7 Looks x 7 Days – LBD Challenge – Day 4
Day 4 of the LBD challenge – 7 Looks x 7 Days.
I have this silvery grey duster-style lace jacket thing that is from a dress I had when I was much MUCH, larger. I should have given it away ages ago but it is so pretty that I have hung on to it. Even carried it from the US on my migration south, but still haven’t worn it for over 10 years! Well now I think I have a reason, or at least a way to wear it again.
The inspiration for this look comes from both the hi-low hem looks that are popular right now and all the looks with the see-through chiffon skirts over skinny pants/leggings or short skirts.
Because the silver overlay/jacket is SOOOOO big, I had to add a belt to keep the look together but I actually think it looks pretty good. Just to make sure the look is really flashy I have put on a couple of strands of vintage crystal beads with a pearl and onyx necklace, silver and sapphire bracelets, bling ring and for fun, my pony skin black and white pumps, purchased from Nine West a few years ago.
I have some black polka-dot stockings that I thought about wearing with this look but felt they would just be too much, so I went with plain old black.
What I like about this look:
At long last I get to wear the silver overlay!
I have to admit, I love the shoes.
The lace is very ladylike and the colour is lovely.
What I don’t like about this look:
Not sure if the slits up the side of the overlay are a bit too much. (Don’t want to be confused with Gwyneth Paltrow or Angelina Jolie! LMAO – as if!!)
What do you think? Was it a good idea to hang on to this silver overlay/jacket all these years and all these miles?
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May 7th, 2012 at 00:26
LOVE the way it sparkles!
May 7th, 2012 at 00:50
Me Too!
Which is partly why I could never seem to get rid of it!
May 7th, 2012 at 02:29
Don’t!
What you did with it now works perfectly. To me it looks like bohemian glamour or something like that.
May 7th, 2012 at 09:22
Thanks Miles!
I’ll have a good think before doing anything rash.
If it means sewing…it won’t happen anytime soon as I don’t sew!!
Cheers,
Laura
May 7th, 2012 at 00:33
Cool closet find. Lace is making a comeback so you’re on trend! If you’re looking to switch it up, maybe you could shorten it? Either way, rock that leg, Angelina style. : )
May 7th, 2012 at 00:51
Thanks!
Shortening it is a great idea!
I can’t sew but now a few people that could do it for me.
I’ll remix it and put a pic up when I do.
Such good thinking!
Cheers,
Laura
May 7th, 2012 at 00:51
I like the silver overlay. Makes your outfit sparkly and more formal.
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May 7th, 2012 at 01:03
I agree.
It seemed like a simple way to dress it up and make it flashy and formal.
Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
Cheers,
Laura
May 7th, 2012 at 00:57
I like the jacket. Lace, cuffed sleeves, collar-nice! As a stylist, I would consider sewing up the side slits or slicing the slits to waist height, cutting off the tail and tying the two front pieces (leaving them long) to create a shorter, poufed jacket. You could even wrap the two front pieces around your waist a few times and then tie in the front of back of the bodice. Just a thought!
May 7th, 2012 at 01:06
Ohhhh! That’s a good idea too!
Summer Picnic suggested cutting it all shorter, which I liked but now I have a second option?!
I’m going to have to think about this one. I think either would look great. Relly like your idea of cutting the back and having the front bits wrap around and tie.
I’ll have to make it a DIY project either way so I’ll end up blogging about it!
Thanks for the suggestion!
Cheers,
Laura
May 7th, 2012 at 01:16
i think it was worth keeping, its an unusual piece and i love that about it.
May 7th, 2012 at 01:19
Me too.
Very glad that something inside said to hang on to it.
Have had a couple of good suggestions on ways to modify it and make it more current.
May have to do a DIY Fashion blog on it!
Cheers,
Laura
May 7th, 2012 at 14:49
I like the softness of the overlay over the LBD it works for me
As you know I have LOTS of things that have been in my wardrobe for years and years and some things that only get worn once every few years but they have history and add shazam every now and then and become part of an outfit that no one else will have on and everyone else will ask you about. I remember a few years ago watching every episode of every series of Sex in the City over a couple of months and it made me really brave with my wardrobe and I really started to experiment and explore different combinations of clothes and it felt great – I think you’ve totally reinvented that jacket
May 7th, 2012 at 15:33
Thanks for your words of encouragement!
I’m really trying to stretch my comfort zone and be more creative with these challenges. As you know, if you can’t buy anything new, you have to get creative!
I’ve even been digging out jewelry I haven’t worn in ages to provide a change up. I hope I can find a few more options for the overlay that will keep it current and on higher rotation!
Cheers,
Laura
May 7th, 2012 at 15:45
I bet it would be good over skinny black pants and fitted black top with mega heels too
May 7th, 2012 at 16:10
Good thinking!
I like that idea and I already have all those items!
I’ll have to pull that look together and give it a spin.
Thanks for your clever tip!
Cheers,
Laura
May 7th, 2012 at 22:12
The lace is beautiful and I love that you belted it! You accessories are beautiful too! Love the necklace and those shoes are fantastic!
Great job, Laura!
Olga
May 7th, 2012 at 22:58
Thanks Olga,
You know I love mixing vintage and new and the vintage jewelry worked well with this look. Everything was so sophisticated that I had to add the shoes for a bit of personality!
Glad you liked it!
Cheers,
Laura