It’s not often that loungewear is public-space wearable, but this past Sunday, it was. This skirt is like a big, long comfy t-shirt—who knew a skirt with an elastic waist (gasp!) could be so glam. Between the long, long skirt, my new lippie (MAC Impassioned), and my bright pink OPI Strawberry Margarita-painted nails, those people in Target didn’t know what to think or what hit ‘em.
Just another Sunday, I suppose.
Yes, Toto, we are not in Kansas anymore…
*WVW = What V Wore
Juicy Couture necklace, NY & Co. sweater, Banana Republic tank and skirt, Wittner heels.
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@asterialatief
February 20, 2011
gorgeous hair, gorgeous sweater, gorgeous pics, gorgeous person! (as always)
PS: I am proud to say that I too, wear a couple of loungewears to venture outside
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thank you Asteria! How are you liking your new blog look? I like it!
@WellAppCatwalk
February 20, 2011
You are such a bombshell in these photos, V! I don’t think anything could be more flattering on you than that skirt.
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thanks, Marissa! You’re a doll.
@ConsiderMeLuvly
February 20, 2011
GORGEOUS V!!! That skirt is perfection on you! I think this is how every girl should go to Target!
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thanks, babe! Don’t know about others, but that’s how I go to Target!
@AnikaByAnika
February 24, 2011
Ha! Love it! lol
@citizenrosebudz
February 20, 2011
Delicious like a scone with freshly made strawberry jam. A Jersey-knit scone. I must be hungry, as it’s meant to be a compliment. Fantastic photos. I am now reconsidering the possibility of elastic banded waistlines in my closet. -Bella Q
the Citizen Rosebud
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
HA! I know that feeling at the moment…I’m endlessly hungry!
Thanks, Bella…yes, sometimes we should reconsider the elastic waistband. Prudently, of course.
@myheartblogged
February 21, 2011
You look completely gorgeous, and so glamorous.
My Heart Blogged
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Aw, thanks Vanessa! I appreciate that!
@brookemeagan
February 21, 2011
Gah!! Vahni these are SO gorgeous. I adore the long layers of your skirt, sweater and necklace and I love the nude colour scheme. This is comfy casual at its best. I never knew loungewear could look so effortlessly chic. I hope everyone who was at Target to witness this in person knows how lucky they are. That last shot made me sigh. It’s painfully beautiful. xoxo
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thank you so much, Brooke. Such a sweet comment.
“Painfully beautiful” kinda had me cracking up…it was pretty painful when the occasional car drove by and saw me photographing myself. GAH! Hate that!
@canelahada
February 21, 2011
Wow Vhani…jaw dropping outfit. love skirts, but this one is something else.
You look fantastic beyond words my dear friend.
have a wonderful week.
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thank you Sacramento…I so appreciate your eye and your kind words! xoxo
@leia12
February 21, 2011
I love the drapey feel of the entire outfit and the sophisticated, chic silhouette!
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thank you Leia. This outfit is proof that it’s no so much the fabric, but the cut that makes the difference. Because when was a tank and knit skirt ever considered sophisticated, you know? Love that contradiction.
@EvaDomijan
February 21, 2011
I don’t remember seeing a similar outfit on you, but this style also suits you so well. Love the photo post-processing too.
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thank you, Eva. Photo editing is such an interesting thing. Sometimes I never know what I’ll get. In this instance of these shots, the product after the effect was a complete surprise.
@stilettostetico
February 21, 2011
Mmh BUT there is (obviously) a certain “comfy majestuousness” in this softly embracing outfit, AND I MUST confess that I really like the way your unveiled toes Here sound like a “Fetish Foreshadowing” of Spring Dear V !!!
à Bientôt, Antoine
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thank you Antoine! Yes…the spring foreshadowing…it’s been so lovely here lately. Nice to be able to see my pedicure for a change!
@leeoliveira82
February 21, 2011
When I was a little boy mum used to “over” dress me just because it was sunday.
So until now.. every sunday I still think about her but of course now I do my own style.
Love the longs skirt and your necklace is super chic V.
love ya
lee x
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@mrsbossa
February 21, 2011
Good job on making loungewear look so luxe. Lovely.
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Mrs B, I appreciate that! Thank you!
PS: Tried to leave a comment on your last post, but Disqus flipped out. You can totally pull off those white booties with tights. Go for it!
@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thanks Lee! Hope you’re feeling rested and the jetlag has passed. So sad that we’re not closer. You’d totally be my BFF.
xoxo
@bdotdepictions
February 21, 2011
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You looks so glamorous in this outfit V! The silhouette reminds me very much of a “golden girl Hollywood screen siren” look ~ totally fab and you rock it. : )
xox,
bonita of Depict This!
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thank you Bonita!
@taxnomywardrobe
February 21, 2011
OMG! You go to Target looking like this?? They must have been floored! You go girl – love that sculptural knitted shrug xx
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Ha! Oh yes I do go to Target like that! Thanks, lovely!
@122 W. Manheim Street Apt. 8
February 21, 2011
Monochrome Goodness! You look like an Aphrodite statue; tall and beautiful!
@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
You flatter me. I love you.
love the jersey wrap top!
@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thanks Justyna! And of course, a big thank you for dropping by!
@3347 Blackburn #10311
February 21, 2011
that sweater is spectacular.
xoxo,
F
Le Kiss Kiss- Click Here!
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thanks, sugar! It’s fun. I feel like I’m in a little cocoon when I’m wearing it.
@dearwinnie
February 21, 2011
Ruffling feathers at the grocery store is my favorite pastime. I like to go for a Stepford look with high heels and a full skirt. If I could borrow a child as cart decoration, I would. Perhaps you inspired a few Target patrons to actually try a maxi dress/skirt, because if I saw you walking down the shampoo aisle, I’d totally head to the clothing department in search of something similar.
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Chelsea, you are a woman after my own heart. How bloomin’ hysterical is your comment?! LOVE!
I am always a mahoosive fan of luxurious loungewear (and i’m not talking juicy couture-ew)
The cardi is so effortlessly draped and I definitely think people underestimate how chic a simple jersey maxi can look!! Plus you pull it off SO well
xoxo
Meg
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@gritandglamour
February 21, 2011
Thanks, love! I’m still chuffed that you taught me something because of this post. Jersey girl!
And yes, I’m not a trackey dack kind of gal either.
@yvonnalivianna
February 21, 2011
Love that sweater! the shape and texture is just amazing. These shots are beautiful!
XX!
YvonnaLivianna
YvonnaLivianna.blogspot.com
@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Thank you Yvonna! I kind of love these shots myself.
@concretecatwalk
February 21, 2011
ever since moving to the midwest from southern california, i’ve started using my trips to the grocery store/target/CVS almost purely for entertainment… wear my most fabulous outfit, and receive lots of funny looks + comments. the things people come up with to say never fail to amuse me!
@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Oh, I LOVE it. Why wait for a special occasion to dress up?! Thanks for your comment, Jessie!
@fashnlvr9
February 21, 2011
What an absolute stunner you are! No wonder Target was awestruck! I love that necklace you are wearing – so dynamic and glam! Great lips too!
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Aw, thanks Yvonne! Am loving the new lippie too.
Glam! And loving the lip color.
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
I knew you would. Thanks, Wendy!
@stylebysantina
February 21, 2011
Hmmm…now I’m kinda craving una margarita de fresa! How about you and your nails hop on a plane and meet me for one? What’s that? Not going to happen? Well, fine. Be that way. I’ll still have one!
I love how that sweater drapes around your body – so chic!
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Ha! I wish I could hop on a plane and dip my toes in some nice warm water! I hope you still had that margarita, though!
Thanks for your comment, babe!
@audreyallure
February 21, 2011
Stunning outfit! Love the sweater
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Thank you Audrey! And thanks for popping by!
You look absolutely stunning, V! The skirt and sweater are a match made in heaven!
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Hey you! Thanks for that! Hope you’re well!
@any2ndnow
February 21, 2011
Love this look, V! It’s very fluid and flowing. Fantastic!
xoxo
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Thank Cyrillynn! HAve to admit I felt kinda girlie fantastic in it. Even if only for Target.
@any2ndnow
February 23, 2011
If you can’t be fabulous in Target…where can you be?! We are truly on the same wavelength about errand running outfits
Girls will be girls!
xoxo
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Wow, you look smokin’ hot in this ensemble, long and lean and luscious! I hope you weren’t mauled by any Target employees?
@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Ha! You’re a funny lady, Jill. I scare the hell out of most people, for real. No chance for a mauling!
Thanks, love. You are so generous with your kindness.
@MJ_Beauty
February 21, 2011
Comfortably Chic!! I love it! And that Juicy Coutour necklace is calling me!
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Thank you MJ! The necklace is on a great sale at Juicy right now!
This juicy and jersey outfit is fantastic!! That maxi skirt is beautiful! The pop of that MAC lipstick makes it!!
SArahD x
@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Hi Sarah, thank you sweetpea! I wish you could really see that lippie in person. It is super bright hot pink. So crushin’ on it right now!
@PrttyShnySprkly
February 21, 2011
Great minds think alike! This post: http://prettyshinysparkly.com/tut-tut-it-looks-like-rain/ features a maxi dress and was also shot outside a Target! LOL!!!!
You look stunning. And I’m so glad you picked up MAC’s Impassioned – I’ve been loving it for a bright pink lip for two seasons now, and I have no intention of stopping anytime soon!
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
HA! I love it! Thanks for sharing that link. Apparently we are more alike that we knew…
Maxi skirts at Target…check.
Rose gold MK watches…check.
MAC Impassioned…check.
Kinda totally Type A…check.
No wonder why I love you.
Even in your casual chic you are a stunner. Floor length skirts are the catch for the upcoming season and you have done true justice to it. You have a statuesque beauty that is reminiscent of old world charm without sacrificing the “hip” factor! Simply stunning!
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Hi Ambuji…thank you! How kind is your comment?! I am a big fan of floor-length skirts and wear them often. They’re the epitome of femininity, and I always feel so ladylike in them.
@FashionNextDoor
February 21, 2011
woah-ho-ho… HOT MAMA!! you look lovely! yeah, If I saw you walking through Target, I’d basically be staring. Lol. I picture you just gliding down the aisles ever so graceful like. hehe. Okay, but seriously I love the neutral color palette! Gorgeous! that skirt is indeed very glam and paired with that sweater??? RESORT CHIC! I love it!
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Eboni, you are a riot! Thank you. Grace is always a goal, and one not always easily achieved!
I love the neutral palette too. Every once in a while even I need a break from the black.
xo
Well, I AM in Kansas and from here, this looks gorgeous–especially the sweater.
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA! Love it! Thanks, Terri!
@modanistajunkie
February 22, 2011
Wow, you are truly a goddess!!! Love the sweater. It looks so comfy and cozy!!
xoxo,
melrod
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Aw, you are just too sweet. Thanks! It really was comfy and cozy. I could have slept in it!
@starcrossedsmil
February 22, 2011
I love your skirt and especially your sweater! I made a sweater with a similar pattern, but it’s not as gloriously slouchy as yours is! =)
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
You MADE a sweater?! I’m in awe! I can’t make anything! Well, I’m really good at brekky, but that’s about it!
Thanks, Nnenna!
Every now and then I get this mad notion to do a wardrobe ‘cleanse’ sadly my maxi skirt was in one of these cleanses… Now I want it back!! My favorite part of these images has to be the colors. The way the colors of the building, the grass, your outfit and even your lippy all seem to blend so perfectly! gorg. x
@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Yikes…don’t you hate when you go on a purging spree in your closet and regret it?! Sorry about that, Jessica!
Thanks for your compliment…these photos are proof that a minor bit of editing makes a good photo great!
@fayemarieblogs
February 22, 2011
Gorgeous outfit V. The skirt and sweater look comfy and stylish and the jewellery completes the look
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Thank you Fuyume! It really was so comfy!
@elleenchantment
February 22, 2011
this is gorgeous V! and I’m jealous ofthe seemingly lovely weather where you are haha. I love the photos though- you are stunning as usual and I love the layers , that fabulous necklace and that skirt!
@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Hi Elle, thank you doll. Hope you come back from your break refreshed and ready to rock-n-roll!
@mistytewest
February 22, 2011
I love the layering of the necklaces…and the dress!!!
very beautiful V you are just so awesome…very stunning
Kisses
Sweet
PensandLens
@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Thank you Sweet! Perfect name for you…you really are. xo
@styleactivist
February 22, 2011
You cannot prepare Target for Vahni’s visit, let’s be serious. OK and since when has anyone ever been able to make loungewear so sexy? Really, V. You’ve outdone comfy-chic. Sunday, shmunday. I am in love.
XO,
Erika
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
HAAAAA! Perhaps not…no one is really ever prepared for me, I think.
And talk about love? Your last post…you look FAN-FREAKIN-TASTIC!
@abritgreek
February 22, 2011
Wowsers – you are totally gorgeous – as in Greek Goddess gorgeous!
Loving the necklaces… but i wanna see a closer shot of the nail colour! You know how i love anything pink!
x.o.x.o
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Thank you lovely! Will try to hook you up with a shot soon! If not…it’s on OPI’s site!
V you look absolutely stunning! That skirt is so glam and the photos are divine.
Sending you big hugs. xo Mish
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Hey sexy, thank you! I’ll take those hugs, and send some back to you too!
@profreshstyle
February 22, 2011
Holy hell lady, you are looking gorgeous…as always! Seriously, loving this long, lean look on you! That sweater, is delicious. Talk about a comfortable wardrobe. Looking chic and comfortable is something we all strive for and you hit it right on the head. This is amazing on you, dollface!
@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Thank babe! Compliments from you mean a lot to me…you have a very discerning eye!
You look like a goddess !!! If only all lounge wear-ish garments were this elegant!
@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Thank you Laura…yes, if only! The world would be a better place. Or at least more stylish, right?
@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Darlings, so many delicious comments…I am stuffed with delight and swooning from your love notes.
Thank you so much! So many things happening…like the Gucci livestream here, tomorrow(!)…I am still trying to get round to your blogs to show you some love back.
@TheStyleFile
February 22, 2011
V, you look smashing! I never would have guessed this is lounge wear; you’ve made it uber-chic.
& cheers to you for a background switch up! Did hubby help with these or did you use the handy remote?!
XXXO
M
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@gritandglamour
February 22, 2011
Thank you Marissa!
No, I shot these by myself with my tripod and timer. I really am not comfortable with anyone else around! The occasional car drove by, though, and I nearly died. I felt so stupid. It looks so pretentious, taking photos of yourself. At least if someone else were taking them, -people might think it was the photographer’s idea and not mine!
that skirt is gorgeous!
and wow can’t believe those were just tripod shots! i get what you mean in the comment above mine that it might look pretentious but isn’t the outcome just worth it? 
xx
heyrocketgirl
@gritandglamour
February 23, 2011
Reg, thank you for your comment. And welcome!
Yes, you are right, though. The things we do for our blogs. I agree the outcome was indeed worth it.
@flyingfabu
February 23, 2011
I don’t think Target is psychologically prepared for you. Ever.
Seriously love the profile of your legs against the skirt. If I could whistle with words I would. OoooWeee!
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@gritandglamour
February 23, 2011
Fabienne, thank you! How is it that you know me so well?
And OOOWEEE…you know there is actually a song with that title? I love it. I’d never heard about it til sweetie A Brit Greek (mybigfatgreekmove.blogspot.com/) sent me a CD with it. So fun.
Thanks again!
@arashmazinani
February 23, 2011
I’m loving the jumper it looks soooo comfy. Congrats on the Gucci Live Stream as well that’s so awesome! I’ve been a bit awol recently so catching up by commenting on everyone’s blog.
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@gritandglamour
February 23, 2011
Thanks, Arash! I get being behind on commenting, believe me. Glad for you to pop by whenever you can.
@caseemarie
February 23, 2011
Can I tell you a little story? When I was out visiting my sister in Michigan recently I picked up this gorgeous faux fur vest when we were on one of our ritualistic shopping sprees; I don’t know that I’ve ever entertained a faux fur vest before in my entire life, but when I saw it I thought, Vahni and Kristy Eléna would totally be rocking this. Maybe I should be adventurous. So I snatched it up and wore it the next day with damask-print jeggings (really!) and snow boots (because I had to be realistic – it’s Michigan, after all). The boots ended up working better than my leather ones, go figure. But anyway, I was scurrying through Target for some quick things and…I actually turned a few heads! I thought, This is what Vahni must feel like every day! In a word, it was awesome. It’s become my ultimate fee-good outfit and I have you and Kristy to thank for the inspiration.
So that’s my story – I’ve been wanting to tell you since I got back but I keep forgetting. This post reminded me – and I can only imagine what a showstopper you were in this look! Obsessed with that skirt and sweater right now. Ah!
@gritandglamour
February 23, 2011
Casee, I LOVE THIS! Thank you!
Look for your face in this space soon.
xo
@AnikaByAnika
February 24, 2011
Hi darling, I had to come back for a second look at these amazing pictures, I just can`get over the amazing light in them, found my self thinking about it and you yesterday on the plane from Oslo to Stavanger where I am staying with a friend for a few days. I am on her pc now and had to come and leave you the comments my pc wouldn`let me.
You look stunning, and I also enjoyed reading about your hair on FB
x Anika
http://byanika.com
@AnikaByAnika
@gritandglamour
February 25, 2011
Hi sweetie, thank you! Sorry to hear about the PC troubles…totally hate when that happens! But thanks for dropping me little notes on Twitter when you can’t here. It means a lot.
@theloudermouth
February 25, 2011
You’re absolutely stunning, V! These photos belong in a magazine spread, seriously. And there you go, showing off the hair again in that last shot
Love it!
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@gritandglamour
February 25, 2011
Thanks, Steph! You’re a doll.
I could not pull that off, but I LOVE that you can!
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@gritandglamour
March 1, 2011
Thanks, Annie!
I’m in love with this outfit! The sweater, the skirt, what a perfect combination V.
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@gritandglamour
December 18, 2011
Thank you, Gigi!
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