Style Tip: Dresses over Pants

We're not asking you to choose one piece of clothing over another. No, we're saying that it's totally acceptable to wear both at the same time.

Come again?

If you follow the fashion blogger world, like the many of us who are obsessed, you would have noticed the newest trend of pairing dresses, yes, over pants. Sheree of, It's Not That Deep, and a local HV resident, pulls of this trend flawlessly and lets us all know how we can master the look as well.

Layering dresses over pants has been popular in streetstyle and runway trend for the past year. When done right, it can create a laid-back, urban vibe. It is also a great way to wear those dresses you were saving for a special day, or the right temperature. Adding layers, whether a dress or just an extra tee, creates more interest to your look.

Sheree layered this amazing silk vintage dress from Blackbird Attic over flared pants and under a blazer to give the look just the right proportions. See her full post on this here. 

Get styling tips on this trend and more at the Blackbird Attic Fourth-Year Anniversary Event on Saturday, April 12th from 6-9 PM as Sheree will be on hand featuring her closet sale and hosting a styling session. Sheree has been featured in Who What Wear, Lucky Magazine, New York Magazine: The Cut and more. It's going to be a great party!

TTFN,

Blackbird Attic Outfits

Sheree of It's Not That Deep came in yesterday and styled some more outfits for us.

This dress/tunic is actually an old vintage men's general work shirt that was upcycled into a new design. Looks a lot like this safari style top at Zara and would transfer well into a fall wardrobe. Dress: Once Upon a Time, S, $14 / Hat: Lids, $8 / Silver Cuff Bracelet: $8.

I love the light flowy feel of this top and the textured vintage skirt is pretty amazing as well. Top: Soprano, M, $10 / Skirt: Vintage, XS/S, $17.99 / Purse: Vintage, $8.

Here's another upcycled dress, this time from Urban Outfitters. Definitely looks like an 80's pattern. A great light option for the summer. To add another level of comfort, pair it with a cute cardigan like this one from Splendid. Dress: Urban Renewal, S, $16.50 / Cardigan: Splendid, S, $16.50.

Shirt: GAP, XS, $12 / Leather Skirt: Express, S, $13 / Sunglasses: $5 / Vintage Pearl Necklace: $8.

Jacket: American Eagle, S/M, $14 / Dress: Xhilaration, L, $13 / Vintage Cameo Necklace: $16

Shirt: American Eagle, XS, $12 / Skirt: S/M, $12 / Vintage Macrame Purse: $10.

Blackbird Attic Styled Outfits

Sheree of It's Not That Deep, stopped by last week to style some outfits using Blackbird Attic stock. As is the business of consignment, many of these pieces already sold! But I hope to keep up with this feature.. so here goes:
 

Floral is a huge trend for spring and summer. All types of florals from big prints to floral denim. This cotton dress from the 80's is casual enough to wear to the park, but would also be great for a bridal/baby shower or brunch. It has sold, but we have many items in the shop with a floral print.

Here is another look that sold, but take this styling tip and only half tuck in half your top. As for the skirt, from nautical to sporty, stripes are in!

When you think of a warm weather afternoon a picnic is usually involved and with that comes gingham.. always a warm weather trend and staple. This top is actually a tunic/dress, but could be worn in a few different ways as seen here.

Here's another simple style tip. Wear colored denim to make your outfit more interesting.

 

Lace is all over the runways. Here is a dressy lace top, dressed down with a basic tank and vintage shorts.

Another stripe look in a totally different style. This outfit went to one lucky lady from NYC. Our merchandise is always moving, so stop in whenever you can to check and see what's new before it's gone!

Lastly, here's an interesting look, this skirt has an extra panel of fabric with a hidden pocket. The top and bag are also available for sale.

That's it for now, hope you enjoyed this new feature, there will be more to come!