Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Maximized

Skirt: hand made (similar), Shirt: Old Navy (on sale!), Shoes: Steve Madden (similar), Bag: Kate Spade (similar), Belt: H&M (similar, similar), Necklace: H&M (similar), Watch: Kate Spade, Bracelet: GroopDealz (similar)

Being tall makes really hard to find maxi skirts that are long enough. They always fall at that awkward length that's too long for a midi skirt, and too short for a maxi. Last summer, I kept seeing these long and flowy pink skirts everywhere. Problem was, they were either too short for me, or too expensive. So being the stubborn resourceful person that I am, I decided to make my own. In hindsight, I probably should have paid $100 and saved myself the trouble. Oh well! I still love it and was so excited to break it out and dust if off again to kick off the summer!

Some other looks from the holiday weekend:
Left outfit: Shirt: similar, Jeans: similar, Sandals: similar, Necklace: similar, Watch: Kate Spade
Middle outfit: Skirt: JCrew Factory, Shirt: JCrew (on sale!), Shoes: Jack Purcell, Bracelets: similar, similar
Right outfit: Shorts: similar, Shirt: Gap, Sandals: similar

Did you break out any summer looks this weekend?

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  1. UnknownMay 29, 2013 at 1:14 AM

    Hi there! I am co-hosting this week on Friend Connect Blog Hop. Thanks for connecting up!
    I also host a TGIF Link Party over at my place -- A Peek Into My Paradise... http://apeekintomyparadise.blogspot.com/ Would love for you to link up, Opens on Fridays and stays open until Wednesday at midnight. Thanks again for visiting the Friend Connect Blog Hop!
    Have a terrific week!
    Hugs, Cathy

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  2. AileenMay 29, 2013 at 5:46 AM

    I have the same tall problem with maxi skirts! I love your pink one and the fabric looks great, not clingy like so many I've tried on! I love your other outfits too.

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  3. JaimeMay 29, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    Look at you friend, looking all bright and colorful! I love the maxi skirt and it looks great on you!

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  4. Bri BlissMay 29, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    Loving all of these outfits Lindsey! I especially love the pink with gingham. I have to find a quality gingham shirt on sale ASAP!

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  5. AnonymousMay 29, 2013 at 8:15 AM

    The skirt is beautiful! It's so cool that you made it yourself. I'm having trouble finding a maxi too...maybe I'll do that!

    I love all of the outfits throughout the post!

    Emily
    jolieemily.blogspot.com

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  6. Tracey @ Talkative*TLCMay 29, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    LOVE that skirt! There was one at Anthropologie I was drooling over last summer, this is spot on. Care to make me one?! :) Great job!

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  7. UnknownMay 29, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    Love that skirt and that nautical belt! xoLili

    www.satinandscotch.com
    https://www.keatonrow.com/stylist/lalili

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  8. Mrs CMay 29, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    I bought a similar skirt from Mango some time ago but still have yet to wear it. Not sure what top pair it with. You did fabulously and I love that belt touch!

    GREETINGS FROM DUBAI
    MRS JACK OF ALL TRADES (a fashion and life-style blog)
    http://mrsjackofalltradesdaily.blogspot.ae/

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  9. BonBon Rose Girls KristinMay 29, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    That skirt is everything...LOVE!

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  10. Kalyn PMay 29, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    That skirt is great! I love that the pink is so vibrant.

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  11. AnonymousMay 29, 2013 at 12:38 PM

    LOVE the skirt!!!

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  12. robincharmagneMay 29, 2013 at 1:14 PM

    Hi,
    You made it yourself, that's awesome. I'm 5 feet tall so I have just the opposite problem...LOL I love the belt and the pop of color with the bag.
    http://www.robincharmagne.com

    Saw you on I Feel Pretty

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  13. RachelMay 29, 2013 at 2:10 PM

    The skirt looks great! Nicely done!
    XO, Rachel
    With Love, Rachel

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  14. Ainslee HangerMay 29, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    I love that skirt, how awesome that you made it! Found your blog through What I Wore Wednesday and now following :)

    xo, Ainslee

    abeautifulheartblog.blogspot.com

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  15. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeMay 29, 2013 at 2:43 PM

    I am tall too and it is so hard to find maxi skirts or dresses that are long enough :( I have a couple and I'm super weird about not drying them - I don't want them to shrink! Anyway, I love that you were so resourceful and made your own. It looks awesome!

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  16. Lauren @ Style of Ones OwnMay 29, 2013 at 5:29 PM

    Fellow tall girl...maxi skirts are tough. :( This looks fabulous though! Can't believe you made it.

    -Lauren
    styleofonesown.blogspot.com

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  17. RachelMay 29, 2013 at 6:22 PM

    It's so nice that you can make something for you to wear that is exactly the color and exactly the size you want and need! Sometimes what you want just can't be found in the mall clothing stores! Now, if only sewing clothes were really easy and didn't give you headaches... :P

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  18. fashchroniclesMay 29, 2013 at 11:15 PM

    Gorgeous maxi! The pink really stands out...

    If you have a sec, hope you can drop by my blog too and read my latest: www.fashchronicles.blogspot.com

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  19. Lena May 30, 2013 at 8:16 PM

    I stand a 5'11" so I hear ya on maxi skirts! When I get back home to the States in a couple weeks sewing up some maxi skirts in on the top of my list because I too feel like they need to somewhat grace the floor. It's gorgeous, you did a great job!
    XOXO/Lena
    http://www.rootandblossom.com

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  20. FranziskaJune 1, 2013 at 1:58 PM

    I'm tall too and have yet to find a maxi skirt/dress that fits. It's so annoying! I love that you made it yourself, even if you think you should have saved yourself the trouble ;)

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