Look Sharp, Sconnie - Midwestern Fashion Nerd, Chronic Over-thinker

Skirting Sophistication.

Lately I have been consumed.
By a whale. 

PSYCH. 

So gullible. 

Nope. 
Actually, by skirts. 
It began during my Parisian summer. Thrifted leather minis errday.

It steadily progressed, however, into a more practical rendition falling no higher than two inches above the knee. (thank you adult employment)
My favorite part is that there's something so inherently feminine about it - so assumedly formal and figure-flattering. 
Frankly, everything I'm not.

That's what makes it so perfect. I'm instantly able to slap sophistication in the face. 
One bulky sweatshirt or a baggy tee, a torn top or a mini midriff-baring bralette - and I instantly comment ironically (or what I'd like to think might be the meaning of ironically) on the formerly stifling woman's wardrobe staple. 
 

I almost wore this with sneakers, actually. A double-cheek slap, if you will. But the maroon & royal blue combo with which I'm currently infatuated was calling much too loudly to be ignored. 
wearing: skirt: Anthropologie, sweatshirt: thrifted, boots: Zara, necklace: Target, hat: H&M
So what say you, boos?
Skirts: Liberating or limiting? Too traditional? Or can they be revamped?
A-line? Pencil? 
The chicken or the egg?


Chip chip cheerio. 


PS: Check this outfit out in the NYT slideshow :) 






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11 comments:

  1. CollectionsOctober 26, 2012 at 3:54 AM

    Pencil. Totally can be revamped. Love this.

    Collections

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  2. CravingforbarneysOctober 26, 2012 at 5:09 AM

    You look amazing!

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  3. VALERIE WANGOctober 26, 2012 at 5:54 AM

    love this look!soooooo pretty!that top is gorgeous!


    and sorry for the late reply,i'd love to share my thoughts of colette!i think it's definitely a shame not going there.you're right about the price.but actually the super expensive price is mainly for clothing.they also sell books,cds,iphone case,camera,perfume,nail polish,cosmetic,and something interesting.so the price varies a lot.take me for example,i got an interesting lip balm of cupcake flavor,which was 4 euros.even if you don't buy anything,it's pretty nice to just hang around there,after all,it's seen as a fashion spot in paris.ah and they have cool window display as well and they change it regularly,like every week!

    http://lustforgourmandise.blogspot.com/

    xxxx

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  4. NorbyahOctober 26, 2012 at 6:06 AM

    i live in skirts....of all lengths and styles. i think they can be revamped, restyled, dressed up, dressed down. i like how you've styled yours. great necklace, too, by the way.
    xo
    n

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  5. B Allen @ What2WearOctober 26, 2012 at 8:11 AM

    several things: 1. that sweatshirt is AWESOME 2. you have definitely revamped the skirt and 3. and i love this entire outfit!!!!
    brooke @ what2wear

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  6. cyeomsOctober 26, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    i feel like that velour jumper could dominate any outfit ever and i deeply want it.

    pencil skirt, crop top and oversized man/grandma cardigan is another favorite ^.^

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    1. Gabrielle @ LookSharpSconnieOctober 26, 2012 at 4:53 PM

      I LOVE that you call them jumpers.

      My vocabulary is definitely in store for a much-needed makeover.

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  7. Sheryl LukeOctober 26, 2012 at 3:40 PM

    ok, so this is it! I am glad I stumbled upon your blog, loooove it. Super fun and interesting. Following you now love.

    RAY-BAN sunglasses ( valued up to $180) GIVEAWAY on my blog, i would love for you to enter and hopefully win it!!
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    Sheryl

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  8. melissaOctober 26, 2012 at 6:56 PM

    loe this look! I have a giveway on my blog check out how you can win it x

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  9. NATALiJA WANTS YOU! ♥October 26, 2012 at 9:07 PM

    super pretty :)

    ♥♥♥♥♥

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  10. Kate K-LoOctober 27, 2012 at 4:12 AM

    obsessed with this look!
    loving caps at the moment also! x

    http://springchildren.blogspot.com.au/

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