Kickin' It Old School

This top was one of my faves when I was at my heaviest. Clearly, it no longer fits. That waistband is supposed to sit on my hips, but instead it now slides right off them.

And here is photographic evidence of the moment of inspiration. Utilizing the built-in bra thingie could make for a cute dress!

The conversion was fairly simple. I cut off the built-in bra and sewed it back on with a straight seam (rather than following the curvature of the neckline as it was originally). I salvaged the straps and reattached them to the top (formerly bottom) of the white part. Finally, I took in the sides a bit.

The dress is a bit short for my modesty level, so I threw on some tights, along with a silver belt, green flats, and a jean jacket (thrifted for $8 this weekend!).

Only upon glancing in the mirror did I realize just how much the 80s resurgence had permeated my fashion sense. I suppose flashbacks to my childhood are acceptable so long as there are no instances of multiple simultaneous fluorescents or side ponytails.