This Dior campaign caught my eye…
It contains a brilliant mix of masculine and feminine components. The inspiration came from the escaramuza or Mexican cowgirls.
I’m often drawn to Victorian style which blends elements from both sexes seamlessly.
John Galiano took inspiration from vintage equestrian style for Dior as seen in the photo below in 2010.
I found this immaculately styled image below somewhere online and can no longer figure out where it came from. (Edit: Thanks to my wonderful readers it is from Ralph Lauren Fall 2012) It is one of my favourite examples of pattern and texture mixing layered up to perfection.
Tulle Skirt Dior Style
I knew for ages that I wanted to pair this button up gingham dress with a tulle skirt and have it peek out. That is one of the joys of owing a front button dress vest, skirt or dress, you can open it up and add layers to show off what’s underneath. The added layer makes the outfit warmer for winter.
Remember this great 40’s vintage jacket? It’s a keeper.
The tulle skirt is *almost* long enough to match the hem of the dress. Almost is good enough for me. Close only counts in horse shoes, hand grenades and tulle skirts. I’m pretty sure that’s how the expression goes.
You can’t really see it very well but I have on a black tie to complete the masculine/feminine dichotomy.
I’m very pleased with how this turned out. I have a floor length black velvet Victorian style fitted coat that would go over the whole ensemble beautifully. Shame I forgot to add it for the photos.
Are you ever inspired by ads or certain eras of clothing?
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I’m lost for words! What a wonderful mixture of pattern and texture. I’m loving the gingham dress worn over the tulle skirt, but the addition of the 1940s floral jacket makes it truly stunning. I’m so glad you decided to keep it. And oh, those lace-up boots! Swoon! You’ll have to wear it all again with the floor length Victorian style coat. I’d love to see that very much! xxx
Thank Ann : )
I need to bring that black velvet coat up from downstairs. I wasn’t 100% sure if I would keep it or sell it. That is why I forgot about taking a photo. Out of sight out of mind.
One of my favorite looks ever! The Victorian touches are divine (I love the BBC series about young Victoria, and her style). The floral vintage jacket is a treasure; I might wear it every day : >
Galliano’s design in the pic you featured is also perfection. All the elements sing together beautifully. xox
I haven’t seen that BBC series. I need to look for it. I adore period series or films.
The image you can’t place is Ralph Lauren. Think around 2011/2012. They did a big AW campaign that was all 1920s’ influenced but with motorcars etc. rather than girly. I am sure I still have the copy of Harper’s Bazaar it was in (I hoard fashion magazines…).
I absolutely love this stuff. I don’t really know why I don’t explore it more in my day to day style. I think maybe because I’m tall, I kind of worry about pulling off masculine a little too well?!
You look fabulous, I love that overskirt. Show us the coat another time!
xx
Thanks for letting me know Porcelina!
I think you would look positively brilliant wearing a tie with any of your outfits.
The boots! Swoon. I absolutely love that geometric skirt without the tulle underneath. It does things to my insides. Wonderful examples. Love them all. Doesn’t your waist look tiny!
That is the great thing about wearing really pouffy skirts, the waist looks very small in comparison ; P
Very nice! And in answer to your question, I’m frequently inspired by ads and styles of different eras. They present versions of femininity which I readily adopt since I can rarely create them myself.
I can’t wait to see the Marvellous Mrs. Maisel after everything you’ve said about it. I imagine I’ll love the costumes too.
Am I correct that this is the same gingham dress that you’ve already styled in 13 ways ; as evidenced by the “related” posts at the end of this one?
WOW !! I so admire the way you pay attention and that you’re always conjuring up fresh styling ideas! The imaginative artistry you apply to combining clothing pieces like a simple gingham dress in such unique ways is kind of thrilling! 🙂
I’ve been moved in this way by a movie, set in a particular era, but not as dramatically as you my friend!
Yes…the same dress Jude : )
I truly salivate when watching period pieces. People took more time to dress up before the 70’s.
Ooooh, this is very, very cool. I don’t think I’ve ever tried that, layering a skirt under an unbuttoned dress…but I think I have just the dress that could work for that.. I’ll have to think a little harder about the skirt, though. I love the look!
You could also simply layer it over any other skirt you own. I’ve wanted to do a double denim version of this for a while. Just need to find the right length of denim skirt for underneath.
Girl!! Did you just see Debbie’s post (FAshion Fairy dust)? She layered her tulle skirt too. I was commenting on how brilliant this is!!
Even though many of the runway looks seem a little out there, we can always get some inspiration from them.
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
I did see Debbie’s post after I’d blogged this. I like the colour contrast she had with hers.
SpyGirl located the source of the mystery image (thanks to Google Image search)
“Ralph Lauren – Runway – Fall 2012 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
NEW YORK, NY – FEBRUARY 16: A model walks the runway at the Ralph Lauren Fall 2012 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Skylight Soho on February 16, 2012 in New York City. (Photo by Randy Brooke/WireImage)”
https://www.gettyimages.dk/detail/news-photo/model-walks-the-runway-at-the-ralph-lauren-fall-2012-news-photo/139072656
I THOUGHT it was Ralph Lauren when I saw the pic.
LOVE how you styled your tulle — the whole dang look! Maybe a red necktie?
You are much more Google image search savvy than I my friend. Thank you! I found more inspiration through your link. I love the whole line.
I think you are right, a red necktie would have stood out better. I’m sure I can find one somewhere in my husband’s closet.
I have said to Mel that her acting in her tight pants episodes are worthy of an Oscar and I say to you the same about this outfit!!! What a cool combination. You have totally captured that Victorian vibe of masculine and feminine and you wear it so well!
Hugs,
Sherry
Thanks Sherry : )
I like the outfits you brought for reference here Suzanne but I love your outfit 1000 times more. That gingham skirt is stunning and styled so well with all the color and print-mixing on top. You look stunning!
This outfit would be perfect to link up with my new Monthly “Skirting the Rules” linkup the last Tuesday of each month (link below). Thanks and have a great week! Ada. =)
http://eleganceandmommyhood.blogspot.com/2019/01/a-bright-pink-floral-cardigan-and-red.html
Thanks Ada : )
Have a great week!
I love it. Love your styling of the gingham dress with the floral top and rule skirt. And you inspired me. But I am also disappointed I didn’t buy that red rule skirt. Would have been perfect with a black double breasted jacket.
The Ralph Lauren example is out of my comfort zone. As you know.
Greetje
I’m obsessed with that Ralph Lauren image. The funny thing is I created a similar version about 2 weeks ago without ever having seen the image. I will have photos coming soon to the blog.
We are often drawn to things simply to reaffirm our well ingrained preferences. Sometimes I think we do this to validate our choices. Maybe that is why I love the Ralph Lauren style so much. It mimics my own.
Tomorrow Kitty and I are going to photograph my imitation Dior outfit. By the way, I now know the price of that Dior jacket. My colleague looked it up, not me: € 2.400 hahaha.
Greetje
Can’t wait to see the outfit photographed for your blog! You always get such great photos. Maybe you can find some stables and some horses for the shots ; P
Pick up a few of those Dior jackets, they are such a steal! ; P
Oh yes, long black dramatic skirts, tailerd vests or corsets. Laced up boots and big hair! I wish I had a Victorian party to go to!
Wouldn’t that be a fun party to attend?
The tulle skirt is a winner! I love it with the gingham dress over it and how fabulous, too, is that chevron skirt with the beautiful 1940s jacket? Gorgeous! The jacket looks lovely with the tulle skirt too. What a fabulous find they both were. Love your flower attached to beret.
I really, really like the photo of the Dior campaign you featured. The others are brilliant too – the waists look impossibly tiny – now that’s real Victoriana!
Too true. It looks like I could close my hands around those super tiny waists. Personally, I need to leave some room for chocolate, muffins and general food, all of which would not fit into those waists.
Oh, but I do love this outfit you’ve put together Suzanne!
It’s interesting how fashions trends sneak into my consciousness. I’ve been feeling the call to have a trim, tailored blazer…or several…and the Dior pic just reinforces my desire. Actually, several of these photos have jackets that I covet.
Tulle peeking out from a gingham check is as fabulous as it is voluminous! I love the Dior inspiration!. One of the upsides of a hyper connected world is the inspiration that it affords us. Although you have plenty of creativity and inspiration yourself.
Well done.
❤️❤️❤️
Elle
https://theellediaries.com/
I love the look of a full floofy skirt worn with a fitted jacket. The gingham and floral print is an inspired mix.