Bow and Crochet

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Adding to my 10 ways to wear a lace dress post, look #11 is simple and girly, with all credits going to Oscar de la Renta. I've been going through a minimalistic phase, so sparse accessorizing in today's outfit worked nicely to keep other elements from competing with the heavy crochet. Sometimes less is more.

Have a great Tuesday!

lips: Maybelline Color Sensational Lipcolor in coral crush (sold here)
necklace: gift from aunt (similar)
sash: J.Crew (similar)
dress: Ann Taylor vintage floral lace (similar)
bag: Chanel M/L flap (similar)
sandals: Ann Taylor Iris bow patent leather (sold here)

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25 comments

  1. Love that you added the bow, pretty!

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  2. So lovely Cee!!!! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  3. Super cute! What a great way to use a sash!

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  4. That lace dress never fails to capture me. Delicate and beautiful. What a nice touch with a simple black bow.

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  5. lovely!

    xo julesinflats.blogspot.com

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  6. Very nice ! Thank you for sharing.

    Sam

    http://fabulouspetite.blogspot.com

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  7. It's amazing how a little detail like adding a bow to a lace dress can really make the dress stand out.

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    1. Combine that with the stark contrast of black on white/cream, right? I heart that color palette!

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  8. LOVE this. I think I saw what inspired this on pinterest..it's perfection! :)

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  9. Absolutely stunning. Totally pinning! Love everything from head to toe!

    Did you ever have to do alterations on this dress?

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    1. Nope, no alterations on this dress. Imo, it's better suited for someone your height though because I feel the waist is a tad high on me. Aside from shrinking a few inches, there's not much I can do so I'll quit whining now :)

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  10. love this! you are amazing with that dress. i remember you made me want to find it sooooo bad!

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    1. Per Jean's post from a few weeks back, AT outlet re-released this dress in navy. I'm not sure what the inventory is like right now, but it may be worth calling around.

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  11. Wow, absolutely gorgeous! I would love a dress just like this for my rehearsal dinner for my wedding.

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    1. Lace is so "in" right now that I'm sure you won't have problems finding something similar :) Happy wedding!

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  12. Oh my gosh... as a bow, pearls, Chanel, and lace afficionado, I am officially in love with this look! You have a great eye for style. I'm a fan! :)

    Sarah
    http://shamelesslyoverdressed.blogspot.com
    Let's follow each other!

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  13. sry if i'm late commenting abt the shoes bc i hardly get to see your pictures anymore. but both u and elle look great in them.

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    1. No problem, Aubs! I think photos aren't showing up due to your browser. Firefox just went all wonky on me, but I see everything when I tried Safari. I think it's time I switch over to Google Chrome.

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  14. this dress is STUNNiNG! you are rocking this look, girl!

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  15. You are so gorgeous!!! Love your dress and adding bow :)

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  16. I love the addition of the bow...so sweet!

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  17. I am trying to figure out if I ever commented on this post...........because I distinctly remember leaving a comment but I guess it all happened in a dream.

    But I had to come back and say I love this outfit. Really. It is freakin' fantastic. Dare I crown this my all-time favorite? And it makes me wonder what happened to my copy of your dress? I was digging around for it last night and couldn't find it. :(

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    1. Lol @ the dream comment. I hope the comment didn't somehow make its way to the spam folder and I deleted a bunch without reading (!)

      If you need the dress, feel free to borrow anytime :)

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