Alterations needed

I love this leather pencil skirt. It's buttery soft, fits perfectly at the waist, and it only set me back $7. However I feel like it could be serving me better if it were either hemmed above the knee, or more tapered at the bottom.

Typically I opt to do my own alterations, but this isn't a project I feel I can take on right now when my current to-do list seems unending. I think if I can find a seamstress who isn't going to charge me the cost of buying a new leather skirt to make the changes I'll go for it; tis the season for leather pencil skirts after all.

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The Rundown
Cowl Neck Sweater Gap similar
Leather Pencil Skirt Lord & Taylor thrifted similar
Black Loafer Pumps Ferragamo via Roundabout similar
Bag Vintage Coach thrifted
Pave Hexagon Earrings Thrifted
Watch "Classic Sheffield" c/o Daniel Wellington
Pave Toggle Bracelet Banana Republic similar
Gold Ring Thrifted similar
Sunglasses "Meteor" Ray-Ban c/o TJMaxx




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17 comments

  1. Closet FashionistaNovember 12, 2015 at 10:37 AM

    Yea, I agree, shorter or more fitted and the skirt will go from good to amazing! Just like with my $10 leather skirt from Coco's a couple years ago! :D
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  2. Jodie's Touch of StyleNovember 12, 2015 at 10:40 AM

    What a great deal on that skirt...but you're right--the alterations would be more than you paid. Maybe just wait until you're not as overwhelmed to do it yourself? I vote for slightly shorter!! jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  3. CeeNovember 12, 2015 at 10:51 AM

    I love a good leather skirt, and taking a good one to perfect does sometimes require alterations, sadly. Working with leather is no easy feat, so taking this beauty to a seamstress would probably be for the best... but finding a good one whose prices are affordable is no easy feat. I have to say, I know the focus of this post is the skirt but I can't help but be drawn to your sweater, the cowl neck, colour and thickness all look so perfect. What are the chances I'll find a similar one at Gap, I wonder? Probably none, but a girl can dream!
    xox,
    Cee

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  4. UnknownNovember 12, 2015 at 11:19 AM

    Take me thrift shopping with you and teach me your ways! I can't believe you scored that for $7! Definitely worth getting it altered since you got such a great deal for it! I had an alteration lady in the town I used to live in who only charged $15 for most things. Now where I live, they charge $40! I'm on the hunt for a good but affordable seamstress.

    http://elementsofellis.com/

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  5. Alecia MarianaNovember 12, 2015 at 11:39 AM

    I can't believe it was only $7!! What a great find!!

    La Joie de Vivre

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  6. Midnight CowgirlNovember 12, 2015 at 11:44 AM

    That skirt is beautiful! Can't wait to see it after the alterations :)

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  7. JessicaNovember 12, 2015 at 12:52 PM

    I love leather pencil skirts. I own one that I wore so many times last fall/winter. I think if it were a little above the knee it would be perfect on you.

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  8. Laura BNovember 12, 2015 at 2:08 PM

    I have a leather skirt that fits me the exact same way. I have been debating getting it altered because I don't feel comfortable altering leather, but like you, I am nervous about the cost. I think I just need to bite the bullet because I would get so much more use from mine if it fit better!

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  9. Jeans and a TeacupNovember 12, 2015 at 5:08 PM

    What a great price for the skirt! I think it's definitely worth altering. A little more fitted would be perfect!
    ~Jessica
    Jeans and a Teacup

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  10. ENovember 12, 2015 at 10:49 PM

    'Tis the season for leather skirts indeed! I've been on the hunt for one of my own and I'm jealous you thrifted this pretty one.

    District of Chic

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  11. EliseNovember 12, 2015 at 11:21 PM

    Via battere abbastanza

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  12. SabrinaNovember 12, 2015 at 11:36 PM

    Love it! Leather and turtlenecks are so on point this season and you really nailed the styling here.

    Sincerely,
    Sabrina

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  13. Tara | The MixNovember 13, 2015 at 5:55 AM

    Great skirt! I have a few pieces I need to go get hemmed as well...I've been super lazy about it though!

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  14. Lyosha VarezhkinaNovember 13, 2015 at 6:16 AM

    what a pretty classy look! adore!

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  15. UnknownNovember 14, 2015 at 7:56 PM

    $7?! Wow great deal! Looks great - can't wait till see after the alterations!

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  16. Shea LennonNovember 16, 2015 at 10:27 AM

    Ooh that leather skirt is an awesome find! You always make me feel like I need to do more thrifting. I hope you find a tailor who can make the adjustments you want so that you'll truly love it and love to wear it.

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  17. UnknownNovember 16, 2015 at 10:54 PM

    Wow what a score!! Good luck finding a seamstress that won't charge an arm and a leg to shorten the hem, I can imagine it would be pricey for leather.

    Thank you for being a part of TBT Fashion link up and hope to see you Thursday.

    Alice
    www.happinessatmidlife.com

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