"I've got a code 9 here... curvy girl wearing horizontal stripes. Send back-up immediately!"
Ok, I think by now we all know there are no real laws of fashion anymore. But at one time, being curvy and wearing horizontal stripes was a big no-no. And in a body-hugging material? Forget it!
Thankfully, we are learning that the silhouette and cut of a piece are just as important as the print. We can wear body-hugging or body-skimming clothing instead of shapeless tents and (gasp!!!) look good in them!
This black and white stripe, a-line ponte dress is fitted on top then skims over the lower half of my body. I can wear it with flats for a more casual look or dress it up a little for Fall/Winter with tights and heels as I did in this post. It works well with booties and riding boots too.
I added a thick belt to define my waist a little more. I feel like I tried every colored necklace I had but either the shape or length was wrong so I went with good old basic black. I think this look would be great with a pop of color somewhere. Any ideas?
Black and White Stripe Ponte Dress: (old) via Old Navy -
similar, similar // Black Satin Calvin Klein Shooties: (old) via TJ Maxx -
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similar // Black Beaded Necklace: via Bealls Outlet -
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similar // Black Beaded Bracelets: (old) via a local boutique,
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similar // Sequin Earrings: (old) via New York & Company -
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Pssst!!: Old Navy has 25% off online through Oct 30
The breakdown:
Ponte Dress: Old Navy, $10
Heels: TJ Maxx, $40
Necklace: Bealls Outlet, $8
Earrings: New York & Co, $10
Bracelets: Local Boutique, $1
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