The Messy Project February 2013

I am literally jumping out of my printed pants because of today's post - yes it's that exciting! Over the summer I discovered Kelly's blog Messy Dirty Hair and fell in love with her honest and open approach to everything. Whether it's fashion, beauty, music or just life in general, she's always bringing a slice of humor and realness to her posts. So when I was asked to participate in Kelly's baby, #TheMessyProject for February, of course I jumped at the chance. What's #TheMessyProject you ask?

 

   

The Deal:
1 Item
5 Girls
5 Different Looks
1 Major Blog Post Day

 

The main goal here is to showcase that we can embrace our differences and make a fashion statement with our OWN style. In short, Kelly sends each of us the same article of clothing and we all style it differently. I must admit that I was a bit nervous before getting my item - what if I don't make it creative enough?! But as soon as I got this nude high-low dress in the mail I was stoked. So many possibilities with this baby right? Take a look at what I came up with:

 

 

Dress: Forever 21

Sweater: H&M (old)

Shoes: Sole Society

Purse: DSW

Hat: My Dad's

Necklace: Hearts Woven Together Necklace c/o Amy's Vintage Closet

Nails: Sally Hansen "Pacific Blue"

T+J Designs Spike Bracelet c/o LuckyFABB, Stella & Dot Foundation Bracelet c/o Suburban Sparkle, Skull Bracelet - Vestique

 

I absolutely loved this high-low frock but I wanted to dress it down a bit - make it more casual. Our L.A. weather has been so fickle lately so layering is key around here. I turned the dress into a skirt (one of my favorite styling tips by the way) and paired it with my go-to sparkly silver sweater. Then I played up the neutral palate with some brown ankle booties, a pink/nude necklace and this gem of a fedora I took from my dad's closet. My favorite part about this outfit? It can be worn fall or spring - super transitional! Oh and not to mention comfy!

 

And if you follow me on instagram you already know how much I heart this fabulous blue nail polish. It's so amazingggggg! I keep getting tons of comments on the color. Thanks again Kelly for a fabulous challenge! And don't forget to stop by the other ladies' blogs to see how they styled their dress!

Amanda * The Pretty Pinhead
Kathrin * ShopSchoolSleep
Mils * Mila Rose Designs
Kelly * Dirty Messy Hair

And don't forget to enter my giveaway to win this fabulous GiGi New York Clutch! Or you can use the code DAZZLE for 20% off any purchase!

 

Isn't she a beaut? You can get her personalized & everything if you win! 20 chances so make sure you enter before the 25th! Happy Wednesday everyone! xoxo