Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Thrifty & Chic: Striped Skirt

This post is brought to you by DownEast Basics.

DownEast Basics sent me some cute new clothes to review this week. I didn’t think they would show up as fast as they did, but sure enough, I was able to sport my new skirt and fancy bracelet at church last Sunday. I think I looked pretty snazzy.

Outfit details:

Top: Ann Taylor Loft
Necklace: Forever 21
Bracelet: DownEast Basics
Skirt: DownEast Basics
Shoes: Sesto Meucci, thrifted

I’ve got two words for this outfit: nautical & patriotic. I’m not sure it’s possible to wear true blue and white without pairing it with another primary color. Are you the same way? I have a pair of gold heels that I think would go marvelously with this skirt. I may just have to wear this skirt two Sundays in a row. Gasp!

Here’s what I love about this skirt: it’s form-fitting in all the right places, the waist is high, the skirt is straight, it’s fully lined, and it shows just a little leg. I’m not sure it’ll be a summer staple because I’m notoriously terrible with anything white, but this will be in pretty quick rotation guaranteed.

Posted in sponsored, style Tags: chic, discount, giveaway, review, style, style, thrifty

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jodi

I love the Crystal Clear Skirt! Such a fun neutral for summer.

Christine

I love their boutique bag! So cute!

Madeline

The “He Loves Me” dress…super cute!

Ivana | Love Ardently

It’s so HARD to pick a favorite out of this lovely shop! I really, really like Sunday’s Best Dress (so romantic!) and He Loves Me dress (super cute!).

Erica

I absolutely love the mediterranean swimsuit!!

EMily G

I think I’m head over heels for the bracelet featured in your post although the silver beaded cuff comes in a close second!

alexismaia

Where to start? All the clothes are so cute and affordable (I was surprised by the prices!). I love to wear skirts and have my eye on the Spring Scene and Breathtaking Beauty Skirt. Love the Silver Braided bracelet (or cuff for that matter.) The Sexy Surplus bag is kinda fun, I could see myself pairing that with a little dressier top and some nice dark skinny jeans. Hi-lo. Thanks for the opportunity!

jessica

I really, really, really want the Not a Cloud in the Sky dress…man, I do. I ordered two skirts on sale and with your free shipping coupon only spent $17! Awesome.

Bri

I’m desperately in need of the Sausalito Swimsuit for my post-baby body!!

Jamie S

I love the Fresh Flowers Maxi dress

leni

um, i seriously want that entire outfit! i also love the yellow and white “All Hands On Deck Skirt”.

Erin

So many to choose from, but I think I would get the most wear out of the Cabana Maxi Skirt in white. A great summer must have to dress up or down.

Melissa

I love the Romantic Rope Tote. Cute products, I’ve never heard of the store before!!!

kelsie rae

pretty sure half of my sunday clothes are from downeast!!!!! i just love their dresses! just a couple of weeks ago i got the cabana maxi skirt in grey.

but i’m lacking in the skirts department so i’d choose the Breathtaking Beauty Skirt. mmmmmm i love it!

Madeline @ uberchicforcheap

I love that skirt! That would definitely be my choice (though I am not sure if I like yellow or navy better). I also really like their Fancy Tee.

PS – Love the nautical / patriotic look you have going! Super cute!

Sarah M.

I am loving this website :)
I can’t wait to order some of these things. My favorite right now is the yellow beaded necklace :)

Marissa

I love the Sailor Knot red bag!

Shauna

I just bought their Riviera swimsuit in taffy pinstripe!! But I would LOVE that skirt, maybe in yellow!

Katie H

I would love the Not A Cloud In The Sky Dress! So pretty, fresh, & sunny – just what I need as I make it through these first few sick weeks of pregnancy!

Amy

I think my favorite is the yellow beaded necklace. But it’s so difficult to choose – I also really like the Not A Cloud in The Sky dress.

I like the lots of dots skirt

Dyan

All Hands On Deck Skirt is my favorite. It is such a classic piece. I feel like I could wear the skirt for years! Thanks for the giveaway.

Katie

It’s hard to choose just one. I really like the spring scarf cardigan with the razzleberry skirt. So cute!

becca

I think I’m in love with the falling star skirt!

Kendall

I love the “He Loves Me” dress. Everything they have is so lovely!

joy

I love the lots of dots skirt! So fun and springy! I’ve had their half sleeve top on my wishlist forever though.

Alice

I love the Crystal Clear Skirt! So cute!!

Marianne Firth

I adore the Oceanfront dress in Navy. Wouldn’t the Sailor Knot purse in red would be so gorgeous with it?

stephanie

i love the lots of dots skirt.

and your blog. woot woot.

christina

I’ll take the tu-to cute bag. So cute.

Carolyne

I am in love with the Not A Cloud In The Sky Dress. Oh dear but then I like the He Loves Me Dress and the Sunday Best Dress. Too difficult to choose,

Sarah

I love the Mini-Flower & Bead Necklace! It would be perfect with jeans or a dress this summer.

Heather C.

Everything is so great, it’s so hard to choose just one thing that I love. I really like the First In Line top – so cute. I need to take lots of time to look at every single thing they have.

Miriam

Down East Basics has been my go-to place for a couple years now. They’ve got a sophisticated casual feel like jcrew, but are very reasonably priced.
I’m really loving the the platinum jean. Looks classy yet youthful.
But I also love the made in the shade dress (LOVE the purply color), and the breathtaking beauty skirt.

Erin

That skirt is SO cute! I love the top too!
I have my eye on the kalediscope top and the Petit Linen dress.

Deanna

So hard. Down East is one of my all time fave stores. Ironically I live “down east” and there isn’t one here :( I love the lots of dots skirt.

Trudy

I like the Malibu Swim Skirt!

Britta

I miss this store! I love the garden glam skirt.

Amanda

I love the gray short sleeved cardigan. Such a great layering essential

Emily

I don’t know how to choose! Love the polka dot skirt and the sexy hobo bag. And I’m bookmarking this website!

jlyn

ooo…so hard to choose! i’m a big fan of the “hot to trot skirt”–it looks like just the perfect length for a jean skirt :)

Charlotte

I love all the tees, especially the ones with lace on the bottom.

Julia

The Zipper Edge Flower Bag is super hot. I need a diaper bag that is bigger and chic.

P.S. You’re hot.

catherine s.

So many favs, but I would pick the Tuxedo Top in Windchime…love those ruffles and love the neutral – I’d wear it with everything!

Thx for the chance to win!!!

jenn king

love the outfit you put together…really want that skirt now!

becca

Pretty crazy about the Paisley Hobo Tote. Oh my awesome bohemian cuteness.

Margie Visnick

I love the Awesome Blossom and Summer Storm dresses!

Lillian

I love the spring scarf cardigan!

Emily Huber

I love the Miss Slim Skinny Crop. Thanks!

Megan Taylor

I can’t resist a tote bag… the Romantic Rope Tote is my fav! It would def. fit my enormous planner that I carry everywhere.

Nora

I LOVE their accessories! I would choose the tutu cute bag! Love the ruffles!

Amanda

It is so hard to pick only one! Swimsuits, Skirts, handbags, dresses, and MORE!!
Mediterranean swim, please……. oh, or the Boutique bag….
Thanks for the chance to win :)

kelly o

I really like the “not a cloud in the sky” dress. It’s got such a pretty color to it!

Julie R

love the Sunday Best or Oceanfront Dresses…after having baby #3 this summer, i’d love some dresses that would flow and hide my tummy. :)

Katie

Tough choice, but I’m thinking the Breathtaking Beauty Skirt would be quite nice!

Daniela

I loved all of their dresses. The skirts are all great, and look like they are appropriate length, which is really important to me. I loved the polka dot skirt (it was light blue).

Nancy Randle

I LOVE the Not a Cloud in the Sky dress. It is beautiful. The color, waistline… so pretty.

Jenn

Only one?? I think I will be making a stop into the DownEast Home store in Idaho Falls this weekend and snagging some goodies. This store has come such a long way from basic camis and tees (which are awesome).
If I had to chose just ONE thing to win, it would be the Real Romance Bag. Too cute and something I could/use wear everyday :)

Katie

LOVE Down East and I am love with your outfit!! I want the skirt and the bracelet…now to find the perfect shirt!

Jessica

I love the He Loves Me dress and the Spring A Ding Ding Skirt, both are adorable!

Megan

I love the all hands on deck skirt in yellow!

Emily

I love the “Not a Cloud in the Sky” dress. Coverage is perfect, mid-knee length and a pleasant scoop neck which doesn’t reveal any cleavage. I also love the color and the white trim!

Amy P.

I love the “Fab Flower Hobo”. So cute and feminine!!!

Liz Day

A new dress would be wonderful! I’m always coveting stuff of their site. Here’s for hopin’!

Marci J

I love love love the summer storm dress! Beautiful! Fingers crossed!

Teri

The Lots of dots skirt and I need a yellow necklace!

Keeping my fingers crossed. Thanks for the giveaway!

Kathleen

I love that outfit on you…you always pull together such cool stuff.

I have my eye on the Lots of Dots skirt!

Amy O.

I love the Spring Scarf Cardigan. It looks perfect to put on over any tank top for extra coverage and a frilly feminine look!

Dani

Oh my! The bracelet in your post or the Salor Knot bag.. I JUST CANT CHOOSE!!

Lacretia

I LOVE the Breathtaking Beauty skirt! A pop of color in just the right pattern! I’m in love with florals right now! Thanks for hosting this!

gina

I would love the Awesome Blossom Dress!

Sheryl

I just LOOOVE the Cupid Cardigan!

Denise

I love the Platinum Jeans, they are so cute. Dark Denim makes me happy.

Catherine T

I’m quite fond of the Pearl & Flower Necklace. It’s very Great Gatsby-esque.

Heather HS

Love the “Not a Cloud in the Sky” dress!

Lisa

I like their suits! (of the swim variety)

Dana R

Definitely the He Loves Me dress. So pretty!

Amy

I love the Ocean Front Dress! It looks so comfy!

rebecca

i really love the panther cuff! what an affordable website and great giveaway! thanks!

brandi g

i think the longitude cardigan is exactly what i’ve been looking for! i keep saying i need a great white sweater and the beautiful wooden buttons and gathering on the sleeves make it adorable.

Megan Dunford

I saw the Mellow Yellow Union Square top in the store a little while ago and loved it, but haven’t made it back to buy it yet. :) I love how flowy and comfy it looks – but if I wore it, I would still look put together. Love shirts like that.

Bren

I’m loving the Outside the Box Top in lilac ash!

Brittany

LOVE the Le Petit linen dress! I really want something from Down East to wear on my hot date with my hubby to celebrate our 5 amazing years!

Lisa

Their designs are great! I love the Summer Storm Dress!

tawnya

I LOVE their maxi skirts…

Liz

The Summer Storm Dress is super cute!

Emily H.

I love the Free Form Skirt. So bright and cheery!

lise

I’m not generally a skirt-wearing person, but I’m loving the Spring A Ding Ding Skirt.

shawn

that falling star skirt has patch pockets! swoon! nothing’s better than being able to go out dressed cutely without having to carry a bag.

Dejah

I want the Razzleberry skirt; so pretty.

Carrie

I live in WA and absolutely love the Downeast Line! My favorite item would have to be the Riviera Tank in the swimsuits. Okay so I ordered it and it was defective but amazingly I still loved it! The problem is currently being addressed. But seriously ladies this swim top is the best ever!!! If you’ve had babies and nursed them you can imagine what happens to the “ladies” (TMI?). This top totally makes you feel adorable!

Katy

So hard to pick my favorite!!! I love the Longitude Cardigan and the Crystal Clear Skirt…ok and the Tulle Flower and Beads Necklace!!! I love everything!!

Ruth

I love the Fab Flower Hobo! So cute & slightly sassy for my new motherhood adventures beginning in July.

shopfreak

Loving the rasta ruffle dress..

Jessica

I love the cupid cardigan! I love how it is light and fluid for summer, and can be paired with a long sleeve undershirt for winter!

FaithJ

I’ll take the Razzleberry skirt, please! Good luck everyone!

Patti

I am loving the Sailor Knot bag. Also, I really need a red purse!

Chrissee

I absolutely love the “Hello Dottie Skirt”! I love the colors and pattern. What a great summer skirt!

Hannah

I love the Fab Flower Hobo bag! I usually don’t go for such a bright bag but it is just so cute :)

Renee Bouchard

I am in love with the “Not a cloud in the sky” dress. Love it!

becky

the water color top is great! love the colors!

gwen

LOVE the mediterranean tank swim top.
la-la-loooooooooove. so cute.

Angie

I love the kaleidoscope top!

Nikki

I like the Le Petit Linen Dress! You look great Melissa!

marissa

the “he loves me” dress is so pretty!

Amber

I like the oceanfront dress!

Shaela

I love Downeast!! And I am coveting the Not a Cloud in the Sky dress… so pretty and light for spring!

Ronda

I really like the Romantic Rope Tote. I love Downeast! I love the skirts that they have.

Anne

Wow, Downeast has so many more things to love than tees and camis! I love the Still Life skirt. Cute pattern, awesome colors, high-waisted and it has pockets. What more could you ask for? (P.S. I like your blog. I’ve been following you for a little bit and you’ve given me ideas!)

Rebekah

I love the Breathtaking Beauty Skirt! And I love your outfit!

Anna

I’m loving the Lots of Dots Skirt! Too cute!

Reez

I love the May Day skirt with the foldover waist band – might have to take advantage of the free shipping and get that one!

Kathryn C

I’m loving the Pearl and Flower necklace- and wow such great prices!! How’s the quality?
Thanks!

Liz

I love the Oceanfront dress. So beachy and comfy-looking!

sherry

OOHH -the not a cloud in the sky dress would be perfect for a wedding I’m attending!

LOVE IT! Thanks for a great giveaway!

Jen

I love the Kaleidoscope Top in the black and white print!

Michelle

I love all of their dresses – Not a Cloud in the Sky is my favorite.

Stephanie

I was partial to the summer storm dress

Alyse

I love the short sleve cardigan in gray! Super cute and simple, yet will go with anything!!! I will keep my fingers crossed! Thanks!

Hailee

I love EVERYTHING from Down East!!!! They rock! Their swimsuits are fantastic and they are comfortable too! The cami’s are great too. And don’t get me started on the skirts!!! I only wish there was a store closer to home. :(

Melanie

I’m loving the razzleberry skirt and the made in the shade dress.

Amanda

Too much awesome to choose just one! But alas… I’ll have to commit… I LOVE the skirt you chose – so All Hand’s on Deck it is for me!

Tamara

I just bought their Fresh Flowers maxi dress in black and LOVE it! It looks equally fantastic with flip flops at the park or heels, belt and accessories for church or going out. And so comfortable and flattering. I just saw some new additions- the Not a Cloud in the Sky dress might need to be coming here too! Thanks for the giveaway!

Alisa: a pina colada

I love their jeans, the green and blue swim suit. The long skirt… I basically love everything!

christina

i have been DYING over the grey cupid cardigan since it first came out. it’s the perfect thing to put over a t-shirt in the summer to spice up an outfit.

(fingers crossed!)

Jan

I like the May Flower Dress :) I really like the long dresses but the ones I’ve seen have tube tops or something so I wouldn’t be able to wear them without a t-shirt (that’s sweltering and sometimes funny looking). This dress solves that problem :)

Thanks!

I hope I win, I hope I win, I hope I win, I hope I win…..

Amy

I love the Key Lime skirt, so cute!

Dana Beth

the kaliadascope top – is so freaking cute!!

Skye

I would love to win the Turquoise & Crystal Ring. (http://www.downeastbasics.com/turquoiseandcrystalring.aspx) It would really complement a white coral and turquoise necklace I’m wearing to my graduation this coming Saturday! I’ve been looking for another piece to wear with it that won’t compete with it, but will round out the color palette. This would be great.

In other news, the coupon code doesn’t appear to be working anymore. :(

Kalleen

I love everything, it’s so overwhelming to pick one thing. I especially love all the dresses. I think sunshine and rainbows is my favorite.
kalleenk(at)hotmail.com

Jenn

Um, hello beautiful jewelry! Just in time for mother’s day. The dog ring is calling my name.

Autumn

I love their dresses! I really want the Sunshine & Rainbows dress, or the Ruffled Around the Edges Dress…hope those are in soooon.

Kathy R

I had never heard of Downeast Basics before, what a great line. I like the Stroke of Art skirt the most I think. May have to place an order with your free shipping code before the end of the month. Thanks for the giveaway.

Tiffany

Thank you for introducing me to their site, they have many nice things. I really like the All Hands on Deck skirt along with many other items. Thanks for the chance.

Sarah

I clicked the link, saw the homepage and was immediately taken with the bodega bikini bottoms and the sailor button details paired with the oceanside tank. Classic, simple and well edited details are much appreciated. I wish the suit came in more colors!

Diana

I’m really fond of the “Breathtaking Beauty” skirt.

Michele Ondra

I just love DownEast Basics. I am in love with all of their dresses. I really LOVE the Sunshine and Rainbows dress. I NEED it! oh, I really like the Crochet Cardigan too.

Amber

I love the TuTu Cute Bag. Feminine and so unique.

Lauren

I love the blue petal skirt!! AND the braided necklace that you have. AND the Sausalito Halter.

Christy

I want that necklace you wore in the taped piece! Gorgeous!

Emily

Love the Hello Dottie skirt. Might get it!

Christina

Your outfit is gorgeous. I def love the red shoes with it!!! I am in love with the summer storm dress…

Elizabeth

I love everything from DownEast Basics! Right now I’m loving the Breathtaking Beauty skirt, but really, everything they have is fabulous!

Valerie

Loving the graceful drifts top!

Kristen

He Loves Me dress, Le Petit Linen dress, most of the “tops”, pearl and stone necklace. How great is this site?!

Nancy

The May Flower dress is so fun. I’m digging the long long dresses.

Naomi

I love the May Flowers dress but I’m not sure I could pull off the maxi length. So I would pick the May Day skirt!

Mandi C

I want the All Hands on Deck skirt real bad!

Lyndsay

Love the made in the shade dress, so cute!

Tabitha Pacheco

tried the free shipping code today, and it still works! Yeah!

Kat Belnap

I think the Sun Forever dress is adorable!

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