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BLOGGER CHALLENGE: MAXI SKIRT

Six bloggers share their take on the maxi skirt trend!

By Jacque De Borja Apr 20, 2011
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Noelle Chantal
Blog: Noelle Chantal

What made try this trend?
I love wearing long dresses and maxi skirts, so wearing one is something that is not new to me. I like wearing pieces with movement. This specific maxi skirt is one of my favorites because of its unusual silk pleated texture and rich electric blue color.

How do you build your outfit around it?
Since the skirt is my major piece in this outfit, I decided to wear a simple top (its actually a swimsuit) and just layered some of my most treasured necklaces to give the whole outfit a lot of character. I wanted to create a look that is classy bohemian because I'll be wearing the outfit to the beach.

How do you style it to make the look your own?
Adding pieces that are really my kind of style, like these exotic layered necklaces from Egypt, Tibet and Palawan. Plus, I wore my all time favorite swimsuit as a top. I like to mix and match old and new pieces; it gives an outfit a story, creating a look that is you and original.

How do you balance your look to avoid making it look over-the-top?
Keeping the look simple, fresh yet stylish! Avoid wearing unnecessary pieces that will ruin the outfit and will make you just plain boring. Try to experiment and create a style that is out of the norm.

How do you accessorize the maxi skirt trend?
Wearing a piece with volume, like a maxi skirt is already the focal point in your outfit. Choose a top that's perfect for the maxi skirt and don't put on too many accessories.

Can you give tips on how to wear this trend?
Experiment with styling, add pieces that will make the outfit standout more and always keep the proportions right. After all, the maxi's volume and movement is already a showstopper!

How would you wear it during the day, night, to the beach, to a party, to work?
For day, I'd wear it with a cropped blue top and Doc Martens and leather backpack.
For the beach, I'd wear my tanga swimsuit as top and layer my favorite necklaces.
For night, I'd wear the maxi as a tube dress, gray suede heels and a fur clutch.

Noelle wore a swimsuit as a top, a vintage maxi skirt with sunnies from Japan and necklaces from Palawan, Tibet and Egypt.

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