Tuesday, June 14, 2011

I'm Free, To Do What I Want, Any Old Time

Elissa gave me this tank a while back (during TxSCC!) and I said I would wear it with a tank top and pettipants. But after finding this amazing bandeau for 5 bucks at the Nordstrom Rack, I took it one step further...

I'm Free

A year ago I would never have had the body confidence to wear this, but I've lived and learned a lot in that year.

I'm Free

It reminds me a bit of an old fashioned bathing suit! It's bare without being over the top and it's really fun. I seem to dress for fun a lot these days.

I'm Free

It was a big hit at work. I can't think of higher praise to be honest, than when my co-workers like something. They are just as obsessed with sartorial choices as I am, and when they love something it always makes me grin from ear to ear!

Also, sometimes I wear a lot of rings. And by sometimes, I mean MOST times.

I'm Free

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P.S. Good luck to sweet Kendi and all her friends embarking on the latest 30x30 re-mix! Can't wait to see what you guys do this go round!

Tank, Free People, gift from Elissa
Bandeau, Nordstrom Rack
Pettipants, Underworks via Amazon.com
Shoes, Nordstrom Rack

29 comments:

Melissa said...

Holy cow, you look HAWT, woman! Kudos to you for realizing that you CAN pull this off! You look amazing!

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TrophyBoutique said...

Yeah, girl! I love that the summertime is inspiring more body confidence--I mean, for me, I have no choice since to cover up would induce heatstroke. I need more crochet in my life, it is clear now.

Miss you!

grace said...

This is absolutely adorable. I LOVE it. Good for you for having the confidence to wear it--you look great.

A said...

SO flattering and cute, and different and breezy. Love it so much. Your body looks amazing, just fyi!

Are those shoes new? I LOVE them. Love love love.

Huge fan of this whole ensemble!

XO!

Elissa said...

So, now I regret giving you that top. But just a teeny tiny bit. Girl, you look incredible. For real. I love how you pairs it with pettipants. I love the bandeau underneath, but most of all, I love that you're confident enough to wear it all together. You're gorgeous, stylish, and inspiring. And I'm glad you realize it.

Unknown said...

What an adorable outfit! I wear a lot of rings too <3

Unknown said...

I've been doing a lot of bandeaus underneath semi sheer shirts with a high waisted skirt. I love this look on you, it is somehow revealing yet modest at the same time.

And BTW I'm driving to Dallas to steal your rings. All of them. See you in 8 hours.

Rebecca said...

I can't imagine being confident enough to wear a midriff baring top at work. Good for you, because you look fantastic!

Pam @ over50feeling40 said...

Really cute...your look amazing!!

Anonymous said...

Look at you! Rocking that hot look. Kudos to you! Your confidence totally shines through.
Thanks for joining us at EBEW!

[SMASH] said...

Really loving this!

Loren said...

This looks really great on you! I love the way you've worn the petti-pants just BARELY visible.

A Day in the Life of One Girl said...

I wish I could be this free at work! YAY! I love this! Got to get me some pettipants soon

JazmineKariss said...

Super cute outfit:)
-Jaz
http://www.fluffyfashioncents.blogspot.com

Tabitha said...

Brava! LOVE this top - such a great swap item.

Megan G said...

That tank is incredible! You're rocking it.

Lovers, Saints & Sailors said...

Oh I love it! The lace peeking out at the bottom is just FANTASTIC!

I'd love to see it with Docs too.

C said...

This. Is so BADASS!

Liz said...

Oh my lovely Erin! I just adore this outfit. You're totally rocking it and it really shines through. You look fantastic!

Tootsweet said...

This is one of your best outfits yet! Very flattering and daring. Perfect!

CristyThoughts said...

You look so beautiful! Love this! I really like the way you did your hair with this, too - perfect.

Keep Warm (Danielle) said...

Wowza! You look amazing!!! Who knew that pettipants were sexy!

Laura H said...

okay, so. I've been reading this blog for what? a year maybe?
And you always look fantastic, but this is the first time I've felt compelled to comment.
You are amazing, you look amazing. Fantastic outfit. That is all.

Erin said...

I love absolutely every part of this outfit! You look fabulous, and you SHOULD have body confidence. Rock it, girl!

Anonymous said...

very cute. I love the black crochet and lace. Plus the shoes are good.

April said...

daaaammn you look fine girl! :D

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Anonymous said...

You always look so good, no matter what you have on! It's so awesome that you're able to dress how you want at work...I feel like your style has really evolved since working there, yes?

Debbie Baker Burns said...

This is really cute on you! Debbie http://thriftygirlvintage.com

Courtney said...

You know what, I am totally new to your blog, and I was just scrolling through your pictures... and then I saw this... you look hot! I noticed you said a year ago you would never have had the body confidence to wear this... well, I'm so glad you got over that, because you'd never have looked this good if you weren't brave! I love it!!

Courtney
http://icanbemanythings.blogspot.com