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DJ/Radio Producer-turned-Lawyer attempts to dress like a grown-up. Sometimes I comically fail. And I occasionally post fun stuff, like music videos, book-club reviews, or photos of beauty or oddity.
FYI: I was doing this entire blog from my Android phone, snatching moments out of my busy life for quick photos. But I hate auto-correct with a purple passion, so now I'm using the computer for most of the work. I am still using my phone for the photos, though. My photo sizes may be erratic, and the quality isn't stellar. I am not a professional blogger, and do not have time for lots of scenic poses with a great camera. I don't even own a great camera! However, I DO appreciate your continued feedback, even in the absence of photographic artistry.

Monday, September 10, 2012

Should I Have My Top Shortened?

Crud! I lost a bunch of text, and had to redo!

Anyway, I bought this gorgeous top when on my last trip to the Mitten:



I love that it's great with jeans or capris… but still looks good with work clothes:



The issue I have with the top is that long bit in the front. It covers the pooch nicely, but looks weird under the jacket. So I've been thinking of shortening it. What do you think?



I just love the patterns, colors, and textures:



And here's the earrings:



I'm going to Yoga class after work, I'll blog the outfit in another post.

Top: Rafaella Studio Petite via Stein Mart
Jacket: Talbot's
Pants: Lane Bryant
Earrings: via Bon Ton (clearance $1!)
Shoes: Clark's of England

8 comments:

  1. Marcela GmdSeptember 10, 2012 at 4:05 PM

    Beautiful outfit!!!
    Besos, desde España, Marcela♥

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  2. cheeky roseSeptember 10, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    Will the gathers sill stick out once you have shorted your top
    How would it look if you stitched some of the gathers flat, this would reduce the bulk and still the styled length at the front, I would loosely stick the hem or the gathers in place first to see how it looks and how easy it is to get on and off.

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    1. lawyerdollSeptember 16, 2012 at 9:36 PM

      I think the gathers stick out because there is chub under them... I'm hoping that problem will be resolved in a few months or so :)

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  3. TeddiSeptember 10, 2012 at 10:25 PM

    are you liking your hair? it looks so cute. i say leave the top as it is, but do what makes you feel best. :) rollerskating/rollerblading is one of my fave things.

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    1. lawyerdollSeptember 10, 2012 at 11:47 PM

      Not really liking my hair now, it's straightening toward the top, and I don't know what's happening. I'm overdue for a haircut, but at least the appointment is tomorrow…

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  4. LisaSeptember 11, 2012 at 12:58 AM

    Hello,

    I would be concerned that the gathers would not lay properly if you shortened the longer part. How does it look if you button the jacket? I don't know if that would help or not...but worth a try.

    I also think it would be a bit too short.

    The pattern and cut are pretty.

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  5. ShybikerSeptember 11, 2012 at 9:00 AM

    It's very pretty. Shortening it depends on what you'll wear it with. It could look good either way, depending on that.

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  6. freedaSeptember 11, 2012 at 5:15 PM

    What a weird drape! I would want it brought up a bit, but not as high as it is in the back.

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