The Impossible, Yet Perfect Leather Dress

by jennine on June 5, 2008

I have a knack for buying things out of season.

Swimsuits in December, boots in August, necessity has little to do with what I tend to covet. Last Saturday I found the perfect leather dress at the flea market. It is just gorgeous, with the zip sleeves that also roll up. I’ve never seen anything like it. Because the lining was so damaged, (Rocky) was able to haggle them down to a VERY reasonable price. I then took it to the tailor to get the lining replaced. All in all, the dress was still under $75 which for a leather dress is super cheap.

I know, I know, it’s the beginning of summer, but when I see something good, I snag it, if I don’t, well… come autumn and winter, I’ll be kicking myself.

Dress: Vintage
Shoes: Marc Jacobs
Bracelets: Marc Jacobs and H&M
Umbrella: Rocy’s Mom’s…

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{ 18 comments }

tricia of bitsandbobbins.com June 5, 2008 at 8:14 am: a most incredible dress, so full of possibilities for styling, really. DO NOT sell that thing, ever, ever!
jennine June 5, 2008 at 8:15 am: thank you tricia!
no… rest assured…
this one is not for sale
Poochie June 5, 2008 at 8:31 am: Super cute and stylish!

Did you get a haircut too? Looks cute as well.

Luv
Poochie
jennine June 5, 2008 at 8:32 am: oh no… today i actually used a brush when i blow dried it.
susie_bubble June 5, 2008 at 8:46 am: Wow…that is amazing!
patti June 5, 2008 at 9:47 am: I love that it is white (or off white?) and the shape is so cool!
Susiii June 5, 2008 at 10:10 am: GOSH! AWESOME! And GREAT HAIR!
Aidan June 5, 2008 at 11:22 am: Your hair is looking fabulous!!! That German climate is really bringing out the best in it. Missing you!
Anna June 5, 2008 at 4:12 pm: you look stunning, love the dress! i think you look a bit like a brunette version of roisin murphy.
WendyB June 5, 2008 at 4:31 pm: Your hair looks awesome!Love the dress, of course.
Cammila June 5, 2008 at 4:34 pm: My heavens — that is truly inspiring.

Also, your hair looks so chic!
thealchemist June 5, 2008 at 5:40 pm: i have to get on the white leather dress love train. that is one amazing find! love, it. you are looking happy and stylish what a combination.
Sandra Mendoza-Daly June 5, 2008 at 6:16 pm: Cool dress, but loving the hair even more!
joanne June 5, 2008 at 7:35 pm: you look gorgeous, and the dress is a fantastic find!!
Marie June 5, 2008 at 8:23 pm: That dress is exquisite! Who’s the maker?
Mer June 6, 2008 at 2:43 am: You look STUNNING!!! BRAVO!
jennine June 6, 2008 at 4:17 am: gosh, thank you for all the lovely comments!
marie… i think the tag was sewn to the lining, the tailor just gave me the care instructions… so i’m afraid, i don’t know.
letitia June 6, 2008 at 6:26 pm: you look so impossibly chic…love your hair..