This is one of my favorite looks that I wore to NYFW. When I received this red backpack from COCOVANN, it reminded me of my schoolgirl days, so I was inspired to create a schoolgirl style outfit. I happened to have just the right pieces: a velvet slip dress that has an innocently sweet vibe to it, and a lace turtleneck to be layered under the dress for that modest schoolgirl look. As tights and socks are an essential part of any schoolgirl uniform, I chose grey knit tights and sheer floral socks. Adding a whimsical element to the look, I went with my favorite blush pink velvet sparkly heels. I am seriously obsessed with these heels. The moment I put them on in the store I just could not take them off!
This COCOVANN leather red backpack was the perfect bag for NYFW. While it looks small, it actually fit all my essentials including my chunky DSLR camera, and the best part was that it left me hands-free. During NYFW I’m always running around between shows and events, so having both hands was amazing as it allowed me to hold food/drinks and my phone without having to worry about dropping anything. I kind of love the feeling of carrying a backpack, there’s something so effortlessly chic about it. But if you’re not a backpack girl, this bag also comes with an adjustable cross-body strap that you can wear on your shoulders like a regular handbag. COCOVANN seriously has an amazing collection of bags that are stylish and functional, I’ve previously featured a navy leather bag in this post. Did I mention that you can get 40% off their entire AW16 collection with the code LAYERSOFCHIC40?! The code is only valid for a limited time until April 1st, so don’t let it go to waste!
On the same day I wore this outfit, I was able to get my hair done through Lookbooker and decided to get schoolgirl style braids to match my schoolgirl inspired outfit. So of course I had to snap some more photos of myself in these adorable braids. Luckily there was a white screen set-up at ShopStyle Social House that was just perfect for outfit photos. Now if only I had this set-up at home and could get my hair done everyday!
What I’m Wearing:
Dress: EP (from Asia, similar here)
Heels: & Other Stories
Turtleneck: From Asia (similar here)
Bag: COCOVANN
Tights: Uniqlo
Socks: From Asia (similar here)
Earrings: Vintage (similar here)
Thanks for reading,
Mary
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Great look! Very good post, keep up the great content!
I love the handbag that you have!
I loveee this layered look! And this velvet dress is gorgeous. Oh so cute 🙂
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Omg this style just WORKS! I could never put something like this together! Great job and I love your shoes!
I absolutely love that bag! And your outfit is adorable! Swooning over those shoes <3
Liz
http://Www.lizzieinlace.com
you have such unique + chic style doll! Love it
Love that backpack! A great alternative to a purse and it’s fabulous and functional!
I LOVED this outfit on you during NYFW! You looked so cute!
xo Jessica
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This look is gorgeous- I especially love your slip dress! So beautiful! ♥
I love your velvety shoes. kimballandkedzie.com
So unique!! Seriously, I love this! I saw some blogger looks at NYFW and it was this weird label vomit all over the outfits – this is actually eclectic and thoughtful! You are SO fab girl!
xo, jess
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thank you so much Jess! That is so sweet and amazing to hear you say that, I’m definitely not the type of person to wear designer all the time and I believe you can totally be fabulous through your own personal style without labels!
omg those shoes are my dream, I love your how styled them
xo
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What a pretty slip dress! I love how you styled it!!
I love your style Mary! You are so out of the box. That backpack is so cute and I am living for those shoes right now! I am such a shoe fanatic! Great post babe!
Daisi Ari || http://www.onthecolorfulside.com/
Oh, loved the look babe and that backpack is so cute, I need it asap!
This is such a unique look and you pull it off flawlessly!
Your style is always so unique and I love it! The socks, the glittery heel, your backpack, your hair…every detail!
Love, love, love that backpack! I totally need it in my life 🙂
XO
Lee Anne
http://www.lifebylee.com
Such a fun look! I love the socks paired with the shoes!
xx,
Amanda || http://www.fortheloveofglitter.com
This is such a lovely look. That dress looks so gorgeous, and those bag. My! It’s so cute.
you look amazing girl! love the velvet slip dress 🙂 xo, sharon
http://www.stylelullaby.com/lifestyle/going-places-moshi/
You look gorgeous!! I’m loving the layers and details!!
xoxo,
Angelle
http://www.dashingdarlin.com
Sooo pretty!! I love that bag too 🙂
Hi Beautiful! You look so beautiful! I love the layered look with the sassy slip dress. The shoes are just magical too!
xo Debbie | http://www.tothineownstylebetrue.com