Bright pink has been quite popular this winter, captivating audiences on the runways of many designers, including Sies Marjan, Prabal Gurung, and Hellessy. While it’s a color I usually admire in décor or on other people, I was immediately smitten with this particular statement piece when I saw it on the NY&C app and in person at the New York & Company store in Bowie, MD.
In the past, I would’ve thought bright fuschia was too attention-grabbing for my usually shy nature. But lately, I’m feeling a little more adventurous in my fashion choices (and honestly more comfortable with my curvy figure), and I decided to embrace something new. In fact, I’ve been gravitating towards this color a lot lately, and tried on a few pieces at New York & Company in this same color (snapshots below), ultimately deciding on their Organza Bow Halter Top.
Even more importantly, when I was searching for cute yet inexpensive pieces to wear for my first Valentine’s Day with my boyfriend, this top felt just right. Originally priced at $59.95, I scored this piece during a January sale for just under $29! Even though I wore it to celebrate a special milestone, this outfit is a great example of how to take a formal piece and dress it down to make it casual yet chic, perfect for any date night!
Outfit Details
- Top: Organza Bow Halter Top (New York & Company)
- Leather Jacket: IMAN Platinum Buttery Soft Genuine Lamb Leather Jacket (HSN)
- Jeans: Levi’s (thrifted; Old Navy)
- Shoes (Nine West boots; Marc Fisher black suede heels)
- Earrings (Sugarfix by BaubleBar; gold small hoops)
Other Ways to Wear This Top
With its hourglass shape, peplum detail, and organza-like fabric, this piece complements all body types in my opinion, adding dimension to those who are slender and adds balance to curvy girls who are bottom-heavy like me.
As I mentioned earlier, this halter is also versatile. You can either go the dressy casual route, as I’ve done here with a leather jacket, jeans, and comfortable heels, or you can easily make it formal with a pair of trousers and a matching blazer.
So what do YOU think of this outfit? Would you rather wear a more formal outfit for special occasions, or would you opt for a dressy casual one instead?
