jenny and skylette inspired me to take the plunge and order an exquisitely impractical belt. when one thinks of belts, they are equated to be the useful pieces in our wardrobes. necklaces and bracelets can adorn, but they don't do anything functional except sparkle. this beautiful crystallized citrine belt from anthropologie won't keep my pants up but boy, is it ever beautiful. i showed it to my husband who thought i should get it if i liked it so much adding, "why does it have to be practical anyway?" well, you don't have to tell me twice! boys think so differently, don't they?
outfit - blouse: j. crew, old; belt: anthropologie, here; skirt: j. crew double serge no. 2 pencil skirt, old, similar here; shoes, similar here, here: chanel, old; necklace: mexx, a gift from my friend S
Such a cute piece! I think its a great item to have in your closet! It's a fun alternative to a statement necklace creating interest in your outfit :)
ReplyDeletethank you Tasia! i agree - definitely a statement piece. i can see it being very versatile. xox
DeleteP, I'm loving your outfit and your chanel pumps. Gorgeous!! :D I love the detail of the belt and the yellow sash looks nice with the pink. Such a feminine and pretty outfit!! xoxo, Phoebe
ReplyDeletethank you so much Phoebe! i think i've come to realize.. i really like sparkes. :)
Deleteoh wow - what a stunning piece! it looks great with that skirt!
ReplyDeletethank you Laura! with all of the colours in the belt, i'm sure it will go with many things. having fun playing with it. xox
DeleteWhat a fun belt! It becomes practical if you wear it right?
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yes! see, i knew we got along for a reason!! ;) xox
DeleteLove the unexpected bling on the belt! It totally reminds me of the embellished belts and sashes on bridal gowns. Etsy has some TOTALLY DIVINE sash/belts - wonder if they'd do them in coloured stones?!
ReplyDeletethank you Kay!! oh that's a great idea!! xox
DeleteI think a sparkly belt is a great alternative to necklace. I have one from J.Crew that I love and you have prompted me to wear it soon.
ReplyDeletethank you ajc!! can't wait to see how you style it! xox
DeleteSo beautiful! My husband would ask me who I beat in wrestling! LOL!!!!
ReplyDeleteLOL! at least he'd have said you won! ;)
DeleteThat pink skirt is SO pretty!
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thank you Annie! xox
DeleteI love that citrine color - it is so great to use as a contrast with so many things... pink, navy, neutrals.
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you are totally right - this can be used with many colours! xox
Deletevery cute! i've been thinking of getting a wide belt for, oh, about 5 years. hasn't happened yet! its so perfect for skirts, tho!
ReplyDeletethank you Amber! lol! i hope you get one soon - don't wait another 5 years!! xox
DeleteThat belt looks great with such a pretty skirt! I love that color.
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thank you meredith! xox
DeleteThat belt is freaking fabulous! Love it with the pencil skirt.
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thank you Terri! i adore it. so so fun and sparkly!
DeleteI love sparkly things - that belt is great, but really I want your shoes!!
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lol thank you so much Jen! i love your entire shoe collection! xox
DeleteHead to toe perfection! I love the colors of your skirt and belt together, and the white blouse and color-blocked Chanel pumps are the perfect compliments to it. LOVE it all! xoxo
ReplyDeletethank you Kerry! you are so so sweet! i love when you visit! xox
DeleteWhat great advice from your husband! Why can't mine give advice like that??? I love the colors in the belt with your skirt! So pretty!
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A, it may be sheer function of me wearing him down after being together so long! HAHAHA! :D
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All I can say is WOW! That belt is beautiful, and so is your entire outfit!
ReplyDeletethank you so much Mary-Irene! i appreciate your kind comments! xox
DeleteLOVE this outfit! So gorgeous!
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thank you Katie!! xox
DeleteI love this outfit and the belt. I am so inspired to get this piece now. It looks so couture!
ReplyDeletethank you so much! you are so sweet! xox
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