10.04.2012

My First Experience with Peplum : )

 At first when I saw this peplum craze taking off, I couldn't help but wonder why anyone would want to add extra fabric to their hips and make them look even bigger than they already do!! But then I saw so many fellow bloggers rock out the peplum trend, and look so classic and effortlessly chic. Needless to say my interest grew until eventually I had a LBPD (little black peplum dress) hanging in my closet! (and yes I just coined that term!!) And here is the result of that look -- and great outfit for work!
Outfit Details:
Black Peplum Dress: Target -- Blazer: Target -- Bubble Necklace: J.Crew (gift from D)
Belt: Old Navy -- Watch: Michael Kors -- Wedge Heels: Tory Burch
And of course another self-mani -- this time getting more comfortable to actually try a darker shade (because let's face it, the darker colors show your mistakes so much more that a light color does!!)
Again, this might not look like much to the skilled nail painter, but to me this is another victory for me and my wallet! : )
This is OPI in Manicurist of Seville.

Hope you have all a lovely day!

-Pretty LIttle Things
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42 comments:

  1. NehaOctober 4, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    Beautiful outfit and I love that necklace :)

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  2. BrookeOctober 4, 2012 at 9:30 AM

    Totally adorable outfit!

    =)


    Brooke

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  3. KristenOctober 4, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    Love your outfit! I got the blazer in tan! I can't wait to wear it! Have a good day
    -Kristen

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  4. UnknownOctober 4, 2012 at 9:43 AM

    That necklace is killer!! great outfit! xo

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  5. Delusions of GrandeurOctober 4, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    That dress looks fabulous on you! I've seen it on a couple bloggers and would never guess that it is Target. So elegant and chic. Great nail color, and I LOVE your ring - what is the center stone?

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    1. pretty little thingsOctober 4, 2012 at 10:11 AM

      thanks! It's a cushion cut citrine -- which is supposed to symbolize wealth and good luck!

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  6. UnknownOctober 4, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    What a great dress! You look so uber professional!

    Clare
    Understated Classics

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  7. AlyssaOctober 4, 2012 at 10:18 AM

    This looks great! I love how you still belted it..it brings out the shape even more!

    -Alyssa
    The Glossy Life

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  8. Molly and MacOctober 4, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    peplum looks great on you! I have been coveting anything and everything peplum lately.

    Molly and MacKenzie
    www.ruffledromance.blogspot.com

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  9. MeredithOctober 4, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    What a great find at Target!! It looks fabulous on you! LOVE your nail color!
    Meredith
    createthatoutfit.com

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  10. stephanie schuurmanOctober 4, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    you rock the peplum trend so well! target is coming to canada next year and i could not be more excited. thanks so much for sharing! xo.

    would love for you to check out my new blog.

    www.fitfashionista.com

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  11. InnaOctober 4, 2012 at 10:50 AM

    I agree... peplum tops tend to be more flattering on me. It's just about finding the right type fit for you. This dress looks great. Xo Inn
    www.bakingincouture.typepad.com

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  12. Mia October 4, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    it looks perfect! :)

    check out my blog!
    moonlightdreams-miadra.blogspot.com

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  13. Happiness at Mid LifeOctober 4, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    What a great find at Target. I feel the same way about peplum but I guess they are all made differently. Finding the perfect flare really enhances what was given to us. You look fab!

    Alice
    www.happinessatmidlife.com

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  14. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    Love the peplum dress! There is something about peplum that makes you feel oh so ladylike :)

    LindsayJEveryday.blogspot.com

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  15. KristinaOctober 4, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    I have a LBPD too! So effortlessly chic.

    Kristina

    Kristina does the Internets

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  16. raisealittlecainOctober 4, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    please come help me shopping!! i love all of your clothes :)

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  17. Allyson [Mimosas in the Morning]October 4, 2012 at 12:06 PM

    I love this dress. I hope you got it at Target recently because I think I need one!

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  18. TheTinyHeartOctober 4, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    What a gorgeous peplum dress! Target killed it again :)

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart
    Chicnova Giveaway!

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  19. whitneyOctober 4, 2012 at 12:51 PM

    so chic, I like how you belted the dress!

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  20. UnknownOctober 4, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    SO CUTE! YOU look so professional and so chic! Love your necklace to girl :)

    xoxo,
    Rachel

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  21. AlexandraOctober 4, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    Love how you styled it! This look is both chic and professional, love it!

    Alexandra xo

    tovogueorbust.com

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  22. NieshaOctober 4, 2012 at 1:26 PM

    I love peplum too!!!

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  23. AlissaOctober 4, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    I am getting my first peplum skirt in the mail this week and I am so excited about it! I love your accessories!

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  24. jasOctober 4, 2012 at 2:12 PM

    love the peplum and that necklace!

    forallthatjas.blogspot.com

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  25. UnknownOctober 4, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    You look great! Pretty outfit and lovin that necklace!!!

    Peplum look is everywhere! big fall trend

    Are we following each other???/ If not, lets do it :)

    http://fashion-a-holic.com

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  26. CathyOctober 4, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    Gorgeous in this peplum dress! Love how you added the knotted tan belt!

    http://cstyledesign.blogspot.com

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  27. Diana - City and BurbsOctober 4, 2012 at 3:21 PM

    The peplum dress looks great on you and I love your shoes...I have them too :-)
    xx,
    Di
    City and Burbs

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  28. JennOctober 4, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    Super cute!

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  29. BrittOctober 4, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    The dress is amazing!!! I must own it. Great outfit!

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  30. pretty affairsOctober 4, 2012 at 4:47 PM

    i love turquoise & tan combo - beautiful! x

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  31. TerriOctober 4, 2012 at 4:50 PM

    What a cute little dress! Who would have known it came from Target? I, too, am a self-manicurist. I get lots of practice since my nail polish peels off in the shower.
    http://stylishsass.blogspot.com

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  32. TaraMixandMatchOctober 4, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    Peplum looks great on you...and even more perfect with the bubble necklace!

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  33. Ashley KOctober 4, 2012 at 6:00 PM

    Great dress and love the bubble necklace!

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  34. Stephanie HjelmesethOctober 4, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    cute dress! + that infamous J.Crew Necklace <3

    xx Steph
    HONEY & SILK
    SHOP LAST NIGHT

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  35. katie ridingsOctober 4, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS OUTFIT. I have this necklace, I wear it with everything. I haven't purchased one of these dresses yet but I have seen them everywhere. It's like a skinny flowy dress all in one, right?! haha.

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  36. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 7:19 PM

    Love the way you styled this peplum! Also, love that nail color!!

    Xo, Rachel
    http://www.glitzyblues.com

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  37. Maria DaintyandDecadentOctober 4, 2012 at 7:21 PM

    I have the teal version of this dress and love it! I like how you added the belt!

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  38. FitTravelerAJOctober 4, 2012 at 9:43 PM

    You look fab in the LBPD! ;-)

    -AJ
    FitTravelerAJ.blogspot.com

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  39. Karina Marie PowellOctober 4, 2012 at 10:09 PM

    So pretty! You look amazing! Love the necklace!
    http://aaronkarina.blogspot.com

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  40. Skylette from Sequins & StilettosOctober 4, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    I am so glad you caved for the peplum trend because you rock peplum, my dear! gorgeous on you!

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  41. AnonymousOctober 5, 2012 at 2:57 AM

    beautiful dress! I love it on you!!
    xo, amy
    www.dreamingincashmere.com

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