Pretty in Pink

Jacket- Forever 21 (similar), Top- Primark (similar), Skirt- Dorothy Perkins (similar), Booties- Dolce Vita, Bag- Michael Kors, Bracelet- J.Crew Factory

I am now fully convinced that short girls can wear midi skirts. I'm 5'3" with hips, so I try to be pretty conscious of wearing things that make me look shorter or wider. Regardless, I decided to try out the full midi trend with this skirt in pastel pink, and I love it! The skirt hits a little past my knees so I didn't feel totally overwhelmed by it.  I like that the waistband is tight and lays flat. I don't need anything that's going to poof out around my hips! For me, the key to successful styling was to wear it pretty high on my waist, and I said no to flats and went with a shoe that has about a 4 inch heel.

I'm not sure I'll be picking up any more fuller midi skirts as they aren't the most versatile pieces, but I am no longer afraid of the length. The secret to pulling it off really is in the styling. I'm excited to see what other outfit combinations I can create with this skirt!

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Day to Night: Floral, Neon, & Stripes

Top- Dorothy Perkins (similar 1, 2), Jacket- Forever 21, Shorts- J.Crew Factory, Sandals- Target, Watch- Fossil

Skirt- Forever 21 (similar), Heels- Zara (similar), Green Necklace- (similar), Neon Bracelet- J.Crew Factory, Pyramid Bracelet- Target

Photography: Envision Images

Happy weekend everyone!

Linking up with Trend Spin, Amy, Amber, Christina, Tara, Bonnie, and Kristen!

<3 Katie

Europe Haul: Jewelry and Purses

Continuing my Europe haul from yesterday, I'm going to show my purses and jewelry today! I didn't expect to buy purses in Europe just because they aren't exactly backpack friendly, but I found four bags I fell in love with!

Nude patent handbag from Mango in Rome

 

Koan crossbody bag from Coin in Rome

Large Koan tote bag from Coin in Rome (this was a great carry on for some of my clothing purchases!)

Mint studded bag from Primark in London

I also picked up a few pieces of jewelry.

Statement earrings from Dorothy Perkins in London

rhinestone stud earrings, flower drop earrings

Matching necklace and bracelet from Primark in London

Evil eye charm necklace from Elias and Panos in Athens

And last but not least, I spoiled myself a bit with these earrings from the Ponte Vecchio bridge in Florence!

Happy Friday!

<3 Katie

Mixed Prints

I fell in love this this dress as soon as I saw in on Dorothy Perkins website and I'll admit, I broke my shopping ban with this impulse buy. I couldn't pass it up! I've been browsing their site a lot in preparation of going to their actual store in London in a few weeks! I love the mix of the black and white print in the center of the dress with the floral print on the sides.

Blazer- Gap (similar), Dress- Dorothy Perkins, Heels- Sole Society

Necklace- Francesca's (similar here, love this), Bracelet- Forever 21 (similar)

If you've never browsed the Dorothy Perkins site, I highly recommend it! Their dresses are AMAZING and most are very affordable.

Linking up with Amy at Coffee Beans and Bobby Pins, and:

 

 

<3 Katie