stripey & strappy
July 14, 2011 at 8:06 pm 10 comments
Sometimes when I’m bored, I go to Target. Terrible habit. But it’s a 5-minute walk from my apartment! So last night, when my plans were in flux, I walked in for no reason and walked out $93 poorer. Oops.
But I also walked out with this little number:
Draped Double Layer Tank Dress (Grey/Pebble): Mossimo (size M). It mystified me on the hanger, what with its curious double layer/tank lining, but trying it on was a pleasant surprise – especially considering the stripes… cuz that’s a lotta stripes.
Here you can see the draping/tank layer a bit better. This dress is SO unbelievably comfortable. And a decent length. And price. I’ve got hips, so I was a bit unsure about it, but the waist and the drape and gather of the skirt was also pretty flattering. Plus I think it’ll be really versatile.
I dressed it up with my snazzy strappy heels:
The Söfft Rachelle sandal.
And a gorgeous,colorful necklace:
Ann Taylor Loft, a while back. This was a steal. I had been eyeing all the orange-pink ribboned jewelry for some time, but it was all like $36 minimum. I think this one was maybe even $48. Never. No way, not for plastic and ribbon, sorry. But it went on clearance, and I happened to stumble in right as it was something like an extra 40% off of clearance. Score!
How about you – find any awesome deals lately?
Entry filed under: What I Wore. Tags: Ann Taylor Loft, black, dresses, grey, heels, jewelry & accessories, Mossimo, orange, pink, Söfft, shoes, sparkly, stripes, Target.
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Lauren White | July 14, 2011 at 8:19 pm
Banana republic on michigan ave had 40% off of their clearance last week…I walked out with a few hundred dollars of clothes for $60! I was in heaven.
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Cara | July 14, 2011 at 8:22 pm
agh! amazing! I try to avoid Banana because of the prices, but it sounds like I should have checked it out this time. Glad you got some steals!
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Mom | July 15, 2011 at 6:14 am
So cute Cara!
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Cara | July 15, 2011 at 8:06 am
why thank you :)
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Amelia | July 19, 2011 at 4:35 pm
I haven’t found any deals because I’m not supposed to be shopping… but I do love Sofft for cute and COMFY heeled sandals, I see you’ve found them too!
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Cara | July 19, 2011 at 11:14 pm
yes! there are some seriously cute ones if you look.
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Whitney | July 25, 2011 at 1:26 pm
I have that same little bad habit–and I often come out with a light wallet and slightly confused as to how I spent as much as I did!
Love the dress–that necklace is a great statement piece with it!
Whitney
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Cara | August 3, 2011 at 7:49 pm
oh Target, ever the temptress! and thank you!
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browneheather | September 28, 2011 at 6:17 pm
I TRIED THIS ON AND DID NOT HAVE THE SAME RESULT. I believe I uttered profanity at the dress, the double-layer drapes, the mirror, etc. And then bought something else (equally cute).
:)
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Cara | October 3, 2011 at 2:09 pm
It’s totally tricky, for sure! It really depends on the day – sometimes I think it looks great; sometimes… well, sometimes I have the same reaction you did! :) glad you were able to walk out with something cute, though!