Spin me round

When I saw Delayed Missives' new pencil skirt with an exposed zipper in back, I immediately knew I had to take my front zipper pencil skirt and spin it around to the back. It felt instantly sexier. One of my coworkers told me I looked like a Dolce and Gabbana model. I'm not sure if this look really fits in with their current add campaign, but it's a compliment and I'll happily take it.

Also, I am aware that the elements of today's outfit are identical to those of yesterdays outfit. I actually didn't realize that I'd put on a dolman sleeve top with a pencil skirt, statement necklace and thick strapped sandals until it was too late to change - but you know what we always say, when a silhouette works...

Spin me 'round Spin me 'round Spin me 'round Spin me 'round Spin me 'round Spin me 'round
The Rundown
Top TJMaxx - Skirt H&M - Sandals Onex Joan-2 - Necklace c/o Kie & Kate "Stormy Sea" - Cuff Max and Chloe Busy Bee via Style Symmetry Giveaway - Sunnies Betsey Johnson - Earrings TJMaxx
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  1. HeatherAugust 24, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Love the outfit! Exposed zippers are a touch I'm a big fan of, too.

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  2. VanessaAugust 24, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    D&G model is such a nice compliment. Way to go, coworker!
    I like this silhoutte that you have perfected. It does indeed work! And, I love the turned around zipper -- good idea on a way to re-wear a piece!

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  3. NettyAugust 24, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    You look great. Exposed zippers will always be a favorite of mine. Hey, I e-mailed about that necklace (the one you're wearing in this post and feature in your sidebar) and never heard back from the contact that you have listed :(

    - TFE
    http://www.thefashionableesq.blogspot.com/

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  4. eekAugust 24, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    Very inspired! And more fabulous photos. I hope you haven't had any more trouble with weird old men!

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  5. The Fancy TeacupAugust 24, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    Hellooooo, D&G model :) The back zipper is a smoldering hot accent.

    ♥, Jamie
    www.TheFancyTeacup.com

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  6. UnknownAugust 24, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    I think I like the zipper in the back best!

    Hey, it's it not broke don't fix it! Who would have thought that something my Dad used to say would apply to getting dressed? He'd be so pleased! ;)

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  7. mary louiseAugust 24, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    in love with this! the shirt is fantastic

    http://styleaccordingtome.blogspot.com

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  8. BonBon Rose Girls KristinAugust 24, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    You just added to my fall wish list lady!

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  9. AnonymousAugust 24, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    Fabulous if you find a silhouette that works stick with it! Love the white version of the stormy sea necklace. You look wonderful!!

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  10. Bravoe RunwayAugust 24, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    OH man...you got that skirt at H&M? I am forever searching for the perfect pencil skirt with the zipper up the back! It looks hot...really.REALLY.HOT!

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  11. Closet FashionistaAugust 24, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    Oooh looooove this outfit! You look awesome!
    http://aclosetfashionista.blogspot.com

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  12. allieAugust 24, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    This silhouette is perfect, why mess with a good thing? I think I like the exposed zipper in the back better than in the front, honestly!

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  13. Courtney ErinAugust 24, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    I love that skirt with the zipper in back! Nice work on just rotating the skirt.


    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  14. Keep Warm (Danielle)August 24, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    That back zipper is perfect!!! I can't believe how amazing it looks!

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  15. palmandpineblogAugust 24, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    I love the black and white striped blazer you recently purchased - great choice! The skirt you're wearing in today's post is too cute...I'm a fan of exposed zippers! :)

    xo, tasha
    twenty-something blog

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  16. AnonymousAugust 24, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    Yes, love the zip at the back. Nice outfit!

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  17. Frannie PantzAugust 25, 2011 at 12:51 AM

    D&G don't have nothing on you girl! I love the dolman sleeves, the exposed zipper, the whole she-bang. I love this on you! And your smile shines through the pictures.

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  18. AllyAugust 25, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    I really like this look together. I wouldn't change it. As always you look gorgeous.

    xo veritableally.net

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  19. MimiAugust 25, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    it does look sexier with the zipper on the back! ;)

    and i do find that i often keep wearing silhouettes that flatter my body. hey you're right, if it works, why not? ;)

    <3, Mimi
    http://whatmimiwrites.blogspot.com/

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  20. the nyanzi reportAugust 25, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    wonderful outfit.

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  21. Nikki | The Ginger DiariesAugust 25, 2011 at 4:45 AM

    ...it works! I love it :) Whenever I look at you I truely envy your feminine curves. You look incredible wearing pencil skirts! x

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  22. Madeline QuaintAugust 25, 2011 at 5:09 AM

    There is definitely truth in your colleague's comment! You're gorgeous! The silhuette and the b&w... Great outfit!

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  23. StefanieAugust 25, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    The black and white combination looks fantastic but I really love your top! I think it's the texture and the sleeves that I really like! :-)

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  24. bohemian vanityAugust 25, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    Wow super nice photos and adorable outfit !!! XOXO

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  25. TaraMixandMatchAugust 25, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    I'm in love with this entire outfit...totally gorgeous, you look stunning!

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  26. Pam @ over50feeling40August 25, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    I wrote my post today about a consumer advocate who thinks zippers like this are a con from the fashion industry to save money...con or not, THIS LOOKS FABULOUS ON YOU and if it helps the economy, even better!! You look great!

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  27. mispapelicosAugust 25, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Loving that expose Zipper.
    XXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  28. UnknownAugust 25, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    What a great idea!!! It's gorgeous! ~Serene

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  29. AJ TAYLORAugust 25, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    i love your necklace. you look gorgeous.

    http://myafricancloset.wordpress.com

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  30. Style JourneyAugust 25, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Love zippers and pencil skirts! Take the model compliment too! You could definitely be one :)

    Heather

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  31. AnonymousAugust 25, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Totally gorgeous. I need a skirt like that. Like, yesterday.

    Melanie@Unravelled Threads
    Follow @UnraveldThreads on twitter!

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  32. Neris / Fashion FractionsAugust 25, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Stunning outfit! the necklace is amazing!

    xxx,

    Fashion Fractions

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  33. KatieAugust 25, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Love that skirt, the zipper is such a nice touch! xo

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  34. Beck, At Her BestAugust 25, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    What a cool "spin" on how to wear your skirt (har har). It is an awesome outfit and you look fabulous!

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  35. EllieAugust 25, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    LOVE this outfit. And I totally found out about the earthquake from Twitter as well..haha...even if I hadn't..my step mom called literally 3 minutes later to find out if I was "living."

    -Ellie

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  36. Marisa NoelleAugust 25, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Ha, that's pretty sweet- well your are gorgeous!! Loving that statement necklace. Such a pretty piece. Also your top!! I love TJ Maxx!! They have definitely been stepping it up lately:)

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  37. BellaAugust 25, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Great idea! The skirt looks very chic like this.

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  38. UnknownAugust 25, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    I love my new back zipper skirt but I think side zip are cool as well. Mine won't work like that but yours might!

    A long time ago The Sartorialist posted about the personal silhouette, and I really like the idea of that. This could be one of yours!

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  39. OliviaAugust 25, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    This outfit is great, that necklace gives basic black and white an extra punch!

    Liv @ bklynlifestyle.blogspot.com

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  40. AmberAugust 25, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    cute skirt and I really do like that top on you. I have a love/hate relationship with dolman tops. They just look funky on me. You clearly do not have this problem.

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  41. The Closet ShopperAugust 25, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    What a brilliant idea to turn the skirt around. I agree with your co-worker that you look like a Dolce and Gabbana model.

    xo,
    Tracy

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  42. StinaAugust 25, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Nice photos.:-)
    Stina

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  43. geetabixAugust 25, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    I didn't believe it till I saw it but it IS sexier with the zipper in the back. How? Why? Looks great :)

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  44. ShasieAugust 25, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Very cute idea!! That's a long zipper even for the front!
    Shasie of Live Life in Style

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  45. silvergirlAugust 25, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    love the exposed zipper
    i am wearing a dress with an exposed zipper to a big b'day bash for a friend in sept
    can't wait
    brett

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  46. Gracey the GiantAugust 25, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    You're right, the silhouette just works and the back zipper is super-sexy. Love this outfit on you.

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  47. UnknownAugust 25, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    The silhouette definitely works perfectly for you! And that skirt looks amazing turned around, I'd have thought it was made that way!

    Shopping and Spreadsheets

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  48. AlysonAugust 25, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    genius move on turning it around; you look awesome!

    alyson
    www.theaveragegirlsguide.com

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  49. UnknownAugust 25, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    pretty necklace!


    www.thedaileigh.blogspot.com

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  50. So Work Week ChicAugust 26, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    How do you come up with this stuff, it is genius. You do look very D&G.

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  51. JessAugust 26, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    I love this outfit. I love the rough edge that an exposed zipper provides. The white dolman sleeved blouse is the perfect compliment to the skirt.

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  52. kAugust 27, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    I lOVE that skirt!

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  53. StyleIDnetAugust 27, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    love it! top and skirt are EPIC!

    http://styleidnet.blogspot.com/
    http://styleidcloset.blogspot.com/

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  54. AmyAugust 28, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    Gorgeous top! I keep seeing the kimono sleeve style popping up everywhere but I was unsure how to style it other than with some skinny jeans. You have totally inspired me!

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  55. EmilySeptember 8, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    Everything about this is perfect! You look beautiful! I love exposed zippers; they're edgy and incredibly hot. And I could wear that silhouette every day too! I love flowy on top and curve-hugging on the bottom. Oh, and I love your necklace! It fits with the whole lovely monochromatic look, but makes a statement without any color at all.

    xoxo
    Em

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