Vest, H&M. Blouse, Express. Skirt, from my USMC service uniform, embellished by me. Pumps, Charlotte Russe. Earrings, Claire’s.
This outfit isn’t doing it for me. It was a forced attempt to incorporate this blouse. In theory, the blouse is good: ruffles, satin, cherry red color. In practice, I have trouble styling it in a flattering way.
This last photo is particularly bad. I look like a Shar Pei.
I’m not even bothering to put this one on trial. It’s going straight to the swap bag!
i noticed in one of your past photos that i didnt love this blouse, but i think this outfit is the best yet- i wouldn't be so quick to swap it -- i like that the vest breaks up the red satin- how about one more try with a sweater or cardigan over it?
ReplyDeleteI love the way you wore this shirt with the skirt (the pic with the umbrella)... but I see what you mean - it just doesn't give you many options because it fits weird...
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kiran - it's already in the swap queue. If it doesn't go right away, I might try it once more. I forgot to mention that I have another red ruffled blouse that I far prefer to the satin one. I have it on here:
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And how many red, ruffled blouses does one girl need?
I think it's okay, but I know the feeling of hating an outfit - makes you feel weird and somehow off all day.
ReplyDeletei love this blouse -- i wish i were anywhere NEAR your size and i would totally swap you for it! im sure its gonna get snapped up quickly!
ReplyDeleteI actually quite liked this outfit.
ReplyDeleteToo bad it's a size S or I would join just to get that. I have two almost identical shirts - one in black and one in brown - from Kohls. I love them. They tuck nicely into high waisted pants or skirts. However, because my "chest" is a little too big and the shirt cut is a little low, I have to wear something under, which tends to give me the uni-boob look, which is not flattering at all.
ReplyDeleteI can't put my finger on it either. But I did like it belted with the skirt.
ReplyDeleteIt's such a pretty color. It looks super cute belted with the skirt. I think the belting takes away some of the volume of the shirt that is around the midsection.
ReplyDeleteI like this look too! I love this shirt! Love it! I'll be sad to see you let go of it.
ReplyDeletereally? i love it in all the looks! but, i totally understand...if you don't like it, you don't like it.
ReplyDeleteI really like that blouse, particularly with the trouser jeans you wore it with earlier. I think it's a bit fussy with the embellished skirt, though.
ReplyDeleteI like it belted best. However, it does seem to look a bit off when tucked in- it's something about the seams. It's just not fitted enough to do you justice. Oh well- hopefully you'll get something really cool in return!
ReplyDeleteI like that outfit in the middle picture. I suppose I'd change it by changing the shoes. I think the plaid throws off the shirt vibes. Something patent would be cute with it, to echo the shimmer of the shirt. But I definitely wouldn't swap that shirt. Too cute! :)
ReplyDeleteHmmm, I did like it belted best, but I think I see what you mean as to it's difficulty over all I guess. However, I love that skirt today -- so majorly cute! And those shoes...ok, WOW!
ReplyDeleteOh, that blouse looks so pretty! But you're right, in theory....
ReplyDeleteI thought the shoes were cute.
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I think the blouse looks fabulous, but if it doesn't look right to you, then who am I to convince you otherwise :)
ReplyDeleteI personally love the one with the skirt and belt. It's very 40s vintage. But hey, if you don't feel good in it, then make space for something better!
ReplyDeleteI actually really like this outfit and think the blouse looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteYour ruby blouse sparked my interest, so I went off to read your post about swapping. This may be just what I need. I have a huge box of things that I am sick of listing on Ebay, paying huge fees and just hoping for the right buyer. I'm off to check out the swap shop on Flickr now. Perhaps it may be I that ends up with your blouse! ;)
ReplyDeleteI have a really similar red silk shirt that I have not worn in ages because there is just something about it I don't like too. . .
ReplyDeleteI must say though, I really liked it belted with the skirt!
I really like the outfit! Especially the vest with the skirt. But yes, if something doesn't make you feel great, it should always go.
ReplyDeleteWhat about trying a softer sweater vest, in a slightly shorter length, worn open like you have it teamed with a narrower skirt in slate/cadet blue? (Skirt length is perfect, by the way.)
ReplyDeleteMaybe add a wide, soft belt (or cummerbund tied scarf) in plain black, charcoal, etc. to define your waist. Black or wine peep toe shoes. Or shades of gray - hose and shoes in the same color but different shades.
I have no idea what I am talking about, but after reading a bunch of your posts and how to's, I had this thought.
I think the blouse looks beautiful in all the photos!
ReplyDeleteI love the skirt and the shoes. Not sure about the blouse with this outfit but I think it looks really nice belted and with the other skirt.
ReplyDeleteI hope you are kidding when you say that this outfit is not doing it. I most certainly is. The skirt is always a winner, with the pretty lace trim. The blouse is beautiful, anything with a bright red color in shiny satin is like a Christmas present.
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