Monday, September 21, 2009

FURBY

I'm always amazed at how 70 degrees can feel so warm in April, yet so cool in September. This beautiful fall day called for a little fur and today's outfit was 100% inspired by this picture in an old issue of Lucky.

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While I would LOVE to own that coat, I do not. But a carbon copy is no fun anyway, so I made it work with what I have.

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You've seen these DIYed harem-esque pants before as well as my dolman sleeve JCP sweater ($18). I broke out my bright flats that the photo calls for and topped off the look with another revent NYC purchase.

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Fur vests are certainly all the rage this year, but the longer, fuller versions don't do much for my stature. When your figure is grounded by a defined waist, it is not a wise move to cover it up. I tried on a couple longer versions and while I LOVE them on others, they're a bit too much on me. Sort of looks like I'm being eaten alive by some creature.

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On the other hand, a cute cropped version like this not only keeps my waist free and clear of bulk, but it also comes with a smaller price tag. Picked this beauty up at H&M for only $20!

I'm still experimenting with ways to work it into my wardrobe, but I think I'm off to a decent start.
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18 comments:

  1. calivintageSeptember 21, 2009 at 10:05 AM

    oh you look adorable. now i miss you! come over and hang out for dinner.

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  2. StylestanceSeptember 21, 2009 at 10:07 AM

    So cute!

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  3. daer0nSeptember 21, 2009 at 10:10 AM

    Let me be honest, you look WAY cuter than the model! i love your outfit way better :)

    Btw, i have been so busy i never said welcome back from your trip to New York, so welcome back!
    I really really like this outfit, you look FANTASTIC!

    Love the new graphics on your sidebar by the way, they look really cool, you did a great job, your blog is looking awesome! =]

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  4. LindaSeptember 21, 2009 at 10:49 AM

    Your hair is perfection, sooo pretty! I'm going to keep staying away from fur (ish) vests, they scare me a slight bit...
    Good on you to try something really new!

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  5. KSeptember 21, 2009 at 11:03 AM

    You look so cute and comfy! I love it.

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  6. God Made Me fuNkySeptember 21, 2009 at 11:12 AM

    love the vest on you. i am yet to try anything furry.

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  7. The Small Fabric Of My LifeSeptember 21, 2009 at 11:30 AM

    Cute and comfy - I agree!

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  8. AmySeptember 21, 2009 at 12:17 PM

    You look incredibly adorable!! I love this outfit so much... I wore a similar vest on Saturday. Aren't they great?! =)

    And I completely agree... isn't it weird how 70 degrees is so different depending if it is pre or post summer. I am freezing right now, but if this was April I would be sporting the t-shirt and shorts. LOL

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  9. style-magnetSeptember 21, 2009 at 2:39 PM

    Love the luxe/casual look! Worrrrk itttt.

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  10. CarolynSeptember 21, 2009 at 3:31 PM

    I like the little-ness of it! I tried on a longer one and it looked sort of awful on me. I do NOT have a waist, but, I think I need to avoid added too much bulk to my mid-section. Great styling, Kyla!

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  11. ClareSeptember 21, 2009 at 3:32 PM

    Kyla, you rocked that fur vest! Love the whole outfit!

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  12. myeditSeptember 21, 2009 at 5:11 PM

    Oh man! I love this vest. And the short cut on it is perfect for you. Casual yet freaking adorable.

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  13. Dylana SuarezSeptember 21, 2009 at 5:53 PM

    Beautiful best. It is amazing and looks sooooooo good on you!

    colormenana.blogspot.com

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  14. MarsSeptember 21, 2009 at 6:47 PM

    your inspiration translated perfectly! in fact i like it better. loving the vest!

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  15. AnnaSeptember 21, 2009 at 6:58 PM

    oooh I really like this outfit, the proportions that you've kept with the fur creates a very interesting silhouette!:)

    annamudrenko.onsugar.com

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  16. princesspoliticoSeptember 22, 2009 at 4:38 PM

    this is a great look! and your hair looks fantastic :)

    xo.
    princesspolitico

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  17. MillySeptember 24, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    Cute vest

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  18. ChristenSeptember 26, 2009 at 4:49 PM

    In case you can't tell by the multitude of fur vests I've been featuring on my blog, I LOVE fur for this fall. And this piece is no exception! It looks fantastic on you. I actually tried it on at H&M the other day but decided I needed to stop buying fur :)

    P.S. I am totally saving this post so that I can make my own version of this outfit once it cools off enough. Thanks for the inspiration!

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