Friday, September 16, 2011

Oxford Heels, Finally


dress: courtesy of Romwe.com
belt: via thrift
tights: via Romwe.com
bag: via eBay
oxford heels: via consignment shop

I have been searching for a pair of brown oxford heels for over a year. Imagine my delight when I spotted this pair on the shelf in one of my favourite consignment shops! They were put out that day, (obviously,) and had probably only been sitting there for a few minutes when I snatched them up. $30, and in my size? Yes, please! I can't wait to wear them with everything ever.

Black and brown/tan is one of my favourite colour/shade combinations.  The proportions on the dress are a little funny - it was clearly designed for a shorter lady than I. (I'm about 5'7".) The cinching sat at the small of the waist on the model, and it really is an empire waist on me. I created the fit I wanted with a thin belt. The hem of the dress is really just long enough to be appropriate. It is still one of my favourite dresses. Who can resist a cream crochet collar? Not me!





10 comments:

This Charming Style said...

That is THE cutest dress! I love it paired with the brown details :) xx

Kenziefaith said...

You are toooo gorgeous! I adore this outfit!

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JennaStevie said...

This dress is seriously wonderful!! I love the print and the detailed collar. The booties look wonderful with it too
xJennaD

Jasmine, Transient Withdrawal said...

I cannot believe you thrifted those shoes! I've been looking for oxford heels too! Ah! That is such a sweet dress! I'm so glad you're blogging regularly now! I have missed you! <3

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Steffys Pros and Cons said...

i love love that bag!

<3 steffy
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Wild Flower said...

This dress is so lovely! The collar and print are to die for! I love your heels too :)

Kaylee Nicole
xoxo

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Jamie Rose said...

Your dress is really adorable even though the fit isn't quite perfect. I love how you belted it and made it work! The new shoes are adorable too. I just got a pair of those recently and need to start wearing mine!