Outfit details
Shift dress- Banana Republic
Fabric and leather belt - Banana Republic
Gold bangle - Club Monaco
Gold earrings - Artizan, Gift from my Tita Eirren
Smoked grey pumps - Banana Republic
What and Where
One more reason why one should really shop in one's closet? This shape-shifting taupe dress from Banana Republic! I reckon I must have had these for at least 6 months and have forgotten them in the elba that is my wardrobe. I remember simply picking them off the rack because I had to exchange an item and didn't really have time to look for something and try it on. Had I known that it would fit like a glove and look like this, I would have worn it more!
Though I have to admit that I am having this style dilemma when it comes to browns and beiges. I was trying to find out what the rule is when it comes to coloured-tights and brown/beige/neutral shoes. Would brown and black go together or is there a better colour choice to match with these BR pumps, for example? Well, due to the fact that yesterday was Wednesday and that's a day where I need to be efficient, I had to teach a class at noon therefore, there is no time to ponder deep thoughts on colour matches - I had to treat black tights as my natural leg colour. Ignore it completely out of the equation and this is the sartorial result, does it work? Do tell me!
p.s. Did I ever tell you that these photo shoots are usually taken during our coffee breaks or at lunch time, just before I sprint to the gym to teach? Yup, J is thaaat talented! He manages to make me look good (IMO) even with ten minutes to shoot coz you know, we need the other five minutes to actually go and grab some coffee!
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That taupe dress looks so great on you! And I think black/beige/brown all work together because they're neutrals, so mix them as much as you want!
J truly is a talented photographer to get photos done so fast and during noontime. I usually avoid that time of day because lighting can be so harsh, so really J is such a master at getting such beautiful photos of you! Though it helps that you're already gorgeous to begin with. :)
I hope you're having a great night!
JoAnn
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Gorgeous photos, whoever your photographer is does a brilliant job! XOXO, Natalya
I really love the color combination - I think it is very sophisticated!! I love the long necklace as well!
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I think the tights work. You look great!
Gorgeous look! I love the color combination :)
Thats dress is awesome...fits perfectly...those shoes are a perfect color!
xx
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Classy and chic! You look gorgeous sweetie!
Every piece you had just ticks all the boxes:)
Very very stylish ML!
Great look! Love love loveeee the shoes!
sexy girl you look banging gin that dress !!! I never used that word but that was the first thing that came to mind !!! love it
I love it when I forget about and then re-remember an old purchase! It's like a birthday gift! You look great in the dress; I hope it doesn't go back into the back of the closet!
Yeah! Looks great! :)
hot pictures! the dress fit u perfectly!
BRILLIANT picture with the shoes behind the back. Love it!
xoxo,
Carrie
You look incredible!
I used to be really against mixing black and brown together but since I started style blogging, I've come to love them as a combo. I think this outfit looks especially fantastic! I'm loving that dress so, so much and those shoes!
Hope you had a great day!
I love the photos,we had a great day, sunny and we got the perfect spot for the where the light did not hit ML... Great model, amazing outfit, and natural light.
J
This is one smoking hot outfit!!
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You and J are a super team! I really think you should be modeling for BR - everything you wear I just want to run out and buy!!!!
I love the dress with the black tights. The belt looks fabulous also!
Great pictures. Awesome camera, I'd say. Thank you for the comment :) You look wonderful in that dress! The heels are perfect for the outfit.
-GAYLE IS VOLATILE
love love the dress and the belt.... the picture from the back ... just stunning.... good work Jose....
I have heard that black is a big no no with brown but actually it looks fine..., I think you just prove that following fashion rules to the T is not always the best option..
I always wonder if it's ok to mix black and brown. I'll start an outfit with both then freak out once I'm about to walk out the door and change either one. I wish someone should just tell us already if we can mix the two.
Stunning photos! Only 10min? That impressive.
The dress is so fabulous and I prefer lighter colored tights with lighter shoes, because you don't break up the leg line and hopefully look taller.
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Yup- it's official- I love the neutral colour palette you are rocking! Perfect for Autumn!
Oooh love the dress and pumps, ML!! You know I don't think there are rules anymore against black and brown or black and navy blue;) I think it looks great! J is truly talented considering the time constraints! Wow!
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That taupe dress is utter perfection! So great for any occasion and the perfect year-round shade.
xo Josie
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Guau!!! Estás fabulosa!!!! Y las medias negras quedan genial!!! Si quieres otra idea, ahora que es tendencia podrÃas probar a mezclar el nude con medias rojas, seguro que estás fantástica!!
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Love it! Every piece of it.This is absolutely my style hun! :)
I think it definitely would go with brown. Or maybe those purple tights you worn in one of your posts, have you tried them with this dress already?
Have a beautiful and sunny weekend over there!!!
xxx
-M-
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So cool your outfit is gorgeous and I love the belt!
Sara
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what an uber stylish dress darling...im also loving your choice of accessories and pumps here!
you are such a fabulous stylista!
killer shoes!
I think the tights definitely work with the colour of the dress. I have a thing about wearing black with brown, but taupe doesn't count!
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Marilou-it works and you get to make the rules :) Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!
Your legs are a killer. I hate you ate malou hahah! I want those legs! Give it to me now! Also, you always have the most awesome glamorous accesories. You look like you are best friends with the characters from Sex and the City :) MWAH!
Hey! Thanks for the sweet comment! Your beige and black looks fab :) I got so excited to see that you teach at the gym! What class? I'm doing instructor training at the end of the month! I'm so excited! p.s. Did you already announce the winner of your fantastic giveaway?
beautiful pictures! love how your by the pool :)
RAWR.. hot or what?? love the fit of the dress and great shots.. the last one is amazing.. the colors look really great on you!!! You look beautiful girlie!!!
mwah ooxxxj
you look awesome! i need to take a trip into banana republic when im home!
Wow..that dress is beautiful! You look fabulous. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I appreciate the sweet comment : ) I'll be following your blog now!
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Love the dress akin nalang yan lol. D shoes u featured it already ha.
I just so in love with your pumps!
they are goddamn pretty
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heeey you bought those shoes! they match well with the outfit and I like those bracelets you are wearing!
Whoa missy. You are looking all kinds of fierce! Amazing that you take these incredible pics with so little time! The outfit looks stunning on you.
Call Me Ishmael
you always have the best accessories and shoes!
xoxo
Catita
I love love those shoes. I have tried them on in store the other day. Unfortunately, the price is still high for me. I hope they go on sale soon. Those shoes go really well with your dress
You are queen of the super-flattering silhuoette! You look gorge as always!
um these are super cool photo shoots to be done in ten minutes
and yes the black tights do work with the neutral dress =)
-Bionica
Love the story of how you take these! And can I say you look STUNNING!
WOW! totally hot ML!
these are gorgeous photos, and your really know how to work the camera!
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Nice blog and great outfits, I love them !
You're so chic
well done
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love the gold bracelets!
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This dress is a perfect fit on you! Personally, I love the mix of browns with black tights - I think the combination is elegant. You could always go for a pair of pretty burgundy tights, but why mess with perfection?
really classy outfit!
Veronica
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This dress fits you fabulously and you really do look so chic! There's a little Joan from Mad Men vibe gooing on there, damn girl!
xoxo, Ashley
Great photos! You look the hotness! Luve the dress/belt/shoes/tights--it all works and you are working it girl!
so gorgeous.
totally love this outfit.<3
Great outfit!!! I tagged you on my last post! :)
HEy !! Thank you so much for your sweet comments!
I am loving your Banana Republic shift dress, so chic! You can do so many things with that piece!
XX
I love that belt! I've been looking for one just like that!
xo
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This is too good!
I love the details of your blog
it's like a magazine, only free hehe :)
love the heels! amazing blog!
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I love those shoes, so classic!
So Smart and Chic. The shoes are beautiful
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You look lovely in nude and great photos!
xx
Fashezine
I have never seen anybody look so beautiful in a myriad of neutrals as you do. :) I am actually quite inspired to try out this combination to see how it might work with my skin tone.
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I'm dying! Who won the giveaway?! hahah p.s. Love your nude pumps ;)
I really like that dress! The detailing in the back is so cute, you can't cover it with a cardi or jacket! The belt makes your waist look so tiny, you definitely know how to dress your figure!
The black tights are good I think hon. Maybe you could try chocolate brown at some future point... but I wouldn't go buy tights over it or anything...; )
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