CHIFFON + ART

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Wearing: American Apparel Chiffon Top, DIY Skirt, Aldo Heels and Club Monaco Sunnies

Yesterday I woke up to a lovely surprise by fellower blogger & artist FAIIINT, aka Stephanie. She had a beautiful post about sharing the love and inspiration of other bloggers. I am honoured that she featured me on her blog, amongst other cool girls. Kind words. Check it out here

With that sense of sharing art and potential in mind, I decided to go shoot in this back alley. It has cool street art all over the walls. Support Art in any form, that's what I believe. I try to find inspiration everywhere; from high end streets to smelly back alleys like this.

 I was browsing through BlackSheep 's blog and I saw a cut off skirt she feautured. Since then, I have been looking around, trying to get my hands on one (it really speaks of my style and personality: minimalistic with some edge) but I couldn't find one anywhere...What is a girl to do? If you are anything like me, you won't rest until you have what you want. I went second hand shopping and found this white skirt for $6 bucks; a pair of scissors, some sewing, and voila my own budget version. I love it! I paired it with my latest purchase from American Apparel, their chiffon crop top.


Comments

  1. cyeoms20 August 2012 at 09:34

    you did it!! looks fantastic on your little legs! congrats on the feature it's nice to see other people appreciating your brilliance so i dont look like your number one stalker xx <3

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  2. Michela Mzn20 August 2012 at 11:01

    great diy skirt!
    My Daily Style

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  3. Mia20 August 2012 at 12:26

    amazing, love it!!

    www.diary-of-mia.blogspot.com

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  4. kathy20 August 2012 at 14:43

    Loving this look!
    That skirt is fab :)
    xxx

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  5. Anonymous20 August 2012 at 15:17

    cool top! perfect for late summer <3


    Hybid Hunter | Hybid Hunter

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  6. Anonymous20 August 2012 at 15:29

    stunning outfit. amazing skirt! want one <3

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  7. joanna roars20 August 2012 at 16:11

    i love such simplicity :)

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  8. MILEX20 August 2012 at 18:00

    wow, you are amazing! your style is totally in my taste and I have to be your new follower right now :)

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  9. Thrifted Shift20 August 2012 at 20:44

    I love how you're so willing to experiment! That's cool! And being recognized by other bloggers always feels so nice!

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  10. Selvaggia Capizzi20 August 2012 at 22:41

    Elissa congrats in the featu and I love your DIY skirt!
    Xx
    http://www.dontcallmefashionblogger.com/

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  11. thankfifi21 August 2012 at 01:19

    I love these skirts too but haven't really seen any to buy - good diy!
    ♥ ThankFifi
    Thanks so much for your sweet comment on my beach post :)

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  12. Isa Espín21 August 2012 at 01:31

    Thanm for you comment!!! Follow you of course!!!
    Kisses

    Www.tendenciavintage.blogspot.com

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  13. Simona21 August 2012 at 01:37

    So cool outfit!:)
    xx Simona

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  14. Keit21 August 2012 at 01:47

    Very interesting design of the skirt, very much like ^_^

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  15. Anonymous21 August 2012 at 03:04

    Thanks for your comment dear. Your blog is amazing u have perfect photos!
    Im now following u, so if u want follow me back ;)
    xx

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  16. Vera Cortez21 August 2012 at 03:08

    Thank you for the comment in my blog!!! Love your style, and that's I'm following blog on GFC and Bloglovin. I really hope you will follow my blog also.

    Kiss, Vera
    http://fashionmodeimages.blogspot.pt/

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  17. Anonymous21 August 2012 at 03:09

    Thank you for visiting my blog.
    I'm really in love with yours and your style is amazing! New follower now :)

    xx

    maribleu.blogspot.co.uk

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  18. Polly21 August 2012 at 03:58

    Love this skirt! And the shirt is so beautiful! Amazing outfit :)

    Kisses.

    www.pollysboudoir.blogspot.com

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  19. Street Fashion Paris21 August 2012 at 04:36

    Such a creative skirt!!! love it!!! xxx

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  20. Unknown21 August 2012 at 05:23

    I love your skirt!verry nice pictures!
    Thank you for the comment on my blog!X

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  21. Unknown21 August 2012 at 06:10

    LOVE the skirt! What an interesting piece... Can't wait to read more!

    xoxo
    http://sensiblestylista.blogspot.com/

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  22. iammademoiselle21 August 2012 at 06:12

    Gorgeous outfit!

    http://mademoiselleconomist.blogspot.com/

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  23. Lara Siles21 August 2012 at 09:30

    Lovely top Melissa. Looking great as usual. x

    the109block.blogspot.com

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  24. t21 August 2012 at 10:33

    Great skirt! Love the hem!


    http://initialed.blogspot.com

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  25. Jessica21 August 2012 at 11:44

    You look great. That hemline on your skirt is so interesting. And I absolutely adore your necklace.

    I'm having a giveaway on my blog. If you have time please stop by and enter. Sunny Days and Starry Nights

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  26. PalermoStreetstyle21 August 2012 at 12:27

    Hi dear, nice idea for the handamade skirt :)
    I love your outfits.
    follow each other?
    xoxoxo

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  27. Aleksandra21 August 2012 at 12:52

    Nice DIY !!!

    http://www.olastory.com//

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    1. melissa22 August 2012 at 01:27

      I know right first I saw the H&M version at blacksheep's blog then I saw your version. I had to make my own ;) Really love this concept of geometry and asymmetrical xx

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  28. Me, My fashion and I21 August 2012 at 13:31

    Nice pictures! I'm glad I'm following you, your pictures are such a great inspiration to me :)

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  29. Pins, Needles & Fashion21 August 2012 at 13:31

    I love the DIY skirt! the cut is perfect and I love the full white on white. You look great.

    www.pinsneedlesfashion.blogspot.com

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  30. Justyna21 August 2012 at 14:16

    i love your style ! :D i like your hair! good outfit!
    maybe we can follow eatch other? http://amazing-beauty-case.blogspot.com/

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  31. The Dragonfruit21 August 2012 at 14:26

    Congrats on getting featured! :)
    Love this cool cut skirt - it's so dramatic and different. Definitely inspiring!

    Enter to win a gift certificate to Rire Boutique!
    Trendy Teal

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  32. S21 August 2012 at 16:10

    So creative! I'm inspired to cut up one of my skirts now..

    steph / absolutely-fuzzy.com

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  33. Unknown21 August 2012 at 20:24

    Que linda, eu amei essas fotos.
    agoratopronta.blogspot.com.br
    Beijos Vanessa

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  34. joy21 August 2012 at 21:57

    The DIY skirt is so cool, I love it!

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  35. Jamie-Lee Burns21 August 2012 at 23:57

    You made that skirt? Impressive girl, I was thinking to myself where I can find one of those...

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  36. Rose Mode22 August 2012 at 07:59

    I say yes to this asymmetric skirt. I love.

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  37. Martyna B22 August 2012 at 08:30

    You look great in white!Love this outfit especially the shirt : )
    kisses

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  38. Pretty in Pink22 August 2012 at 09:53

    So beautiful in white Melissa :):) I love the awkward skirt, its so cute :):)

    Kiss*

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  39. Evandro Pezzi22 August 2012 at 10:18

    Lovely Melissa. Looking great as usual.
    i love your style!

    nandapezzi.blogspot.com

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  40. FAIIINT22 August 2012 at 10:58

    Aw, thanks for the mention Melissa! I'm glad you loved the post, it's nice to spread a little good karma! :)
    Totally agree with you about finding inspiration everywhere & I love this grungy little alley, perfect contrast to your super minimal outfit! You look amazing as usual & I love that such a quick & simple DIY has totally transformed the skirt into something much edgier!

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  41. Josine Luxanette22 August 2012 at 12:15

    Absolutely love the skirt and necklace doll!*
    Such a modern combination!*

    xXx

    luxachic.com

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  42. Veronica Delarge22 August 2012 at 12:30

    Hello :) The skirt is such a great idea! And I love all your post. I am following you now via GFC and bloglovin. Can you do the same dear?

    xLOVEx http://veronicadelarge.blogspot.sk/

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  43. Constance22 August 2012 at 12:42

    So cool!

    www.constance-victoria.blogspot.com

    x

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  44. Femke.22 August 2012 at 13:01

    loove the skirt,
    so cool!

    xofemke.
    www.myfashion-expression.blogspot.com

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  45. Gaby de Modacapital22 August 2012 at 13:49

    great minimalistic outfit! Love the skirt! :)
    kisses

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  46. Lau Figueiredo22 August 2012 at 15:36

    Love the outfit! I knew it would be so your style that skirt! If you can't find it, you can always make it, and it looks great! :)

    Lau

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  47. Maria Bastida22 August 2012 at 17:56

    asymmetric and monochromic, JUST PERFECT!!! :)

    http://thegoldenpaillettes.blogspot.com/

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  48. J.22 August 2012 at 20:31

    Beautiful! I love a chic DIY...

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  49. Unknown22 August 2012 at 20:56

    love this look! that skirt is so cool, and that necklace is sick

    xo SideSmile,
    Ashley

    SideSmile Style Blog

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  50. The Chic Sheet22 August 2012 at 22:06

    Great DIY project... and Stephanie is such a doll isn't she? :)



    XX,
    Miranda

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  51. Yuka23 August 2012 at 00:05

    such a great job on this diy! love what youve paired it with!

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  52. wantataste23 August 2012 at 03:36

    Simple outfits are the best :)

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  53. mio23 August 2012 at 05:06

    love how you transform the skirt!!! ALWAYS FAB!!!!
    a kiss, THESPARKLINGCINNAMON <3

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  54. Unknown23 August 2012 at 06:28

    Thanks for the sweet comment on my blog! Your so pretty! I am now following! If you'd like follow back!

    xo
    Melissa
    http://sweetstylesbymelissa.blogspot.com

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  55. Inés23 August 2012 at 08:52

    Love it!!!!!
    Kisses
    Inés
    http://enisdaba.blogspot.com

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  56. Inês de Castro23 August 2012 at 08:54

    I love the blouse :)

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  57. Pao23 August 2012 at 09:35

    Love it, the diy skirt is perfection!
    Im following your blog :)

    HippieChicPao

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  58. Anonymous23 August 2012 at 10:33

    that skirt is divine. love it :)

    You have such a lovely blog! What do you think of following each other?

    WhiteCloset Fashion Blog
    Twitter
    Facebook

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  59. Unknown23 August 2012 at 13:46

    Like it, great outfit!
    <3

    http://littlemissbirdy.blogspot.com.es/

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  60. Ashley23 August 2012 at 18:38

    That skirt is so fantastic. You look stunning! xx

    http://www.twentiesgirlstyle.com/

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  61. Beth23 August 2012 at 22:00

    Love the asymmetrical skirt! So cool! Great blog btw! I am following you now, hope you can follow back~ :)
    -Tammy
    http://silksatinlace.blogspot.com/

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  62. Ahoyy24 August 2012 at 02:05

    no words... just wow!!

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  63. Carolyne O'24 August 2012 at 03:16

    You are so stylish and beautiful! <3
    You have a very inspiring blog, would like to follow each other?
    Xoxoxo

    Carolina

    www.the-world-c.blogspot.com

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  64. Bonnie24 August 2012 at 07:06

    I love using graffiti in the background of my pictures. I think it adds a totally cool element.

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  65. Always Maylee24 August 2012 at 08:37

    Such a cool skirt! You look amazing.

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  66. Ana Miguel24 August 2012 at 08:42

    og, what you a model melissa? btw, i love your blog and your style, im following, and i would love if you follow me back :)
    with love, annie

    http://naclassygal.blogspot.pt/

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  67. Allison24 August 2012 at 14:32

    Love the DIY skirt!
    :)
    Allison
    A's Fashion Files
    Shop Kawaii Kitsch by A on Etsy!
    Win a $50 Giftcard from Mont Affair!

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  68. SHOP STYLE CONQUER24 August 2012 at 17:25

    wow AMAZING outfit!! love it! the all white is super chic!

    x

    ♥ Ellen
    SHOPSTYLECONQUER.COM

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  69. Elly24 August 2012 at 20:21

    WOW I am in love with your style! You always look stunning! Great blog, following!

    http://flyelephantfly.blogspot.com/

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  70. ellakii sedgwick26 August 2012 at 15:15

    my dear you look stunning this outfit look great on you, love all the white outfit,
    all your outfits are amazing!!
    kisses my dear,
    http://littlefashionwhitelies.blogspot.gr/

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  71. Anonymous26 August 2012 at 19:50

    simple the best :)

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  72. Caro *27 August 2012 at 06:07

    Beautiful outfit, your skirt is amazing :)

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  73. Unknown27 August 2012 at 18:24

    Very beautiful!
    Do not use white because I'm too fat, but I think when I see someone wearing gorgeous. It is very chik!
    Thank you for visiting my blog.
    You draw there, then enjoy participating.
    I'm following her.
    xx
    www.jornalistadesaia.com

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  74. Jelena Zivanovic29 August 2012 at 07:02

    White looks fantastic on you! Great pumps!
    Happy Wednesday! xoxo
    Jelena

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  75. Grace Howard2 September 2012 at 12:46

    You look great. Your skirt is amazing! Great DIY.
    G xo
    http://bonjourgrace.com

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  76. Ilona de Vries7 September 2012 at 02:31

    beautiful outfit!

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  77. Unknown19 September 2012 at 13:30

    Thank you ! :) I follow you, your blog is cool. :)

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