I've Got Nothing to Wear

...to a wedding! My brother-in-law is getting married this June, so I've already begun thinking about what I'm going to be wearing (and getting in shape to wear it!). I love any excuse to get all dolled up, so forgive me for turning it into a bit of a production. These details can sneak up on you if you're not careful, and I don't want to be caught at the last minute without a dress.

Luckily, I got an email the other day from Victoria's Dress, asking me to check out their new collection. They've got everything in stock from wedding gowns to flirty prom dresses, and I thought it would be the perfect place to have a browse for a formal dress for the wedding I'll be attending.

I started off in their bridesmaid dress section, believe it or not - because bridesmaid dresses tend to be simple, classic styles that are pretty universally figure-flattering, and you really can't go wrong with the prices. I'm still debating whether I want a long or knee-length dress, but I definitely want something that's light and flowy so that I'm not sweating in my Spanx (flashback to my own June wedding).

Current favorites (from left to right):

How about this navy A-line style? It's got some unique character, and it's a fit that I know looks great on my body shape. I think it would be a dress that I would definitely wear more than once. (Side note: I just noticed that it's available in a longer length, too! Now I'm definitely  leaning toward this one, if I decide to go with a full-length dress!)

This little purple party number (it's a color that I love, and I know looks great on my skin tone) could easily be paired with a wrap, for church appropriateness, or if I get a little bit chilly in an air conditioned building. Plus, I can totally picture myself dancing the night away in this one.

This is a little more formal than the others, but this long emerald green gown is beautiful, albeit not the most practical choice for this particular occasion. But then again, when has practicality ever stopped me?

Which one is your favorite?

I am happy to say that this is a sponsored post. All of the ideas, thoughts, and writing are my own creation. 

Please help to support the businesses that help to support me by visiting my sponsor's website.

All images are property of Victoria's Dress.

My First Giveaway!

I'm so excited to announce my first giveaway. It's just so thrilling to be able to bring something fun (and free!) to my lovely readers. This post is brought to you by eShakti, so please stop by their website (even if you don't want to enter the giveaway) and support one of my wonderful sponsors!

I love the vintage-inspired feel in all of the designs on eShakti. The best part? Their clothes are custom-made to your measurements.  Being petite, it's always been a struggle for me to find clothes that fit me proportionately, without having a waistband around my hips, or having to hem everything so that it doesn't drag on the ground.  It's not everyday that you can buy something beautiful and custom-made that fits perfectly at a normal, affordable price - it's such a great luxury, and a great convenience for those (like me) who aren't exactly an off-the-rack size.

I'm heartbroken that they don't ship to the UK yet, because their clothes are so lovely and their style is right up my alley. Check out the stunning neckline on this dress. How sweet is that? Or this party dress that would be absolutely perfect for the holidays - I just can't decide what I like more.

And I've fallen completely head-over-heels for this embroidered maxi dress - I can see myself jetting off to somewhere exotic in it (commence daydream in 3...2...1...).

So have a browse through their new arrivals, comment below, and let me know what you love from eShakti! Two lucky readers will get a $25 gift certificate from eShakti - to be drawn at random on Monday (October 20th). Good luck, and happy shopping!

Sorry, this giveaway is only for readers in the USA and Canada. 

Green & Blue

I hadn't noticed how much blue I was wearing yesterday until I had already walked out the door. Head to toe blue, and from someone who a few months ago hardly owned anything blue at all! I find myself lately gravitating more and more toward these oceanic hues of royal and navy blue; maybe it indicates that I'm a bit more laid back these days. In any case, I did manage to offset the blues yesterday by taking a shortcut through a wildly green wooded path on my way to the supermarket.

Denim Dress - Vintage, similar here and here

Top - Similar here

Handbag - Zara

Wanna Wallet

Today in the midst of packing, I've been presented with a new conundrum that only shopping can solve. If I remember correctly, the odd-looking Monopoly money used in the UK does not fit in my American wallet. The bills are fatter and sort of stick out of the top (also, my wallet has sort of given up on life and decided to dangle open at one end) so obviously I have to go shopping for a new one.
Here are few on my wish list and, well, I want it to be cute.

Sidebar: I'm not sure that any of these would work, except the one I found online from a UK-based store. Does anyone know the term I would search if I were shopping online for a women's wallet that fits Monopoly (British) money? I'm vaguely aware that they're referred to as "purses," but otherwise I have absolutely no idea. Please comment below and let me know!

Vintage Turkish Coin Purse, found on Etsy

Card Holder, from John Lewis

Phone wallet by Coach (and it''s on sale) from Macy's

This beaded beauty that probably weighs a ton from Anthropologie

A Little Down Time

Howdy y'all. I just wanted to make a brief announcement, which isn't all that important, but kind of is.

As anyone who follows or regularly visits my Etsy shop may have noticed, there hasn't been a lot of new inventory/activity lately. Between planning a wedding and the regular hassles of daily life (not to mention married life), I've recently run out of the time & resources needed to keep the shop as a frequently functioning business.

That being said, this is NOT an announcement that I am closing the shop. Not at all. It's actually an announcement that I have an even more exciting and fun project that I am working on, and hope to launch in the fall. The shop will remain open and active, and I'll occasionally continue to list things as I find them. And I'll absolutely keep shopping and thrifting- because I love to wear all of the vintage even more than I love to share it with you!

I promise to keep you posted on my new little (big) project as soon and as much as I can! In the meantime, check out a few of my favorite items that are still in my Etsy shop: a vintage daisy print romper, an awesome photoreal maxi dress from the 1970s, and a flowy embroidered ombre dress that would be perfect for the summer!

In With the New

Just a few teaser close-ups of a few of the wonderful new vintage pieces you can find in the shop. 

I'll be continuing to list new items for spring over the next few weeks, so grab some of these one-of-a-kind treasures before they're gone!  

SoHot Summer

Soho in summer with Kate yesterday for some shopping and "work". Loved her outfit. And she stole my hat. That's my hat. Just so we're all clear.

Concrete Jungle

Maybe it's the quickly approaching weekend, maybe it's the weather.
Maybe it's the cumulative feelings of being trapped in an office when I would rather be roaming hiking trails and beaches....

I want to escape today!

So I went shopping on my lunch break for some new beachwear for this Saturday. Ahoy matey!

Sweet New Summer Finds!

Head over to www.shopdisowned.com to snag some awesome new vintage pieces just added to the store today!
They're all one of a kind so don't wait :)

Geared up for Spring

Here are just a few of my favorite items on the blog for spring... Get them while they last!!!!
www.shopdisowned.com
etsy.com/shop/disownedclothingco

I have some brand spankin' new stuff hitting the site early next week - Can't wait!

The Holidays are Here!

Still haven't figured out what to wear to that holiday party?
We have plenty of festive florals and sparkle & shine to get you through the month.

Check out our festive holiday-ready skirts and dresses at shopdisowned.com.