Short Hair, Short Skirt, Don’t Care

On September 8, 2015September 8, 2015 By Kiki AnneIn #OOTD

I hate being professional.

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I think that fashion shouldn’t be restricted. I hate dress codes in any form. I feel that restricting what I can wear is like restricting my freedom of speech. Fashion is art. I will use my fashion as graffiti if I want to- bold, larger than life, full color six stories high!

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But I totally get why we need dress codes. We have to have some semblance of professionalism in the workplace, in the classroom, in order to properly represent the institution I attend.

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As a nursing student, I’m constantly followed by dress codes. Nothing too short, no crop tops, closed-toed shoes only. No dyed hair, no fake nails, no nail polish. No shorts, no jeans, nothing low cut. Nothing fun!! I feel like I’m being stifled and strangled!

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So here is an outfit that’s totally inappropriate for class, work, and anywhere else I have to be, featuring a crop top and a too-short skirt. Fashion is the best form of self-expression; it’s the one that everyone everywhere takes part in every day.

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On another note, I cut my hair and I’m loving it! I took off about 8 inches, which is the most I’ve ever done! It was time for a change 🙂

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The top I’m wearing in this post is featured in Back To School Haul, while my ankle booties can be seen again in my August Favorites post.

What do you think? How do you feel about dress codes? Let me know in the comments! Thanks for stopping by 🙂

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102 thoughts on “Short Hair, Short Skirt, Don’t Care”

carolinapage

You look great in this outfit!
I am not one for strict dress codes, but I think different situations and environments require different outfits. I’d never wear at the office the same things I’d wear at a club!

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September 14, 2015 at 4:11 pm Reply
1. kiki.anne
  
  I agree, there’s definitely different fashion needs for different circumstances. Thanks for stopping by, Carol!
  xo Kiki
  
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  September 14, 2015 at 5:13 pm Reply
Esme Madeline

I absolutely completely agree! I feel suffocated by dress codes and uniform policies – fashion IS a form of self expression and you should be able to be the unique, beautiful stylish person you really are! On another note, your outfit is nothing short of absolutely gorgeous – and your hair looks incredible! xx
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September 14, 2015 at 5:12 pm Reply
1. kiki.anne
  
  Thanks so much for your sweet comment! I loved your response 🙂 Have a lovely day!
  xo Kiki
  
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  September 14, 2015 at 5:33 pm Reply
banglesandbungalows

I went to a private school growing up and we had a strict dress code. No uniform, but enough to feel restricted in self expression. I feel like that can really stifle creativity, which is tough for budding young minds. I work in the creative field now so I feel like all that dress code stuff was somewhat wasted on me. But it did define my style for years to come with classic/preppy style. Thankfully, I’ve moved on from there 🙂

xx Yasmin
http://banglesandbungalows.com

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September 14, 2015 at 10:58 pm Reply
1. kiki.anne
  
  I never attended a private school, but I can see how that would stifle creativity a bit! Thanks for stopping by, Yasmin!
  xo Kiki
  
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  September 15, 2015 at 2:25 pm Reply
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