I wanted to share with you the DIY tulle skirt I made to wear for Thanksgiving dinner! (And got approximately 1 hour of use out of before changing into a more pumpkin pie-friendly velour track suit.)
I was inspired by to make this after seeing a beautiful Anthropologie tulle skirt here and an Etsy version here, and I'm happy to report that all it took was 17 yards of tulle and a handful of appropriately timed swear words, and I was able to craft a similar version at a fraction of the price.
I'm short on time now, but will put together a tutorial in the next day or two in case anyone is interested and feeling crafty. UPDATE - tutorial here.
I curled my hair by wrapping around the barrel of a curling iron, then pulled the top 9/10 of my hair halfway through a rubber band, loosened with my fingers and pinned in place to make this half updo.
Top: Express (old)
Belt: Kohl's (old)
Skirt: DIY
Have a wonderful week!
My goodness! Don't you look gorgeous??? Wow. Stunning.
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You look lovely!
ReplyDeleteThat outfit is stunning! Visiting from YOLO and I'm your newest follower! I'm doing a nationwide blogger search right now, and I'd really love it if you considered entering! Find out how to enter here!
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Bonnie that skirt is KILLER! You go girl... cannot wait to see the tutorial! :)
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I would have never, ever thought that something like this would be DIY-able. Love it!
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That skirt is amazing! Looks fantastic on you! Visiting from the YOLO link up party..
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Soo Cute! Cant wait to see the tutorial, this would be so fun for new years eve!
ReplyDeletebonnie! AHHHHHH!!!!! i am obsessed!!!! i wanna know how you made it!!!
ReplyDeleteWOW and más WOW :)
ReplyDeleteThat skirt is gorgeous! And I love how you did your hair!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning!!! Just gorgeous!
ReplyDeletexo Emily
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Love this skirt!!! YOu are so talented. I would pay to make me a skirt like this. I've seen a few on Pinterest and love them. You look stunning.
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This is SOOOO amazing, Bonnie. Love how elegant you look.
ReplyDeleteKeep an eye out on my blog later today. I'll be featuring this as one of the looks I love today.
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It looks sooo good Bonnie! I can't wait for the tutorial. I need to try this!
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The tulle is so gorgeous. I can't believe that you made this yourself! Looking forward to seeing the tutorial :-)
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Oh my goodness, how beautiful is this! The lace and tulle together is stunning. And the fact that skirt was a DIY project is even better. I've been thinking about making my own tulle skirt for a while now, and after seeing this, I think it's a must. Hope you enjoyed the holiday!
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Gorgeous outfit, Bonnie! I love the combo of black and pale pink together. Always classy and timeless.
ReplyDeleteIf you don't mind my asking, which camera do you use, and how do you make your photos look so nice and BIG on your posts? They always look great.
This is so AMAZING and gorgeous! I Can't believe this is DIY because it is just so PERFECT :) Gorgeous, I vote that you were best dressed for Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeletethis skirt is amazing and so feminine :)
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You are so pretty...what a stunning outfit!
ReplyDeletewow you look so fab! I wish I had somewhere to go all dressed up like this! xo
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Wow super pretty! Go you! Love it when you can find/make something for a fraction of the price of the real deal :)
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This outfit is gorgeous! Your skirt looks amazing. I've been hoping to do a DIY tulle skirt but haven't gotten around to it yet.
ReplyDeleteYOU MADE THAT?!?!?! OMG Bonnie! Its SO amazing...very Carrie Bradshaw! Can't wait to see the DIY.
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I LOVE this skirt!! You look amazing.
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning outfit! I was just talking to a friend about wanting a skirt like this. Can't wait for the tutorial.
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Super cute! Can't wait for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteLove this skirt!! You go! It turned out so chic. Thanks for sharing.
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I think all the trouble was worth it because that is a magnificent skirt.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, it looks amazing! Gorgeous look!
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Oh my gosh...I love it! Definitely put a tutorial up! I've been wanting a tulle skirt for a looooong time but I am not paying $100 for it! My mom sews so I'm trying to get her to make me one! haha...
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Oh my goodness, that skirt is gorgeous! I can't believe you made it! I'd definitely love to see a tutorial, but I'm not super crafty so I hope it's easy! You look stunning!
ReplyDeleteMaybe you should switch your Dr. Profession and become a designer Bonnie? Seriously this tull skirt looks like a $$$$$$$$$ Designer piece. Pairing with the laced shirt makes this whole look a perfect and elegant Bonnie outfit :-). Just so pretty, there are no words. Looking forward to your diy instructions :-)
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this look is stunning!! Can't wait for the tutorial!!
ReplyDeleteYou made that? Gorgeous!
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So pretty!! But dang, 17 yards of tulle? It looks amazing though. I can't wait to see the tutorial... and hopefully it involves some Jose Cuervo energy drink :)
ReplyDeleteI absolutely LOVE that skirt on you! I've been dying for a tulle skirt, and that one is SO pretty! Can't believe you made it...send some of those sewing skills my way please :)
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Great post! Love the skirt, I can't wait to make it
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Lauren, you'll have to let me know how it goes!
ReplyDeleteLOL - no "skills" were involved, I promise!
ReplyDeleteLOL - no, this one took a lot of coffee type energy drinks. ;) 17 yards sounds like a lot, but once it's gathered it's not too bad. I wouldn't have wanted any more layers though - once I started sewing the 5th and 6th on, it was getting a little unmanageable!
ReplyDeleteThank you Kacie!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Manuela! Let me know if you decide to try it out!
ReplyDeleteAw, thanks Ani!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Miranda!
ReplyDeleteI hear you - I just couldn't with that Anthro skirt, knowing that the fabric store down the street sells tulle for $1.50 a yard!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Emily!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Judy!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Krista!
ReplyDeleteThis is the most gorgeous look ever! I'm so in LOVE with that fabulous skirt!! This is one of my favourite all time looks of yours!
ReplyDeletexo Jenny
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This is GORGEOUS! I can't wait to try one of my own for the holidays :)
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Chels
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