Feeling Hella Good in Playful Promises!

Tuesday 20 August 2013

Last week I blogged about Playful Promises, an awesome British lingerie and swimwear brand. The PP team kindly sent me my favourite piece from their AW13 collection which I couldn't wait to style as outerwear!

Playful Promises Hella Body

I'm a huge fan of this trend and when done properly it can look awesome (and not even a little skanky). The weather is getting warmer again so no need for a cover up but if you aren't brave enough to wear it like this, you could always throw on a leather jacket or a kimono.

Underwear as outerwear trend.Body: c/o Playful promises - Maxi skirt: La Redoute - Boots and belt: New Look - Necklace: Accessorize

I decided to pair the hella block body (£35) with my favourite black maxi skirt from La Redoute. This is such an easy outfit and the body gives a great silhouette. I'm now on the hunt for some black high waisted jeans because I think that would also work really well. 

La Redoute Lace Maxi Skirt

I've found that mixing different textures can create an interesting look, even if it's all one colour. My bodysuit is really silky and soft, the panels are also positioned perfectly so just the right amount of mesh is on show. Me likey.

Would you wear underwear as outerwear? Do you own any Playful Promises?

T - All black everything. XoX

54 comments:

  1. You look amazing Tara, if you hadn't have said i wouldn't have known the top half of this is lingerie! xxx


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    1. Aw thanks lovely! I don't think it's obviously lingerie either, my mum said she liked my cute vest when she saw me. ;) x

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  2. Really pretty outfit! Such a nice dress xx

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    1. Thanks you Lucy, it's actually a body with a maxi skirt! x

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  3. The textures look great!! Such a gorgeous outfit considering it's all black - deffo not boring!!Xx

    Lucy Cole | A UK Fashion, Style and Beauty Blog

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    1. I'm so glad you think so, I predict I'll be playing with more black soon... ;) x

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    1. Thanks Jamie-Lee, it's actually a skirt and a bodysuit! <3

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  5. YOu really are looking good, I love your style! X Anna

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  6. Love this outfit - your style is amazing!

    I've got a little giveaway over on my blog, which I thought you might like to enter! :)

    check it out here: http://blondiesstylefix.blogspot.co.uk/2013/08/giveaway-time-1st-blog-birthday-win.html


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    Grace X

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  7. I'd never be able to pull off underwear as outerwear, you look amazing Tara! I'm absolutely loving your fringe!

    Megan xxx
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    1. Megan, you 100% could! You're such a babe. Thank you though. ;) x

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  8. I'd have never known the top half was lingerie if I'm honest! Looks really amazing, especially with that skirt! xx

    Abby | Beauty and a Blogger

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  9. I really like the gothic yet chic vibe of the look.

    xoxo
    Ivy
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    1. Thank you Ivy! I do love a bit of gothic romance.

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  10. This outfit is awesome! So simple but just perfect. Wah, and you look so cute with your new fringe and hat! xxxx

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    1. Thanks favourite!! ;) I think it needs a trim now haha. x

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  11. What a stunning outfit! You're right, styled like this the body looks so chic and classy :) Love the black fedora and maxi skirt!
    Thanks for visiting my blog :)

    Helen at http://uhhelsyeah.blogspot.co.uk xx

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  12. That looks so good. I love this skirt you paired it with. Is the top completely mesh or is there a built in bra?

    Would look amazing with some high waisted jeans!

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    1. It features some block panels so it's really flattering! I wore a stick on bra with it. :) YES! That's how I want to style it next. <3

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  13. you look amazing in this tasteful maxi dress! the lace detail is pretty sweet too! :)

    Check out my latest outfit post on blog! :)
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    1. It's actually a body styled with a maxi skirt but thanks!

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  14. Beautiful! totally adore the statement necklace! I really need some in my life. quite a few from Zara I am lusting over. I may try on ebay to find some look a likes. yh london is fab place, so happy i choose to go uni there :) easy to get to all the events ect xxx
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    1. Aw, thanks Adora. This one was on sale in accessorize! I haven't seen any in Zara yet but I'll keep my eyes out.

      That's great! You'll be able to attend everything. :) xo

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  15. You look fantastic! I think underwear as outerwear can look very chic styled in the right way, and you've got it spot on :) xx

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    1. Aw, thanks Hannah! That's so sweet of you. <3

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  16. You look hott lady!! Amazing.
    Also definitely sang your post title!

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  17. you look very grunge, i love it <3 so wonderful & the hat, aw!

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  18. All black everything! ;) I do often have my bra on show under a sheer tee & have worn one of those long length retro looking bras as a top before too, I think it's a good look when done properly & I think the key is confidence too, if you own it (like you are here!) no-one will look twice! Love that skirt too, so pretty.

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    1. I must say I think you partly inspired this outfit haha! I love those longline bras and you're so right - they key is to rock it a la Gwen Stefani. ;) Thanks so much doll. <3

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  19. I love this outfit, i quite like bodys and it's great to team with skirts. the detail on the hem is gorgeous. x thank you for a recent comment i was thrilled to receive a comment for you.x

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    1. Hey Christina! Thank you, they're so darn versatile. I'm glad you like my skirt too, the hem was one of the reasons I picked it! YUM. Aw, you're most welcome - I love discovering new blogs and we both have a love of the Kardashians haha! xo

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  20. WOW! Just WOW, You look totally gorgeous. I love it all, and the hat just tops it off amazingly.
    You stunner ;) xx
    Stephanie

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  21. Sweet Lordy, that skirt is a gothic delight! x

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    1. Hey Vanessa! It's actually a lace maxi skirt worn over a separate body but thanks! :)

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  23. that's a really cool outfit, love the top part! xx
    Alice Barton ♥ TheMowWay

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  24. I love this, usually I'm not a huge fan of innerwear as outerwear but this is really subtle and works so well! I love your maxi as well, so pretty xxx

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    1. Thanks Josie! :) I like the fact you can't really tell with this outfit. I'm glad you like my skirt, La Redoute has some hidden treasures!

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  25. i love this kind of style, grunge and stuff. you look awesome!

    feel free to visit my blog + i follow you, girls! :)
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  26. You pretty lady, you! I am loving maxi skirts at the moment so i really like this look. The necklace you're wearing here is beautiful, perfect touch to the whole outfit x

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    1. Thanks Sarah. :) Your latest maxi skirt post is my favourite of yours! Ah yes, that necklace was such a bargain too. <3 x

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  27. I really love an all black look :) I may have to try this combination! Thanks for the inspo!
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    Becca xx

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