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Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Lace Jacket, Jeffrey Campbell Boots and Lots of Bracelets

LACE JACKET - Forever 21
GRAY DRESS - Gifted
DENIM BELT - Style Xpress
LEATHER CROSSBODY BAG - Thrifted
EASE-UP ESPADRILLE BOOTS - Jeffrey Campbell
BRACELETS - see below


ARM PARTY

Right:
PEARL BRACELETS - made by a friend
WATCH - Michael Kors
GOLD LEATHER STUD BRACELET - Cara
WHITE LEATHER STUD BRACELET - Cara

Left:
BEADED BRACLETS - Forever 21
BROWN LEATHER GOLD CUFF - made by my mom
CREAM/GOLD MULTI STRAND BRACELET - H&M
"Mommy, you're wearing skates!"  That's what Princess Sparkles said to me when she saw me wearing my new pair of Jeffrey Campbell wedge booties (thanks to my sister, Polka Dots, for the belated birthday gift!).  I had to laugh because it actually didn't occur to me that they looked like skates but once she said it I realized she was right. 

My "Skates" - Jeffrey Campbell

Today's theme is "arm party," thanks to Pretty Shiny Sparkly's "Bloggers Do It Better" challenge.  I'm really excited to be trying my hand at bangles galore (speaking of Bangles, in elementary school I did a dance to "Walk Like an Egyptian" for a talent show...but anyway).  I've always wished I was a better accessorizer, but find myself usually keeping it simple.  So this was a lot of fun for me to try!

Because I was heavily accessorized, I decided to keep the outfit simple with neutral colors.  I was thrilled to wear my lace jacket again and finally got to wear a french dress (literally from France) my good friend, Fedora, gave me in a pile of hand-me-downs.  The purse was thrifted by my mom, Fair Isle, and the belt was only $.50 at a local store!!! 

Thrifted Crossbody Bag
Anyway, this summer has been a whirlwind.  Can't believe it's already August!  We've definitely been keeping busy with lots of activities.  Too bad my Jeffrey Campbell's don't have wheels on them, it'd make keeping up with my girls a heck of a lot easier!

***Linking up to Pleated Poppy's "What I Wore Wednesday," "Bloggers Do It Better" and "Thursdays are for Thrifters" at Spunky Chateau
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55 comments:

  1. That Chelsea Girl™August 3, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    To answer your question you left on my blog about how I've met readers: most of the people I meet that have read my blog go to my school. Otherwise, it's been at blogger meet-ups, and other events in Austin with a high-volume of bloggers. It's weird that someone recognizes me from a photo I posted (I don't do a lot of outfit posts because I am too self-conscious).

    Anywho.
    Your lace jacket is very pretty. And all the accessories--fun stuff!
    Take care.

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  2. BonnieAugust 3, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    Those "skates" are fierrrrrce, girl!! I love how you rock these. I also have to compliment you on your crazzzzyy nail polish. I'm so glad that I am not the only one who can't stick with just one color on all 10 nails!

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  3. robynAugust 3, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Love your look! This has been a fun challenge :)

    robyn of boluxe.wordpress.com

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  4. Gracey the GiantAugust 3, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Oh, I love this tough look on you. And I even like the skates. Which reminds me, I swear that I saw actual skate shoes in one of the magazines for fall - I want to say it was D Squared's line. Have you seen them? Crazy.

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  5. Style JourneyAugust 3, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    I am sooo in love with this lace jacket! I remember you wore it on lace day for EBEW if I remember correctly. The boots are super cool!

    If Princess Sparkles thinks they look like skates, that's a compliment because roller skating is the most fun thing ever!

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  6. Closet FashionistaAugust 3, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    Oooh love those boots! :D
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  7. Courtney ErinAugust 3, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    That little lace jacket is so stylish! What a great piece!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  8. marjorie roseAugust 3, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    HI! Happy WIWW! I just loved how you combined all the elements here and made it uniquely your look. Everything is perfect!

    P.S. Awesome thrift buys.. finding that one of a kind, precious item is the best feeling..

    Have a wonderful week!

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  9. Megan GAugust 3, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    What a sweet blazer. I love the wedges, and they do kind of look like skates - in a good way!

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  10. AnonymousAugust 3, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Loving the arm party and I wish I could have participated in today's "BDIB". Cute boots! How high are those wedges??

    Love the lace blazer very Material Girl!

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  11. JessAugust 3, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Love that belt and your fun boots... oh, and the bangles of course! :)

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  12. The Cat HagAugust 3, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Thanks for joining my giveaway babe! ♥

    How have you been?

    Hehe, I am glad to see bigger photos on your blog, so I can be more stalker-ish and peer closely at the photos of you and your awesome outfit.

    The lace jacket and grey dress go together so beautifully! :)


    xoxo,
    Addie
    The Cat Hag
    Join My Giveaway

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  13. Bravoe RunwayAugust 3, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Love this lace jacket and your participation in the arm party challenge! I have to find out about these things much earlier so I can plan for it! You look fantastic!

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  14. JTWisdomAugust 3, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    Love how you mixed the pearl bracelets in. Great arm party. Pretty Jacket too!

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  15. AnonymousAugust 3, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    You have more bracelets in your arm party than I even own!

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  16. Selvaggia CapizziAugust 4, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    I love your boots!!! They are so original! And i am really intrigued by this arm party thing!!!
    xx
    http://dontcallmefashionblogger.blogspot.com/

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  17. Bird Bug PugAugust 4, 2011 at 1:05 AM

    that is some serious arm party! i didn't know you had a michael kors watch too! it's like.. some weird invisible blogging club to own one i think... what color is yours? rose gold or gold? mines tortoise shell

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  18. my thrifty closetAugust 4, 2011 at 1:47 AM

    what a lovely outfit. I love the neutral color scheme. The lacy jacket is so pretty. The dress is a wonderful HMD so simple and chic. Love the matching belt, bag and boots, what a steal! Only 50 cents for the belt?!!
    The accessories are fabulous too.

    love,mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  19. MarinaAugust 4, 2011 at 2:14 AM

    I love it, dress is great! And everything else, of course :)

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  20. UnknownAugust 4, 2011 at 4:22 AM

    I say rock on mama! Let's see what do i love about your outfit.....jacket check, boots check,
    belt check!

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  21. TiffanyAugust 4, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    Oh, I love the whole look!! Especially all the arm candy!

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  22. AmandaAugust 4, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Thanks for the comment on my blog, loooove your lace cardi and awesome thrifted cross-body bag!

    http://thelittlestunicornonearth.blogspot.com/

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  23. CherylAugust 4, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    Love the matching footwear and belt! :)

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  24. Baby Budget BlogAugust 4, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Ah, what can I say about those boots!! SO COOL! Loving that lace jacket too :)

    www.plentyforpennies.com

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  25. JaclynAugust 4, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    Looove seeing items I can't imagine possibly wearing (that lace jacket) in your fashion posts b/c they're always so fantastic! You're rocking it, girl. Also ... here's to the bracelet sleeve trend that seems to be here. Totally digging it.

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  26. UnknownAugust 4, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    If only I comuld get away with high wedges I'd so get some Jeffrey Campbell ones. So sorry yesterday didn't work omit- they were an hr and a half late so it was for the best, but I would so much rather have been hanging out with you!

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  27. MeaganAugust 4, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    I am so jealous of your jeffrey campbell's!
    -Meagan
    http://spunkychateau.blogspot.com

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  28. JessicaAugust 4, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    You look amazing. I love the pairing of the boots with the beautiful lace jacket.

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  29. KimberlyAugust 4, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    i really love that lace jacket it's so cute!

    http://kc-citystyle.blogspot.com/

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  30. MeriAugust 4, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    I like the lace jacket, but your grey dress is the rock star of this outfit- I love it! It's a really pretty shade of grey and I also just like the style of it. I have this old American Apparel dress from about 4 years ago that has a similar style that I wear all of the time, to the point that it got embarrassing because its in so many pictures haha.

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  31. The Suburb ExperimentAugust 4, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    Yay for Jeffrey Campbell! Now let's see those Sperrys. :) Thank you so much for the support. I've "met" so many interesting people (like you) that I never would have thanks to blogging and I'm very grateful.

    Jenn

    P.S. LOVING the bigger pictures.

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  32. Jayme @ Her Late Night CravingsAugust 4, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    You know how we feel about arm candy...LOVE your stack!! The cuff your mom made is so nice!

    Jayme & Mendi @ Her Late Night Cravings

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  33. nooneAugust 4, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    those bracelets are amazing, I am always a fan of stacked up bracelets!

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  34. AnonymousAugust 4, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Love that jacket! x

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  35. Fashion Confessions of a MommyAugust 4, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    I love this cotton dress lace jacket combo. The thick belt looks very nicely too.
    Daphne.
    http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com

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  36. UnknownAugust 4, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Haha...skates!? That's too funny! I love your arm party though!

    http://thriftyandshameless.blogspot.com

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  37. rachelAugust 4, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    they do look a little like skates!! nice bracelets and outfit!

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  38. Sophie in the SticksAugust 4, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    omg I love those boots so much I can't bear to look! Lace jacket is goregous too. Looking fab Claire xxx

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  39. Alba MAugust 4, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    Love the lace jacket!! So cute <3

    http://albamecaj.blogspot.com/

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  40. Shea LennonAugust 4, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    That lace jacket is so pretty, I love how you're wearing it! And the arm party definitely rocks! I don't have very many bracelets--mine would just be an arm "quiet night in".

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  41. truehaven.co.ukAugust 4, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Nice Nails.. and the shoes are beautiful ...


    Kavita

    www.truehaven.co.uk

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  42. Style, She WroteAugust 4, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Great lace blazer! Love it! xo style, she wrote

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  43. Mallory In New YorkAugust 4, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Love it!! I'm in love with lace these days, and your accessories make it even better! :)

    http://malloryinnewyork.blogspot.com

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  44. DAugust 4, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Man, that's a whole lot of arm party. Reminds me of those martial arts movies where the arm bracelets are used for self defense. One place not to wear them--live theater. You can't imagine how much noise they can make with the slightest motion!

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  45. TaraAugust 4, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    I love the idea of an arm party...I need to start getting in on these fun link-ups, I think!

    Those boots are maybe the most fantastic boots ever...your sister does good work :)

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  46. UnknownAugust 4, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    you look adorable!

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  47. ClaireAugust 5, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    you look fab! I need to ear multiple bracelets....it's not like i dont have a drawer full lol

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  48. Once Upon A Time...August 5, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    lovely outfit, especially the lace jacket!!! that so cute of princess sparkles to actually resemble the shoes to skates!!!

    jos xx

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  49. EllieAugust 5, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Love this outfit! The shoes are awesome, and so is Princess Sparkles!
    -Ellie

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  50. mroAugust 5, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    You look great! I love those boots and your lace jacket is oooo-soooo pretty! (I have a similar version, different brand though!)

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  51. EmilyAugust 9, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    This is my favorite of yours! I really like the bigger pictures. You look stunning! That lace jacket is just the essence of pretty, and the boots lend a masculine touch.

    xoxo
    Em

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  52. AdminAugust 19, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    What I feel is that Jeffrey Campbell boots are still going to be in style since they are still very popular and not very women are complaining about his designs. Although they are not as classy as the top end brands, they do go well with a number of outfits. There are many styles you can choose from and each design has a different story. They may not be the best of the lot, but are certainly tough and bold, which is a good thing for any woman who wants to make a statement with her outfit.

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    Screen superb and actually helps them understand the subject better. Moving Perth

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  54. CatCatNovember 20, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    Absolutely love the skates, I mean the boots.haha. Your collection of bracelets are great too. Love the outfit!

    Cheers,
    Cathy@nurse shoe

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