Green Backless Halter Dress with Silver Heels to Attend a St. Patrick's Themed Wedding

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Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone! Here's what I wore to my uncle's slightly St. Patrick's Day themed wedding on Saturday. Most of the girls decided to wear green so I broke out this dark green halter dress from deep within my closet. It was my homecoming dress from junior year of high school. I'd really wanted a Marilyn Monroe style dress in green that year so Mom made this one for me. I'm happy it still fits! The only issue while wearing this dress is making sure I don't have a wardrobe malfunction. There's plenty of tape holding the fabric perfectly in place just in case!

dress: handmade by Mom | hair comb: sally's | heels: christian siriano - payless




I made sure to style the dress differently than back in high school. I went with silver pumps and a silver hair comb. I also had a dark purple cardigan in case I got cold but there aren't any pictures of that! This whole outfit just goes to show you should dig around in your closet for formal events. Not every one needs a new dress! If you still fit in it and it's a classic piece you can make it work.





I hope you guys are having a good Monday so far. This week is looking super busy for me. Grad school is the bane of my existence. I have about a billion things to do and comprehensive exams on Friday. I'm not at all prepared for them. There isn't enough time in the day. I honestly just need everyone to leave me alone for the week so I can study, but that's not going to happen. This year just needs to be over.  

If I'm absent this week and at various points in the upcoming month, just know it's because of school. I'll be back and consistent again when I get out of there. I'm desperately trying to find time to do my school work on top of my internship so blogging in between isn't easy. But anyway. Have a good week!

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Anonymous said…
This dress is priceless. Your mom is one hell of a seamstress!
3/17/2014 3:32 PM
Rachel said…
That dress is so lovely! The color is gorgeous!!
3/17/2014 5:42 PM
~ K said…
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3/17/2014 6:16 PM
~ K said…
Wow, handmade? it's absolutely stunning!!

You look perfect in this, it really suits you. Good job on the tape, that's a must. No one needs sneaky boob shots haha.

The little pop of silver and I think you're on to the perfect formal winner here!

Good luck with all the work, I completely understand the whole work/life/blogging balance!

~ K
3/17/2014 6:17 PM
Ali Hval said…
You focus on school, lady! It's much more important than blogging and (gasp) outfits. But really. Don't worry about us and good luck with the weeks/months ahead! YOU GOT THIS!
3/17/2014 8:04 PM
Anonymous said…
It's so gorgeous!!! You're so lucky to have your mom make that dress for you. And I love the color and how it goes perfectly with your hair!
3/17/2014 10:17 PM
Sara, Swing The Day Away said…
You look absolutely stunning! I love how your hair looks with that green. Very Little Mermaid. :) And I love that you paired it with the silver heels. It reminds me of Slytherin! haha. It's so amazing that your mom made that dress. What a talented lady! :)
3/17/2014 11:57 PM
Ashley said…
This color is amazing on you, and your mom deserves a "you go, girl" for making the dress! Great outfit!! :)
3/18/2014 12:36 AM
Anonymous said…
Just beautiful! You look like the embodiment of Ireland. :)
3/18/2014 1:05 AM
Keit said…
I was never prepared for my exams either, and look at meee, all happy and shining, and lazy as always :D Don't worry, you'll be fine, just don't panic!!!! :D
You look absolute magnificent in this dress. I love how the green makes a perfect contrast with your red hair! And the bare back is yum!
3/18/2014 4:29 AM
Imogen said…
Stunning dress. The colour is really gorgeous and it is perfect for you. Suits you 100%. I love the backless design. I really admire the silver shoes. I have been obsessed with my silver heels lately and been wearing them a lot. I had fun dressing up for st patricks day at work.
3/18/2014 5:23 AM
Midwest Muse said…
What a beautiful dress! Your mom seems so crafty and lovely. This color is great on you too and what a lovely thing to wear to a wedding!
3/18/2014 10:12 AM
OrigamiGirl said…
Your mum is seriously talented. It looks fantastic on you. Really lovely that it still works for you. My body shape is nothing like that of school - I was all thin and straight and now I have boobs and hips! No chance of reworking those clothes.
I am already impressed at the bare back in the snow. I am such a wimp at wearing anything less than jumpers + coat in the winter. :)
3/18/2014 11:50 AM
gabrielle said…
gorgeous -- the color, fit, everything! your mom should start her own fashion line!! hang in there with school! hope it gets better soon.

xo,
gabby
www.likealittlefox.blogspot.com
3/18/2014 5:47 PM
Unknown said…
Holy cow what an amazing dress! Your mom did good. Also I love your pixie, and good luck with school!

Rachel
3/18/2014 11:58 PM
Sonya Mann said…
Va va voom! Such a stunner, like Ginger Rogers :)
3/19/2014 12:49 PM
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