As fashion/style bloggers, we all have to find inspiration somewhere right? Well, mine came from none other, than Mrs. Minnie herself! Isn’t she a cutie pie? And what girl doesn’t love polka dots???
I decided to down-play the youthfulness (or shall I say the Minnie Mouse feel) of this dress by pairing it with a tough faux-leather motorcycle jacket & black accessories. The black & white polka dot flower pin was a fun, added touch!
I picked this vintage dress up a while back while thrifting. It just makes me feel so ladylike (and yall know I don’t wear skirts/dresses often). It was a nice change from the pants that I’m accustomed to wearing. And of course, I’m a sucka for any dress or skirt that has pockets. It just adds a lil something extra.
I love the length of this dress, but I’m still on the fence about giving it the “big chop”. I kinda want it knee length, but then again I like the feel of this length. What do you guys think?
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| Dress & Belt: Thrifted, Shoes: Guess, Jacket: New Look, Flower Pin: H&M, Tights: Ebay |
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35 Comments
Anonymous
February 18, 2011 at 4:15 pmToo cute… I like this! –Nicole Ingram
Ty
February 18, 2011 at 4:18 pmLove. This! And I'm all for skirts and dresses with pockets too! Girl, you better werk!
Anonymous
February 18, 2011 at 4:30 pmIt looks SO good! This outfit is great! And you can't beat a dress with pockets 🙂
I think you should make it knee-length. The last pic gives a feel of what it would look like.
~Dobe
Laura
February 18, 2011 at 4:41 pmCut Cute Cute!!!! I love the modern gals(your) version of Minnie mouse! So perfect!!! If your on the fence keep it long until you can't stand it anymore then shorten it.
Also I love your post on the LBP your shoe collection is swoon worthy =)
Sing
February 18, 2011 at 5:29 pmLovely dress. I think knee length would look better for this shape and pattern.
Veronica
February 18, 2011 at 5:36 pmI love that you were inspired by Minnie!! I think it would be great knee length, but I love the current length also.
P.S Dots is having a great clearance sale; buy 2 items and the 3rd is free. Yesterday I scored black harem pants for $9 & black skinny flares for $7, my free item was a chunky silver and black necklace. I'm wearing the harem pants and necklace and I've been getting compliments all day; gotta love Dots!!!!
MrsCrystal
February 18, 2011 at 6:19 pmAwesome! Love this dress. I would vote for knee length as well. The outfit looks great.
sacramento
February 18, 2011 at 7:03 pmYou look fantastic in that red polkadot dress. Love the touch of the polkadot flower…Fantastic.
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**OnYxStA**
February 18, 2011 at 7:29 pmTOO CUTE!!! Minnie + Polka dots = ADORABLE!!
Xisses, Onyxsta
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Missy Cheeks
February 18, 2011 at 9:57 pmSo lovely with ur red dots dress :=)
kisses
Manecoarse
February 18, 2011 at 11:05 pmThat is such a gorgeous dress. I like the tights you chose to wear with it. And Minnie, she is adorable. I want her eyelashes. She and I need to talk.
genny pounds
February 19, 2011 at 1:11 amLook at auntie baby!!! I need to lose some weight so I can wear stuff like this.
Toria
February 19, 2011 at 7:01 amLove it!! I say keep the length…makes it extra special and different imo.
~Toria 🙂
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Laurita P
February 19, 2011 at 7:27 ami think the length really works. so cute on you!
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simplychic
February 19, 2011 at 8:42 ami love the dress and i also love that it has pockets! great choice of tights too…
Mook
February 19, 2011 at 2:07 pmLove the Minnie look!!!!!
~Mook~
Jerrica
February 20, 2011 at 6:07 pmCool take on minnie's style 🙂 you definitely edged it out!
dearest,
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Linda
February 21, 2011 at 2:10 amWhat a fun, twirl-y dress!
I was coming by to let you know that 2 of your picks are part of the vote for EBEW! Polka dots and pencil skirt. Looks like you have a great dress if polka dots wins!
The Auspicious Life
My Bestfriend's Little Sister(MBLS)
February 21, 2011 at 11:55 amLove her hair!
kileen
February 21, 2011 at 3:40 pmthis is such a fun outfit and i love the red polka-dots!! the flower pin on the jacket is the perfect touch!
cute and little
"Haute Girl"
February 21, 2011 at 7:10 pmLove where u got ur inspiration 🙂
Yankeenaijababe
February 21, 2011 at 9:24 pmwow! That is so cutie.
Vivi
February 21, 2011 at 10:05 pmFun dress! I like polka dots, too.
herwaisechoice
February 21, 2011 at 11:11 pmLove this! So well styled and executed. I would keep it at the current length– you have the height and bod for it, plus midi lengths are still so fresh! You look adorable 🙂
Happy Monday!
Jen
MlleTrenDy
February 22, 2011 at 12:09 amOMG I love everything about this look ! It just really fun and you look absolutely Fab !! I love your brows too, they're pretty sick ! I'm following…:)
xx
Mlle Trendy
FROM THE "REZ" TO THE "CITY"
February 22, 2011 at 2:24 amThank you so much for checking out my blog. I love this dress! I love the polka dots and the length is perfect on you. The leather jacket certainly changes this from innocent to sexy just like that. Very cute. Love your hair too and OMG those shoes! Too bad I can't walk in heels that high. 🙁 I can't wait to see your next "FIT"!! lol
Glam
February 22, 2011 at 11:45 amNice, great inspiration. You really know how to put pieces together. Talented indeed.
Polka Princess
February 22, 2011 at 5:16 pmWow! Love your take of the Minnie Mouse-inspired dress! So chic & smart! 🙂
Also, thanks for dropping by on my blog!!
S Nicole - lush expert
February 22, 2011 at 7:43 pmI love this entire outfit! From the tights to the dress to the flower on the jacket. U have inspired me to channel my inner "girl" and be inspired to rock a outfit. Wish me luck!
S Nicole – the lush expert
http://www.thelushepisodes.com
BESOS LYNN
February 24, 2011 at 5:14 pmNo, don't cut it! I love it, very minnie with a bad girl edge!!!!!
besos,lynn
Tye
February 24, 2011 at 7:16 pmI love this..you are just to adorable 🙂 Love the inspiration and I'm also love the dress and the pockets ;-). I'm now following you and I'm loving your blog by the way..you are FAB!! It's great to see so many different women from all over with such great style and versatility.
Diary of a Chic Mommy
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Nefertiti
February 24, 2011 at 8:55 pmClasse !
lasophia
February 25, 2011 at 3:21 amsuch a cute ensemble you put together! minnie mouse, very cute.
Sophia
The Corner Shop
February 25, 2011 at 9:51 amOh wow! Polka dots and leather jackets! I heart heart heart it!!
Adiya
Ken
February 28, 2011 at 9:21 pmLove the dress! Absolutely Fab!