Have you ever fallen in love with something against your better judgement? I mean, you know it’s straining the bounds of good taste well beyond the breaking point, but for some reason you love it anyway?
That’s how I feel about this crazy graphic tee that I found shopping with my husband last weekend. The shirt says things like “strike a pose” and “fashion blogger” and “red high heels” …. my inner 9 year old was squealing with delight! Hubby was just shaking his head.
I read somewhere that hipsters wear normcore clothes ironically. Can I wear this tee ironically? How does one go about wearing something ironically? Is it all in the facial expression? Like this …
Or this ….
???
Outfit Details and Shopping Ideas
Top – Love J (Ross)
Distressed jeans and tank – Old Navy
(Style tip: if you love a crop top but don’t want to overexpose your midriff, a tank underneath is always a good idea.)
Rebecca Minkoff Mab Tote
Earrings – Trina Turk via Rocksbox
(Special offer: one free month of Rocksbox with the code “fashionshouldbefunoxox”)
Cage/gladiator sandals – Steve Madden
I have no excuse for my crazy self this week …
but don’t I look happy?!
My very favorite July 4th looks from last week’s linky are …
Alice of Happiness at Midlife
Heather of Forage Fashion
Rachel of Rachel Lately
These dolls are celebrating the holiday in style!
Now my dear fashionistas, link up, link back, and have fun!
As always, thanks so much for making Fun Fashion Friday fabulously fun & fashionable!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
Linking up: Sincerely Jenna Marie! Fun Summer Finds! Charming Friday! Passion 4 Fashion! Friday Favorites! Welcome to the Weekend! Posh Prime!
Linking up: Sincerely Jenna Marie! Fun Summer Finds! Charming Friday! Passion 4 Fashion! Friday Favorites! Welcome to the Weekend! Posh Prime!
66 Comments
I love your top! It's fun and quirky, which I always love. Your poses are just perfect too! Have a great weekend!
-Katie
Aww thanks Katie dear! OXOX
Oh, I adore this shirt, Dawn! And, you look super-cute in it, too! Loving the red, white & blue inspirations so much–always fave combo of mine. Alice's blog is one I enjoy reading frequently. Thank you for hosting another wonderful link up. xx T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com
Thanks so much, Tina! OXOX
I think the top is perfect and so fun with those gorgeous heels!! And what a nice surprise to see me featured with these stylish ladies – thank you for the shoutout!
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Would love for you to stop by & join TBT Fashion link up.
Truly loved this look , Alice! 🙂
Your top is so cute! It is pretty funny that it has rockstuds! I am guilty of wearing them too. LOL. Love all your poses and expressions!
xoxo
Cathy
http://www.bayareafashionista.com
Hey, I'd wear a pair of rock studs in a heartbeat! Thanks, Cathy! 🙂
I happen to love this top!! Of course you should have it and wear it any way you want…it has shoes on it…enough said!! jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
ps…thanks for hosting the link-up….I finally got brave enough to do them!
So happy to have you on board, Jodie! 🙂
What a cute top! The print is super fun. Love those heels too!
https://forsevenseasons.wordpress.com
Thanks Dear! 🙂
That shirt is super duper fun and I love it and it really seems to fit your fun and active personality which you share through all the fun poses you strike up in your photos!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Hee hee … thanks, Carrie! 🙂
That is a very fun tee, and yes you do look super happy, it's nice to see! 🙂
Thank you for the link up.
Away From The Blue
Thanks Mica! 🙂
Brilliant! I love dressing with irony… I used to have a t-shirt with the text 'I ❤️ shopping', and I loved it. But then there are always people who don't get irony, and it was so tedious when they wanted me to apologise for my 'shallow consumerism'… But I still think something fun like this top is worth the joy it gives you (the world is full of idiots, sorry, I meant 'intellectually challenged' and we can't cure them all…), so go girl!
Hee … love the support Tiina! OXOX Thanks!
I love your tee, how cute and cool! That bag is gorgeous!
Thanks for hosting Dawn!
Rachel xo
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Garay Treasures
Thanks Dear! 🙂
Super fun tee and totally suits you!! Another great look, enjoy your weekend and thanks for hosting Dawn Lucy!:)
Marta
http://www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com
Thanks Marta! 🙂
Dawn, I think you''re rockin it…too many years around teenagers, hahaha! Just a reminder about #funsummerfinds!
Shellie
http://www.thefabjourney.com
OMG … that's so true … many years with teens make it hard to grow up! 😉 LOL
That top is so fun! Unique too 🙂 I love your bag as well!
~~Megan~~
http://www.poshprime.com
It IS fun! Hee! Thanks Megan! 🙂
Great find! I love it!
Thanks! 🙂
You were having so much fun with this top, love it.
http://stylediarybyosy.blogspot.com/
I am having fun! Thanks! 🙂
I love that tee-shirt – so fun!
Thanks, Pam! 🙂
Ha! This is a fun top : )
bisous
Suzanne
Hee … thanks, dear! 🙂
On the contrary, you make it look so fab and fun! Have a great weekend!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
Thanks Rebecca! 🙂
Lovely top and you rock girl! Thanks for hosting.
Merci
http://chic-on-thrift.blogspot.com/2015/07/egyptian-wax-cotton.html
Aww thanks so much, Merci! 🙂
You are so funny. And your blog posts always make me smile. I just love that you really do have fun with fashion! Happy Friday and have a great weekend!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Hee … I really do, Amy! 😀 thanks so much!! OXOX
Your smile and fun poses show how much you like the t shirt and are having fun wearing it and sometimes that's all you need, you look fab!
Nora
http://www.jacketsociety.com
Love that tee! So beautifully (and ironically) worn.
Hee … thanks!! 🙂
so casual and fun!
thank you for hosting the link up!
Irene
http://www.thedailylace.com
Thanks Irene! 🙂
That top is darling and so fun! You look fabulous!
Jill
http://www.dousedinpink.com
Thanks Jill! 🙂
I love that you have so much fun with fashion! Great tee! Thanks for the link up and be sure to link up with Charming Friday today! Susan
I really do! Thanks Dear!
Love how you styled that awesome tee!
Thanks Dear! 🙂
Such a fun shirt and photos!
Thanks Amy! 🙂
Thanks for the feature Dawn Lucy! What a nice surprise!
Thanks for having this AWESOME link-up!
Heather Wyancko
http://ForageFashion.com
I don't think I could have resisted this "fashion blogger" graphic tee either, dearest Dawn!! 😀 And layering it over that red tank is a smart way to make the cropped silhouette completely street-worthy…two thumbs up from me for sure!! XOXO
http://www.StyleIsMyPudding.blogspot.com
You look fabulous and look like you are having so much fun! Such a fun top. 🙂
http://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Of course you have the poses NAILED .. I would just look foolish! Love the t- and I think the messages and pics on it are so cute!
Happy Weekend!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
That top is so fun! I love how it has prints of fashion items on it, such a cute idea! Love how you styled it!
Denise | Fashion Love Letters
Sometimes good taste has to be thrown out to be replaced with some serious fun! The poses are hilarious and wonderful; utterlly befitting the mood of the whole outfit. You totally own it.
http://petitesilvervixen.blogspot.co.uk/
I think the tee is fun 🙂 Not sure about wearing ironically either. It's one of those phrases that can easily tossed around, meaning everything and nothing. Maybe it is that you know others would "judge" but you are wearing it anyway. Or because you are poking fun of yourself. Buh?
Thanks for hosting the link-up & have a great weekend!
Alex – Funky Jungle
That's such a fun top and so appropriate for a blog post. You always put a smile on my face with your fun poses. Have a great weekend!
Love the top Dawn…I would totally wear it! And those sandals along with your attitude are perfect with it. 🙂
Debbie
http://www.fashionfairydust.com
amazing post! Your shirt is so fab!
xoxo,
Tara Belle
Northern Lights – Southern Belles
you go girl! fashion should also be about feeling. if you feel happy and confident with what you're wearing who cares if people say its tacky!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
I love your photographs — so much fun! — and who knows what you're supposed to look like while wearing something ironically. I think you just have to look really cool and indifferent, and if someone asks about your top (or any random question), make sure to point out that you're being ironic. Just in case.
Anett | Tall Girl's Fashion
I am completely with you on this one – fabulous and fun graphic tee! What do husbands know about fashion, anyway? You styled it marvelously! Thanks for linking up with Charming Friday – hope to see you back tomorrow!