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Black Lace & Polka Dots

24th June 2013

Factorie Dress | Mr Price booties | Mr Price bag | Woolworths tights | Pick ‘n Pay shirt | Forever New bracelet and necklace | Michael Kors watch | Legit sunnies

I’m channelling a little Audrey Hepburn today with my own variation of an up-do and a black dress.  I wore this outfit to the Google Tech event at JoziHub on Friday.  The event was primarily focused on female entrepreneurs in the “tech space” and one of the main differences found between male and female entrepreneurs is that men generally build their businesses according to their strengths while women are more focused on attending to their weaknesses.  I thought this was the most curious observation because I know, personally, I’m far more conscious about improving my weaknesses than bettering my strengths.  I’m going to be challenging myself to the men’s code and focusing a little more on my strengths for a while, as unnatural as it may be.  Interesting how such a little thought perspective might change your day.

For those of you interested, I’d have to say biggest “weakness” would have to be how painfully shy I am around strangers.  I absolutely envy those people who walk confidently into a room, strike up conversation with people they’ve never seen before and have them laughing their heads off in no time.  You guys are awesome.

xxx

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Posted by Leanne 21 Comments
Filed Under: Fashion, Outfits

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  1. Amy {Cupcakes+Couture} says

    24th June 2013 at 2:26 pm

    this dress is adorable! as i was scrolling through your photos, before i even read your text, i thought, she looks like audrey hepburn here! 🙂 so pretty.
    xoamy
    http://www.cupcakesncouture.com

    Reply
    • Leanne Van Breda says

      26th June 2013 at 7:12 pm

      You’re so sweet, Amy! Thanks so much!

      Reply
  2. Patrícia M. says

    24th June 2013 at 2:42 pm

    So cute and completely adorable! Seriously, I loveee shirts with dresses!

    <3
    http://zazzish.blogspot.pt/

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    • Leanne Van Breda says

      26th June 2013 at 7:13 pm

      Me too! It changes the dress completely! Thanks for reading, Patricia!

      Reply
  3. Johlet says

    24th June 2013 at 2:55 pm

    Oooh next time can I please join you at one of these events?
    And I love this look!
    http://johced-ourjourneytoeverywhere.blogspot.com/
    xxx

    Reply
    • Leanne Van Breda says

      26th June 2013 at 7:14 pm

      Sure! Thank you Johlet 🙂

      Reply
  4. Claudz says

    24th June 2013 at 3:48 pm

    Great look!
    I am also terribly shy. Everyone thinks I am super confident but it’s only with people I know

    Reply
    • Leanne Van Breda says

      26th June 2013 at 7:15 pm

      It’s so awful. Sometimes people interpret shy people as snobbish. If only they knew what it really felt like.

      Reply
  5. Charlotte says

    24th June 2013 at 8:08 pm

    That all sounds really interesting, never thought about it like that before! Love your outfit by the way!
    – Charlotte x
    My Blog
    Shop my closet

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  6. Shira says

    25th June 2013 at 12:54 am

    I love love love this look! I have the opposite issue- I can be too talkative haha;)

    http://asequinloveafair.com

    Reply
    • Leanne Van Breda says

      26th June 2013 at 7:15 pm

      Haha should we swap character for a day? xxx

      Reply
  7. Alexandra GS says

    25th June 2013 at 1:22 am

    SO jealous! You’re such a little skinny-mini! You look fantastic!
    -Alexandra
    http://www.rhymeswithfashion.com

    P.S. My biggest weakness is that I have a pretty big temper. I definitely have a tendency to blow things out of proportion. So I would say that one thing I need to work on is rolling with the punches, and not freaking out when things don’t go according to plan!

    Reply
    • Leanne Van Breda says

      26th June 2013 at 7:27 pm

      Says she!!! Thank you Alexandra 🙂 It just goes to show you how none of us are perfect, but that’s okay too.

      Reply
  8. Vicky Perper says

    25th June 2013 at 6:17 pm

    hey hun!
    I just found your blog and I love it!
    you look amazing, love your style!
    you have such an amazing blog and good content!
    I will be visiting it from now on often:)
    check my blog if you want as well and hope
    to see you soon on Fashion Railways !!
    xoxo

    http://www.fashionrailways.com

    Reply
    • Leanne Van Breda says

      26th June 2013 at 7:28 pm

      Thanks so much Vicky! xx

      Reply
  9. Jade Wright says

    26th June 2013 at 3:59 am

    You really do resemble Audrey here! Gorgeous outfit. She is such an inspiration!

    http://www.bohemianmuses.blogspot.com

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    • Leanne Van Breda says

      26th June 2013 at 7:29 pm

      Thank you, Jade. Ah I couldn’t agree more!! xxx

      Reply
  10. Judy says

    26th June 2013 at 11:54 pm

    This outfit is absolutely stunning!! And the updo makes it so much more elegant.

    Reply
    • Leanne Van Breda says

      1st July 2013 at 7:34 am

      Thanks Judy! I love updos!

      Reply
  11. Anthea says

    30th June 2013 at 5:26 pm

    Hi Leanne,

    This outfit is amazing, I’m sure all eyes would be on you if you had to walk into a room of strangers. So, no need to be shy 🙂

    Anthea,
    Embracing Style

    Reply
    • Leanne Van Breda says

      1st July 2013 at 7:35 am

      You’re the sweetest Anthea. Thank you for the vote of confidence 🙂

      Reply

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