Second time around

Say hello to my new pink skirt! She used to be a dress, but after making her several summers ago and then never wearing her, I decided it was time to re-purpose her into something I'd actually wear.
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What was the problem with the dress? Well, I just never managed to get it to fit properly in the bust. Which is silly, when you make something, it should fit perfectly - but that is what happens when you just follow a pattern and don't really make adjustments for the thing to actually fit you.
Salmon Halter Dress
The inspiration for the skirt came from this little ModCloth number that I'd wanted very badly last year. I just detached the skirt from the dress, pulled out the zipper, and added a wide black elastic. Easy-peasy.
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I also made this flower belt, it was fashioned after something I'd spotted in J.Crew.
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The Rundown
Skirt Made by Me - Top Gap - Shoes Onex - Belt Made by Me - Earrings Taken for Granite
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Don't you just love twirly skirts?
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46 comments

  1. TaylorApril 27, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    LOVE! Love your analogic color scheme today! Love the skirt! EXTRA love the belt. I am in awe of anyone that can sew/create like this. Beautiful!

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  2. DanielleApril 27, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    I just did did this to one of my dresses too!

    Great job. I love the colours and that belt is fabulous.

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  3. stylenuggetsApril 27, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    My dress-to-skirt ventures don't look this good. And I love twirly skirts on you!

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  4. Closet FashionistaApril 27, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    Love it!!! That belt is pretty awesome too!! :D You're so talented :D
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  5. KellieApril 27, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    I really like all your shades of pink and those are some great DIY skils...the belt is awesome!

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  6. Keep Warm (Danielle)April 27, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    You are a crafting genius superstar! And the colours are so pretty too!

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  7. JodiApril 27, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    you did a great job on that skirt!! I love it.. and I have one kindof similar so now I have an idea for how to wear it too!! Love the twirl photos too!! xoxo J

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  8. EllieApril 27, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    I absolutely love the skirt, the photos are awesome, great job! Love the concept of your blog, I'm definitely following!
    -Ellie

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  9. Courtney ErinApril 27, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Damn you're talented Lady! I seriously love this - the whole look is so flirty and feminine.

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http;//sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

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  10. this free birdApril 27, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    you made that belt?? LOVE IT!! and might i add best color block i've seen yet thank you very much.

    xo,
    carrie

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  11. AnonymousApril 27, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    Very clever! Looks great. Very feminine and summery.

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  12. RachelApril 27, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Wow, all the little DIY touches are really impressive! Such a great outfit, the colors are so sweet and pretty!

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  13. heatherApril 27, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    ooh! i'm so impressed by your clothes-making talent!

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  14. La Fille D'orApril 27, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    I like your skirt and belt much better than the Modcloth and J. Crew versions : )

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  15. Frannie PantzApril 27, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    That is so amazing! You look great. I wish I had your talent. I really like the inspiration piece as well. And the pics are amazing.

    Thanks for sharing!

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  16. AGATA WIJAYAApril 28, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    i love your DIY pink skirt and also your DIY floral belt. they are really nice and look pretty in you<3

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  17. KileenApril 28, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    wow, you're so crafty!! i love this pink skirt and the belt is gorgeous!! you should open up a shot and sell these!! i'd definitely buy one!

    cute & little

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  18. SarahApril 28, 2011 at 1:47 AM

    The skirt version is stunning and so much more versatile! I love how you have all the different tones on top of each other for this outfit. It works so well.

    And yes, I love twirly skirts. (:

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  19. Style EyesApril 28, 2011 at 1:47 AM

    I love this colour combo and the waistbad of teh skirt is beautiful. I think perhaps I need to recraft a few of the unworn items in my wardrobe.

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  20. EmmaApril 28, 2011 at 1:50 AM

    I am loving everything about this outfit! Especially the color scheme.

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  21. oopsgirl51April 28, 2011 at 1:54 AM

    Love your blog, its one of my favorites and your inspiration and suggestions. Your skirt is super cute and its pink. I've taken up sewing slacks again and I'm cross eyed after spending all afternoon getting them to fit. AARRRGHH....but you give me hope! Blessings, Kathy

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  22. AnonymousApril 28, 2011 at 2:05 AM

    Love your new skirt and what a great DIY project. I also love the color combo in your outfit! :) Oh, are you going to remake the dress?

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  23. Natalie SuarezApril 28, 2011 at 2:58 AM

    that skirt is such a beautiful shade! LOVE IT :)


    natalieoffduty.blogspot.com

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  24. ChiccaApril 28, 2011 at 4:05 AM

    So romantic!!!Love this combination of colors!!!
    http://chiccastyle.blogspot.com/

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  25. eekApril 28, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    You are so talented! I think I like your skirt better than the inspiration :)

    I really love your color blocking with the bright colors today!

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  26. The Fancy TeacupApril 28, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    I love full skirts---that self made "dress transformed into skirt" is so pretty, and such a great color on you. The belt is like the cherry on top.

    www.TheFancyTeacup.com
    much love.

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  27. Pam @ over50feeling40April 28, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    This is a great post...way to show everyone how to make it work if you cannot order the item you are desiring...this skirt is wonderful and you creatively made it work!!

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  28. AnneApril 28, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Wow, nice re-purposing of that dress! It looks great, and I like the belt you made too!

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  29. AnonymousApril 28, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    I absolutely love this belt, that is the first thing my eyes fell on and that is what I kept looking at in every single photo. :) YOu are so talented Lyddie.

    Love

    Tashrin
    Twitter - @ishrattrishna

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  30. RenishaApril 28, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    love your skit...used to be cuter when it was a dress too!

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  31. Hazel☺April 28, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    the ribbon design in your top is cute though ;) and yeah twirly skirt for the win :D

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  32. Diana MieczanApril 28, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Twirly skirts are always fun and I adore this skirt. The whole outfit is perfect for summer! Hugs and kisses, sunshine

    Ps: I’m hosting a beautiful jewelry GIVEAWAY today! Just in time for Mother’s Day!

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  33. ArianaApril 28, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    The flower belt is gorgeous, bravo! I love your palette of all different pinks :)

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  34. AmberApril 28, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    I love twirly skirts more than you know. You did another great job with this skirt, your sewing skills never cease to amaze me

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  35. Gracey the GiantApril 28, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    I am so impressed with you right now, I can't even explain it. The outfit yes, but the fact that you made the skirt and the belt? Genius.

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  36. JennyApril 28, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Love all of the bright colors! It makes me look forward to the summer and warmer weather. And I love your craftiness with the top/belt/dress. It works so well. I never would have guessed that you altered it at all because it looks so perfect! xoxo

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  37. rlutzApril 28, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    Love what you did with that skirt...such a great belt, very impressive. Love all the bright color today!!

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  38. IsabelApril 28, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    i need to become a DIYer. i love that u turned the dress into a skirt.

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  39. Chantele Cross-JonesApril 28, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Well I love your new skirt! and your belt is cute too. Your looking so bright and summery today!

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  40. YeriApril 28, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    I'm liking this DIY spirit! And to be perfectly honest I think you can get more wear as a skirt than the dress. The way you paired it with the shirt and belt almost make it look like one of those two-piece dresses!

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  41. UnknownApril 28, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    WOW, GORGEOUS outfit! I LOVE this, and the pinks looks so great together! Great DIY work too! XOXO, www.NatalyasCloset.com

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  42. Shea LennonApril 28, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    I'm loving everything about this--the colors are beautiful, and your sewing skills are impressive! Did you get that Gap top recently? Love it!

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  43. Sarah DeeApril 29, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    wow! This is gorgeous =)

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  44. UnknownApril 29, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Oh no, that's sad about the dress but I love the new skirt! I think I need some twirly skirts in my life! I just got J.Crew May and now am seriously sad that the 20% off expired last week and won't be good for anything this month :(

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  45. srochellephotographyApril 30, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    That skirt is awesome! And isn't it such a great feeling making changes to something so that you actually love it and will wear it?

    Rochelle

    http://rochelleapproved.tumblr.com/

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  46. UnknownMay 1, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    I just discovered your blog and its so divine I am LOVING this pink skirt and the colour palette...lovely and inspiring xxx

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