Style

sheer delight

October 19, 2012
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Hair by Angie @ TRiM Hair Salon
Make Up by Eddie Malter of L’Oreal Paris


Sheer Slit Black Maxi Dress c/o Wild Doll // Grey Knit Kensie Sweater from Plum // Dolce Vita Joust Ankle Bootie // Necklace c/o Olivia Solie // Purse from Urban Outfitters // Ring from Front and Company

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{Photos by Jen}

I’ve been having one those weeks that is moving so fast, it almost feels like a dream.  Is it actually Friday today, or is the Universe playing some “funny” joke on me?  With a whirlwind of events, meeting, and project, I’ve had many late night and early mornings.  And coffee.  Lots and lots of coffee.


When I laid eyes on this sheer black maxi dress, I knew it had to be mine (and the $25 price tag was a major bonus).  A staple for this season, I was so excited to style it, with a very particular look in mind.  When it arrived however, what I’d envisioned didn’t end up suiting me and I felt slightly discouraged.  I needed to wear this outfit from day  to night and still somehow stay warm in the process.  After trying almost every cardigan and jacket I owned, this chunky grey Kensie sweater caught my eye just as I was contemplating giving up.  With a sweater over top, the dress took on the look of a skirt instead and added just as much of the dramatic effect I was going for.  Don’t you just LOVE when accidental styling happens?  Especially when it means you’re going to get even more wear out of an item than you’d expected!


Do you have any cool styling tips that you’ve remember/discovered lately?  Please, do share!

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  • Sara October 19, 2012 at 8:55 pm

    That red lipstick look beautiful on you! i adore your outfit! you look so cute!

    http://sarassweetstyle.blogspot.com/

  • Cee October 19, 2012 at 9:23 pm

    Okay, seriously, could you be anymore gorgeous? I think not. I am dying over that Kensie sweater – my favourite sweater (which is way older than I want to admit) is from Kensie. I knew I loved this as soon as I saw it and now I know why!
    xox,
    Cee

  • alison*elle October 19, 2012 at 9:41 pm

    Seriously, I agree with Cee. TOO gorgeous, Alicia! Your makeup looks sooo good here and I love the sweater over that sheer dress.

    xo, alison*elle

  • Megan October 19, 2012 at 9:42 pm

    Wow, you look stunning!

  • Hattitude October 19, 2012 at 9:58 pm

    Hattitude Style Blog
    ha accidentally styling happens to me ALL the time. it's where i get my best looks from 🙂
    love the sheer maxi!

    talk soon wild child
    -Hattie
    Hattitude Style Blog

  • Libby Winchester October 19, 2012 at 10:58 pm

    love this skirt Alicia… and I hear you on the flying time!
    having said that…. ENJOY YOUR WEEKEND 🙂

  • Petite Adventures October 19, 2012 at 11:27 pm

    Love this look – you look absolutely stunning!

    Kate xo petite-adventuresblogspot.ca

  • Unknown October 19, 2012 at 11:46 pm

    I've got to say that this accidental styling has created one of my favourite outfits of yours (also love your outfit with the lilac tulle skirt). The dress styled as a skirt is definitely dramatic while the chunkiness of your sweater makes it so cozy and appropriate for Fall. Plus, your hair and make-up couldn't be more perfect. Well done!

    Marisa
    http://style-rhapsody.blogspot.com

  • Jennifer October 20, 2012 at 1:06 am

    Absolutely gorgeous!

    xo Jennifer

    http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

  • Lindsey A. Turner October 20, 2012 at 2:44 am

    I LOVE this look! sheer perfection!

    Lindsey
    Thrift and Shout

  • ~Jeimy~ October 20, 2012 at 3:01 am

    simply amazing love the skirt with that sweater just perfection!

  • Kastles October 20, 2012 at 6:36 pm

    Gorgeous lady! Love that sheer dress! Have a good weekend!
    <3 Kastles

  • 2nd StreetStyle October 20, 2012 at 10:54 pm

    Oh I love this!! so many people wreck this look but you've got it to a T!! Super super super cute!!

  • Angela Bennett October 22, 2012 at 1:12 pm

    Love that skirt! Great look.

  • Brave Leather October 22, 2012 at 2:40 pm

    This is such a great look! Loving that maxi dress!

  • Christina Storm October 23, 2012 at 11:58 am

    LOVE the sheer and love the whole look! You have amazing style!

    xo, Christina
    http://www.thestylestorm.com

  • Cara October 23, 2012 at 2:52 pm

    Such gorgeous photos Alicia, love that skirt!
    xo Cara
    http://www.afashionloveaffair.com

  • Viève October 23, 2012 at 5:45 pm

    You need to do some hair tutorial posts, STAT! absolutely gorgeous!

    Vieve
    xo

  • Mounette October 25, 2012 at 2:35 pm

    AMazing look, you are so beautifull.
    I follow you now I found your blog.
    May be you wants follow me too.
    Please visit my blog 😉
    Kiss
    Aurélie
    http://www.lespetitesbullesdemavie.blogspot.com

  • Megan October 27, 2012 at 3:50 pm

    Wow $25! What a steal! It looks fantastic on you.

  • Steph Sterjovski November 17, 2012 at 1:09 pm

    Love everything about this look!