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Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Remixing a Summer Dress for the Fall

FLORAL DRESS - Old Navy
FAUX LEATHER JACKET - Loehmanns
CHAIN NECKLACE - Downtown LA Fashion District
GRAY WEDGE BOOTIES - Jeffrey Campbell

HOW I WORE IT IN APRIL:
DENIM VEST - American Eagle
LEATHER WRAP BRACELET - Made by my mom
PINK PEEP-TOE HEELS - Seychelles
Recently, my sister Polka Dots went out and when she came back Princess Sparkles asked her what she did.  Polka Dots told her she saw "The Help."  Sparkles asked if she too could see the movie with her Auntie but Polka Dots told her "probably not" since they said some bad words.  Princess Sparkles replied, "Like what?"  Then she whispered, "Did they say... I don't like Jesus?" 

Today for the fashion challenge from Megan Mae Daily and Casual Chic Kiki, I'm remixing a summer dress for the fall.  I decided to wear my $6 floral dress from Old Navy and my favorite Jeffrey Campbell booties (or "skates" as Princess Sparkles calls them) which I actually think you can wear year-round!

Pigtails photobombs my pic
It's been a busy week with Polka Dots around and Princess Sparkles' birthday.  I have something cool I've been meaning to share with my blog friends though I think I'll wait until I finish the fashion challenge to tell everyone.  I also received a couple really cool awards from some blog friends and can't wait to post those too!

Anyway, I'm not especially loving the heat.  It was difficult to remix this dress for the fall in 90+ degree weather (luckily I snapped these photos earlier in the morning).  I hope it starts to cool off soon, otherwise I too might be saying some bad words :)

 
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37 comments:

  1. Style JourneySeptember 7, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    The photo bomb picture is great!

    Love both ways you wore the dress. The $6 price tag is even better!

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  2. Gracey the GiantSeptember 7, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    Love the remix for fall - it's just perfect. And that is such a great dress - even more so for only $6!!

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  3. RebeccaSeptember 7, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    I like the dress with the jacket, and Princess Sparkles sounds adorable.

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  4. AlbeeLuckySeptember 7, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Great remix for Fall. I adore your faux leather jacket and it's perfect with a floral dress. You look so chic. BTW- love the little pic w/Pigtails, she's adorable.

    xo- AlbeeLucky.blogspot.com

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  5. MelissaSeptember 7, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Did they say I don't like Jesus...THAT is precious.

    You look fantastic! I love how you made it work for fall...even though it's not quite fall yet.

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  6. TaraSeptember 7, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    I literally (said like Rob Lowe on Parks & Rec, if you watch that show) laughed out loud at the 'don't like Jesus' comment...I think you're girls might be some of the cutest I've ever seen :)

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  7. AnonymousSeptember 7, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Love both ways you wore this dress and your boots are the first pair of Jeffrey Campbell boots I actually like! Your photo bomber is so adorable! Ha ha

    We can switch states because we have rain and cold weather over here in PA! :)

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  8. aki!September 7, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    I seriously need it to be less than 100 degrees. It's killing me. Soon, my closet is going to be filled with all summer clothes.

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  9. Fashion Confessions of a MommySeptember 7, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    I am loving the fall ensemble even better. Those shoes are super cool and trendy looking.
    Daphne.
    http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com

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  10. UnknownSeptember 7, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Did they say "I don't like Jesus?" aww that's too sweet! I love how you remixed this floral dress and you always have the best sunglasses!

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  11. Courtney ErinSeptember 7, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    The weather here finally turned a bit cooler and I could not be happier - extreme heat and I do not get along!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  12. DSeptember 7, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Love the jacket. Saw some great nail polish same color today--my
    choice for next pedi. Your girls
    are so special. Am hanging on your teaser--

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  13. KimberlySeptember 7, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    I'm impressed with your ability to wear a jacket at all today! I think I was in a tank top all day long.
    Love those boots. Can't wait for 'boot weather' to finally come our way. :)

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  14. LeahSeptember 7, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    Princess Sparkles is really adorable! I love that first outfit! The dress and the jacket look great together! :) I'm curious about that cool thing you wanna share. :)

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  15. Callie - Coffee and CardigansSeptember 7, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Little ones are oh so adorable - both their questions and their photo bombing habits. In other news, I really love the season remix you did for this dress! The floral print is wonderful and you look ready for fall in that wonderful leather jacket and the booties. Perfect!

    --Callie @ Unladylikeblog.blogspot.com

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  16. ClaireSeptember 8, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    the thing i love about autumn is wearing the dresses from summmer with tights and boots!

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  17. KeelySeptember 8, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    I think we jumped the gun on styling for fall in this challenge. It's scorching over here too. Love the boots with the floral dress and bomber jacket.

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  18. Sofi MoukidouSeptember 8, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    love the combination of floral dress and denim jacket!

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  19. ShonSeptember 8, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Ooh, so cute. Love the jacket. I am excited about your awards and news.

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  20. EmmaSeptember 8, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    I Love remixing summer dresses for fall. You look Amazing and I am Seriously Loving those boots. Jeffery Campbell Rocks!

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  21. Baby Budget BlogSeptember 8, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Ah, the boots in the first picture did it for me! Loving that styling the best :)

    www.plentyforpennies.com

    P.S., I NEED your vote! Please check out my latest blog post for details.

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  22. rachelSeptember 8, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    hahahahaha...princess sparkles is so funny! as is your photobomber pigtails! she looks like she is mimicking your pose! can't wait to hear your really cool news!

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  23. AnonymousSeptember 8, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Great job styling that dress. I love both looks but that jacket & those boots pushed the first look across the finish line for me!!!

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  24. Amy's Fashion BlogSeptember 8, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    That dress was a great find. I love the things your girls say.

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  25. Sophie in the SticksSeptember 8, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    lovely dress and it works really well with that jacket x

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  26. Megan GSeptember 8, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    What a cute dress, and pairing it with navy definitely makes it "autumnal". Love your sunglasses! Go lil' pigtails! Rock that camera. Lol.

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  27. Shea LennonSeptember 8, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Wow, that totally cracked me up! Your girls are too cute! And the floral dress for fall--equally cute. I can't wait to style my florals for fall too!

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  28. AnonymousSeptember 8, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    Princess Sparkles is so precious. Love the big buttons on your jacket.

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  29. ErinSeptember 8, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    Such a great remix! I love the shoes you have paired with the dress for the transition!

    xx

    Erin @ http://www.trufflesnruffles.com/

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  30. Punctuation MarkSeptember 8, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    the dress looks really cute on you!

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  31. The Cat HagSeptember 8, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    You are looking so super girly and sweet in this outfit, I love your radiant smile dearie! :)

    Glad to hear things are going well for you and your adorable girls.

    And yes, I can't wait to see you wear that polka dot cardigan! <3


    xoxo,
    Addie
    The Cat Hag
    Join My Giveaway

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  32. Selvaggia CapizziSeptember 9, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    hahaha! Pigtails is too funny!
    I like this latter version better! those JCs can really rock the dress!
    xx
    http://dontcallmefashionblogger.blogspot.com/

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  33. The Mad TwinsSeptember 9, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    Your boot are like a dream Ö They are soooo beautiful :)

    xxx

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  34. eekSeptember 9, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    I think I have this same dress is black and white! Can't beat a $6 bargain :)

    I love how you remix'd it for the fall - hopefully I can do the same come November!

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  35. JessSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Congrats on the awards! I love how you added the jacket to the dress for fall... very versatile.

    Have a great weekend.

    xo jess

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  36. ViktoriaSeptember 11, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    I love that dress! It looks great both ways!

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