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

31 comments

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

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  2. You look lovely! Dig that skirt.

    Roni
    www.styleandpoise.blogspot.com

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

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  4. Simple is always a classic look.....

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

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

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

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

    ~Whitney
    www.whitneynicjames.com

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  11. such a wonderful look! i love the skirt! reminds much of the 50s, beautiful!
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  12. So Chic and sophisticated! I especially love the mirrored pic. GORGEOUS!

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  13. Really enjoyed this post, Thanks Chastity : )

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  14. Very elegant look, the curvy Audrey Hepburn :)

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

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  16. I adore that skirt. Great outfit.

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  17. Love this outfit, beautiful!!!

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

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

    www.marlaswindow.com

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  20. Love this classic yet classy outfit!

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

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

    Abbie xx

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