Cupcakes and Cashmere

Shadowed Pleats

January 24th, 2011

Vintage Sunglasses, No Name Earring, Madewell Dress and Belt, Foley + Corinna Bag, Philosophy di Alberta Feretti Sandals

Occasionally I’ll buy something based simply on how twirl-worthy it is.  I wasn’t sure how practical a long, pleated dress would be in L.A., but it’s surprisingly one of the most versatile pieces I now own.  I throw it on during the day with just a belt and pair it with a leather jacket and red lipstick for nights out.  Since we spent the weekend running errands and completing house projects, I needed something that would easily transition from the flea market to brunch.






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  • http://lola-starrrr.blogspot.com/ Lola Starr

    This is one of my favourite outfits. The dress is gorgeous! X

  • http://www.katie-belle.blogspot.com Katie*Belle

    Oh, this dress is perfection!

  • http://thetailoredtwo.blogspot.com The Tailored Two

    this dress is beautiful on you. totally jealous of it and the gorgeous weather.

  • http://www.snappyandsavvy.blogspot.com Vanessa

    The sheerness and pleats in this dress are beautiful. I like how you’ve taken a very elegant dress and with the addition of a slightly more utilitarian belt transformed the entire look into everyday wear. That’s amazing use of one accessory for a wow-impact!

  • http://www.novembergrey.com november grey

    Oooh! I love it! such a perfect item to own!

    xx

    November Grey

  • http://laurrenwelch.blogspot.com laurren

    Lovely!

    Now, if only I were a little bit taller. At 5’4, I almost always feel like I’m being swallowed by fabric in maxi dresses!

  • http://tickledpinktracey.blogspot.com/ Tracey

    I absolutely love this dress! It is so versatile! I am really short (5’1), so I kind of have a fear of maxi dresses. I can always dream though, right!?

  • http://www.thebeautylover.blogspot.com Maria Ana

    I never considered a long dress, but I guess I have to change my mind!

    visit me;)
    thebeautylover.blogspot.com

  • http://texasprep.blogspot.com Ashley Lauren

    I love that dress and that BELT!! You look fabulous in that outfit and are so gorgeous!!! I just love your blog Emily! xoxo
    texasprep.blogspot.com

  • http://iambackstage.blogspot.com/ Yorien

    I have a back skirt like that too. It’s gorgeous! But it’s tough combining it in the winter… Does anyone have ideas for me :) ?

    http://iambackstage.blogspot.com/

  • Callie

    Love. One of your best looks EVER.

  • http://intermediatetones.blogspot.com Alba

    Love this dress!

  • http://fashionfittingroom.blogspot.com Brandis

    This IS a great dress.

    fashionfittingroom.blogspot.com

  • http://pump-fashiondiary.blogspot.com Vanessa da Silva Miranda

    so lovely your dress! i alwaus come here at your corner for some inspirations. love your style and your pictures.
    Vi // pump-fashiondiary.blogspot.com

  • http://atomicamag.com kelsea

    absolutely love this kind of billowy, pleated skirt.

  • http://luckylucychance.blogspot.com/ Sarah

    Seeing you in this dress makes me so jealous! You look great and the fact it’s warm enough where you to wear it, are while us East Coasters sit under blankets of snow isn’t fair! Enjoy the warm weather out there for us snow bunnies. xoxo

  • http://www.officialsunshine.com/ Amanda

    Cute outfit- LOVE the earring!

  • http://www.thesidewalkismyrunway.com Emma

    gorgeous dress, I love the pleats!

    Emma
    TheSidewalkIsMyRunway

  • http://loveliveandwear.blogspot.com Elle

    Love how you tied your belt….my girlfriend makes adorable belts you tie off…when she makes an etsy shop I will email you the info….you’d love them :)
    http://loveliveandwear.blogspot.com

  • http://loveliveandwear.blogspot.com Elle

    Love this dress!

  • http://www.bighugstudio.blogspot.com Ella

    I love that belt and the dress is so classy yet relaxed.

    http://www.bighugstudio.blogspot.com

  • Mary Katherine

    i really love when you include your nail polish color…i am a fan of funky colors, i rarely wear reds or pinks and you always have great unique color on your nails :)

  • http://www.walkingdotblog.com Giedre

    Hi hi! Just found your blog and I’m really enjoying it! :) Keep up the good work! (also – GREAT dress!)
    -giedre
    http://www.walkingdotblog.com

  • Akemi

    You look stunning :)

  • http://www.toindigo.blogspot.com Indigo

    The dress is gorgeous! I love my twirling skirts with sandals in summer and tights and ballet flats in winter.

    http://www.toindigo.blogspot.com

  • http://www.amazedandconfused.com/ nina

    I love this dress, it screams my name..have to get one..
    xo Nina
    http://www.amazedandconfused.com/

  • http://lauralexo.blogspot.com Laura

    Love that dress so much!!! Beautiful :)

    Xoxo

  • http://thehybridize.blogspot.com thehybridize

    Lovely dress:)

  • http://thewhimsis.blogspot.com/ The Whim’sis

    OMG!!!!!!!
    I love your dress sooooo much!!

    —>>> http://thewhimsis.blogspot.com/ <<<—

  • http://modamusthave.blogspot.com Priscila Santana

    So beautiful!
    oxoxox
    Pri

    modamusthave.blogspot.com

  • http://aquadimaredreams.blogspot.com Andi

    One of my favorite looks, so simply and perfect!

  • http://www.glamorsham.blogspot.com GiGi Reed

    Great purchase. Love your belt, too!

    http://www.glamorsham.blogspot.com

  • http://flysongbird.blogspot.com debi

    just gorgeous!

  • robi

    You’re absolutely PERFECT!
    <3

  • http://www.stelladot.com/shante Shanté Lanay, Stella & Dot Independent Stylist

    I love this outfit! Stylist and practical….. I can’t stop thinking of all the jewelry that could be paired with it.

  • http://www.stellashops.com Carla

    Love love love that dress! So versatile. With temps near 100 already in Nashville, I’m wishing this dress was mine!

  • http://sweetraspberryjam.blogspot.com/ Raspberry Jam
  • Kristina Vogel

    Hey, I’m sticking on your site sinces 2 days. I think it’s awsome! Now I see this photo and I think, somehow not much changed in fashion since 2008. What ya think?
    love and greets from germany xoxo