Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Williams

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Good Morning readers, I decided to be bold and out try out this pencil skirt and cropped top trend that Abbey of District Dress Up recommended to me.  You all know I love a good cropped top and maxi skirt combo, but I’ve never tried it with a fitted bottom before.  I was hesitant at first because I felt a little too sexy, but then I realized there is no shame in a tasteful eye-catching look.  I’m not gonna lie though… my grandmother does read my blog each morning and this look probably won’t be her favorite, but I know deep down she’s thinking, “Well, I wish I could still wear something like that.” So ladies, I urge to step out of your comfort zone and try something fun and sexy.  Yes, I said it, sexy.  Rock those slightly scandalous outfits while you still can! Let’s bring sexy back!  Just remember to keep your looks somewhat modest to avoid attracting the wrong the kind of attention.

Tips for looking sexy without getting out of control:

1) Choose a bold colored handbag or statement necklace to keep the focus on your accessories.

2) If you’re wearing a fitted pencil skirt with a cropped top like I did, make sure that the length of skirt reaches at least to your knees if not longer. Also, do not wear any low cut tops if you’re showing your midriff. You don’t want to show too much skin.

3) If you’re not a fan of showing a lot of skin, you can still try this look by wearing a sleeveless fitted top that you can tuck into the skirt.  You can also switch the pieces up.  You can wear the solid color on bottom and a print on top.  I definitely recommend incorporating a print or bright color so that people will immediately be drawn to the fun pattern of the outfit instead of your body.

4) Lastly, if you’re thicker on the bottom and don’t feel comfortable in a pencil skirt, trying wearing a flared out A-line skirt with a cropped top. It’s still just as fun and sexy!  Well, maybe a little more fun than sexy, but it’s still a fabulous look!

P.S. I’m so excited for tonight’s event with Pret-a-Porter and Reagan Charleston Design at the L’auberge in Baton Rouge.  Krystal of A Pinch of Lovely and I will be co-hosting the event. Speaking of the Pret-a-Porter, the winner of the show ticket and linen dress giveaway has already been notified by email.

P.P.S. Just two more hours to enter the giveaway! Enter here–> Reagan Charleston Design Giveaway