I never thought I could incorporate polka dots into a bohemian look. Polka dots are fun. They are unstructured. But for some reason, I always think “preppy” not “hippie” when I see them.
I underestimated Free People.
When I saw this maxi skirt hanging out on the Free People rack at Nordstrom Rack, I loved it, but I thought it had been put in the wrong place. I checked the tag, and low and behold, it was my beloved Free People.
Of course, being at the rack meant a significant discount. I believe it was originally $128 and I paid $50. The skirt is sold out, but I have seen it on eBay.
Once again, I ended up on an ant hill. You guys. I am beginning to think this is not a coincidence.
I do not have ants in my pants. Or skirt as it were, in this picture. I simply wanted to see the skirt blow in the breeze. There is absolutely nothing I like better than a maxi skirt. And a maxi skirt with polka dots? Forget about it. I paired it with a simple white tee from Forever 21.
I thought if I added some color and fun to the skirt, I could make it more “me.” So, let’s talk accessories: The belt was one of my favorite purchases in January of 2013. It is an Obi belt from Free People (similar here and here
It is also not an accident that the shirt is being worn backwards. The seam is supposed to be worn down the back.
But someone decided to eat chocolate in bed before this photo shoot.
Don’t worry. Nothing will happen. It is just a bite… Whoops!
So, I flipped it around and put my hair down. Tricky. This did not help with the ants, by the way.
Do you love polka dots like me? Would you rather wear a maxi or a short skirt? Or a maxi and jeans? Have you ever gotten chocolate on a white shirt? Please tell me it comes out.
*These photos were edited using the Whim filter on the app afterlite. I love the pinky hue.
I do love a good maxi, but what I really like here is the belt, which for me, makes the whole thing work.
Chocolate in bed? Unless it is the kind you paint on your partner not cool dude, not cool.
; )
bisous
Suzanne
Thank you Suzanne! I love that belt. Always chocolate in bed! I won’t even tell you about the crackers. I wish I was kidding! ; )
Sweet dreams!
Jenni
Beautiful skirt! The polka dots are so unexpected! I really like it.
I am definitely a maxi over short skirt girl. I would prefer maxis over jeans, but it just does not work well in my life right now. SO….jeans are my norm.
The belt looks just so great with this outfit!
Thank you Alicia! I am wearing jeans tomorrow! It is a day with kids. Kids = jeans. I am thinking even overalls!
Have a happy weekend!
Jenni
you look absolutely gorgeous! love that very flowing skirt! that gnome is pretty cool, too.
Thank you Mark! I do love those gnomes! I got him at Target! : )
Have a fun Friday!
Jenni
I love polka dots. Pretty outfit! The belt is amazing.
Yes, chocolate stains will come out. Try soaking it with laundry detergent/stain remover. Just don’t use hot water. I like that shirt backwards, by the way!
Thank you Liana! And thanks for the laundry tip! I will try it this weekend! If it doesn’t come out, I will just wear it backwards. : )
Have a lovely Friday!
Jenni
I really should get myself over to Nordstrom Rack. There’s one over by LAX. I am always amazed at the discounts you get on such pretty clothing. I also like the shirt turned backwards. I love maxi skirts and short skirts on everybody else but me. For me it is knee length knee length knee length.
By the way – that is one cheeky gnome. Nope. I just don’t trust him.
Yes! Get to Nordstrom Rack! It is amazing! But they actually have great deals online now, too. I have not ever shopped online with them before, so I am not sure how that experience is. The prices online differ from instore. Sometimes they are lower and sometimes higher. Please let me know if you go!
Have a great weekend!
Jenni
I do! I love polka dots! Maxi, mini, top, pants on anything really (: Such a beautiful skirt!
– Deniz
Thank you Deniz! : ). I do not own very many polka dots! I always love them on you.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Jenni
I love polkadot anything! that is such a cute skirt and the belt is just amazing with it!!! so, my fave pic has to the ant carrying a twig…just thrown in there…haha!
My favorite picture is the ant, too! : ). Thank you for the sweet compliments!
Have a great weekend!
Jenni
Oh that skirt is so pretty & looks beautiful on you! I love polka dots. They just seem happy to me, they are a cheerful print! I love that the skirt is so flowy & full, very very pretty! You styled it perfectly I think!
I’m off to volunteer in Max’s class today! Have a lovely day!
:)Rebecca
Thank you Rebecca! I appreciate that! I hope your volunteering went well. I miss those sweet days!
Have a great Friday!
Jenni
If I were your husband I would probably stay home and look at you all day. You’re always so pretty! Have a great weekend Jenni!
You made my whole week! That is so sweet of you! Thank you! : )
Sweet dreams!
Jenni