I’m thinking I might need to leave my classroom and talk to adults once in awhile…
THE STORY
…I mentioned last Spring that my students never fail to find a reason to give someone a round of applause along with some hooting and hollering. Literally. Anyone who visits our room gets one. When one of my girls who has more difficulties than the others answers a question correctly she gets one. The principal brings them a treat; duh, of course she gets one. She had treats. I figured out how to change the ringtone on the classroom phone, I got one. Get the idea? It’s something they started doing last year, all on their own. They just like to see people smile.
Why do I need to get away from all of that sweetness? Really, I don’t. I mean who in their right mind would? But with that being said, last week at a faculty meeting one of my co-workers came up with a rather good idea and what did I do? Yep. You guessed it. I started clapping and makin’ some noise. Um ya, that really happened. After the initial split second of WTH looks, everyone started laughing. Fortunately enough of them have stopped by my class for one thing or another that they understood…and suggested that maybe I need some quality grown up time…
THE OUTFIT
Any of you who’ve been reading FFD for awhile can probably guess my favorite thing about this camel shirtdress from Shein. Yes, the color is delicious, but that’s not it. Nor is it the fact it’s so soft and lightweight. And it’s also not the fact that it will look outrageously cool over skinny jeans. It’s the pockets, people. Pockets; one of my most favorite things. I don’t store things in them I simply like to slouch around all day with my hands shoved in ’em. Ya, it’s super lady-like, but I can’t help myself.
Depending on your views on style, you may be asking yourself, “Are those ankle socks peeking out of those booties?” “Isn’t she like, 50 years old? And she’s wearing ankle socks?” Yes on all counts. And guess what? I like them, they make me happy, so I’m wearing them and that’s that. Also peeking out, is one of my lace skirt extenders. I so knew they would earn their keep, hence the reason I bought three different colors/styles. I like the way both the hint of lace and the edges of the socks add some texture to the otherwise blank canvas of the plain camel shirtdress.
THE TIP
Adding some texture (think lace, fringe, tweed, velvet, leather) to an outfit can add visual interest to an otherwise understated look.
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Dress: c/o Shein; Skirt extender: Sun, Sand and Stars (Similar); Booties: Aldo via Amazon (Similar)
Disclosure: Dress was provided c/o Shein. The opinions expressed herein are my own and not indicative of the opinions or positions of Shein.
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I love the peek of lace and ankle socks! Those booties are fab! Such a cute look!
Jill
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Thanks Jill! Have a great week!
You have some great upbeat and positive students. I also love the color and pockets of this dress. Dying over your boots and necklaces though, are they 2? The socks look great, who cares if you are fifty. So neat putting the lace extender underneath. May I ask where you purchased the lace extenders? And hey this outfit is Bohemian too.
My kids are pretty fabulous! The triangle necklace is one and the other two are actually connected. The extender I’m wearing is from Sun, Sand and Stars and I also linked to several others in my post on Monday, October 19th. They really are great…you should pick one up.
That’s such a cute story. I get it. And am reminded of a similar experience.
Two decades ago, my then-partner and I went out with another couple for dinner. The other couple had small children and were consumed by their child-raising. Just as we were leaving their house to go to the restaurant, the wife, completely innocently, said to us: “Does anyone need to use the potty before we go?” A second after she said it, she blushed furiously and tried to apologize, but we were laughing too hard to accept her apology.
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Lol! It’s funny how one aspect of your life creeps into the others without you even realizing it…
So true. Here’s an embarrassing story. I was once fighting with my first girlfriend and she was being obstinate. I said to her in my lawyerly-voice, “Will the witness answer the question!”
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I think your outfit (socks and all) is really adorable! Socks = comfort for me 🙂
Monica.
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Socks do make everything better…lol! I’ve only recently started making mine more visible and not a pants only thing.
Ha ha! I kind of wish people would do that all the time. Imagine how much better your day would be if people were clapping for you.
bisous
Suzanne
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It’s true! But my kids have started clapping for so many things I’ve had to tell them to save it for special times so that it doesn’t become meaningless…lol.
What a cute story, I would love to see your class. Lovely look Debbie.
Rachel xo
Thanks Rachel!
Texture! You are so right about that and it’s something I often neglect. Does jewelry count as texture?
Ankle socks - on you? Definite yes. You look fantastic.
Pockets - that was definitely my guess. I just have a vision of you using pockets to store your treasures. Having an almost five year old has reacquainted me with the quintessential delight of an acorn top or a sticker. The types of treasures that fit in pockets.
Aren’t pockets the best? Thanks for stopping by my beautiful friend!
Super cute look, Debbie! You look so stylish and chic … and fun too (which you know I love). Your class sounds like a blast and maybe I should start some clapping with my students!
Thanks so much for linking up with Fun Fashion Friday!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
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I love the chic-ness of the color camel! This shirt dress is fab on you - it complements your hair color really well!
xo,
Abby of Life in the Fash Lane
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Thanks Abby! Camel is such a great color. 🙂
You look so cute in this outfit! I love it… it’s exactly the kind of thing I’d love to wear! And naturally, I do love the addition of the denim jacket 🙂
Suzy x
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I’m pretty sure a denim jacket works with just about everything! 🙂
Nothing wrong with sporadic positivity! I’m glad you were able to get everyone laughing! We need more of that in the world!
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Yep, it’s always a good day if you can make someone laugh! 🙂