// Dress: Vintage from eBay // Shoes: c/o BAIT //
I took these photos last week before Chris and I drove down to Tennessee for Kaelah and Mike's wedding. I bought this dress off eBay quite a while ago and it finally showed up in the mail. I was a little bummed when I saw it, though, because rather than being this length originally, it looks like the seller just hacked off the hem to shorten it. I hate that trend, that all vintage dresses need to be reconstructed into micro-minis or hi-low skirts to be ~fashionable. The sellers shouldn't mess with them! I see so many cute dresses that are rendered unwearable because the seller chopped off inches of fabric so that it'd look good on their model in the photos. Ugh, I could go on but I'm sure you get the picture :)
So Kaelah and Mike's wedding was a complete and total blast! It turned out beautifully, even though the weather didn't really cooperate. I brought my camera and took exactly zero photos, so I'll have to wait to see pictures on Kaelah's blog just like you guys! I'm sure they'll be amazing!
Chris and I drove back Sunday, and on Monday I had my last day at work. Yep, I quit my job! It wasn't exactly planned, but the situation there had gotten a little too tense for anyone's good. So I made the decision sort of spur of the moment, but I'm glad I did! I'm in the process of trying to find a new job, so wish me luck!
Today I'm enjoying my first day of "freedom" with lots of cheesy movies and TV on Netflix, some crocheting, a little grocery shopping, and I plan to do some reorganizing and redecorating later on . I hope you're having a great day!!
This dress is really cute on you and I love the color of the shoes along with the dress!
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They cut the hem that short?! I mean you bend over and all your hoo ha is exposed! haha either way, it's pretty cute especially the collar/bow :)
ReplyDeleteI know, it's pretty teeny! I wear shorts under dresses though, so no Britney moments for me :)
DeleteGIRL! YOU GOT SOME GAMS! OK, seriously, you got some great looking legs! I think that you make the dress work. On a hanger, I would be more like "meh, maybe not" but I think it suits you, thought I agree that sellers shouldn't mess with the vintage integrity of the dress before selling!!!
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Holy cow that is super short! Luckily, your legs are rockin'!
ReplyDeleteRegardless of the length the dress is lovely! Also, I was wondering if you dye your hair yourself and if you do what you use. Thanks!!!
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I do dye my hair myself! I really like John Frieda's foam color, but the most recent time I dyed I used Clairol's Nice n Easy because it was a little cheaper. I always use the blue black shade, regardless of the brand :)
DeleteAwesome!!! Thank you sooo much! :)
DeleteOh my god, I totally agree about this whole "reworked" vintage thing! Just leave it be. Why do people have to destroy them?
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This dress still looks absolutely freaking adorable on you. Perfect, really!
ReplyDeleteYou look lovely in that dress! I hate how people think shorter dresses and skirts are way better. They're not!!!! I'm glad you had fun at Kaelah and Mike's wedding! I'm dying to see the photos as well! I must confess I want your hair, haha! It just looks so beautiful! What products do you use for your hair? It looks so healthy!
ReplyDeleteYour hair looks adorable! I love the bluish shade. Also, the dress? Super cute. You pull of the pink stripes well!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean - sometimes I can't wear certain dresses when riding my bike because they are too short!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous dress! I think the length looks really great on you. I agree though, I hate when vintage dresses are altered to look all modern. It's like, they're SUPPOSED to look vintage. If I wanted a modern-looking dress, I'd buy something at Forever 21. :P
ReplyDeleteGood luck on the job hunt! I hope you find a job that you really love!
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That dress is so purdy, love it! :)
ReplyDeleteThis dress is so lovely! Perfect pink and the perfect 60s style.
ReplyDeleteI hate when dresses are reconstructed so haphazardly! Especially because I'm 6ft so it usually means theyre too short for me!
Regardless, this looks great on you!
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Very pretty :)
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Well, if you're looking for a new job, the Volo Antique Mall is hiring for a cashier! ;P
ReplyDeleteThe Volo Antique Mall is hiring for a new cashier! ;P I love the dress!
ReplyDeletecuute! love that dress. you look just adorable :)
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Ah this is so cute!! That dress is so lovely
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Sweet dress <3
ReplyDeleteYou will find a job, don't worry! I will give you office advice if you need it-you know my number!!
ReplyDeleteAnd that dress is cute, but that is still stupid of them to randomly shorten it. Some people!
And I want your hair. So give it to me. :)
you are so stunning!
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You look ge-OR-geous!!! love! love! love!
ReplyDeleteAdorable and unique looking dress. Also- your hair is gorgeous.
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