Midi dresses are always so feminine and sophisticated. But because this one in particular is a tartan midi dress, I decided I’d style it differently this time around. How about a little grunge fashion thrown into the mix? The 90s kid in me approves. Nirvana approves as well. Smells like teen spirit? Heck yeah! But since I’m far from a teen (because I’m an Olay woman now–I’m not a girl, already a woman ang drama ko LOL), I didn’t go all out with the grunge vibe. No boots, no ripped or oversized denim, no overload of studs and leather. I chose to wear my midi dress the way a grown 25-year-old woman torn between grunge and sophistication would. I couldn’t resist not wearing this with a backpack though. Hey, grown women CAN wear backpacks you know! I needed an excuse to bring mine out for a spin. This backpack’s original straps were actually too short on me when I first tried it at Furla. But because I really liked it, the motto “if there’s a will, there’s a way” prevailed. The saleslady got me this chain from Anteprima that I connected to my bag’s original straps. Do you see the chain? It matches my bag so well you can hardly notice it’s not part of the original design. Yay! You should’ve seen me trying to solve this problem. My determination was admirable. LOL!
Hype this look on Lookbook.nu here.
Forever 21 beanie | SM Accessories ear cuff | SM Accessories silver necklace (top) | OMG Fashion midi dress | Ministry Of Retail belt | Furla backpack | Anteprima chain straps (attached to backpack) | Lanvin heels
I really love the 4th photo of you, Ms Camille! You were like popping out and said “Oh, hi there”. LOL.. I can totally accept this look.. it’s not too grudge because of the midi length.. it’s still has a feminine side of it.. I can totally imagine your determination on your bag.. Like Tim Gunn said: Make it work! =D
Thanks Christine! Yes! I really tried to make it work! Haha! Tim Gunn would be proud :)
just noticed that your past few post u wearing a midi skirt :) i think u r inlove to midi skirt :)))
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I’ve always been in love with midis :)
Sooo 90s!! Love this outfit so much <3
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Thank you Erikka!
ay! tagu-taguan ang peg! If I do that, you won’t see me unless I raise my hands! LOL :))) first time I saw that backpack, I usually see the handbag kind. love the belt and nice to see the Lanvin shoes again! :) the beanie is cute, too. I just don’t know if I can pull that off. this outfit is quite unique for me to see you wearing. hehe.
I’m sure you can pull it off! Beanies are so cute! :) This is the first backpack I saw na candy as well which is why I knew I had to have it! :)
Ate Camille! :”) I really love your blog! I wish you can also make a book like what ate Tricia did on her first book. :”) I wanna know a lot from you! Especially how you style and mixes your clothes :””) Sana nga po magkaroon ka ng book! I will surely buy it! :”)
Thanks Kiara! :) I don’t think I have anything new to share pa. If ever I write a book, I want it to be super worth it :) So maybe when I have more knowledge about a certain topic, I’ll do it! Hopefully, you’ll still support it by then! :)
kyaaahhhhhhhhh koreana lang ang peg ate camille??? hahah soo ganda
Thanks Daria! :)
o em gee how cute is that! i love how you wore that furla bag and yay it matched so well with the midi dress!! always love your style <3
Thank you Audrey!
I really love your photo at the top where your head seems to suddenly pop out of the bushes and your lips slightly parted. Can you make a blog post wherein you show how to wear a beanie in many ways? Hihihi. Thank you for the inspiration today, ate Camille. You’re so sophisticated as always. God bless you. Though I haven’t met you yet, I seem to have bond to you through reading your posts, I love you po. Hihihi. <3
I only wear my beanie this way though! :) You mean style it with different clothes? :) More to come! Thank you Mai! :)
YES! Probably in many types of clothing, because they’re not only for one certain type of clothing, right? :)
I love the 90’s vibe in this look! I don’t know why but this look reminds me of the vocalist from the band Garbage. Oh, and how did you attach the chains sa bag? It’s an awesome tip! :) More DIY’s perhaps?
Garbage! How old school! :) I just used it to connect the original straps :)
Flashback! This is not retro, not oldie, but a solid 90’s statement! What awesome finds, Miss Camille! :-)
This tartan dress is very energizing. It draws your gaze to the silhouette and fabric patterns. The length is so ladylike and your chosen accents of black in the form of your belt, beanie, and backpack (yay, alliteration!) Gives a youthful edge. I’m impressed with the effect of the chain you placed on the bag straps because the metallics are still feminine and not too chunky that it overshadows the design of the bag itself.
This backpack reminds me of the pretty satchels students use in European films. Like Emma Watson in “Ballet Shoes.”
I can totally see you strutting your stuff on England’s sidewalks in this outfit, Miss Camille! The classy way you put together streetwear pieces is incredible! :-)
I also thought your shoes were heeled brogues. I like how you chose to wear lace-up footwear to complete the 90’s vibe of your look. Also, where is this field of flowers you took your photos at? The change of scenery was a pleasant contrast to your urban ensemble.
I haven’t seen that film! Is it any good? :) I shot these photos at BGC still, just from a different angle. Thanks Angelic! I’d love to come up with an alliteration of my own but it’s already 12 am and my brain has gone ahead to bed haha!
I’ve only seen the screen caps of “Ballet Shoes”, but your backpack does match the satchels during that era. :-D
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Thanks Ollyvia! :)
so beautiful cams :)
Thanks Vina!
So jelly of your body! Aaaaah!!
Haha! Don’t be! :)
WOW! I have nothing but LOOOOVE for this outfit! Too perfect! Chic grunge! Can your Furla change into a handbag or backpack lang talaga sya? Super ganda! I love how the saleslady is so accommodating at talagang nag-suggest pa sya ng chains just to make a sale!
I guess it can because it has handles in front :) Yes, talagang she was determined to sell haha! And I’m determined to buy! :)
Love the combination of red plaid and a black beanie! Love this ate Camille. I totally love your style! Great post
xoxo Zoe
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Thanks Zoe!
Hi! If you would get the new starbucks planner? Which color would you choose? Yellow (goldish orange), brown (bronze/copper), magenta, or black? Thanks! More power xx
Maybe the brown or magenta one :)
Camille you are trully inspiring!
I never think that midi dress like this can be look chic either than formal look.
Must try to dress up with this inspiration someday ;)
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Thanks Wulan! :)
This is definitely one of my favorite looks of yours, Camille! I love when you mix sophistication and rebellion lol! <3
Thanks Shanik!
Such a fun dress – So bold and eye-catching, so fun! <3
Thanks Caity!
Nice one Cams! The chain doesn’t look like an “add-on”. I super agree. Hats off to that lovely sales lady and to your determination!
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Thanks Anne! She was determined to sell and I was determined to buy! Haha!
I’m not really that into the plaid fad but I love this outfit <3
Thank you Izzy!
Hi Camille,
I don’t why I laughed at your 4th photo? para kc dinikit lang ung ulo mo eh hahaha! Where is this in BGC? And can tartan dresses be worn in the office? I really love your Lanvin boots! It looks comfy? ;)
Version ko yan of “Where’s Wally” LOL! This dress can definitely be for the office! :) These shoes are comfy!
There was this kind of mix emotions that I felt the moment I saw this post. There was this rockish kind of girl hidden in that beanie and there is this feminine side hidden in that tartan dress. It is just like hitting two birds with one stone. The amazing result of 90’s and modern! ;)
I like these emotions! Thanks Ren!
love the dress…need to get me some plaid in my closet
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Grungy yet sophisticated. Wow! What an olay woman can do. Hehe.
Naks! Thanks Lourine!
Korean chic! So beautiful! :) BTW, where is this taken? Ang ganda po kasi ng place. :)
Thanks Maebs! Fort lang :)
You look super cool! I like the dress and the shoes!:) Kisses!
Thanks lilli!
Parang part lang talaga ng bag yong chain ah! Hahaha :) Nice! :)
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Thanks Ericka!
Is there a look you CAN’T pull off? This edgier style suits you :) I’m loving that backpack too!
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Thank you Kyle! :)
Love your outfit! The red really pops and I love it [:
Also, nice blog, I enjoyed reading through your posts and can’t wait to see more from you!
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Thank you Gloria!
Where is this? I love your outift! and what camera do you use? :)
Thanks Fatima! It’s just at Fort :) I used my usual Nikon D7000 :)
Love it! I have a question! If you could have the wardrobe of any celebrity or fashion icon, who would you choose? :)
Oh gosh this is so hard!!!!! I have to think about this. So many to choose from!!!!
I really love the way you carry any apparel.want to be like you.
Aww thanks Nela! :)
Such a beautiful dress Ms.Camille… I will never get bored wearing midi dresses haha I think it’s part of my everyday life, together with skirts, midi, maxi just don’t include the mini’s haha.. I love the styling Ms.Camille…I have a round skirt similar with the print of this dress…I haven’t wear it yet, now my mind was enlightened how can I rock it at the same time with sophistication..haha …..more power!
That’s cute! :) Thanks Marichelle!