Sunday, January 2, 2011

First Outfit Of The Year

I bought this pretty dress as a Christmas present to myself.  It's made by Jessica Simpson.  I got the dress on sale for $39 at a discount-store named Fox's.  That price is way more than I usually spend, but I wanted something special.

What do you think?







Oh, and I took the pictures with my new Nikon camera.  I haven't mastered the many operations of the camera yet; these are just basic photos.
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41 comments:

  1. AshelleJanuary 2, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    I think you have awesome long legs! The dress is cute. I was looking at a similar one before the holiday. The checkers are sweet. Plus with the black & white you can change the belt & accessories depending on the occasion.

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  2. ShybikerJanuary 2, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Thanks, Ashelle. The dress actually came with a skinny black belt that I replaced with the yellow one for a pop of color.

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    You look classic and gorgeous. I do agree with Ashelle, you have been truly blessed with beautiful legs. I would pair the dress up with a pretty crimson belt if I could. :)This dress is special, it's my most favorite outfit of yours.

    Have a wonderful New Year :)

    Look forward to hearing from you

    Love

    Tashrin from Toronto, Canada

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  4. SaraJanuary 2, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Dude, you are beautiful!! I think this is my favorite look of yours, I am partial to 60's style, but you are perfect in this!!

    Sweet new camera! You are going to be wasting hours and hours taking pictures of random stuff, honestly, it is the best thing to do. I have about 600 pictures of the tree outside, different times of day, close-ups, at night, etc. Camera's are fun toys :):)

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  5. UnknownJanuary 2, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    Oh my! You look absolutely adorable! Love the dress and those long and sexy legs!

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  6. Fernanda OcchioniJanuary 2, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    I love your new dress!!!

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  7. LorenaJanuary 2, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Oh I was waiting to see this dress !!!
    It is fabulous on you, I would have picked it up too!
    I begin to see a difference in your pictures ... but most important you look SO HAPPY!

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  8. DinsmoorJanuary 2, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Your legs are wonderful! and the dress it's so cute. I like the belt too ;) I like everything in fact, haha.
    xoxo

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  9. BrittanyJanuary 2, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    LOVE!! I love this dress and I love that you paired it with the yellow belt because it's a color combo that I would have never thought would work. (Too much similarity to a bumblebee normally?) But the hint of yellow is smashing!

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  10. EmmaJanuary 2, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    OMG !! I LOVE this dress !! It has a great vintage feel to it. Classic. You wear it well and definitely have Great Legs !

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  11. The Closet ShopperJanuary 2, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    That dress needs me! So beautiful. I love houndstooth. So classic. You look wonderful in this dress and adding the yellow belt was a stroke of genius. You can tell you love the dress by your expression. You look very happy.

    Is that your kitchen you are standing in? It looks great. We start our kitchen remodel tomorrow so I have kitchens on the brain!

    xoxo,
    Tracy

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  12. EmmaJanuary 2, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    That dress is beautiful; great cut, great pattern and that yellow belt gives it that extra something! So 60s, so lovely. You look great.

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  13. AngelaJanuary 2, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Love that dress, it's very 'Mad Men'. Love that show! Man you have some awesome legs!
    Ang xxx

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  14. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    MAn I am so jealous!!! I love the dress!! It is so dang hot, like a 50's inspired Mad Men look!! You really topped it off with the red lips!
    I havent seen any new Jessica Simpson dresses, lucky you that you got yours on sale!!

    XX

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  15. lawyerdollJanuary 3, 2011 at 1:14 AM

    That dress is an absolute dream on you! And kudos on the yellow belt- an unpredictable pop of color. Just adorable!

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  16. MiniJanuary 3, 2011 at 2:30 AM

    I love, love, love that Dress! I would totaly wear it, haha :) And I think I would look lovely with a yellow pashmina around the shoulders.

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  17. BaxterJanuary 3, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    This dress is fabulous - the shape really suits you. Black and white prints are perfect for mixing with strong colours, like you've done here. I love the lemony belt - great choice. And I would do just about anything within in the law for legs like yours.

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  18. PoppyJanuary 3, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    Fantastic choice with the yellow belt and the cut of the dress is just perfect for your ridiculously long legs! =]

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  19. freedaJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    I quite like it!

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  20. ShybikerJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Thanks, guys, for the sweet compliments. They warm my heart on a cold winter day.

    When I lifted this dress off the rack, it called to me immediately; I hoped it would look as good on me as it did on the hangar. I love everything about it.

    I was a child in the early to mid-1960's when fashionable women wore dresses just like this one. With that imprint on my psyche, this style appeals to me deeply. It illustrates what I think a beautiful woman should look like.

    Tracy: yes, this is part of my kitchen which was completely renovated last year. Good luck with your work.

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  21. Jenarcissist @ the closet narcissistJanuary 3, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I think this is my favorite look I've ever seen on you, m'dear! Love the classic houndstooth with the classy but cute shape of this dress. And way to go with your smart move on adding that yellow belt. Perfect!!

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  22. AshleyJanuary 3, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Yeah! I like this dress. A lot. Love the splash of yellow, and I think I like your new camera. I'm in love with my Canon, but I'd like to try a Nikon out sometime, too. What model did you get? I might have to rent one and try it out.

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  23. UnknownJanuary 3, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    A lovely choice for you! It shows off your beautiful legs and the (houndstooth) pattern is very flattering. I love that you are finding the period genre(50's/60's)that works for you. Touche!!

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  24. FrancyJanuary 3, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Wow, you look amazing! I love how you styled it up with the black pumps and skinny yellow belt.

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  25. DianaJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    That dress is gorgeous! I love the yellow belt.

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  26. LaurenJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    That dress is great! The print is so fun! And have fun with your new camera!! What type of Nikon is it? I use a Nikon D50 for work!

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  27. FuzzygaloreJanuary 3, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    :: whistles :: cat call ::

    Very nice! I really think this is a shape that you should choose again.

    Where the belt falls seems to give you a more natural appearance of a womanly bustline and small waist.

    The flare of the skirt accentuates that thin, high waistline of a woman - and balances out the shoulders. It makes you look more hourglassy. It's especially accentuated in the first pic.

    The length of the skirt is very flattering - sweetly sexy without being too short.

    $39 bucks well spent.

    Nice shoes, as well!

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  28. alyaJanuary 3, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Gonna agree with the commenter just above me...the cut of the dress and belt placement gives you a wonderful shape!

    Thanks for the Christmas and New Year's wishes. I'm pretty terrible at responding to things lately but I do see them and I do appreciate it. :)

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  29. BriannaJanuary 3, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    GORGEOUS :) I love Jessica Simpson's dresses. I don't own one myself but I drool when I see them at Boston Store.

    And good choice with switching out the belt--genius!

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  30. RMbJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    i LOVE this! very very cute dress. also, congrats on the camera. i'm totally jealous. :)

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  31. Kim AxaniJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    You look great, this dress really suits you! Nice legs!

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  32. TheStrawberryFieldsJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Its a lovely dress and the Jessica Simpsons range is getting very popular so $39 is a great price.
    Sometimes its good to spend that little extra to get something a bit special.

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  33. BonnieJanuary 5, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Ahhhhh! You look cute. And you have great legs. Me-ow. :)

    xoxo.
    http://glamkittenslitterbox.blogspot.com/

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  34. UnknownJanuary 5, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    You would put Jessica Simpson herself to shame in this outfit- you rock this dress! What a great deal for designer! Can I please have your legs!!! Happy New Year xo

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  35. MegJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Starting the new year off right!! New camera and an incredibly adorable outfit! Yes and double yes! The dress is the perfect cut for you, and the print is a great choice. I also love that you paired it with a yellow belt. It gives the ensemble a quirky touch that I so much adore and look for in outfits. FABULOUS!!

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  36. mode.January 5, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    wow! love it with the neckline and bright belt. and hello, legs mcgee! i'm jealous! :)
    <3 mode.
    http://modestylist.blogspot.com

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  37. Kallie, Happy Honey and LarkJanuary 6, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    you should see if theres a "for dummies" book for your blog. i just got one and its got all these tips and amazing things that the manual doesn't mention.
    also, that dress is the most flattering shape. I think that is perfect. Jessica Simpson's lines are usually pretty durable and flattering and worth the price.
    ps-happy new year!!!!

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  38. LouiseJanuary 6, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    omg I loooove your dress!! can't believe it was only $39 :O bargain! xx

    Oh and if you haven't already, don't forget to enter my Nicholas Sparks' Safe Haven Giveaway :)

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  39. Anika http://www.byanika.comJanuary 6, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Hi, I love this dress! That pattern is fab, have been wanting to sew me a dress in it :) you look beautiful sweetheart. A following you! <3 Anika

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  40. UnknownJanuary 6, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    I can't help myself ... I have to do the 'wolf' whistle ... you look fabulous!!!!

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  41. SheilaJanuary 7, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Wow, Shy, you look lovely in this! The dress hits your waist perfectly and I love the overall pattern. Hot mama! Love the yellow belt - awesome touch!

    A very Happy New Year to you, by the way, sorry for not popping in more. :)

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