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Thursday, February 2, 2012

Fur Vest Over a Military Jacket and George Washington

 "Looks like George Washington,"
Princess Sparkles said as she looked at a picture she drew.
Camouflage and I turned to each other, impressed with Sparkles.
Must be preschool... or TV. 
Then Camo asked, "Do you know who George Washington is?"
Then Sparkles replied, "He's on the money."

BLACK EMBROIDERED DRESS - JWLA (thrifted)
OLIVE MILITARY JACKET - Old Navy
FUR VEST, EARRINGS, RING - Forever 21
BROWN MOTO BOOTS - Lucky via Macys
RIMMEL - Midnight Blue
OPI - Turquoise Shatter

I'm participating in "Fashion Challenge: Layers" from Megan Mae Daily and Casual Chic Kiki.  Thursday's challenge is vest over jacket.  It took me a few tries but I finally found a look I liked...a military jacket and fur vest (I also did "layered nails" for extra credit!).  The black dress is "thrifted" from another mom's garage and I went with the brown Lucky boots (which I got on sale for $40 at Macy's) because Princess Sparkles told me to!

George Washington, "the money guy"
I have to say I get a serious thrill out of getting a good deal...thrifting, clearance racks, coupons, buying from another mom's garage!  Even if we were super rich I'd still shop at the same places.  Hopefully Sparkles and Pigtails will feel the same way and have an appreciation for "the guy on the money!"
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40 comments:

  1. my thrifty closetFebruary 2, 2012 at 7:23 AM

    he's on the money? That's so hilarious! Your kids say the darndest things. Fur vest...I Iike, I don't have a chance to wear it but I like watching all of you dressed in all these fur glory. What a great idea to layer it over a military jacket. Definitely up the chicness of that jacket.

    mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  2. TeddiFebruary 2, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    i'm sure they will have that appreciation, as smart & perceptive as your lovely daughters are. claire your polish is one of my fave colors of blue. i adore your outfit through & through. i swear people could pay you to style them well.

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  3. StylishByNatureFebruary 2, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    Cool fur jacket...Gr8 blog :)....Wanna follow each other with GFC, Twitter and Facebook ?

    ♡ StylishByNature.com

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  4. Frannie PantzFebruary 2, 2012 at 10:01 AM

    Looks like you've got some talented daughters! I love your vest over jacket. I am doing it today too and it is a lot harder than I thought it would be! When are you due again? I'm still hoping you have a Feb 6 baby!

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  5. ClaireFebruary 2, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    haha i was thinking they were saying a quote from a movie or something then i realised that he is actually on the money lol

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  6. yiqin;February 2, 2012 at 10:45 AM

    love the nail color.

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  7. UnknownFebruary 2, 2012 at 12:20 PM

    I'm even more impressed that she knows what money looks like! You look so cute as always :)

    xo Mary Jo

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  8. MaikenFebruary 2, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    what a clever way for layering! firstly I thought you're wearing a jacket with fur collar but wow, there's actually a vest :P and your kiddies are always so funny :)

    Maiken/
    Maikeni blogi - part of me

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  9. JessFebruary 2, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    Love the fur vest!!

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  10. rlutzFebruary 2, 2012 at 6:59 PM

    Love how you layered the fur vest over the jacket with the fun dress...you are looking great!

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  11. UnknownFebruary 2, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    Great story, and brilliant child! This outfit is really edgy and cute. Fur is so tricky, you did it fantastically:)

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  12. my mini bagFebruary 2, 2012 at 7:28 PM

    Love the fur over the military jacket. Creative.

    Your nails look awesome. Love the blue color.

    I am excited to tell you that I have awarded you the Versatile Blogger Award. You can check out the award on my blog- http://myminibag.blogspot.com/2012/02/versatile-blogger-award.html

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  13. EmmaFebruary 2, 2012 at 10:27 PM

    Fabulous outfit! I Loove your nails!

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  14. Fashion Confessions of a MommyFebruary 2, 2012 at 11:02 PM

    Only you can pull off fur vest and pregnancy. Looks great.
    The art is too funny.
    Daphne.

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  15. Selvaggia CapizziFebruary 2, 2012 at 11:52 PM

    I am loving that vest!!! You are stunning claire!! A beautiful soon-to-be-third-time-mother!!!

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  16. Closet FashionistaFebruary 3, 2012 at 4:58 AM

    Ooh love this!! :D Great job at layering!
    and awww how cute, haha....kids say the darndest things ;)
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  17. JessFebruary 3, 2012 at 5:44 AM

    That is too funny! He's on the money! Hope you and your girls have a fun weekend finding more good deals!

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  18. Zap McBlowfistFebruary 3, 2012 at 7:03 AM

    lol what a lovely post ^_^ +following x

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  19. TaraFebruary 3, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    Oh, i really, really love how the fur vest looks over the military jacket. That is such a fun look!

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  20. Mama KaraFebruary 3, 2012 at 8:07 AM

    love the military jacket and fur vest. ive rediscovered my love of thrift shopping!! so fun. its like a game. anyway wanted to say hi and i love you! u look great btw. i'm sure you're ready to have this lil guy. :) xoxo ~ caro

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  21. Megan, TfDiaries.comFebruary 3, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    I love this, faux fur over a bump, perfection!

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  22. BonnieFebruary 3, 2012 at 10:18 AM

    "He's on the money."
    She is DEFINITELY your child. :)

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

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  23. AnnieFebruary 3, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    Love the fur vest over the military jacket - so cute :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  24. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2012 at 12:00 PM

    I like your nails. :D

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  25. nooneFebruary 3, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    hahahaha that's funny! thats like my little cousin thinking our first prime minister is ronald mcdonald when it's jon a mcdonald :D

    love your coat btw!

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  26. KeelyFebruary 3, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    Love the fur vest with that jacket!

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  27. AlexandriaFebruary 3, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    what a great idea!! the fur vest looks really cute

    http://alexandriajz.blogspot.com

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  28. UnknownFebruary 3, 2012 at 7:29 PM

    I feel the same way- even if I had a lot of money I would still enjoy the treasure hunting at thrift stores! I love the faix fur and the boots and layered nail polish- the better to keep your hands warm my dear! :)

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  29. Amy's Fashion BlogFebruary 3, 2012 at 8:16 PM

    Love your nails

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  30. Annie LFebruary 5, 2012 at 9:10 AM

    He's on the money...ahahha, smart girl!!
    Love the fur vest and fun crackle polish
    xo Annie
    newenglandromance.blogspot.com

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  31. KimberlyFebruary 5, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    cute outfit love the fur with the jacket! i need a shelf too but they're so expensive!

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

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  32. Michelle LeeFebruary 6, 2012 at 2:28 AM

    always love your stylish outfits :)

    http://pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com

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  33. IvanaFebruary 6, 2012 at 2:55 AM

    Love that vest and that manicure looks so stylish!

    xx Ivana

    Stop by sometimes :)
    Macarons and Pearls

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  34. ManiFebruary 6, 2012 at 6:09 AM

    You look awesome...lovely jacket!

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  35. Baby Budget BlogFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    LOVE that vest! And that crackle nail polish is the best! It lasts for forever! Did it myself once and I think I'll do it again this weekend!

    www.plentyforpennies.blogspot.com

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  36. SkinnyFebruary 6, 2012 at 2:30 PM

    Love your nail polish

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  37. Style Me B.A.DFebruary 6, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    Love that drawing of george washington haha! Cute outfit!

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  38. Jayme @ Her Late Night CravingsFebruary 7, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    I just have to say that I love that girl! The fact that she knows who he is because he's "on the money"...that's awesome!! So sounds like something that I would have said...only I would've probably said it yesterday. ;)

    Mendi @ Her Late Night Cravings

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  39. CaraFebruary 7, 2012 at 6:47 PM

    hahaha what a cute story! Love your crackle polish and the layered military jacket and fur together. I may have to recreate this look myself!

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  40. A Very Sweet BlogFebruary 9, 2012 at 6:23 AM

    He's on the money! HAHAHAHA Too cute! I love that blue nail polish girl.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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