I never thought I’d bring back gray acid wash.
It’s been the summer of throwback fashion, from 70s bell sleeves to 90s chokers. I am a definite convert, as evidenced by the fact I’m wearing a gray acid wash crop top in the look below. Hello 1990, it’s me. I’ve paired it with a faux suede mini skirt and a laser cut heeled sandals. What I love about this outfit? The crop top, skirt, and sunnies are all Forever 21 and total a very manageable $50. (PS- you can still buy the skirt and sunglasses.)
This is where it pays to indulge in fast fashion: for very of-the-moment pieces that maybe don’t quite have the staying power. (I love you, acid wash crop top, but will I love you next spring?) You spend a little to get a big fashion splash, and then it doesn’t matter quite as much if you only get a few late-summer wears out of the item.
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I think the fact the acid wash crop top is a smaller part of the outfit helps make the look not appear too retro. (Rather than being an acid wash maxi dress, for example. Yikes.) The modern sandals help update the look, too. Another way to wear this crop: with black or white denim (either full-length or shorts). Keep things on the high-waisted side if you’re not into full-midriff. If you are, rock that tummy like 1999 Britney.
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F21 has some amazing finds, loving the skirt especially!
Chelsea
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Very nice skirt!!
That skirt!! I love how you styled this outfit, Ashley!
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Amazing look, babe! I love the top!
Adi xx
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Wow! Amazing outfit! I really like the skirt!
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Love that adorable skirt on you, great finds from F21!! Super cute and trendy as always girly!
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so rad!! i love the textures between the top and bottom!
Have a great day!
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Love your new look! Crop Top + Suede.
Regards
Savita
Great outfit dear 🙂 Beautiful combo <3
You look perfect!
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Those shoes, that skirt–gorgeous neutrals!
Aww! so cute!nI love your skirt.
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Love the variety of looks you try! You look incredible Ashley! In love with the skirt and top. So cool! Have a great weekend!
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Awesome outfit! My eyes are caught by your fab heels !
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Great post, love it 🙂
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Obsessing over this skirt on you lady! So cute and so fun! Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
xoxo,Victoria
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Girl–YAS! Love EVERYTHING about this outfit! You are killing it in that suede skirt!
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Love the skirt & sandals combo!
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You are owning the 90s this summer! And I totally agree with you – places like F21 are the best for very on-trend pieces like these!
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Love the mix of textures! Gorgeous! Those shoes too, loving them xx
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Is it time to start wearing suede already?? Love how you made this skirt work for the end of summer
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I am so into vintage inspired looks and this one looks great on you darling!
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Such a cool Summer look! Loving the acid wash!
x Emily
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Seriously you look so cute! And the shoes add such a great modern touch!
xo, Lily
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What lovely strappy heels! Loving the acid wash tank top too 🙂
xo Cristina
i know! this summer has been such a huge time machine! Love your outfit so stylish and simple! love the clo of the skirt. You can totaly wear it during fall
Irene
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Crazy how trends come back. If you were to wear these 5 years ago, people would have dogged you for “being stuck in the 90’s.” Now it’s trendy and EVERYWHERE in magazines! haha
Love the acid wash, looks so cool!
Have a lovely weekend 🙂
Rosanna x
Oh such a cute look. Love the whole assemble top, skirt and shoes.
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you look amazing! love that suede skirt!
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I would have never thought of this combination before, but I absolutely love it and you look stunning.
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Hi sweetie, you look amazing
I love your top Ash.
Kisses
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This is such a cute outfit! You look so adorable!
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This outfit is adorable! Taylor Swift is going to copy you but you’ll have worn it first 😉 !!!
xo
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Learned today that suede and denim look great together
Love the look~
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I really love this look, girlie, and how you’ve fused two separate decades and trends into one look! This is something I love to do as well, as I think it creates more of a unique pairing! Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you have a great weekend ahead!
XO,
Jalisa
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Haha, I have yet to take an acid wash plunge but you look great! I never would have thought to pair grey with that brown–looks great! XO
Lauren-Blair
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I love how you mixed denim and suede. You look amazing.
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stunning.You look amazing
I love your shoes
I’m way too old for crop top but that skirt I likey, likey, LIKEY!
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That skirt is so cute! I think I will need one for fall!
Nicole
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I work at Express and they have a suede skirt just like this! I wasn’t sure what I thought of it but seeing a similar one on your makes me love it! Now I’m going to purchase it 🙂
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This look is so cute! I love that skirt 🙂
Love this combo <3 The skirt is so pretty!
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The sub-header on this made me laugh. I honestly never thought acid wash would come back at all as a serious fashion thought but I have to admit that I’m not totally hating its reincarnation. Take this crop for example…who would have thought it could look so chic? Pairing it with suede and lace up sandals is the perfect way to give it a modern twist!
love the look! I’ve been wanting to have a suede skirt just like your <3
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Amazing look!
Have a nice week-end!
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Oh yes girl. You brought it and I’m loving it! Such a trendsetter!
Tina
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What do you mean?! I love grey acid wash. I’ve been wearing my skinnies since last year and I can’t get enough of the denim.
I like your whole combination. That top is so lush..!!
You look great dear!
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I never used to be a huge fan of acid wash, though over recent months i’m become totally in love with it. Great top on you, Ashley!
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