Top: Banana Republic (old, similar, similar)
Bottom: J.Crew Tie-Waist Pencil Skirt – wearing 00 / TTS, hemmed shorter 1.5″
(also here, super similar) both 30% off w/ YESPLEASE
Shoes: Modcloth (old, similar, lower heel option)
Bag: Cult Gaia ‘Ark’ Bag
Earrings: Lisi Lerch Turquoise Tassels (similar tassel earrings)
Watch: Citizen Crystal Silhouette c/o
Sunglasses: Karen Walker ‘Super Duper’
Hair: T3 Whirl Trio 1.5″ Wand (review)
++ all photos were taken by yours truly with this camera, lens, tripod, and remote. ++
edited using Barcelona Lightroom Preset (tutorial)
I can’t believe it’s Monday already! This week is absolutely packed with crazy good sales with 50% off at LOFT right now (code LUCKY50), Amazon Prime Day starting on Monday night, and early access to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale starting on Thursday! I’ll be highlighting my picks for each sale every day and I’ve also updated the Shop tab to include a drop down for the LOFT sale already and will continue to update throughout the week with each of these sales to make it easy for you to navigate! I’m pretty excited for all the deals happening this week but first things first, this outfit!
I picked up this skirt a couple weeks ago and am obsessed with it! The bright colors are perfect for spring / summer and the fabric is slightly textured, making it such that I don’t need to iron it before wearing! It’s 30% off right now (code YESPLEASE) and while I didn’t see it available in petite sizing, I only had to hem the length about 1.5″ in order to get it to fit. For a similar one that does offer petite sizing, I love this one (I bought it too and it’s beautiful!).
Pencil skirts are one of my favorite styles for creating a hourglass shape body (even if you’re not!). Below are my 3 easy tips to faking an hourglass shape body:
1. Add a belt.
Cinching it in at the waist is the easiest way to add some curves! I love this pencil skirt as it adds in a waist tie but even for skirts that don’t, I love adding a skinny belt — it adds a pop of color and even gives lets you get a little creative when it comes to securing it in place (see on me here and here).
2. Invest in a good pencil skirt.
Pencil skirts really hug your lower half and finding one that helps suck it in while accentuating that waist is key. I’ve gone on and on about J.Crew pencil skirts and they’re by far my favorite! They’re nicely structured without being too stiff and have a classic silhouette that’s let me wear them year after year.
3. Go for fit-and-flare
To mix it up, another style I love is the fit-and-flare! Whether it’s a dress or a skirt, the style comes in at the waist while then flaring out below, creating a natural hourglass shape body that’s flattering on everyone!
And before I head into the LOFT sale, I just found my bamboo ark bag in stock!! You’ve seen me style it in just about every look this summer and it seriously goes with everything! Be sure to snatch it up now and trust me, it’ll be your new favorite bag to carry this season!
Top: Banana Republic (old, similar, similar)
Bottom: J.Crew Tie-Waist Pencil Skirt – wearing 00 / TTS, hemmed shorter 1.5″
(also here, super similar) both 30% off w/ YESPLEASE
Shoes: Modcloth (old, similar, lower heel option)
Bag: Cult Gaia ‘Ark’ Bag (dupe!)
Earrings: Lisi Lerch Turquoise Tassels (similar tassel earrings)
Watch: Citizen Crystal Silhouette c/o
Sunglasses: Karen Walker ‘Super Duper’
Hair: T3 Whirl Trio 1.5″ Wand (review)
++ all photos were taken by yours truly with this camera, lens, tripod, and remote. ++
edited using Barcelona Lightroom Preset (tutorial)
And now for the LOFT sale! It’s 50% off nearly everything with code LUCKY50. My picks below (I’m loving this blazer and this pretty dress!):
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What a fun look! Love the bright colors. Great for summer 🙂
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Awwwwwwwseome 😉 the colors are fantastic … it’s an explosion of pleasure 😉
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That skirt is damn pretty. You look amazing.
Vaishali
http://www.vivaciouswish.com/2017/07/10/total-activation/
Yaaas girl! work it! Im loving the bag! its my fave<333
XO, Jessi
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Loving your colorful outfit.
Bernie, xx
The Style Fanatic
Hi Kileen,
I love your skirt. The colors are stunning and you look truly gorgeous. Thank you for the tips!
P.S. I am organizing a link up as well. Feel free to join and share your post.
XO
Miri
http://currentlywearing.com/2017/07/10/another-day-another-gingham-romper/
So beautiful outfit! Loved the tips despite the fact that I am In the opposite site…hihih
Irene
http://www.thedailylace.com
Your tips are on-point, Kileen! I should take a few hints from you, a fellow petite!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Wow! Gorgeous look! Love the colors and pattern of the skirt.
Nice blog, super cute shirt, and lovely bag! Jacqui
http://www.mummabstylish.com
This skirt is so pretty on you!
xo, Joling
Getting a great fitting pencil skirt is key. I also love the idea of adding a belt to a look to create more of an hourglass figure! I love the skirt you have on here!
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Great look! I love this coloful skirt. Renata
Love the colors in your skirt! Amazing look…and the bag is the best.💞
Rosemary
http://www.distinctlysouthernstyle.com
I love this skirt! Also obsessed with your bag!!
Beautiful skirt and heels! And great tips. I personally don’t own a pencil skirt, but I should look into it. Thanks for sharing 🙂
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Great tips. Thanks for sharing them with us. Thanks for linking up to the Top of the World Style linkup party.
I am a huge fan of pieces that create or enhance an hourglass figure! This skirt is so pretty on you and fun for summer. =)
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I hope you are having a great week so far!
Amber
The skirt is absolutely gorgeous, love it! Perfect for this time of the year
beautiful look! so elegant and feminine<3
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