Style Standoff: Tulip Louise and A Piece of Toast
The Stylists: Anna Cottrell of Tulip Louise and sisters Sally Ann and Molly Bernadette of A Piece of Toast.
The Challenge: Style our Gorjana G Ring Gold Earrings in an ensemble that best expresses your signature style.
The Criteria: 1. Creativity 2. Wearability 3. Overall Impact
The Winning Look: You decide! Through October 5, vote in our poll and leave a comment on this post telling us which look you love the most… and you’ll be entered to win a pair of our Gorjana G Ring Gold earrings! We’re picking 2 winners, to be announced on October 8. One comment per person, please. Be sure to leave your email address so we can get in touch. Official contest rules.
Images: Keely Yount
Tulip Louise: For a minute, I’ve been obsessed with the unexpected pairing of a frothy tulle ballerina skirt plus a touch of {faux} leather thrown into the mix. It feels very updated-material-girl. Everything seems right in the world when I’m wearing a balance of feminine and edgy, so this look definitely made me happy!
A Piece of Toast: As a teacher, I (Sally) dress to reflect my personal style while wearing things that are classroom appropriate. This look says a lot about my signature style – classic with a twist. Both my sister Molly (who snapped these shots) and I are obsessed with white shirts and this one I wear year round. Molly wears all kinds of heels to work but since I’m on my feet all day flats are my go-to, and these nude ballerinas go with everything and never go out of style. I like simple but not boring jewelry – and a dainty necklace, everyday rings and a men’s style watch perfectly complement these non-traditional hoops. Hoops are the most versatile earrings a girl can have! I’ve been keeping this pair stored safely in my handbag so I can throw them on when my look needs to go to that next level.
Truth be told, the inspiration for this outfit came from one of my style icons: Olivia Palermo. She’s the queen of mixing high and low pieces and never looks like she is trying too hard. I spotted her in a similar maxi skirt and top so I attempted to pull off the look myself. Tip: Wear the blouse tucked in at work and tie it up in a loose knot for an instant change that’s fun for dinner and drinks.
The Vote is in and you all agree that, while it was a tough call, A Piece of Toast styled the Gorjana earrings best. Congrats to our lucky winners, Melissa S. and Mary B.!
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September 25th, 2012 at 10:09 am
I love A Piece of Toast look!
September 25th, 2012 at 10:21 am
I love this style of earring…..I have several in this style! Love the look that A Piece of Toast created…..guess that’s more my style.
September 25th, 2012 at 10:45 am
A piece of toast is a little more wearable for me, but tulip louise takes it on creativity and impact for me personally!
September 25th, 2012 at 11:11 am
I love the look by A Piece of Toast. I could actually wear that outfit. Not sure how the office would take it if I showed up in tulle to work!
September 25th, 2012 at 11:43 am
I voted for the “a piece of toast” look!
September 25th, 2012 at 11:44 am
I love the look by a piece of toast. I could see myself actually wearing this outfit! though tulip louise would be a fun outfit
September 25th, 2012 at 12:04 pm
I’m in love with Sally’s look (A Piece of Toast). It is very wearable and that skirt is amaaaazing!
September 25th, 2012 at 12:06 pm
A Piece of Toast! Love the blue and white, and the little pop of neon on the phone cover. Gorgeous and classic!
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September 25th, 2012 at 12:14 pm
I actually really like them both. A Piece of Toast is super wearable, but Tulip Louise’s look had more overall impact & creativity. Nice job all around!
September 25th, 2012 at 12:23 pm
I voted for Sally’s look because it’s more my style! However, both looks are stunning
Great job, girls!
September 25th, 2012 at 12:43 pm
I love both looks, but the classic styling of APOT’s takes the cake for me!
September 25th, 2012 at 1:34 pm
Have to go with the Sally/Molly version! I love the versatility of the pieces she’s wearing, and how the simple elegance of the hoop earrings is mirrored in her outfit.
September 25th, 2012 at 1:35 pm
I like both looks but my style is closer to APOT.
September 25th, 2012 at 3:48 pm
I love them both but gotta go with my hometown girl, Tulip Louise!
September 25th, 2012 at 3:59 pm
Such beautiful earrings! Both women look stunning but, Anna takes this look to the next level.
September 25th, 2012 at 4:06 pm
Love Tulip Louise’s styling. Feminine Rock Chic! Perfect.
September 25th, 2012 at 4:24 pm
A Piece of Toast.
September 25th, 2012 at 4:35 pm
Definitely A Piece of Toast! Love the earrings!
September 25th, 2012 at 4:42 pm
Gonna have to go with my girl Anna of Tulip Louise on this one, rocking that tutu like a pro! APOT great look too dear!
xx,
E
http://www.ashesoflaughter.com
September 25th, 2012 at 5:08 pm
I love Tulip Louise’s style! A Piece of Toast is a more practical look.
September 25th, 2012 at 5:44 pm
I think the APOT look is classic- love the wearability of it versus the first look!
September 25th, 2012 at 6:37 pm
Tulip Louise!
Melissabriggs@sbcglobal.net
September 25th, 2012 at 9:14 pm
Love A Piece of Toast’s look! emily.rabbitt@gmail.com
September 25th, 2012 at 11:28 pm
Have to go with Tulip Louise. Would love to be so sassy and sweet.
September 26th, 2012 at 9:48 am
APOT – Wearability and Overall Impact of showcasing those wonderful earrings.
Beautiful girls
September 26th, 2012 at 12:52 pm
Tulip Louise!
September 26th, 2012 at 4:04 pm
I love the dressy-casual of A Piece of Toast, but both girls look amazing!
September 26th, 2012 at 5:31 pm
Both are such cute looks! But I’m loving the color in APOT blog’s look!
xx
Giovanna
http://www.oliveandanarrow.com
September 26th, 2012 at 7:48 pm
A Piece of Toast’s look is my fav! Classic styling lets the gorgeous earrings shine.
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September 29th, 2012 at 2:42 pm
As a fellow teacher, who also grew up for 12 years wearing a uniform everyday(!), I really relate with the Toast interpretation!
October 1st, 2012 at 12:58 pm
I really love the white shirt & maxi skirt combo, it looks polished but also achievable for my mommy life
inspiring me to move past jeans!
October 4th, 2012 at 2:12 pm
I think A Piece of Toast’s outfit goes best with these earrings but I really love the look of Tulip Louise!!! Tulip Louise could handle bolder earrings.
October 4th, 2012 at 2:16 pm
I love that blue skirt! So flirty and fun!
October 4th, 2012 at 2:32 pm
The Toast outfit is just classic.
October 4th, 2012 at 2:34 pm
A Piece of Toast’s look is stylish but still wearable! pretty!
October 4th, 2012 at 4:33 pm
i love tulip louise’s look
October 5th, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Those earrings are gorgeous!
October 5th, 2012 at 4:36 pm
Love the piece of toast! I’m not thin enough for that much tulle, haha!
October 5th, 2012 at 5:36 pm
I teach too and the outfit is perfects for a quick but stylish outfit. The earring style is my favorite…hoops work anytime!