stealing granny’s style

pleated garter-waist dress – thrifted | crocheted cardigan – thrifted | studded white belt – primal rave wholesale | zebra-printed bow tie flats – sm department store | chunky necklace – downtown find | rings: turquoise – bangkok find & winged pinky ring – downtown find | bowler hat – sm department store | studded bucket bag – sm department store

i have always had this affinity for granny clothes especially those that come with a gartered waist and electric pleats. i always get overly excited when i see electric pleats and the science behind creating those stunning folds never ceases to amaze me. so when i saw this dress at PHP 50.00 ($1.20), i was immensely elated and couldn’t believe what a steal it was. the dress is pleated, polka dotted and has scalloped sleeves — just my cup of tea.Β 
wearing granny clothes can easily lean both ways, looking juvenile like a 13-year old girl or looking well, like a grandma. so i had my dad cut 2 inches off the hem to make the dress more modern. the only regret? he cut it too short because i measured it too short — i was bending when i made the cutting mark! LOL. so to style a granny dress more youthfully, i layered on a chunky necklace and studded belt, added gazillions of bangles and a pair of chunky rings to create that extra jingle, topped the outfit with a bowler hat and let my hair down. voila! juvenile and granny no more. what do you guys think? would you wear granny clothes?

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39 Comments

  1. chicfaced says:

    super cute hat and i loooove those rings! xoxo, laura

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  2. Liezyl Gomez says:

    bongga ang rings! love the dress!

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  3. You look gorgeous, love the dress and belt.

    xox

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  4. ghoent says:

    bet ko din ang granny clothes/style! i have a lot of polkadots, knits, and crochets in my not too large closet. medyo consciously inuupdate ko na nga eh para may variety naman, haha! =P

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  5. Chyrel Gomez says:

    love electric pleats and the rings!! XD

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  6. Yolandaas says:

    Thanks for your comment .. your outfit is great πŸ™‚

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  7. Love your outfit and photos! looks like its from a catalogue or magazine!

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  8. especially from the vintage things is the comfy clothes and beautiful! hehe
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  9. Jing says:

    you look cute in that outfit,G!the color of your lipstick caught my attention. love the color.unsa na na color,G? you're like a model in the magazine in the 1st and 2nd photos. nice! πŸ˜€

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  10. Peiyinn says:

    Nice dress! Amazing accessories. πŸ™‚

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  11. I love granny outfits! πŸ™‚ They're a big comeback! πŸ˜€

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  12. That necklace is awesome!!! great piece of jewelry πŸ˜‰

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  13. OMG! i just founf your blog and love itttt..
    You are so gorgeous! <3

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  14. bloggerley says:

    the rings are absolutely amazing!!

    xo kimberley
    http://www.kimberleyschouten.com

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  15. alison*elle says:

    That would be one very chic granny if you looked like you πŸ™‚ I'm in LOVE with all the jewelry, especially that amazing winged pinky ring.

    xo, alison*elle

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  16. Bonnie says:

    Your accessories are straight up pimpin' gangsta. The rings are fierce!

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    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  17. love the hat! and that dress was a great steal!! Beautiful

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  18. titaz says:

    me likey your rings and necklace πŸ™‚

    Hello from Indonesia,
    Titaz
    http://www.stylieandfoodie.blogspot.com

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  19. Yes, I'd totally wear granny clothes! Great dress, and your winged ring is just amazing!

    Nix

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  20. cherie says:

    i love the granny clothes trend and you nailed it! totally love how you styled the dress, you look adorable πŸ™‚

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  21. Sasha says:

    Aren't you just adorable?! πŸ™‚ Such a cute hat! πŸ™‚

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  23. You look so beautiful, such a cute combination.
    You look really happy.

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  24. Abi says:

    nice accessories!
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  25. Sweet says:

    I am loving the accessories especially the ring my dear…. I miss reading your posts….

    It has been a while indeed…

    Kisses
    Sweet
    PensandLens
    @mistytewest

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  26. bloo. says:

    you look so pretty ;-))

    x
    bloo.

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  27. Angela says:

    Wow! Super look! Bravo!

    Angela Donava
    http://doigt.net

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  28. Yolandaas says:

    Aww thank you!! And I know.. that's exactly what my broken ones are like.. x

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  29. Wida says:

    Wow, your necklace is so unique! Jealous! But yeah, the vintage-inspired dresses I choose are apparently “granny-style” to my fiancΓ©, so I guess I would wear that!

    Wida
    Missing Amsie Blog

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  30. sigh says:

    yes, i would wear granny dresses.

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    thanks! more power

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  31. yes to granny clothes!!! lalo na if they're 50php lang! haha:)

    xx
    heyrocketgirl

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  32. i loooove it! help me find the perfect granny dress, gizelle! let me know when you're going thrift shopping again, pakuyuga ko! πŸ˜€

    toni perfumed red shoes

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  33. Carla Violet says:

    i have a thing for granny style too but i agree with you… i always wonder whenever i do granny style, whether ill look childish or an old lady. the challenge is always finding a balance… you look great altho i cant see your dress short actually… prolly cos ur sitting down. but still u look great!

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  34. michelle_ says:

    i love that giant angel wing ring !!

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  35. Carmen says:

    Awww, you look so cute. Love the hat on you!

    Carmen Ri.

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  36. Lisa says:

    Love the ring! Since you like accessories, I hope you will check out my scarf line

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    As seen on Rihanna and Daisy Lowe! I think it would really suit your style x

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  37. Loved your rings!
    Just emailed you dear πŸ™‚

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