Well, this makes day #4 this week that I've posted some sort of cargo-ish outfit. I'm a-okay with that. I picked up this dress at goodwill several weeks ago. I think it was either a 30¢ jobby or it was half off and I paid $2.50 for it. For the sake of discussion, we'll split the difference and say I paid $1.40 for it. Either way, it was dirt cheap. And also about 4 sizes too big.
But it was full of potential and I figured is would be super easy to size down. I was right. I just brought the side seams in a few inches and voila! It's perfect for summer, and maybe even some layering in seasons to come. John says, "I really like that shirt-skirt thing." Yes, that's the technical term.
Dress: thrifted, $1.40? - Belt: Gap, gifted - Shoes: Ross, $9
I love this! I so wish I knew how to even thread a needle! UGH!
ReplyDeleteI love the chic cargo looks you've posted this week! I think it is perfect for summer.
You have such mad thrifting skillz, and I love the obi with this dress!
ReplyDeletethis dress looks really good on you, flatters your shape a lot and I like the belt you used with it, I think it's my fave outfit for the week. Awesome find!
ReplyDeleteI love that dress! It has so many pockets, and I love pockets on skirts and dresses! Cute outfit :)
ReplyDeleteI really like this look...and the cargo progression this week! It's making me rethink cargo (which I associate with 1999)
ReplyDeleteShirt skirt thing haha. The dress rocks, and you look great in it, - you did an awesome job on resizing it, it looks wonderful! Love the color of it too. I love cargo anything! so keep up the cargo posts =P
ReplyDeleteI love those sandals, I still haven't got myself a pair of cute sandals like those, -mind you, not that it matters that much, cause over here, summer doesn't want to show up!
Have a great weekend!
Ah, the "shirt-skirt thing". My favorite, too. And this one if FANTASTIC! You better keep rocking the cargo, 'cause it's awesome on you!
ReplyDeleteVery resourceful! Wish I could sew.
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Great belt!
ReplyDeleteAnd for sure a fan of the bangs swept aside.
have a great weekend!
The shirt-skirt thing is a fantastic term and I hope it is used more often.
ReplyDeleteThis looks so great on you! I think because you made it to fit you perfectly. You can just tell. You look absolutely fantastic. I love it.
i like the way you've styled it with the sunnies, earrings and belt. it makes it a cool outfit:)
ReplyDeleteCan you give me some goodwill thrifting advice? Do you bring cash with you? I never carry cash - we don't get along. Can I use a debit/credit card there? I have a Goodwill down the street from me. I have been dying to go. I think I am doing it tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteAwesome dress. I think the belt adds the perfect touch.
ReplyDeletetotally loving it
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Haha I also like this shirt-skirt thing! Good job on the re-sizing, it looks perfect for you.
ReplyDeleteWow! What a great find - not to mention you did an amazing job sizing it down!
ReplyDeleteI would never be able to tell this was altered-- I'm hopeless with stuff like that!
ReplyDeleteI have to say that John's comments on your clothes really might be my favorite thing about this blog. Well, okay, maybe they're in the top 5. :) I, too, like your shirt skirt thing and love that you used the belt to accentuate your waist. It's an unexpected look with something cargo-y and I think you rocked it.
ReplyDeleteI love how our hubby's come up with the funniest names for our articles of clothhing.
ReplyDeleteLove this dress with the belt, perfecto.
I have a similar belt! Love the sandals and the nailpolish!
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I love that dress! That's a great Thrifty find!
ReplyDeleteLove that belt with this dress!!! Such a chic look! And for the record, I am completely and utterly jealous of your fabulous arms :)
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