Last Saturday we [my father- and mother-in-law, Hub, myself, and Lil Tot] set out to Ito (in Shizuoka prefecture), west of Tokyo, to spend a day at a ryokan [traditional Japanese inn] and onsen [hot springs]. (I was trying to see how many parentheses I could fit into one sentence;-)
Hair: Priscillia MechaDango Midi + Hairdo Clip-In Bangs
Eyelashes: 100yen shop soft eyelashes #07
Silver star hoop earrings: unknown (bought in Japan, LaForet Harajuku)
Leopard-print Cuff Poly Jacket: Allamanda (bought in Japan, Shibuya-109)
Double Scallop-Hem Top: Gap
Sheer Maxi-Skirt: handmade by me
Knee-length shorts: shapewear (!)
Chain-embellished flats: Wet Seal
Beaded Bracelets: all made by me
Rings: Forever21, handmade by me, Cartier, Tiffany
Watch: Citizen (more…)
Leave CommentWelcome to the second installment of a new series I’m trying out: Steal That Style!, where I feature a celebrity’s recent outfit and break it down into the Steal-able (that is, similar pieces that are affordable) and the DIY-able. Let me know what you guys think – I’d love your feedback!
Frieda Pinto attended the Salvatore Ferragamo Resort presentation on Wednesday of this week in a sweet and simple summery outfit. The breezy, understated chicness of this outfit is made complete by a scarf wrap top. Simple to do, easy the emulate – here’s how to get the same look for a whole lot less:
Belt: River Island Lock Detail Belt, $43, ASOS.com.
Shoes: Madden Girl Epcott Wedge Sandal
Top: This summery scarf top can easily be recreated with a silk scarf you may already own. Using this Hermes scarf knotting guide as reference, fashion into a halter top (see bottom right). For the ends that go around your neck, make an X with them at your collarbone and pull the ends tightly behind your neck for Frieda Pinto’s fitted style.
Skirt: If you can’t find an affordable white skirt a a store or in a thrift shop, make your own using BurdaStyle Pattern 02/201 #124B. Add 1.5″-wide belt loops as well to fully emulate the look.
Proof that you don’t need a celeb’s money to look like a million bucks!
xoxox
Carly
Frieda Pinto photo credit: Dara Kushner/INF source. All other photos copyright of their respective authors. Photo array by me.
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Just a project I’ve been working on that I still haven’t finished. I started it the week before coming to Tokyo but just didn’t have the time to get it done. I had hoped to wear it here…but I’m not sure if I want all this beading work to get sticky/sweaty in the humidity.
Just one more beaded square to finish up…then I sew it on…then what? We’ll have to wait and see!;-)
xoxox
Carly
Tortoiseshell-rimmed Glasses: Forever 21
Cropped Wide Sheer Stripe T-shirt: Forever 21
Rings: Claire’s, Forever 21, Cartier, Tiffany
Black Lace Cami: Old Navy
Skull-studded Bag: unknown (from Pineapple County, Honolulu)
Silk Scarf: unknown (thrifted)
High-waisted Pleated Trousers: ASOS.com (similar here)
Wedge-Heel Espadrille Booties: Alloy.com Percy Boot
I’m just wearing a combination of some of my favorite pieces, almost all of which I’ve worn in photos on this blog before. (more…)
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Carly J. Cais I am a DIY’er, designer, sewist, maker, and marketer. Chic Creative Life is where I share what I do, and help others bring their unique style into their own lives.
