i don’t know about you, but when i get dressed, i find that i often play with variations on the same themes. as an example, this weekend i decided to pull on this new polka dot tunic from j.crew and i loved the look of it so much, that both of my weekend outfits revolved around the same piece. it’s essentially the same outfit, but with a few tweaks here and there. i do this type of thing very often because it’s an easy way to get more mileage out of my favorite pieces of clothing. usually i would only share one of the looks, but today i thought it might be fun to show you the different ways i’ve worn the same piece.
this first look is what i wore for a day running errands around town. the sweater is super cozy and i’m obsessed with these two recent acquisitions: an epic vintage equestrian hat that i picked up at a new vintage shop in berkeley, and a pair of rachel comey mars boots in a lovely chocolate brown. i’ve been lusting over this particular style of boots for years, but never got them because i was anxious about the price. i’m glad i finally broke and got them, because they’ve been on my feet since the moment i took them out of the box!
hat: vintage equestrian hat
dress: j.crew retro-dot tunic
sweater: j.crew cashmere boyfriend cardigan
tights: target
shoes: rachel comey mars boots
this second look is a little bit more adventurous. i’ve been playing with the idea of picking up a leopard coat for ages, but somehow felt intimidated by such a flamboyant print, despite that fact that it’s such a classic print that it’s practically a neutral in most people’s closets. now that i have it, i don’t know how i went so long without one! and of course, why not have fun and mix spots with spots? throw in my crazy round sunglasses and a little charm around my neck, and i’m feeling a bit like a new age space case. and i’m not saying that’s a bad thing!
dress: j.crew retro-dot tunic
sweater: j.crew cashmere boyfriend cardigan
shoes: rachel comey mars boots
coat: vintage leopard coat from secret shop
sunglasses: karen walker von trapp
necklace: toujours toi stables necklace
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I like both the looks a lot.
xoxo
I’m so into polka dots right now, loving that dress!!
oh what a wonderful photos! lovely dress!
oh what a wonderful photos! lovely dress
i love the look with the leo coat!
love that dress! leopard and polka dots go together so well!
thanks! when i first put them together, i thought it might be a bit too much, but now i’m obsessed with the combination! spots on spots!
the first look is my favorite!! but i love both ways!! super cute dress!!!
you in that hat, ugh your so cute, you look like mia sara!
oh damn, nice compliment. i’ll take it!
The hat is perfection! And I’m envious of your ability to wear a tunic as a dress! There are alot of dresses that I can barely wear as a dress (curse you modcloth hem lengths). Long legs. Fantastic in some ways, terrible in others.
hehehe, well, if it makes you feel any better, i will forever be envious of ladies with legs that are miles long!
wonderful print mix!
Bises,
monkeyshines
Love the leopard with the dots!
Cute dress but what seriously caught my eye was your leopard print coat. Just fab1
LOVE your outfit – the leopard addition is fab. Found you on bloglovin’ and I’m lovinggg. Keep up the great posts. Xo.
why, hello there! i’m glad you found me! :)
You’re so cute. I like the top look best.
Super cute combinations! I love the polka dots with the leopard!! Really fun!
so cutey wootsy!! did you ever watch the powerpuff girls? you remind me of buttercup.
Love both ways you styled this darling dress.
new vintage shop in Berkeley? what? where? I need to know! :)
unfortunately, i’m not sure what the shop is called because they didn’t have a sign! it’s on san pablo at virginia near that big party supply store!
You totally rock both looks. Damn you can work a hat! x Fran
love it with the hat!
i love both of them! i think it’s a summer thing… rewearing the same easy dress in different ways. i’ve been doing it too!
Xo,
steffy
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Loving the boots. This dress is definitely versatile!
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polka dots and leopard…who knew?! looks so good!
Beautiful dress!
LOVE how both looks are completely different, that tunic is great xoxo
Lovely!
I usually wear outfits simmilars to the first one;)
love
xx
I love these two different styles! I have a very similar dress and I like it a lot, but I always find it looks kind of the same. This has really inspired me to try to match with pieces I normally wouldn’t.
Very well done!
XX Paulina from jumellejumelle
That polka dot dress is awesome. I really like both outfits you styled too. That leopard coat is so fun paired with your adorable dress.
Love your site – and these gorgeous outfits.
Found you through your tumblr which I also love. I think I have a big girl crush on you (and your wardrobe)
Adorable. I don’t care so much for all the Fashion Week news as much as seeing your own fabulous self in your own stylish creations.
I love those looks, but I am just crazy about the one with the leo coat!