Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Petite Fashion Challege #16: Summer Wedding

This month's challenge is being hosted by Lauren of Petite on a Penny.  The challenge:
"Create an outfit for a summer wedding (the dress code is up to you). For bonus points (and this is what I'll be doing!) try to make your whole outfit, head to toe, come in under $100! (Or, exclude shoes and accessories to meet the $100 mark.)"
For a full list of participants, click here.

Since I'm still relatively new to blogging, this is my first Petite Fashion Challenge! Luckily, this wasn't too difficult for me as I've had four weddings this month! I photographed the outfits that I wore to two events this past weekend and the outfit that I'm thinking of wearing to a wedding next weekend.

Being as indebted as I am, none of my outfits even come close to being over $100.  You can definitely find treasures in the sales racks.  Score one for penniless student!

My first outfit is what I wore to the Welcome Reception for my friend Carrie's wedding.  The dress is from a small boutique in Charleston, South Carolina, and it's great for summer weddings as it's light and airy.
*Sorry for the super obvious watermarks...I'm still learning!*


Dress from Willy Jay's Clothing ($35),  Forever 21 earrings ($7), Silver bead bracelet (gift), Opal ring from Paris flea market ($23), Express beaded clutch (Black Friday freebie from years ago), Target black peep-toe pumps (on sale for $15)
Total for this outfit: $80


For the actual wedding, I chose a more formal looking dress.  She had her ceremony outdoors, and the reception was in this beautiful country club.  The theme of her wedding was "English Tea Garden", so I thought pink/mauve would be an appropriate color.



Banana Republic dress (on sale for $38...originally $150), Banana Republic earrings (Memorial Day sale find at $17), Anya Hindmarch for Target clutch (on sale for $15), Target gold peep-toe pumps (on sale for $15)
Total for this outfit: $85


I am thinking of wearing this outfit for my old roommate Lauren's wedding this weekend.  She'll be having a more traditional wedding, with the ceremony in a church and the reception in a grand ballroom.  I decided on a slightly darker color for the dress to go along with the more dimly lit ambiance of the ballroom.


Banana Republic silk dress (winter clearance find at $30...originally $140), Gold heart necklace gifted from a friend, Anya Hindmarch clutch ($15), Target nude pumps (on sale for $20)
Total for this outfit: $65


I am really a minimalist when it comes to jewelry.  I feel like the extra weight gets in the way of my dancing! But I'd be open to suggestions for ways to jazz up my look.  Any ideas to better accessorize my final outfit?

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22 comments:

  1. PhoebeMay 30, 2012 at 10:13 PM

    All of your options are so pretty and you did a great job on this PFC! I think my fav is the second dress. the color looks really nice on you!! :)

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    1. StephMay 31, 2012 at 10:45 PM

      Thank you! Seems to be a crowd favorite :)

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  2. LaurenMay 30, 2012 at 11:16 PM

    Congrats on your first PFC!

    I'm impressed that you did three totally unique looks; and all for under budget!

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  3. elizMay 30, 2012 at 11:45 PM

    OOOHHHH I REALLY like the first 2 dresses. but you look great in all the looks. The BR earrings are beautiful...I get scared of big earrings because they can be heavy.
    :-) Great post!

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    1. StephMay 31, 2012 at 10:48 PM

      Thanks! The earrings were actually pretty heavy...especially after all the dancing that night.

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  4. CynthiaCMay 31, 2012 at 12:22 AM

    I think my favourite is the third look for a more traditional wedding.

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    1. StephMay 31, 2012 at 10:50 PM

      Thanks for visiting! I love the cascading ruffle of this dress.

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  5. KT of KTRstyle.comMay 31, 2012 at 2:15 AM

    Your first dress is really pretty but I LOVE the cocktail lavender dress that you wore! I also love that teal dress and the nude pumps are perfect! :)

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    1. StephMay 31, 2012 at 10:51 PM

      Aw, thank you for your comment! I love the look you put together for this PFC :)

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  6. AnonymousMay 31, 2012 at 5:07 AM

    I love the first dress :) Casual yet really feminine :)

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    1. StephMay 31, 2012 at 10:52 PM

      Thanks! The pink peacock print makes it really stand out.

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  7. marisabel r.May 31, 2012 at 10:32 AM

    I love the dress you wore to the "English Tea Garden" wedding! Great job on your first challenge.

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  8. KathleenMay 31, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Can you try a silver necklace for the final dress? All three looks are so ladylike!

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    1. StephMay 31, 2012 at 10:53 PM

      Thanks for your advice! I will definitely try it out.

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  9. AnonymousMay 31, 2012 at 7:45 PM

    All the outfits look great but my favorite has to be the 2nd since I love the dress color + the accessories. Good job :)

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  10. hottywitabodyMay 31, 2012 at 8:14 PM

    your outfits are stunning and HOT! Almost as hot as that guy you're pictured with. daaaaayyyuumn

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    1. StephMay 31, 2012 at 10:45 PM

      My boyfriend can't get over this comment. I think you've stoked his ego more than you'll ever know!

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  11. AnonymousMay 31, 2012 at 11:30 PM

    You look great in purple! Loving all the accessories. : )

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