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Red Carpet Recap: Childhood Favorites

By Kirsten|July 23rd, 2012|Red Carpet Recap|

If you weren’t watching The Bachelorette finale last night, it was obviously only because you were watching this year’s Teen Choice Awards. Known to be the more squeaky clean of award shows, Hollywood’s youngest stars came out in droves in hopes of collecting that shiny surfboard. Well, I don’t really care too much who wins what, I’m really just focused on who wore what. What came to my attention as I gathered images for this recap was that while some of Hollywood’s hottest looked downright adorable, perhaps others were taking that whole wholesome look to extremes. It would appear some of the ladies were channeling their favorite childhood characters. (To be fair, I had to Google 89% of these people. I guess that’s what happens when you are middle aged).

If you didn’t know who these were, you’re too young to be reading this…

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Take the Plunge

By Kirsten|November 11th, 2011|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

Alright, so the chances of taking a swan dive into clear blue waters at this time of year are probably slim to none for most of us… but that doesn’t mean you can’t take the plunge this fall. Step away from the high dive and step over to your closet. A deep v neckline is one heck of a way to make an entrance into any holiday party. Just don’t forget your double sided tape!

1. For Love & Lemons Luna Dress, $120, 2. DVF Chastity Dress, $485, 3. Alice + Olivia Violet Sequined Halter Dress, $495, 4. Rachel Pally Alady Dress, $229, 5. Bec & Bridge Hutton Plunge Dress, $350, 6. Contrarian Paula Plunge Dress, $379, 7. Kimberly Taylor Susan Dress, $395, 8. Anni and Jade Ava Deep V-neck Sheath, $254, 9. Mark + James Deep V Sequin Dress, $440, 10. Tibi Petali Beading Dress, $605, 11. Free People Spun Daily Chord Pointelle Tunic, $198

xx,

WhyDid

Photo via Flickriver (Roxy)

Friday Frocks: In the Navy

By Kirsten|November 4th, 2011|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

We all have a go to LBD, but have you ever thought about swapping it out for a LND (little navy dress)? The ladies of the Navy (or the WAVES) certainly do look snazzy in the crisp color. Navy looks great with metallics, nudes, and grey and despite what you may think… Navy can even be paired with black (as shown in dress #9).

1. Boulee Illusion Stretch Sheath, $218, 2.American Eagle Party Dress, $49.50, 3.TIBI Beaded Shift Dress, $363, 4. bebe Ribbon Pleated Strapless Dress, $159, 5. For Love and Lemons Wicca Dress, $99, 6. Vava by Joy Han Gabrielle Mini, $63, 7. Alice + Olivia Sadie Beaded Dress, $596, 8. Contrarian Barbara Bibb Dress, $381, 9. Kimberly Taylor Marilyn Dress, $350, 10. Forever21 Scoop Cut Knit Dress, $12.90

Anchors away!

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Show and Pas-tell

By Kirsten|April 23rd, 2011|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

The other day my dad was complaining that people don’t dress up for Easter like they used to. While people certainly have become more casual, he’s probably just spoiled due to my mother’s extreme outfits that she put her children in for the holiday. For as long as I can remember (until I had a say in the matter) I recall being strapped into an easter bonnet, fluffy dress, ruffled socks or tights, and some form of jazzy shoes (I wish I had pictures). When I talk about the Easter bonnet, I’m not talking about the run of the mill eyelet cap, I’m talking about fresh flowers sewn in to match my dress. My mother is no joke.

So, while you may not have the time (or interest) in sewing flowers to your cap, there’s no reason you can’t get into the holiday spirit by prancing around this Easter Sunday in one of these flirty pastel frocks. They’re enough to make the Easter Bunny blush:

1. Contrarian Barbara Bib Dress, $381, 2. Forever 21 Floral Sweetheart Tube Dress, $19.80, 3. Gianni Bini Della Dress, $138, 4. Wyatt Ivory Chiffon Big Rose Print Dress, $84.15, 5. Amanda Uprichard Joan Dress, $194, 6. Roxy Full Time Dress, $39.50, 7. Free People Flutter Away Striped Dress, $98, 8. Top Shop Pleated Neck Dress by Love, $76