Blouse and skirt (from 2011) c/o Modcloth, Target sandals, H&M; bag, Michael Kors watch
“On the Mark” necklace c/o Stella & Dot
I don’t have many items from Modcloth, but the pieces I do have are very special and garner so many compliments. This versatile blouse is no exception, and I have to thank Jess of what jess wore for enabling. I had been eying it online, but was unsure about the fit. After reading Jess’s thorough review, I didn’t waste two minutes before pulling the trigger!
I wasn’t able to post a timely review, but did share photos via FB/Twitter so I hope some of you were able to grab this blouse. It was out of stock the last I checked, but there is a restock signup list. They order based on demand, and the restock list is actually how I was able to snag this lace skirt last year.
…or untucked. I usually advocate tucking tops in + belting to define the waistline, but there’s something easy and effortless about an A-line silhouette. I temporarily hemmed this skirt to balance out the volume on top. Which do you prefer – flowy and free, or tucked and defined?
Because the material is very thin and pliable (and sheer – you either need a camisole or seamless nude bra), it drapes nicely on smaller frames even if the fit is roomy. I usually shy away from shoulder seams that go so far past my natural shoulders, but this top hung smoothly. I’m wearing a size S here and it can probably accommodate someone 1 to 2 sizes up as well. 
There’s so many features here that I appreciate from all angles: button-down back, grosgrain ribbon trim, sleeve cuffs, and of course the two pretty bows. There were definitely no shortcuts taken with the details on this blouse, making it look worthy of it’s $42.99 price tag. If you have a plain top and some buttons and ribbon, this could be a great candidate for a DIY project. My only concern is that the bow corners might show wear, so I’ll be sealing them up with clear polish or some anti-fray.
i have this top! so cute!!
Jean! I just ordered this, as it's back in stock. Thank you SO much for sharing this! I only hope it looks as lovely on me as it does on you. Thanks again!
Love your style. Congrats!
The Blouse is soooooooooooooooooooooooo cute!!!!!!!
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Jean, this is an absolutely amazing outfit! You look stunning and I love the pairing. BTW, just incase you're curious, express is currently selling a very similar shirt and the XS size will fit most petites!
Love that top, Jean! So versatile and I can see it getting lots of wears.
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Jean,
After reading this, I fell in love with your top and immediately hopped to ModCloth and purchased the last of the bow-tie top, in a size S. I felt like I won the lottery when I saw that there was one left, and in my size!
After the adrenaline rush ebbed, I was thinking about the fit of the shirt. It looks like the armpit area is loose–would you say that it's rather billowy? And the shirt doesn't quite have a shape. As I don't have anything to prop the shirt up with, I'm concerned that I'll look like a sack with it. Could you shed some light on those two things? Thanks!
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Great job on the photo-editing, Nick! Great tones! I love the top. It does have some wonderful fun details. I love flowy and free, especially with the lace shorts.
Hi Jean,
I love the shirt both tucked and untucked! It's two different vibes. I didn't think I would like the untucked, but it hangs on your frame very well.
I hope you don't mind that this is a bit off-topic, but I remembered that you said in previous posts that you sometimes sold clothes you didn't wear anymore. I've just gone through my closet and ended up with a bunch of lightly worn clothes, some of which can be donated, but some of which are pretty nice and I thought I'd try to find new homes for them. Would you mind telling me if there's a website or something that you use to sell yours? Thanks!
love the surprising bit of texture on the bottom
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Hi Jean,
Is this blouse a small or an extra small?
Love this look, very sweet! The lace of the skirt is so pretty and adds great texture to the look.
one of my fave color combos… blue with brown accessories. love those shorts!
I love this top tucked in best on you. Ribbons and bows are among my favourite details and the navy grosgrain is just lovely!
Jean, you are perfect.
I've been following your blog for some time now and am literally obsessed with you. I love clicking through your blogroll and looking at all the different blogs that you follow/follow you, and though I find many of them interesting – yours has remained my absolute favorite. Probably because my style/taste is really similar to yours, so it appeals to me more than most. But I also just love your product reviews or DIY posts because they are always so thorough and informative. I've learned so much from your blog that I finally felt compelled to write you a comment. 🙂 Also, I live in the Boston area and whenever I go downtown, I always enjoy entertaining the hope that sometime I may bump into you on Newbury St. 😛 Keep up the good work, and this top is simply beautiful. I personally like the first look best. So chic.
P.S. Are you aware of the blog Classy Girls Wear Pearls? It's my favorite fashion blog after yours – I think you would love it!
– Alefia 🙂
could you link the target sandals? Love them!
LOVE your top!!!
nice skirt!
love the look
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I do have a serious question! (I love the outfit – you look great in it btw) How many handbags do you keep? I must admit I envy the way you use the clutch as it looks perfectly proportioned on you and very elegant. It doesn't interfere with the line of the blouse, which I guess is what is great about hand held bags. Do you find it practical enough for real life? xx
Hey Jean, LOVE the skirt and the top tucked in looks great. I was wondering if you had any thoughts on Banana Republic pants in petite? I searched your blog but couldn't find anything.
so beautiful!!! you look amazing in this outfit!! love the skirt!!!
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Wow so wonderful outfit and you look stunning!
I loved that skirt.
Lovely shirt. I love how you styled it!
Love the outfit! Very chic and classy!
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I'm in love with this outfit! It's so pretty and feminine.
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Hi Jean! I love how versatile the top is since it can be tucked in or left out. What do you mean by a "seamless" bra?
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depending on where you were wearing the top, I like i both ways!
I really love the skirt ♥
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love this outfit so much that i signed up for the list! it's so freshly crisp!
Love the details of the top…:-) I like your target shoes…are they comfortable? all the shoes I have bought there are a pain!
I love this top, soo cute! You have such a delicate, feminine yet modern style. We love seeing your posts!
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