Photo Love: Feminine and fashionable but not perfect

April 19, 2010

A polka-dot suit with a perfect sheen, gorgeous hat, and a chewable strand of classic pearls (I’m more of a twirler myself).  You can be perfectly fashionable and put together and still let your little quirks come out.  You’ll still be stylish and you.  I love that and hope I can accomplish that wherever I am (well I did do some funny things in my wedding gown after all).

What are your little habits?

I didn’t have time to see the Irving Penn exhibit at the National Gallery in London (until 6 June, 10 pounds if you’re not a member or eligible for other discounts). But if you’re in the area, check out 140 prints of one of the world’s most famous photographers and make me jealous.

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  • Jessica April 19, 2010 at 11:46

    Her quirkiness really makes this photo standout – just like our little nuances make us endearing!

  • Helena - A Diary of Lovely April 19, 2010 at 11:50

    being true to yourself is the way to achieve a stylish self 🙂 you are so right!

  • DiamondsandTulle April 19, 2010 at 13:59

    The lady is impeccable! What a great picture! I’m not sure what quirks I have that are my habits – but I’m often told some things are “so Vivian”… Happy Monday!

    xx Vivian @ http://diamondsandtulle.blogspot.com

  • very married April 19, 2010 at 13:59

    oh geez. so i am a hair toucher. I’m constantly moving my hair around. I wish it were a cute as this lovely lady has!

  • Bicoastal Bride April 19, 2010 at 14:08

    What a timeless and stylish look! Love it!

  • Leah April 19, 2010 at 14:15

    Fabulous black and white photo… the image made me think. I’m not a twirler… maybe I’m more of the chewer. Hahaha!

    Have a great week ahead! xoxo

  • Erika April 19, 2010 at 14:36

    Irving Penn was such a talent; I adore this picture.

    My quirks…I tend to pick out split ends that I find on the tips of my hair when I’m sitting down in public; and I am constantly peeling chipped nail polish! :/

  • THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE April 19, 2010 at 14:36

    I’m a hair toucher and a gum chewer. Don’t know ho attractive that is! Oh and I also put lipgloss on in public. Very not attractive 🙂

  • SogniSorrisi April 19, 2010 at 15:03

    What a great photo. I tend to fuss with my hair, twirl it and such, if I’m wearing it down. I also play with my rings.

  • // S April 19, 2010 at 15:32

    i’m with jessica — it’s our little quirks that make us all so endearing 🙂
    i’m afraid my habit isn’t so cute… i’m a knuckle cracker. see, not so endearing. wish i could stop, but it’s impossible.

  • PartyPlannerGal April 19, 2010 at 15:52

    The woman in the photgraph is beautiful, pearl-chewing and all! I think this is the most any of us can hope to convey. Love it!

  • Elizabeth Marie April 19, 2010 at 18:07

    Amazing photo.

    I touch my hair constantly!!! I need to stop! xoxoxo

  • Heather Taylor April 19, 2010 at 18:24

    Nail biting 🙁

  • Chocolate Lover April 19, 2010 at 18:38

    I’m a hair twirler too!
    P.S Come on over and check out my shoe giveaway!

  • amber April 19, 2010 at 18:43

    Nice photo, she looks very glamorous but “real.”

    I’d be better off chewing on pearl jewelry, I think. Better than biting my nails!

  • Summer {Bisfor...} April 19, 2010 at 19:37

    Oh, this photo is sooooo lovely. those dots are to die for. and just the confident she is sitting.

  • drollgirl April 19, 2010 at 21:04

    what a fabulous shot!

    i twist and twirl my jewelry, particularly when i am nervous. it is quite the tell! 🙂

  • Tiffany April 19, 2010 at 22:06

    cute post! I’ve never thought about it but I think I tend to twirl my hair a lot when I’m thinking really hard. LOL!

  • The Professional Bridesmaid April 20, 2010 at 01:05

    I love how her hand is on her hip, her legs outstretched….very telling.

  • Giovanna April 20, 2010 at 04:12

    i love, love, love that dress. omg.

  • Rose April 20, 2010 at 12:07

    I very much want to go to the exhibition but haven’t just yet- it’s on the list!

    Strange habits I have? hmm twisting my hair into curls if bored, otherwise I try and be still when I’m on show as it were

  • maria April 20, 2010 at 15:29

    Beautiful style and photo! A polka dot suit is difficult to wear but that woman do it great!

  • Diana April 21, 2010 at 05:33

    This is a great photo.

    I would say I have a bad habit of slouching, which is not cute or charming 😛

  • honey my heart April 22, 2010 at 17:06

    polka dot suit. wow!!! i wish i could attend the exhibit as well.

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