K.I.S.S. - Garnerstyle

K.I.S.S.

Plus Size blog, nautical trend, eShakti, Landsend

I had a high school basketball coach yell K.I.S.S. at us all the time.  The concept of Keep it simple, Stupid!" I'm not really sure if that was proper encouragement for developing teenage girls, but it worked.  It's something I can repeatedly hear sounding off in my head when I'm about to make something complicated that doesn't have to be.  I was putting something together for some errand running and I just got all over complicated with the look.  You can check the previous look on Instagram (garnerstyle).  I felt like an overstuffed cupcake.  It was bulky and just didn't come off  polished.  My initial thought was to work this skirt as it is shown.  This leads me to another conclusion, my first instinct is usually my best one...in life and when getting dressed.   

As a blogger, I know what it is to get caught up and go one step too far.  Yes, I go too far on occasion.   You have to reel yourself back in.   I've also gotten a few questions on how to develop personal style.  A lot of you girls have that on your New Year's resolution lists. which is awesome. I'm always an advocate for looking your best.  The K.I.S.S. concept is a great way to start to develop that.  Simple looks are always fabulous!  Start off simple and then add pieces or accessories that are more reflective of your personality.  

Plus Size blog, nautical trend, eShakti, Landsend

Plus Size blog, nautical trend, eShakti, Landsend
Top:  LandsEnd, Skirt - eShakti, Belt - Ann Taylor (old), Shoes - Nordstrom (similar), Necklace - Asos $26 - Skirt was sponsored by eShakti
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31 comments

  1. CorieJanuary 17, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    I love this outfit. It's simple, yet super chic. That skirt is freakin' awesome!

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  2. Style & PoiseJanuary 17, 2013 at 8:47 PM

    You look lovely! Dig that skirt.

    Roni
    www.styleandpoise.blogspot.com

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  3. UnknownJanuary 17, 2013 at 9:27 PM

    That skirt hum!!!@

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  4. UnknownJanuary 17, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    That skirt hum!!!@

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  5. TickaJanuary 17, 2013 at 9:29 PM

    Cute skirt!! I loved it with the pink top from earlier on IG as well =D

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  6. msmartina2uJanuary 17, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    Simple is always a classic look.....

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  7. Co Co pelliJanuary 17, 2013 at 11:13 PM

    I love that eshakti has pockets in their skirts and dresses!

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  8. UnknownJanuary 17, 2013 at 11:20 PM

    I just love that skirt!!! You look lovely!

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  9. MyahJanuary 17, 2013 at 11:50 PM

    LOL at what K.I.S.S stands for. So funny. You did a great job keeping it simple though! So cute.
    Myah
    thehappyhealthywholegirl.blogspot.com
    identifemi.etsy.com

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  10. ChlenchereiJanuary 18, 2013 at 4:51 AM

    Wow, wow, wow! Love that look!

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  11. FabEllisJanuary 18, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    Great advice! I adore this look on you. I literally squealed when I saw the skirt. I have a slight love for stripes. :)

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    1. GarnerstyleJanuary 18, 2013 at 2:05 PM

      I do too!!! I kind of want to decorate my house in it!

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  12. UnknownJanuary 18, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Love this article! great outfit!!!! I like the KISS concept, it fits with my Mantra for this year : " less is more" so thanks!

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  13. Whitney 'Nic' JamesJanuary 18, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    Cute skirt!!! You look great!! I too like the KISS method...makes things a lot easier ;-)

    ~Whitney
    www.whitneynicjames.com

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  14. Cookies, Chaos & C'est la VieJanuary 18, 2013 at 4:09 PM

    such a wonderful look! i love the skirt! reminds much of the 50s, beautiful!
    cookieschaosncestlavie.blogspot.com/

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  15. Lucy Clothing & AccessoriesJanuary 18, 2013 at 7:04 PM

    So Chic and sophisticated! I especially love the mirrored pic. GORGEOUS!

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  16. Mr I WILL Fly ThereJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:46 PM

    Ur so HOT!

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  17. Style4CurvesJanuary 19, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    very cute skirt!!!

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  18. Musings of a Curvy LadyJanuary 19, 2013 at 8:13 PM

    Really enjoyed this post, Thanks Chastity : )

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  19. Mode PlusJanuary 20, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    Very elegant look, the curvy Audrey Hepburn :)

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  20. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2013 at 1:36 PM

    I love black and White together, this is very cute. I might try something similar.
    Thanks for inspiration

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  21. NefertitiJanuary 20, 2013 at 2:46 PM

    Superbe !

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  22. DebraJanuary 22, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    I adore that skirt. Great outfit.

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  23. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2013 at 3:29 PM

    Love this outfit, beautiful!!!

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  24. UnknownJanuary 26, 2013 at 12:46 AM

    Now I will thinking KISS every time I get dressed! LOL You look really cute in that skirt too ~wink wink~

    www.goodlooknout.com

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  25. UnknownJanuary 26, 2013 at 2:22 PM

    I love your style, so classy... :)

    www.marlaswindow.com

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  26. ToyaJanuary 27, 2013 at 6:29 AM

    Love this classic yet classy outfit!

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  27. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 1:53 AM

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  28. ReneeJanuary 28, 2013 at 2:36 PM

    So glad you showed this skirt, viewed it on eShakti and was unsure and seeing how cute you are am now sold on it :)

    Thanks!

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  29. Newme128January 28, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    Ok I am wanting that skirt!!!!

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  30. UnknownJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:53 PM

    You look so pretty in these pictures!
    Love the outfit! :)

    http://shinebrightx18.blogspot.co.uk/

    Abbie xx

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