It’s that time of the year. We are all getting tired of our winter clothes and longing for spring. I snagged this adorable velvet jumper on the Gap clearance rack just after Christmas. The material feels like winter, but I couldn’t figure out how to style it. Black or navy tights felt strange, too dark somehow. I was ready for bare legs, but the weather wasn’t cooperating. I never dreamed nude legs in the winter with sheer pantyhose would be an option until I tried the L’eggs version of the tights I love so much (see post here). They were kind enough to send me several colors and options to test out. I ended up wearing the Silken Mist Ultra Sheer Leg in Nude, and you cannot even tell! I used to think nude pantyhose were just for my grandmother, but they have come a long way. I was cracking up when I was trying the options on. There is a “suntan” color which was waayyy too tan for my pasty white self. #DreamOn. These pantyhose are giving my winter outfits new life.
Also, because I feel like I am BFFs with you all, and this is something my BFF would need to know, I found the perfect nude lipstick. I know, monumental, right? In all seriousness, I had been looking for a while, and I am pretty cheap when it comes to makeup. Okay, really cheap. Like I only buy drugstore brands. I tried a couple of the “fancier” brands on but just couldn’t commit. Pinterest lead me to L’Oreal Colour Riche in Fairest Nude. I cannot stop wearing it. Best $6 I’ve spent in a long time. I have been on a little makeup kick lately. My foundation was out, so I was doing some Pinteresting about that too which lead me to Estee Lauder Double Wear. Non-drugstore I know, but I got a small sample of it, and after that there was no going back. It has a long-lasting matte finish. So. Good. It has to be for me to pay the big bucks for it.
Lastly, thank you all so much for your kind words to my post on Monday. My appointment went well, and I got my timeline for moving forward. I won’t start shots until mid-March, so I still have a little while until I’m really in the middle of IVF.
Pantyhose c/o L’eggs Silken Mist Ultra Sheer Leg in Nude // Velvet Jumper: Gap (similar, similar) // Floral Bow Blouse: Zara (similar) // Boots: Topshop (black version, grey version) // Chloe Dupe Bag // Ray-Ban Sunglasses // Tassel Earrings c/o Purple Peridot (use code STRAIGHTASTYLE for 10% off) // Lipstick: L’Oreal
Don’t forget the awesome giveaway is still going on!
113 Comments
Absolutely obsessed with this outfit!! Gorgeous booties!!
xo Lacey
http://www.myboringcloset.com
What a lovely dress you are wearing in this post. Perfection ! Have a great day!
http://www.reviewwali.com
Love this!
xoxo
http://www.aimeroseblog.com
You styled the jumper perfectly – I would have never known you were wearing tights !
Those tights are amazing! And I am swooning all over that Chloe dupe!
I love the retro feel of this outfit! That jumper is so cute with the bow blouse. I’m glad the appointment went well!
Nicole
Nicole to the Nines
Super cute jumper and love how you styled it. Thanks for sharing your nude lip find as I’m always searching for the perfect shade of nude – which never happens for me! I’m glad everything went well at the Dr.
There they are again: Those fabulous booties. And I love this velvet jumper, what a great colour. Love, Kirsten xx
http://www.thelifbissue.com
This might be my all time fav look on you! From t he booties to the earrings, I adore it & I can’t believe you are pulling off nude tights
michellespaige.com
Love that jumper! And that bow blouse is so perfect!
Zelle
Southern Style
I love the bow blouse with the jumper, and I can’t even tell that you are wearing pantyhose! Loving the 70’s vibe!
Rachael
http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com
Omg that jumper dress — in love! The earrings match it perfectly. I love Estée Lauder makeup and usually splurge on it only during their gift time. But I too almost always use drugstore makeup so thanks so much for the nude lipstick recommendation. Oh and I wear nude pantyhose often and love them.
I really can’t even tell you have pantyhose on, which is amazing! I love this velvet jumper dress, I just got some velvet leggings from Stitch Fix… they are the only velvet item I own, but I love them!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Amy, I couldn’t agree more, I am dying for spring! Your velvet jumper is such a great piece and I love the floral blouse you paired it with. Perfect winter style that hints at spring! Have a wonderful day!
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I love the ultra nude pantyhose, I wear them all the time in the spring! You really can’t tell that you are wearing them at all! Love this velvet jumper with the floral blouse. Fabulous look!
Xo, Rachel
A Blonde’s Moment
You are totally nailing this 70’s chic vibe, it’s absolutely gorgeous! This look is stunning – I need those boots. So happy to hear that your appointment went well. Continued prayers for you babe.
Hailey
http://www.themiddlecloset.com
I only just discovered your blog but I love it so much!! I love finding american bloggers – I used to live in Wisconsin but now back in my home-town of London so it makes me feel so nostalgic to look at American bloggers 🙂 Sophie xxx
http://www.fashionnomads.com
Love how you put it all together, you pulled it off perfectly! Totally agree, I too can’t wait for bare legs season to be here.
Xo Ally
http://www.allysoninwonderland.com
Such a chic look! I love those boots with this outfit! xx
Style by Avery
Such a cute outfit! Love that jumper + bow shirt combo!
~Samantha
http://goldcoastgirlblog.com