My obsession with trainers paired with skirts/dresses isn't going anywhere and it creates that perfect "almost Spring" look...
This time of year is always a strange one. We are all yearning for Spring, bare legs and a little more sunshine but the British weather hasn’t quite caught up with our wishes! Even so now is the time to start thinking about shopping for those new Spring pieces because by the time the sun does appear all the best items will be sold out! Trust me I’ve learnt from experience!
I’m already picking out some of my key pieces for my Spring/Summer wardrobe and this Topshop skirt is too good to miss. As I’m rather on the short side I usually find this fuller style midi skirt almost impossible to pull off as the length generally finishes at the mid point of my calf, diminishing my already minimal height. Plus, it draws unnecessary attention to my very stocky calves! This little number is from the petite section at Topshop. By making it that little bit shorter and with more flattering proportions it makes a whole heap of difference. Hurrah!
I think it’s really important brands cater to different body shapes because there is nothing worse than loving something and not being able to wear it just because you don’t fit a stereotypical mould. I know of a few brands and online retailers who offer petite sizing, such as ASOS, Banana Republic, Old Navy and Miss Selfridge, but if you know of any other great brands please share, I’d love to discover some new ones!
Outfit Details: Skirt – Topshop (find HERE) | Top – Timeless Boutique (similar HERE & HERE) | Shoes – Adidas (similar HERE) | Necklace – Wilma & Ethel
Even I have to admit we are still a long way off from sandal season but thankfully this skirt looks fab with trainers. My obsession with trainers paired with skirts/dresses isn’t going anywhere and it creates that perfect “almost Spring” look, so you can hopefully rock this outfit sooner rather than later.
I absolutely love this colour palette combination of olive green, black and rose gold at the moment. Plus, they’re the perfect shades for this transitional season, as you don’t want to be too much of a keen bean by reppin’ those pastels or florals too early in the season.
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I’m quite tall but my legs are much shorter compared to my upper body so where all my dresses and tops need to come from a tall section, my bottoms are all petite. Its so good there are brands that cater to these requirements rather than just focusing on regular sizing. This skirt is gorgeous by the way and I love how you’ve styled it with a bardot tee. I’m so excited for it to be warm enough to start wearing skirts and trainers again now! <3 x
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Absolutely love the skirt, so pretty and feminine
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Love this look its so fun!
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I love the look of this skirt. At first it seems kind of simple but when you look closer it becomes something more. I love the punctured pattern! And who could go wrong with a black skirt in spring?!
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Gorgeous skirt babe! Love the entire outfit. Have a wonderful day!
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So beautiful dear, I am loving that skirt!! 🙂
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I’ve spotted those Adidas trainers a couple of times and they’re so gorgeous! Lovely outfit 🙂 x
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I love the top, that green it’s so beautiful! And the skirt goes perfect with it. You look like a princess! 🙂
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Great skirt! Love how you have styled it casually too. Gemma x
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so lovely skirt, also nice tank top
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Thank you so much!! xx
What a cute outfit, you look beautiful and so happy here. Love your photos x
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This is such a lovely pairing, girlie! I adore the olive crop top, the skirt looks so pretty and those sneakers, swoon! Thanks so much for sharing and I hope you’re having a wonderful start to your week so far, beauty!
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Seriously bring on some warm weather!! Thank you for the lovely comment! xx
Thanks lovely! So glad you like it! xx
Awww thanks hun! xx
I’m lovely this skirt, lets just hope for some warmer weather soon! xx
Thank you lovely! Have a great day too! xx
Thanks sweetie! xx
Aren’t they? I’m obsessed with these trainers! Just can’t get enough of them! Hehe xx
Awww thank you! I’ve always wanted to be a princess! xx
Thanks love! I’m all about that casual look! Haha xx
Thank you hun! xx
That’s such a lovely thing to say! Thank you so much xx
It’s all about the sneakers, right?! Have a fab week too! xx
You look beautiful! In love with your pretty skirt!
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Very beautiful post… you are GORGEOUS!!! Love the shoes!
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I love the photography! Such a happy outfit 🙂
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Thank you so much hun xx
Thanks lovely! I can’t get enough of these trainers at the moment! xx
Thank you, that’s so nice! xx
love the olive tones. the skirt looks flawless, and u have such a charming style.
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That is such a beautiful skirt! I love the details, it makes it so interesting! 😀
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You are so gorgeous, love! Love the midi skirt and your smile is the cutest!
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Amazing post! You look like an amazing girl ;))
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Great outfit, lady- I love that olive green crop top!
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This skirt is perfectly proportioned to you, and I absolutely love the black eyelet design! Perfect almost-spring outfit!
I love your shoes! The metallic tops are really cool. I also agree that it’s great when a brand caters to different body shapes. I’m only 5’3″ and I always have to sift through jeans that are a bit too long or skirts that overtake me before I find one that fits better.
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Uhh how stunning are you??! I love everything as usual haha and that top really <33 I love anything olive green!
Nice pairing of olive green and black. I’m always entertained by your post, you write really well. There are Australian brands that offer XS sizing like Alice McCall and Bec and Bridge, you can check them out.
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Unique skirt! love your whole look!
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Thank yo so much, that’s so lovely! xx
Isn’t it?! Plus pretty good quality too considering the reasonable price! Thank you for the kind comment! xx
Thank you so much! Of course xx
Hahaha thanks! I can never resist doing a cheeky grin! xx
That’s the loveliest comment! Thank you! xx
Thank you sweetie!! xx
Thanks lovely, will definitely check your blog out xx
Thanks hun, that’s so nice! xx
Jeans are a nightmare, always too long! At least the are easy to tailor though. Topshop petite is a lifesaver for us little people! Haha! xx
Thanks so much sweetie, you always say the nicest things! xx
I LOVE Alice McCall but never ordered from them as I wasn’t sure about sizing. I will definitely check out Bec and Bridge as that’s a new name to me. Thanks for the tips and the lovely comment about my writing style, appreciate it so much! xx
Thanks girly!! xx