Tuesday, February 8

LONG LENGTHS ON A SHORT GIRL

Since I stopped posting last week, the following has occurred:
  • I got sick.
  • I saw nary a snowflake during Snowpocalypse 2011.
  • I celebrated Chinese New Year with the family over dim sum and red envelopes.
  • I bought a new toothbrush.
All highlights, I assure you. My life is exciting.

I also decided to wear this new skirt, though it is thin and summer weight and therefore probably better suited for warmer temperatures, but when have I ever let common sense stop me?

confetti top, f21 [x]
long cardigan, gap [x-ish]
daylight savings skirt, modcloth [x]
studded belt, j.crew
black flats, urban outfitters [x]
monocle necklace, gift
skull ring, ebay
gold bangle, kate spade



In retrospect, I probably should have worn this skirt with some taller shoes like my wedge sandals. Next time, next time...

I'm in love with full-length skirts at the moment and I know this one will be out in regular rotation once spring/summer rolls around. Without the long cardigan, I may be able to pull it off with flat sandals, too... hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm...

Are there any items you're looking forward to wearing once it starts warming up?
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32 comments:

  1. MelissaFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    I love that skirt! I desperately need to find a maxi.

    I honestly haven't even started thinking about spring clothes yet...probably because I live in Florida and it's not all that cold here.

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  2. AllisonFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    OMG, I LOOOOOVE THAT SKIRT! I would immediately copy you and buy it right now if I was certain it wouldn't be knee length on me. The maxi dress/skirt trend is killer on us tall girlies :)

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  3. eekFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Happy new year to you! I was very disappointed that we didn't have any snow last week too.

    I love this maxi skirt on you. You look darling :)

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  4. MollyFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    We missed you. Glad you're better. LOVE the skirt, so elegant and chic. You look amazing.

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  5. DeaFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    You look so so cute in your "I'm back" outfit. The skirt is beautiful and will be perfect for the summer, but until then you've paired it perfectly for winter times. I'm glad you're not sick anymore!

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  6. triciathomasFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    I cannot wait to wear flip flops again! I miss them so much! You look so pretty in your full length and I love your nail polish!

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  7. PamelaFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    I absolutely love this skirt on you!!! It's all about fit and proportion and you've nailed it!!!! I'm showing this outfit to a friend who is a petite little lady like yourself. I really want a maxi skirt!!

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  8. LTFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    i LOVE this outfit! The red cardigan looks so great with it! I wish I had more long skirts. Glad you're back and feeling better. We got an inch of the white stuff and the whole city shut down :) not that I'm complaining...

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  9. TienFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Happy New Year, Amy! You really wear the long skirts well; I'm much too chicken to try. Are you wearing OPI Jade is the New Black? If so, we are nail polish twins!

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  10. Tara B.February 8, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Happy new year AmyK! Sorry to hear you've been feeling under the weather. BUT- you know what? You look so absolutely stunning in this outfit, I mean wow. Seriously, wow.

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  11. jessieFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    ooohhh, I love that skirt, I don't have any long skirt and maybe it is time for me to buy one :P.

    As a Chinese, I have to say happy new year to you!

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  12. PatinaFebruary 8, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    I'm so glad you are feeling better...and you are back with the "fierceness" I love your outfit....the skirt is fabulous. I do want to try and see if I can pull off this look, but I haven't found the right dress or skirt. I can't wait to go shopping for my cute summer dresses that I always seem to find at Marshalls.

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  13. littlemissfanciepantsFebruary 8, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    quel drag amy! i'm sorry to hear you've been sick ~ as you know i've had my fair share of illnesses this winter season, so i can relate. it sucks. this skirt is gorgeous! it looks great with the long cardigan - that color is fantastic on you. personally, i'm DYING to wear bare legs again. i dream of the day i can wear shoes WITHOUT tights. it's so bleep bleeping cold here that i don't foresee it happening soon. :( ~ susan

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  14. gala dressesFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Wedge sandals with red cardigan will be look so cool, I'm also doing a kind of experiment matching and combining some clothes to become a better one.

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  15. RachelFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    You look adorable! The skirt looks really pretty on you, too. :D

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  16. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    I think the skirt looks great on you, even without the heels and I love all the colors you brought together :)

    Hope you are feeling better!

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Hola Kelinda!
    This snow in Texas is no joke, lol!
    That skirt is wonderful! I really like the colors. It looks warm; The monocle necklace is really nifty. This is my first time seeing a piece like that.

    When it gets warmer, I can't wait to wear more skirts. Something about the cold doesn't give me enough motivation to do so.
    --Ciara

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  18. JewishGirlBlogFebruary 8, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Okay, I think I'm officially F21 stunted, because that top looks FABULOUS on you, and I NEVER see stuff like that when I go there.

    You are totally rocking that maxi skirt. Great work!

    I am really looking forward to wearing suede shoes once this slush gets off the ground...although I guess then I'll have to worry about rain...

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  19. VictoriaFebruary 8, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Great outfit. You look like a Spanish flamenco dancer.

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  20. raised by the sea.February 8, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    I'm really just looking forward to wear shorts and sandals outside, rather than having to bundle up with 3+ layers!

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  21. AleshaFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    That skirt is great!! Love it!

    I am just excited to step outside without having to add 3 layers and a coat to my outfit. This whole below freezing weather gets old fast.

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  22. Sara-You, Me and AnthropologieFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Glad you're back to blogging...I missed your outfit posts :)

    How do you always find such cute stuff at Forever 21? I need tips on how to shop that store because I always get overwhelmed and leave empty handed :/

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  23. RonidaFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    I've been on the hunt for a cute skirt - I may be trying that one on! Does that skirt have an elastic waist? If it does, you can always wear as a tube top and belt it for some shape. It would super cute as a flared dress with the detailing at the bottom and a good transition into spring/summer :)

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  24. UnknownFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    way to rock a long skirt! the color combination is great too!

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  25. galsdFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Love the outfit and the monocle necklace. I need to find one...

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  26. vintageglam1234February 9, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    You look great in that maxi skirt Amy. It looks good even without the addition of heels/wedges.
    Well, it's summer here at the moment in oz, although sadly only a few weeks left of it. I'm going to miss wearing dresses sans cardis, tights and boots....

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  27. PinkSassFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    Ahhh girl that skirt on you just looks so beautiful. You know I just love your style!

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  28. UnknownFebruary 9, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    i love this!!!!! that skirt is so fab on you, i would love to try this trend out but not sure if i can pull it off

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  29. Sweet LaundryFebruary 9, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    I had a feeling you might have gotten really sick because you haven't posted in a while. I hope you are back to your old self. You sure do look like you are in this wonderful skirt. I think the longer length looks great. I'm dying to wear sandals! I haven't had a pedicure in ages and it feels so good to expose the feet!

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  30. Sharon ChenFebruary 9, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    yay for long skirts!
    i'm sorry you were sick...the weird thing so was i! glad it's behind us both now:)

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  31. UnknownFebruary 9, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    I love the skirt! Break those 'rules'... :-)

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  32. SherryFebruary 9, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    LOVE THE SKIRT!!! I have trouble styling my long skirt - I am short, as well. But I am in love with long skirts. You Go Girl! Cheers!

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