Tuesday, March 23, 2010

PRODUCT OF THE BLOGGING COMMUNITY

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After my little soapbox performance about pants yesterday, I'm wearing a skirt.  Go figure...

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I had a bitch of a time trying to figure our what to wear today.  Luckily, I did it last night or I would've been like 6 hours late for work!  Just kidding - it only took about an hour.  And possibly a half.  Anyway, I digress...  Today was a really challenging day to dress for.  First, it's spring - so, I'm kind of over my winter clothes.  Second, it was cold and rainy, which means no pants that will touch the ground and I'd need a little warmth and my shoes needed to be waterproof.  Third, I would be lugging a ton of stuff and reporting to 3 different job sites, so it had to be really comfortable and allow me fuuuuuuull range of motion.

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So, when all else fails, you gotta go to the inspiration folder.  This outfit is 100% inspired by some of my favorite girls in the blogging community. Tabitha layered her striped dress like this the other day, and I wasn't kidding when I told her I was totally ripping it off!  And a while back, Terra tied a rope(ish) belt like this.  Duh, right?  Anyway, I also warned her that I would be copping her style!  At least I'm honest :)

Seriously, though - how cool is it to be inspired by kick-ass girls that are just like you and me?!

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It's killing me to not add any red to this outfit!  I meant to add some red lipstick, but I just never got around to it.  It was a busy, busy day.  While I may not have gotten my fix of red, I did pull out these adorable anchor earrings that are just perfect!  They kind of made me giddy every time I caught a glimpse of my decked out lobes!

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Dress: JCP, $24 - Belt: Ross, $4 - Oxford: Bitten, $10 - Socks: Target, $5 - Shoes: Target.com, $25
Earrings: courtesy of Bing Bang at the Weardrobe Conference NYC

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26 comments:

  1. marielMarch 23, 2010 at 5:14 PM

    would it be weird if i copied this exact look? I LOVE IT! then it would be a copy of a copy...tee hee. maybe i'll wait a few days ;)

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  2. God's Favorite Shoes!March 23, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    I love it so much! It's so unexpected and I'm having the same issue here in Houston. I am so over winter weather but apparently Mother nature isn't.

    Great job on this one...and I can totally see red lip stick with this!

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  3. HolliMarch 23, 2010 at 5:53 PM

    I love this look! I may have to take some inspiration(i.e. copy) from YOUR look!

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  4. Fashion TherapistMarch 23, 2010 at 6:08 PM

    O-M-G - I'm SO extremely flattered and virtually blushing a bit. I'm speechless and so honored.

    You look fab!

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  5. eekMarch 23, 2010 at 7:02 PM

    Such a great look - I especially love your topknot!

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  6. RenMarch 23, 2010 at 7:07 PM

    I absolutely love that dress! And your outfit is super cute! :]

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  7. myeditMarch 23, 2010 at 7:12 PM

    Way to rip off and look fabulous... I love this look, if I had to name it (I don't, I know...), I would call it Comfortable Perfection.

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  8. Sarah K.March 23, 2010 at 7:19 PM

    I love that I can recognize items from your wardrobe, but they never look the same; you have a normal closet, but use it to its full potential! it shows your creativity. I think that's very impressive.

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  9. jason454March 23, 2010 at 7:27 PM

    the layered look is awesome!!! Love the cuffed sleeves!!!

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  10. CatherineMarch 23, 2010 at 7:57 PM

    I love the way the shirt looks with your dress - perfect! Thanks for the tips on thrift stores. I got some stuff at Goodwill and picked up a tie for my boyfriend at the Rag & Bone.

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  11. Sidewalk ChalkMarch 23, 2010 at 8:38 PM

    Love this -- so nautical and awesome. I have a similar rope belt and love how cute the belt looks tied like that. I'm definitely going to copy this look one day -- so it'll be like this copycat chain of style :)

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  12. BiancaMarch 23, 2010 at 9:32 PM

    Oh beautiful!! I love this so much.....

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  13. Lovers, Saints & SailorsMarch 23, 2010 at 9:44 PM

    Hooray stripes! They really are just perfect for every season.

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  14. pigletMarch 24, 2010 at 1:07 AM

    Adorable dress! I love the socks too.

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  15. Kathryn from Schoolmarm StyleMarch 24, 2010 at 4:01 AM

    I really like this look. The dress is adorable. I just found a similar striped dress so of course I will be copying this look sometime soon. Oh, and I totally stole one of your pants looks with odd results yesterday.

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  16. Rebekah @ Shell BlogMarch 24, 2010 at 8:20 AM

    i know i say this every time you wear this dress, but i covet it sooooooo badly!!! ;)

    don't you just love anchors? i grew up sailing and i have a little anchor tattoo on my hip that makes me smile every time i catch a glimpse of it.

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  17. The Village IdiotMarch 24, 2010 at 8:23 AM

    you have been looking soo cool and chic in these past few posts!!!!
    love every look!

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  18. Fabulocity in Amish CountryMarch 24, 2010 at 8:33 AM

    Ohhh my goodness... I love love love this! :)

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  19. stealthnerdMarch 24, 2010 at 9:09 AM

    Cute outfit and I love your hair in this post!!

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  20. RETRO REVAMarch 24, 2010 at 10:04 AM

    I'd love to know how you did the side bun ! Love it !

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  21. JonnaMarch 24, 2010 at 10:09 AM

    Nice look! Though if you added some red, it would have been even better :D

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  22. AmyMarch 24, 2010 at 12:42 PM

    This outfit looks amazing! I love how you took some wonderful inspiration, but still made it totally Kyla. Love it...

    xoxo
    Amy

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  23. tastymoogMarch 24, 2010 at 2:13 PM

    Great outfit! If I can ever find a striped tunic/dress that works for me, I will have to use this look as inspiration. :)

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  24. AcademichicMarch 24, 2010 at 4:46 PM

    I love the striped shirt layered over the button down and the way you tied the belt - fabulous look! I also keep an inspiration folder but I peruse it way to seldom. I should do the same when an inspiration-less day strikes, clearly it worked really well in this case! Nicely done! S

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  25. JessMarch 25, 2010 at 7:40 AM

    what a great preppy springy look!

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  26. LilliMarch 26, 2010 at 4:16 PM

    LOVE this! I'm really into stripes this season and this looks super great

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