The thing about this particular style is that it really shortens the torso even more than a traditional high-waist skirt. In order to look the most flattering, the paper bag skirt has to have the waistband at the natural waist and therefore the ruffled top of the "bag" is even higher than the natural waist. It really only works with a really fitted top and a short hemline. I am not entirely convinced that this is a look that will work for me, but since I'm only out $12, I'm not going to lose any sleep over it. If you, however, are interested in trying your own paper bag skirt look, here are a few that I think are pretty cute:
Frank Perry High Waisted Paper Bag Skirt, 6pm, $50.00
Shoshanna Teal Ikat Paper Bag Skirt, Bluefly, $171
Dash to Class Skirt, Modcloth, $54.99
Leifsdottir Brown Silk-Linen Paper Bag Skirt, Bluefly, $94.00
What's your take on this trend? Do you love it? Hate it? Don't understand it? Leave a comment and tell me what you think! My coworkers seemed to really like my yellow version of the trend, but what do you think?
1 comment:
I actually really like the skirt--it's cute and definitely not the "usual" from Renee.
Now, don't hate me for saying this, but I really don't like it paired with the blouse you are wearing. I'm not sure if the ruffle with the paper bag top is just too busy for me, or if it's that the white just doesn't work with the yellow, IMO. But to me, you look a little like a waitress at a Bavarian restaurant, like you should be carrying a couple beer steins and a plate of brats. :-) (Of course, you'd have to get rid of the fabulous boots and put on some sensible shoes if you were waiting tables!)
I do think the turquoise in your glasses looks smashing with the yellow, so maybe something in that color family would work. I'm thinking a stretch jersey, maybe even a turtle neck, which would be appropriate for the cooler months ahead. Just my two cents. :-D
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