GREEN HOUNDSTOOTH SKIRT: OOTD

 

Houndstooth always stirs up images of Britain in my mind. Call it a colonial hangover of having growing up in a former British colony. I had been on the lookout for some outfit pieces in traditional houndstooth. But somehow, all the peiecs I came across, seemed very aging. Till I came across this beauty . Houndstooth is traditionally black and white, but this version was green in place of white. It was subtle, yet packed enough punch to make a statement. When you are wearing a traditional print, often the style or the cut of the outfit has a big role to play. The fact that this was a fit and flare skirt, rather than being a  bulky winter coat, appealed to me. Its a vintage inspired pleated skirt with a  high waist. So that means, it helps hide my problem areas: read tummy bulge. No, I am not pregnant, but I have not watched my calories, for the entire Holiday season.

The possibilities are endless for turning it into many different Winter outfits. Initially I wanted to pair it with a crisp White Oxford Shirt, with the sleeves rolled up . But my shirt had lost its crispness, once I started to pair it together. Then came the idea of Mixing Prints,which is an art in itself. I decided to play up the Black in the Green Houndstooth Skirt. I paired it with a Black and White Printed Chiffon Blouse and black tights and black ballet flats. A slight winged black eyeliner and some Red Lips, over a flawless base completed the look.I skipped any necklaces and used small silver hoops for both my ear piercings.

Outfit Details : 
Green Houndstooth Pleated Skirt from Express: Sold Out. Similar Here in Traditional Houndstooth
Black and White Chiffon Blouse from New York and Company: Sold Out . Similar Here in Black
Black Tights from H&M
Black Ballet Flats from DSW