Sheer robe: Thrifted.
Dress: Random cheap store.
Necklace: Wanderlust + Co
Tan bracelet: Wanderlust + Co
Alligator bracelet: Lovisa
Shoes: ASOS Havoc
Earring: Lovisa
All images shot by: Vinh Pham / Ve Noir Studios.
When I found this robe I had to stand for a while and unscramble my head. When I was younger and went to weddings (my dad's side of the family is Vietnamese), some of my relatives would be wearing a traditional Vietnamese dress thing called an ao dai (Wiki article). I always thought it was the ugliest thing and I remember thinking, NUP, NEVER GOING TO WEAR THAT. And then I found this. I'm not sure whose idea it was to combine sheer and watercolour florals with a traditional Vietnamese costume shape, but I offer the remains of my abandoned Large popcorn chicken to them.
I am so excited for Florence + the Machine's upcoming album "Ceremonials" and Childish Gambino's upcoming debut album "Camp". I've been playing both on repeat and I think it surprises some people when they see me open my mouth and a torrent of rap lyrics come out. I fit the stereotype of somebody who listens to indie/"hip" music like Florence but as soon as I start getting down and ghetto, everyone is all, like, "What just happened".
Florence + The Machine - Shake it Out
Bonfire by Childish Gambino
One of my closest friends, Shirley (director of Thomas & Lola, I've mentioned her countless times before) graduated yesterday from high school. One year ago, I was in her position. It astonishes me daily how quickly time is running away from me - I've barely finished waking up and then all of a sudden I'm about to go to sleep. I just wanted to congratulate everyone graduating from high school, and also wish everyone luck for the upcoming major exams - have a fantastic time moving into the library and entering into relationships with your textbooks.
52 comments:
the dress is to die for :)
xx
those earrings are just soo sick, love them
xo Camilla
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Honestly so envious of that robe, it's so floaty.
I too can't wait for Florence and The Machine's new alum release, i'm positive that it'll be incredible.
That's an awesome look! I am a new follower, would love to see you come by the-wardrobe-stylist.blogspot.com :)
that necklace is stunning! you pulled this whole look together so chicly. looooove it!x
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If you're a freaking babe-a-tron...seriously.
But I know what you mean about highschool, my god sister just graduated yesterday and I can't believe it was a whole year ago that it was all over red rover. What the! Time goes too fast
-Laura xx
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the sheer robe is so pretty, it completes the outfit, and makes it interesting.
Love love your bracelets and earring :)
beautiful necklace and dress!
loving your necklace and your flowery outer. Basically everything you pot on is absolutely awesome!
ooh I love your pink dress and earrings!
I love Florence + the Machine but I would not consider her indie at all. She's actually pretty big. Also, Childish Gambino IS indie/"hip" music especially since it seems like only indie people listen to him. He was Tumblr's boyfriend for awhile before someone lambasted him about rape jokes. eek sorry I sound like a pretentious dick but lol I feel strongly about this. :(
Love the flowy-ness of this piece and the one from the post before! Pretty prints as well!
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So obsessed with your necklace!
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LOVE Florence + The Machine!! Your outfit is gorgeous. I love the flow it has. (:
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the sheer robe is GORGEOUS on you....i love the pink dress underneath. your necklace is phenomenal...and the little skeleton earrings are too die for.
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i love all the beautiful and feminine colours you are wearing ! and that skeleton earring is so cute :D
aaw... thanks for your comment on my blog post, Jess!! *teary eyes*
and btw, this ao dai doesn't look that bad (as you thought when you were younger) in fact, its so flowy & gorgeous :)
psst.... more vlog puh-leaseee *wink*
You are a thing of beauty :')
your accessories are amazing!! Love the earrings, the necklace and your sheer floral coat!! Great style hun!
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fabulous blog!!!
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Love the outfit and your hair style!!
omggg haha jess i love those earrings theyre so cutte!!!
love this outfit.
it's so flowly and I am currently loving anything flowly :)!
lol jess the first pic makes you look like you could play for the nba. sooOOOooOOOoo tall.
x 2plus7
You always thrift the nicest things! Your floral outerwear is so pretty :)
k. I'm jealous. That robe is friggin beautiful!!! Though I'd probably look like a dwarf in it due to the lack/absence of growth in my high school years. You're rocking it though! Lovely as always :)
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yout style drives me wild! xx
LOL. Dude I know exactly what you mean. Ao dais are hot, sweaty, and whenever I breathe in, the flimsy buttons start popping around my rib cage...
But I'm sure your father is very proud.
that dress is amazing and i really love the necklace xx
ohhhh what a beautiful long jacket!!!!!!!!! i really love it with that awesome pink dress^^
I really adore your hairstyle...♥
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xoxo dear! :)
We love the sheer robe! The combination of florals on sheer fabric is just beautiful. And we love the dress!
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Cool look!
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Best earring, EVER.
Believe it or not, but when I was younger I used to think skinny jeans were the ugliest thing known to man. True story. How much of an idiot was I?!
Nicole
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Well aren't you going to look the best in your ao dai at the next wedding you go to. Espesh if you wear it with this dress - matches perfectly.
That earring is so pretty, along with the ear it's hanging off. Your jewellery is sick.
Everything about this is stunning, to die for. Your blog is sooo impressive xx
Hi, Jess!
First I must express my adoration for that dress (random cheap stores rule;)) and second I have to say it's good to give a second chance to the stuff you considered ugly as a kid. I for example as a grown up have found new love for Serbian national costume, that I wasn't to fond of as kid when it was my performance costume (I was a part of the national folk dance group). It has some funny elements but than again look at this: http://media.photobucket.com/image/srpska%20narodna%20nosnja/kristijankarin/dzube1.jpg
Your robe is awesome :) it's so pretty and delicate and you look like fairy:)
now i shut up!
That floral robe looks amazing with that dress, I absolutely love it!
xx Kaye
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Love your hair!!!
ahahah your last sentence is perfection that is exactly how i would describe leaving highschool D:
your dress is incredible so girly but you've played around with your accessories for it, i love it :)
jessie x
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That is the effing cutest earring! x
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Awsome!!:D Love everything about this outfit!!:D
xxx
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such LOVE!!
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I wish I was fashionable like you when I was 18. Correction: I wish I was fashionable like you now at 25. The way you put together your outfit blows my mind! You are such a doll!
Bloglovin you!
Nora
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this is really lovely!
Love,
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Have I told you how much I'm in love with your hair, yet?! I'd really like do my hair like that, but alas, I worry about what it would be like if I wanted to grow the shaved part/side out ... potentially awkward looking as it grows, and I wouldn't want to shave my whole head.
Anyway, you look gorgeous, and your outfit is lovely, as well.
Belated thanks for your comment!
xoxo
You are GORGEOUS! Love your hair, and your floral robe is amazing. I actually know what an ao dai is (My momma is party Vietnamese), so I definitely lol'd whend I read your comment about them. Too true
xo Sherrie
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adorable dress!
your necklace is incredible!
I love love love love this look. It is complete and utter AMAZEBALLS! just like your hair. You are totally rockin' it girl. So glad to have come across your blog once again.
xx Love & Aloha
Love that earring! So cute and awesome.
i like y0ur hair!
I especially l0ve the skelet0n earrings! =)
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So beautiful and feminine ! Your hair is lovely.
I actually think Ao Dais are lovely :/
Still, I love your necklace! Goes so well with everything.