Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Fit + Flare.

There is something so feminine about a fit and flare skirt or dress. 
I used to stay away from them, thinking I would definitely look like a cupcake if I were to wear one. 
But a dress from J.Crew Factory changed my mind. 
This one to be exact:
Looks simple enough, right? 
I dressed it up with a gold skinny belt and received numerous compliments. The perfect dress to wear to work (not too short or revealing), and then out to happy hour with your girls (add fun accessories + switch those work wedges out for some stilettos). 

Below are some inspiration photos that show you how you can achieve different looks with fit and flare!

And some of my favorite fit and flare picks that are available to purchase:
alice + olivia Fila Flare Box Pleat Dress // alice + olivia Perry Short Sleeve Flare Dress

Milly Graphic Jacquard Flare Dress // H&M Jersey Dress

Parker Naima Dress // alice + olivia Hilta Beaded Flare Dress

Steal vs. Splurge
H&M $29.95 vs. French Connection $98

H&M Circular Skirt

What do y'all think? 
Are you into the fit and flare?
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20 comments:

  1. Cait | Home Sweet RubyMarch 26, 2014 at 6:57 AM

    I have that Navy dress too! And that last skirt from H&M, except mine is in black! Great picks :) I love the fit and flare too, its a great shape for a lot of body types!

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  2. Amy Florez {Baby Mama Juice}March 26, 2014 at 7:53 AM

    I love that style! It looks great on everyone! That black and white H&M skirt needs to be mine!!!!

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  3. AshleyMarch 26, 2014 at 8:22 AM

    I love a good fit and flare too! That Alice & Olivia dress would stop at my hip on me, but if I wasn’t so tall I’d wear it!

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  4. JillianMarch 26, 2014 at 8:29 AM

    love these dresses!! the mint skirt is my favorite! xo jillian - cornflake dreams

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  5. ChristinaMarch 26, 2014 at 9:44 AM

    i looove the 2nd to last (stripes). so cute.

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  6. meg-madeMarch 26, 2014 at 9:50 AM

    I find Fit & Flare really flatters my body shape (a little peary....) but I really struggle finding ones that aren't too short on me! I LOVE the cream skirt with pale blue pumps, so gorgeous! xx

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  7. Ally HardingMarch 26, 2014 at 10:02 AM

    SO cute! You should have taken a pic of your outfit!

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  8. LuciMarch 26, 2014 at 10:18 AM

    I just got that same dress from J. Crew. I can't wait to wear it!

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  9. JordonMarch 26, 2014 at 10:41 AM

    I bought a flare skirt this winter and love it. I feel like a total cupcake in it but I got tons of compliments on it! I think I need a dress to try now!

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  10. KatiePerkMarch 26, 2014 at 11:19 AM

    We call these dirty dancing dresses (from the movie!) Everyone wore them and they are cute! So flirty and fun.

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  11. AnonymousMarch 26, 2014 at 12:40 PM

    Such cute finds. I feel like I'm 11 in this style since it makes my hips bigger and my chest look (more) nonexistent though ha.

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  12. AlexaMarch 26, 2014 at 1:11 PM

    So cute. Love that Alice + Olivia dress. Of course.

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  13. AliMarch 26, 2014 at 2:19 PM

    I just bought that J Crew dress on Monday! Love it so far.

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  14. StevieMarch 26, 2014 at 2:27 PM

    i totally agree with you! this is my summer wardrobe.
    love the j crew dress!

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  15. Sarah OMarch 26, 2014 at 2:50 PM

    I love this look! I think I need that striped skirt.

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  16. NatMarch 26, 2014 at 4:17 PM

    I love fit and flare style! That jcrew factory dress is so cute. I'm also loving that H&M skirt

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  17. AnonymousMarch 27, 2014 at 10:42 AM

    I got that J. Crew dress after Christmas and I can't stop wearing it. With the right accessories you can style it for work or a fancy night out. Enjoy!!

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  18. Alexandra Bee BlogMarch 30, 2014 at 4:50 PM

    Love those striped skirts and the fit and flare look...being short, however, it does not always work on me!

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  19. Alexandra Bee BlogMarch 30, 2014 at 4:51 PM

    PS- Bryce and I are coming to Charleston in a few weeks..I've been discussing a meet-up with Kathryn from Love, Raleigh and saw y'all were friends...I thought it might be fun for you and Cameron to join us, too! I'll email you to see if we can work something out!

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  20. StephanieMarch 30, 2014 at 6:57 PM

    Dang, you had to post those H&M ones didn't you? I haven't bought anything new in so long and I'm trying to save up for Asheville!

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