On Safari

July 5, 2012

Dress: BCBG. Clutch: Henri Bendel. Shoes: Nine West. Necklace: BCBG. Bracelets: Forever 21, H&M bangles. Sunglasses: Chanel.

 

I usually cinch the waist of this dress with a bold gold belt, but instead decided to leave it flowy and add a statement necklace.  This made me a little nervous as I hoped it wouldn’t look like I was wearing a tent.  By the end of the day, I felt confident with my choice, and will definitely wear it this way again.  Are you apprehensive when wearing tent or cape dresses, for fear of adding too much bulk?

 

 

112 Comments

  1. Posted July 5, 2012 at 6:31 am by Ani | Permalink

    Jenny, you look so adorable. Earthy tone colours look so good on you and perfectly match your skintone and hair colour. Love your choice with the dress and the necklace, what a beautiful statement piece. Great modern twist with the animal printed clutch. Perfect outfit, I would def wear it myself :-)
    Hope you had a great time In NYC?

    <3 Ani
    http://www.fleurani.blogspot.de

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 9:08 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Ani! NYC was amazing…such a wonderful city!

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  2. Posted July 5, 2012 at 6:33 am by Ani | Permalink

    On another note Jenny sorry totally forgot. What kind of photo programm do you use? like the effect of make the background kinda blurry? Thank you :-)

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 9:10 am by Jenny | Permalink

      I use a camera setting to make the background blurry. I use a 50mm lens, and set the aperature to the lowest level, I believe it’s 1.8. Sometimes I can get the effect I want, and other times it doesn’t seem to work out as well. It definitely works better for the closer up shots, and for shots where the background is further away from me. Thanks Ani!

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  3. Posted July 5, 2012 at 6:44 am by Maria | Permalink

    That necklace is amazing and I love the color scheme!

    Maria
    http://www.daintyanddecadent.com

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  4. Posted July 5, 2012 at 8:12 am by Natalia | Permalink

    What a great look, the necklace is a masterpiece on its own! Normally I would add a belt to similarly proportioned dresses, too, but this one looks great the way you are wearing it.

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 9:11 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Natalia! I normally add a belt too, but decided to change it up a bit.

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  5. Posted July 5, 2012 at 8:13 am by Katie Frost | Permalink

    I love this all loose and flowy- it looks crisp and cool for this hot summer! You were spot on (hahaha) with the gold accessories and the clutch :)

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  6. Posted July 5, 2012 at 8:25 am by Martha | Permalink

    Hi Jenny…this look is so classy and perfect for a day lunch.
    I only wonder how it would look with a skinny belt?
    Did you try to cinch it ever….I think it would look very nice….:)
    Xoxo

    Lol!!! I just read what you wrote….disregard my question above ;)

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  7. Posted July 5, 2012 at 8:49 am by alison dulaney | Permalink

    Love this neutral look and the incorporation of leopard!

    xo
    Alison

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  8. Posted July 5, 2012 at 8:51 am by Kendall | Permalink

    I really like this look, and surprisingly love the flow :) I would usually reach for the belt as well, but it’s nice to see some inspiration to try something different.
    xo K
    http://www.lilieslattesandlace.com

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  9. Posted July 5, 2012 at 9:23 am by Virginia a la Mode | Permalink

    Oh my goodness, I love this dress! The perfect foundation for a multitude of accessories and you styled it so well! I need something like this for work.

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 9:31 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Virginia! Yes, because of the neutral colour, it looks good with a lot of different accessories!

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  10. Posted July 5, 2012 at 9:25 am by Red Tag Chic Los Ang | Permalink

    I’m totally in love with the dress Jen….love the cut & the airy feel !!

    Rebecca
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  11. Posted July 5, 2012 at 9:37 am by Andréa | Permalink

    I always wear a belt, it is just a habit for me now, but I love this look on you. The necklace REALLY makes a statement! it’s great.

    -Andréa

    http://www.ohvadarling.blogpsot.com

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 1:45 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Me too, I usually wear a belt every day!

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  12. Posted July 5, 2012 at 10:06 am by Erin | Permalink

    This is such an awesome dress! I love how the breezy shape gives a feminine touch to the safari look. So cute! And I do worry at times about leaving loose things flowy and unbelted, but usually the risk pays off.

    -Erin-
    http://onetwosummer.blogspot.com/

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  13. Posted July 5, 2012 at 10:27 am by Paula | Permalink

    This dress is great and has so much potential, awesome look.

    Thank you for visiting Blush and your lovely comment Jenny :)
    Xoxo
    Paula
    Blush-paula.blogspot.com

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  14. Posted July 5, 2012 at 10:56 am by Jessica Broyles | Permalink

    Love it – I adore every outfit you post! Your necklace is amazing!

    I know how you feel about tent-like dresses/tops…. I just recently starting wearing these types of tops without belts. They look better, to my surprise!

    http://www.highheelstosneakers.com

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 1:46 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, you are so sweet Jessica! Thank you very much!

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  15. Posted July 5, 2012 at 11:19 am by Amy | Permalink

    OMG I love your necklace! It’s just fabulous! You look beautiful Jenny!!

    xo Amy

    http://www.LeopardandLillies.com

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  16. Posted July 5, 2012 at 11:53 am by Diva In Me | Permalink

    Nice “wild” touch and I like your shoes a lot too =)

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 1:47 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much, and thanks for visiting!

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  17. Posted July 5, 2012 at 12:24 pm by megan, tfdiaries | Permalink

    that dress is stunning on you
    Xo Megan

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  18. Posted July 5, 2012 at 12:49 pm by Denise | Permalink

    Thank you for leaving a comment on my Blog!

    You have great style and I am sure the lace shorts will fit you perfect!

    http://styleandrecipes.blogspot.de/

    xo,

    Denise

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  19. Posted July 5, 2012 at 1:16 pm by Annie | Permalink

    What a cute dress, and I LOVE that you didn’t belt it – it flows perfectly! And what a gorgeous necklace :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 1:48 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you so much Annie, and thanks for commenting!

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  20. Posted July 5, 2012 at 2:09 pm by Brenna | Permalink

    Oh my I love this! The animal print is a great touch. I LOVE your blog.

    XoXo Brenna at http://www.chicstreetstyle.me

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  21. Posted July 5, 2012 at 2:13 pm by Roxie Fitz | Permalink

    I love the statement necklace, it looks so stunning on you. And it definitely doesnt look like you’re wearing a tent.

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  22. Posted July 5, 2012 at 2:16 pm by Diana | Permalink

    Your necklace is just great!! Soooo beautiful!

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 2:29 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you very much Diana, and thanks for visiting!

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  23. Posted July 5, 2012 at 2:17 pm by southerngloss | Permalink

    This is so cute! love the leopard bag :)

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 2:29 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much, and thanks for commenting!

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  24. Posted July 5, 2012 at 2:26 pm by Nancie | Permalink

    love the look on you girl…and I love the fact that you didnt wear a belt…totally on that loose fitting trend. :)
    NANCIEMWAI.COM

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  25. Posted July 5, 2012 at 2:38 pm by Linda | Permalink

    I love how you dressed up this dress! Just shows how much further accessories can take an outfit :)
    The leopard clutch and statement necklace are the perfect pieces!

    Trendy Teal

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  26. Posted July 5, 2012 at 2:48 pm by Rachel | Permalink

    Amazing style! I love every detail! The dress, the necklace, the clutch! Perfect! Love your blog too, new follower :)

    xoxo,
    Rachel
    Rachel’s Lookbook

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 5:48 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      You are so sweet! Thanks so much Rachel!

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  27. Posted July 5, 2012 at 3:17 pm by Ashleigh | Permalink

    Cute necklace! xo

    http://www.thedaileigh.com

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  28. Posted July 5, 2012 at 3:47 pm by Ashley Laurel | Permalink

    I found your blog through a comment you left on an IFB post (about sell-outs). Glad to see you’re not only insightful, but also have great style. Loving that necklace!!!

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 5:51 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      That is so kind…thank you so much Ashley!

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  29. Posted July 5, 2012 at 3:58 pm by Nic | Permalink

    Love these neutrals on you Jenny! They work really well with your hair color. I promise you don’t look like a tent but I know how you feel. Some dresses with this shape totally work and others it’s just too much material.

    xo
    Nic
    mymannersandmoxie.com

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  30. Posted July 5, 2012 at 4:04 pm by Eve | Permalink

    gold and safari = perfect !! maybe followers ;> ?
    lot of loveee xoxo

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  31. Posted July 5, 2012 at 4:26 pm by Kristian | Permalink

    Fun! Looks inspired by a safari but not costume-like at all.

    http://www.neverfullydressedwithoutastyle.blogpost.com

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  32. Posted July 5, 2012 at 4:45 pm by nancy @ adore to ado | Permalink

    your style is so lovely! It’s so polished and pretty. =)
    xo,
    nancy

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 5:53 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      That is such a lovely comment, thank you Nancy!

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  33. Posted July 5, 2012 at 5:03 pm by Nico | Permalink

    Jenny I really love your style and choice in clothing. I swear to you that if I could have any blogger’s closet, it would certainly be yours! I honestly especially love this particular post because I JUST purchased a tent dress knowing that I’d belt it but you gave me the confidence to try wearing it all billow-y!

    -Nico

    http://www.SatinAndSalt.com

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 5:55 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Nico, you just made my day. That is so sweet, and exactly the reason why I started blogging. I sincerely thank you.

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  34. Posted July 5, 2012 at 5:07 pm by Krista @ Blonde Aest | Permalink

    I LOVE that necklace!!

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 5:55 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you so much Krista, and thanks for visiting!

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  35. Posted July 5, 2012 at 5:17 pm by FASHION TALES | Permalink

    What a beautiful colour and silhouette. I love the complementary jewellery. -xo

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 5:55 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you very much, and thank you so much for visiting!

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  36. Posted July 5, 2012 at 6:00 pm by Marie-Eve @aprettyne | Permalink

    That dress is stunning ! Love the clutch too !

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  37. Posted July 5, 2012 at 7:18 pm by Courtney | Permalink

    Absolutely love this outfit! You look so pretty.

    xo,
    Courtney
    girlavantgarde.wordpress.com

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 8:44 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thanks for the sweet comment Courtney!

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  38. Posted July 5, 2012 at 7:44 pm by KT of KTRstyle.com | Permalink

    Wow Jenny this out if truly divine and a classic in my book! I love it! Also that necklace and the leopard clutch add so much character and I think it’s the perfect accessories! I came across your response on this article at IFB about bloggers who “sell out,” (lol) and I can’t agree more. I think it’s perfectly fine to have c/o, gifts, etc but if your entire outfit is consist of c/o’s than I have to question your authenticity and integrity. I also unfollowed someone’s blog I once liked. Oh well. :)

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 8:49 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you so much for your lovely comment! I completely agree with you. Authenticity and integrity are so important to me as a blogger, and honestly, I really only want to read blogs that share the same values. I think you can easily tell who is authentic and who isn’t. Thank you again for your comment!

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  39. Posted July 5, 2012 at 7:45 pm by KT of KTRstyle.com | Permalink

    Sorry I meant to say “this outfit is truly divine.” My long fingernails are just not cooperating today! :)

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 8:50 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had to send a “correction comment”! :)

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  40. Posted July 5, 2012 at 7:50 pm by Sofia | Permalink

    You look fab!

    http://insofiashoes.blogspot.pt

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  41. Posted July 5, 2012 at 9:09 pm by Toni Styles | Permalink

    Gorgeous look! I love how the leopard clutch adds that cool element to an otherwise chic, classic look.

    http://rhythmandruffle.com <3

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    • Posted July 5, 2012 at 9:22 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much, and thanks for visiting, Toni!

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  42. Posted July 5, 2012 at 10:11 pm by LINA | Permalink

    So in love with the clutch!! And you necklace is a true statement piece!!! :) Looking great!

    linastyle.blogspot.com

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  43. Posted July 6, 2012 at 6:28 am by PEPA | Permalink

    like this look. perfect!

    http://therubberdoll.com/

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  44. Posted July 6, 2012 at 7:27 am by Julia | Permalink

    Love your outfit! Especially the bag!

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  45. Posted July 6, 2012 at 7:29 am by Brasilian_Babe | Permalink

    Lovely outfit. I’m specially in love with your BCBG necklace. :-)

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  46. Posted July 6, 2012 at 8:07 am by Jacqueline | Permalink

    Love the necklace!!!

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    • Posted July 6, 2012 at 5:39 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks, it’s definitely one of my favourites!

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  47. Posted July 6, 2012 at 10:36 am by Jess | Permalink

    I bought a dress with a similar shape last week and didn’t wear it with a belt either – it was the most comfortable thing ever! Except my sister told me it looked like a maternity dress, and a coworker suggested I belt it. LOL I don’t really care though – I liked how it looked – effortless and comfortable! I probably still wouldn’t belt it. I think it looks great on you without a belt! As long as you like it, who cares, right? :)

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    • Posted July 6, 2012 at 5:51 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Completely agree, thanks Jess! You are right, we should be making ourselves happy, and I shouldn’t worry so much about what others think of my wardrobe!!

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  48. Posted July 6, 2012 at 1:10 pm by Hannah | Permalink

    The FIRST thing I thought when I saw this outfit was “I am so glad she didn’t belt this dress.” Seriously. I love it unbelted and think it looks amazing this way. Perfect styling, as usual girl!

    Hannah Tattoos and Pearls

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    • Posted July 6, 2012 at 5:52 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Whewww, thanks Hannah! Makes me definitely feel better about my decision!

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  49. Posted July 6, 2012 at 10:23 pm by Ileana | Permalink

    GREAT outfit!!! Love safari inspired looks :D
    xoxo

    novelstyle.blogspot.com

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  50. Posted July 7, 2012 at 1:31 am by Kacie's Kloset | Permalink

    I love the flowy dress and your necklace is to die for!

    http://www.daisyraeboutique.com
    http://www.kacieskloset.blogspot.com

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