Monday, May 21, 2018

How To Wear A Floral Midi Skirt

I wore this outfit to the Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Garden in Columbia South Carolina .  When I did a travel post on our visit, so many of you  commented on the outfit I thought I should do a separate fashion post on it.

When I heard my husband was taking me to a botanical garden, I wanted to wear something pretty because I knew he'd be taking a lot of pictures.  But I had a bit of a dilemma, because I also knew we'd be walking a lot that day, and it would be hot, so I had to wear something that was comfortable.  I decided on this midi skirt because it has an elastic waist (Elastic in the back. The front of the skirt is a band.)  and a sleeveless top.  Footwear was the real challenge.  Of course a killer pair of heels would have looked the best, but I knew I'd be walking for miles so I chose a sporty rose gold sandal by Adrienne Vittadini (DSW).


For sun protection, I wore a black straw hat.  I carried a large straw handbag to hold all my essentials for the day (like the water bottle you can see poking out in almost all the pictures!   haha! )


The skirt is longer in the back than it is front;  a detail I love.  Would you believe I found this skirt on a clearance rack at Charlotte Russe for only $4.99 last March?  Yea, I couldn't believe it either.  At that price, I didn't even bother to try it on in the store.  And when I got home and slipped it on, I couldn't believe how perfect it was, nor did I understand why no one else scooped it up.


The purple top I purchased last year from JCPenney.  It has a key hole opening in the back with a lace inlet panel and a narrow ruffle.

I have shown this top to you twice before HERE and HERE, and would you believe I wore this top to another zoo?  haha!  Too funny.  It must be the top perfect for wearing to zoos!








I was the only person at the zoo dressed like this, and I seemed to get a lot of attention for it.  But I also got a lot of compliments and one woman even wanted to know where I got my shoes!  I think this outfit is a great example of how you can dress up and look really nice, and still be comfortable.  It just requires a bit of thinking and a great pair of shoes!

Have a Great Day!  Amy

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34 comments:

  1. Andrea NineMay 21, 2018 at 5:55 AM

    Beautiful!! LOVE the color mix and great photo spot!

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  2. Natalia LialinaMay 21, 2018 at 9:18 AM

    Beautiful outfit! The colors, shapes, and details are perfect!

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  3. EllibelleMay 21, 2018 at 10:30 AM

    Beautiful outfit Amy, perfect for a warm spring day! Comfortable shoes are always my no. priority when walking a lot and these sandals look perfect and comfortable.

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    1. Amy JohnsonMay 21, 2018 at 5:56 PM

      Thanks Ellie! They are! I'm so happy I invested in these!

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  4. notdeadyetstyleMay 21, 2018 at 10:37 AM

    Lovely look, and the setting is beautiful! Thanks for linking up, xo

    -Patti
    http://notdeadyetstyle.com

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  5. Oh to Be a MuseMay 21, 2018 at 11:03 AM

    You made a great choice with the rose gold sandals. And I love how the top brings out the purple hues in the midi skirt.

    www.ohtobeamuse.com

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  6. Jodie's Touch of StyleMay 21, 2018 at 11:07 AM

    I think you are exactly right!! It's so wonderful to take a little effort and dress up, even for the casual days!! And these bright colors are perfect!!
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. Amy JohnsonMay 21, 2018 at 5:57 PM

      Thanks Jodie! I only wish more people would dress up so I wouldn't always feel like the odd ball! :)

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  7. lee taylorMay 21, 2018 at 1:05 PM

    Beautiful midi skirt!
    Lee | LegalLee Blonde

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  8. NotJessFashionMay 21, 2018 at 11:30 PM

    That's such a sweet chic look you have there dear! Cute skirt, and even cuter color on your top!

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

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  9. passion fruit, paws and peoniesMay 22, 2018 at 7:34 AM

    Great place to capture photos! Love your floral skirt, it's lovely and flowy xx

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    1. Amy JohnsonMay 24, 2018 at 5:15 PM

      Thank you! It was a fashion bloggers dream photo shoot location! Impossible to take a bad picture!

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  10. awhiteMay 22, 2018 at 10:12 AM

    I love the mustard with that purple blouse- picks up the colors in the floral perfectly!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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    1. Amy JohnsonMay 24, 2018 at 5:16 PM

      Thanks Ashley! I tried a white top with it at first, which worked, but the purple one hit it out of the ballpark for me.

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  11. Midnight CowgirlMay 22, 2018 at 5:14 PM

    That midi skirt is so pretty!

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  12. RuthMay 23, 2018 at 3:39 PM

    This is such a pretty outfit. I love the bright fun colors and that skirt is so pretty. Definitely an easy one to wear!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

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  13. UnknownMay 24, 2018 at 8:22 AM

    I love the bold bright yellow of this skirt!!

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  14. Jessica JannengaMay 25, 2018 at 12:07 PM

    Thats a steal! I love the high low hem myself, and the colors look bright and lovely on you Amy!
    thanks for linking!
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedsandstylish.com

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    1. Amy JohnsonMay 26, 2018 at 3:21 PM

      Thanks Jess! It was a steal! I could not believe someone else didn't snatch it up before me.

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  15. Nancy 's Fashion StyleMay 25, 2018 at 4:29 PM

    Fantastic outfit!

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  16. mummabstylishMay 29, 2018 at 3:56 PM

    Fantastic skirt and vibrant top - I'm a fan of both colours! Thanks for joining me on #chicandstylish #linkup. Jacqui Mummabstylish

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  17. Chanda TerryMay 30, 2018 at 11:34 AM

    That purple is oh, so pretty Amy - Perfect for your trip to the Botanical Garden!! I absolutely adore it!

    Thank you for linking up with me last week!
    xx, Chanda | latest post: MOMMY + ME + LINK UP

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