I know that I’ve officially become a shopaholic because Dad has started to comment on my shopping habits! He’s never made mention of my ridiculous spending escapades before, as I’ve been a self-made woman for quite some time now (HA!) but I believe his actual quote was “didn’t you shop enough while you were in America?!” All I could do was stare dumbly back at him and say “ummmmmm noooooo?”
This all came about because I was completely GUSHING to Mum about my fabulous new outfit that I bought for only $69! YES, $69!! (Of course, this was before my no-spend September – 8 days to go! Not that I’m desperate to shop or anything :|) I’m talking shirt, skirt, anorak, shoes and a 3 pack of tights. Oh Kmart, you’ve really outdone yourself this time.
I had to explain to Dad that I was actually saving money – as the faux leather skirt was marked down from $20 to $3. It would have been silly not to have bought it.
I’m not usually one for shirts as I can’t stand the gaping buttons thanks to my average boobs, alas they aren’t small and humble, although you wouldn’t confuse them with mountains either!
Ahem, I digree, aaaaanyway I’ve always had a soft spot for anything denim/chambray (in fact after I bought this outfit I also bought a chambray dress – OOTD to come, natch!) I also love wearing contrasting materials and patterns, hence the chambray + faux leather + leopard print = fierce!
To finish off the look I added some bling from Francesca’s and I was ready for my day at the office – shanté away!!
What are your tips to combat gaping shirts? I’ve tried Hollywood Tape but don’t think it’s a winner.
Categories: Fashion
Great skirt!
Isn’t it?! For $3 you can’t go wrong 🙂
Thanks so much xo
I have known those who sew up the front placket of a gaping shirt. Myself I tend to undo a few buttons as if I meant it!
Yeah I don’t mind the undone look, with a cami on underneath, saves the gaping and sticky Hollywood Tape remnants. 🙂
You look so cute and stylish!!! ❤ This outfit is perfection! I usually just leave the button undone and wear a tank top underneath. Problem solved! Oh, and I giggled at what your dad said to you cause that's such a dad thing to say! hehe
Thanks so much!! ❤
I know right, dads will be dads! hahahahaha!
I like the undone look too, sometimes even with a little bra action, obviously not for the office though 🙂 xo
The damn Hollywood tape, or layer a cami under the offending gaping shirt and let it gape. Fashion pains…..Love this, btw!
Someone really needs to invent a new and improved Hollywood Tape! Not me though hahaha! xo
I definitely have the boob-gape issue. I tend to have to buy them two sizes too big, then they fit like a hessian sack everywhere else. Big boob problems!
Shirts were definitely designed by men! I like the idea of the shirt being bigger, then you can always cinch the shit out of it with a funky belt 🙂
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Love the necklace on top of the jeans shirt! So chic! 🙂 – Lena
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Thanks Lena xo
Awesome skirt and flats! I’ll put the shirt back on the rack if it gapes in the fitting room(no pun intended ha) as it will end up being an item in my wardrobe that I’ll wear like once a year. And as soon as I put it on I’ll remember why I only wear it once a year!
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Thanks Diana!
I know what you mean, I’ve learnt my lesson along the way with certain pieces of clothing, that’s why I’ve tossed out all my shirts, but this one spoke to me LOL! I think because it’s more casual I can get away with a little undone button action 🙂
So cute! I want to go to your Kmart !
I’ve heard that Kmart in the US sucks! So sad, ours is amazing! I’m lucky as the one near is fab and mum has one near her that is AMAZING 🙂
Let me know if you like anything and I’d be happy to grab it xo
You are too sweet!!=)
Love this look Rosie! You look fantastic!!! I am loving the shirt and thinking i need to go find… I’m on the hunt for another good shirt(Really want white!!)
I believe its the shirt that affects the “gap” Sometimes i have a really hard time otherwise it’s ok! This one looks like there is no gap at all!
Simply elegant!
x Kirsty
Thanks so much Kirsty!
It’s super hard isn’t it?! I think it’s all about the design and where they place that 3rd button down. The space between the 2nd & 3rd button can’t be too wide otherwise you get gap-age LOL!
xo
Guys don’t listen to her, she has extremely voluptuous and awesome bosoms. And yet the shirt still looks fantastic! This whole outfit is GORGE- absolutely love it. And I guffawed out loud at what Papa Tonks said. “Why you always shopping shopping shopping” xo
Darling you are too kind Hahahaha!
Papa Tonks said it exactly that way with some extra expletives thrown in 😬😬
Nice skirt Rosie! Love those cute shoes- so pretty. There is nothing wrong with your boobs! You have a fab figure and should be proud of it 🙂
Haha you’re too sweet!
Nice look – the leather teamed with the denim looks cool but not too “try hard”.
I usually wear a vest top under my shirts and undo a few buttons if gaping. I would rather the shirt was fitted to the remainder of my body as loose shirts do not complement me.
Thanks Phoenicia! I’m the same, if I wear anything too baggy it just exaggerates my shape and makes me look bigger 😁