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Bohemian Rhapsody

10/20/2013

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Any Queen fans out there? Hehe Well, this title is for you! ;D Today, I'm showcasing the second item I picked out from Choies for review. It's the Basic All-match Cotton Long Vest Dress In Gray and it retails for $23.
I was hoping it would be more like a maxi dress on me, but I'm too tall for it. The dress ends a little bit below the knee on me which is an awkward length, so I simply gathered it in a knot. =)

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The quality of the dress is quite good. The fabric is soft and comfortable and the dress is quite easy to wear. Even worn by itself and gathered with a simple belt, it looks great, in my opinion.
Of course, I had to choose a more complex route. ;D Here, I used the dress as a canvas for intricate layering. The lace, florals, fringe and flyway strips of fabric give this outfit a bohemian flare, while the vegan leather jacket, mixed pattern tights, wedge boots, scarf and steampunk sunglasses provide a much needed edge.

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You may remember the black cardigan from my T-Shirt Fashion Challenge over the summer.
It is a fantastic investment, as there are just so many ways to wear it due to the irregular cut (i.e. short in the front and back; longer on the sides). Each layer of this outfit is either thin or sheer, so the warmest pieces were my scarf and jacket. I felt neither too hot nor too cold on this sunny Fall afternoon. :P

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I enjoyed wearing this outfit. I love the textures with the studs, perforated tights, quilted sleeves and crocheted, fringed poncho. I'm partial to asymmetry, so the irregular cardigan and slanted hem of the dress totally made sense in my mind. Finally, the steampunk glasses served as the cherry on top! :D


Thrifted - Black Cardigan, Scarf, Floral Crop Top (Swap Group) & Lace Poncho (Swap Group)
TIL Darling - Vegan Leather Jacket & Gold Studded Wrap Watch

zeroUV - Vintage Steampunk Circle Flip Glasses in Black/Gold
c/o Choies - Basic Cotton Long Vest Dress In Gray
Hot Topic - Knee High Lace Up Wedge Boots
VJ Style - Gold Studded Barrel Bag
ModCloth - Mixed Pattern Tights


♫ Thank you so much for your comments! Though I may not respond to each one, I read and appreciate all of them! ♫

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18 Comments
Lara Lizard link
10/19/2013 10:26:02 pm

*Raises hand* A Queen fan :D
A cool look, love how you do the layering (I'm not at all that good at making layered looks). The sunnies and the tights are totally awesome :D!
Things from web shops are often too short for me too but you came up with an innovative solution :3
x

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Kristian link
10/20/2013 02:22:55 am

Oh, I recognize this dress! Love the very bohemian look you have given it here.

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Mona link
10/20/2013 06:59:06 am

Oh my goodness, fantastic layering! I simply love this look!

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MaKenzie link
10/20/2013 08:24:40 am

OMG those shoes are to die for! This whole outfit is amazing girly! (:

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Rebecca link
10/20/2013 03:02:09 pm

I may or may not be a tiny fan of Freddy Mercury. :D

You already answered my question as to whether you were roasting in this outfit with all it's layers! :D The crocheted top is totally adorable, btw. And I like the way you added in the floral top - it adds bit of a surprise/unexpected interest (unconventional pairing in my opinion). Love it all as usual!

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The Marcy Stop link
10/21/2013 03:45:26 am

Loving all of these bohemian layers! The look is very Free People. Super creative styling, keep it up!
xx,
<a href="http://themarcystop.blogspot.com.html" >The Marcy Stop</a>

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Anna
10/22/2013 05:12:22 am

Rad! Thanks so much and thanks for stopping by! I'll be sure to check out your blog! <3

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Dana Fashina link
10/21/2013 04:33:01 am

Love that you knotted the dress...adds a whole new appeal to the look

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Amber link
10/21/2013 07:11:50 am

The layering master strikes again (: I have to live vicariously through you in the layering department, because I'm convinced that cool weather will never come to Florida. Also, I love those tights so much!

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Jackie @ Something About That link
10/21/2013 11:51:49 am

It doesn't get more Boho than this look! I'm excited to be following your blog because you have a really edgy, unique style. Love it!

xoxo Jackie
<a href="http://somethingaboutthatthing.blogspot.com">SomethingAboutThat</a>

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Cece link
10/21/2013 04:25:07 pm

Funny you ask about Queen fans. I have been listening to the greatest hits all weekend and talking with my dearest about how Freddy Mercury had the most unique sound and a very wide vocal range. He will forever be the "Champion" in my book as far as singing is concerned. :D

About your look dear. Its ravishing. I love the scarf and lace. Really interesting pairing. I never would have thought this one up. Wicked style!

-Cece

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Anna
10/22/2013 05:08:46 am

Hahaha, nice! That's so awesome! :D <3

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Jenny Lee link
10/22/2013 01:54:20 am

Uhm, this is amazing!! First of all, yay Queen! ;) Secondly, you've officially blown my mind with your layering skills. Every single element here is perfect. The scarf over the crop top is just brilliant. I love all the different textures together!

Jenny Lee
http://thedictioncanary.blogspot.com/

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Ashley link
10/22/2013 05:50:21 am

Hello Grace Jones! You look just like her, here. I hope you take that as an UBER compliment.

xo Ashley

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effie link
10/23/2013 01:50:33 am

I must say it's your best look so far! I love the layering <3

effiesdress.com

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Miranda link
10/23/2013 02:55:44 am

I have the same problem with maxi dresses/skirts being too short on me! I have a plain black maxi skirt that I like to wear knotted like that, but it never occurred to me to try it with tights and boots in the colder months. Genius!

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Nout link
10/24/2013 01:06:47 pm

it's not even funny how stylin you are in this post. Love all the layers and textures!

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Lucy link
10/29/2013 03:31:26 am

That bag is gorrrrrrrgeous!
Lucy X
http://shortgirlhighheels.blogspot.com

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