Monday, August 26, 2013

Leather Peplum, Green Stripes and a Preschooler

"Don't worry, Mommy, I'll come back for you."
Pigtails let me know.
I've been getting sentimental with Pigtails starting preschool soon.
"It's okay, Mommy.  It's okay."
Then Pigtails held out her hand.
"Here, kiss my hand."

BLACK PEPLUM - New York and Co.
ZEBRA PRINT PLEATED SKIRT - Anonymous LA
BRACELET - iSanctuary
BROWN WEDGES - Target

GREEN STRIPED SHIRT - Forever 21 (swapped)
GREEN IKAT SHORTS - Target
BRACELET - Carpe Diem
TURQUOISE MOCCASINS - Target

I wore this black peplum with the pleated zebra skirt to church.  I bought this peplum a while back before they had so many inexpensive choices.  I like that it has pleather and fabric so it's stretchy and comfy.  The green outfit was kinda a fun experiment, pairing stripes with ikat.  I got the shorts and the Minnetonka knock-offs both from Target for less than $10 each.


Pigtails and her unique way of wearing sunglasses

I changed up my uniform a little this week, forgoing the booties, cut offs and cardigans.  I like mixing it up with a skirt and peplum, or some ikat and stripes.  But don't worry, ankle booties, I'll come back for you...








16 comments:

Frannie Pantz said...

Aw!!! It's so much harder for mommies than for kiddos when they start school. Good for her for having compassion and independence! Love that peplum!

two birds said...

my kiddos started school today...it's never easy, and always emotional!! i love your take on the inspiration, and i love that skirt! so fun!

renae said...

I'll have to try that way of wearing sunglasses! lol

Cute ensembles for you! I haven't been to your blog in like ---forevah!!!

Patti said...

awww, Pigtails knows how to make it better! Love this peplum top, and thanks for sharing with Visible Monday.

Fashion Confessions of a Mommy said...

Love the peplum leather top. I am totally stocking up on leather pieces for the fall. Love the edgy trend.
Daphne.

Kezzie said...

Awww nice to know she's taking care of you! I love the green strip top! Wish I could wear that today!

Imogen said...

So sweet. I often hear that's its much harder for the mums than the kids

Claire said...

my youngest niece goes to High School in Sept! She's toooooo little haha!

Unknown said...

Oh, I loved what she said! Sooo sweet, and you a bit sentimental, which absolutely normal, but she was so strong, so self-conscious and sweet all at the same time! I am impressed (I looove children!) You all look, as usual, so beautiful and I love the peplum! denisesplanet com

Teddi said...

perfect church outfit! the green shorts mix screams happy summer day. pigtails is such a cutie. claire, that story reminds me of the children's book "the kissing hand". have you heard of it?

ilovetrends said...

Nice pics!
xoxo

Hena Tayeb said...

your girls are so cute.

Maiken said...

and once again your little ones are showing their humour talent. Pigtails is adorable. oh and I really like your fancy peplum top! I myself still don't own the right one..

Maiken,
Maikeni blogi - part of me

BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

Great Target scores!

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Love this outfit and how cute are the kids??

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Unknown said...

Hey Claire! Haven't "seen" you in a while. Still as stylish as ever. We share a very similar striped green top- I love it! The girls are getting so big. I know I haven't stopped by in a while. -Jessica L