5/11/11

knotty or nice

from mega post to maxi post. i am obsessed with interesting underpinnings. so i was in shock and awe coming across this amazingly straptastic bra. i'm in love with it. haven't taken it off in fact. it's actually a bikini top, but the problem with that is 1. it would leave the worst tan lines maybe, ever in the history of the world. and 2. it's dorito chip coverage would leave you flashing lovely beachgoing families. i'm all for flashing a cheek, but a nip isn't as well received. and this dress is way too long, but i can't seem to get it shortened, so instead the trusty knot. gives you a little tiny step syndrome, but it's better than the regal long dress train.
dress: splendid, bed jacket: winter kate, brakini: one teaspoon, necklace: c/o native l.a., bag: something else x natalie wood, pics: zoey grossman

40 comments:

  1. love the effect in these photos and that necklace is so cool! <3

    www.abitoffashion.com

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  2. So pretty. I keep looking here for that kind of dress, but nothing :/
    <3 M.

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  3. fantastic!!! all of it, as always!

    http://styliseddialogue.blogspot.com/

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  4. That bra is totally "straptastic" and I am totally enamored with your dress, and how you knotted the train. The statement necklace is like the cherry on top of a super chic outfit.

    www.TheFancyTeacup.com
    much love.

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  5. I can't even tell you how much I love your style. Your blog is fantastic. The photos, the style, everything! That bathing suit/bra is fantastic. Totally loving this outfit.
    Have a great day!
    -Ellie

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  6. I WANT THAT BIKINI THING!!

    http://ficklesense.blogspot.com/

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  7. i didn't get it at first brakini!!! anyway how can a simple dress create such an effect. simple give it to you, do something with accessories and voila: be ready to be bedazzled. i love the fact that the colors are not neutral and pretty dark and still it is a very exciting outfit. love love love the brakini, what an effect. i am wearing simular bra's by Marlies Dekkers. the necklace is superb and i love the delicate kimono. rock and rolla as always

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  8. hi, you're my favorite. you fashion goddess.
    i'm loving knots right now!! <3

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  9. I love the boots.

    http://dassida.blogspot.com/

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  10. i wish exposed underpinnings wouldn't spawn a conversation with HR at my work place. what's the big deal, you know? so i'm HOT.

    Dirty Hair Halo

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  11. SUCH a good idea. I've been knotting my tops into crop tops with maxi skirts, but you've inspired me to try something different!!

    www.runwayrundown.com

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  12. Ready or knot here I come...gonna tiiiiie me and walk...real...slowly.

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  13. outfit perfection achieved. loving the strappy underpinnings.

    +Miss M+

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  14. obsessed. with this look and with this blog <3

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  15. i love this post! that dress is fantastic, the knot is great... and i love those shoes too ;)


    xx
    www.dragonnfruit.com

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  16. Such a beautiful necklace.. love it!

    Peace & Love
    www.foreverboho.com

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  17. i love this, you look so effortless but cool you know? Don't even worry about not being able to shorten the dress it looks good as it is, the knot gives it more movement, i like. Have a good day!
    xx

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  18. small step syndrome ha ha. sometimes it's not easy having short legs and loving maxis. great accessories and love this whole outfit!

    http://pearlprism.blogspot.com

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  19. Rockin' that knot missy! I have a penchant for items that cause disastrous tan lines too, what's a girl to do?
    www.thewardrobediaries.com

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  20. i love everything about this outfit! that bra is amazing!!!!!!! iNEEEED IT

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  21. that bra & your necklace are all sorts of ah-mazing. you pretty much have all the best accessories all the time. x

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  22. I LOVE LOVE LOVE knotting maxi dresses and skirts! It's the best! And that bra is killer!

    Renee

    http://dominant-traits.blogspot.com

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  23. KNOTTY for sure! love it love it

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  24. Love the boots and necklace, I ADORE! XO Raspberry & Rouge

    http://raspberry-rouge.com

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  25. Love that bra and that necklace! Gorgeous!

    xx
    http://lovelylittlevices.com

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  26. I love this look! I always look forward to your posts, you have the best style. Love how you knotted the dress, so love those boots, and the feather print jacket...so chic! LOVE
    xo Cara
    http://www.afashionloveaffair.com/

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  27. I love that winter kate bed jacket! I waaaaant!

    http://grey-buzz.blogspot.com
    @ohhmytash

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  28. Love the knot....did that this weekend with a long maxi at the beach. You perfect! And oooo lllaaaa lllaaa that necklace!


    www.mrscapretta.com
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  29. I neeeeed that bra! anddd necklace. I love. and is it just me or does your hair seem to be getting longgger ? You look beautiful as alwayss


    www.lightsdrivemysoul.blogspot.com
    xxSea

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  30. This is precious.
    I love the dress, and how it friendly drapes on your beautiful frame.

    xx

    hope to hear from you*
    love amy ^.^
    www.amyflyingakite.com

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  31. god, i'd love to raid your closet one day. please? lol!

    i'm lovin' everything you have!!
    the brakini is aaahmazing! <3


    xx,
    cins

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  32. love the bra slash bsuit. and great knot. creative way to shorten up a dress.

    looove.

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  33. So so so beautiful. I saw that bikini and you were definitely right about the dorito chip coverage, looks so cute hidden beneath this maxi though. Your outfit is truly inspirational
    xx
    http://swimtothestars.blogspot.com/

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  34. I LOVE this necklace ♥

    xxx
    Laura

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  35. that bra is amazing!! and so is the necklace!!

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  36. Oh man even wearing a normal bikini top can be risky at the beach haha

    your outfit is amazing and I love your trusty boots :D

    Kathryn http://twooddgirls.blogspot.com/

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  37. LOVE your style. This has to be my favourite outfit yet. I'm a long dress junkie and can't get enough of them. That bra/top just puts together the whole thing. Looks awesome!

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  38. "Dorito chip coverage" haha i Love it. Those are some damn fine geometric lines going on in the back. xx

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