I love this outfit a lot, you guys. The dress is an older Anthro piece I stalked, on and off, for about a year and, happily, it was worth the hunt. The gold jacquard fabric is lovely and a compliment-magnet, the silhouette is flattering and classic, and the overall construction is great (there is lining and a built-in camisole under the sheer-ish top). I paid CDN$60 for it on eBay, which might as well be a fortune compared to the thrift prices I’m used to, but I think it’s worth at least that much. (It does fit large, if anyone is interested in tracking it down.)
Let’s look at some details:
Something in the colour scheme (turquoise, cream, and gold) and the necklace makes me think of the Mediterranean — or maybe it’s simply my vacation-starved brain drowning in wishful thinking. I realized the other day that the last time I took a holiday longer than 6 business days was probably my honeymoon — almost 6 years ago. I know that’s pretty standard in some places, especially in a professions like mine, but, man, it makes me miss my university years something fierce. Oh, to have 4 months “off” every summer!
I think the long wait for this dress was definitely worth it. It is gorgeous. Such a great piece. Congratulations! Cheers, Michele
Thanks, Michele!
Wow, what a beautiful dress! Love the necklace as well. Is it recent? I might have to try to track it down on Ebay….
It’s recent-ish. I bought it about 3 weeks ago at BR from the clearance rack. A friend of mine found it about a week ago, but it sounds like they are almost out. Check your local store for sure.
Beautiful dress. I love the way your open cardigan “frames” the outfit, if that makes sense. I think you’ve done a makeup post before, but any chance you can do another one? Your makeup is flawless!
Doing a post next week! Hope it answers any questions you might have … although I am NO makeup expert.
I have to agree with Nally about the cardigan and the make up. You look beautiful!
That dress is elegant, and those shoes…sigh. I’d call this business romantic. 🙂
Thanks, Jeri! I’ll totally subscribe to that if it’s a category 😉