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Friday, September 9, 2011

Remixing a Summer Top for Fall

ABSTRACT TANK - Thrifted
SKINNY JEANS - H&M
BLACK CARDIGAN - Old Navy
BROWN WEDGE BOOTS - Steve Madden
BRACELET, EARRINGS, RING - Jewelry Party

HOW I WORE IT IN JUNE:
PINK CAPRIS - Hudson
PINK BELT - Thrifted
EARRINGS - Forever 21
T-STRAP SANDALS - Forever 21 (via TJ Maxx)
I really enjoy watching how Pigtails goes around and copies everything Princess Sparkles does.  Like just today Sparkles was eating her mac n cheese and decided to carry it over to a smaller table. Pigtails immediately grabbed her bowl, climbed down her chair and followed her sister.  She also loves to wear her sister's (dirty) socks (and sadly, mine too...again, dirty ones).  I even once found Pigtails wearing Princess Sparkles panties over her diaper.

Pigtails modeling my socks
Today's fashion challenge from Megan Mae Daily and Casual Chic Kiki is to remix a summer top for fall.  I chose a thrifted patterned top so I can also link up to "Thursdays are for Thrifters" over at Spunky Chateau!  I'm not sure if I'm cheating but I remixed the summer top for fall just by adding boots and a cardigan.  I also decided to wear some jewelry I just bought at a friend's party.  I promised Polka Dots I would show her what I bought, so what better way than to post them on my blog!

Anyway, I love getting inspiration from these fashion challenges and also from other bloggers.  It's a little like Pigtails and her inspiration, Princess Sparkles.  But don't worry, I won't be wearing anyone else's panties :)

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39 comments:

  1. UnknownSeptember 9, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    I love how you took this bright summery top and styled it to perfection for fall! My younger sis used to copy everything I did- it would drive me crazy!

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  2. KezzieSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    ooooh that print is sooo fun on that top!

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  3. JaclynSeptember 9, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Yes! I loooove remixing summer stuff for fall. I've got a sun dress on today with a pair of leggins and a sweater. Total double duty!

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  4. Frannie PantzSeptember 9, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Your girls are just adorable. I love that second pic of you! Sassy! What a great way to remix this top!

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  5. Jayme @ Her Late Night CravingsSeptember 9, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    BOOTS! We love your boots!! Ok, your daughters are hilarious!

    Jayme & Mendi @ Her Late Night Cravings

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  6. rachelSeptember 9, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    i started cracking up when i saw pigtails in the background of your jewelry picture! nice purchases. you're right, the earrings do look a little like chex! and i like them!

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  7. Style JourneySeptember 9, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Your stories about your girls are so funny and heartwarming! Little sis wanted to do everything big sis does :-)

    Love your boots! Have a great weekend!

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  8. Sophie in the SticksSeptember 9, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    ooh adoring those boots!

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  9. UnknownSeptember 9, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Great job on the remix. The pink crops are really cute.
    Hope your week went well and your weekend goes better!

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  10. NhiSeptember 9, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    thanks so much for commenting my blog! love your cute style & following you now:)

    love,
    rosecandle11.blogspot.com

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  11. Alessandra MazziniSeptember 9, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Happy colors!!! Nice!

    http://www.fashionindahat.com/

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  12. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Your post made me laugh--no stealing panties!

    I steal ideas from bloggers all the time. I'm really liking your brown wedge boots. I'm so happy it's cold enough for me to wear my fall boots again. You did a great job on the challenge. And thanks for the nice comments on my blog!

    Have a great weekend.

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  13. DSeptember 9, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    It's amazing how different the top looks in your fall look--color
    looks richer when not paired with
    a pastel. Those argyle sox look fabulous on Pigtails. She should keep them!!

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  14. AlbeeLuckySeptember 9, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    Oh you look so great in this outfit. I'm loving the Maddden boots.

    xx- AlbeeLucky.blogspot.com

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  15. Callie - Coffee and CardigansSeptember 9, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    Another wonderful outfit to wrap up Remix Week. It was so fun seeing what you put together the last few days! I love how you took this bright summer top and toned it down with subtle pieces for the fall season. I think it looks great with the cardigan and denim. Very casual, but also very chic. And those boots! I honestly have loved every pair of shoes you have debuted this week! Have a fabulous weekend!

    --Callie @ unladylikeblog.blogspot.com

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  16. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    Sometimes it takes simple pieces to transition into fall. So I like this outfit because I'm going to be doing the same thing when it gets chilly. Love the ring!

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  17. MarinaSeptember 10, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Oh my, that ring - wooow!! Love it!

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  18. UnknownSeptember 10, 2011 at 5:52 AM

    Ohhh my, I love your first outfit!!!
    Great pics!^^


    xoxo
    Antonia

    FASHION IMPERATIVE

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  19. Wait Until The SunsetSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    ooohhh!! you look fabulous! :)

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  20. The PvdH JournalSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    Transitioning into fall and beginning with the layering! Love it!

    PvdH

    www.ThePvdHJournal.com

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  21. Mary and DyerSeptember 10, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    Love the thrifted shirt! So super cute! :)

    I just became your newest follower! I would love for you to check out our blog & follow us back if you'd like!

    Also, enter our giveaway for a Tiffany & Co. necklace by liking our Facebook page!

    Blessings,

    Kat
    www.maryanddyer.blogspot.com
    twitter:@maryanddyer

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  22. KhlarenSeptember 10, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    I'm in love with your top seriously <333 they are so cute as always! I wanna see them!!

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  23. Shea LennonSeptember 10, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    I'm glad you're staying away from the "new to you" underwear, haha! :) I love how that top is a fun pop of color with the jeans and boots. Yay for fall weather!

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  24. aki!September 10, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    Your kids are so cute... and you too!

    I've never thought about a) summer dresses or b) how to transition them into the fall, but ever since my summer dress obsession this summer, I've been loving all of these posts.

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  25. em.me.maSeptember 10, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    cute stuff!

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  26. Punctuation MarkSeptember 10, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    i love the print of that top!!!

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  27. VanessaSeptember 10, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    I like the light pink pants and the way you cuffed them - they look really cute with the darker pink belt!

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  28. FloSeptember 11, 2011 at 2:41 AM

    looking great!

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  29. JessSeptember 11, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    Those boots are the cutest! So glad it's time to wear them again!

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  30. jessSeptember 11, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    You really brought this top into fall.

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  31. Once Upon A Time...September 11, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    haha that's so funny about the panties! love your whole outfit, especially the boots...can't believe summer is almost over and it will soon be time to wear my boots again!

    jos xx

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  32. Once Upon A Time...September 11, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    haha that's so funny about the panties! love your whole outfit, especially the boots...can't believe summer is almost over and it will soon be time to wear my boots again!

    jos xx

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  33. Courtney ErinSeptember 11, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Those boots in the top photos are crazy - love them!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  34. BonnieSeptember 11, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    I really adore this top. I think I told you that the first time I saw you wear it, but I might love it even more now. The colors are adorable! The print is beautiful. I just looooovvveeeeee it. That's "love" with extra letters, which means a whole lot.

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

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  35. The Key To ChicSeptember 11, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    I love how you're showing one item two ways! Super cute! Very resourceful and creative!

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  36. oomph.September 12, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    ooh, love those boots! love steve madden shoes...they always have just the right amount of edge.

    thanks so much for entering my giveaway!
    [oomph.]
    Blogaversary Giveaway

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  37. TaraSeptember 12, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Doesn't seem like cheating to me...but your boots make me wish it would actually cool down enough to pull out a pair :)

    I have my annual trip to the pumpkin patch (for Brigid, of course...always for Brigid) scheduled in a couple of weeks, and if I don't get to wear boots and a sweater of some sort, I'm going to be disappointed. Pumpkin patches and shorts just don't go together, at all!

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  38. ShellySeptember 14, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    I love the remix..but I'm so distracted by the other cuties posted about...

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