Back of the closet

This outfit is an excellent example of why I don't need to buy any new things; both this dress and blazer have not been worn/blogged in over a year. That's pretty bad.

But I did finally hem this maxi so now when I put it on with my highest sandals it no longer drags on the ground. That only took me two years to do. Damn, I'm so lazy.
 
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The Rundown
Striped Maxi Dress H&M similar
Red Blazer United Colors of Benetton similar
Sandals MRKT identical
Willis Bag Coach Thrifted
Anchor Necklace Gifted similar
Chain Bracelet c/o Ily Couture
Hammered Ring Thrifted similar
Sunglasses Ray-Ban Emma
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38 comments

  1. Alee R.May 22, 2013 at 10:05 AM

    rocking the stripes well ! do check out my blog for an ASOS GIVEAWAY @ http://aleejustsaid.blogspot.sg/2013/05/blog-post.html


    XOXO, ALEE

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  2. Style JourneyMay 22, 2013 at 10:10 AM

    Great dress! I love b&w stripes with red. Isn't it funny how we forget about stuff in our closets? Then when we find them it's like Christmas morning :)

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  3. UnknownMay 22, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    Love the stripe dress dear!!


    www.plogstyle.com

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  4. Closet FashionistaMay 22, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    Haha yes, you do have quite the closet...we should move in together and share all our clothes, we'd never have to shop again haha!
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com

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  5. TheTinyHeartMay 22, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    What a gorgeous maxi and I love how you styled it with the anchor necklace for a nautical theme.

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart
    Group Giveaway!

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  6. hesMay 22, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    You're not the only one who's lazy when it comes to hemming. I know a lot of my clothes would get more wear if I just did it, but I never had patience to sew. I'll just have to suck it up and get it done! You look beautiful.

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  7. AnnieMay 22, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    LOVE the black & white stripes with the red! And I can't believe you thrifted that bag...so awesome :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  8. UnknownMay 22, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    Ok, so I have done a 'no shop' for the month of May and I've been discovering things in my closet I'd totally been neglecting! AND I've made a goal to fix and hem clothing that I've been holding onto but just not getting around to making workable. Glad I'm not the only one!

    This bright blazer is so cute, girl!

    Blessings!
    Star
    http://www.beautyandbows.com/

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  9. UnknownMay 22, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    LOL there is NO JUDGEMENT for the time it takes to hem dresses :) i have one going on two years myself LOL. love the maxi! cynthia @ www.scotchandpaprikash.com

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  10. AnonymousMay 22, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    So glad those two got out of the closet cause they are great pieces! Love the contrast of the red against the stripes, I think it's a perfect pair!

    Cee. ♥
    Code Overdressed

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  11. Aracely @ Mama Fashion FilesMay 22, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    Love the maxi dress and it's so on trend. Don't you just love finding great pieces in your closet!! Super cute.

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  12. Helena OopsMay 22, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    Hello my dear!
    I love your dress!
    So beautiful!

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  13. FashionFlirtMay 22, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    Hi there, styling-sister ;-)
    Same look: stripes + pink!
    I really love your maxi dress, you look gorgeous.

    Annette
    Lady of Style

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  14. UnknownMay 22, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    gorgeous look! i love the black & white broad-striped maxi with that pretty red jacket.

    xoxo linds
    my style blog :: Ruby Girl

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  15. Sandy a la ModeMay 22, 2013 at 11:10 AM

    i need more maxi dresses!! love yours!!

    xo,
    Sandy
    Sandy a la Mode

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  16. Always MayleeMay 22, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    Such a great striped maxi and I love it with the red blazer!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  17. Diana MieczanMay 22, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    I LOVE that maxi and it looks amazing on you, sweetie. Kisses

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  18. Ali HvalMay 22, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    Hahahaha! Only two years, eh? It's ok. I've got that pink barbie skirt I need to take in a bit that I haven't gotten around to for, mm, a year or so.

    But I'm glad you finally hemmed up that maxi, and I hope to see more of it and it's bold stripe-y-ness this summer. I love it with that necklace and bright red blazer.

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  19. Frannie PantzMay 22, 2013 at 12:13 PM

    I'm embarrassed about the size of my "to be tailored pile" so you're not alone and this maxi totally gives me inspiration to take that pile on. This looks great on you Lydia!

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  20. Oh to Be a MuseMay 22, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    Beautiful look, especially the striped maxi. Kudos to you for hemming it and wearing it again. I hate the idea of having to get things hemmed.

    Oh to Be a Muse
    Shop Layered Muse

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  21. Courtney ErinMay 22, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    These definitely need more blog exposure - it's a perfect summer look!

    Courtney - http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  22. BonBon Rose Girls KristinMay 22, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    I've been eying up a similar dress at Target! I think you've sold me!

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  23. AnonymousMay 22, 2013 at 1:07 PM

    The blazer looks great!

    xoxo
    fashionable-addict

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  24. AlissaMay 22, 2013 at 2:59 PM

    A) I am jealous of everything you are wearing. B) I super want everything in your closet, I totally want to visit you and see the amazing pieces! C) You just rock.

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  25. A Very Sweet BlogMay 22, 2013 at 4:27 PM

    Well, I'm glad you showed it some sunshine!!! HaHaHa It looks fabulous on you Lydia.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  26. NnennaMay 22, 2013 at 4:39 PM

    The combo of the black and white striped dress + blazer is so good! I'm hunting for a striped dress for summer.

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  27. Gracey the GiantMay 22, 2013 at 5:54 PM

    Gorgeous look. You look wonderful in red. And don't worry that it took you two years to hem your maxi; I think that's normal. It takes me forever to hem/alter things too!

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  28. Amy ShaughnessyMay 22, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    I love this dress! I bet I have some stuff hiding in the back of my closet. Guess I should try and look!

    Amy


    Fashion and Beauty Finds

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  29. rlutzMay 22, 2013 at 7:24 PM

    Definitely move that dress to the front of the closet...love how you paired the stripes with red!!

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  30. RamonaMay 22, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    I have soft spot for stripes and this combo is so feminine and chic. Well done to taking it out from wardrobe.
    ♥
    xoxo Ra


    http://www.ramona-strikeapose.blogspot.ie/

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  31. welldressedmakerMay 22, 2013 at 11:43 PM

    i still need to do the hems on my super long maxis!!!! Thanks for the reminder. love the stripes.
    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights
    the shop of worldly delights

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  32. cecylia.comMay 23, 2013 at 3:08 AM

    wow your red, white and black combo is gorgeous!!! Love the photos- the lighting is superb

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  33. CeeMay 23, 2013 at 4:31 AM

    But at least you did hem your maxi, right? I usually don't bother, then trip, fall, scrape my knees and hands or worse, rip the dress, blame the dress for being too long and relegate it to the back of my closet until it's time for a clean-up, when I get rid of it. So lazy. It's a good thing you're not quite as bad as I am because this dress really is lovely - so classic - and it works perfectly with your bright blazer :)
    xox,
    Cee

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  34. Shen DoveMay 23, 2013 at 7:04 AM

    Rediscovering rarely worn things in your closet is the best. Love how you styled your maxi. It has lots of remix potential if you feel like wearing it again anytime soon.

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  35. LorenaMay 23, 2013 at 6:32 PM

    Oh I can sooo relate to being lazy and wearing things once a year.... so you're not alone!
    This looks really nice, I wish i had a red jacket so i could wear my striped dress with it.

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  36. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    Whoaaa a year? You used to wear this dress so much! Definitely plan on styling it more this summer because it's a great one!

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  37. pretty affairsMay 27, 2013 at 10:35 AM

    gorgeous!!

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  38. UnknownJune 7, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE your anchor necklace and striped maxi!

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