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Monday, March 5, 2012

Playing Dress Up

Princess Sparkles loves to dress up her baby brother, Bucket.
The other day I found him in his crib wearing a doll hat.
Then today she decided to dress him in her very own Ariel panties.
I asked her why she did it and she told me,
"Because it's cool!"

Monday's Inspiration - The Saturdays

RED CASHMERE MAXI SKIRT - Thrifted, $3
BLUE JACKET - Forever 21, $8
WHITE NURSING TANK - Target
BOW EARRINGS - from my blog friend, Polly
NECKLACE, RING - Cynde Daniels
NUDE CAGE HEELS - Kelsi Dagger, $11



Today's "Monday Inspiration" photo from Two Birds had a few outfits to choose from.  Not having many pairs of skinny pants that fit, especially red ones, I decided to wear a red maxi skirt.  The blue jacket is one I got on clearance at Forever 21 and the heels I got at Loehmanns for only $11 after multiple discounts.

Bucket in a pink doll hat.

Bucket modeling Sparkles' princess panties.

It was fun wearing bright colors once again.  But wearing red, white and blue can be difficult.  Luckily the colors are "nautical," so I'm hoping I'm leaning more toward "cool" rather than an American flag. 




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42 comments:

  1. oomph.March 6, 2012 at 12:00 AM

    i wore an outfit very similar to the inspiration with red skinnies and a navy jacket, and i think i called it patriotic, lol! your proportions work well and do not come across as such!

    [oomph.]

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  2. MaikenMarch 6, 2012 at 12:02 AM

    aww, how cute that hat is! adorable :P
    I also love your jacket and those heels. the red skirt totally spices up your outfit btw ;)

    Maiken/
    Maikeni blogi - part of me

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  3. Antee GurungMarch 6, 2012 at 4:25 AM

    Hey nice post ESP the 1stic...red always brings out a jolly side...
    Btw NEW POst in my blog...be sure to check it out...
    Xoxo

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  4. TaylorMarch 6, 2012 at 5:02 AM

    Fantastic look - I prefer yours to the inspiration. Cashmere maxi?! For three dollars?! Amazing. I loooooove the doll hat and the panties pictures... that last one will be good to show to his future wife one day, ha!

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  5. ShybikerMarch 6, 2012 at 6:04 AM

    Cute story. I wish I'd had an older sister like that. :)

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  6. Baby Budget BlogMarch 6, 2012 at 6:42 AM

    LOVE the red skirt!!! Seriously, I need this color in my closet! I have nothing red!

    www.plentyforpennies.blogspot.com

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  7. PattiMarch 6, 2012 at 7:12 AM

    Aww, how cute is Bucket in his hat??? You look wonderful in your red white and blue! Thanks for linking up to Visible Monday and have a great day.

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  8. TeddiMarch 6, 2012 at 7:59 AM

    you nailed the cool! sweet bucket photos. princess sparkles is so creative. :)

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  9. Frannie PantzMarch 6, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    Aw look at that little Bucket! I really love this look Claire! You look absolutely amazing! I can't believe that you just had a baby!

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  10. two birdsMarch 6, 2012 at 8:14 AM

    you are the mom that every other mom hates...because you bounced back so quickly and look so amazing! (i really don't hate you, though!) i love the bright colors on you!

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  11. rlutzMarch 6, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    The fact that princess sparkles put her panties on bucket priceless...You are looking amazing..love how you styled that great red skirt!

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  12. Callie - Coffee and CardigansMarch 6, 2012 at 9:33 AM

    First, I need to tell you just how adorable those kids of yours are. Little Bucket all dressed up! It's too cute! Looks like Princess Sparkles is already teaching her brother the ropes. And second, I need to tell you that I really love your outfit! You look simply amazing - love the bright skirt!

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  13. ShaylaMarch 6, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    I love this look on you! The necklace and shoes are fabulous - must put on my "wish" list. I love how Bucket is getting in on the action... So funny!

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  14. TiffanyMarch 6, 2012 at 11:38 AM

    I think you look gorgeous!! I don't know how you manage with a baby in the house! lol And a very cute baby, at that. Bucket is precious!

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  15. TiffanyMarch 6, 2012 at 11:38 AM

    I think you look gorgeous!! I don't know how you manage with a baby in the house! lol And a very cute baby, at that. Bucket is precious!

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  16. AnonymousMarch 6, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    Cute baby. :3

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  17. Amy's Fashion BlogMarch 6, 2012 at 12:49 PM

    such a great find on that maxi skirt. You kids are too cute.

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  18. Annie LMarch 6, 2012 at 1:07 PM

    I've been seeing a lot of bloggers in red skirts. Such a pick-me-up for March!
    xo Annie

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  19. Hello NakaMarch 6, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    i love your jacket!

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  20. Jadore-FashionMarch 6, 2012 at 2:39 PM

    I love your translation of the outfit. red looks great on cute...cute baby!

    xoxo
    Stella

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  21. JessMarch 6, 2012 at 3:07 PM

    I definitely love that red and blue together! And that hate really suits Bucket! He looks like a Glow Worm!

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  22. Jennifer FabulousMarch 6, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    Awww those are the cutest kids in the WORLD. :D

    And I love your red skirt. So lovely. xo

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  23. UnknownMarch 6, 2012 at 3:22 PM

    so cute of your little girl dressing up your newest addition! bucket is a good sport. :)

    xoxo
    jasmine

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  24. TestMarch 6, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    kids come up with the cutest things!

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  25. RebeccaMarch 6, 2012 at 7:07 PM

    I like the jacket, and you definitely don't look like a flag.

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  26. Nicole FelicianoMarch 6, 2012 at 7:39 PM

    First, let's talk about the baby--yummy! Now on to the red skirt--totally fab flash of color. Love this Monday Mingle submission. My assignment this week was all about styling--one top, six looks:

    http://www.momtrends.com/2012/03/kamali-kulture/

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  27. Megan, TfDiaries.comMarch 6, 2012 at 8:16 PM

    love that skirt!

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  28. LeahMarch 6, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    Waaaaiitt! I totally missed the part where you had the baby already. Haha! Goes to show how long I haven't visited your blog! :P Lookin' good! And your babies are still adorable! :P

    p.s. love the shoes!

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  29. Fashion Confessions of a MommyMarch 6, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    A huge CONGRATULATIONS. He is ADORABLE. and you look amazing already. WOW.
    Love the interpretation of the inspiration.
    Daphne.

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  30. my thrifty closetMarch 6, 2012 at 11:46 PM

    what a stunning skirt. Red is such a beautiful color and it looks great on you. I like the nautical colors. The sailor style jacket is cute! Haha..that picture of bucket is so cute! He seems to have grown!

    mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  31. Roma is LoveMarch 7, 2012 at 5:54 AM

    believe me..you're leaning more on the cool than flag-y! :) I think princess sparkles into fashion..just like mommy! :)

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  32. Roma is LoveMarch 7, 2012 at 5:55 AM

    believe me..you're leaning more on the cool than flag-y! :) I think princess sparkles into fashion..just like mommy! :)

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  33. em.me.maMarch 7, 2012 at 7:53 AM

    lovely! your kids are lucky to be having menchies!! i love it so much, wish i knew about it earlier :P

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  34. KelleyJohnson07March 7, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    Um I don't know if you know this, but people don't usually look this AMAZING right after having a baby. Seriously, you look BEAUTIFUL!

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  35. rachelMarch 7, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    lol! princess sparkles is so funny! love the shoes and the outfit!

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  36. Shea LennonMarch 7, 2012 at 5:52 PM

    Aww, "bucket" is too cute in that hat! I love how you made the inspiration Monday outfit your own--I think I like it better with a maxi skirt!

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  37. BonBon Rose Girls KristinMarch 7, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    You look seriously amazing!

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  38. UnknownMarch 7, 2012 at 7:58 PM

    Haha the 'princess panties'- that cracks me up! Wow Claire you look phenomenal- I would never think you had a newborn from looking at you! I love the bright skirt and the jean jacket- very chic!

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  39. DMarch 7, 2012 at 10:37 PM

    That cashmere skirt must feel so good! Didn't you just have that
    baby? Bucket looks amazingly big
    for his age. Can hardly wait to
    see what Princess Sparkles puts on him next.

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  40. FASHION TALESMarch 7, 2012 at 11:07 PM

    These are always such great colours to wear together. I love your sandals! -xo

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  41. KezzieMarch 8, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    Hey I love your interpretation! I chose the same Saturday and did something similar with a red skirt that length with a sailor cardie!!

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  42. A Very Sweet BlogMarch 11, 2012 at 1:54 PM

    Bucket is just too cute! ADORABLE! LOVE your outfit Claire. Those colors are gorgeous and how sexy are those heels. Really cool girl!
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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