!

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  15. Ooh, 60's are fabulous too, especially the accessories! I have to say I never really explored the 70's, I guess that should be next on my list :) xxx

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  16. Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! This is one of my favourite types of ensemble too, followed closely by a killer pencil skirt! You really do look amazing in these pics, model perfect!

    xxx

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