Fashion Friday: Lucky Star

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It was quite a warm day when I wore this outfit but I decided to mix it up between a long sleeved shirt and a short skirt. The shirt I am wearing is cropped – a style I don’t usually like – but if worn with the right pants or skirt, can look good. I think the primary reason I don’t like cropped shirts is that they hardly do favours for my height. The same goes for really high-waisted stuff.

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The shirt has long sleeves but it isn’t too warm to wear. The back has some detailing and is a little bit longer. The boxy shape of the top is interesting. If it wasn’t a cropped top I dare say it will swamp my small figure, as rigid square shaped tops are not suited for petite girls. I also like the formal style of the shirt. I have very few collared shirts that can be dressed both up and down.

[caption width=“550” id=“ff-2” align=“center”]Full body shot from behind, showing shirt detail Full body shot from behind, showing shirt detail[/caption]

I am wearing a necklace that I bought from Dainty and Bold. I really wanted the blue version of this necklace as I love the design, but they sold out. Even after waiting a while, they didn’t stock it again. I settled for the pink one, hoping it wasn’t too pink. Pink is my least favourite colour (as many of you know), but this necklace was pretty nice.

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[caption width=“1200” id=“ff-4” align=“center”]Close up of pink stone and pearl necklace Close up of pink stone and pearl necklace[/caption]

As it was warm, it naturally called for a short skirt without pantyhose. I don’t really like wearing tight skirts in the summer so I am glad I had this skirt on hand. It is made of fake shiny leather-like material. I like the way it flares out – A-line skirts are more flattering for my short figure.

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The earrings are from Floralpunk – I love the detailing in the earring backing, it’s a nice touch. The ring was a birthday gift from my mother a couple of years ago.

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[caption width=“550” id=“ff-7” align=“center”]Striking a pose with my hand on my hip Striking a pose with my hand on my hip[/caption]

This edition of FF is named Lucky Star after the Madonna song. The outfit she wore to promote that song isn’t really like this outfit – she was certainly a bit more ‘rebellious’ and edgy – I’d say this is a more demure version.

Outfit details

  • Top: Basque (available at Myer)
  • Skirt: Purchased at a market
  • Shoes: Sandler
  • Earrings: Floralpunk (Twinkle Moonshine Earring)
  • Necklace: Dainty and Bold (Lavender Pink Petite Pearl Necklace)
  • Ring: Bevilles
  • Sunglasses and Bag: Fossil

Photography by Seb.