What to wear with this Boden flippy skirt?

[citymama]

I'm ordering this Boden flippy cord skirt (http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Womens-Skirts/Knee-Length-Skirts/WG412-BLK/Womens-Black-Flippy-Cord-Skirt.html) in black with the sale plus WSRM code for an additional 20% off. I'd love suggestions for what to get to wear with it - the "outfit" thread has inspired me to think in outfits rather than pieces that never get worn because I don't have anything to go with it.

http://www.bodenimages.com/productimages/MultiView/11WAUT_WG412_BLK.jpg

The Boden outfit-maker recommends this (http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Womens-Tops-T-shirts/Long-Sleeved-Tops/WL611-BLU/Womens-Military-Blue-Folded-Trim-Top.html) top but I'm not so sure that will work (I'm looking for a more dressy look). I am small torsoed/waisted, with broader hips. Typically, dresses are flattering on me, but skirts make me look more matronly - probably because I don't know how to wear them/what to pair with them. I think what I need is a fitted top that will narrow at the waist, or a belt that will cinch at the waist. I don't want a straighter sweater or top that covers the waist and falls to hip length, since that will create a more boxy look.

I'd love any suggestions from you fashionistas! (ETA: Bonus points for long or 3/4 sleeved tops since I will wear the skirt with thicker tights and boots as a winter skirt.) Thanks!

[goldenpig]

What about something like this top:
Twisted Ascot Tee (http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=21385729&catId=CLOTHES-KNITSTEES&pushId=CLOTHES-KNITSTEES&popId=CLOTHES&navCount=780&color=041&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-KNITSTEES&templateType=subCategory) (it says Navy but it looks like it's actually a gray shirt)
http://images.anthropologie.com/is/image/Anthropologie/21385729_041_b?$product410x615$
http://www.stylecompare.co.uk/images/products/2/boden/flippy-cord-skirt-4103634-lrg.jpg

You could do the grey tights and black boots and a really dark denim jacket on top, kind of like how they show it in the pic.

[citymama]

Thanks GP! That's exactly the look I am going for - more contoured at the waidt. Dark gray or charcoal would be a good color. I added an ETA to say long-sleeved is preferable, but with a cardi or jacket over that could work. Thanks!

[niccig]

Thanks GP! That's exactly the look I am going for - more contoured at the waidt. Dark gray or charcoal would be a good color. I added an ETA to say long-sleeved is preferable, but with a cardi or jacket over that could work. Thanks!

I was admiring a professor's outfit today. She's in her 50's I would say and she had on pants, a knit top, jacket and a belt under the jacket. Now, I know many here would belt over the jacket, but there was enough belt to show the waist.

Anyways, just an idea.

[TamiRuns]

That skirt is gorgeous! No suggestions but love the top GP suggested.

Hope you post a pic of this outfit!

[arivecchi]

How about this? I love it and would wear it with skirts, slacks, jeans and flat knee high boots.

http://www.maxstudio.com/p-SELF-BELTED_TWEED_CAPE_SWEATER-185.aspx

Check out all the tops on sale at maxstudio.com.

[Twoboos]

That Maxstudio site is fun! lots of good stuff!

What about this? I don't know if you could belt it. Someone more knowledgable could maybe answer that. ;)

http://www.maxstudio.com/p-long_sleeve_jersey_top-30295.aspx

[citymama]

How about this? I love it and would wear it with skirts, slacks, jeans and flat knee high boots.

http://www.maxstudio.com/p-SELF-BELTED_TWEED_CAPE_SWEATER-185.aspx

Check out all the tops on sale at maxstudio.com.

LOVE that top! I want one, regardless of whether it matches the skirt!

[citymama]

Update - so I got the black skirt and this skinny belt in pewter (http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Womens-Accessories/Belts/AK186-PEW/Womens-Pewter-Metallic-Skinny-Belt.html) to go with it. I have a charcoal grey fitted v-neck sweater that I will wear, with the belt over. What do you think?

And arivecchi, I think I am going to get that Max cape to wear as a tunic with leggings!

[goldenpig]

Update - so I got the black skirt and this skinny belt in pewter (http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Womens-Accessories/Belts/AK186-PEW/Womens-Pewter-Metallic-Skinny-Belt.html) to go with it. I have a charcoal grey fitted v-neck sweater that I will wear, with the belt over. What do you think?

And arivecchi, I think I am going to get that Max cape to wear as a tunic with leggings!

Citymama, that sounds like a great combo! Can't wait to see pics!

Arivecchi, you are like the caped crusader! Converting everyone to stylish cape wearers! :superhero:

[arivecchi]

That does sound like a great combo citymama! I bet that cape will look so nice on you. And such a great price! I would have gotten one if they had the cream version available in my size because I already have a grey one.

[PAfirsttimemom]

LOVE that top! I want one, regardless of whether it matches the skirt!

I think the cape would match that skirt beautifully.

[PAfirsttimemom]

http://www.titlenine.com/product/womens-tops/sweaters-fleece/450973.do?sortby=ourPicks

Another idea--for colder weather? I have this (got it with a gift card) and love it. Very well made. And it is on sale. :-)

ETA: Click on the gray. That would go best with your skirt, IMO.

[chottumommy]

I was going to wear

http://canvas.landsend.com/pp/StylePage-405488_X1.html?amp;CM_MERCH=REC-_-CVPP-_-GGT-_-2-_-405488-_-405525#

with a lilac Banana Republic shirt I have

or

http://canvas.landsend.com/pp/WoolLapelJacket~213919_-1.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::DCH&CM_MERCH=IDX_Women-_-BlazersJackets&origin=index

with a turtleneck.

I have such a casual work env that anything other than jeans+T/sweater is considered majorly dressed up.