Revamped | 1

Let’s be real here, we don’t wear all the clothes in our wardrobe. Sometimes we get sick of the item after awhile, and at other times we regret buying straight away. This could be a case of the size/fit, a change in style or it might even be an over worn item you’re just sick of. This new series Revamped show cases some of my pieces that I have either tailored to fit, or tweaked to make it more my style. The items to be featured in Revamped are a combination of over-worn old items, and new ones.

The first installment of Revamped is this two-layer pinafore style dress (it can also be found on Romwe) which I got in Thailand.

Since it was purchased at a stall I was unable to try it on. I thought it would fit but I was mistaken and it ended up being wayyyy too big, and not in a cute way. I got the hemline brought up from the waist, the straps shortened, and the middle taken in. I like how it is now better, because the stitching down the middle draws attention to the bust area, making it more feminine and less school-girl (excuse the photo quality).

Unfortunately, the inside shirt that goes with the dress is large and the material will probably be ruined if I tailor it, let alone pretty uncomfortable, but since the dress is very versatile, I’ll be able to create any kind of look depending on the shirt I use. Here are some base pieces that could be worn with the dress:

1. A simple shirt is ideal for a casual look, and the collar on this one creates more dimension. The light colours contrast from the dress too, making it more spring and summer friendly.

2. This cropped turtleneck is perfect for winter days. Paired with the dress, some thick tights and a warm coat; you're good to go.

3. If you have a shirt with lace, mesh or any unique texture, it can create more interest throughout an outfit. Since this shirt from Romwe is the same colour as the dress, the opposing materials is what make it pop.

Have fun,

Nyssa

Versatility | 1 Dress 3 Ways

It’s been awhile, but I thought being a low budget student and all, I should share more tips on versatility – this time with a dress. While a solid colour dress is a no-brainer, the fact that it’s plain and simple makes it the perfect piece as the basis of any style. From completely casual to a dressier event, I’ve put together 3 different outfits using one dress. I bought this dress a long time ago from TEMT. 

1. Plain and Put Together

In this look I’ve worn the dress as is, using accessories to make the dress stand out more. I’ve worn a black clutch and statement necklace (both borrowed!) to match my black heels. I like this dress because instead of your classic little black dress it has more colour interest, meaning I can accessorise with black without looking too dark and serious.

Necklace: eBay | Clutch: Dotti | Heels: Airflex

2. Layer it Up

If you’re not on the mood for a dress, go ahead and layer a shirt on top! I feel this look is quite modest and girly, with the long sleeves and delicate material. I love the baroque print of this cropped top! To finish off the look I went with a complimentary colour to the dress – a light jewel toned green (Once again, I borrowed the shoes!).

 Cropped Top: Similar | Shoes: Novo

3. In a Rush

This pairing is the most casual look, and perfect for those days where you need an easy outfit but still look nice. It’s by far my favourite look of the 3. Probably because of my beloved converse. When I wear plain dresses I very often pair them with a button down because they can be used for both decoration and practicality. You can either tie it around your waist, or wear it to fend off the wind.

Check Shirt: Similar | Shoes: Converse

Have fun!

Nyssa

Style Journal | Park Picnic

Although I wore this on a day that I went to church in the city, I felt that this outfit is suited for a picnic or afternoon in the park. The focal point of my look is of course, the dress that has a colour combination that I love: white, blue and orange. Because it’s quite summery and girly, I paired it with my denim jacket so it doesn’t look to ‘precious’. And of course, it’s not a full summery look of the day without some sandals! The sandals I’m wearing are from Rubi shoes and they have pearls embedded onto them.

 

Denim Jacket: Cache Cache | Dress: Unknown (Altered hand-me-down) Similar Style | Sandals: Rubi

Have fun!

Nyssa