A Fashion Story We The Free
There’s just something whimsically sexy about a baby doll dress that sets my ageless spirit aflutter. If you’ve followed LiWBF for a while then you probably already know the motto we follow around here… Learn the Rules and Then Break Them! I love it.
That’s exactly what I’ve done in this week’s #OOTD… a hip little baby doll dress from one of my greatest obsessions… the Free People brand. The shoes are a pair of vintage gladiator sandals, the kind with old school, vintage style straps that drive you nuts. Yep! I’ve salvaged a pair I bought over a decade ago. Urge carries a similar pair that has the old school tie up straps you can’t find anywhere anymore. Currently, we have a love-hate relationship. LoL
For those of you who didn’t already know, Free People is a part of the URBN group which also owns Urban Outfitters, Anthropologies, Band of Gypsies and the latest home and garden venture from the group called Terrain. All of these brands have permanent places in my heart. Each one targets a specific age group I suspect, but the gurus of URBN realizes that the times have a changed and the we are enjoying a period in time of what I like to call the Ageless Fashionista! The outfit I’ve chosen in this week’s segment of A Fashion Story is a tribute to this intriguing soul.
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You know the free spirit when you see her. She’s full of life, enthusiasm and has an infectiously free spirit that influences everyone around her. No one cares about her age because she’s just so blippin’ cool. She embodies the spirit of what the URBN group and many other companies realize these days… that style isn’t only a timeless venture, but also an ageless one. The aspects of design need much more than the ability to throw a sketch on paper. These days, an article of clothing captures and holds the spirit of its wearer. While some may raise an eyebrow at her love of pink and frills and all things romantically youthful others will cheer her along the entire way, cherishing the positive vibe she leaves behind.
Yes, we live during a time of chaos and worldly distractions and other unpleasantness, however, we have the ability to make our marks one good deed at a time. And don’t forget to throw in a smile along the way. In my humble opinion, Free People captures this spirit of style combined with artistic expression and movement.
What brands do you wear that make you feel powerful?
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Great post! x
Happy weekend,
Andreea
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Thanks so much beautiful!
Such a beautiful dress!
Greets,
Olivia
http://www.1001kleid.blogspot.com
Thank you dear. I appreciate your compliment.
Stunning and chic dress! The color is so pretty and I love this shape on you! Free People is one of my fave brands so it’s so nice to see this post. Thanks for your sweet comment on my blog, so pleased you like it. I’m a liitle obsessed with Paris!
http://leftbankgirl.blogspot.com
Thanks so much LBG! Your blog is awesome!!!
This is a gorgeous dress! I adore the color and those sandals give it the perfect boho vibe. One of my fave looks on you!
http://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Thanks so much lovely Kathrine!
Adorable summer look dear
lena
http://skinnycature.com/bijou-secret-tip-for-forte-dei-marmi/
I love that dress! Gorgeous color! Very cool pairing with the sandals! You look great Kasonndra!
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Jeanne
http://fashionmusingsdiary.com
Thanks so much Jeanne! Hugs
I looooove your dress! such a pretty cut and color!
XoXo,
Tamara – LoveofMode.com
Thanks so much lovely! Hugs
This dress is so lovely, you look stunning in that color!
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Thank you so much dear!
I think I’ve read about Free People before but don’t think I’ve seen the brand here in Canada. Love the baby doll dress on you, you look great. And sigh, the world is such a painful place right now, I am dead worried that this is the world my sons are growing up in. We need more kindness and love, not hatred.
Shireen | Reflection of Sanity
Yes, Shireen, the way things are going is very worrisome to us parents. Thanks for stopping by and for all your support. Hugs Kay
gorgeous dress!! Love the color!
Have a great week!
Animated Confessions
Thanks so much Sybil
That dress looks great on you! great post.
xo, Maryam
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Thanks hun!
Cute sandals!
Tina
http://www.justatinabit.com
Thanks dear!
I’ve never really given much thought as to which brand makes me feel powerful, but I do know certain silhouettes (and colours) easily uplift my spirits, empowering me, in a heartbeat 🙂 do those count? That’d be the colour red and anything which shows a touch of shoulder or back. Just a hint. And you’re so right. The world, as it stands right now, is so chaotic and twisted and ugly. It does us good to remember that there’s clarity and serenity and light and beauty still.
I run a weekly Link-Up every Friday called Project Sister Act which aims to debunk the myth that style is defined by age or shape or type. To remind us that fashion is about all dressing-up, and having fun while doing that 🙂 I do hope you’ll come join in, KaSonndra.
https://sheelagoh.com/2016/07/15/scentsuality-a-link-up/
Hi Sheela… Thank you so much for stopping by and offering such an insightful response. I’m glad you found the post inspiring. And I would LOVE to join your linkup. It sounds super fab!
Hugs
KaSonndra
That dress is beautiful – I really like the dusty pink shade and it looks great for summer. While your lace up sandals might be annoying to lace up they do look perfect with the dress 🙂
Away From The Blue Blog
Thank you so much Mica. Fashion can be tricky but usually pays off in the end. LoL Hugs to you!
It’s such a cute dress and I love ‘cute’ too. I totally consider myself a free spirit, little wonder I’m drawn to certain things :). Have a lovely weekend.
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Thanks lady! I hope you do the same!
I like the dress 🙂
Stella
http://www.stellaaquino.com
Thanks Stella!
I think dresses make me feel more powerful. This dress looks lovely on you and I love the colour 🙂
Velvet Blush
You look absolutely gorgeous my darling babe. Love your dress and it looks perfect on you! Thanks for the inspiration!
Much love, Len
http://www.lenparent.com
‘Learn the rules and then break them’ – haha, I love it! This babydoll dress looks SO gorgeous on you; what a flattering rose-pink colour!
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x
Have a great weekend beautiful.
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