Sources:
- Bow Tee – Gap
- Skirt – Banana Republic
- Tights – HUE (from E.)
- Belt – New York & Co.
- Earrings – American Eagle
- Black Heels – Madden Girl, via DSW
Endnotes:
For my last assignment for this week’s Fashion 101: Tights, I took these patterned tights from E., send to her by her Mother-in-Law (thanks D.!). I love the ensembles E. and S. created this week featuring their brightly colored patterned tights, but still think I would have a hard time pulling them off. Even these much subtler, almost monochromatic patterned tights are taking me well outside my comfort zone.
Tights, originally uploaded by academichic.Often after a new haircut, I am feel a little more playful in my style. So, I decided to take it and run with it and combine these whimsical tights with a full skirt, a tee with a bow, and even little bow earrings! As I was adding all of these elements together, I was worried that it might be a little too whimsical altogether, but I think the black and grey palette keeps it age appropriate and sophisticated.
Bow Earrings, originally uploaded by academichic.Are you embracing the patterned tight trend? A.
I love the bow top! Of course the whole outfit is awesome too.
Wow, you look great! This whole outfit has a really spunky feel to it. Everything goes together fabulously…your hair (so cute! I really love it), the tights, and the bow top. This is one of my favorite outfits that you’ve worn. :)
I love it! so fun and fabulous with the right amount of elegance and sophistication!
I love how the double buckle leather belt, that has a “bad girl” feeling to it, breaks up the girlish whimsical outfit. Also, the texture and movement of your haircut is just perfection… You are gorgeous!
I have to agree with Alisha (post #2)–this is too is my favorite outfit–love all the details also–the belt, the great earrings and especially your new hair–perfection!
Love the new haircut!!! Great outfit too.
Great look on you–love the contrast of the bow and the buckles.
Those tights are amazing! If neither of you want them, feel free to send them to me! :)
I’ve never seen tights like that! They are so cool!
I love this outfit! The color is so chic, but it’s also fun making for a very cute outfit!
~Dana
This outfit makes you look so beautiful- stunning!
I’m with you on the crazy tights thing… others may embrace them but I’m definately slow and steady. I like that these tights have pattern but are still neutral. Overall, with your new haircut, your swingy skirt and your fun top, you look amazing!
Great haircut!!! I always feel the same way after I get a good cut :D
Love the hair. Love the tights.
And yay for neckline bows! I rocked two this week.
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one of my favorite looks on you so far! the shape of the skirt and belt and top are SO flattering! and i love the patterned tights.
Wow A, this is one of my favourite outfits of yours ever. Seems more edgy than whimsical to me!!
This is a great outfit. The skirt is especially flattering–is this the universal perfect length? I think it is. And the tights are fab; embrace the tights!
Love the brown and black combo and that belt is just perfect! I have indeed embraced the patterned tights, mostly for “fun”/nonprofessional days, but I think the way you did it here could be appropriate for a very dressy occasion!
While I love tights that have a pattern in their knitting, I’ve never been big on the recent trends of multicolored or flower patterns, but you just sold me. This look is subtle and sophisticated. Amazing style!
That’s a great haircut! And I like the ensemble very much, it looks lovely.
Hi!
I’ve been lurking for a couple of weeks now, but this is my first time commenting on your blog, which is just great and so inspiring! Where do you get all your ideas?
Being from Norway, where for some reason most fashion bloggers seem to be between 15 and 25 and more or less looking the same (basicially slim fit jeans or tights, over-knee boots and tunics/mini dresses), it’s truly refreshing to read a blog that focuses on creativity and personal style rather than just the latest trends and brands. Thanks, gals!
Love the outfit and the new haircut! Beautiful!
I would have to agree with other comments – this is my favourite outfit that I’ve ever seen you wear. It’s absolutely fabulous!
You look utterly fantastic. End of story.
wow! I love it!
Lovin’ the ‘do!!
Those tights are a lovely way to do whimsical. Focusing only on the pattern and keeping the rest of the outfit in the same family of neutrals calls attention to the patterned tights without making them stand out too much.
Oh this is truly a winning look. I love how the palette is neutral, but the details (tights, belt, bows) add lots of interest and whimsy.
Pretty! Love the bow top as well. I might just DIY a shirt to look similar to your top :)
You look awesome! I think I love every last element of this outfit.
I love this look on you! It’s a change from your usual style and it’s awesome.
Love the belt.
Patterned tights – I love textured tights (of all sorts) but I’m not quite sure yet about patterns… I just bought swiss dot tights, does that count?
I like this outfit and especially like the skirt and belt.