Sources:
- White ruched top: Forever 21
- Brown jersey skirt: Old Navy, remixed
- Leather sandals: Kmart, years ago
- Blue bangles: bridesmaid gift
- Glass drop earrings, not visible: Hawaii
End Notes: Another spring trend that everyone’s been listing off this season is alternately termed “asymmetrical necklines” or “Grecian goddess.” I love how this trend appears so effortlessly fluid and, of course, how it shows off collarbone! I loved these looks from Thakoon and Max Azaria:
But, it’s not like you can wear a floor length, drapey gown to campus, even if it is the last week of classes. Nor do I own silky maternity pants. And showing up in a one-shoulder top probably won’t get me much respect even in our relatively casual environment. Even more problematic: I have a limited closet and a baby bump that would radically change the shape of these flowing looks. But, this week is about making new looks work for the bodies (and lifestyles!) we have now. So I was determined to be Greek — or at least Greek inspired — for a day and to make drapey-ness flatter, rather than conceal, my preggers shape. I think this ruched white top hits the right mark. The ruching through the torso hugs my bump and the wider, ruched sleeves balance things out. This is a very, very loose interpretation of this trend, but this week is not about adaptation, not just imitation. What do you all think about this trend? Will you be rocking the draped or asymmetrical look this season? Will you wear it for day or keep it as a nighttime look?
What a lovely top! I love how it drapes–very pretty.
I sure hope to – I adore all the asymmetric tops and dresses I’ve been seeing. Just haven’t found the perfect one for me yet!
I love your take on the goddess trend, E. That ruching is super flattering.
That top is so flattering on you! I prefer your take on the trend than those that walked the runway, to be honest. I love drapiness, but prefer it when it’s balanced with something that has shape, like your skirt.
I love this look on you! That shirt is beautiful.
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