Two thousand eleven has definitely been a year of changes in my style. When I started blogging I tried copying many young blogger's styles and was all about trial and error. This year however I decided my style needed to grow-up a bit, after all there are cute outfits that look great on 20 year olds, but I'm way past my 20's and I needed something that made me feel like me, and not like someone else. So this is the year in review of Modesty is Pretty, hope you tag along!
January
This skirt proved to be a great purchase, I continued to wear it a lot throughout the year and I became obsessed with mustard. I also became more comfortable with mixing colors.
February
When I wore this. I loved this outfit although I felt a bit unsure about the collar (felt a bit childish), I have a fondness for peter pan collars.
I'm not much of a scarf wearer but I have tons of scarves, I liked this one very much, there are so many ways to wear scarves and add interest to your outfit.
March
This was the first skirt I ever made. It was made from leftover silk from some curtains my mom had made. I used this pattern, it is very easy to follow for those who are making a skirt for the first time.
I had wanted a pink skirt for the longest time, when I was unable to find it, I bought a regular vintage skirt and refashioned it into something I wanted. I made the scallops for the first time and I loved them.
April
I saw a skirt at Anthropologie just like this one but theirs was very unflattering on me and had an elastic waist (which I dislike) so I refashioned a white dress and made my own version.
I often wear long sleeves even though I dislike them, but I do like the way rolled sleeves look.
May
When I saw all the 70's inspired looks in magazines I thought I would never try it because I disliked 70's fashion, then I found this dress and boots. I'm still not a big fan of that fashion decade, but I won't say no to it anymore.
June
Classic! Can't go wrong with classic, I wore this to my nephew's high school graduation.
I thrifted this dress because I loved the green color, bright colors make me happy. I tailored the sleeves and the length of the dress to fit me.
This outfit was inspired (copied) from a blogger I follow, I had thought about refashioning this skirt, but some things are better left alone.
July
July is one of the hottest months here in Texas! It was torture but this necklace made me want to get dressed. I bought it at Anthro for $30 bucks because it was broken, but that has never stopped me, I bought it, fixed it and I wore it a lot of times.
I'm a big fan a crocheted garments, I have had this top for a couple of years and never got around to wear it because it's rather bulky, I figured belting it was the only way I could wear it, and I was right.
August
When I bought this skirt I was a bit nervous about the length but thanks to supportive comments I got over it and it turned out to be one of my favorite skirts during the summer.
The top is one of my favorites too, it was a boring off white shade, once I dyed it I wore it a lot.
September
I have a fondness for 1950's looks.
Another 60's dress I thrifted, 60's dresses made me change my mind about shift dresses, they are very flattering.
October
This ModCloth skirt fits perfect, I highly recommend it, it's a semi-full skirt so that it's not overwhelming on your hips.
The outfit is perfectly preppy, just the way I like it. I have this thing for uniform inspired looks too.
November
When I thrifted this jacked I knew it would be the perfect jacket for the Fall, my favorite season.
I loved combining sequins and ruffles in this outfit, V-necks are very flattering to short necks.
Curvy girls I have always admired your curves, this outfit gave the illusion of curves and I loved it.
December
I wore make up and my red dress, I loved how the make-up looked, however I won't wear it everyday. Natural is beautiful too.
One of the things I have noticed in my blog is that I wear a lot of stripes and plaids, so I combined my two favorite prints.
And the last change of the year, I took a plunge into skinny jeans, I'm definitely going to wear them more often, I really like them but I never found a pair that fit, that is, until I learned how easy it is to tailor them.
Ladies thank you all so much for staying with me this year, and for always being encouraging with your comments. When I started blogging, I didn't have any idea of what kind of style I liked. With time though, I've learned to dress in a way that makes me happy and comfortable, but all your kind and encouraging comments, and constructive criticism have helped along the way. I look forward to next year, and I'm excited to see what other things and changes it will bring. ^_^
22 Responses to “MIP: A Year in Review”
Wow Shey! What a fun look back at your year it has been! You look beautiful every day to me :) Really. I love your pretty ideas and your awesome refashions!
Wishing you a wonderful 2012.
Just found your blog this past month and have already read through all the archives. :)
You are an inspiration! I have a lot of things that look beautiful but don't fit me quiete right, so I'm definalty going to start doing some tailoring - with a gorgeous new sewing machine my parents and grandparents got me for my Christmas!
Project right now is turning a polka-dot ankle lenght skirt into a knee length skirt with kitten pockets!
Merry (late) Christmas and have a blessed New Year!!
Yep, this year has definitely been yours as far as style is concerned. Some beautiful outfits on you. And you're inspiring me girl! Love it Shey, and can't wait for more in the New Year!
xxx
Shey, I really like all your outfits, but my FAVORITES are the 70s dress (I just ADORE that dress!!!!) and the long white eyelet skirt that you said you copied from another blogger. Those are just my absolute heart stopping favorites. Seriously, you always look like a million bucks and that you thrift so much of your wardrobe continues to be such an inspiration! Big hug to you! ~Serene
All very cute! It's been a great year!
I loved this post Shey!! You have a beautiful style and I love all the outfits above. :)
Lovely! I am for sure not a 20ish blogger either. I love that green dress you tailored, I would buy it right off ya!
Marie @ Lemondrop ViNtAge
What a great year you've had! So many great outfits and refashionings... I can't decide which one is my favourite, I am torn between the 70s hippy look (so unexpected, but you totally rock it) and the classic look (it looks so polished and pretty). You have such an amazing selection of skirts, by the way!
Love all the colors in your outfits...they are really well put together :)
Annie
The Other Side of Gray
you had such a lovely, stylish and crafty year, here is to an even more fabulous 2012!
Chic on the Cheap
Hello! I just found your blog and I think it's AMAZING! The pics are great and I can see that You really like what you do here! I love people with great ideas, like you!
Your blog is inspiring! I will follow you!
xoxo
http://nikandpic.blogspot.com/
Thank you ladies, happy new year!
Waves!!! I'm so happy to hear from you, I've missed your blog, hope you start blogging again, you are missed. =)
Hi! I love seeing your fashion evolve from the beginning of this year to the present (Feb. outfit is SO CUTE!) You have so many inspirational posts that I have looked to, and you've inspired me to refashion, too (esp. since I got a sewing machine for my Christmas present!) So, I started my own blog as well, http://sewandsewlife.blogspot.com/
Please check it out if you have the time!
I love looking at the progression of style through photos- its sweet to see the peices that work so well for you, and how re-mixable they are. Its hard to pick a favorite, but I love the yellow silk skirt you made!
Wow, I loved this timeline of your style over the past year! You look amazing, and I loved how you're views of style has changed.
xo Emily
http://chicandcollegiate.blogspot.com
http://weartogogirls.tumblr.com
Beautiful style! Just saw your blog from When Life Hands you a Pear.
Pretty! Love all your outfits! I think my favorite two are the Feb. outfit and the last Nov. outfit! Especially love those! You are beautiful!
Wow, I'm in love. I haven't even gone pass the first page and I'm simply in love with your style. It's very modern vintage and I love it! :))
You are my style hero. :)
W. :)
Hello, I think I'm gonna add this post to my favorites, cause I likes it very much. purchase cialis
Speechelesss!!! I want to be like youuuu!!!
Your outfits are perfectly modest and ladylike. Can't wait to see how 2012 pans out!
-Tracy
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