I bought this dress a while back and besides a half-hearted attempt at Christmas, I wasn't sure how to wear it. The dress has gorgeous ruby ribbons, gold trim, and giant rhinestones in gold settings, so I haven't the heart to sell it. I even have the AP ad hanging on my wall, so I knew there had to be a way for me to wear it. I started by using the ad for inspiration - the pink edged cutsew, as I have no pink blouse; and pink socks. Then I decided to whip out my 'old school challenge' piece, this vintage white apron. It was a little long, so I simply rolled it up at the waist. The apron fueled me into a very vintage, Betty Boop feel with pouty lips, a short blonde bob, and my glasses for a waitress-y feel. If I could name this outfit I'd call it Maude, something really like a 50s' diner waitress!

The makeup was about over-emphasizing the lower lip for a big pout. I daubed on some bold pink lipstick and gave it a sturdy coat of lipgloss, and then added some chunky falsies on top for a 'winged' look. I tried out this blonde bob again with a deeper part... still not sure if it's my style. 

I took this shot in my bedroom by accident with my self-timer! The light turned out very cool, but I could only get one other shot in a similar style...

This one is my favorite! Lucky accident that it turned out just right!