outfit du jour: willful suspension of disbelief

Honestly, this outfit doesn't feel right to me at all. I've had this dress since I was in high school, and have been looking for an opportunity to wear it again, to help me decide if it's worth keeping or not. Since Tammy at Silver Style has started a new link up, Trending Through the Decades, which I've been really excited to participate in, and the theme this week was polka dots, I thought it was the perfect chance to wear this dress. I think I've decided it's time to donate this one, because it just doesn't fit my style anymore, but I'm glad I gave it one more chance.


Dress: super old, I don't remember where it was from or how much it was. Sweater: Old Navy, $20.



Vintage Love Knot Earrings: Secondhand, Gift.



Vintage Bag: Secondhand, Gift.



Shoes: Jessica Simpson, $32.

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41 comments:

  1. LauraSeptember 23, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Thanks for your comment!

    Cool earrings

    xxx

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  2. Style JourneySeptember 23, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    this is a really cute dress! Polka dots always give off a retro vibe. The earrings are pretty great too :) Have a nice weekend

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  3. KristenSeptember 23, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    Now that I have my ears pierced (yes, after twenty one years, I got them done), I want earrings!!!!! And those little earrings are super cute ♥

    Happy Friday!

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  4. GiddyUpGirlzSeptember 23, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Love the red bag! maybe you could sell the dress in your etsy shop. I think you look adorable and I know lots of peeps love polka dots...

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  5. ArynSeptember 23, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Super cute dress! I'm glad you finally gave it a chance! Your bag is stunning as well!

    Aryn
    Driftwood and Daydreams

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  6. STYLE MARMALADESeptember 23, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    you said is an old dress but the polka dots is totally back on trend! love the 50's shape of the dress! I think it really suits you!xx

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  7. Toni.September 23, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Great post, and great outfit!

    snazzyarentwe.blogspot.com

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  8. ClaireSeptember 23, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    what a great polka dot dress! love the bright pop of color with the purse and the edging!

    spinning-threads.blogspot.com

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  9. JTWisdomSeptember 23, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    I think the polka dot dress is pretty and with those Jessica Simpson sling back heels you look to cute. I love how you add red with the purse. Polka dots are so hot for fall and winter.

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  10. my thrifty closetSeptember 23, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    I love this dress, it's super cute! It's not your usual style but you look gorgeous. I love the red vintage bag too, what a lovely gift.

    love,mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  11. ElaineSeptember 24, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    Beautiful dress. Glad you got a chance to wear it again!

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  12. Molly JeanSeptember 24, 2011 at 3:56 AM

    wonderful use of polka dots, I also love the red bag

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  13. Bird Bug PugSeptember 24, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    love it, those earrings are one of the top kind to have if you only have a few pairs.. i think its like pearls, (fake) diamonds, knot earrings, hoops...

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  14. ChiChi81September 24, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    That polka dress is beautiful! But if it doesn't fit your style anymore, I agree with donating it, it would make someone else's day brighter when they get their hands on it, so you're doing a good thing here :) And I just like that red vintage bag, it's in such pristine condition.

    Cheers,

    Wi
    A Single Girl's Musings

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  15. DeniseSeptember 24, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    You may not like it anymore, but you look so pretty, I loved the dress!!! I love polka dots, in fact, so, how could I not love your dress now? It's really cute! And the bag is great, red is my favorite color!

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  16. CaraSeptember 24, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    I really like this dress, and its good for the upcoming season with polka dots being so on trend. I really love that red purse, its beautiful! You have great style!

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  17. UnknownSeptember 24, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    I think you look lovely. Not exactly the look you usually put out there but fits your "retro" vibe.
    Dump it or keep it, if it doesn't make you happy and feel special...........donate.
    Thank you so much for linking up. I'm happy that I have 6 so far! Next week I have to make it a more narrow window. I feel like I can't do a new post until the window has expired and I always have something to say and share.
    What do you think?

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  18. Debbi@SheAccessorizesWellSeptember 24, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    I think you look great! I have been looking everywhere for polka dots. If it is a trend, someone forgot to tell the merchants in Wichita!

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  19. lawyerdollSeptember 24, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    It's adorable... my instinct would be to keep it, but I'm a recovering hoarder! I'm sure whoever thrifts it next will put it to good use!

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  20. marykapsiSeptember 24, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    Lovely shoes! <3

    maryfashionlove.blogspot.com

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  21. AnPhibianSeptember 24, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    I love the dress too, and you look wonderful in it. But you are right: if it doesn't feel like "you," it's time to move on. Someone will be very happy with it!

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  22. AnonymousSeptember 24, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    the dress is really flattering, but if you don't wear it than pass it on!

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  23. Amy's Fashion BlogSeptember 24, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    I have clothes like that too. Have a good weekend.

    http://amyfashionblog52.blogspot.com/

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  24. CecilietteSeptember 24, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    We should always give our cloth a second chance! It doesn´t look bad, i´ll say you keep it.
    Love the knotted earrings!Great find.

    xx

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  25. AquíSeptember 24, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    what an interesting concept, trending through the decades!! Glad you found a use for this dress. I have pieces like that, the ones you don't want to part with but never wear. As soon as you toss them, there is the occasion you've been waiting for and you think, if only I had that dress right now! You look great!

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  26. MarieSeptember 24, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    I totally do that too - wear something for the last time knowing I'm going to give it away. It's like our last little good-bye. ;)


    Dirty Pink Cardigan


    :D

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  27. Shea LennonSeptember 24, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    I do that very same thing--wear an item one more time before deciding to give it away. I guess it's like closure :) Don't give those shoes away though, those are hot!

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  28. LorenSeptember 24, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    The polka dots are WAY cute. But I understand why it needs to go.
    Also now that I know you also have tiny feet I will probably email you with pics next time I am getting rid of some shoes ;) Then I can gift you any that you like.

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  29. Natalie LeungSeptember 25, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    oh that is a pretty polka dot dress! really worth keeping it :)

    natalie
    http://lucyandtherunaways.blogspot.com

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  30. I V YSeptember 25, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    i just love polka dots!

    xo zebra and meerkat

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  31. DawnSeptember 25, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    I love this feminine style on you. What a beautiful smart style, although I know you favor a bohemian style better. I love both. Dawn Suitcase Vignettes xo

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  32. FASHION TALESSeptember 25, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    I understand what you mean, I have a skirt that I have had for years... it's good that you wore your lovely dress again. I love the vintage knot earrings. :)

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  33. AnonymousSeptember 25, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    the dress may not be your style any more, but it looks great on you and the bag is just too good.

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  34. UnknownSeptember 25, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    I think this dress is adorable- you rock the polka dots! I hope you had a fab weekend!

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  35. HeyDahyeSeptember 26, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    Love this! You are spot on trend....get it? hahahah

    http://heydahye.blogspot.com/

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  36. PAPSSeptember 26, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    I am not much of a polka dot fan either.
    www.thoughtsofpaps.com

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  37. Crazy for fashionSeptember 26, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    The polka dots are so on now, and tha bag is gorgeous! <3<3

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  38. CherylSeptember 26, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    What an adorable dress! I adore the bag too.

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  39. TanyabellSeptember 26, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    cute shoes!

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  40. Emmett KatherineSeptember 26, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Even though this dress isn't your style anymore it still looks quite lovely on :)

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  41. LorenaSeptember 28, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    I was actually going to compliment you !

    I think its a marvelous dress on you :)

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