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You know black is my favorite (absence of all) color. It looks dramatic with my pale hair, it’s instantly chic, and does not show the coffee or wine spills. Black is what I reach for when I don’t know what to wear, and where my eyes go in the thrift shop. Color is fabulous but black is back.
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The dress is hiked way up by my statement belt (sim) but without the belt it’s just below the knees – and looks great as a shift.
I found this black dress/tunic at the thrift where I work, and knew immediately I would need it (need it) in my closet. There are no tags but it doesn’t look hand-made. I’m showing a close up of the bodice so you can help me guess at the era : I’m thinking late 70’s – early 80’s. No shoulder pads, feels like all polyester. Tights, boots (sim) and my Ellen Wille helper hair, and I am feeling good.
I love the pleats and tucks on the bodice, and the puff sleeves (too big for me, but I couldn’t leave this dress behind over a silly thing like size) : >
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Love your blouse. Such pretty details!
~Whitney
http://www.whitneynicjames.com
Gorgeous dress, so vintage looking and despite being oversized it doesn’t drown you, pulled in with the belt it looks fab!
Patti, what a gorgeous dress. If the long sleeves ever do start to bug you, I’ll take it off your hands and pay handsomely for it. It is so nice.
Greetje
Forgot to say, if you sell the dress to me, I will NEED the belt too haha
I love the way you styled this, and really love your belt 🙂
I love black, too, but it’s been looking a bit harsh on me lately — maybe because my medium brown hair is only about 30% white. My friend who doesn’t have the complexion for black, but whose hair has gone all white, looks great in black now. But, for me, cool greys and black-and-white, black-and-grey, and grey-and-navy prints are looking much more flattering than plain black. If I wear an all-black outfit, I need some white or very bright silver (in a scarf, necklace, or largish earrings) near my face, and a bright red, fuchsia, or purple lipstick. Then it can work.
Amazing detail on this top, love how you styled with a belt!
Mary
http://www.marymurnane.com
You look fab in black Patti! I love the style of the tunic. Thanks for hosting 🙂
Emma xxx
http://www.style-splash.com
Another favourite look, you look absolutely stunning Patti!! Love, Kirsten xx
http://www.thelifbissue.com
saw your picture and was like: WOW!!! You look stunning Patti. Love the belted dress. Black really suits you. xo Sabina
You look awesome and that belt keeps it current. That top definitely reminds me of early 80s because I had a similar well-loved white one! Classic preppy me has shied away from black but now that I am in my 50s I am trying to add some edge with it, please LMK thoughts, here I am back in black! http://moodsey.com/mood-shiny-trench-marksspencer-alexa-chung/.
Black really suits you Patti, maybe because you feel good in it, you look good in it. I’m a new convert to the joys of black; as you probably know I’m a big fan of bright colours. However, I had day when nothing worked and ended up all in black and felt very chic.
Thanks for the link up party again, and wishing you a good week x
Anna
http://www.annasislandstyle.com
Black is eternally chic, and the detail on that dress makes it far from boring! Wishing you a wonderful week x
You always look fab in black, Patti. Love the tunic dress.
Happy Monday!
You come across the prettiest and unique pieces working. I really like how black looks with your hair and porcelain skin. A fabulous way to showcase your colorful boots, as well!
I love that dress and black too. I never used to like black but anymore I find I turn to it often. It is always chic and versatile. I found the most amazing shoes at a Goodwill this weekend. I love shopping at Thrifts and donating too. Have a great week! Peace!
You look fabulous in black, Patti! The dress looks fabulous belted, and the details are beautiful. A great find!
Thanks for the link up & have a great week!
The bib/ruffly neckline reminds me of the top I wore for my senior pictures in the early 80’s. Love this whole look…it’s got cool nonchalance vibe! 🙂
Debbie
http://www.fashionfairydust.com
I wholeheartedly agree with you about black and this dress is spectacular on you!
Gail
http://www.isthismutton.com
Fabulous in total black, dear Patti.
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When I think of you I don’t think of black, but maybe I should start – this looks great on you. So coool. But the ruffles add a touch of softness at the same time. Thanks for the linkup. Creativity takes my mind off, well, just off.
I was also totally black last Friday! Love it!
I had a dress in the early ’80s with a pleated bib like that. Loved it.
Black is great, especially if you want to be a minimalist. Everything goes with everything, not like reds and blues that sort of, but not really, match.
Looking stunning in black Patti! What a beautiful tunic, I love those pleats! I think it is from the early 80s
Black is always right and you look so good in that shirt/dress with its pin tucked front .
Great with the belt and boots.
I like how you styled the dress. Who says that one can wear a dress only one way? The belt gibe the look the right dose of edgy. What do you want more to state that you are not dead yet!
You look like one of the Fleetwood Mac ladies. Rockin’!
The styling reminds me of those Mexican tops (or dresses?) that were so popular when you and I were in high school.
I concur on the era of the blouse/dress – definitely late 70s/early 80s. I love that beautiful pleating and the structured front! Fabulous in black, my dear! I may actually do that one day…Will be joining all the other lovelies here tomorrow…off on vacation/hiding/sick time this weekend.
You sure know how to pick them Patti!! The details on the dress are just gorgeous!
jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
That’s beautiful Patti. Bang on trend for now too. This could have come out of a designer store today x
http://www.vanityandmestyle.com
You look lovely. The details of the dress are fabulous. Black is a predominantl color in my wardrobe as well and as much as I try to add more brown, I usually opt for black when getting dressed. Why not stick with what works?
Rena
http://www.finewhateverblog.com
I love colors but I do enjoy wearing black, and your outfit rocks Patti ! Looking fab. Thanks for the link-up 🙂 Kisses
Fashion and Cookies – fashion & beauty blog
Oh, Patti, this look is faulous on you! The belt makes it sing! Thanks for hustessing us!
You know I love black, so this is definitely a favorite of mine! You love so chic! 🙂
So chic in all black, Patti! Thanks so much for hosting!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
http://fashionshouldbefun.com
Wow!! Gorgeous!! The detailing on the shirt is amazing!! I’m so in love with ruffles, reminiscent of a couple of my favorite shirts in the 80’s. Pretty, pretty!!
Wow, this is a cool outfit! Especially with the belt, so edgy.
I love this style – it really should be considered a classic!
Thank you for hosting us – it is always a fun time!
Have a good week, Mimi
http://inmyprimetime.blogspot.com
Wow Patti this is such a funky outfit – I love it!! The silhouette really suits you and the ruffles are fab 🙂
Thanks for hosting, lovely – have a great week!
Catherine x
The pleats in the sleeves seems a bit 70s to me and I love the yolk work. What a great find-I would have grabbed it too.
Such a great look! Love it belted!!
Jaymie
You look great, Patti! Thanks for the link up and have a wonderful week!