So strapless week hey. Well that Danimezza has a lot to answer for in my opinion. Strapless is very much not my thing. When looking for wedding dresses the idea of strapless did my head in. I FEEL like a line backer. You know those guys who play gridiron with the big ass pads on their shoulders? One of those guys. Not something I tend to want to emulate in my wardrobe. In saying that, that’s me, my shape {what do they call an upside down triangle anyway?}, it works so beautifully on others. But this being a challenge, here I go. Maxi skirt pulled up to the wahzoo, belted for definition.
There is not really much to say about this except I love, love these photos by Dani. The light, the colours and the way she made my Lily & Lou maxi skirt look a million bucks. I was nervous too. There is something daunting about a giant lens pointed at you even if it is being held by a friend. Dani did a beautiful job of coaxing that out of me and getting me laughing again. Especially when the tree whipped me in the face with its dangly bits.
Black Maxi Skirt {Worn as Dress} – Lily & Lou for Best & Less
Belt – City Chic {2009}
Shoes – Rubi Shoes {2010}
Necklace – Wildbling
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Photos by Danimezza.
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Hi! I’m Suger; Chief Blogger at Suger Coat It. Blogging since 1901; love a casual ootd, taking photos + writing about things that irk or inspire me. I love wine and cheese, long days in the sun at the beach and spending time with my family. I make stuff for the internet. Which means I take photos, create content, write copy and devise social media plans for personal brands, small businesses and bloggers. You know, living the sweet life.
You look so glamouress! I love it! Good use of the maxi skirt!
Thank you muchly. xo
I love the skirt-as-dress repurpose, and the necklace is gorgeous!
Thank you. It is, isn’t it! I borrowed it from Dani and have been checking out the Wildbling site ever since.
Oh you look great! Good idea re maxi skirt!
Thank you. 😀
Seriously gorgeous! You don’t look like a linebacker at all!! Dani took some fab photos for you, but she had a beautiful subject to shoot 😉
Haha. Feeeeeeel like a linebacker. And thank you. xox
You look beautiful. You make me want to wear belts. I don’t know if they’d work on me. One day I kind of just want to show up on your doorstep and have you take me shopping and tell me what works on me.
Ok. Restraining orders aside, I love this on you. And you’re right. Dani’s done a BEAUTIFUL job.
I love the tree! Dangly bits and all. 😀
Thank you M.
Sure!! Lets do it. We could meet half way at the Sunshine Coast or something. You could wear belts, absolutely.
I don’t want to talk about the tree. Ha!
This is a great idea, the maxi skirt looks really lovely as dress… and yes Dani has done a fantastic job here but she did have a very beautiful woman for her model.. you look stunning!
Thank you Omega. awkward blushing. Haha. Dani did beautifully.
Great idea Melissa, love the look. I’m with you when it comes to strapless dresses! Eeeeeek!
Eeeeek indeed. Haha. But worth a go for the challenge, for sure. I even have a plan for swimsuit week. But strapless, holy heck, no idea!
Great idea of using the maxi skirt as a strapless dress, and so glamourous. I’ve never gone strapless… eek! I’m gonna say it again – your body confidence is inspiring Suger 🙂
Thank you, the necklace certainly takes it to the next level, that’s for sure.
I own one, very old strapless bra from SARA that rarely gets busted out because I don’t trust strapless bras, so I hear you.
I’m proud to be able to provide inspiration, I think we all do in our own way. So thank you again. xo
Gorgeous pics for a gorgeous lady. I love a bit of old maxi skirt masking as a dress action. It’s one of those wardrobe things I’ve been doing forever.
And doing it like a boss, I’m sure! Thank you Trudie. 🙂
where do I even start?! Love so many things about this post!! The photo location is beautiful, you eyes are smokin and that maxi-skirt turned dress is a lovely idea! Make the garment work for you not you work for the garmet right?! What a hot summer look! 🙂
Thank you T. I think it’s something I’ll consider wearing again, for sure. And I never thought I’d say THAT.
I honestly would never have thought of wearing a maxi as a dress like that – good thinking 99!
Thanks! Desperate times call for desperate measures. Haha.
You look great!!!
Thanks! 🙂
Strapless is not my thing either. I’d be forever hitching up to make sure my boobs aren’t falling out. Give me a good solid shoulder strap any day. I love the necklace.
I hear you lady! I think that’s where the good quality bra comes in, and even then I’m wary. Haha .
Love it! I’m not a huge fan of strapless items either..,makes me feel so exposed! But love the idea of changing a maxi skirt into a dress. You look great btw!
Thank you Norlin. Exposed is EXACTLY the word I used when wearing it. Very exposed. I am curious as to why (personally) to be honest. I’ll keep you all posted. 😉
oh sugar you are just stunning! i love that this is usually a skirt. so awesome! and that necklace it fabulous!!!! xx
Thank you Neysha. Me too. So versatile. Haha. The necklace is gorgeous and easy to wear.
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Then you Audrey. 🙂
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Look at you my beautiful friend! You’re stunning!! Great photos too Dani!
Thank you Amanda. xo
Great thinking turning a skirt into a dress! You look wonderful, the photos are amazing, Dani is super talented!
Thanks! We make a good team. Absolutely. 🙂
Why hello there sexy lady! I really love you in strapless- now go buy yourself some! ,
Hey there. Haha. Thank you, I’m not so sure, but I certainly won’t be ruling strapless out every time now.
AAAAMAZING photos!! I am loving the light, bokeh effect etc. Awesome awesome awesome! You were my inspiration for hiking up my own skirt LOL. You looked so good I figured I could give it a go too. Your shoes, accessories and belt, it all works. Well done.
They are, aren’t they. So beautiful.
Thank you. The belt and shoes were Dani’s that I claimed from her sale pile and the necklace was from her collection. It was nice to use gold/cream rather than blacks all the time.
I’m glad you did, go the skirt hikers. I think we all did really well. You’d never guess if we didn’t say anything.
wow some nice pics!
Dani did a beautiful job.