I know this is a little bit kid-ish, but I still pick out my birthday outfits (not be confused with birthday suit- why aren't we allowed to pick those?). So this year I wore my new neon (sear- your-retinas neon) crop top from American Apparel and a black zip-up dress from H&M. I'm a big fan of the comfort of crop tops, but I'm not much for showing my belly to the world. I think it has something to do with exposing a belly-button which feels a little too Britney circa what? 2002? That said, I know things like neon and crop tops (regardless of how they are worn) are big no-nos on most people's wardrobe list. Would you wear either?
ps- Hope you all had a wonderful weekend! Even if you weren't stateside for fireworks, I hope you were swamped with massive quantities of delicious food. Good times, noodle salad.
LL
I love this outfit! I still pick out my birthday outfits too, heh.
ReplyDeletei recently wore a crop top and found the best way to skirt around the belly issue is a high waisted skirt. i think the belly button showing is where it becomes trashy.
ReplyDeleteThis is fantastic! I agree with you on crop tops and neon, but this outfit is perfectly statement making. So bravo!
ReplyDeleteI've been out of the blogging loop for a minute (1 month) so it's good to welcome myself back to the blogosphere with this post!
Thanks!
--MK <3's AC!
I'd wear BOTH! And love how you've styled this birthday ensemble, lady.
ReplyDeleteI totally pick out outfits for my birthdays too. In fact - it's a tradition for me to always buy a new outfit. ;)
ReplyDeletei love neon, though it is often hard to find a flattering shade. this is the perfect solution for a crop top sans belly button
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Great pic! I don't know if I can pull off neon or crop tops, but you do it well!! :)
ReplyDeleteNice outfit! I always had a thing for crop tops but too shy to ever try it :P
ReplyDeleteOMG! I finally made AsianCajuns! Why is no one commenting on my daring blue polo and khaki shorts?!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday ladies...you crack me up!
Very nice, i agree, this definitely takes the crop top away from trashy.
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I love the neon — and those are killer heels. I fully support your crop top paired with the black dress. Awesome.
ReplyDeleteAnd did you at Taqueria? Mmmmmm! Can't deny that Memphis taco.
You look fab Lauren! Love the hot pink.. it's perfect for summer! Um, Mel and I totally pick out our birthday outfits still. :) Hope you enjoyed your weekend!
ReplyDeletexo, Becs
You look great! I never say never when it comes to trends nowadays, since whenever I say I'll never wear something I end up eating my words.
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing!
ReplyDeleteI no longer show my tummy, but if you want to (and have the figure for it, which you do), I say go for it!
Love it! Love the shoes and the neon shirt. Neon is so in now!
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cute, what a shocking pop of lovely pink. i likey!
ReplyDeleteOh I like this outfit a lot. It would be ugly on me I think but with you it's gorgeous!! Maybe I'll try one day!
ReplyDeleteI was just wearing the same shade of pink yesterday! I think that crop tops and neon can look on the right body types and the way it is worn. But it's not for everyone. Those shoes look great with that outfit! xxoxoxoxoxo
ReplyDeletei still pick out my birthday outfits too! I don't think you're ever too old to stop! as for neon and crop tops; i like them both. i've never tried them together though...
ReplyDeletewhat did cath wear?
i was at work today and i said "good times, noodle salad". i really thought i was the ONLY person who ever quoted THAT line from the movie.
ReplyDeletelove your birthday outfit!
I love this shot, hair blowing in the wind really does make things extra lovely (please notice I said "extra"). I'm not big on trends, if it looks great wear it - and you wear it well :)
ReplyDeleteTotally agree, I wish I was allowed to pick my suit...
For some reason, I never tried a crop top...although I did rock a neon hypercolor shirt for a looong time.
ReplyDeleteIm accustomed to wearing dresses for my birthday and since I started dating my husby we celebrate our bdays for 2wks... pretty silly huh?
ReplyDeleteLove the neon on you! Im getting inspired... So BIG 26?
Happy Birthday!! i know it's too late, sorry :(
ReplyDeletewish u all the greatest things in life darling :)
btw, i love the neon top, the way you wear doesn't look kid-ish for me tho :), it look so cool :), especially the pose haha, your hair on this pic remind me of some running scene on baywatch movie :P in a good way ok :D
perfect outfit! :D
Bon anniversaire! Lar, you look great! Don't worry, I still pick out my birthday outfits as well... but like for at least a week :) haha
ReplyDeleteLove your birthday outfit! I actually have been getting a bunch of crop tops recently- some of which show my stomach and some don't really because while they say they're cropped, they're slighly big on me. I actually just bought neon pink/orange/green heels- I'll have to post when I receive them in the mail from shopbop- I'm all for neons when done right!
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LOVE that colour!!
ReplyDeleteYou rocked the crop top with the high waist. I am currently looking for a zipper-dress myself, but I am planning on pairing it over at graphic tee.
ReplyDeleteAddicted to this blog :)
I have and will always love neon!!! You look amazing and i love the wind-blown picture!
ReplyDeleteBirthday outfits are always a must! American Apparel is awesome and the crop top is stellar. Also, lovin the hair toss :)
ReplyDeleteLove love love!!
ReplyDeleteGreat outfit!
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