So, last week I was in Karen Millen and noticed this dress on sale. I loved this dress for the style and shape ... it reminds me of the style of dress Sophia Loren would have worn. It has a very tropical, colourful and busy print. To tone down the look I decided to stick to the main colour Blue for my accessories. I am not usually into being matchy matchy with my outfits but as the print is so busy I wasn't sure where else to go with it.
I love colour and not afraid to wear it but in the form of this print, I am worried it could be a little garish?
Here it is pictured with blue suede peeptoe shoes from Zara and a little blue clutch, also from Zara.
(With and with and without flash- apologies for wrinkled duvet .. I really should learn to iron!)
I plan on keeping the make up fairly glamorous but neutral with winged liner and glossy lips. May even try with bright red lips but I really am worried about looking like a reject from Carnival Season in Rio!!
Any opinions appreciated ... yay or nay? Too much or just right? Or is it too matchy matchy?
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I really like this outfit. It would be perfect for a wedding, nothing wrong with a bit of colour it is meant to be a happy day after all. I wouldn;t change anything about it, they are all good choices xx
ReplyDeleteWow, this is gorgeous, it will go wonderfully with your new hair too :) I've never been to a wedding (yes, I know, shock horror!) so not sure what on earth I'd wear...(I'll have this trauma soon, my friends getting married in July), but I think this is fab :) x x x
ReplyDeleteI think all the colours work perfectly, love the shoes :) xx
ReplyDelete@Kerry1487 Thanks for that! I usually like a more cusomised look but i guess this takes the effort out of it. I think its pattern that scares me rather than too much colour x
ReplyDelete@Laura Wow! I can never get over it when i hear people who have never been to weddings ... i have been to on average 3 a year since i was very young! Hence why i love them, I'm sure you will too! xx
ReplyDelete@J Thank you ... the shoes are cute, they have little bows on the front too.
Hehe, I know...a wedding virgin! I think I went to one when I was very young, but have no memory of it! What do you think suitable attire would be for a July wedding? I love your dress, but I probably wouldn't feel confident enough to wear something like that...I'm not very confident in dressing up :( x x x
ReplyDelete@Laura sometimes the Bride gives an indication of what the dress code should be in her invitations, like if its black tie or casual chic etc ... I would go for a nice summery dress either way and some lovely sandals and accessories. If its a church wedding, always make sure you have something to cover your shoulders like a pashmina, you can remove when you leave. I have another 3 weddings come July/August so we can help each other! This is going to be an expensive year for me lol! xx
ReplyDeletespot on! xxx
ReplyDelete@Hele Thanks, i'm glad i posted now as i was very unsure of this combo before - glad u all like it xx
ReplyDeleteThat's really helpful advice, thanks honey :) It is a church wedding yeah, and there is only a few select friends going and then mostly her family, so it won't be a fashion show I'm sure! I have some friends who I know when they get hitched it will be ALL about what people are wearing!! I better start looking to be honest, see what styles I like etc...! x x x
ReplyDeleteOhh this is sooo pretty (as are you!!!!) Not too matchy-matchy at all, just perfect : ) Thanks for the follow! I've done the same!! I've just been reading over a few of your past posts and had a OMG moment. I have recently had the worst breakouts on my face, and I can not figure out what it is, but low and behold I too have been using Benefit Boing concealer of late, so maybe that is what it is, seeing you had the same problem. I am definitley throwing this to the back of my makeup drawer now!!
ReplyDeleteperfect outfit. the matching shoes and bag looks good with it. :) you sure will stand out, in a godo way. ;) but if i were you i'd keep the make-up on a neutral, simple level. just an advice. (: you'll look extravagant at the wedding <3
ReplyDeleteI think it might just be a bit too matchy-matchy, but maybe once you wear it it'll all set in place.
ReplyDeleteIf you want to change it up, go for a golden clutch with maybe gold-accented shoes to tie it in?
Have fun and the dress looks beautiful!
Gold would work too but I don't think it would be quite as striking. This dress needs the courage of conviction. Stick with the blue, its rich, sumptious, fun and sexy xxx
ReplyDeleteI think the makeup you got today will be perfect with this outfit. The dress is beautiful, very summery!
ReplyDelete@Sian aw thanks, im nervous about wearing this kind of dress, I feel its a bit more contrived looking than what i normally go for.... tried the make up tonight and love it, blush and glss are gorgeous, love all of it!
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