Right now is my absolute favorite time of year. There’s a time in the year when the weather warms up to a perfect 70 degrees, the flowers (especially tulips!) are blooming, and the days just get longer and longer. Sartorially speaking, it’s also the time of year my love for prints and colors is rekindled and I can still play with light layering in my outfits. I had my eye on this gingham skirt the moment Banana Republic’s spring collection came out (50% off today with code BRSPRING50!). I love the classic check print and the full skirt style give it fun flair while still keeping it work appropriate (albeit in a more casual work environment).
Since this full skirt does have a whimsical appeal, I paired it with a more conservative top to balance it out. And since no look is complete without a little pop of color (something I usually reserve for a statement necklace), I added a yellow belt with a double-knot variation for interest (tutorial here). I’m a bit of a hoarder when it comes to belts, but let’s just say that they’re my little secret for pulling an outfit together! All 20-something of them. 🙂
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oomph says
gingham is the epitome of spring in my opinion! definitely a great buy for the upcoming spring/summer seasons!
Nina Piccini says
the pop of yellow is perfect for spring, and I love how you knotted the belt!
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Tara says
I really love this skirt, it is gorgeous paired with that trench!
Mica says
The yellow statement belt is such a great idea, and looks lovely with the skirt! 🙂
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Lyddiegal says
I love gingham – it's such a great spring print, and this skirt is just darling. You are so lucky to be enjoying such wonderful weather!
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Frannie Pantz says
Hooray for spring!!!! It snowed here last night. Boo. But I still wait for the carefree days of spring! Gingham is my absolute favorite print. I am in LOVE with this skirt and the yellow belt is perfect with it!
Kileen says
OMG, still snowing?! I hope you're staying warm. I don't know how you Coloradoans do it. 🙂
WE says
So pretty and soothing! Love the skirt and the texture mixing!! you look gorgeous
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Kristen Warren says
that skirt is so gorgeous, and you wear it so well!
Kileen says
thank you so much!
Katherine says
I need a gingham skirt! The print is lovely!! and striking
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respect_the_shoes says
What a fun fab skirt on you – and I adore the tote!
Miss Hot Couture says
Love the entire outfit!
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Kileen says
thank you Lisa!
2girlsin2cities says
Found you via the Work link-up. LOVE this outfit! The belt is adorable. – J