Thursday, November 10, 2011

Colorful Tights, a Moto Vest and $10 Boots

BLACK DRESS - Thrifted from another mom's garage FREE!
GRAY MOTO VEST - My Beloved, $15
PLAID INFINITY SCARF - Made by my mom
EARRINGS - T&J Designs (from Monday Mingle giveaway)
AQUA TIGHTS - Nordstrom
RED PURSE - B Makowsky, $85
BLACK BOOTS - Old Navy, $10



My $10 boots from Old Navy!!!
"Mommy, [Pigtails] threw a pebble into the toilet!"  I went over to check and indeed she had.  I would've fished it out but Sparkles likes to pee and often forgets to flush and I wasn't digging my hand in yellow water to get that little thing so I flushed it down. Hope it doesn't mess up our pipes...

When I first found out I was pregnant I checked out craigslist and bought a few pieces from a mom in her garage.  She threw in some freebies and this dress was one of them.  It has chiffon sleeves which I like.  I wore a scarf so I could link up to Silverstyle's "Trending Through The Decades" But sadly I missed out :(  I also wore tights so I could do Everybody Everywear.  Again, too late.  The upside is I'm wearing these cute black boots I got at Old Navy for $10!  They were on clearance AND I had a coupon.  My mom, Fair Isle, told me she could even put faux fur on them, so I'm excited about that!!!

I'm so lucky to have a talented mom like Fair Isle who can sew and make me some really great things (like my scarf and some cool cuffs!).  Unlike her daughter, who's not so good at being meticulous (okay, it's kinda an excuse).  Just feel like I often mess things up - like missing out on some really cool link ups - though hopefully I did NOT mess up our toilet!

***I am going to link up to "Thursdays Are for Thrifters" from Spunky Chateau!

48 comments:

A Very Sweet Blog said...

Hey Girl! I'm sure a pebble won't mess it up. You look awesome. I've seen blue tights, but that's an awesome shade for you. That was so sweet for that lady to throw in extra things. Loving that scarf! You are one haute momma. Hope all is well and Have a great evening!
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Unknown said...

I missed you this link up! I know you are busy but do enjoy when you stop by. That outfit is so cute! I love the colored tights. My days of those sadly are behind me.
Take care of yourself and happy flushing tomorrow?

Style Journey said...

A pebble? That's a new one. Hopefully it will be fine. Love these tights! What a cool color and they look great with this awesome freebie dress :)

my thrifty closet said...

fabulous outfit. I love the green tights. The black boots are such a great buy! I like how you did your scarf so effortlessly. A creative fall outfit, I like the layering.

mongs
mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

Gracey the Giant said...

Those tights are fabulous - a great pop of color with those great boots!

Unknown said...

ummmm i need those boots!

Dawn said...

Wow, the boots from Old Navy were a steal. What a talented mom you have...creative too. Kids are so funny with the things they come up with...why a pebble? too funny. Have a great weekend darling, you look just adorable and never have I seen you in the same thing...amazing. Dawn Suitcase Vignettes xo

Courtney Erin said...

Those are some seriously cute $10 shoes....

xoxo ~ Courtney
http://sartorialsidelines.com

Shon said...

The boots: Fierce
The pop of the bag and tights: WOW

Well done!! Have a great weekend!!

Anonymous said...

How did you score those amazing boots for $10??? I've been looking EVERYWHERE for boots like those. Ugh, jealousy.

<3 Cambria
jupefashion.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

Hahaha...a pebble in the toilet! LOL The adventures of life with kids:-)
I am LOVING your super cheap, super cute boots!
I also love the aqua tights. I've had some blue tights from last year still in the pack--I need to break them out this year!
Looking fab as usual:-))

Frannie Pantz said...

Bummer on the link ups (and the pebble) but the upside is that you are one goooooorgeous pregnant lady! Love love love your $10 boots and the bright tights and the scarf! You are a lucky girl to have a mama who can sew!

D said...

I keep those disposable latex gloves handy for such occasions. Which is worse--fishing things out or having something accidentally drag in the bowl. $10 boots! Unbelievable!

Leah said...

I love that scarf! :)

Michelle Lee said...

love your earrings, bracelet and boots!
Old Navy has amazing boots for such an affordable price :)

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oomph. said...

omg, can't believe you got those boots for $10!!! i got the brown ones online and paid almost full price...and they are too big!!! the black looks real nice with those colored tights.

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Selvaggia Capizzi said...

Could your mother adopt me??? Mine is not even able to cook. I Love your boots and the whole outfit!

Summer-Raye said...

I love the tights. so cute.

Baby Budget Blog said...

$10 boots!!? Yes please :) LOVE the color of your tights too! Am trying to hunt down a similar color after seeing it in Lucky Mag.!

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Elle Sees said...

you look just darling

Bonnie said...

I really like the colorful tights peeking out. It's a nice burst of color without being too in your face.

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Twitter: @GlamKitten88

Teddi said...

oh, life, pebbles, & pipes. ;) you have got some super great deals to create that lovely outfit you have on. $10 boots, free dress, gifted scarf, hey ya! i really like those green tights.

The Mad Twins said...

So nice your pregnant! Congrats! Love your boots very much! And your colord tights as well!

You can still join our shabby apple giveaway 

CHOCAROME said...

I love your shoes and scarf! amazing outfit.

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rlutz said...

Such a steal with those great boots. Love how you styled those fun tights with the neutral dress!!
Have a great weekend!

Annie L said...

Old Navy has some great bargains for sure! Also loving the turquoise tights!
--Annie
newenglandromance.blogspot.com

Closet Fashionista said...

What a great dress! And I love the boots, awesome deal
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Punctuation Mark said...

moms are definitely the best... always finding a way to make us happy! have a great weekend!

rachel said...

$10?! wow! those are cute! and nice dress! you can't be free =)

Megan G said...

Hey even though you missed out on linking you, you still looked great! Those boots are totally fabulous. And hey free is AWESOME!

Anonymous said...

Nice colors!

Jazmin said...

You say $10 boots...so jealous. I feel a bit bad that lately ON doesn't have too many great products though meaning they are skimping out some on sewing lol.
The boots look gorgeous.

-Jaz
http://summerlilacs.blogspot.com/

Tiffany said...

I love the pop of color from your aqua tights!! You're looking lovely!

Unknown said...

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But, dont forget to give us your comment into my blog ya.

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Sophie in the Sticks said...

love your bold tights with the black dress, very chic :)

Unknown said...

I love meeting mommy bloggers. I love finding a good bargain. You look great, and I am so following you. :)

Jas
http://adamalexmommy.blogspot.com

Dolce said...

Liike your outfit :D so cute ~ and nice find on those boots! What a good deal!! They look really chic!


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Callie - Coffee and Cardigans said...

Absolutely love the bright pop of color those tights add to the outfit. Honestly, colored tights are one of my favorite things about colder weather. And they can add a great detail to just about any outfit. You look wonderful, Claire!

Callie @ unladylikeblog.blogspot.com

Style Me B.A.D said...

LOVEEE those tights! And that is so cool to have a mom who can sew!!

Bonnie said...

I had no idea those boots were only $10. How do you find the best bargains ever??? They are super cute.

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Twitter: @GlamKitten88

Tara said...

I think you probably got off easy with just a pebble being in the toilet...it could have been so much worse :)

I love the color of these tights, especially when paired with the neutral colors in the rest of the outfit. So pretty!

Kassi said...

You look amazing! The tights are a refreshing color. I saw those boots at Old Navy but they weren't in my size!They look great on you!

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BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

$10 boots??? What a deal!

Unknown said...

I cannot believe you got those boots for $10! I am dying!

xo Mary Jo

Meagan said...

I'm dying over that scarf and those $10 boots, Claire! Thanks for linking up!
-Meagan
www.spunkychateau.com

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