Friday 3 October 2014

Atmos&Here Willow Printed Tee Dress, Ankle Boots | Grey Pencil Skirt and Converse

Today I'm blogging one of my latest wardrobe additions from my September shopping, as well as one of the last unworn items from my August purchases. I'm also sharing the first of my outfits for the Fox In Flats September Style Dare (I was a little late joining and I'm behind in blogging, although I was up-to-date on instagram).


Here's what I wore to go shopping with my sister:
Atmos&Here Willow Tee Dress Acne Pistol Boots Spring Style Aussie Blogger
Sunglasses: Cotton On 'Kirsten sunnie' in yellow
DressAtmos & Here Willow printed tee dress (new purchase)
ShoesAcne pistol boots in "skin"


First wearing of this cute printed dress! I had planned a day out shopping with my sister, and this dress was the perfect thing to wear to take advantage of the warmer spring weather. I was eager to wear it with the ankle boots, as it was the first footwear I had in mind when I saw the dress online. Really liked the combination! Something a little different from a dress and Chucks!

Wanted to buy this dress after seeing it on the Atmos&Here instagram page, but waited to buy it until The Iconic had a 50% off discount code. I try not to pay full price if I can avoid it! The print is available in a shirt dress and a tee as well, but I thought this simple tee dress would get the most wear. Really happy with this addition to my wardrobe :)


Last worn: yellow sunnies, Acne pistol boots. First time I've worn the dress.



Here's what I wore to run errands with baby:
Casual grey marle pencil skit Converse chucks white tee outfit
SunniesRayban new Wayfarers
Tee: Jeanswest 'Leila' embroidered top
SkirtAtmos&Here grey marle jersey pencil skirt (new purchase)
ShoesConverse Chuck Taylor All Star low in white


This is my first outfit from the Fox in Flats September style challenge! I did mean to join for the whole month, but forgot all about it until half way through. Time got away from me. When I wore this, the challenge for the day was "white out".  I'd been looking at this pencil skirt in my wardrobe for a while after I purchased it, and knew I had to at least try to wear it to accomplish my shopping goals.

Not entirely sure what to wear with a pencil skirt when I wasn't taking it to the office, I remembered the style dare and used that for inspiration to wear this white tee. It still looked like something I'd wear to the office though (yey for relaxed dress codes!) so I added the Converse to try make it more casual. I thought it worked well, but baby T didn't agree and the skirt had to be swapped for a pair of shorts later in the day after he got a little messy!


I didn't get around to wearing this pencil skirt twice after I purchased it, as I suspected might happen when I bought it. I just couldn't pass by a good grey pencil skirt on sale, and thought that maybe with the casual fabric I might be able to wear it outside the office. I just can't shake the idea that to me, pencil skirts are office wear. So I've packed this skirt away in the "office wear" box in my wardobe for when I go back to work after maternity leave.

Although I've only worn it once, my purchase review: not the best purchase for right now. I'm glad I bought it, but probably shouldn't have as it doesn't fit my current lifestyle. Although I know I will wear this skirt later, I'm trying to stop buying things I'm not going to wear right away, so I don't end up in a year with a wardrobe full of items still with tags on.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarers, embroidered white tee, Converse. First time I've worn the pencil skirt.


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34 comments:

  1. I can definitely relate to waiting for your favorite piece to go on sale. The dress is really cute and getting it half off only makes it all the better.

    I really love your second look - the pale neutrals and mix with the converse is so fun!
    Chic on the Cheap

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    1. Yes, finding something you love on sale makes it twice as nice! :)

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  2. The color & print of that dress is so pretty. I always have a tough time dressing down pencil skirts too and my converse and denim jacket always seems to do the trick.

    Alice
    www.happinessatmidlife.com

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    1. Oh a denim jacket would have been a good idea! :)

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  3. Oh how lovely is the print on the Atom dress. It speaks spring doesn't it? I reckon the light minty hue really compliments your skin (are you Irish?). When are you heading back to work? Or you have already (sorry if I missed the post if you did mention about this). Have a lovely weekend Mica :)

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    1. haha no, I'm an Aussie! :) Just a very pale one.....I burn so easily! It is the perfect spring dress! I don't have to go back to work for a while yet, so lucky to be in a great country and with a great company and have so much maternity leave! :)

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  4. Mica, that print looks so pretty on you! Very tropical! Looks great on you! Hope you had a fabulous time with your sister. Love your skirt and top! Stylish, simple & chic.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  5. oh you look charming! I loved the dress a lot and the boots are perfect for it! the neutral white outfit is charming as well! I hope skirt is fine after baby T's work :)

    Lyosha
    Inside and Outside Blog

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    1. Yes, I'm getting better at washing out his "stains" haha! :)

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  6. Lovin' both looks on you and the pencil skirt and sneakers combo is just too good. Looking great Mica! :)

    xTheresa

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    1. Thanks Theresa, it was a different but fun combo to try! :)

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  7. Haha, I was like "ooooh, did she get a new dress??"
    You picked a cute one too! Love the color, the print, the fit....everything :)

    http://thedragonfruitdiaries.blogspot.com/2014/10/something-wicked.html

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    1. It is such a cute dress! I'm over-wearing it now, as soon as I've washed and dried it, it's on again :P haha!

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  8. Love that first dress! Such a fun print. It's so funny that as I am transitioning to cooler weather clothes, you are getting hotter. I love how you paired this with your nude/tan ankle booties. It makes me want a pair that matches my skin.

    xo, Amy Ann
    The Real Arnolds

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    1. I got really lucky with those boots! had always wanted a pair, stumbled across them on massive sale in my size and couldn't resist! :)

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  9. I actually really like the second outfit and unless it isn't very pratical to move in, the pencil skirt seems rather fit for styling even casual outfits. My problem with these skirts is actually that I find them very restricting (and not very flattering on me). Currently I don't own any at all.

    Anyway, I think it's a lovely outfit with the embroidered top and Converse.

    Alex - Funky Jungle

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    1. Thanks Alex! the material is really stretchy, so quite comfortable for me! Definitely something I'm too used to seeing as office wear though!

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  10. Love that Atmos and here dress. I always mingle my work clothes with my others, thats probably why they die so quickly

    Pixelhazard | Bright Green Laces

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    1. I think I have too many "work specific" pieces, I don't mix-and-match as much as I could!

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  11. isn't it great that the iconic always has so many sales! a lot of stuff ends up being reallly cheap with 50% off. the printed dress looks so cute on you! :) have a wonderful long weekend!

    Metallic Paws

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    1. it is good for my wardrobe, but bad for my bank account! haha! :)

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  12. Those booties are so so cute! xo, Hayley www.dailydoseofdarling.com

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  13. That dress is stunning! I love the bright colors and happy print and it really looks great with booties!

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  14. That tee dress is amazing! Love the print ;)

    xo,
    miranda

    thechicstreet.com

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  15. I like these ensembles on you! The print dress made me smile; it reminds me of when I was living in the Caribbean wearing all those fun, carefree island dresses (but worn with bare feet...or flip-flops if I really needed to dress up, haha.) The Acne boots are quite unexpected with the dress, and I like the look a lot.

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    1. Oh that sounds like an amazing place to live! And such a carefree wardrobe! :)

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  16. That dress is stunning. Love the print and 50% off. Damn, I forgot about that one. I had every intention of taking advantage of that one when I saw it in my inbox. Sigh. Also loving the pencil skirt. I always envision pairing those kind of skirts with something plain on top, like a tank.

    Sxx
    www.daringcoco.com

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    1. I jumped on it right away, I was too eager to get that dress, haha! :) Luckily they have sales often :)

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  17. I love that dress - great colour and pattern. The skirt/tee/Cons look is awesome for a more casual look.

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  18. That printed dress is soooooo much fun! The print is so youthful and cheery! I love this look on you!

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  19. I like your new printed dress and even though you seem to be regretting the grey skirt purchase i think its fab. I would wear that same outfit with the skirt and white top to the office, just change to heels !

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    1. I'd definitely wear it to the office! It will get lots of use next year when I return to work I'm sure!

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  20. I love both your outfits Mica! So spring with fresh vibrant and clean colours. Love!
    x Kirsty
    http://geelongfashionista.com

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  21. Thank you al for your kind comments - and suggestions about the casual pencil skirt outfit! :)

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