Monday, August 4, 2014

Black and White

A.L.C. chunky knit crop tank top (on sale!)
Chanel wallet on chain
Christian Louboutin "Half d'Orsay" pumps

I wore this outfit to the Nordstrom Designer Preview (post here). Before deciding, I posted two outfit options on Instagram to get another opinion about which I should wear. About 80% of commenters totally preferred the other option. Someone called this outfit "grandma-ish" and one of my girlfriends said it was "basic" lol. I do appreciate all of your honesty.

At the end of the day, I guess I just went with what makes me feel most comfortable in my skin. While a crop top, 4-inch heels, and a body-hugging skirt are by no means "comfortable," what I mean is that this outfit felt very "me." Dress to impress, sure, but mostly yourself!

What's your thought process when getting dressed up?

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62 comments:

  1. Unknown8/04/2014 1:27 AM

    Beautiful, this outfit is very nice, elegant girl!

    L.A

    http://www.itsaboutla.fr/

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  2. denise - SUPERWOWOMG8/04/2014 1:38 AM

    so pretty!! Love this outfit. Long time no see Carolyn! Lemme know if you're ever heading back to HK or Shanghai :)

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  3. ChocolateFashionCoffee8/04/2014 2:15 AM

    love this look! amazing heels!

    ChocolateFashionCoffee
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  4. at / least8/04/2014 2:34 AM

    Wow, such a stunner! You look very cool in this :)


    Lisa – AT LEAST BLOG

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  5. m8/04/2014 2:45 AM

    ooo really like the knit top!!

    http://theundercovergiraffe.blogspot.com/

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  6. Unknown8/04/2014 3:38 AM

    So beautiful, classy and chic!

    http://www.eyelikefashion.com

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  7. Jules8/04/2014 4:34 AM

    Wow, gorgeous look!

    Jules x

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  8. kubicowelove8/04/2014 5:02 AM

    Wonderful blog, just love it! you're so beautiful.

    www.am-kubicowelove.blogspot.com

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  9. Unknown8/04/2014 5:36 AM

    Cool texture on that top!

    www.charltonlee.com

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  10. Xin8/04/2014 6:03 AM

    Love this set of photos!!

    xx
    Xin

    http://xincerely.blogspot.com

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  11. Natalia/Shandrese8/04/2014 6:11 AM

    I agree! Wear what makes you feel comfortable. I like your outfit! I especially love those d'Orsay pumps!!

    http://sincerelyrenay.blogspot.com/

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  12. TheBeautyEagle8/04/2014 6:26 AM

    Stunning...that skirt is too cute:)
    The Beautiful Eagle

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  13. Loser Girl Wins8/04/2014 6:56 AM

    Such a gorgeous outfit and love this! It's always most fun to wear what you're really feeling.

    xx Sarah | Loser Girl Wins

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  14. Mihaela8/04/2014 6:58 AM

    Omg those shoes, I love those shoes!!!

    mfashionfreak♥blog

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  15. honestly, b.8/04/2014 7:12 AM

    I absolutely adore this look! That top is so cute and different. I love it paired with a sleeker pencil skirt and heels—perfection! Yes, always go with what makes you feel "you" and best. With that comes confidence and nothing looks better on anyone than self-confidence! xo

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  16. Unknown8/04/2014 7:41 AM

    This outfit is simple but very classy and well thought out. Absolutely love it! x

    http://whitexorchid.blogspot.com.au

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  17. Unknown8/04/2014 8:07 AM

    Very chic outfit. You made a great choice by wearing the one that felt most like "you".

    www.girlinahotcity.com

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  18. fvtest8/04/2014 8:26 AM

    Love the chunky knit tank soo much!
    xo, Van

    www.forevervanny.com

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  19. Unknown8/04/2014 8:56 AM

    This outfit is so chic and elegant! You have to go with what makes you feel most comfortable. I love those shoes!!

    Nicole
    Nicole to the Nines

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  20. Madame galiash8/04/2014 10:28 AM

    ooooou so pretty girl!!! :)

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  21. Love, Iris8/04/2014 10:44 AM

    Your so elegantly beautiful in this! I love it with those darling shoes! :)

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  22. Tina8/04/2014 11:22 AM

    What a classic yet chic outfit! Always so beautiful! :)

    Tina
    www.justatinabit.com

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  23. icing2138/04/2014 11:59 AM

    Very chic and adorable look! I love it very much!

    http://staybeautifulforyou.blogspot.com/

    Zhuo

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  24. Sara Nielsen 8/04/2014 12:31 PM

    This outfit is great and the shoes is amazing!

    http://industrialbarbie.blogspot.com

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  25. Unknown8/04/2014 12:43 PM

    I LOVE this look! You look stunning, the shoes are incredible!

    Shot From The Street | Fashion Blog

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  26. Anonymous8/04/2014 12:45 PM

    You rocked this look! Can't believe people thought it was grandma-ish. I think it looks great!

    xo
    Mandy
    Saguaros & Stilettos

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  27. Christie8/04/2014 12:52 PM

    gorgeous photos, and loving the knit crop!

    christie | christieashley.ca

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  28. freshlengths8/04/2014 12:58 PM

    So beautiful x

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  29. Vanessa8/04/2014 1:52 PM

    Loving the whole outfit. :) Definitely wear what you feel most comfortable with!

    Vessi :: arts & petite style blog

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  30. Unknown8/04/2014 3:16 PM

    Love this look. The cropped sleeveless sweater is versatile piece that can go from causal to simply chic which, you beautifuly displayed this this look. Love!

    Jessica
    the way to my Hart

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  31. Maeva8/04/2014 4:16 PM

    You look perfect here... So feminine and chic! I do love this outfit! <33

    Trend-Mae

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  32. Stylishly in love8/04/2014 4:18 PM

    Beautiful photos! You are so chic. The classic pencil skirt looks so fierce.

    Sofia
    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

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  33. Nikki8/04/2014 10:14 PM

    You look so beautiful!! What a stunning outfit :) X

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  34. Laura Mitbrodt8/04/2014 10:50 PM

    I love that knitted top with the pencil skit!
    xo
    www.laurajaneatelier.com

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  35. Unknown8/05/2014 2:22 AM

    This look is in no way 'grandmaish'. It's really great and elegant.

    TRENDGALORE

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  36. Unknown8/05/2014 4:19 AM

    Wow you are so pretty amazing!!! Stylish and chic look!!! I love Louboutins!
    xx
    cvetybaby.com
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  37. Unknown8/05/2014 8:45 AM

    This outfit is super fab! Your rockin it!
    www.kissthechic.com

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  38. Unknown8/05/2014 8:52 AM

    I love the elegant but simple look this outfit has! Love your blog!

    xx, Tiffany | www.sunshinedaydreamphotography.com

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  39. Unknown8/05/2014 11:20 AM

    You look so elegant! Love the outfit and the pics!

    Xoxo
    dogma96.blogspot.pt

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  40. Mahsa8/05/2014 11:44 AM

    That whole look is killer! I'm such a fan of black and white because it's so chic and timeless--you really can't go wrong. And that ALC knit is amazing! I love knits like that where you can wear it in the summer and colder months. Great post and great pics!
    http://www.thecrushworthy.com

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  41. Unknown8/05/2014 1:30 PM

    Such beautiful pictures! I love your shoes!

    Emma| With A City Dream

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  42. Allie8/05/2014 2:50 PM

    This outfit is by no means basic! I absolutely love it <3

    Sweet Madame Blue

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  43. Beckerman Girls8/05/2014 6:54 PM

    Gorgeous knitwear top! I LOVE those Louboutins!!! SEXXXXY! and fabbb skirt! Love your photos and your blog is rockin!
    Kisses
    xoBeckerman Girls

    www.BeckermanBlog.com

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  44. Tiffany8/05/2014 10:11 PM

    not a basic look at all! love the knit top and your louboutins! let me pick my jaw up from the ground...

    tiffany / tiffanyeatworld

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  45. Gita8/05/2014 10:13 PM

    Gorgeous! I love simple chic looks like these. And those Loubis are just to die for!

    ♥ Gita @ mimiandchichi.com

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  46. RockMyWardrobe8/05/2014 10:15 PM

    So chic! Love your shoes:)

    TEALINHEELS

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  47. Ella8/05/2014 10:33 PM

    Love how you paired a cropped top with a longer skirt, the proportions balance out perfectly and you look stunning!

    xx Ella
    Ella Et Cetera

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  48. Unknown8/05/2014 10:48 PM

    I love your outfit! You def are one of my favorite bloggers!
    xx,
    Marie

    LivRiot | Fashion & StreetStyle Blog
    LivRiot | Fashion & StreetStyle Blog

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  49. Unknown8/05/2014 11:56 PM

    This is so chic!! I love the detail of the top. GORGEOUS!!

    xo,
    Amy
    STYLEchocolatechip.com

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  50. Unknown8/06/2014 2:54 AM

    Your outfit is soooooooo cool

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  51. Unknown8/06/2014 5:03 AM

    Well, I've seen the other outfit and it's really cool, but I prefer this one. Pencil skirts have been a wardrobe staple for me for years and the crop top is gorgeous.

    Jasmine x
    For a Real Woman
    So easy Spanish!

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  52. Unknown8/06/2014 5:24 AM

    Gorgeous look.

    x

    lifeandstyle-diary.blogspot.nl/

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  53. Unknown8/06/2014 6:36 AM

    You are my inspiration!! Love your style and your photos <3

    Jessica | streetandsheer

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  54. Unknown8/06/2014 6:37 AM

    You look perfectly hot and classy! Love this look
    Have a stylish and lovely week!

    xx Cissy
    www.idreamofbunnies.com
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  55. The Braided Bandit8/06/2014 9:26 AM

    You look so pretty, love the classic black and white! Hope you're having a wonderful day! xo Hannah

    p.s. I am holding a giveaway over on my blog for a $50 gift card to my vintage shop, a flower crown, and a handmade necklace if you feel like stopping by :)
    http://thebraidedbandit.blogspot.com/2014/08/super-summer-giveaway.html

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  56. Shannon Rice8/06/2014 10:00 AM

    Oh I love this outfit! I'd say more classic than basic ;)

    Shannon
    Clothes & Quotes

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  57. Unknown8/06/2014 11:11 AM

    I also love a good long pencil skirt, very chic dear. So glad I clicked on your comment on KARLA'S CLOSET's blog and got led back here to yours. It's seriously full of GREAT info and juicy pics here! Just followed you on GFC and bloglovin', be sure to see more of you soon. By the way, please do check out and comment on my newest and MOST provocative summer outfit to date! I guarantee! Featuring HERMES wrist bandanas, plus Chanel SS14 pearl gloves, SOPHIA WEBSTER clutch, and ALEXANDER WANG runway mid-heels, if you're into that sort of 'thang'. Hope you enjoy the humorous writing too! #PROVOKED
    xx The Provoker
    http://www.the-provoker.com/2014/08/hawt-diggity.html

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  58. Cinthy Kwok8/06/2014 11:06 PM

    Ur hair is so fab, and love that long pencil skirt!

    xx Mess Addicted

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  59. Rosalinda Tjioe8/07/2014 5:17 AM

    Stunning! Love your knitted top x

    http://rosalindatj.blogspot.com

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  60. Hollie Hobin8/08/2014 9:15 AM

    Love this whole look, so beautiful and classic!

    Fashion Blogger
    www.holliehobin.co.uk

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  61. In Spades8/09/2014 4:04 PM

    Both of the outfits look amazing on you but I'm so glad you picked the one you felt most comfortable in! I totally agree with your philosophy. My getting dressed motto is to always dress for yourself... and no one else. :)
    Kali

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  62. Charlène Jiho8/10/2014 8:51 AM

    Really elegant ! I love your shoes !

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Thank you for commenting!
Love, Carolyn