Like most of the world right now, I cannot get “Alejandro” out of my head. You know that I love you boy. Hot like Mexico. Rejoice! Ahhh, kill me! I guess it’s fitting, as I seem to have the whole military theme on the brain lately. This army shirt was my grandfather’s and, though it was about 8 sizes to big for me, I wore the Hell out of it in junior high. When I saw some of the interesting things designers have been doing with the military jacket, my heart skipped at beat at the thought of reviving it. I also quite like the idea of the reworked button–down, so that’s basically what spawned this look.
I recently received an award from the lovely ladies at DC Dating Divas and felt I was far overdue for sharing 5 random things about myself. Here goes:
- One of my favorite things about living in DC is that, much like changing of seasons, at certain times of year, people seem to drift back into the area (and into my life) and I love reconnecting with the new crew!
- Harvest Delivered – definitely life-changing, if only for saving B and I from scurvy.
- Going to the Netherlands in a week, but can only stay for a few days. Boo!!
- Been on an old school X-Files bender for weeks and it’s starting to make me weird.
- My grandmother gave B and me a Lucienne Day tea towel for an anniversary gift and I just love it and want to acquire more.
vintage army shirt
Joie dress
KMRii bag
miu miu heels
Hermes bangles
70 comments
Julia
Hell yeah, X-Files shout out. I watched that sh*t last year — totally rad. And you look like a goddess in this post! Those shoes! Oy!
xx
Breanne at Bella Vita
You look awesome!! I love the army shirt tied around the waist.
I can sympathize also: I always seem to have Alejandro stuck in my head these days.
Annie Spandex
I'm so sorry to be the grammar police nerd but this stuff makes me twitch, so please excuse my obnoxiousness but it's "B and /me/," unless I is an initial–then I'm blowing it. 😉 I love this simple outfit. So jealous of your legs! Have fun in the Netherlands. 🙂 xx
libys11
aaahh yes!! crazy last song syndrome from lady gaga today.. i found the video a bit weird (posted it in my blog), but undeniably gaga!! 😀
looking great, e! i love that rich green color from the shirt!! 😀
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Anna G
I love Lady Gaga. I know a kid name Alejandro, so I feel like calling him every time I here. Silly me.
Eli
havent seen the video yet, but I love your outfit. Especially the shirt tied!! fantastic!
Dylana Suarez
Gosh, I cannot get that song out of my head either. The video is just amazing!!!!! Love Lady Gaga. ANd I love your military shirt. It really looks tough and rugged, just the way it should be. Perfect contrast with your clean little dress.
xoxo
Talia
divine shoes.
mom & son
Nice simple outfit.
I love the military shirt!
Susan
you have such a gorgeous figure!
have a lovely day, xoxo
Jill
I love what you did here–from the back it looks like it's a funky green skirt with buttons. So effortless–fantastic!
eek
I think you could wear a potato sack and still look gorgeous! Wonderful ensemble and those shoes are amazing!
Lynzy
You look great! Your heels are amazing.
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La Historiadora de Moda
I love the heels with this dress! Enjoy your few days in the Netherlands!
Kelly @ blackdog finds
Good thing I love Gaga 'cause I went to bed with that song in my head and woke up with it in my head.
I love this look. Only you could make tying a shirt around your waist look this chic! You look fab!
Fashion Butter
This is a great outfit – and GAH! thos shoes.
I lived in DC for a year and a half and I so agree with your number one. It is crazy how many people from your past end up there!
Christina
Such a creative way to revive it. I love this.
Good Girls Studio
Love the green shoot! X-files still gives me nightmares 10 yrs later 😉
EliB
you look SO good in these pictures! wonderful bikini body 😉
Sal
Harvest Delivered sounds absolutely amazing!
Almost as amazing as those Miu Mius.
Fashion Therapist
I'm loving those shoes! They're so cute.
Lauren Moyer
Those shoes are great! and I love the army shirt… And Oh I had that song Alejandro in my head for two weeks once… so catchy!
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Clare
I feel like this is one part country club, one part camp counselor. And I love them both.
Pop Champagne
love the shoes you got on! The outfit is casual and elegant it looks like you're gettin ready for some afternoon tea 😀
Daphne
Still obsessed with those shoes- and i Love the greens mixed together. So lovely.
thegoodgirlgoneblog.com
Those heels, those heels!
Bad Taste Toast
This is such a cool casual look and still chic with the shoes! I really love how you used the army shirt here! I first thought this was a skirt with buttons on it! 🙂
Becky
I'm in love with your shoes. I LOVE that song! I'm ridiculously gay for Gaga.
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Panda
Wow! Amazing photos, your so gorgeous. :0
Sorry for the late reply to your sweet post,
PANDA LOVES YOU!
Panda xxx
VersaStyle
yay i am finally catching up on my blog reading…how i have missed yours…
loooove the miu mius… you have to post a close up of them!
xo
emma
such pretty shoes
devore le beau monstre.
love your miu miu's! & alejandro has been stuck in my head too.
dating diva
Love love love this outfit! Also, sooo jealous that you're going to the Netherlands-have fun!
xx,
Delilah
tywo
I love your outfit. Gorgeous
LOVE!
SabinePsynopsis
Who's Alejandro??? The military shirt would make a great button down skirt! Wishing you fun and joy in the land of cheese and windmills! xoxo
Kristin
I would drift back to DC in a second if I could! Love the shoes…again. HA!
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Damsels
wow i dont think ive ever seen soemone look so incredible with a shirt tied around their waist .i used to do this when i was 7 .. and you make it look so chic
Keira
Such a great and simple-chic look! And love, love, love those platforms.
Jessica
Ahh yes Lady Gaga and military inspired pieces are on my mind too! From behind the shirt looks like a fab cargo skirt.
janettaylor
Safary and military = GREAT!
♡
megannielsen
Oh my gosh i totally love this look!!!And I agree that shirt would make the BEST skirt xoxo
6roove
nice idea with the shirt!
Leah
You made that military shirt a lot more interesting by the way you styled it. Love the look… and love the shoes so much! xoxo
Becca
It's cool that the shirt has history. I love authentic vintage pieces where there's a story behind it – it makes the clothing so much more personal!
The shoes are fantastic too!
Ruta, Look Ugly in a Photograph
I love this outfit. Military is definitely in and Alejandro is such an amazing song. I love gaga.
Free Honey
Alejandro is invading my head as well. I love this color palette and your shoes are ridic!! I want!
xoxo, Ashley
AlvianaKalin
lovin this outfit. 🙂
love ur hair too dear..:)
WendyB
Love those shoes!
linutana
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wreckedstellar
Love the shirt tied around your waist- ads a bit of grit to the look that I love! I'm going to be down by DC (will be in MD) on Fri hanging out with college friends! xo, mel
Claudia
You look so beautiful!
nice blog,
xx
Keith
Great photos. I really like what you're wearing.
I also love the song and video for "Alejandro."
Audrey Allure
Love the army shirt 🙂
Haha, I liked the song "Alejandro" but not so much the music video.
THESTREETFASHION5XPRO
Gorgeous! Chic and fabulous…love the shoes!!!
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Kristy
I love how you modernized this old school grunge style! And with those wooden heels? H O T! 😀
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Haute World
Oh I love how you incorporated the your granddad's army shirt into this outfit! Hot shoes as well! Have fun in the Netherlands! I lived there for a while and still miss it a lot…
Melanie
You shoes and romper are so cool!
Melanie@UnravelledThreads
Hannah
tooootally feeling the sweater/shirt around the waist… bring that back!
beckyxoxo
You look so chic dear ! Love your shirt and jacket 😀
Lisa
This outfit is wonderful. I love the shirt dress and how the army shirt is longer than the dress which has a really interesting effect and those shoes are incredible. Have fun in the Netherlands.
Lizzy Webb
love the shoes! they look great on youu!
Romany
The Netherlands?? Lucky girl…lots of tall boys there. Mmm. 😉
Hehe Alejandro – I prefer Telephone to be honest. But she's beyond fabulous, that's for sure.
I can't keep thinking of new ways to tell you how gorgeous you look, girl. It's wearing me out! Haha.
Romany
xx
michelle_
i love your sheer top and the way you knotted the army shirt 🙂
Erika
Ohmigosh those Miu Miu Heels are heaven; and the Joie dress – love, love, love!
Congratulations on the award!! 🙂
Rachel
Great look! Those Miu Miu heels are absolutely fantastic!!
Suzy LeQ
great army shirt. i waaannnt.
very chic.
xxoo
Suzy
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Leigh
The entirety of the outfit is perfection!
Have a fantastic weekend xo
avalonne lou summers
OMG I can't get Alejandro out of my head too!!! Seriously!!! You're so good at rocking simplicity as its best!!!
hannah
cute simple look! love the grandpa jacket 🙂