This lovely floral 1990ish dress hadn't been worn yet.
The Closet Swap-Over is coming! But I still have a few things to wear in my closet - a bunch of dresses, skirts, even shoes.
This dress is so very frou-frou, but I still love it. I remembered to wear my vintage camisole with the built-in shoulder pads, as the previous owner snipped them out.
"Are you blathering on again?"
This left the top of the dress looking saggy - it's so much better with a strong shoulder.
I love the patchwork of black, pink, peach, lavender, blue and green, and the big cabbage roses, very early 90s.
"Yes, I am a handsome shade of black."
It came with a string/bead belt, but I prefer a big one over the shirred elastic waist.
The ruffle collar goes all the way around.
It's a very twirly dress (yes, I did spin for a coworker).
Outerwear - tah-dah!
The stuff:
Silly me, I put these "flatform" sandals up too high and out of my view in my closet! I wore them with sheer black tights (it's okay to do this now).
Outerwear - tah-dah!
The Fuzzy Flamingo is more of a spring coat - I was a bit chilly in it.
Accoutrements:
I wore the same scarf and coat the last time I wore this dress. I am a creature of habit!
- Scarf - Banana Republic, thrifted
- Suede gloves - vintage, thrifted
Fussy bling:
I love this big "guitar" buckle belt - I get a thrill remembering finding it in the thrift store for $19.99!
- Belt - Fendi, thrifted; last see here in September 2024
- Eelskin bird bangle - vintage, consignment
- Eelskin bangle - fake Gucci, Italy, gift from Mom and Dad, c. 1989
- Crystal chain bracelet - thrifted
- Gold enamel/crystal bracelet - Lauren G. Adams, consignment
- Amber ring - c. 1996
- Turquoise ring - consignment
- Gold/crystal necklace/earrings - Plum, c. 2010
I stacked the three smaller bracelets. More!
This is a beautiful floral maxi dress and I love how you styled it. Lovely brown sandals and belt. Your pair of heels reminds me of one pair I have and wear all the time. They're also platform so they're very comfy while giving me the extra height. The coat is so pretty and chic as well.
ReplyDeleteI spotted Vizzini in the background. It's reassuring knowing he's always there. :)
Thank you, Ivana! Yes, I know the shoes you mean! They're such a great style, and I love the extra height without having foot pain.
DeleteYes, our little guy is still hanging in there. He's always around.
What a shame more people weren't in the office to admire that fabulous floral frock! I bet it would look amazing with some bad ass biker boots, not that i don't love the platforms.
ReplyDeleteI see you Vizzini! xxx
That's why I appreciate folks like you, Vix! It's so good to have fashion-minded people who can see the outfits. I agree, biker boots would be awesome - my studded black cowboy-ish Coach boots would be fab. Next year!
DeleteHe has been dashing out into the hall, a very naughty boy, but I can't deny him.