The Stripes Of My Dreams
photos by charls
so here is my maxi dress that i had my friend lara custom-make for me. i knew i wanted a maxi length, and i initially imagined it to be one of those big, flowy chiffon things perfect for summer. but i saw this nautical-ish fabric and knew i wanted it. lara helped me think of a design that is both stylish and unique…and voila! a one-shouldered number with a foldable sleeve. my favorite part? the little bit of mustard peeking out. perfection. (:
oh and, do excuse the hot, hot mess that is my hair. i really want to do something about it – and soon!
maxi dress – custom-made
lace-up heels – parisian
eel clutch – vintage
April 12, 2011 at 10:14 am
You are SO Stunning!!! Such a Chic look! Also dang your friend is very talented!!
April 12, 2011 at 10:44 am
that is such a lovely dress and you look great in it! 🙂
April 12, 2011 at 10:56 am
I Love your dress! 😀
April 12, 2011 at 11:16 am
you look absolutely gorgeous in that dress! i also love the mustard sleeve!
April 12, 2011 at 11:47 am
Love it!! You are so lucky to have such a talented friend 🙂
April 12, 2011 at 11:54 am
does Lara have a store? She is soooo good. seriously.
she makes simple/cute dresses. This stripes doesn't over power the wearer and you looked so sexy on it.
i like simple cuts. sometimes the one that makes the most impact are the simplest of things.
and i like your hair. and oohhh i love girls that can sport full bangs. so cute.
April 12, 2011 at 12:27 pm
lovely dress, your friend is very talented. and you look great too! amazing photos. hope you have a great day
x
April 12, 2011 at 1:26 pm
Definitely beautiful. 🙂 How tall are you, dear? I've been wanting to wear something maxi but I'm afraid it might overwhelm me. Any suggestions?
Mars of fashion insouciance
April 12, 2011 at 2:40 pm
ohh but your hair looks pretty! i love how messy it looks.. if that makes sense hahaha ;P
April 12, 2011 at 5:23 pm
It fits you so well, you have a very talented friend – I agree, the mustard sleeve is my favourite touch too!
Beth @ Baking and Brogues
xx
April 12, 2011 at 7:27 pm
You're gorgeous Bestie, I swear! 😀
April 12, 2011 at 7:49 pm
W-O-W!!! I so love your maxidress!!! You are absolutely stunning!!!
April 12, 2011 at 8:29 pm
wow you look stunning, dress is unbelievably great 🙂
April 12, 2011 at 10:45 pm
This dress is made for you. PERIOD. It screams BESTIE BESTIE BESTIE!!! Especially with the touch of mustard on the sleeve, can it be more obvious than that? It's so YOU!!:D And you wear it oh so well. I thought I was looking at Nicole Richie's photos. But hey, it's my good bf (blogger friend) Bestie!:) Also, your hair is perfectly messy. Definitely NOT a hot mess 😉
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April 13, 2011 at 1:11 am
the dress is so amazing!! love it 🙂
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April 13, 2011 at 1:32 am
Gorgeous! I love the dress!:)
April 13, 2011 at 3:56 am
lovely!
April 13, 2011 at 4:34 am
love love love! 🙂
April 13, 2011 at 11:02 am
OH. MY. GOD. Jaw-dropping. Stripes, asymmetrical, colour blocking and a maxi? I'm in love! You look absolutely gorgeous in this <3! 🙂 Your friend Lara is so talented!
April 13, 2011 at 11:33 am
The details make the dress and that mustard sleeve just adds the extra oomph to it. You look like you're ready for the Hamptons!
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April 13, 2011 at 12:44 pm
you are always SOO chic girl, i loove this outfit. parisian chic ;), and omg you're amazing, can't believe it's custom-made, so good! 🙂
<3, Kathleen.
April 13, 2011 at 6:04 pm
That dress is beautiful! I especially love the mustard sleeve – such a cute surprise on the dress!
Tanya
http://tardydresser.tumblr.com
April 13, 2011 at 8:25 pm
Oh my, this is literally my idea of the perfect dress! You are stunning! Love the purple pants a few posts down too! Definitely following you back now & thanks for the lovely comment sweet 🙂
April 13, 2011 at 9:51 pm
So so SO envious of that dress! I love the hint of yellow on the sleeve!
April 19, 2011 at 12:39 am
Heyy Bestie!
Catching up on blog posts and this stopped me dead in my tracks. Your most stunning post ever. This dress was made for you. It's classic with pops of quirk. You look so elegant in it. And your figure is perfect for maxis! Slightly jealous over here.
And thanks for your sweet words about my recovery, girl.
Bea from A plus B
August 7, 2011 at 4:34 pm
Your dress is amazing!
xoxo
Thedressingbooth
August 30, 2011 at 9:42 pm
Love the dress and the mustard touch!!! Does your friend have an online shop? This piece is beautiful!! 🙂