Saturday, January 28, 2017

Bustier Tunic and Lace Hem Culotte




Lace has been a trophy fabric for multiple seasons and stays very popular with the fashion crowd. Found both on clothing and accessories, the grace of lace is unmatched and is here to stay.

The use of rich fabrics and an eye for detail are a couple ways to describe New York based designer Jonathan Simkhai. This look is a fusion of both. The fit and flare silhouette is one I love so much as do most gals for the obvious reason that it gives an hourglass look. Finished with a gold leather choker and gold studded heels, I was good to go. I adore the lace in the hem, such an unexpected twist as well as the flared sleeves. The tunic can be styled by itself and would look great with ankle boots and a choker. Would you like me to style the tunic by itself?
 Let me know.

I must add that ever since the ‘boob fairy’ arrived over 10 yrs ago, fitting certain tops have been challenging. A gentle tuck and whispers of ‘stay’ are usually all it takes. Didn’t work this time. So if you’re giving me the side eye, just know I tried.



Deets
Pants - Jonathan Simkhai (here)
Tunic - Jonathan Simkhai (here)
Heels - Christian Louboutin (old) (similar here)
Clutch - (similar here)

Thank you for stopping by and keep thinking the purple thoughts, xx.



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86 comments:

  1. Such a classy and chic look! You are gorgeous babe!
    xx
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  2. That´s a gorgeous outfit and the blue suits you amazingly well! Love the lace details!

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  3. Such a lovely outfit. The lace detailing and fusion of fabric is flawless. Love the blue colour as well, one of my favourite colours too.

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  4. Idu, I love the gold shoes, very sexy ♡ .... this blue lace outfit looks amazing on you, lace is timeless, always being updated with color and design. I'm into the fit and flair too, it's a great way to get that pretty hourglass look. Amazing as always xox ♡

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  5. The blue of the lace is one of my favorite colors ever. Love this!
    Have a great weekend, Idu!
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  6. Amazing lace details and you look stunning in this outfit!
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  7. This look is amazing, you're beautiful

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  8. This outfit is a piece of art!!! Everything looks perfect on you :-) Happy Sunday :-)

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  9. Fantastic outfit!
    Have a nice week-end!
    Gil Zetbase

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  10. Wow ! This outfit is magical ! I love lace :)

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  11. Tunic and culottes are amazing Idue and your clutch too...Have a nice day, kisses from Italy,
    Eni

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  12. These Jonathan Simkhai pieces are fab, Idu! I love both the tunic and the pants, and you look fab in this colour:) Another two thumbs up!

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  13. Que look maravilhoso amei, obrigado pela visita.
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  14. I'm smitten by this lace on lace look. Sure, I would like to see the tunics styled on its own...and the pants too...but I for now I'll enjoy seeing them together. It is really a match made in heaven. I love lace...I think it has to do with the fact that my grandmother always did embroidery and crochet...and somehow I connect lace with that. I just love that kind of details.

    I love blue...and pairing it with gold accessories was such a great decisions. I love that choker necklace...the heels are perfect as well...and the little bag- so divine!

    This set looks gorgeous on you....You always rock! Well, you know I'm a huge fan of your style sense.

    You made me laugh with that boob fairy comment...I've gained some weight recently and it seems to be that it all went into the chest area so getting tops to fit is starting to be a challenge for me as well.

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  15. Hi beautiful Idu...you look as though you stepped out of a movie. Fabulous style and gorgeous off shoulder outfit!

    Have a beautiful day
    KaSonndra
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  16. I'm in love with lace and this combo is just stunning! Live the blue color on you!
    xx

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  17. This outfit is so outstanding in silhouette, color and detail Idu! Love the simple styling too. You look smashing as always!

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  18. Your look today take my breath away Dear- so amzaing, unique, original. Love it

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  19. Your style is amazing my dear
    Kisses

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  20. Love! Great post dear.

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  21. This outfit is just stunning and Unique. FLAWLESS!!

    Bernie, xx
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  22. Wow! What a unique design. I do not think I have seen lace showcased this way before. The whole look is very captivating.
    LaToya
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  23. Lovely outfit! Happy new week!:)

    xxBasia

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  24. Yes. I know you tried! And I am not giving you the side eye. I love lace too, especially a lace dress in the color you are wearing. You look beautiful. I love how you kept the look so simple.

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  25. This dress is heavenly! Blue is definitely your color, Idu!
    xoxo, Vanessa
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  26. The Fabric, The Color, Your accessories.
    It's a hundred mama.
    Have an amazing week ahead!

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  27. Wow, You always find the best and most stylish pieces Idu!!!
    That tunic is incredible tself, but paired with those cropped pants is absolutelu gorgeous!
    You look just stunning, hun!
    xxx
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  28. What a statement piece!!! Can it get more elegant tan this??
    So speechless!
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  29. I love the colour and the extravagant design!

    ANOUK

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  30. I was just wondering about your amazing décolleté when I read about the boob fairy. I need a visit from her as well after two kids...

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  31. This has got to be my most favorite look of yours to date! This outfit is absolutely gorgeous, the teal shade looks amazing on you and girl, your boobs look great in them! They're not spilling out all over the place like some sweatheart necklines cause, you look very classy 👌🏼 Thanks so much for sharing and I hope you're having a wonderful Monday so far!

    Xo,

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  32. what a beautiful look!! your Louboutin are wonderful!

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  33. The pattern with that lace is so intricate and cool and a wonderful color chosen for it as well. Looks amazing on you! That bag is so fancy and the peep-toe shoes are always a welcome site. Yes, please style the tunic on its own sometime if you can. I was having a fantastic time picturing you in it both with tights and bare-legged in many seated poses as I enjoyed these shots tonight. That, added to your lovely face and sweet, stunning breasts combined in that last shot to bring me incredible pleasure!! They did seem to be escaping a bit and that only made it more exciting for me ;) Happy week to you, dear, and thank you for all your kindness!

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  34. AWESOME!!! I see no spills. You are slaying on a daily and I am here for it all. . .

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  35. Amazing details and outfit dear! I would love to see how you style both of these pieces separately! :)

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  36. Such a gorgeous outfit! You and I are lace twinning this week...Ha! You have me cracking up at "the Booby fairy” lol. I would certainly love to see both pieces style separately. xoxo

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  37. Lace and culottes make an amazing combination.

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  38. Idu, the color and texture of that lace is absolutely beautiful. Love your gold necklace.
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  39. Wow, that look so beautiful! I love the color! kisses

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  40. Stunning as always my dear!
    I really love how this blue suits you.
    Emma
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  41. Such a beautiful look! I love the lace details and the color!
    I would love to see how you style the tunic on it's own - I think it would look great with jeans too!
    Julia x
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  42. You're always super fashion and color queen. I love everything! *_*
    Kiss
    Luna
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  43. Wowww, amazing total look is perfect
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  44. This blue lace is everything!!! You look fab as usual Idu!!!
    Kisses, Paola.
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  45. Wow! you are looking very beautiful and stylish. i love the lace details. Your makeup as always is on point.
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  46. this dress is a dream on you, gorgeous!!!
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    have an happy day, kisses

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  47. Amazing outfit! Love your gold necklace! It looks beautiful! <3

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  48. If only my tits weren't looking down-south I would be rocking the hell outta this look. Daang I love it and you look flawless.

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  49. Siempre nos enseñas unos diseños espectaculares! El de hoy de blonda en color azul es magnífico, me encanta...
    Besitos guapísima, Emi

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  50. great lace ensemble, great body, great style...
    you're simply awesome, girl
    kisses
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  51. You introduce so many amazing designers! I totally love the set! They look amazing and the shape is so flattering !
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  52. have a nice day doll!!

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  53. This design is so amazing! Not only that I LOVE the colour, but also the details, which are very outstanding. You look very beautiful darling, and thanks for introducing the designer!


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  54. wow....that's such a unique dress.....you completely rock it....

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  55. All i can say is Woooow!!

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  56. love your outfit

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  57. so gorgeous.You look amazing
    i want that clutch

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  58. Gorgeous as ever! love the lace details, so classy!

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  59. This look is next level! Obsessed with every last detail! The lace and the cut of the pieces, plus the gorgeous accessories! SO good!
    x Emily
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  60. Wow, this is really cool! I love the proportions and the lace detailing, that's gorgeous! Sorry I haven't been commenting for a while, things got so busy and hard, but I'm here now, catching up!

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  61. Dear Idu, I really love that you wear the combo with these pieces! Lace is in general such a wonderful material and I can't ake my eyes off your wonderful look. Well done, as usual <3
    xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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  62. Wow, I love everything about this outfit! You look amazing <3

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  63. What a beautiful piece of art my queen! The lace detail is everything!
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  64. amazing!

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  65. You look amazing dear, love this color on you!!!! Perfect details!

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  66. Tunic is beautiful. So pretty color! But pants... not my style.

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  67. oh WOW that Jonathan Simkhai set is GORGEOUS on you! And the clutch and shoes are spot on, the whole is above and beyond stunning.

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  68. As usually, you look absolutely great my darling Idu.
    Love so much this outfit and i' m totally in love with your heels.
    Kisses

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  69. Blue and Gold, such a perfect combo :)

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  70. This is gorgeous Idu, It's my favourite look of yours ever!

    Gemma x
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  71. The tunic is so specal, I love it!!!
    happy weekend!!
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  72. Your style is amazing,I like it ❤
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  73. this is relly so fab!
    love your choker babe!
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  74. Your outfits are always so on point and I cannot get over how awesome your heels are everytime I see you wearing them.

    Love,
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  75. oh my gosh the outfit is just STUNNING :)
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  76. Are you ever not fabulous! Totally love this look. And I agree with your sentiments on lace, it does have grace. Love the embellished clutch too.

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  77. LOVE this combo! Looking classy as per usual! :D
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  78. Oh my goodness! Lace is truly Grace! Beautiful

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  79. you're stunning in that beautiful outfit! :")

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  80. lol at the "boob fairy"! I know you tried. Love how you style this look, just beautiful.
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  81. We know you tried, I love the dress, the color and the material is beautiful

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  82. Beautiful, I really love this styling.

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