Hi Loves! I just wanted to come post really quickly before the hectic weekend that consists of swimming and thrifting with J and all the studying I have to do, engulfs me! I have been loving the effortless yet chic style of maxi skirts and dresses this year as you can tell from a bunch of my previous posts. So this dress is no different, except for the fact I attempted to conquer a fear of mine in wearing this strapless halter dress. I know you’re thinking to yourself, “well why did you buy it?” lol! Well I wanted to get rid of this huge insecurity I’ve always had with baring my arms when I first bought this nautical maxi dress in Chicago. But that was over three months ago, and I am just now daring to wear it!! I stare at it in my closet all the time, and find a reason to pass it up for something else. Well I’m over it and I figure at this point, they’re my arms, and they’re not going anywhere so you all get to see them in all their glory lol! I paired my new yellow bubble necklace (I know, I know, I’m the first blogger you’ve seen with it on! Just humor me! :P), my vintage clutch, and nude sandals to finish the look!
PS. I did a slight blow out on my hair to try something new and for a trim so that’s why it’s longer, more wavy, and less curly!
Style Tip: Try and let go of whatever your insecurities may be when it comes to wearing certain clothing items, because chances are, you’re the only one who notices them…And you’ll be missing out on some great options! :o)
Photo Credit: Diana A. |
What I Wore: | Maxi Dress: Marshall’s | Clutch: Vintage | Sandals: Old Navy | Mani: Essie-Camera | Pedi: Sally Hansen- Blue Away | Jewelry: Vintage, JCrew, Gifted, F21, R21 | Sunglasses: Random boutique |
What items of clothing or styles do you find yourself shying away from? I’d love to hear from and chat with you all! Have an amazing weekend loves!
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sharzville
June 16, 2012Love outfit,the neckpiece especially….
Xx,
Sharzville
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June 19, 2012thanks love! 🙂
Candi
June 16, 2012I luv this and I don't show my arms much either. Oh and I have issues with the tube look because I USually can't find a good supportive bra!!! Lol. Candi. Candishopper.blogspot.com
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June 19, 2012i'm glad i'm not the only one! We will get over it together. please don't get me started on tube tops lol!
Oluwaseun S.
June 16, 2012Very chic look! I've also had insecurities with my arms, but I've learned to look past it and embrace it! 🙂
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June 19, 2012Aww I'm glad we're learning to embrace it! thanks Oluwaseun! 🙂
Diana
June 16, 2012I see you decided against my title suggestion lol! Love that dress!!
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June 19, 2012hahahahah! I couldn't do it, but I took your advice on the next post 🙂
MELISSA
June 16, 2012chic look swooning over that necklace
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June 19, 2012thanks Melissa!
D.R.
June 16, 2012that necklace is so cute and sunny
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June 19, 2012thank you D.R.!! 🙂
Kacie
June 17, 2012Love the necklace! I have it in turquoise and want to wear it just about every day! The dress looks really good on you too!
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http://www.kacieskloset.blogspot.com
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June 19, 2012thanks Kacie! I have turqoise too! 🙂 It goes well with a lot of look doesn't it? 🙂
Sweet Melissa
June 17, 2012So pretty! Love your necklace!
xo
Melissa
http://sweetstylesbymelissa.blogspot.com
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June 19, 2012thank you Melissa 🙂
Mide
June 17, 2012This is such a beautiful outfit!
You should show off your arms more
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June 19, 2012aww thank you so much! I'm working on it 🙂
Sal.
June 17, 2012You look great! Love the combination!
xox
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June 19, 2012thanks so much Sal! 🙂
Nish Gibson
June 17, 2012Oh so loving the necklace. Vibrant!
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June 19, 2012thanks Nish! 🙂
Carsedra
June 18, 2012Very cute dress and necklace!!!
Carsedra of:
http://www.embracingtherealme.com/
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June 19, 2012thanks Carsedra! You're so sweet 🙂
Consider Me Lovely
June 19, 2012That necklace is an amazing perfect touch!!
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June 19, 2012thanks so much girly! And for stopping by my blog!
Channing in The City
June 19, 2012SO jealous of your necklace! I'm just having such a hard time committing to that price. I think the next time I get a coupon code, I'm going to get it. I love it on you 🙂 And the strapless dress, you should do it more often 😉
chioma.anosike@gmail.com
June 19, 2012Don't be!! Ill email you how i got it 😉 no way on earth i'm spendin $150 on a necklace lol! and thank you! I think i'm going to!!
Brown Skin
June 20, 2012You're so beautiful !!
Rosa Banana
August 21, 2012Love the pop of yellow, great sense of style)
YOU-NIQUE
May 27, 2013Great outfit Chioma. You always look great no matter what..And your comment about body insecurities resonates with me – I have fat arms so I try to hide them all the time and that limits my options during summer. Would try and be brave this summer. xoxo