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Layered Pleats

At first glance, this appears to be a colorblocked maxi dress, but look a little closer and you’ll see it’s actually a pleated maxi skirt layered under a dress!  I love mixing pieces together like this in different ways – not only is it fun to come up with unexpected combinations, but it also further expands your wardrobe.

What I’m wearing:

Trouve dress (similar splurge or save), Old Navy skirt (last seen here – similar here), Merona belt, BCBG pumps, Ann Taylor cuff (similar), ASOS clutch (similar), Lips: Cover Girl Temptress

05.07.12 Kimberly

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Comments

  1. Olivia says

    May 7, 2012 at 4:36 am

    I have no words! This is an utterly amazing combination. Perfect!
    I also have that skirt- I love it!

    xx Olivia
    IWANTTHESESHOES

  2. Natali says

    May 7, 2012 at 5:24 am

    You look wonderful in this outfit! I could never say that you have skirt underneath this dress!? It looks as if it would be all one maxi dress! 🙂

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

  3. jenn~the stylish housewife says

    May 7, 2012 at 5:53 am

    LOVE LOVE LOVE it! glad to see you finally wearing the dress that never made it to lucky fabb! =) your eyes look BEAUTIFUL.

    xoxo, jenn
    the stylish housewife

  4. Charlie, Feminine Bravery says

    May 7, 2012 at 5:54 am

    Looks amazing, and you eyes look blueblueblue!

  5. BelatedBloomer says

    May 7, 2012 at 6:09 am

    Love, love, love the dress-skirt combo! I did think that it was an awesome colorblocked dress! So creative of you!

    http://thebelatedbloomer.blogspot.com

  6. Unknown says

    May 7, 2012 at 6:51 am

    I love your taste! I have the same green maxi skirt that i got on clearance awhile ago and was unsure of how to style it, and you just gave me an incredible idea!

  7. Styleclouds says

    May 7, 2012 at 7:30 am

    What a great idea! The result looks fanstatic! Happy Monday! xo, Christina

    http://www.styleclouds.de

  8. Neris / Fashion Fractions says

    May 7, 2012 at 8:56 am

    OMG, this is so genius! Love the look!

    xoxo,

    Fashion Fractions

  9. DaintyandDecadent says

    May 7, 2012 at 10:32 am

    So pretty! I love all the pleats and the colors are amazing 🙂

    Maria

    http://www.daintyanddecadent.com

  10. Kasmira says

    May 7, 2012 at 11:16 am

    The dress and skirt look wonderful together! Such a spring-y color combo and a wonderful silhouette.

  11. sharon lei says

    May 7, 2012 at 11:21 am

    Hi lovely… just stumbled across your blog. I adore your style… and I just love this look. I may need to try this trick of layer a skirt under a dress. SO SMART!!! I love it. 🙂

    Well, I'll surely be back for a visit!! I hope you have a great week.

    xx Love & Aloha
    http://elisharon.blogspot.com

  12. Alison says

    May 7, 2012 at 11:38 am

    Such a great idea!!! Definitely stealing this for next time I wear that skirt 🙂

    XO, Alison
    http://www.ChainStrapPurse.com

  13. Sarah says

    May 7, 2012 at 12:15 pm

    You could have fooled me – what a great idea! You look fantastic, as always!

    Sarah
    smalltowncatwalk.blogspot.ca

  14. My Dressy Ways says

    May 7, 2012 at 12:24 pm

    Look at your eyes!!! You look gorgeous, I love the idea of layer a short dress over a skirt and love the color combo!

  15. Crystal @MissCrystalMakeup says

    May 7, 2012 at 12:26 pm

    What a clever idea! Love it! The colors are so great together. 🙂

  16. Jolie Jouel says

    May 7, 2012 at 12:28 pm

    Clever! Love those colors together.

    my jewelry blog: joliejouel.blogspot.com

  17. Tiffany* says

    May 7, 2012 at 12:32 pm

    I LOVE this look! It really does look like one maxi dress! This would have been a fun option for the brunch. Next time 🙂
    beijos,
    Tiffany
    http://www.beijostiffany.com

  18. Krista @ Blonde Aesthetic says

    May 7, 2012 at 1:22 pm

    What a great idea! I love it!

  19. Annie says

    May 7, 2012 at 1:30 pm

    What a fabulous & creative idea! Looks amazing, and lovin' those bright colors together 🙂

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

  20. Annie says

    May 7, 2012 at 1:30 pm

    What a fabulous & creative idea! Looks amazing, and lovin' those bright colors together 🙂

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

  21. V says

    May 7, 2012 at 1:45 pm

    OMG I love this outfit! Such a great idea. and these two colors on this go perfectly! I'm having a resort swimsuit giveaway on my blog I think you'll love, please pass by to enter!

    -V
    http://stylishlyme.com

  22. Raindrops of Sapphire says

    May 7, 2012 at 2:01 pm

    I love this dress! Well, I saw it's a skirt, but it looks like a dress. The colour combination is so pretty! I really like your blog, it would be nice if you could stop by my blog sometime too 🙂 🙂

    http://www.raindropsofsapphire.com

  23. jeweliette23.com says

    May 7, 2012 at 2:16 pm

    Wow that's such a clever idea. And you're killing 2 trends with one stone. 🙂

  24. Robin says

    May 7, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    That color blue looks absolutely amazing on you! & I love that you mixed it up by adding the green in there! So creative & great pictures darling!

    http://flyingfarandfree.blogspot.com/

  25. jennifer {fabfatale.com} says

    May 7, 2012 at 2:27 pm

    LOVE this look! so creative!

  26. judy says

    May 7, 2012 at 2:49 pm

    Soft and very girly! Great idea too.

  27. Kathleen Lisson says

    May 7, 2012 at 2:49 pm

    What a great idea!

  28. Megan, The Frugalista Diaries says

    May 7, 2012 at 3:47 pm

    oooh what a great idea!

  29. BonBon Rose Girls Kristin says

    May 7, 2012 at 3:54 pm

    What a beautiful frock! Love your pink lippy too!

  30. rdelayo says

    May 7, 2012 at 4:05 pm

    Love your look always…but today is absolutely stunning! I've been purchasing some of your recommended products from your Make-Up routine….can you tell me the Revlon eyeshadow…the link to the product is no longer available. Many thanks!! Renee

  31. PennyPincherFashion says

    May 7, 2012 at 4:09 pm

    Hi Renee – thank you so much for your kind words! Hope you're loving the new makeup products you've purchased so far. My everyday eyeshadow is Revlon Satin in Nude Slip – here's the link to buy it at WalMart (or you could check your local store)…

    http://www.walmart.com/ip/REVLON-SATIN-EYE-SHADOW-NUDE-SLIP/13865256?sourceid=1500000000000007346330&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=13865256

  32. DarleneB says

    May 7, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Beautiful!

  33. Eloquent English says

    May 7, 2012 at 4:52 pm

    That dress is amazing!!! xoxo A-

  34. TheUrbanUmbrella says

    May 7, 2012 at 4:56 pm

    Wow totally beautiful look! Love it!
    xx


    The Urban Umbrella
    xoxo

    http://www.theurbanumbrella.com/

  35. Maria V @CrashingRed says

    May 7, 2012 at 4:57 pm

    This dress is just so gorgeous! And your eyes – beautiful unreal blue!!!

    Have a lovely day gorgeous lady!
    xx
    Maria
    CrashingRED

  36. Jessica @ Here(and)Now says

    May 7, 2012 at 5:00 pm

    wow, you are so creative! I love finding new ways to make my wardrobe go the extra mile! perfect for spring
    xx

  37. styleonthecouch.com says

    May 7, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    Great colours together! I like how you find endless possibilities within what you have, and pleated styles that are usually quite heavy are surprisingly not too too voluminous here. lovely!

    http://www.styleonthecouch.com

  38. Berty Morales says

    May 7, 2012 at 5:39 pm

    What a beautiful combination and you look stunning!

  39. Fashion By Alicia says

    May 7, 2012 at 5:58 pm

    I really thought this was a dress! Love how you created this looks with layering. Gorgeous!

  40. Bravoe Runway says

    May 7, 2012 at 6:23 pm

    I am impressed! The skirt and the dress are from two different designers yet the accordion pleats line up so well!

  41. Jessica says

    May 7, 2012 at 7:03 pm

    What a beautiful dress!

  42. Alyson says

    May 7, 2012 at 7:48 pm

    awesome!! love this and so creative. The pleats are perfect together (which I find to be a small miracle!). Very cool. Love the nude accents, too.

  43. ZADIN says

    May 7, 2012 at 8:02 pm

    I N T E R E S T I N G I D E A!

    http://zad1n.blogspot.com/2012/05/sun-is-shining-again.html

  44. Marion says

    May 7, 2012 at 9:08 pm

    Um…"genius" is the first word that came to mind. LOVE this!
    XO – Marion

  45. Amy Shaughnessy says

    May 7, 2012 at 9:47 pm

    Great idea! It looks like one dress. I have worn a midi length skirt as a strapless dress before. I'm all about expanding my wardrobe!

    Amy

    fashionandbeautyfinds.blogspot.com

  46. Em says

    May 7, 2012 at 9:57 pm

    Just yesterday, I pulled out a lot of pastels, and brights and put together about 30 new outfits for spring/summer. (Lots of colorblocking.)Great post!!
    http://www.emseyespybeauty.blogspot.com

  47. silvergirl says

    May 7, 2012 at 10:12 pm

    Brilliant!
    the color combo is fabulous
    brett

  48. TaraMixandMatch says

    May 7, 2012 at 10:23 pm

    This is so much fun! LOVE the pop of lime at the bottom!!

  49. JustPatience says

    May 8, 2012 at 2:12 am

    Beautiful as always. Love your dress.

  50. chibiwow says

    May 8, 2012 at 5:48 am

    Gorgeous! Love the dress, got my eye on those pretty pleats skirt. Fab!
    buy diablo 3 account

  51. Wardrobe Girls says

    May 8, 2012 at 11:08 pm

    what an incredible layering combo! Those colors are fantastic together!

    http://www.wardrobesimetandliked.com

  52. Fashion Lookbook says

    May 9, 2012 at 2:45 am

    Stunning!

  53. Giovanna says

    May 9, 2012 at 7:54 pm

    Very cool idea! Love the look!

    xx
    Giovanna
    http://www.oliveandanarrow.com

  54. Erica says

    May 13, 2012 at 4:11 am

    Genius!!

    http://theprettyfactor.blogspot.com

  55. Not Just Another Milla says

    May 14, 2012 at 12:26 pm

    How did you even think about pairing these things together?! Such a creative mind! You look great – love the blue.

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