Wednesday, July 26, 2017

Summer Fun

It's the peak of Summer so I want to wear something fun. A tulle skirt fills that bill. I'm adding a cute top I picked up for a song. What do you think of the ensemble?

P.S., Here's another secret about my life. When most women come home, they kick off their heels. When I arrive home, I *put on* my heels. I wear them around the house because I enjoy how they make me feel -- putting me in touch with my feminine side. I may be the only woman who relaxes, cooks and cleans in high heels but that's okay, because "there's no wrong way to be a woman."

(I love that phrase; it's the tagline of a video which encourages acceptance of diversity.)















23 comments:

  1. WOW, I LOVE this ensemble actually! I just couldn't imagine doing my housekeeping in it, you are a better Woman than I my Friend! *winks*

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  2. Very "Queen of All".

    That skirt is wonderful.

    You have stronger feet that I my friend.

    bisous
    Suzanne

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  3. You look super cute in this outfit ... perhaps and elegant twist on the French maids outfit to do housework in???

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  4. I love this outfit, the skirt is my favorite! And if my heels were more comfortable I'd kick around the house in the them too!

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  5. I am in the same boat. I look forward to putting on my heels when I get home, along with a dress or a skirt and top.
    I may have mentioned that my wife has become more tolerant of my dressing since most often when I dress I will do the cooking or cleaning. She seems at east when I am at the counter slicing and dicing veggies.
    Earlier this week I stopped on the way home and picked up a few pounds of chop meat and some sausage and whipped up a major 'sauce' complete with all the spices and herbs. I cooked enough so that I have 5 extra servings of frozen meatballs, sausage and 'gravy' sitting in the freezer.
    Pat

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  6. beautiful look! i like your top Ally.

    as for heels.. let me tell you a secret. I often put on pretty dress and heels for home in days when I was running around like crazy being as much of a tomboy as I am

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  7. Omg ! Hands down my favorite outfit on you and one of the prettiest looks on any blog. I am I'm love with the all out feminity! I am glad you wear heels to cook, that sounds like a daily celebration to me!
    Thank you for sharing this about yourself Ally!
    Xx, Elle
    http://www.theellediaries.com/

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  8. I adore this outfit - one of your best, Ally! The white shoulder straps are distracting me a bit, however - I think they should be on the shoulder (like a bra strap, to support the top), or cut them off/hide them to make this a true off-the-shoulder top. :) Not a huge deal (my own issue, ha!), and feel free to ignore me!

    Gawd, I can't wait to get home and take my heels off! But I can see on the flip side how exciting and fulfilling it would be to "be Ally" once you're home! Good for you!

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    1. The straps started on my shoulders but kept falling down -- and since I'm also the photographer but unable to see what's happening, I missed that. For simplicity, I may just cut them off. My shoulders are too wide for them to stay where designed.

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  9. You know, maybe it's just me but I feel as though you are really blossoming and coming into your own and developing a style that is uniquely you and it's just so refreshing to see :) I also love this ensemble. I personally can't imagine putting on heels lever but that's also because I come home and want to take off my bra immediately lol. Set all the things go free, I say :)

    Xoxo

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    1. Thank you, Charlotte! I believe you're right.

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  10. I agree with the others. This is one of my favorite outfits I've seen you in. Love it! You look gorgeous!
    So pretty. I feel I may be gushing a bit. But you deserve it. (Can you hear me "virtually" clapping and whistling?) :)

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    1. Thank you, Lisa! Yes, I can hear your enthusiasm -- and it thrills me!

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  11. I dub this outfit "Sweet Summer Lady".

    It's a winner. I admit, I go straight for my jammies. I like comfort though. These days anyway.

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  12. I love that you clean and cook wearing your High Heels! What a great image and good to read that you enjoy it and it connects you with your feminine side.
    That outfit is really sweet and fun, great combo!
    By the way, I have received your sweet card and I'll totally join your girl gang! This will find its place in my kitchen, for sure! Thanks a lot for your sweet cards, they always come surprisingly and put a smile on my face.

    -Kati
    Almost Stylish

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  13. Your outfit matches Kezzie's cards in her recent post!
    I love how celebratory this outfit feels.
    I no longer wear heels but I remember the powerful feeling they gave. Surprisingly I never felt very feminine in them, but that's just me!
    Wearing ballet shoes (like on my wedding day) made me feel most feminine.
    xo Jazzy Jack

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  14. Hello! Ha, ha Jazzy Jack was right about my cards!.
    This is a really pretty look, it makes me think of Ballet dancers. You're better than me, I can't bear heels for very long. In fact, we are on our way to a wedding now and I was wearing pink floral heels (they'd go well with this!)but after walking 3/4 mile to the station in them, I've swapped into.flats!

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  15. P.S. what are you sitting on? It looks like you are suspended in air!!!

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  16. That outfit is just wow! Love the off the shoulder top! xxx

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