Last year, I found a Target maxi dress at Salvation Army for $1.75. I have a fat arm issue and a sun allergy so I rarely expose my full arm in summer. The price was right and so was the purple and pink color combination. It was also new but the included slip was missing. I wore the dress last year with one of my thrift store slips. It was too short for the long length and looked a bit off. This time I had the perfect solution -- leggings!
Thrift Tips
Check Salvation Army and Goodwill first. You may be able to find brand new current (like still on the website fresh) Target overstock.
If you find a sheer maxi dress, pick up a slip too while you're out thrifting.
Look for classic shapes. Unless hi-low hemlines are your ride or die trend, no need to thrift one.
Try on in the store. Grab a few pairs of shoes with different heel heights to gage where the length will fall on you.
Visit elastic waist maxi skirts too. You may be able to pull one up for a quick diy dress.
Style Tips
Please do wear pants, leggings, or slip with a sheer maxi. Trust me on this.
With a boxy maxi dress (like mine), turn up your accessories for an extra hit of bold style. Bring out the wrist soiree or your biggest earrings.
Wear a denim jacket or blazer if you need more arm coverage.
Simple, flat shoes and sandals work best with maxi dresses.
THRIFT Target maxi dress - vintage earrings - bangles AMAZON hot pink leggings 6PM MIA flats
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I love maxis, and this one is gorgeous. I have seen the sheer-from-the-knee-down look with maxis lately so you could probably wear a short slip and look like you just bought the latest thing! The color is lovely on you.
ReplyDelete-Ash
www.thestylizedwannabe.com
I love this shade of purple on you :).
ReplyDeleteI'm a huge maxi dress fan. I just mentioned in my latest post [http://www.girlratesworld.com/26] the importance of maxi dresses during the summer. They are quick, effortless...and fab! Every girl needs a couple in her closet with a pair of wedges and a hobo bag. Thanks for sharing,
ReplyDelete-Nicole
http://www.girlratesworld.com
Ya know, I own 3 maxi dresses and 3 maxi skirts and almost never wear them. What is wrong with me?! I like the color of yours, so flattering on you. And, um, can I tell you how much I adore that lip color?
ReplyDeletehot dress!
ReplyDeleteXo, Megan, www.TfDiaries.com
I love maxi dresses and skirts, this one looks great on you, great color!
ReplyDeleteLove pink and purple together. I see you and V are coordinating. It's hard coordinating outfits with my two littles because Moo has become so opinionated about her outfits now. :( At least I still have two more years before JJ will care.
ReplyDeleteSo cute Troy! You know you're my thrifting sister from a another mother! lol I found this dope blazer for my outfit post today! Isn't it the best feeling in the world!!!
ReplyDeleteTori | GlassesandGlitter.com
Those prints are gorgeous on both of you!
ReplyDeleteThis looks so pretty on you. Love the colors!
ReplyDeleteI'm a huge fan of leggings under a dress. My legs are my issue, so leggings help me camouflage them. :-)
~FringeGirl
Absolutely stunning color on you. Gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteGreat maxi. Its a wonderful deal. I also think your shoes are cute. Great Job!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous on you! Love the colors!
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