You took a White Orchid Turned it Blue

10 and 2 Item #8: The Blueberry Dress


I bought this at a local consignment store (Cherry Bomb) that sells a lot of things that have been refashioned. This dress was obviously one of those things. I LOVE the color. But something about the cut of the dress at the waist/bust I just don’t like, the fabric is also kinda thin, clingy, and itchy. I get complements on it every time I wear it out though. Because everyone loves a bright blue dress apparently. However, I think this one might be headed to the give-away pile to make room in the closet for a dress that I love more.

Dress: Cherry Bomb, Leggings: Target I think, Shoes: Old Navy, Black Under Shirt: Target, Velvet Blazer: Cherry Bomb, Scarf: Avatar Imports via Just Creations


Also once again, there are some changes going down with the layout around here. So if something looks a little wonky that is why.

  • http://www.thejoyoffashion.blogspot.com Marie McGrath

    I think the dress looks very pretty on you. However, how YOU feel in it is really what counts. I think as you say, I love the color most of all. As always, you look very cute :)

    http://www.thejoyoffashion.blogspot.com

    • http://hal.cyondays.com Loren

      The color is what drew me in. I’ve been trying to decide if I should keep this dress for more than a year. I think it’s time to let it go.

  • http://havebreakfastwithtiffany.blogspot.com/ Tiffany

    Oh, I don’t know… I think the dress is really cute! And I like how you paired it with leggings!

    • http://hal.cyondays.com Loren

      I maybe sounded very negative about this dress, but the fabric is very clingy and awkward. It is also hard to wear with a belt because it has that sort of ‘dropped waist’ thing AND an empire waistline.

  • http://14shadesofgrey.wordpress.com/ Salazar

    That color is lovely, but itchy material? A big “no”. Into the donation pile it goes!

    P/S: I know you’re still figuring out the updates and everything, but I see that the header now says “the inclined plane.” That’s not the new name of the blog, is it?

    • http://hal.cyondays.com Loren

      No I am not finished making updates but yes that is the plan. Cline is my last name…
      So you see… it is like a pun.

  • http://www.stupidclothes.net Jess (StupidClothes.net)

    I agree, the dress is adorable…. but if you can’t stand to wear it, there’s no point in keeping it. ;) I love the color of the scarf as well.

    Jess

  • Meagan

    Your blog looks adorable! and I really love the color of the dress. it stands out and isn’t a color of dress you see very often. but if you don’t feel comfortable in the dress, definitely give the closet space to a piece you love!
    -Meagan
    http://www.spunkychateau.com

  • http://mythriftycloset.blogspot.com my thrifty closet

    the color looks great on you, yeah, there some funny creases at the waistline, maybe you do a refashion since you can sew. I like how you layer your outfit by the way, using summer clothes for fall, how clever!

    love,mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

  • http://feathersfreckles.blogspot.com Megan

    I like the color, but I agree it’s not the best dress in the world. I definitely think that you can make room for something even more fantastic!

  • http://www.verbalmelange.blogspot.com Emma

    I have a thrifting rule…if it itches, I just put it back on the rack. No matter how much I may like it. There’s just nothing that makes uncomfortable fabrics worth it.

    Maybe get a dress you like in white (summer’s over, white’s on clearance!) and dye it to match?