
18 Jun Karina Dress Restyle, and Some Guitar
Hello Ladies
It is that time of year, where we can go and listen to summer concerts. I love sitting on the lawn and just kicking back with a bottle of wine, or other beverages, just enjoying an acousitc guitar player. This is my guitar from many years ago, a Taylor 412, when I went to teach in the South. I had just come out of college, and worked in an area with unfortunate conditions. I had to travel to two different schools, and was put in a trailer when the heat was above 90 and the air conditioners wouldn’t work. I had virtually no supplies, and we are talking instruments here!! I can remember the tambourine having a big, old, punched hole in it, and the marraccas missing their “shake” so to speak, no beads inside to make the sound. So, I bought this guitar and brought it to work in order to sing songs. Let’s just say it didn’t work out. However, I did teach at other schools where I enjoyed teaching music immensely and later decided to teach guitar in studio.
I thought I would “restyle” my Karina Dress in Blue Feathers in the Audrey style, by picking a color that would stand out with the print. I bought this pretty, green cardigan, added some newer rustish-tan colored floral sandals by Clarks, some blue hoop earrings, and an antique greenish-blue necklace. There are many ways to re-style this dress, this is just one way I worked with bringing out the colors in the dress, as their are some brownish tan swirls throughout as well. Hope you enjoyed!
Dress c/o Karina Dresses, Cardigan ( Loft, older), Shoes: Clarks Artisan Sandals, Earring hoops: Jewel Box ( older), Necklace ( 1928), clutch : Treesje Oceano Crossbody ( 2013 line)
Over on the side bar, I have 2 areas that you can click on for Karina Dresses, in which I make a small commision, if you are interested
Have a great day!!
Jess xo
Linking up with : The Pleated Poppy, Random Wednesdays, The Color Brigade
Dawn Lucy
Posted at 03:47h, 22 JuneGorgeous dress! And how cool that you play guitar! Beautiful look!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
fashionshouldbefun
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 11:00h, 22 JuneThanks so much Dawn! Yes, my major was jazz, I just need to get back into playing more. Glad you like the dress. jess xx
Ashley
Posted at 17:35h, 19 JuneSummer concerts in the park are one of my favorite things about summer! You look gorgeous in that dress – the colors are perfect on you!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 08:29h, 20 JuneThanks so much Ashley! Yes, we have another concert coming up as well. Thanks for the kind words about the dress. jess xx
Alex
Posted at 15:06h, 19 JuneBeautiful pattern on the dress and the colors go so well with your hair and skin.
Alex – Funky Jungle
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 16:21h, 19 JuneThanks so much! one of the reasons I picked this pattern, :-)) I appreciate you stopping by
Jess xx
Happiness at Mid Life
Posted at 14:42h, 19 JuneWe love summer concerts too – they are so relaxing. I really like how you buttoned up your pretty green cardigan to almost turn the dress into a skirt.
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 16:20h, 19 JuneThanks Alice! Yes, I think there are many ways to wear this dress, and I liked the color cardi. I appreciate your feedback, and thanks for coming by, jess xx
Crystal
Posted at 08:04h, 19 JuneJess, I love the styling you did on this! I just ordered that same fabric in the Megan, in hopes of wearing it to a summer wedding. (We have something else in common: red hair! Mine’s not as red as it once was, but I still count myself in the club.)
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 08:36h, 19 JuneI am sure it will look stunning on you! I loved the colors. I have only the Audrey thus far, as I am an “inverted triangle” slightly broader shoulders, and narrow everywhere else. The Megan I think was one I could wear…. I would love to see yours on! 🙂 Glad you like the styling, jess xx
Cyndi Spivey
Posted at 07:40h, 19 JuneI love that dress!! It looks so comfy! Perfect for a summer concert.
Blessings……
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 08:35h, 19 JuneThey are super comfy, which is a qualification of mine when picking out dresses, or clothes for that matter, the comfort factor! Thanks for stopping by! jess xx
Tara
Posted at 06:25h, 19 JuneSo cute, I love the print of your dress!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 08:34h, 19 JuneThank you Tara! The colors and print caught my eye as well. jess xx
Claire
Posted at 00:24h, 19 JuneSuch a pretty dress! 😉
God bless,
XO, Claire
http://www.littlemissfashionqueen.blogspot.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 08:33h, 19 JuneThank you, glad you like the dress, I do love the fabric from the Karina Dress, very soft, jess xx
Rachel Kaylynn
Posted at 22:08h, 18 JuneThe blue and green looks fabulous with your hair. Wine and some acoustic guitar sounds like perfect summer evening.
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 08:32h, 19 JuneYes, I enjoy just sitting outside listening to music. Thanks so much for the lovely compliment! Stop by again
Jess xx
weshopinheelss
Posted at 22:07h, 18 JuneYou look so cute with your guitar.
Thanks for stopping by the blog 🙂
Yalanda @ Laugh Anyway
Posted at 17:59h, 18 JuneWhat a pretty shade of green! And aren’t Clark’s the most comfy shoes?! I love them!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 18:03h, 18 JuneThank you so much! Yes, I have many pair of Clark’s Artisan line! Like stepping on pillow, and cute shoes too, jess
Rachelle
Posted at 17:10h, 18 JuneGorgeous! that dress fits you so well.
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 17:51h, 18 JuneThanks so much! Thanks for stopping by! jess xx
Lady of Style
Posted at 16:24h, 18 JuneYour hair is amazing indeed! The colours suit you so well and your dress and the cute cardigan are beautiful together, Jess.
Unfortunately I have no music talent at all… I admire your skills though!
Annette | Lady of Style
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 16:35h, 18 JuneThanks Annette!
Very fluffy with the hot rollers sometimes 🙂 Glad you like the additional style. I liked this color cardi ( from Ebay) and these rustish brown clarks are so comfy. thanks so much. I appreciate it about the music 🙂 Love jazz
xo jess
logancan
Posted at 14:16h, 18 JuneThat dress is so flattering. I love it!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 14:20h, 18 JuneThank you so much for stopping by and the lovley comment! jess
Jennie
Posted at 13:58h, 18 JuneVery pretty dress, Jess! The green and blue look just lovely together. Great photos with your guitar!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 14:00h, 18 JuneThank you Jennie! I stocked up on different colored cardigans and I loved this green. Have a great day, glad you liked my guitar! jess xx
Debbie Stinedurf
Posted at 12:54h, 18 JuneBlue/greens are definitely your color…you look gorgeous!
Debbie
http://www.fashionfairydust.blogspot.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 12:57h, 18 JuneThanks Deb!! xo jess
plutrell
Posted at 08:47h, 18 JuneA wonderful summer dress in colors which suit you perfectly…play on!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:50h, 18 JuneLove it Pam! I need to get back into playing, with my illness, I haven’t played in a few years. Glad you like the dress too! Have a great day!
xx jess
Suzanne Carillo
Posted at 08:37h, 18 JuneI do love the blue and green together. You hair looks gorgeous with those colours.
bisous
Suzanne
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:49h, 18 JuneThanks Suzanne! My hair was very full that day!
Have a great day, jess xo