July 2015

I have to admit personally for years the thought of tie-dye immediately made me think of shirts you make during Vacation Bible School. However, tie-dye has come a long way. And it's hot in the streets right now. A lot of the looks I see using tie-dye are very boho chic for festivals, concerts, etc. So I wanted to take the print and make it my own, still boho chic with a touch Lyvacious. (Allow me to introduce you to my high school nick name.)

“Rocks Forever 21 but just turned thirtaaayyyyy.”

The first piece we are taking a look at is a navy and white tie-dye print top with "angel sleeves" from Forever 21. I found this top on Instagram. There is an account I follow called "LIKEtoKNOW.it" and it is fantastic. A variety of fashion bloggers post pictures and when you "like" or "double tap" the picture it will email you the outfit details, price and where each piece came from. The blogger that had posted her picture with this shirt had it styled with cut off jean shorts, heels and a tassel purse. It looked great, however I wanted to style it a touch more conservative for better everyday use. I love following that account because it really gives me great inspiration for how others style different pieces. Sometimes bloggers use VERY expensive pieces and other times it's like my little top from Forever 21 for $29.90.

I loved the cut of the sleeves. I tend to gravitate towards any type of piece of clothing that has movement or flow. A great classic choice would be to pair this top with white jeans. I wanted a pop of color to contrast the tie-dye print and thought the peach color of the Hudson jeans would be nice. Hudson jeans are my JAM!!! They just fit me. I typically buy them from Hautelook when they are having a sale. I also picked up that gold chain from Forever 21. Additionally, the secret is out that I have witch hands. So does my fav fashion icon Sarah Jessica Parker so I'm totally ok with it. Witch hands of life!!!

“One of my favorite hidden details right now is ear cuffs. I mix matched these pieces from Forever 21.”

This dress is a fun find I found on a sale rack at a little boutique in Aiken, SC called Threads. I bought it at the end of last summer knowing I would get a lot of use out of it this season. Especially because when I saw it was backless it had me at HELLO. I am all about back DRAMA. Don't be afraid to buy pieces at the end of a season. That is my favorite time to look for more expensive pieces that I can get a deal on and use for many years to come.

“I wanted to play off the flirtatiousness of the dress with a vibrant print on the shoe and cork clutch. Next I have a more conservative option with a nude shoe and pink blazer but still a pop of fun with the clutch. ”

Next I used a tie-dye skirt that is a wrap style which is an extremely flattering style for ALL body types. It's a timeless cut, whether its a wrap skirt or dress. This skirt can be styled with a blazer for a more professional look or without for a night out. Again, I used the pink blazer for a pop of color. I also had a Mr. T moment and layered big gold chains for a statement up top.

If you paired the skirt with a navy blazer, less necklaces and possibly a wedge or even the same booties I have it styled with I think this would be very professional and stylish for the office. The skirt is vintage BCBG, the tank is from Express, the pink blazer is vintage Juicy Couture, and the chains are a mix from thrift store find to Forever 21. The blue chain metal purse I recently found at an antique store for like $5. Chain metal purses are my JAM.

My last look is a super comfortable maxi dress from HauteLook. During this time of year maxi dresses can almost be too hot! So I have started tying mine up on the side.

I paired a longer statement necklace from Entourage, and beaded tribal bracelets from a random craft show. In one look I took the necklace off to pair a cross body purse that has some gold fringe detail. The bag is by Big Buddha which I picked up from Nordstrom Rack.

So if you're like me and had tie-dye filed in the Vacation Bible School section of attire, it's time to wipe the fuzz from our eyes and embrace it! It's a fun and chic trend. You can make it your own whether that be casual around the town, out and about or even for the office. Make it TIE-DYE FOR!! Until next time, take a chance, step outside your comfort zone and walk into a room like you own it, because you can.

-LYV.ROX.STYLE