Crop Top Obsession

Since I started this blog, I vouched to myself that I will keep an open mind about fashion. So far, so good. I have been actively seeking out new and timeless trends that I can incorporate into my wardrobe. One of them is the crop top trend. I know that it takes a lot of guts and body confidence to be able to pull off a crop top. Not to say that I have oozing body confidence but it is all about playing with your assets to make the whole outfit work. 

Top: SheInside / Pants: Jag Jeans / Necklace: Sheinside / Shoes: Mendrez (similar)

This red scalloped crop top is from Sheinside. When I saw this on the website, I was debating as to whether or not I should buy it. I was attracted to the color and the scalloped detailing on the hem but I was not sure if I can pull off the crop top look. But I took a leap of faith and decided to order the top. When I got the item, I heaved a sigh of relief because it wasn't too low (which I feared). The hem just hangs right around the navel, which was just what I wanted or could dare. It bared just enough tummy but never too much.

Would you dare to wear a crop top?

 

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I Heart Polka

Despite my love for polka, I do not own too many polka pieces in my closet. I can be very picky with the type of polka dots I wear or buy. White polka dots on black is my favorite, though. Hence, I was very excited to get my hands on this skirt from Dresslink. 

Top: Dresslink (c/o) / Skirt: Dresslink (c/o) / Watch: La Mer Collections / Sunnies: Sunnies Studios

The skirt is actually one half of a coordinated two-piece set. However, I preferred styling it with this red chiffon blouse from Dresslink. The resulting look is my kind of style. It is subtly feminine. I was tempted to wear it with a statement necklace but I opted out because I think the outfit did not need any of that. A pair of basic pumps completed the look. 

As much as I love the fit of the skirt, I was not too crazy about the fabric (same with the top). The fabric is very thin, almost see-through. At its price point though, it's hard to complain. 

How would you style this polka flared skirt?

 

eShakti Dress

Finding the perfect fit is the trickiest part about online shopping. Since I started buying clothes off the internet, it was initially a hit-and-miss scenario. Some fit perfectly while others are way off. And it is a big deal for someone like me who hates the extra work of going to the tailor to make adjustments to the fit. Aside from the added expense, I find it to be taxing work. 

Hence, I was super excited when a representative from eShakti reached out for a collaborative opportunity so I can sample a dress of my choice. This was not the first time that I have heard of eShakti - I've been reading a lot of excellent reviews about the website and it piqued my curiosity. Where else on the internet can you find a shop that customizes the clothing for you? It's like having your own personal tailor and removing the need for guesswork when shopping. 

The first step involves choosing a design and color that you want. Then, you will be asked to provide customization information that include the size, sleeve type, length of hem, among others. Hence, you literally have full control as to how you'd want the dress to look like rather than having to deal with what is offered to you at the shop.

I chose this red empire cut maxi dress. Since I am petite, I opted for the mid-calf length so that the dress would fall right around my ankle and would not be as long as most maxi dresses are. It turned out to be a good choice because the length is just what I wanted it to be. I also love that the back is garterized so that it will fit you nicely regardless of your size around the torso area. 

The only downside that I had experienced with this dress from eShakti is that it can be difficult to put on by yourself. There are also a couple of instances wherein the zipper (located on the side) got stuck as I was about to close the dress. Other than these minor issues, I was very pleased with the dress that I got and would not hesitate ordering again if they can maintain the same quality delivered with this dress.

Have you shopped from eShakti before? How was your experience?

PS: I also wore this same dress to a recent wedding I attended. Here are some photos from the event of me wearing the dress.

 

Disclaimer: I was provided a sample of the dress for review. However, the opinion expressed are completely my own.