Okay, first off, let me warn you, this is not going to be everyone’s cup of tea. This knitted top/dress kind of looks like something that belongs over a neon, high-cut bikini from 1982. on the beach. seeing as it’s, you know, see-through.
But just give it a second look. See how clean and minimal it looks with khaki and black? Notice the overabundant ventilation holes (key to any deep South summer)? See how it’s kind of a neutral but with added texture?
On Lar/Moi: thrfited knitted top • Ashley Watson recycled leather purse • Zeebra bra (so comfy and lots of coverage) • AE shorts • Mango shoes • BCBG ring and OMG! bracelet • Kristen Coffin rings
Also, I got it for $12 at Rag-o-rama! That day I took my closet purge goodies to Rag-o-rama, I thought I would just have myself a little look (I know I’m supposed to be cleaning out my closet, but this folds up real small – I promise!). For you see, I’m not the first person to think this whole knitted top thing looks good. In fact I stole the idea from a bunch of Scandinavian girls’ closets and the Isabel Marant Spring 2011 show.
Scan girls: Elin Kling • Emma Elwin • After Drk
And this is how the Isabel Marant girls wore it. I promise to never think this knit is so awesome (or I am) that I can wear it the way girlfriend #2 has it. I’ll save that for the professionals:
So tell me, did I convince you? Would you wear something like this or do you think I’m just nuts?
Cute outfit! I would definitely wear something like that because it’s so hot in Georgia and I know this sounds bad, but the less layers, the better. I like how you said that the holes add ventilation holes! And I love Rag-O-Rama!
I absolutely love it! I don’t get an 80s vibe from it at all, actually. It just looks cool as hell.
i dig it! i have a similar top except its a lil more tighter. i like yours more!
I like it and it looks hot on you!
I dig it – go girl!
Yeah, I’ve been seeing this all over the place. It seems hot, though.? Maybe depends on the weight.
The OMG bangle is fucking brill!
PS. I totally replied to all your comments, Lar, I hope you read them! 😛
I think I would have to wear it over another nude tank. I’m just not comfortable showing my bra, and in my neighborhood it would definitely attract the wrong kind of attention! If you’re comfortable with it though, rock it!
That’s a great idea, Kristi! The bra I was wearing was almost like a cropped tank-top (lots of coverage), but I think for even more coverage-comfort a nude tank is the way to go!
Ha! Check out today’s Gilt.com offering!
http://cdn1.gilt.com/images/share/uploads/0000/0000/8727/87279413/med.jpg?53_1311024062000
You’re good, girl!
Well spotted, Stephanie! I knew I wasn’t the only one crazy enough to wear this (though I guess models can get away with anything- damn them!). Thanks for the link 😉
I think its fab on you. But not something that will work for me, I fear. And score for $12!!! Imagine how much the Isabel Marant version cost. There’s a certain utilitarian/McGyver feel to this that I like too. Like you’re a total badass who can wield a machete in the jungle.