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Friday, May 20, 2011

Prep School - Bloggers Do It Better

SWEATER VEST WITH MOCK SHIRT - Apartment 9 (Thrifted)
MEN'S TIE - Mara (Thanks, Henley!)
KHAKI SHORTS - Stoosh
CLUTCH - Cortenay (Vintage)
T-STRAP DENIM HEELS - Forever 21
PINK WATCH - Tommy Hilfiger
Today when I arrived at Fair Isle's house, Princess Sparkles turned to my mom (who was wearing a green gingham button up shirt) and said, "You're wearing a boy's shirt."  Fair Isle replied, "Girls can wear boys' clothes AND girls' clothes."  Princess Sparkles smiled.  She liked that idea.

I too liked the idea and was excited to see that the Bloggers Do It Better challenge was Prep School.  The requirement was to wear a tie, vest and/or blazer.  I've never actually tried this "menswear" look.  But there's something really fun about it!  I might have to start stealing Camouflage's ties (he doesn't wear 'em that often, anyways).

Well, I'm off to a women's church retreat this weekend.  It'll be nice to have some time sans kiddos to fellowship, listen to a speaker, do crafts and possibly get a little shopping in.  I think I'll keep my tie on too.  Because I love the idea of wearing menswear to a women's retreat!
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25 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 20, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    oooh, this color combo is my fave of all the BDIB outfits! so unique! LOVE this vibe of the whole ensemble. :)

    have a great weekend!

    kimchi girl

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  2. my thrifty closetMay 20, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    so preppy cute! The colors are bright and summery too. Have a great retreat!


    love~mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  3. TiffanyMay 20, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    Women's retreat... how fun! My church has one every year, but I've never gone. I always think it'd be fun though. Maybe next time, I will.

    And by the way, I think you look fantastic! I wore a tie today, too and it was so much fun! My husband loved it on me. =) I really like that orange & khaki!

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  4. Pau VillafuerteMay 20, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    You pulled off the challenge well! Women's retreat sounds like lotsa fun.

    <3 Paulyn

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  5. Baby Budget BlogMay 20, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    I like this look! I think you did a great job and I'm loving the orange vest!

    www.plentyforpennies.com

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  6. AlexMay 20, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    oh how cute! I love all of this, especially the tie and the bermuda length shorts, you did a wonderful job :)

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  7. Alexia MillerMay 20, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    Very cute, hate I missed da challenge today!

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  8. Fashion Confessions of a MommyMay 20, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    You did great. I love the vest over longer shorts idea. Such cute colors too.

    Daphne.
    http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com

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  9. Roxy HeartMay 21, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    Very cute!
    Have fun at the retreat!
    http://www.fashuhneestah.com/

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  10. Sophie in the SticksMay 21, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Did I not comment already? I must be getting forgetful. Cute look for your preppy outfit! Love te knit tank! I tagged you for an award on my blog :)

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  11. Courtney ErinMay 21, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    I love how you pulled this together! You can wear a tie like nobody's business.

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

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  12. ClaireMay 21, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    the look suits you! have a lovely retreat :)x

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  13. AlbeeLuckyMay 21, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    You did such a good job with this trend. Love how you girl-a-fied it w/the heels and orange clutch.
    xo-AlbeeLucky.blogspot.com

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  14. Soleil St. FleurMay 21, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    Claire, I'm enjoying your blog. It seems we have quite a bit in common, apart from the obvious...this play on tomboy style is something I love to do. Fabulous look! xx from Soleil.

    http://sharpthreads.blogspot.com/

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  15. Gracey the GiantMay 21, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Love this prep school look on you - you look fabulous!

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  16. GretchTMMay 21, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    I'm loving the new layout and that look is great on you!!

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  17. KimberleeMay 22, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    So funny that your princess told grandma that she was wearing boys clothes. Kids are so honest...I love it. You look great. Have an awesome retreat.

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  18. Michelle's Style FileMay 22, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Fab preppy look! Love the bag and shoes : )
    x
    Michelle
    www.michellesstylefile.blogspot.com

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  19. AnonymousMay 22, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    Too cute!! Love the tie and those shoes...makes me want to head to F21 today! You look great in the whole look:-)

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  20. ShasieMay 22, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Love the orange vest and the pattern and color of the tie!

    Shasie
    Live Life in Style

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  21. Shea LennonMay 22, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    I agree, it was fun to try a menswear look! I love the tie and sweatervest, especially with the feminine sandals.

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  22. JessMay 22, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    Menswear is always tough because you have to balance it out with something feminine - but you did it perfectly!

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  23. DMay 22, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Love this look! You make old men's ties look amazingly sexy worn like that. I'm off to the thrift shop to find me a wide old tie!

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  24. Lacy@uphillandsmilingMay 24, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    love this look and the colors :) I hope you have fun.

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