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| PATTERNED DRESS - Bisou Bisou (Thrifted) OLIVE MILITARY JACKET - Nordstrom WOODEN BRACELET - Heavenly Treasures BROWN WEDGES - Steve Madden BRONZE PURSE - B Makowsky |
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| A funny picture of my belly modeling my thrifted purse! |
"This is my baby. Want to see?" Princess Sparkles loves to show everyone the baby. It would be fine except that she loves to lift my shirt up so they can literally see my belly - stretch marks, and all. I wouldn't even want people checking out my belly if I had rock hard tanned abs! And after having two kids already, it's like a balloon that keeps getting stretched!
This is the outfit I wore to Cardigan's tea party baby shower on Sunday. The dress is thrifted, thanks to my my mom, Fair Isle and I found the bronze B Makowsky purse at GW for $8!!! I couldn't believe it. It normally retails for $150. I couldn't believe what a steal it was! The military jacket is like a glorified sweatshirt. I got it at Nordstrom a few years ago, and it's very comfortable.
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| Princess Sparkles: "Want to see the baby?" |
I wanted to give a couple big THANK YOUs to a few blog friends who have recently (and randomly) chosen me as a winner of their giveaways! I won a fun funky purple skull purse from Siren via the Cat Hag, a $50 gift card to the Limited from H&K Style Journey, and a scrapbooking kit from Unladylike. Seriously, I never win anything, but I'm super lucky when it comes to some of these blog giveaways (and I'm extremely thankful too!).
Finding some great deals (either on the clearance racks of Target and Old Navy, or at the local thrift store) really makes my week enjoyable. But still, nothing beats winning a blog giveaway (except winning 3!). It almost makes me forget about all those stretch marks! Almost...
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46 comments:
Wow! Congrats on all your wins. I laughed at the balloon belly part. Completely understand. I was so excited after the 1st one that I remained unscathed but then #2. . . uh - it's the end of bikinis FOREVER. :)
Jenn
You are one lucky girl for winning so much and what great find! You look awesome!
XOXO
Shels
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You won 3 giveaways??? Lucky girl! That dress is fabulous and the bag is a real steal!
Congrats on all your winnings! Had
to take a closer look at Princess
Sparkles' leopard print slippers.
She sure has inherited your style
genes!
Sexy dress. ;)
Woah lots of awesome giveaway wins! :D
And I love the print of that dress :)
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That picture showing your belly is adorable! Stretch marks are the pits. Love the military jacket too. Congrats on your winnings :) And oh m gee! Princess Sparkles sure is styling!
Your dress is very beautiful. Cute daughter.
Patience
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Ugh, I've never won anything haha--you're lucky stiff! And as far as stretch marks go...girlfriend, I've never had a baby and I've got them. So don't be bashful :)
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Congrats to you lady!! Oh and I love the leopard that Princess Sparkles is wearing!! :-)
Jayme @ Her Late Night Cravings
Look at you winning all of these giveaways! Pretty soon, it should be my turn. Right? RIGHT??? :)
I love the print on this dress. It's really abstract and unique.
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HA! "This is my baby" That's so cute! But I can definitely see the lifting of the shirt being a problem... Oh silly kiddos. I love that jacket. And those shoes are great!
when princess sparkles grows up, & has a pregnant belly of her own. you could lift up her shirt, & say, "this is my grandchild, wanna see?" fab thrifty finds claire. am i too old for a red tutu?
Wow! Can you pick some lottery numbers for me??? Look at all your scores!
I HATED people to see my belly when I was pregnant. Poor Claire! How cute of your daughter, though. That is adorable.
Speaking of adorable, this dress was made for you and your belly! You look absolutely stunning!
Girl, you look very stylish! Fabulous oufit, well put together!
Princess looks beautiful, she is so sweet!
hugs and kisses by Mani.
very cool that pics!!
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I love your style! You're so cute!
Hehe your new bub must be bringing you massive amounts of luck! :)
You look gorgeous in that patterned dress, all casual and chic.
Hope you are having a good week sweetie. <3
xoxo,
Addie
The Cat Hag
Wait--princess Sparkles outfit--hello? Leopard, Kitty, and tutu--seriously she puts Betsy Johnson to shame!
You always make me laugh Claire! Hope you are feeling ok and taking it easy!
xo Mary Jo
That print is pretty.
You're such a lucky lady! I adore your outfit, I love the colors, so nice and pretty! Princess Sparkles is sure cute <3 !!
Jo Bao ♥
Congrats on winning the giveaways
That is a great purse! Love that you thrifted it!
-Meagan
www.spunkychateau.com
you lucky girl! Your post title makes me giggle..hehe..I was trying to guess the relation between each items. You look fabulous of course, the printed dress so psychedelic chic. You are getting big and adorable, can't wait to see your baby!
mongs
mythriftycloset.blogspot.com
aw! princess sparkles is too adorbz.
Wow, congrats on all the loot :) I know I'll be prone to stretch marks if I have kids so of course I'm horrified at the idea :) LOVE the print on that dress and the neckline. Sexy!!!
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Cute bag
she's so cute!!! congrats on the wins... it's always nice to win a little something!
Wow congrats on winning the giveaways. You're a lucky girl.
I love your outfit. You look pretty. And Princess Sparkles is adorable.
nice belly
Love,
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You look beautiful, Claire!! I know all about stretched out bellies. It's been 18 months and mine's still all mushy. lol
um, yeah...let's not talk about those stretch marks, lol. makes me sad.
i've won a few giveaways recently, too. congrats on your wins!
i have my eye on a green jacket too...i like this one with the orange dress.
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The dress is pretty! How exciting to (The Limited gift card) I like their pants and blouses, makes finding clothing that fits look nice for work.
Don't miss my giveaway: http://summerlilacs.blogspot.com/2011/11/weekend-giveaway-cupcake-camisole.html
congrats on the wins and cute outfit love the bag!
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you look beautiful!! Congrats on the baby and your adorable little girl!! I can't believe you paid 8 dollars for that bag.
-V
PS Giveaway on my blog! http://stylishlyme.com
Wow 3 wins? Did u play the lotto too? You're on a roll! And 8 bucks for a markowsky bag is a total steal!
you look great I love your outfit! I'd love it if you would add this to my blog party at http://raegunwear.blogspot.com
Love that dress pattern...it's gorgeous!
I can't believe you won three in a week...I'm goig to come hang out with you to see if I can get some of that good luck to rub off :)
You always find such amazing deals--that bag is awesome! And i love that jacket with the dress!
Wow! What a great deal on that bag. Your dress is very pretty too. Congrats on all your winning. ^_^
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You are always on point!! Love the look. My kids always wanted to expose me as well when I was expecting. Too funny!
you are so lucky with the blog giveaways AND with finds at the thrift store! nice purse and dress!
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She's very proud of her new sibling..haha That dress looks great on you and can probably work after giving birth too.
You are giving so many ideas for my future(1-2 years away) maternity style.
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