Lookbook: Stripes And Bows

Style rule #35 : If you need to copy, copy DVF! I love the classic, feminine, timeless style of Diane von Furstenberg, but not always love the price tag! This front tie blouse in black chiffon by DVF is one such piece.  I wanted this style in my budget.  But most blouses were either too flimsy or too short on sleeves for me. Also, I wanted the lining in the shirt to avoid the hassle of camisole or see-through situations. My solution: get it tailor made! Buy some black chiffon, lining fabric and find a trusty tailor to do the sewing! Ta Da! 

I wore a soft leather obi belt by ASOS on the skirt to give it a high waist look. This belt is pure awesomeness!

Skirt - ASOS

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Diane Von Furstenberg Jezebel blouse

Similar options - From JCPenney / From LOFT

There are some great tailors in New York, but if you search, you will find some good tailors in any city you live in! A good place to start is the local dry cleaners who usually have in-house tailors for alterations of can refer someone for you. You need to be clear what you want - get pictures, explain clearly what you are looking for. Even if you are not looking for copying a designer style, a good tailor can help you make a piece of garment fit better, and make custom adjustments (lining, size of of bows, type of fabric etc)

 

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