Apologies to those of you who had to pop on a pair of sunnies to read this post but I'm pale and proud! A few weeks ago I was sent a beautiful dress from Chi Chi London but the weather didn't want me to share it with you. Puuuh-lease! Thankfully the sun decided to show up long enough for me to go for a stroll wearing this adorable little Spring number.
Dress: c/o Chi Chi London - Shoes: Saks (old) Trench: Principles (old)
Sometimes I struggle with embracing my paleness but I must admit I do love how the colour red looks on my fair skin! I picked this poppy skater dress because it's the sort of piece which can be worn both casually or for a special occasion. It's covered in sweet lace flowers and has a healthy sprinkling of diamantes. This one is a size 8, I usually find I have to take a 6 in Chi Chi but this is the smallest size in this style and it actually fits quite nicely.
I bought these nautical-inspired pumps back in '07 in NYC and remember Office doing a higher heeled version at the time. Sadly I can't handle anything with a large heel but I can run around in these without any bother so they're perfect for me.
Do you own anything from Chi Chi? Do you use fake tan or do you prefer to keep it natural?
T - Lady in red. xo
Love it - so romantic and flirty and great styling with the shoes :o) Xx
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I’m totally useless in heels! I’d love to be one of those girls who walk around gracefully in them but I just end up looking like Tina Turner – NOT a good look!! So pleased you’ve had a little sunshine back in Bristol, I don’t miss the weather one bit. Hopefully you won’t have to wait too long before the weather’s good again so you to wear this pretty red dress again
ReplyDeleteI'm pale and proud too, I'm not fair skinned, but I have never been a sun worshiper or a fan of fake tan. We are pale and interesting, way better than looking like you have been tangoed :)
ReplyDeleteI love the dress, it is so cute and really does work with your skin tone...good choice!
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That dress is so cute, how perfect for a spring day! and I love those shoes they match the dress perfectly!
ReplyDeleteAdorable! I really, really like that bold red dress and the pretty white flowers around the bust.
ReplyDeleteThe shoes are so cute and nautical as well!
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Aww beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYou look gorgeous as always, such a cute dress
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Wow this looks incredible on you! And I feel red always looks great against pale skin and dark hair as I used to always wear red when I had black hair but now my hair is lighter it clashes more :( I love the pretty flower details too! so beautiful xx
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Oh my! That dress is just divine! x
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I prefer my skin when it's tanned but I'm too lazy so I too am pale and proud *highfives* I love this colour on you, and the style of the dress xxx
ReplyDeleteSo stunning! This is the perfect colour for you <3 <3
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you really suit red Tara. Pretty lady! xx
ReplyDeleteAaw, you look adorable! I'm super pale too but I like it <3 That shade of red looks perfect on you and I love all of the dainty details. You braved the chilly weather! xxx
ReplyDeleteI am pale, but have an olive undertone so can tan really well. I don't embrace it though when I haven't seen the sun and slap on that fake tan! ha. You are a beautiful pale, and look like a doll! English rose :) Beautiful dress chi chi are fab xx
ReplyDeletethis dress looks so cute on you Tara, compliments you well ! and I'd rather tan naturally and get some warm weather than smell like biscuits
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Yay! Pale & proud too! ;) I totally agree, the bright red looks soo nice against your skin & it makes you look so glowy! I wish I could pull off red, but I think with my dark hair & eyes it just looks a little too over the top on me, especially bright reds. I'm so jealous you had some sunshine! Wah!
ReplyDeleteI love the red dress! I've been on the hunt for one that's as flattering! xx
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Such a beautiful dress! I also love how you styled it with the coat! I find it so great! <33
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Sadly I don't fancy fake lashes and fake tans both . Don't trust either of them in case of rain or snow :)
ReplyDeleteYour shoesssssss are gawgus!
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Oh I remember those shoes!! Good times <3 Red really suits you, gorgeous! X
ReplyDeleteYour red Chi Chi London Poppy Dress is very pretty and you look lovely in it! It's a beautiful shade of red looks very swingy (great for dancing) and I like the way the white lace poppies stand out. The red colour would make it perfect for Valentine's Day.
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