I’ve actually been on a three week shooting hiatus so I decided today was the day to get off my behind and and put it in this wild midi number from Lil Muse. I have to admit, I’m not a big animal print person … I think this is the first animal print that has ever made its way into my wardrobe. Animal print frankly scares me but I threw myself in the deep end by trying out a double animal print mirrored midi body con skirt. What a mouthful! All full of words that usually do not exist in my closet vocabulary!
Making a statement can be terrifying. Committing to pink hair, a sleeve tattoo or a house made of glass would be impractical for most of us. For those brave souls who have that level of commitment, I applaud you. That doesn’t mean the rest of us can shy away from standing out every once in a while and I honestly can’t think of a better non-permanent form of expression than the way you dress. So go on, try that tucked away piece in your wardrobe and let that feeling of liberation wash over you.
Initially, when I started SS I was determined not to put outfit details at the bottom. I wanted SS to be simply a source of inspiration not an add to cart type of a site. More recently, I have been receiving messages and emails asking me where certain details are from so from this day forth, I will try my best to put details at the bottom. Keeping in mind, I’m just a broke student so sometimes my stuff is from two seasons ago and will not be available anymore. Today’s outfit however is still available online so I definitely recommend you check out the top and shoes since they are heavily discounted!
Top: Cotton On KN Alanis Cut Away Crop Skirt: (c/o) Lil Muse Snake of Paradise Skirt Shoes: Betts Slave Heel in Stone
Wow I thought this was a dress at first! From Kookai or somewhere similar 🙂 that skirt is such a masterpiece and I’m loving the head-to-toe grey! xx
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Haha I can see why! It definitely has very Kookai vibes. Thanks so much Naeun xx
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Woah! What an incredible outfit. So stunning! So much detail
xo naomi — http://www.naomiinwonderland.com
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Thanks Naomi xx
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Hi sweetie!
You look stunning, I’m love with that skirt!
Kisses,
Maggie D.
Fashion Blog Maggie Dallospedale fashion diary
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Aw thanks Maggie!
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This skirt looks so stunning on you! I love the print!
xo Bry
BrightonHillNaughtyandNice
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Thanks so much Bry xx
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The skirt is just gorgeous!! And I love the way you paired it with the grey top 🙂
Xoxo
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Thank you Paris! xx
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I like how you kept the other pieces simple and let the skirt speak for itself. Great styling!
https://edgeofchic.wordpress.com/
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Clashing prints definitely crossed my mind but I’m glad I didn’t go that route lol. Thanks gem xxx
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Wow. I’m madly in love with the details. So amazing. You look fantastic. Thank you so much for your lovely visiting:).
Have a wonderful day:).
Oxox Tanya
http://attraction2fashion.com
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Of course, your blog is on point! Thank you and you too xx
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It really is a feeling of liberation, doing/wearing something out of your element.
But I must say, you make it look so natural, so easy, it’s like, well damn, why NOT animal prints?
😀
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HAHA this skirt was actually such a nightmare to pair but I’m glad it turned out ok. Thanks Dana xx
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Love the skirt!! It is just perfect!! And you have combined lovely with that simple grey shirt!!
Have a great day!!
XoXo
http://www.colourvibes.com
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Thanks for dropping by gem!
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such a lovely outfit!x
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thanks gem x
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Love everything about this look! From the pencil skirt (it´s incredible, perfect colors, padrons, everything!) to the back of your top! 🙂
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Aw thanks gem xx and good eye for noticing the exposed zipper!
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Wow the skirt is amazing!! Love the birds design and how chic is the snake skin print. Definitely a head-turning piece! 🙂 xo~ Lena
http://www.felinecreatures.com
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Hi Lena! I know its surprising but it works and thank you gem xx
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I also wanted to adopt the philosophy of relying on how I style pieces to be the driving force of my blog and not waste time putting links, affiliated or not, at the bottom of each photo set. But you’re right, people ask questions and it’s easier to plan ahead. This is why I avoid photo sets of “Gift Ideas.” They can be horribly transparent, if posted often. You have exquisite style and look absolutely incredible in this skirt. It’s as if you’re wearing art.
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Yeah you totally get me! I personally think wish list or must have posts are so lazy. Thanks so much, I’m so flattered gem! xx
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You look fab, girl! And I’m borrowing the skirt off you some day aha :*
Love, Adela xx
http://www.styliminal.wordpress.com
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Aw thanks babe!! And of course take it anytime haha!!!!
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Love the vibrantly colored mirroring prints of this skirt, it’s a really striking and gorgeous design! You look great!
Prudence
http://www.prudencepetitestyle.wordpress.com
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Thanks Prudence xx
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What a lovely outfit! 🙂
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Thanks gem x
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I agree! Wearing a statement piece can be intimidating and I usually shy away too but on the rare ocasion I try something new it makes me feel good bout my self for trying:) I think that outfit looks great on you, you rocked it! I loved this post and am really interested on reading more from you!
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I agree! It can be intimidating to wear a statement item, but that outfit it beautiful and I really love how you styled it;) looking forward to read your next post!
http://www.wanderwithlove.co
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Aw thanks so much Erika!! Right back at you bub! xx
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What a fab skirt, lovely!!
http://www.stylemesenseless.com
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Thanks Luisa, you’re so lovely x
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You look amazing!!! That skirt is so cool, it looks like something straight out off of a fashion catwalk, at least that is how I would feel if I was wearing it 😉 I don’t know about you, but when I started getting into bold statement peices they also made me feel really bold too? Haha, wherever I walked was done with such purpose 😛 I love this look so much 🙂
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Hi Jasmine! Ooh yes, I do know what you mean – that’s one of my favourite things about dressing up 🙂 Thanks for dropping by your comments never fail to make me smile! BTW, have you checked our Barbie’s Instagram yet?
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Yes I went straight on after I read your comment and had a look, it is so cute!!
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this is such a cute outfit! i love tops with that kind of shoulder cut i think it adds such a feminine feel! 🙂
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Thanks Annie Lee x
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I fell in love with this outfit when I saw it on your instagram, it is so beautiful! I want to buy it too haha
xxx
Camilla
http://avenuecamilla.com
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Thanks Camilla it really is super lovely xx!
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Wow, so in love with this dress on you. It may not be your typical piece but so gorgeous, and you’re right, fashion is the best thing to play with. We love that you can be something new everyday if your heart desires.
xx 365Hangers
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Thank you! Yes I love that, thats why I decided to go with smorgasbord as part of my name!
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I feel like ‘double animal print mirrored midi body con skirt’ should be used as a tongue twister haha. But you pull it off so well! Werk it gurll 😉
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