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Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Pattern Mixing - Stripes and Argyle

"Thank you, me!"
Princess Sparkles really appreciates herself.
Especially when she makes chocolate banana pudding.
At least she's polite.

STRIPED HIGH-LOW SKIRT - Target, $7.50
CREAM FLOWER SHIRT - CaBi
ARGYLE CARDIGAN - Old Navy, $15
WEDGES - Payless, $20


I have a new obsession... high-low skirts (I know, I have a lot of obsessions).  Not only are they comfortable, but work well with my nursing tanks and cardigans.  I bought this striped one on clearance from target.com for $7.50!  I thought I'd try "pattern mixing" so I wore it with the argyle cardigan.  The purse is my sister's LV knock off.  But Polka Dots wasn't using it so she lent it to me.

Princess Sparkles eats the dessert she made for everyone.
"Thank you, me!"

I recently ordered three high-low skirts from target.com, this striped one, an ikat one and a coral one.  I figured I'd just keep the one I liked best.  I ended up liking them all... a lot.  So I'm keeping them.  "Thank you, me!!!"


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39 comments:

  1. TeddiApril 18, 2012 at 8:52 AM

    princess sparkles' pudding looks tasty. claire, i like your pattern mixing nautical vibe outfit too! :) looking forward to how you style your new skirts.

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  2. two birdsApril 18, 2012 at 9:09 AM

    $7.50? i would keep them all, too!!

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  3. Frannie PantzApril 18, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    LOL! Well played on both you and Princess Sparkles' self gratification! I LOVE high low skirts and this striped one is so fun! It will be great to remix! I can't wait to see the rest and to go to Target to see if I can snag one too. ;-)

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  4. The Suburb ExperimentApril 18, 2012 at 9:22 AM

    That is too funny. I think I might have to try that one out when I make something especially delicious. Or buy something extra flattering. :)

    Jenn
    The Suburb Experiment

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  5. MelissaApril 18, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    I love that skirt! Now I have to go look for some... :)

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  6. rlutzApril 18, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    I just ordered the coral skirt and I can not wait to get it!! Love how you paired the stripes with the argyle!!

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  7. RebeccaApril 18, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Those thick stripes are cute!

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  8. christaApril 18, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    i loooove this skirt! i too am getting obsessed with the hi-low skirts. i will now be heading over to the target site. my husband doesn't thank you. ;)

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  9. Amy's Fashion BlogApril 18, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    such a cute skirt

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  10. AprilApril 18, 2012 at 12:23 PM

    Wow, what an awesome price for those skirts! And I love the asymmetrical cut. This is a really cute outfit and you are really cute, too!

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  11. Gracey the GiantApril 18, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    Ooh, it comes in ikat? I might just have to get me one. And then I can say "Thank you, me" to myself!

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  12. Nia LangleyApril 18, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    That skirt is so cute! Your daughter is adorable as well.

    nialangleyspeaks.blogspot.com

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  13. Megan, TfDiaries.comApril 18, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    love that skirt!

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  14. LeahApril 18, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    I think it's great to thank yourself once in a while! :)

    I love this outfit, especially the skirt and the shoes! High-low skirts are pretty cool. :)

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  15. Shea LennonApril 18, 2012 at 7:15 PM

    That is such a fun skirt--I love the stripes and the funky hemline! I haven't tried this style yet, but I think I need to!

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  16. VangApril 18, 2012 at 7:30 PM

    What a great skirt! I have been obsessed with the hi-lo skirt too, but haven't found one I like yet. Perhaps I'll have to visit my local Target.

    Vang :)

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  17. KeelyApril 18, 2012 at 8:36 PM

    Fantastic skirt! So fun!

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  18. Shannon OlsonApril 18, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    I love the combination of patterns and that desert looks really good!

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  19. MimiApril 18, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    i love the nautical feel of your skirt! and i love your bag too! :)

    <3, Mimi
    http://whatmimiwrites.blogspot.com/
    Poshlocket Giveaway: Win a Shelly Fabric Choker

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  20. AnonymousApril 18, 2012 at 9:46 PM

    You look great and pattern mixing is so much fun. I haven't found anything good in target lately. Going check tomorrow! :)

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  21. Wynne PrasetyoApril 18, 2012 at 10:25 PM

    nice, the skirt is so lovely !



    WWW.FASHIONGEEKSCLOSET.COM

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  22. trishieApril 18, 2012 at 10:45 PM

    Love that skirt!

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  23. MaikenApril 18, 2012 at 11:36 PM

    I would also like to have a skirt like that, so you definitely did the right thing when keeping them all, hehe ;) and you look absolutely great!

    Maiken/
    Maikeni blogi - part of me

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  24. my thrifty closetApril 19, 2012 at 1:07 AM

    haha...sparkles looks like she is really enjoying the dessert! Great pattern mixing by the way. Your wardrobe is just amazing, you have great pieces at amazing prices. And you sure know how to put them nicely together. I love the skirt by the way, the dipped hem is lovely.

    mongs
    mythriftycloset,blogspot.com

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  25. KashayaApril 19, 2012 at 4:07 AM

    Cute outfit, I really like your skirt.

    http://kashaysblogg.blogspot.com

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  26. JessApril 19, 2012 at 5:36 AM

    Oh my goodness, that skirt! Those shoes! OK, to be honest I have been trying to figure out the "mullet skirt" movement for awhile, but that one from target is adorable! Maybe it's my obsession with stripes?

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  27. BonnieApril 19, 2012 at 7:16 AM

    My inner prep loves argyle. In the fall, I routinely rock argyle socks with some kind of edgy outfit for a "unique" look. Well, some call it unique. I think they mean weird.

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

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  28. Baby Budget BlogApril 19, 2012 at 8:54 AM

    I CAN NOT believe that skirt was $7.50! LOVE it so much!! The bold stripes, the breezy fabric!! Awesomeness!

    www.plentyforpennies.blogspot.com

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  29. AnonymousApril 19, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    GREAT PICS:) I thank you for sweet words on my blog and I hope you come back soon for more swedish inspiration:)
    I wish you a awsome weekend

    LOVE Maria

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  30. xoxo Kellz*April 19, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    great skirt my dear:)

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  31. BunnieApril 19, 2012 at 12:18 PM

    I love this. Love the high-low skirt.


    xo
    Haylee

    http://www.dolledupdaily.com

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  32. Dear Girl WallflowerApril 19, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    Hi Claire, I was lost for almost 4 months and for some reason before, i could never post a comment in your blog...idk why...but this time i will try again, I think that skirt has a term, "Mullet". You look fab as always.

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  33. Roma is LoveApril 19, 2012 at 7:20 PM

    Haha. Thank you, you indeed! I'm loving those high-low skirts on you! :)

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  34. AnonymousApril 19, 2012 at 9:10 PM

    I love that last picture of Princess Sparkles indulging!

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  35. KimApril 20, 2012 at 5:03 AM

    I love the skirt!

    www.kimgodschalk.com

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  36. Megan GApril 21, 2012 at 3:24 PM

    I was so-so on the hi-lo looks, but now, obsessed! How cute is that skirt. Lol chocolate banana pudding sounds incredibly delicious.

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  37. DApril 21, 2012 at 10:33 PM

    Love your look! Lucky for you
    Polka Dots is so generous. Princess Sparkles looks like a little lady with her pearls and bolero top. They grow up so fast!

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  38. NnennaApril 22, 2012 at 5:36 PM

    I love this striped high-low skirt on you! And at $7.50, it was such a steal! :)

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  39. BonBon Rose Girls KristinApril 25, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    That skirt is super cute!

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