This was almost going to be our last Ping Pong Post, but luckily the three of us have put our thinking caps on, and we have figured out how to continue. In terms of mailing our items across the seas, this is the 12th time we’ve done it: this time around the black top we’ve styled belongs to Sam, yet I am now the lucky owner as she’s passed it on to me for keeps. She definitely felt buyer’s remorse with this item after she paid way too much. That’s the worse when that happens, and usually the very reason that I wait for the sale. For me, and with some of the (unwanted!) weight I’ve gained, this kind of top is perfect. It rounds in where I’m skinniest at my legs. When I do gain weight I am definitely an apple, carrying my kgs/lbs at my midsection, breasts and even chin. My legs always seem to stay the same. With a top like this styled with an untucked shirt, you have no idea of the muffin top beneath! Hahha! Yes, I do have one–especially now. But! I will do everything in my power to style it away. Wait to hear what I’m going to do about the extra kgs/lbs till Wednesday–the day after I turn 45!
Samantha from Fake Fabulous
Look at how ingenious Samantha wore this top: backwards! It makes it so cool–and very on trend with the sloping back. It’s funny to me that this top fits Sam as a dress! This demonstrates the size difference I experience with the PPP. Both Samantha and Anna are very petite. My full figure took off about 4 inches from this black top. One other style note that I love here, is the vinyl leggings underneath. This layer, along with the strappy bralette, give Samantha’s look plenty of edge. She’s basically a rock star!!
Make sure to follow Samantha’s blog Fake Fabulous and her Instagram handle @fakefabulous.
Anna of Anna’s Island Style
You would never know that Anna had a very difficult time styling this black top. In fact, out of the 12 installments, she found this one to be terribly hard, yet in my opinion she looks effortlessly classy. A cinched waist highlights here petiteness perfectly and the black top serves as a nice contrasting layer–at least in my opinion. I think she made it look easy to wear!
Make sure to follow Anna’s blog Anna’s Island Style and her Instagram handle @annasislandstyle.
Me, Kremb de la Kremb
Thanks for this black top Samantha! I think I will find plenty of use from it. It’s a great layering piece for me–especially for the temperate winter we’re having in Hong Kong. I’m still waiting for the usual cold blast, but maybe it won’t come this year….
Stay tuned for Wednesday…I’m going to divulge how I plan to lose some of this extra weight.
Three such different looks! Amazing how you all have such an individual spin. You’ve made it look very edgy and fierce (in a good way!).
Gail
http://www.isthismutton.com
Thank you Gail!! Edgy and fierce! I like that. I like that a lot!!
Love, Ann
Ahhh Annie, this top was made for you!
I can’t wait to see it styled off the shoulder and backwards and all the other ways you are going to make it work.
I’m so glad it has a new home!
XXX
Samantha
http://www.fakefabulous.com
Thank you for passing it on to me Samantha. I love it!! Suits me and my apple. 😀
Love, Annie
I’m sure you’re going to get lots of wear out of this top too. It really suits your shape and you clearly have no trouble wearing black either. Thanks Annie for stepping in with your idea to keep this feature alive. I can’t wait to see next month’s challenge!
Good luck with your diet, but don’t loose those delicious curves x
Anna
http://www.annasislandstyle.com
I’ll never be able to lose my curves. Even at my thinnest, the Girls remain! Hahaha!!
And yes, I’m quite pleased the PPP will continue on!
Love, Annie
As I told Anna, I’m not really in love with this top on any of you. That said, I’ll also be waiting to see the in genius ways you continue to reinvent it!
That’s ok not to like it. I really appreciate your honesty. That’s golden! And when an item is passed around like this, it’s hard for everyone to like it. Have you had a favorite? I think one that surprised me was Samantha’s orange shrug. I never would ever wear one, but it took me pleasantly by surprise!
Love, Ann
Your look is my fave, Anne, edgy and fun and bold. Served up just the way I like it!! And I can’t wait to read your plans for attacking those extra inchesd
Thank you Sheela! I love being edgy!! You’re the second to say so. That’s a rare word to describe me, but one I could get used to!!
I’m on it: the Bone Broth Diet. So far so good–yet I’m only finishing Day 3 as I write…. *fingers crossed*
Love, Annie
lovely layering!, I love this top as a vest over your shirt and turtleneck!, and such a fabulous accessorizing!, I also love your earrings and cute bag, and booties!
besos
Thank you Senora Allnut! Each piece is quite uniqe!! I made the bag too–one of my prized possessions.
Love, Ann
I love that you all styled it so differently! I would probably work it myself as a dress, but love your take as well as Annas Sams.So love all of the layering and textures of feathers, snakeskin pants.. all of you rock it!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
Thank you Jess. I couldn’t believe how long a dress it is on Samantha! And Anna’s version is quite unique too. Yes, I do have a lot going on don’t I?!!
Love, Ann
three amazing looks
Thanks Linda!!
Love, Ann