Rachel Bilson Inspired: Rhinestone Trim Shirt

January 12, 2012

Posted 09/12

I saw this cover of Rachel Bilson for Nylon Magazine, and thought it was such a fantastic ensemble. She is one of my favorite fashionistas because she pulls everything together so effortlessly without ever revealing too much. This shirt is a really easy DIY that doesn’t take much time, and is a great statement piece to add to your wardrobe:)

Since this is not a shirt that will have much life span, don’t go and use your nicest white button down.

Your Supplies:

White Button down or polo (mine thrifted for 4$)

Black Ribbon (I used a wider grosgrain ribbon that best fit the trim of my shirt)

Multi-shape Rhinestones (I used two packs from Hobby Lobby for a total of $3.50)

Hem Tape

Glue Gun

Total Cost of the shirt: 8$

Now being a crafter I had the ribbon, hem tape, and glue gun so you can calculate cost accordingly.

Steps:

1.) Pre-measure your ribbon along the front side of your shirt.

(I singed the edges of the ribbon to prevent fraying.)

2) Place hem tape along the edge (avoid button holes so that the shirt can still button), and iron the ribbon over to secure. If you don’t have hem tape, hot glue would work.

3.) Place rhinestones in random order along the ribbon using hot glue until you reach the end of the shirt. If you don’t plan on wearing it untucked, only place them till you reach the waistline.

Style your shirt the way you wish and you are done!

There are so many color options you could do for this if you wanted to create a different look. Please not e that this shirt will not endure the washing machine and would need to be hand washed!

Totally easy and fun to wear! Be sure and share your photos on the IHOD FB page if you try this project! I would love to see them!

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Sara says:

January 12, 2012 at 2:42 pm

I love this DIY. Thanks for sharing!

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Krista says:

January 12, 2012 at 2:43 pm

Simply gorgeous! Beautiful job Anna….I like your look even better than Rachel’s 😉

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seriouslysassymama.com says:

January 12, 2012 at 2:48 pm

This is fabulous!

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rolala says:

January 12, 2012 at 2:51 pm

I love this look and this DIY makes it sound doable. Thanks Anna!

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Megan says:

January 12, 2012 at 2:53 pm

you are genius.

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Sonia says:

January 12, 2012 at 2:53 pm

This is absolutely adorable! Love it.

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Viviana says:

January 12, 2012 at 2:55 pm

Love this! Brilliant idea!
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sherri lynn says:

January 12, 2012 at 2:59 pm

What a great idea to DIY this! You have such a good eye for cute pieces!

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Lindsay says:

January 12, 2012 at 3:05 pm

SO CUTE! Looks better than the original 🙂

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Paislea Elyse says:

January 12, 2012 at 3:08 pm

that is seriously one of the cutest things ever! i don’t know that i would be able to get away with it, but i would try!!

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Dana {Southern Inspired} says:

January 12, 2012 at 3:38 pm

How cute is that?!?! You are just so creative! I LOVE it, such a fun look – and so cheap! 🙂

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Erica says:

January 12, 2012 at 3:49 pm

Gorgeous and glam. Well done, Anna!

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ilene @ muchloveilly says:

January 12, 2012 at 3:58 pm

i adore that look too!!! she always has such great style. might need to pick up this copy of nylon!

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ilene @ muchloveilly says:

January 12, 2012 at 3:58 pm

i adore that look too!!! she always has such great style. might need to pick up this copy of nylon!

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katie [the bright life] says:

January 12, 2012 at 4:04 pm

Ahhhh, I am dying!!! What a genius idea, Anna! Definitely pinning this to share with my friends! 🙂 Xo, Katie

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Grace - Stripes and Sequins says:

January 12, 2012 at 4:40 pm

This came out so well! I LOVE!

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Julie says:

January 12, 2012 at 4:59 pm

gorgeous Anna! what a fabulous way to add some glam to your outfit!

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Heather J says:

January 12, 2012 at 5:08 pm

You’re awesome Anna. Love it!

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Amanda says:

January 12, 2012 at 5:13 pm

That is such a great idea!

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Michaela says:

January 12, 2012 at 5:22 pm

This is so great, girl! Such an easy little DIY with lots of impact 🙂

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Carly says:

January 12, 2012 at 5:53 pm

what a great DIY…I love Rachel too..she can do no fashion wrong in my eyes:) You super crafters always get me inspired….but unfortunately I know this would NOT turn out well for me, lol. Just don’t have the knack for DIY.

Happy Thursday girl!
C

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Danielle says:

January 12, 2012 at 6:27 pm

You are so incredible & talented! I love this and you make it look so effortless!

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marissa at the boot says:

January 12, 2012 at 6:27 pm

you are so so so awesome! i love this so much, and you executed it perfectly!

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Meagan :: Mo Pie, Please says:

January 12, 2012 at 6:34 pm

She’s my favorite! And you did such a good job with the recreation!

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Alexa says:

January 12, 2012 at 7:04 pm

Wow she is amazing…love that skirt! xo

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jen says:

January 12, 2012 at 7:21 pm

love this! it seems so easy yet i would have never thought of it.

life spelled jen

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Neris / Fashion Fractions says:

January 12, 2012 at 8:21 pm

LOVE LOVE LOVE this DIY. i’m totally trying it soon 🙂 will let you know how it turns out 🙂

xoxo,

Fashion Fractions

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Ana Degenaar says:

January 12, 2012 at 8:23 pm

Amazing tutorial!!! Love love love it.

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Daisy says:

January 12, 2012 at 8:56 pm

This is so cute! What a great DIY!

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Gloria says:

January 12, 2012 at 9:34 pm

Love this project! I definitely have a girl crush on Rachel Bilson 🙂

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(Eileen) a creative day says:

January 12, 2012 at 10:08 pm

Ahh such a great tutorial! thanks for sharing, LOVE the final result!!

eileen
http://www.acreativedayblog.com

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A Casa da Vá says:

January 12, 2012 at 10:12 pm

Wow this is a great idea! Gosh I need to practise my craft skills…

Hugs & kisses from South Florida,
http://acasadava.blogspot.com/

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Alena: Oh, It's Just Perfect! says:

January 12, 2012 at 10:41 pm

Love this!!! Looks so pretty with your outfit too.

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bevy says:

January 13, 2012 at 12:24 am

Rachel is one of my top favorites! great DIY. I’m gonna have to save this idea for a later date.

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thedesigndaredevil says:

January 13, 2012 at 12:27 am

WOW GIRL! Rachel Bils has nothing on you! So cute!

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Drew {Coral Cafe} says:

January 13, 2012 at 2:18 am

YOU are GENIUS!! LOVE this DIY sooo much!!

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Elizabeth says:

January 13, 2012 at 2:22 am

Rachel Bilson is one of my fave too – LOVE how you recreated this look! Amazing DIY!

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MelavonD says:

January 13, 2012 at 3:35 am

Love how it turned out. Totally you too!

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Lindsay @ Delighted Momma says:

January 13, 2012 at 4:16 am

ANNA this is pure genius!! SO creative!! Turned out exactly like the picture! LOVE LOVE

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Gameday Stylist says:

January 13, 2012 at 5:07 am

Such a cute idea! I want to make this 🙂

– Sara @ Gameday Stylist

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jillian nicole says:

January 13, 2012 at 2:14 pm

You’re a total DIY genius! Love this idea and am definitely going to save this little gem for a rainy day!:)

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Camille says:

January 13, 2012 at 2:16 pm

anna!!!! i adore this! i think i need to make this. NEED to.

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L.A. in the bay says:

January 14, 2012 at 7:04 am

Oh em gee. You are a style DIY genius!

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Bridget says:

January 14, 2012 at 10:27 pm

obsessed.

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Colleen / Inspired to Share says:

January 16, 2012 at 1:38 am

LOVE this Anna!!!! 🙂

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Julia @ Boredom Abounds says:

January 16, 2012 at 5:14 am

Oh, so cute – you’re so industrious!

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Lynn {hearted girl} says:

January 21, 2012 at 9:08 pm

too cool for school! but please never stop teaching, this is seriously so rad. leave it to you for coming up with major triumphs this way. i like it cos it also sorta resembles a fancy, slick tie. way to hustle the diy branch and shake it till it releases magical results! ♥

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Cristina @FUJI FILES says:

March 22, 2012 at 9:06 pm

Ok, I am DYING to try this one. And it helps that I have a girl crush on Rachel!

xx Cristina

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Carly | A Simple Affair says:

October 15, 2012 at 7:13 pm

Absolutely love this! What a perfect way to liven up some of my white button downs that have just been hanging oh so lonely in the closet.

xo
http://www.carlyhaslee.com

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