Monday, August 1, 2011

paradox basics revisited

I have a very difficult relationship with this Stella McCartney denim top. I fell in love with the top from the moment I saw it, immediate attraction. But Stella, you have challenged me with this top. The fabric is very stiff, so a belt is not an option because the denim will start a life on its own! Another problem is the length: too short to wear as a dress, too long for a mini skirt. I have stared at it for ages, wondering 'with what to wear and how'?

But I love the casual vibe and the gorgeous bright blue colour. So at least the colour is the easy part. Here I have combined it with my very old Acne jeans. The impeccable year round dark blue colour is so easy to style. 

And for the ultimate advice, I listen to my gnomes. For those who are wondering, no I am not crazy but don't take fashion too serious. 



top Stella McCartney/ jeans Acne/ shoes DVF/ socks & necklace Anna Sui/ carpet Missoni/ chair Herman Miller 

34 comments:

  1. I love the shape of your top.

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  2. i love this fun photo shoot and the stella top! interesting about the fabric, but it really looks beautiful without a belt!

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  3. LOVE your shirt!

    Thank you for your lovely comment, dear! I'm glad you liked reading 'the girl behind the blog'!

    Loves,
    Rowan

    www.redreidinghood.com

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  4. Stella can often be difficult - i think you paired this perfectly - the oversized balanced by the slim jean - love the way you are wearing the sandals with the jean and yes always have fun with your fashion not to mention gnomes! x

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  5. You look great!!! The jeans top looks amazing

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  6. Love the denim on denim! Those gnomes are AMAZING!! So fun and it totally makes your post a little silly which I love! You look fab!

    xo
    Margot

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  7. i love everything about the last shot.

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  8. You look great. Love the top and jeans.
    This is an impeccable look. The accessories are perfect too.
    Lovely pictures.

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  9. I think you've found the perfect combination, with the jeans the top looks perfect. I had the same problem with my snake print tunic - too short as a dress and too long with shorts. Then I realized I could tuck it in a bit. Anyway, I just love this top because of the structure on the fabric, it might be hard to combine but it is just so interesting! Also I love the colorful house in the background!

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  10. Ah...the shirt is lovely :) and it will fit perfect to a nude cropped pant!! :)

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  11. Hey Dearie,

    I adore this outfit so! Especially after taking into consideration the type of fabric used!

    If you are not a stylist, you definitely should be one! ♥

    I would have gone with skin-tight matte leather leggings and tried to grunge it up haha. ;)


    xoxo,
    Addie
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  12. great outfit and amazing blog

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  13. great hairstyle and your glasses are gorgeous.

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  14. "[I] don't take fashion too serious."
    Haha, what a quote from someone who says in her introduction that "fashion defines me" ;-)

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  15. LOL that's hilarious, ohh those garden gnomes, they do give good advise I hear ;)

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  16. Awesome!

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  17. that top is just so wonderful! love it :)

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  18. If you listen to gnomes, then you're as weird as you look :/

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  19. Yes, it is probably quite difficult to style! But it looks nice with the denim, and I agree, that color is just stunning :) Well done, Stella! And nice styling, Mrs. K ;)

    xxMelissa

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  20. Again such beautiful and crazy pictures! Love them :)
    And I'm adoring the sandals!

    Love,
    Carlota's little blog

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  21. hahaha! OWN. THAT. GNOME! love it!
    but ive got to say, theres always those pieces that you lovelovelove but dont know what to do with it, but you definately OWNED the jean top too. i love the jean on jean, and that necklace is too unique!

    and thank you so much for your kind words, you are very sweet! =)

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  23. i can not tell that you have a difficult relationship with this top. i think it's quite lovely on you :)

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  24. I too love the casual vibe of this denim top. It looks great on you, especially with the styling of these photos. I adore ACNE jeans, and love your gnome. -xo

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  25. Love the denim top!!
    Oh, en je tuinhuisje is zooo supercute met die verschillende kleuren!! #want

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  26. Love the jeans ensemble.... Next time you wear that jeans blouse..
    put on some Morange Lipstick by MAC... You can handle that for sure!!
    I know you like make-up tips :-) if not please tell me.
    Oh and fabulous heels again. Love them!!!

    Bisou anna

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  27. gorgeous denim top. looooooooove it.

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  28. I love your top! your shoes! your whole outfit :D
    Nice blog by the way

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  29. Love your blog!!!
    This is a fabulous outfit!!!!
    The Anna Sui necklace is amazing!!!!
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  30. Love the pics especially the 3rd one! I really like this outfit the bright blue with the dark jeans looks amazing. I also love your new haircolor it looks stunning!

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  31. Dying over this post because I love gnomes!! Yours are wonderful ;) And I agree in not taking fashion or design too seriously - gotta have a sense of humor!

    xx Cristina

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