It’s been a while since I wore this dress. But since I’ve been in a leopard kind of mood lately, I thought it was time to recycle it, remixed.
Oh, and a huge thank you to Anika of Sweetfaced Style for featuring G&G her blog this week. Big hug, Anika darling! Y’all check her out. She’s a beautiful, fearless bloggerista who regularly whips up her own ensembles. If only I had skills like that.
This is also the debut of my new obsession: nail decals. These were sent to me by A Brit Greek (thanks, sugar!) and I’m totally loving them on a black mani. Am I too old for nail art? Probably. Do I care? Hell no.
*WVW=What V Wore
Sass & Bide Chase the Dark dress, American Apparel leggings, BCBG rings, Guess sandals.
On nails: OPI Black Onyx, Snowfox white floral nail stickers.
{ 111 comments… read them below or add one }
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
For those of you who have asked about the rings…they are currently available at BCBG and BCBG.com at this writing. I also blogged about them here: http://www.gritandglamour.com/2010/07/27/stylelust-bcbg-fall-2010-accessories/.
Get ‘em while they last! And so you know, the two-finger stud knuckle dusters are one-size fits all. They’re around a size 7/8. So if you have really tiny fingers, they will probably be too big.
Tips:
Paint clear nail polish inside and on the sides of the rings. They will turn to silver where they rub against your fingers. Repaint periodically to prevent wear. I do this with all my costume rings.
Take them off when you wash your hands. And don’t leave them on the side of the sink in a public place and lose them! I’ve done that one before. Put them in a pocket or your handbag when washing.
You look gorgeous! And I’m obsessed with the photo of all your rings. OMG I want them all!
XO PIper
Piper (DailyDivaDish)´s latest post: Historic Savannah Home
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thanks Piper! Still drooling over that Savannah manse. Stunning.
Those are the BEST RINGS EVER they’re so badass – love them! & you look amazing in that dress- leopard isn’t for everyone but you pulled this off well
Kim´s latest post: Words- words- words
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thanks Kim! Love your last post, by the way.
Ohhh Emmmm Geeee!!! That dress!!! you look sensational!!! (insert wolf whistles), WOW WOW WOW, and babe, please you are never too old for those nails!!! you are my hero!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE, J, xoxo, mwah! mwah! HUGz he he he
Jemina´s latest post: tropical sunday
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Awwwww, thank you Jemina! Mwah, hugs back at you, babe!
That dress is amazing and you are amazing in it! Does it have one of those do-it-yourself ruching things right down the front of it? Super fab!
Dorky Medievalist´s latest post: Casual Monday- Acid Wash Jean Skirt
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
DM, thank you so much! It does have adjustable ruching in the front…a lot of S&B dresses have drawstrings for ruching…love that about them.
Great dress! The decals look nice! You know that I have embraced the loud nail thing after moving here. Ghetto Greek!
fashion butter´s latest post: Life
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thanks, doll. Ghetto Greek. Love it! Why not have fun?
@leia12
August 4, 2010
I LOVE leopard print and you look amazing! And I am obsessed with nail art, so of course I love your nails
and no, you’re not too old for it! My mum is 54 and always decorates her nails!
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
That’s right! I totally forgot that about your mum! You’re only as old (or young) as you feel. And I definitely don’t feel like the old lady that I am.
Thank you sugar!
@lolarocksme
August 4, 2010
OK, your blog is amazing, loves it! I just love this look, the leopard, the nails, it’s fab!
Adrienne
Adrienne´s latest post: Fashion Nugget of the Day
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thank you Adrienne, and welcome. I appreciate your kind words!
Loving your dress. Sass & Bide are one of my favourite Aussie designers. I’m loving your rings and the other stud-ey stuff that are between your fingers. If you don’t mind, may I ask where you got them from? x
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thanks Amanda…I am hopelessly in love with everything S&B.
RE: the rings…see my comment at the top of the list.
@kristyelena
August 4, 2010
mmmm, love this dress. and the styling for it is spot on. your bcbg rings are fabulous.
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thank you bella!
@abritgreek
August 4, 2010
That is one bad-ass collection of rings girl – i so love that close up shot and the nail decals rock on the black babe!
You’re looking fierce in the leopard too!
x.o.x.o
A Brit Greek´s latest post: Randomness & Stylish Blogger Award- Congratulations to
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
No thank YOU for the nail decals! It suddenly occurred to me as I was looking at them the other day that they would look really cool on black…there’s an element of chinoiserie. Thanks doll!
I love the long animal dress with leggings, Very unexpected! And those rings! WOW!
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thanks Monique. Can’t take full credit for the leggings idea. The S&B designers regularly show sheer maxis and dresses like this one over leggings… it’s their trademark, actually. They layer over their ruched “Rats” leggings.
@metsyc
August 4, 2010
So excited to see the BCBG rings on! I’ve been visiting them online for weeks. Now that I see them on you, I feel they must be mine! Just found your blog and loving it. I am following you on bloglovin and would be honored if you felt like following back. http://www.blingazon.com Have a great day!
Metsyc´s latest post: Ann Taylor Sale Stunner- Leonie Embellished Glitter Suede Flat
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thanks Metsy! Can I just say how FAB your blog is? Totally adore it. Absolutely following you!
I love the way you styled this dress all the way down to the nails. Your accessories are outrageous! Love it <3
xo Lynzy
http://fromskirtstoskillets.blogspot.com
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thank you Lynzy! The rings are OTT. But then again, I pretty much am too.
lovin the rings!! i wish i could wear those but i always seem to lose my jewelry.
becky´s latest post: I am a Phan of Phantogram
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Hi Becky, thank you and welcome! Yeah, the double-finger rings would be really easy to lose if you don’t have big fingers. Which I have, for better or for worse.
@canelahada
August 4, 2010
I am soooooooooooo glad to have found your blog. Love, love it so I shall follow you from Berlin until septembrer, then back home South of Spain
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
SACRAMENTO…
Oh. my, I am so flattered by your words and totally enamored of your spirit. Thank you for finding me so I could find you, because you are FABULOUS! I wish I could write it to you in Spanish. I am absolutely following you back…thank you for adding me to your blogroll. I wish you were on Bloglovin’, but you are so amazing, I am adding a permanent link to you too.
Gracias!
Love that leopard print dress and your nails are amazing!SarahD
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Sarah, thank you sweetheart!
I love that you are in a leopard kind of mood lately. The way the dress falls on you and flows is stunning. The nail decals look amazing especially when placed on the black mani and surrounded by such gorgeous knuckle armor. It looks so bad ass and is a killer way to polish off the entire look. Genius!! xx
brookemeagan´s latest post: My Weekend Went to the Birds
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thanks Brooke! It’s fun, you know?! The nails are so easy to do too.
Amy´s latest post: Only love is all maroon
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thank you Amy! I’m totally in love with the two-tone hair in your latest post. Everyone is doing it and I’m so jealous!
@tanvii
August 4, 2010
Like you dress and your nail art. I do. And doesn’t look like you are old for anything. Age is just a number, right?
Love the whole look now off to check out your friend’s blog whom you have linked here!!!
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Amen, Tanvi. Thank you darling!
Awesome dress! You have great dresses but the leopard rocks! Especially with those shoes, leggings and rings. Age schmage!
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thank you so much! I agree: age schmage! You’re a girl after my own heart.
That dress is bad. a**, V! With all the rings and nail beautification, plus the leggings and hard core shoes, you are taking it to another level of serious, serious awesomeness.
A-Dubs´s latest post: Casual Monday- Acid Wash Jean Skirt
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Aw, thank you so much, A-Dubs! So wish I knew your real name. I appreciate your comments and support.
@AnikaByAnika
August 4, 2010
Hi sweetheart, first, bloody hell I love your outift!!! you know how I am about leopard and dresses, and seing them come toghether like this…….. smelling salt please!! LOL you are so beautiful and chic. yauuzzza.
also, thanks very much for the love! you know how I feel about you ;D
<3 Anika
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Ha! What can I say, Anika? Birds…and cats…of a feather flock together! Thank you again for the feature. Know that the feeling is mutual. I think you’re just so cool.
Cool rings!! I just saw those @ BCBG’s website today. I wonder how they would stay on! But as you mentioned, I have tiny fingers (size 5 or smaller), so they wouldn’t work on me. I’m glad you found that Zac Posen skirt! I ended up buying one off ebay myself. Also LOVE that you love the Tom Ford era like I do!!!
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Awesome! Thanks for commenting. When I was trolling your blog, it almost felt like trolling mine. The YSL/Tom Ford stuff. The way you style things…fantastic! Can’t wait to see more from you.
Thanks for rhe tip about the watch such a shame I did wonder.
You look gorgeous that dress is to die for and you are never too old for nail art : ) xoxo
Style of a Fashionista´s latest post: A Little Treat
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
No problem, doll. I so love the watch and it is a shame. But I guess nothing lasts forever, and with gold trading at a freakin’ all-time high, that vintage gold Rollie is out of the question for me.
Thanks for your sweet words. Loving your leopard looks too…there are a few of us who have really been feeling it lately and I love all the inspiration!
“Am I too old for nail art? Probably. Do I care? Hell no.” –> Amen to that missus . I am 27 and I still wear headbands and loopy tshirts. Dont care now and I probably will never do
And those rings are fabulous, I love the fact that they aren’t of a silver shade but rather a dark elegant shade.
)
Also, you are the first person I have ever met who is able to make a full length leopard dress look so good and chic! You can pat yourself on the back (with those fab fingers of yours of course
xoxo
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Lady, lady. How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. You seriously make me smile, DAILY. So first, thanks for that. And thanks for your kind words and support. They really mean the world to me.
I still wear headbands too. With like flowers and feathers and sparklies on them. No wonder why my three-year-old niece is in love with me. As Veshoevius said above, age schmage!
Love the dress! Super stylin’, you could totally take it from beach to dinner, you know? Gorgeous! And I am loving the nail decals, I wonder how they would look on bare nails, since I’m not that into nail polish (the chips and such). Maybe with just clear polish? Hmmm. I often ask myself, “am I too old for this?” And the answer usually is F, I don’t care! XO!
shari @ little blue deer´s latest post: Bright- Bold and Beautiful
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
Thank you Shari! I think the decals would look fantastic (and a litle more subtle) on bare nails. Actually, I think I might try that out myself! So if you pick any decals up, paint a coat of clear polish on, then while your nails are still wet, apply your decals, let dry, then top with a coat or two of clear polish. Let me know if you go for it!
love the dress— I love the way you paired it the leggings and those rings are amazing. I will def. hit up BCBG!
http://www.originalprototype.com
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
Thanks much! Hope you score at BCBG!
@kionon
August 4, 2010
Not sure how I feel about the dress. Animal prints are always about balance, and while I like the shape and structure of this dress, I am left wondering if it’s just too much print. Now, what I do love here is the exposure of the pictures. It’s very sepia-ish, very vintage feeling. It’d be interesting to see what I’d think about the dress under indoor lighting conditions with a white or gray matte colored shooting area…
Kionon´s latest post: Classic Prep – The Return of the Norwegian Sweater by LL Bean
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
To each his own K, to each his own! I like it. Hubby likes it. That’s good enough for me.
Wow V.
Nice work. I also like how you styled it in April, I linked back. Then I linked to Almost Sass&Bide from January. V, those 3 photos are gorgeous. Breathtaking gorgeous. Please wear that dress again, soon.
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thank you B! I totally appreciate that. I will wear that dress again soon. It actually looks supercool with the harness as well, but I’ll give the harness a break. Or maybe I need another one!
@thestyleconfess
August 4, 2010
If you’re too old for nail art, then I’m WAY too old for nail art. So I say “nail art is ageless and timeless”. It really is. Enjoy it.
heather Fonseca´s latest post: Shrinky Dinks
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
HA!!! I second that. Thanks Heather!
V, that dress is A.MASE.ING!!!
I could hardly take my eyes away from the photo of your rings….I’ve scrolled back up about 3 times so far!
They are to die for!!
Loved your interview on sweetfaced style!
(Loved her blog too!)
Thanks for your sweet comments, they mean a lot xo
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thank you Julia! And thanks for checking the interview out. Anika is so sweet. I just love her. So many lovely bloggeristas…you all make my heart sing!
RE: the comments. No biggie. Just telling you the truth. You have good things in store, my dear. I know it. You must follow your heart.
@BonBonRoseGirls
August 4, 2010
I am literally DYING over your finger candy!
@gritandglamour
August 4, 2010
Thanks Kristin…but don’t die…just buy! I have to admit I’m really having fun with these new pieces. People are perplexed by them. I kinda like that.
You’re never too old for nail art. I buy hello kitty press on nails and don’t give a sh* what anyone thinks. LOL
Those rings are major. I’m buying immediately if not sooner.
TheBrogueTrader´s latest post: Dirty Diana I just wanna Get through this
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
“I’m buying immediately if not sooner.” I love that! I might have to borrow that one.
I love all these wonderful who gives a #$@% comments. Awesome. Thanks doll!
oh! the dress looks ravishing and you look amazing..i think it is one of those cases where you are adding more to the dress than the dress itself..love all the rings, nails too
thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment
Sovina
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
Thank you so much, Sovina!
Love the way you have done this look. Great styling details. I love your nails too.
Kiran Sawhney´s latest post: Sarong pants
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
Thank you! The nails are a fun change, I must admit.
Love the dress but I love the rings and your finger nails even more xoxo
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
Hi Ryan, welcome and thank you! After jumping over to your blog, now I’m totally dying for fall even more. BOOTS BOOTS BOOTS!!!
@shoesaremymuse
August 5, 2010
What a fabulous ensemble! Great accessories! How did you get you photos to look like that? Is it the exposure you adjust?
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
Thank you Brianna. As far as these shots go, God provided the lighting, and the rest was achieved in Picknik. Check it out…it’s fun and free! Of course, I do use a pretty decent DSLR on a tripod. That helps.
Love the dress, and the shoes are hell awesome
http://www.julia-louise.blogspot.com
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
Julia Louise, thank you! I love your style and your blog! Yay! I’m your first follower on Bloglovin’!
Aww, thank you so much, hun
Btw. that’s strange, because i don’t have a bloglovin’ :/ <3
http://julia-louise.blogspot.com
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
No problem! If you have RSS enabled on your blog, Bloglovin’ automatically picks you up. If you want people to be able to follow you this way, you might consider adding a badge to your site.
@210 S Desplaines St, #2204
August 5, 2010
MUY MUY CALIENTE, MAMACITA!! ~ love everything about that dress: the hem, the ruche, the print ~ love that you wore it with leggings *HEART* ~ and the decals! love that you creatively placed it on only a few fingers rather than all your digits~ and the rings *SWOON* i have the triple skull and the rose in my basket, eagerly awaiting payday. being able to see the colors and the fit on your fingers is tremendously helpful. how comfy/uncomfy are the triple open ring sets?
)
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
Daisy, muchas gracias! (I hope that’s right…I wish I knew Spanish). You honor me, sugar. Thank you so very much.
Love the skulls…can’t wait to see them on you! The triple stud sets are very comfortable to me. They are best worn in the middle of the hand, on the middle and ring ringers…only because you don’t need maximum stretch between your fingers there. Surprisingly, for me at least, they stay on with no problems.
My only recommendations (since I have a ring from BCBG in the same gunmetal that I’ve been wearing for a bit already) are these:
1. Paint clear nail polish inside and on the sides of the rings. They will turn to silver where they rub against your fingers. Repaint periodically to prevent wear. I do this with all my costume rings.
2. Take them off when you wash your hands. And don’t leave them on the side of the sink in a public place and lose them! I’ve done that one before. Put them in a pocket or your handbag when washing.
Hope you score some!
@210 S Desplaines St, #2204
August 5, 2010
OH! i had only considered the possibility of the stones falling out, but not the metal color changing. excellent advice, chickie! thank ya. and your español is is great! ;o)
@missneira
August 5, 2010
Love love love this look, super sexy!
Miss Neira´s latest post: Bold New York and Classy Boston…
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
Thank you Miss Neira!
So glad I dropped in today in time to see the leopard dress. Looking hot, V.
Marchmusings´s latest post: Flower Power
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
Ms. March, thank you! I have to say I think you in your floral dress is the prettiest and sassiest you’ve ever looked!
that leopard dress is definitely putting me in a leopard mood… I might feel compelled to pull out some leopard apparel of my own again soon.
And perhaps you are right about the nail decals, but hey, they are still fun. why deprive yourself for the sake of being an adult?
Lyddiegal´s latest post: Simply Splendid
@gritandglamour
August 5, 2010
Thank you! Go for it! Leopard is totally fun. It really makes me feel glamorous.
love all your rings!
angela´s latest post: Oftentimes- Under Silken Apparel There Is A Thread-Bare Soul
@gritandglamour
August 6, 2010
Thank you Angela…you’ve got some pretty sweet rings yourself!
such a gorgeous maxi dress!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! love this look and u look hot!
xoxo jenna
http://thepetiteblog.blogspot.com/
Jenna´s latest post: Its black and its FCUK
@gritandglamour
August 6, 2010
Thank you Jenna, and that FCUK shirt is fantastic! I love how you styled it with the hat and belt.
Thanks for dropping by.
@whatanniewears
August 6, 2010
thanks for ur lovely comment on my new header and layout… it meant a lot to me!
you look amazing as always, the nails and rings are just wicked =)
ANNIE´s latest post: 夏日牛仔帽 hats off to summer
@gritandglamour
August 6, 2010
Thank you Annie…no problem! I like your changes. And I can’t help but want to visit because your looks and shots are always so great.
love the rings! and love how flowy this dress is. Happy Friday!
Islandia´s latest post: I felt like I was wearing patchouli in a room full of Chanel
@gritandglamour
August 6, 2010
Aw, thanks doll! Happy Friday, sugar!
@beccabellle
August 6, 2010
This is so boho for an animal print dress – so cool! I have to echo the sentiments regarding your rings – they’re really nice.
Have a great weeeknd!
xoxo, Ashley
Ashley´s latest post: Remix- Mango Bustles Edition
@gritandglamour
August 7, 2010
You know, Ashley, I never really thought of that, but you’re right. It IS. Must be why I like it so much. It is OTT, but kind of tame in its own way.
Thanks for the compliments and comment, sweetie!
yeah yeah you keep hearing this but those rings are seriously amazing!!!
Elsie´s latest post: Date Night!
@gritandglamour
August 7, 2010
HA! But thank you is just as sincere! I appreciate it, Elsie!
That dress is beautifully unique and your jewelry is amazing. The confidence you exude in your photos is inspiring. Just beauty. Enjoy your weekend.
Simply Luxurious´s latest post: Short and Sweet
@gritandglamour
August 7, 2010
Wow, thanks, hon! Never thought about the confidence thing. That is kind of you to point out.
Hope you had an enjoyable weekend as well!
I love it you look so fabulous that dress is amazing on you you wear it so well =)
By the way I forgot to say how much i love your rings. They are gorgeous
@gritandglamour
August 7, 2010
My goodness, thank you honey! And thank you also for the award. You are so kind, and I want you to know how much I appreciate it.
@citizenrosebudz
August 8, 2010
You look amazing. FIERCE. meow!
Anika did a great job on her feature of G&G. You say the things I feel so well, like words out of my mouth but better!
@gritandglamour
August 8, 2010
Thank you Bella! I appreciate that!
BCBG rings – ohhhh my, they are beautiful! leopard print is such a great shout for summer, especially in lovely floaty material like your dress.
jade
http://www.champagnefromapapercup.com
@gritandglamour
August 11, 2010
Thank you Jade…you’re so sweet to say that!
I’m going INSANE over your rings! they are absolutely FABULOUS!!!
@gritandglamour
December 14, 2010
Thank you Monica! A couple of them are actually on sale online at BCBG.com…right now!
{ 4 trackbacks }