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Friday, August 19, 2011

Thrifted Trapeze Tank and an Announcement

AQUA TRAPEZE TANK - Calvin Klein (Thrifted - Thanks, mom!)
BLACK CARDIGAN - Express
WHITE JEANS - James Jeans
WHITE WRAP BRACELET - Cara
BLACK WEDGES - Colin Stuart

I have an announcement to make... I am going to be a grandmother!  And I'm not even going to be a grandmother of 1 but 2 little babies (not human babies either, but a cow and a rhino).  Yesterday morning Princess Sparkles came to me with her plush cow stuffed in her dress telling me she had a baby in her belly.  Then five seconds later, Pigtails came running in with a little figurine in her shirt too (the rhino), only she has to hold it in there with her hands because it's so little!  I'm just so proud!

Princess Sparkles' baby belly

Pigtails "carries" her baby
I wanted to wear something thrifted today so I could link up to Spunky Chateau's "Thursdays are for Thrifters."  Do you ever get stuck because you try and plan an outfit around one piece?  Sometimes I even plan around a pair of shoes, especially if they're new.  I actually started out with a different thrifted shirt, but after NOT being able to figure out what to wear with it I went with this shirt that my mom thrifted for me.  I wore my go-to white jeans because, well, I was so discouraged after my first outfit dilemma that I couldn't figure out what else to wear!

The outfit turned out fine, I think.  Though I have to say it's sometimes hard to photograph loose trapeze tops like this because they have a tendency to look shapeless.  I think it helped to put that black cardi on.  But although this shirt has plenty of room, unlike Princess Sparkles and Pigtails, I will never ever be stuffing anything in it!
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47 comments:

  1. EllieAugust 19, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    I'm pretty sure every time I come back to your blog they blow me away more an more. They are adorable!!! Congrats ;) !

    -Ellie

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  2. UnknownAugust 19, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Haha, you faked me out ;) Love your pretty outfit and can't wait to see the half Princess Sparkles, half Pigtails baby rhinos and plush cow babies!

    xo Mary Jo

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  3. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxAugust 19, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Happy weekend, dear!!!!!

    Kisses

    http://style-and-cia.blogspot.com

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  4. Bravoe RunwayAugust 19, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    I think you did a fantastic job styling this trapeze top! They're not easy to style in my opinion! The last time I wore that yellow one, I tucked it into my skirt. You could try to belt it if you wore it alone and create some what of a 'peplum' waist but then I'd suggest skinny jeans. This was just perfect the cardigan added the perfect touch! Congrats...lol!

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  5. Megan GAugust 19, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Sweet look! Love the blouse. This is so sleek and clean. White jeans are where it's at in the blog-o-sphere it seems.

    Also you had me do a double take as I scrolled down~! I thought both your little ones were well... little. Too cute.

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  6. Style, She WroteAugust 19, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    How sweet!! Congratulations "Grandma"! ;)

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  7. Closet FashionistaAugust 19, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Hahaha awwww how adorable!!! :D
    and I love this outfit! It looks so nice :)
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  8. ShonAugust 19, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Ahh, so cute!! I am in a rut when it comes to my white pants!! You shared that you have a hard time with white blouses, and I am stuck trying to wear my white pants?? Thank you for the inspiration. Have a great weekend!!

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  9. Courtney ErinAugust 19, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Too funny - they're so adorably sweet! And I love that blue top paired with those pants, a perfect summer look.


    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  10. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    Your little girls are so funny...ha ha Congrats new grandma. I think the shirt looks perfect with the jeans. I can hardly tell it's a flowy top by you ANTM pose! ;)

    That shade of teal is a perfect color for you!

    Have a great weekend!!

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  11. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    Kids say the cutest things! I love your whole look. That top is adorable

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  12. the desert foxxAugust 19, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    Oh very nice thrifted top! Oh that kid is too cute
    xx

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  13. UnknownAugust 20, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    thank you for your lovely comment on my blog! i hoper you will be soon my lovely follower!
    i send you a kiss!
    miriamstella ( from Italy)
    ps. i wait for you!!!

    http://isfashionmypassion.blogspot.com/

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  14. Luisa RodríguezAugust 20, 2011 at 5:17 AM

    Loved the outfit




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    http://mustbeliberating.blogspot.com/

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  15. ViktoriaAugust 20, 2011 at 5:19 AM

    Ooooh I have a tank that color and white pants... May have to try this soon!

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  16. The Clothes MaidenAugust 20, 2011 at 6:16 AM

    Aw so cute!! :)

    I love thrift stores as well and your top is gorgeous!

    www.clothesmaiden.blogspot.com

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  17. marysia-kAugust 20, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Lovely blog. !

    marysia-k.blogspot.com

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  18. Baby Budget BlogAugust 20, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    I love that blue color! Has to be one of my favorite colors! Great find!!

    www.plentyforpennies.com

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  19. MarinaAugust 20, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    They are so cute :) And you really look great, as always :)

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  20. UnknownAugust 20, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Heehee how cute! I re-read the first sentence a few times wondering how it was possible! Your girls have quite the imagination! I absolutely love the teal tank on you- very elegant.

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  21. Oh my Dior!August 20, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    lovely pants!

    http://www.ohmydior.org/

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  22. Once Upon A Time...August 20, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    your kids are too sweet!!! i really like the outfit you're wearing! you're so pretty!

    jos xx

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  23. The PvdH JournalAugust 20, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Oh hahahaha... I was just going to be like "WOOOOOW, are you kidding?! You must be the youngest looking grandmother on earth!)"

    What cuties you have! You ought to be so so proud ;)

    PvdH

    www.ThePvdHJournal.com

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  24. erica marieAugust 20, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Aw how cute of your girls, that's too sweet. I love that you added a cardigan to your trapeze top b/c I sometimes think they are so shapeless. You look great :)

    erica

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  25. Selvaggia CapizziAugust 20, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    You are going to be a very heterogeneous family!!! You are a very stylish granny!!!
    xx

    http://dontcallmefashionblogger.blogspot.com

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  26. Bird Bug PugAugust 20, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    this outfit is devine, i love the colors and textures

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  27. Shea LennonAugust 20, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Yes, I know what you mean about trying to plan a look around one piece. Sometimes I'll be in the mood to wear something and I have a hard time deciding what to wear with it! But I love that top--and I think you're right, the cardigan gives it a nice shape!

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  28. jessAugust 20, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    I love the top.

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  29. Amy's Fashion BlogAugust 20, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Congrats. Too Cute. I love the color of your tank

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  30. FedeAugust 21, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    love this outfit and also the photo.....granny ah ah ah

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  31. Natalie LeungAugust 21, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    very sweet outfit, its so great to find thrifted items !

    and congrats on being a grandmother! so sweet!!

    natalie
    http://lucyandtherunaways.blogspot.com

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  32. SlauditoryAugust 21, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    The toy babies are hilarious! Also, your outfit is so chic. What is it about wide-leg white pants/jeans that screams "sophisticated city lady"?

    http://slauditory.blogspot.com

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  33. zizi bloomAugust 21, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    nice post!
    thank you for your comment darling!
    zizi
    www.zizibloom.blogspot.com

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  34. MeaganAugust 21, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Your girls are so funny! And I love this entire outfit but I am dying over those white jeans!
    -Meagan
    http://spunkychateau.blogspot.com

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  35. Destined For NowAugust 21, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    How cute are those kiddos! I just adore that little story. And you look cute too! So brave to wear white pants. The outfit is really brought together by them...very classy.

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  36. Sophie in the SticksAugust 21, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    hehe, you had me really confused there! I have so much frustration trying to put outfits together.

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  37. truehaven.co.ukAugust 21, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Kids are cute but you look cute too! nice outfit! and love your blog! :)

    Kavita.
    www.truehaven.co.uk

    xox

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  38. UnknownAugust 21, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    that outfit is completely amaze

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  39. JessAugust 21, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Hahaha! Congrats on your news! Perhaps you will make it into the Guinness World Records as "youngest grandmother" as well as "first grandmother of a cow and a rhino"!!!!

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  40. AnonymousAugust 21, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    Claire--much as I admire your lovely outfits, I return again and again to your blog because of the funny, precious things your daughters do. So, when are the "babies" due?

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  41. my thrifty closetAugust 22, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    your girls are so hilarious! Love the Aqua trapeze, didn't know it has a name..haha.. is it silk? THe fabric is so lovely. It's perfect with white pants!

    love.mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  42. Jayme @ Her Late Night CravingsAugust 22, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Lovely outfit!! And your girls are too cute!

    Jayme & Mendi @ Her Late Night Cravings

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  43. TaraAugust 22, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Well, congratulations on the new additions :)

    I love the color and shape of this top, so much, and it looks so great with the white jeans!

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  44. DAugust 23, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    You're going to be a great grandmother. Both are vegetarians, aren't they? cause those are going to be big babies!
    Nice outfit and tip for making loose tops photo well.

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  45. UnknownSeptember 22, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Love this outfit! Great choices!- Jessica

    http://thirtyandgirly.blogspot.com/

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