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The Theme
This month’s theme, Child at Heart, was chosen by Suzy.
My Outfit
I wasn’t sure how to handle this theme when I first read it… I mean, my style has always been unique. You can see a few pictures of a young me on Instagram.
Anyway, I think I was about 6 or 7 years old and my mother bought me this pretty little red sundress with embroidery across the chest and flouncy layers across the hem. Every time I wore the dress I felt like a flamenco dancer {my mom also had one of those flamenco dancer and bull statues that were so popular back in the day}. I wore this dress all. The. Time.
And when I outgrew it, I cried so many tears.
So when I started thinking about what I’d wear for this month’s theme, I knew I’d go with something embroidered. And when I saw the sleeves on this top, I immediately thought about my little red dress. Gah, I wish I had a picture of me in that dress.
Side note, I still remember the last time I wore that dress. We were living in Fort Eustis, Virginia at the time and there was some sort of celebration on the post. There was a tent set up with belly dancers and they were doing demonstrations and bringing people up to dance with them. I was mesmerized. And I decided right then and there that I was going to run away and become a belly dancer. My mom was not pleased.
ABOUT THE FAB FORTIES
Five ladies showing just how fabulously stylish your forties can be!
Don’t forget to visit my co-hosts…
Dee {Dee Sayz}
Dee says she was always a nerdy kid. I’d never guess, but this outfit certainly makes nerd wear fun!
Sheela {Sheela Writes}
Sheela’s outfit is so fun and playful.
Shelbee {Shelbee on the Edge}
Do you remember when Madonna and Cyndi Lauper were influencing teen wear? That’s totally what I thought when I saw Shelbee’s outfit.
Suzy {Suzy Turner}
Suzy’s outfit is Harry Potter inspired. Harry never looked so cute! Or punk!
Earrings – Holland Hoops by Nickel and Suede | Embroidered Top – Similar | Denim Shorts – Similar | Animal Print Slides – Similar
YOU’RE INVITED…
Click here to see the inspiration piece and to get all the details.
Now go play in your closet,
LET’S CONNECT
For more stylish inspiration, check out the following linkups:
Where I Co-host
- Ageless Style – Ten women, over the age of forty, prove that style is ageless. First Tuesday of the month.
- Fab Forties – Six bloggers, over the age of forty, show they’re still fabulously fashionable. First Monday of the month.
- Style Imitating Art – Style inspired by pieces of art. Every other week.
Other Linkups
- Not Dead Yet Style – Visible Monday
- Not Dressed as a Lamb – I’ll Wear What I Like
- Elegance and Mommyhood – Thursday Moda
- A Pocketful of Polka Dots – Fabulous Friday
- Nancy’s Fashion Style – Fancy Friday