TO A TEE (AND A FULL-LENGTH SKIRT)

Last summer I purchased a full-length white skirt on whim. Being short (at 5'2") and somewhat curvy, I'm not always good at pulling this look off. The skirt has some fullness to it, though, and accentuates the waist quite nicely. But my favorite part about it is that I don't use it to dress up... I pair it with a basic tee. Just like this.
Frédéric Pinet for Marie Claire UK2
vogue uk freja in jil sander
duskjacketattic2
The difference is, since my skirt is white, the top gets to be more colorful and playful which draws the eye up (instead of the focus being my short legs, it's my longer torso!). I can't wait for the sun to emerge a bit around here so I can start wearing it again!  This is by far one of my favorite looks for summer soirees! 


*images: frédéric pinet for marie claire, freja beha in jill sander for vogue via here, and photographer unknown via dustjacket attic

26 comments:

  1. Chic Geek27.3.12

    I absolutely love this look! I"m short too but would totally go for it!!
    xx

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  2. Clare C. Whitaker27.3.12

    LOVE full length skirts. I have a white and black one...but I am crushing on all of the color options that you featured today. I hope you are enjoying your Tuesday!
    Toodles,
    Twirling Clare
    twirlingclare.blogspot.com

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  3. Lolita in the Mix27.3.12

    Love these skirts but to be honest since I'm not so tall I don't wear them. Have to start doing it anyway, since i saw these pics it inspired me. Never thought of the plain T. Thnx!

    Xoxo

    Http://www.lolitainthemix.blogspot.com

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  4. Casey27.3.12

    i'm 5'10 and still dunno if i can pull this off - but after this post i might give it a try!!

    casey
    http://blondraven.blogspot.com/

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  5. Luciane at HomeBunch.com27.3.12

    This look is not for me (to wear), but I definitely can admire and love!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  6. Kristin Peake Interiors27.3.12

    That pink and cream is to die for! Love them! Skrits are everywhere right now. I'm excited for the warm days to come!

    kristinpeakeinteriors.blogspot.com

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  7. Kimberly*27.3.12

    Such a great combination! I love the look...most definitely have to try it!

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  8. ImportKt27.3.12

    luhfff the simplicity and style of t's with long skirts, keeps you comfy and pretty at the same time! thanks for shining a light on this one =)

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  9. Unknown27.3.12

    love these looks, especially the orange peplum skirt.

    Oh - Fancy That.

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  10. Jalon Burton27.3.12

    My absolute 'go-to' outfit for Spring and Summer! GORGEOUS IMAGES Thanks for sharing this and hope you enjoy the rest of your day! coco Jalon

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  11. Unknown27.3.12

    What a cute, easy look for Spring! Love it.

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  12. Tiina A27.3.12

    A long skirt white a simple T-shirt looks fabulous!
    Very nice combinations!

    Tibs
    shoptravelfood.blogspot.com

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  13. ALR27.3.12

    I am sure you will look fabulous! I love the long skirt look!

    Amy

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  14. Peak Rainey27.3.12

    I love the long maxi with a super casual top.. really cute! The orange skirt is to diiiie for.
    xo
    www.styledesignlife.blogspot.com

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  15. Audrey - This Little Street27.3.12

    These are beyond gorgeous, love this look!

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  16. Inés27.3.12

    I like a lot this look, offers many possibilities to a full length skirt...

    Big hugs!
    Inés

    SimplyClassyMe.blogspot.com

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  17. Test27.3.12

    it always looks great when you have a stunning skirt like that one!

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  18. Sam | ashore27.3.12

    I have been absolutely lusting for the full-length flyn from Anne Cramer (might be the skirt pictured in the top photo). I think pairing it with a t-shirt - and being able to dress it down - is one more reason it's a perfect purchase.

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  19. Julie Khuu | Haute Khuuture27.3.12

    Love the bubble peplum! Such a fun take on spring's top trend! Can't wait to see you rock the *ish outta this look!

    xo-Julie
    Peace. Love. LOL!

    Haute Khuuture.com

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  20. Vintage Market Place27.3.12

    I love a long skirt, at 6ft they are hard to find to fit my length correctly and not look like a Golden girl either. LOL
    I do love pairing a perfect tee with a skirt. Its that easy spring feeling.
    LOVE IT.
    Amy

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  21. eva burns27.3.12

    I'm a shorty too, but I absolutely love wearing a maxi skirt with a t. Plus a chunky necklace or bracelet, of course. Here's to attempting to have long legs!

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  22. Andi of My Beautiful Adventures27.3.12

    I've been rocking long skirts for years love them!

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  23. Mrs. Moriarty27.3.12

    I love a long skirt, being a shorty I always go with the high waisted style so give my legs some extra length. would love to wear one of Ulyana Sergeenko skirts with a t-shirt.

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  24. Bobby le Tile28.3.12

    Very cool - as long as you're not wearing your hair like the girls in the photos! They all look like they just got out of bed...

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  25. debra@dustjacket28.3.12

    I love that look!

    Thanks so much for the link-back too,
    xxx

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  26. Unknown30.3.12

    I'm 5' and just bought two maxi skirts for the summer. I plan to pair them with coloured ts and VERY high heels :) oh, and incredible statement jewelry. I love this look and us, short girls, can rock it also! I love the way maxi skirts make me feel taller.

    Awesome post.

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