I liked this outfit today because it has simple clean lines. I didn't wear any jewelry and you can't see the belt that I'm wearing. These trousers are the new cropped style. I actually sized up because my size emphasized what little hips I have and I really wanted a boyish slouch on these. Normally I would have worn some pointy toed kitten heels but with a high of 39 degrees I did not want my ankles to freeze. So I veered off into "school-girl" territory with the super shiny 2 inch heel penny loafers. I wore my glasses all day today so I think that added to the school-girl vibe.
As an aside, I'm awed at how much I look like my mother in these photos. She wore a curly perm during the 80's and I look just like her. (Most of the time I look like my Dad).
Here's what I'm wearing:
Elie Tahari button down shirt
BR copped trousers
LE penny loafers
(Hair by Day Vies ;-D)
Thanks for looking!
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27 Comments
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I can't see the pics! Don't tease us!
Nicole D replied 13 years ago
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Oh, there they are! ANd wow - worth waiting for. I love that blouse on you - just perfect for your figure. I think you are a genius for getting the cropped non-tapered leg right. That always look gawky on me. SHoes balance them out. YLF.
Nicole D replied 13 years ago
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WHAT A BLOUSE! I am loving that fit on you. Gorgeous!
catgirl replied 13 years ago
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I was always meh about the knot look but it's out of this world on you.
Vildy replied 13 years ago
Looks like it was designed just for you. Man, that's a shirt!
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You are rocking this outfit! You put it together so well. Chic schoolgirl. :)
hedgiehog replied 13 years ago
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Nicole - I was multi-tasking so the pictures got a little lost in the shuffle and I posted without them. (La la la!)
Day Vies replied 13 years ago
Alaska -- this blouse was all alone in the clearance section so when I tried it on and it fit perfectly I brought it home to live with me ;-)
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Seriously, you are defying the laws of short pant science. How is it possible that you've managed to make your legs look a mile long even though you are wearing cropped pants?!? How? You are amazing! Law breaker!
K. Period. replied 13 years ago
I love the blouse. That shape is a favorite of mine too. It looks formal and feminine all while scooting over the middle and not making the ladies look disproportionate. Truly phenomenal. You look gloriously gorgeous, DV! -
I love that blouse on you! You to always look so perfect and pulled together!
Thistle replied 13 years ago
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Aww K -- that makes my day. I think the crops don't look choppy because my socks are the same color so the pant hem isn't such a line of demarcation -- that's the only way I can explain why it seems to work.
Day Vies replied 13 years ago
Thistle -- I really think a blouse like this with the structured lines and knot in the center would look fabulous on you. Maybe you could add to a summer capsule? -
This blouse is amazing on you, what a find! Must admit that I am not a big fan of this cropped pant length so I'd prefer shorter or longer lengths to highlight those miles long legs. And of course, my favorite things is your hair ^^
Aida replied 13 years ago
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What a great blouse! You look great. Love your hair today too.
Raisin replied 13 years ago
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Nothing like a clean outfit to brighten the day.
celia replied 13 years ago
The blouse is the star for me in this outfit. Not very sure about the fit of the pants but envy your slim hips ;)
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Fantastic blouse, fantastic pants, fantastic hair, fantastic...do you see a theme going on here? You look fantastic!
Karie replied 13 years ago
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WHOA. All I can say is, your mother must have been one heck of a beauty, because look at you! How the heck can a person have long legs in cropped pants? But you do! And that blouse is spectacular. I have one with a twist like that in the front from BR last year - it is a summer sleeveless thing. But after seeing you wear yours, I do not think I will have the heart to sport my own. This is how it's supposed to look!
Suz replied 13 years ago
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I think the trick is the socks elongating the legline the way my boots did with cropped plaid pants. Although your legs are already mighty long!
catgirl replied 13 years ago
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So cute! You look a little Whitney Houston with that curly bob, too. You know just how to dress your figure (yeah Suz, I can't fill out those knotted tops either). Brilliant move to size up on the pants, that gives you a bit more hip. And yes, you are defying all science by looking so long-legged in cropped pants. :)
replied 13 years ago
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Agree that you have created PPL voodoo. I think it helps to have super long legs! Your blouse looks amazing on you and your hair is stunning. You must have very good looking parents - you look beautiful!
Jaime replied 13 years ago
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I have twisted blouse envy. Like Suz and Claire, I can't fill one out and was delusioned enough to buy one once thinking it would visually add inches. It turned into a sign drawing attention to...nothing. YLF!
replied 13 years ago
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Such a cute blouse. I like the shorter trousers but can see them with the kitten heels.
deb replied 13 years ago
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You are a beautiful woman! Your hair blows me away. I really like all your hairstyles, but this one is a real natural beauty, and that is always a winner. Your mother must have been a sight to be seen in her time in the eighties. I also love the blouse. Now I can see what they are supposed to do - I've tried one of those, but it didn't work for me. Long legs + boyish fit = great fit in cropped, untapered pants. Now I want penny loafers, too. I can try to copy your curls a little, but the rest is way out of my reach. Thank you for inspiring me!
Ingunn replied 13 years ago
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Great outfit on you, Day Vies! I like your take on schoolgirl. The pants and top are both terrific finds, and they go beautifully together. This is such a great look, and I do want to see the pants with the little pointy pumps when you break out that look, too.
Firecracker (Sharan) replied 13 years ago
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I too love tops that don't need further embellishment with accessories, especially in the warmer weather.
Lyn D. replied 13 years ago
YLF, -
You totally pull off cropped pants! I love how the waist detail of the shirt and the color of the socks lengthen the leg line for miles.
rae replied 13 years ago
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Oh, what a superb shirt. You look stunning!
Lantana replied 13 years ago
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This looks lovely and the socks do continue the line of the pants. The simplicity is just lovely.
Deborah replied 13 years ago
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I love the blouse! Just gorgeous!
annaj replied 13 years ago
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First of all, I love your hair! You need to wear it like that more often- it really looks great .
Parsley replied 13 years ago
The shirt is also a winner. That style is super-flattering on you. I'm not a big fan of the cropped pants look, but you wear it well.
I am a big fan of the sleek simplicity of this outfit. You look great!
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I am fascinated with the process of getting dressed every day -- to me this is more challenging than getting dressed for a big event because what I wear is dictated by my activities, work environment, and the weather. Living in a climate that guarantees four seasons (or at least two extremes) provides both challenges and inspiration.