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Today’s blazer from Wet Seal has an abundance of adorable details. Tiny pockets with ruffled tops, slight gathering on the shoulders, and little (false) button tabs on the cap sleeves. I also love that the neckline on this one is a bit more narrow than the typical blazer cut, creating a more vertical opening that is an interesting change of pace. There’s also a tiny v-shaped notch out of the back of the collar that I failed to photograph. The fabric is very soft, in a weave similar to denim but much finer and just a teeny tiny bit fuzzy.
This was actually the perfect fit for me with no alteration, which is always a delight!
The only down side of really long skirts is it’s harder to create a variety of looks when both shoes and hosiery are effectively hidden. I’ve worn this white skirt once before, ages ago. It’s so drastically different from anything else in my wardrobe, making it an extreme challenge for me. I couldn’t think of any other way to style this piece, until I thought to try it with a blazer. The white lace cami from Newport News tied it together nicely (this is the cami I have in five colors; you’ve also seen it in mauve and black so far).
I have one more idea for how to style this skirt, and then I will be tapped out. For now. 
I might need you guys to come to the rescue with another fashion brainstorming session soon!
It’s been a while since I’ve done a Day-to-Evening series. Check back tomorrow to see how I will re-style this outfit for a quick dinnertime transformation!
have you tried wearing the skirt with a longer tunic top/dress over it? Maybe with a belt? Or wearing the skirt as a dress with a jacket on top?
I feel exactly the same about long skirts.. I love to wear them but don't like having my hosiery hidden.. As usual, I love your look, it's brilliant. I'm not sure what else you can do because I usually wear mine with the black top and black shoes as well. And about the "don't wear white after labor day" rule.. it doesn't exist for me.. I love wearing my long white skirt at this time of the year. It contrasts so well with fall colors and gloomy, rainy days.. it's a pleasure to wear.
I love white. Both so basic and ethereal. I also love the way long skirts shown on websites of alt shops are sometimes made with ties on the inside, allowing for different looks by shortening the hemline in places. You might be able to rig it to do that, maybe using those bed sheet grippers/fasteners used to hold the corners down or even just pinning it (depending on the material). Also, with a loosely hanging skirt like this, maybe try layering with other long skirts, like they do at the Gypsy Moon website. These are a couple of things I've been wanting to try with my own long skirts, anyway.
This is a great outfit! I love the black & white contrast. Also, this looks absolutely georgeous with the blazer. I'd love to see more black & white outfits.
gorgeous skirt! ive worn some maxi skirts with short dresses over. that would probably work well as this skirt isnt too poufy in back.love the little pockets on the jacket!
What an lovely outfit. The blazer is so nice! The white matched with black is a perfect combination for you. Your cross necklace is so beautiful. It reminds me of my grandmothers cross she use to wear on special occations and is very old. Have a wonderful weekend!
Wow, I am so glad I posed this question for you guys about how to style this skirt. So many great suggestions! Now I'm really looking forward to getting a lot of wear out of it this winter.
Cody, "skirt as dress" was the one other idea I had for this one. But I do have the perfect tunic sweater now that you mention it! Thank you so much for the suggestions.Kamyria, thank you for the sweet comment!!! I just signed up to follow your blog. I hope you'll post photos of your white skirt to inspire me! 
Traicetrak, I love your description of white. 
And the idea of adding strips to shorten the skirt sounds lovely. Funny, you are the second person to mention Gypsy Moon to me this week. I will have to check their site out for sure!Le Professeur, the white skirt is a brave move for someone who's used to NOT having to check their bottom for dust, isn't it? Must be careful where I sit in this one. 
Sal, you got it! I've been getting more into B&W so I will do my best to accommodate your request. ;-DLiz, that is just brilliant! Thank you for the suggestion.linnea-maria, thanks! I am betting your grandmother's cross is much nicer – this one is plastic. But it looks nice from a bit of a distance. 
Le Professeur, I saw both of those posts and thank you both!! 
I hadn't had time to comment yet, but those made my day.
Funny enough .. I have an orchestra concert tonight (preforming as a cellist, of course) and the required attire is white top and black bottom. I'll look like a vampire aristocrat with what a new fancy white dress shirt ^_^I love this post, by the way.
My fuzzy hat (it's getting cold here in NYC) goes off to you, darling, for rocking white — a hue that wouldn't last one day in NYC!I really love the blazer+long skirt look because it reminds me of Victorian and Edwardian day suits. It's the "romantic tailoring" that cuts a beautiful line. That blazer is pure *LOVE*. The details on the pockets and sleeves are just lovely. I agree with Cody. I like the look of a long skirt paired with a long tunic. With the weather getting cold you can pair it with a tunic sweater — either pull over or cardigan — that you belt or sash. Very holidayesque.
And before I forget … I think you should take a look at Bane's blog (GIY: Goth it Yourself) and thishttp://gothicprofessor.blogspot.com/2011/10/gothic-blog-award.htmlThere's a surprise for you waiting at both blogs.
Love this outfit on you! So elegant!XO Carriewww.carriefabulous.com
Absolutely lovely. You look gorgeous!