The New Strapless

by Karen Blanchard

21 August 2016

I am wearing a printed skirt as a dress with heels that remind me of the Caribbean which, given recent temps isn’t that much of a stretch.

If you have a long skirt with a flexible waist just try it as a dress. It’s one of my fave ways to re-fresh old pieces or let’s be honest, when you can’t be asked to faff around in shops so just make do. Add a jacket if you don’t fancy having your arms out and to keep it more city vibe. Obviously this works with white trainers or an old pair of Chuck Taylors.

Is it still hot enough for going strapless where you are? Do you even wear strapless dresses?

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Skirt (as dress): Brooklyn flea market. Try this Alice & Olivia skirt shown both ways. Sandals: Steve Madden (on sale in three colors). Bag: Thrift. Jacket: Men’s Levi. Shades: Ray-Ban. Lipstick: Sephora ‘Always Red’

9 comments

Dylana says:
21 August 2016 at 19:17
Looks amazing!
xx
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- Karen Blanchard says:
  23 August 2016 at 01:04
  Hey you….!
Sophie Sierra says:
21 August 2016 at 21:07
Absolutely gorgeous as always Karen! Loving the tropical vibes and the colour pop of the heels <3
Sophie | soinspo xo
- Karen Blanchard says:
  23 August 2016 at 01:04
  Thanks that print is the one thing that gives that feeling.
Mariel says:
22 August 2016 at 02:26
The print is fantastic! And it looks great that way…
- Karen Blanchard says:
  23 August 2016 at 01:03
  Thanks I LOVE the print on this skirt.
yuka says:
22 August 2016 at 17:17
this is such a fun look! I love those colorful heels and dress!
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- Karen Blanchard says:
  23 August 2016 at 01:03
  Thanks Yuka! I had to get those heels even though I won’t wear them often
D says:
24 August 2016 at 00:59
That is so awesome you saw this piece and realized its potential as a dress! Also,I am digging your accessories styling.
-D
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