tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68437946657853473962024-03-13T16:29:23.455-07:00Modestly Styled. Modestly Me.a fashion journal where modesty, a love of fashion, and a houseful of kids coexist... or at least try toDebyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.comBlogger343125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-87310665010228621452014-03-01T21:19:00.001-08:002014-03-01T21:19:54.635-08:00Pleated Maxi x 3<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div style='width:300px;margin:0 auto'><div style='position:relative;'><a href='http://www.polyvore.com/pleated_maxi/set?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=115046290' target='_blank'><img force='1' border='0' height='395' title='Pleated Maxi x 3' src='http://cfc.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-set/.sig/thQKEJvNMpqkiq0tCrZaWw/cid/115046290/id/CqqhScqh4xGrXKHflJXARQ/size/c300x395.jpg' alt='Pleated Maxi x 3' width='300'/></a></div></div><br/><div style='text-align:center'><small><a href='http://www.polyvore.com/pleated_maxi/set?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=115046290' target='_blank'>Pleated Maxi x 3</a> by <a 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target='_blank'>modestly-styled</a> featuring a <a href='http://www.polyvore.com/ponte_knit_jacket/shop?query=ponte+knit+jacket' target='_blank'>ponte knit jacket</a></small></div><div style='width:300px;margin:0 auto'><br/><small><div style='text-align:left'><a href='http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=101845530' rel='nofollow'>Banana Republic floral blazer</a> / <a href='http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=102865656' rel='nofollow'>Boden cotton blazer</a> / <a href='http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=102473366' rel='nofollow'>Gap bomber jacket</a> / <a href='http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=103085284' rel='nofollow'>Urban Renewal vintage jacket</a> / <a href='http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=103283126' rel='nofollow'>Old Navy ponte knit jacket</a> / <a 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rel='nofollow'>Old Navy ponte knit jacket</a> / <a href='http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=100297799' rel='nofollow'>Forever 21 lightweight jacket</a></div></small></div></div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-9548917092159686252013-09-13T21:36:00.001-07:002013-09-13T21:36:53.934-07:00Horsing around<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div style='width:300px;margin:0 auto'><div style='position:relative;'><a href='http://www.polyvore.com/horsing_around/set?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=97353696' target='_blank'><img force='1' border='0' height='346' title='Horsing around' src='http://cfc.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-set/.sig/rrDELLYTm8EEbnJ7Q3Qmg/cid/97353696/id/ukugR-cc4xGiquUOkeyckw/size/c300x346.jpg' alt='Horsing around' width='300'/></a></div></div><br/><div style='text-align:center'><small><a 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I must have been subconsciously inspired for the Memorial Day weekend as I received many patriotic compliments. I have so much love for this skirt and I can't wait to discover new ways to style it.<br />
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Here is the Polyvore for this outfit, all of the items (except the shirt) are current. I was able to get the red Valentinas in store on sale during an additional percentage off promo for $90.99 so it is worth checking out the sale section in your retail store. <br />
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<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.svc=copypaste&id=57038217" rel="nofollow">J Crew long pencil skirt</a>, $158<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.svc=copypaste&id=48406921" rel="nofollow">J.Crew mid heels</a>, $228<br />
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And here is how I spent my Memorial Day. Sigh. I love living in San Diego......<br />
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Did you do anything special for your three day weekend?</div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-41000388407268732862012-05-25T09:10:00.003-07:002012-05-25T09:10:56.080-07:00Some days, easy and simple is best. When J Crew has the extra 30% off sale items (like right now with the LOVEIT promo), I usually grab the opportunity to stock up on basics like the <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/catalogjcrewcomexclusives/onlineshops/teesandknits/PRDOVR~67690/99102611640/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~705~~20~15~~~~~~~/67690.jsp?srcCode=AFFI00001&siteId=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-5%2AyCBcLuLNPkdZNpcA5b%2Aw" target="_blank">Vintage Cotton Scoopneck Tee</a> at a great price. As a mom of four boys some days quick and comfortable rule but that doesn't mean I resort to sweats and a baggy tee. Here are some recent basic OOTD's without a lot of fuss and muss.<br />
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This is what I wore for Kindergarten screening and errands. Light, airy, and quick. Plus, easy change bonus points. Get home, take off the bottom half.... throw on my lounge pants and uggs and I am set for the evening at home!</div>
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I had to run to a few quick appointments so this outfit fit the bill. They had these two pieces paired together on the J Crew website so a mental note had been that came in handy as I was running behind. I wish I had captured the colors better but the rich violet and casablanca blue really popped leaving little need for accessories (which I always appreciate). I added my frog-clasp bracelet because, well.....I love it and the whimsy it brings.... </div>
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Here is a closer look at the <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/jewelry/bracelets/PRDOVR~74686/74686.jsp?srcCode=AFFI00001&siteId=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-Ok3k9xmXUAnX8j2NgNg0VQ" target="_blank">frog-clasp bracelet </a>which had been a Birthday present to myself back in March. It was supposed to be the blue/teal colorway but the wrong one arrived. It ended up being a happy mistake because I get a lot more wear out of this one.<br />
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</div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-72546399823310789572012-05-24T14:56:00.000-07:002012-05-24T15:09:38.846-07:00Abstract LatticeMy Abstract Lattice pencil skirt is definitely one of my all time favorite classic J Crew pieces, luckily I was able to get a smaller size at a great price on eBay. Funny part is, when I bid on it I was on my iPhone so the picture was small. When I went to leave feedback I realized they used a picture of me wearing the skirt from this blog. So, I guess I sold myself a skirt. <br />
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<a href="http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=38006&vid=1&pid=434683&scid=434683002" target="_blank">Tara Espadrille Sandals</a>- Banana Republic</div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-88649169992179592452012-05-21T20:48:00.001-07:002012-05-21T20:48:18.966-07:00J Crew Seychelle Maxi Dress loveAfter seeing <a href="http://jcrewchick.blogspot.com/2012/05/window-dressing-pattern-play-april-2012.html" target="_blank">this post</a> on Slastena's amazing blog, <a href="http://jcrewchick.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">About All and Nothing At All</a> , I decided to wear one of my favorite dresses that I haven't seen a lot of buzz about online (although I have no idea why). This was a retail only maxi dress and the minute I saw it, I had to try it on which quickly turned into taking it home. It is unlike any recent maxi dresses that J Crew has released and I love how it is so light, breezy and boho-chic for summer. This is a size 6 and it runs TTS with adjustable straps that button in the back.<br />
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And here is what I wore yesterday. I didn't get an IRL picture because I was so exhausted by the time I got home with all the kids from church that I just threw on sweats and curled up on the couch. I am on the mend now though.....yippee!!</div>
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My sick uniform is pretty much what I wore today. Maxi + knits+ flats. Then I can run errands without looking as bad as I feel (hopefully) and then transition to laying on the couch/bed until I have to get up and do something else.Today it was my Amie Maxi dress (size XS, I sized down one size) that my awesome PS kept pushing at me. I don't usually wear strapless so I never bothered to try it on. Once it went on sale I finally agreed to give it a shot and the way it is structured works for me and I found that I actually end up wearing it a lot.<br />
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Do you have any items in your closet that you didn't think you'd like but now can't live without?Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-59620428687407356932012-05-18T16:37:00.000-07:002012-05-20T13:26:30.937-07:00The Casbah's ReturnI was a huge fan of the Casbah print when J Crew released in 2011. I grabbed the scarf and the iPhone cover but always wished I had more. Luckily, the <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/factory.jsp" target="_blank">Factory store</a> decided to make a few items in this print and as soon as I saw the pencil skirt, I knew it would be mine. So here we are, together at last:
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Here is the Polyvore of today's OOTD with all of the details except my cardigan is actually from the LOFT from a year or so ago
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/more_casbah/set?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=47858450">More Casbah</a> by <a href="http://modestly-styled.polyvore.com/?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger">modestly-styled</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/knit_tops/shop?query=knit+tops">knit tops</a></small></div>
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<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=36763714" rel="nofollow">J Crew knit top</a>, $60<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=39798173" rel="nofollow">J Crew knit top</a>, $30<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=55824608" rel="nofollow">J Crew pencil skirt</a>, $75<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.svc=blogger&id=49894932" rel="nofollow">J.Crew wedge sandals</a>, $150</div>
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Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-50354451948172703472012-05-17T13:14:00.002-07:002012-05-17T13:17:32.746-07:00Today is his Birthday....na, na, na, na, na, na<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">
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My mini-Cooper turned FIVE today. Wow, it never ceases to amaze me how fast it really goes. Cooper is my sweet boy, I like to say he is the one that keeps me sane enough to handle all the others.</div>
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So today is dedicated to strawberry crepes, hot dogs & watermelon, pizza and homemade ice cream cake. All his request of course. Gourmet to a now five year old. And, to top it all off, he now gets to chew gum. I see a future of finding chewed up gum in carpets, under tables and anywhere else imaginable but he is worth it!</div>
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With all the running around, I tried to get an OOTD shot IRL but a five year old and an iPhone camera created some laughable shots and since we will being running around once I get the older ones, I figured a Polyvore set was the best I could do!<br />
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.svc=copypaste&id=42271567" rel="nofollow">J Crew striped shirt</a>, $25</small><br />
<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.svc=copypaste&id=42327853" rel="nofollow">J Crew long silk skirt</a>, $118</small><br />
<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.svc=copypaste&id=51322048" rel="nofollow">Banana republic shoes</a>, $89</small><br />
<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.svc=copypaste&id=36776162" rel="nofollow">Banana Republic genuine leather handbag</a>, $98</small><br />
<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.svc=copypaste&id=32460760" rel="nofollow">J Crew locket necklace</a>, $50</small></div>
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</div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-84967262091964011192012-05-16T13:50:00.003-07:002012-05-20T13:25:37.271-07:00J Crew New Arrivals May/June 2012 Fitting Room Reviews<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Sooo.... before I start let me explain a little. At some point I realized this was the last school year that my youngest two boys would still be home so I had some refocusing and downsizing to do on my time and how I was spending it. So the blog was one of things put aside. Additionally, I changed my email and was not aware that people were leaving comments on my accidental and sporadic Polyvore posts. So if you emailed, posted a comment, etc and were ignored by me....I am truly sorry. To make up my long absence I thought I'd start with a dressing room post ;)</div>
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/shirtsandtops/sleeveless/PRDOVR~78887/78887.jsp" target="_blank">Silk Bow Cami in Stripe</a> (Size 6) $98. I thought that I'd fall in love with this top but I really didn't. It was just okay. It didn't feel or look stripe although the solid version in brilliant purple looked stunning IRL, I just didn't try it on. It fit TTS if not a little small. It wasn't very flowy and untucked it was boxy. I may reconsider during a sale but probably not.<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/dresses/PRDOVR~77196/77196.jsp" target="_blank"> Ella Dress in Porcelain Paisley</a> (Size 6) $298. I don't wear strapless dresses very often but if you do, check this one out. It really is beautiful and very well constructed plus it has pockets. I love this porcelain print, it reminds me of antique china, and the fabric they have it on is almost quilted up close while still being lightweight. Very comfortable and easy to move in.<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_special_sizes/size16/pants/PRDOVR~18850/99102652613/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~minnie/18850.jsp" target="_blank">Minnie Pants in Stretch Twill</a> (Size 4) $89.50. I love the deep orchid color! They were a little short on me, I'll have to order the tall online eventually.<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/knitsandtees/PRDOVR~82951/99102701523/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~17~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~chalkboard/82951.jsp" target="_blank">Sailor Boatneck Tee</a> (Size Small) $45 This top reminded me of the vintage bateau top from a few years ago that I loved. Highly recommend! Runs TTS, not like some of the other J Crew knits<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/dresses/weartowork/PRDOVR~67443/99102608820/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~17+4294967097~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~dahlia/67443.jsp" target="_blank">Director Dress in bi-stretch wool</a> (Size 4) $188. I have been drooling over this dress online and in the blogging world. First I am a HUGE fan of the bright dahlia color and second, a dress with real short sleeves is hard to find. Since I don't wear sleeveless this is much appreciated in the summers so I don't have to layer! I was so ecstatic to find this in store but they didn't have my size so I tried the 4 and it fit perfect...yay! It is not a heavy wool and it is very stretchy and well made. This dress is worth the price point (although it would always be nicer if it were lower)<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/skirts/pencil/PRDOVR~78129/78129.jsp" target="_blank">No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Caribbean Tweed</a> (Size 6) $128. I liked everything about the skirt. The cut was very flattering (especially for tweed) and the greens are really soft and summery. I felt this one fit very TTS.<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/shirtstops/PRDOVR~77701/77701.jsp" target="_blank">Camp Popover In Stripe</a> (Size 4) $69.50 I don't usually go with popovers but I really liked this one. Very lightweight but it ran a little large, This is a 4 and it fit perfectly with plenty of room to blouse.<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/knitsandtees/PRDOVR~83104/83104.jsp" target="_blank">Drapey Elbow-Sleeve Tee in Stripe</a> (size small) $39.50 I loved this color combo, we haven't seen this one and it's fresh and perfect for summer. It is shorter in length then a lot of their knits.<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_special_sizes/size16/skirts/PRDOVR~59369/99102707696/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~No%202/59369.jsp" target="_blank">No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Double Serge Cotton</a> (Size 6) $89.50. On these skirts wear a 6 if I want to keep it looser, a 4 if I plan on belting. The succulent green in pretty enough but I prefer the warm jade...it's a little bolder and brighter'<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/jewelry/PRDOVR~95272/95272.jsp" target="_blank">Elephant Pendant</a> $68<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/skirts/PRDOVR~79380/99102683152/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~porcelain/79380.jsp" target="_blank"> No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Porcelain Paisley</a> (Size 4) $158- Again they were already sold out of the size 6 but the four fit perfectly. The fabric is the same as the dress and is so stretchy and comfortable. When I put on this skirt I did not want to take it back off.....I loved it that much. I do want to note that the pattern is not lined up perfectly on the sides (see shot below) which I wish J Crew would try harder to do more consistently but it wasn't too far off.<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/dresses/PRDOVR~78958/99102682049/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~17+4294967097~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~denim/78958.jsp" target="_blank">Workwear Shirtdress </a>(Size 6) $118. I knew this would be too short for me but my PS had put it in the room so I decided to try it on for blog purposes. The 6 was a little baggy but the 4 would have been wayyy too short.<br />
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and here it is belted......the boys are really ready to go at this point.<br />
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And lastly, here was today's OOTD:<br />
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Eden Cardigan- J Crew</div>
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Navigation/Sale/AllProducts/PRDOVR~72299/99102684985/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~crinkle%20chiffon/72299.jsp" target="_blank">Crinkle Chiffon Skirt</a>- J Crew</div>
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Tortoise Belt- J Crew</div>
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Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-7107472511360355552011-09-19T12:45:00.000-07:002011-09-19T12:45:28.753-07:00Can I get a 'Witness' (sandal that is)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The other night I hosted a bridal shower for my work. Unfortunately, I am sick with a cold so I am a little droopy looking here plus after wearing it all day I am a little stretched out....oops but I did remember to at least get a picture. I don't think there is a more comfortable pencil skirt out there then the <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/skirts/cord/PRDOVR~28387/28387.jsp">J Crew corduroy</a>, I have several of them!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi67M8FD7wqEJ24l-gkf5CajNKpDYhZKWzQTMS3TSZ57_hYA8mI3pp6qSwSK9UZ4feo87tSdI5US7vGUul_sh5RWhYcdxG3iX_80axhnwbv8bk3hAY1gkoFCmGilYF1_i6q2QXXC7ZB1Gs/s1600/photo+1+%25283%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" rba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi67M8FD7wqEJ24l-gkf5CajNKpDYhZKWzQTMS3TSZ57_hYA8mI3pp6qSwSK9UZ4feo87tSdI5US7vGUul_sh5RWhYcdxG3iX_80axhnwbv8bk3hAY1gkoFCmGilYF1_i6q2QXXC7ZB1Gs/s640/photo+1+%25283%2529.JPG" width="424px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: xx-small;">ruffled dot blouse-Banana Republic</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: xx-small;">Vintage cord pencil skirt -J Crew</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: xx-small;">Witness Sandals-Seychelles</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Now for some better shots of my much beloved Seychelles Witness Sandals. I love, love LOVE these sandals. They have a great vintage vibe and they look like s peep toe pump from the front.......</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8T8tyoDhMQG3sGAzZusMyJmcNUeTJaI2qGM48rPGamOUjjdXG5LY48RJG_txeQXvgZiGtZ5_IFS-AEcTCuN1WjkF7UBLLoFFxJomObRf057mDHQATqmDts6kg8CBzJoW9ztmNgW9ZVyI/s1600/photo+3+%25283%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239px" rba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8T8tyoDhMQG3sGAzZusMyJmcNUeTJaI2qGM48rPGamOUjjdXG5LY48RJG_txeQXvgZiGtZ5_IFS-AEcTCuN1WjkF7UBLLoFFxJomObRf057mDHQATqmDts6kg8CBzJoW9ztmNgW9ZVyI/s320/photo+3+%25283%2529.JPG" width="320px" /></a></div>.............and a bootie from the side, back! Like all Seychelles, they are very comfortable for a pump. I am leaning forward so the gap in the back looks larger but there is always a gap there because of the height of the back. There is no rubbing at all so I am blister free. Oh, and excuse my chipped toenail polish.<br />
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</div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-825950826323075522011-08-24T13:17:00.000-07:002011-08-24T13:25:41.477-07:00Fall J Crew Fitting Room Reviews<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Today was the older boys first day back at school so to take my mind off missing them I ran to J Crew for a few returns and try ons.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/dresses/printed/PRDOVR~50357/99102469799/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~maisie/50357.jsp">Maisie Dress in Abstract Floral</a>. Size 6 $178. I usually prefer an 8 in J Crew dresses but if they aren't fitted on the hips, 6 will work. I LOVED this dress on I just wanted an inch or two more length. If there had been an eight in the store that was a little longer, it would have gone home with me today. </div><div align="center" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI11N_KdZpRjj6K-6FT9yzmzksk3M1q1_NPj1aDvaMBI59v0mx4PTQqDRca4d8reylcuqn8C35XJ6kVk6Nf09lGN-BZx_pfWy6jqAaP6Lisc8Mn7V3_QyIzE-azLBIaGT1WVB5BDCrar0/s1600/photo+4.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" qaa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI11N_KdZpRjj6K-6FT9yzmzksk3M1q1_NPj1aDvaMBI59v0mx4PTQqDRca4d8reylcuqn8C35XJ6kVk6Nf09lGN-BZx_pfWy6jqAaP6Lisc8Mn7V3_QyIzE-azLBIaGT1WVB5BDCrar0/s640/photo+4.JPG" width="360px" /></a></div> <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/dresses/weartowork/PRDOVR~49695/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~maisie/49695.jsp">Maisie Dress in getaway green</a>, Size 8 $168. I tried on an 8 in this one to see what it did for the length and imagine my suprise when it was shorter then the floral 6....strange. My PS said it should be the same in length as the floral but somehow I lost a few inches. Also, I am not sure if it just is because it was a slid versus a print but the arms were more sheer.<br />
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And I couldn't resist snapping some pics of the window displays *swoon*<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I did not want to leave without a quick picture of the <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/skirts/PRDOVR~48698/99102435330/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~jardin/48698.jsp">Jardin skirt</a>. I ordered this skirt back in June when it was first released on the website and was back ordered. It finally arrived on Tuesday. I must admit, I thought the odds were low that I would end up liking this skirt, even lower that I'd love it. Truth is, in a lot of their pics it looks too poofy and hard to wear. Nut in person, I LOVE this skirt. It is so light and it falls nicely...not too poofy at all. Oh....and it has pockets, need I say more? For a proper review and pictures that aren't rushed on an iPhone, check out App Gals post <a href="http://musingsonmtn.blogspot.com/2011/07/jcrew-review-jardin-skirt.html">here</a> with a perfect review. I did have to wear a slip, the skirt it is lined but it is lined with the same light cotton fabric which still equalled too sheer for me. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNZyk5eAWkwH1bco_v20QBDHMfnnue7GbFexb7xmjfzDV92WLumsR60Ba2ubmxGSzbE0aaORaKyZydXAvJyhpAYx43gJhYFc3-QHJTqWpUTeJf9ivzAo7Q3IvTau-XmdBvwvQLJ0U_MW0/s1600/jardin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNZyk5eAWkwH1bco_v20QBDHMfnnue7GbFexb7xmjfzDV92WLumsR60Ba2ubmxGSzbE0aaORaKyZydXAvJyhpAYx43gJhYFc3-QHJTqWpUTeJf9ivzAo7Q3IvTau-XmdBvwvQLJ0U_MW0/s640/jardin.jpg" t$="true" width="324px" /></a></div>For those of you who are interested or have this skirt at home, here are some styling ideas from my Polyvore collection.....<br />
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And the catalog image I have fallen in love with:<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/shirtstops/casualshirts/PRDOVR~48474/99102429889/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~perfect/48474.jsp">Perfect Shirt in Leopard</a> $78, Size 6. Okay, excuse the belt in this picture I was playing around with it and forgot to get a picture without it. I am not a lepard print person but J Crew always seems to find a way to so it well. This print is no exception.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_special_shops/weartoworkshop/pants/PRDOVR~49398/49398.jsp">Wool Cafe Capris</a> in camel $118 I was hoping these would fit like the lollis and they do...whoo hoo. My stylist accidentally grabbed me a 6 instead of an 8 in these and I almost cried thinking I had to go a pant size up but luckily it was just a mix up....funny how we get so caught up on numbers isn't it? Anyways, these pics will show them a little tight because of that. These are the camel and I love them and want all the colors (well almost). They are unlined and light which is not typically what you think of with wool pants. I think they run TTS if not a little big.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR0iClCXwsNDbcf17zdR4-Ata5cLRjGks2AKHli4whumsYG2hl4Hzbks9EPsLsbaw_6x4FvcmCiJWx1dboi2xJzDSzAvQsWfp0N0-wj5Hb4m-WIjW8GdLYg1b0eMk1GZw3qc_h8aqr5do/s1600/photo+1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR0iClCXwsNDbcf17zdR4-Ata5cLRjGks2AKHli4whumsYG2hl4Hzbks9EPsLsbaw_6x4FvcmCiJWx1dboi2xJzDSzAvQsWfp0N0-wj5Hb4m-WIjW8GdLYg1b0eMk1GZw3qc_h8aqr5do/s400/photo+1.JPG" t$="true" width="298px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://tippi%20sweater/">Tippi Sweater</a> $69.50 Size Medium. I don't know what to say except this sweater is a perfect wardrobe staple since it works with pants, skirts and jeans. The stylist grabbed me black (which I rarely wear) but the vibrant flame, viridian green and the heathered camel were my favorites. I found this to be TTS. You could size down but I like the slightly slouchy fit. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOTree8pOu1d362FMMWHyIG15OZNrE7J6zgMetuYppBWH4eA5SblCcNjoOk3EqaRjPyQUDULjME50V6xn-RKz-rAq-CiRJGKOZ7fwZVSlfegtBWaDKwd3Ig6fkZAokPwD4f67ukRNuBNs/s1600/photo+2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOTree8pOu1d362FMMWHyIG15OZNrE7J6zgMetuYppBWH4eA5SblCcNjoOk3EqaRjPyQUDULjME50V6xn-RKz-rAq-CiRJGKOZ7fwZVSlfegtBWaDKwd3Ig6fkZAokPwD4f67ukRNuBNs/s400/photo+2.JPG" t$="true" width="298px" /></a></div><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/skirts/PRDOVR~47322/99102414596/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~17~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~leopard/47322.jsp">No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Leopard,</a> $118 Size 8. I would not have tried this skirt on if the amazing Cyndi at Fashion Valley hadn't pushed me. I love the fit of this skirt, the length is longer than recent J Crew pencil skirts and the fabric is so soft. The leopard print on the skirt is slightly lighter than the perfect shirt and the tippi sweater version. <br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/knitstees/longsleevetees/PRDOVR~48054/48054.jsp">Suede Hook Belt</a>-On sale for $39.50 plus the current 40% off sale promo online (LOVEIT). This is a size Small. The medium was really big (see first picture). Fun little belt but it slips around a lot and you can't really adjust it.<br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqw68vtuKjOiEgU2MqNbulEYbUafw5Z-olj2NTBzYZ1zyiMSL8MfzeuYmJM7k-yADSKqwWtwwHquFOUERigExAlYFgwT-FEjhnAduijMZ68FvBnVGAsX0HVLA-HOzSQGm9jW70PD0BxLs/s1600/photo+3+%25282%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqw68vtuKjOiEgU2MqNbulEYbUafw5Z-olj2NTBzYZ1zyiMSL8MfzeuYmJM7k-yADSKqwWtwwHquFOUERigExAlYFgwT-FEjhnAduijMZ68FvBnVGAsX0HVLA-HOzSQGm9jW70PD0BxLs/s400/photo+3+%25282%2529.JPG" t$="true" width="298px" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/pants/PRDOVR~18850/99101857540/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~17~90~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~vibrant+flame/18850.jsp">Minnie pant in Stretch Twill</a> $79.50, Size 8 Vibrant Flame. Love this color and the look of these pants. What I couldn't get comfortable with was my plump booty on full display. Even when I was a size 2, I still had bootie to spare. Maybe the matchstick cords will work a little better. <br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/knitstees/tanksandcamis/PRDOVR~49600/49600.jsp">Featherknit Floral tank</a> $39.50, Size M. I had this in a small as well but I like the relaxed fit of the Medium. I really like the flowy feel of this tank and I am planning to grab it in <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/knitstees/tanksandcamis/PRDOVR~48071/48071.jsp">some solids</a> as well. Great layering piece, tucked in or out.<br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/sweaters/cotton/PRDOVR~29350/99102447428/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~90~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~jackie/29350.jsp">Jackie Cardigan</a> $62, Size M Laquer Yellow (?). I had just asked my stylist to grab any cardigan real quick and this is what I ended up with. I am assuming this must be the laquer yellow, it was much brighter then I thought it looked on the website.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgulXJUgVKomMaJaWa4WJ49jf8pnkKlSn6c7py4spMUH2uH4aLfNW-HE4DEOdKyRR6MFPiLeOfB3gq84_bqcz9sqfOeB4P6lfdoo-EIN0GOzQvR0FruxeGWRKhEixgJPPG9DYOK_fi_dFo/s1600/photo+4.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgulXJUgVKomMaJaWa4WJ49jf8pnkKlSn6c7py4spMUH2uH4aLfNW-HE4DEOdKyRR6MFPiLeOfB3gq84_bqcz9sqfOeB4P6lfdoo-EIN0GOzQvR0FruxeGWRKhEixgJPPG9DYOK_fi_dFo/s400/photo+4.JPG" t$="true" width="298px" /></a></div><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/dresses/solid/PRDOVR~47875/47875.jsp">Chambray Shirtdress</a> $118-If this had been 6 inches longer I would have been happy but hello...short enough? It looks longer on the model. Also, the price is a little high but seeing it could be a "go to" dress for years you may want to splurge. For me it was a may be a sale pick...with leggings!<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I wish I had more to show you but most of what I was on the lookout for was not in the store ;( On the positive side, My purple Jardin skirt shipped Friday so I should have a review soon</div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-58528387211276200212011-07-24T19:20:00.000-07:002011-07-24T19:22:43.105-07:00Wedding Bells and Crystal rays<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Yesterday was the wedding and I am now free from the kitchen...yee haw! Here is what I wore to the event, it was outside in the evening so it cooled down just enough that the cropped sweater never got too hot. I scored this dress for just over $35 during a recent promo at Banana Republic where they were offering 40% off sale items plus at 25% off coupon. I also had some rewards so it ended up being a great deal. It's hard to capture in a picture how cute the smocking on this dress is so you'll have to trust me that it makes it extra special. Oh, and it ended up that the Bridal party all had cropped purple cardigans on so I blended right in.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKmM_4pUnW7qdEx0ZdHTZFu7_F29ZOd-GrpLFkfSoE1tdCVOGdK9J1-Rcss3KwDN7e7xl7bI5rPBBF9lUFQcM0D9yUhZNCnD4_pVZ-rUAjeFaLxVlmd0u3tJEI7UqBZ4ezC_GtO3_-tQw/s1600/IMG_3108.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKmM_4pUnW7qdEx0ZdHTZFu7_F29ZOd-GrpLFkfSoE1tdCVOGdK9J1-Rcss3KwDN7e7xl7bI5rPBBF9lUFQcM0D9yUhZNCnD4_pVZ-rUAjeFaLxVlmd0u3tJEI7UqBZ4ezC_GtO3_-tQw/s640/IMG_3108.JPG" t$="true" width="355px" /></a></div>During the same promo I picked up this clutch for $21.99.......<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-YMJGluUl8QAE5M_pqGTEN-DLd8Uyfu_cL0_-Y5Yy2W-rIJzz33YJYuQJGnqxg2289y-Zh6kuaMDBOsGTbNk5rNmYDUqsp7HD3sY9N8Xo_jUaydfLWHjV5jajias-fhuye-8M7ugiYFs/s1600/IMG_3106.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="278px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-YMJGluUl8QAE5M_pqGTEN-DLd8Uyfu_cL0_-Y5Yy2W-rIJzz33YJYuQJGnqxg2289y-Zh6kuaMDBOsGTbNk5rNmYDUqsp7HD3sY9N8Xo_jUaydfLWHjV5jajias-fhuye-8M7ugiYFs/s320/IMG_3106.JPG" t$="true" width="320px" /></a></div>And here is a close up of the Crystal Rays Necklace that I grabbed during a promo for just $34.99. I feel like such a bargain hunter right now<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="height: 400px; position: relative; width: 400px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/another_wedding/set?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed&id=34047232"><img alt="another wedding" border="0" force="1" height="400px" src="http://embed.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-set/cid/34047232/id/4sjP65mu4BGcB9WMq2kGnw/size/e.jpg" title="another wedding" width="400px" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/another_wedding/set?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed&id=34047232">another wedding</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed&id=1059306&name=modestlyme">modestlyme</a> featuring a <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cropped_cardigan/shop?query=cropped+cardigan">cropped cardigan</a></small></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed-textlist&id=34832607" rel="nofollow">Banana Republic long dress</a>, $120<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed-textlist&id=37231238" rel="nofollow">Banana Republic cropped cardigan</a>, $50<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed-textlist&id=32149489" rel="nofollow">Seychelles shoes</a>, $40<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed-textlist&id=32400112" rel="nofollow">Banana Republic beaded clutch</a>, $80<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed-textlist&id=33768692" rel="nofollow">J Crew anchor necklace</a>, $88<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed-textlist&id=25659846" rel="nofollow">Lemon Bars</a>, $22</small></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><small><span style="font-size: small;">Have you seen the new Fall Arrivals on the J Crew site? Our store is getting theirs in tomorrow so I should have some dressing room pics for you. </span></small></div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-79729277944905527632011-07-17T19:26:00.000-07:002011-07-17T19:29:27.315-07:00Stuck in the Kitchen<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Aren't summers supposed to be laid back? Well, I am still waiting. My eldest, Jonas, is leaving at 5am (ugghh) tomorrow to go rapelling in Utah. I will be a nervous wreck until he is home with all bones and limbs in tact. I also have another friends wedding next weekend that I am preparing some of the desserts and a few small decorations for. So after church today I was flash freezing cookies, squeezing lemons for lemon bars (my favorite) and making (and freezing) homemade cinnamon rolls for a church event the same day as the wedding. So after all that I was too tired to make dinner.....oh well. Sorry fam.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is what I wore this morning. I noticed 15 minutes in to church that I had my scarf inside out but you get the picture. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGFm75yL0RlEGXvV1MvT8byN6g7AKNK-hn_mJRITNdN5uPQbcuzPR4CuweznxmeQTrRY5fxuxpBkME3orrvxko9qjoChNJ11K4bbr7i5MphUbHKhWojYBIOkHYTIrXcWDgK2IPUpjNdw4/s1600/IMG_3102.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" m$="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGFm75yL0RlEGXvV1MvT8byN6g7AKNK-hn_mJRITNdN5uPQbcuzPR4CuweznxmeQTrRY5fxuxpBkME3orrvxko9qjoChNJ11K4bbr7i5MphUbHKhWojYBIOkHYTIrXcWDgK2IPUpjNdw4/s640/IMG_3102.JPG" width="387px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have been enjoying all the summer sales going on, what about you? I got some great deals at Boden USA, Banana Republic, Talbots and LOFT. Somehow I avoided any J Crew purchases. I think I am just ready for their amazing fall line to come out and take all my extra money.</div><br />
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Here is the Polyvore of today's outfit. Everything is accurate except for the cardigan which is actually from Banana Republic last year. <br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="height: 400px; position: relative; width: 400px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/today/set?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed&id=34177247"><img alt="today" border="0" force="1" height="400px" src="http://embed.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-set/cid/34177247/id/DtgbGeOw4BGi9dbTvhX51Q/size/e.jpg" title="today" width="400px" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/today/set?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed&id=34177247">today</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed&id=1059306&name=modestlyme">modestlyme</a> featuring a <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/skinny_belt/shop?query=skinny+belt">skinny belt</a></small></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed-textlist&id=5416737" rel="nofollow">J Crew merino cardigan</a>, $88<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed-textlist&id=17308485" rel="nofollow">Bandolino gold shoes</a>, $79<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed-textlist&id=29665244" rel="nofollow">Post earrings</a>, $24<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed-textlist&id=32400994" rel="nofollow">J Crew embroidered shawl</a>, $50<br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=1059306&.mid=embed-textlist&id=19025428" rel="nofollow">J Crew skinny belt</a>, $25</small></div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-81235741323840793002011-07-11T11:30:00.000-07:002011-07-11T11:30:51.555-07:00Stripes and some Paisley<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Happy Monday (if there is such a thing)! I hope you are enjoying your summer so far....I know we are but it never seems to be as calm and relaxing as you think. Did you see J Crew started an extra 30 promo on sale today? I am trying to be good. I ordered a <a href="http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Womens-Dresses/Above-Knee-Dresses/WH248-NAT/Womens-Natural-Poppy-Love-Spring-Shift.html?NavGroupID=4">sale dress from Boden</a> this morning and that has to be it. I admit, the fact the we are receiving 16 hours of new shipment at<a href="http://www.loft.com/"> work</a> that I can't wait to check out tonight is helping.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here is what I wore to work over the weekend. This dress sold out fast this Spring (I am not sure if it ever was online) but we just got in an opposite version last week (navy with white stripes) that is perfect if you missed the first one.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8oXS-MfwIRdNWtE0bCv4ksYmduatWtO5YS69h8UreqwGgSybNgT5MIp4mKxkJSI2jpkiH0HeDxhHu8pUZ9kQ6iMIm_TlIuj9CfENw3G0_hrrGkjpCNxrLXy5F0vbEaAKSmdLDeXVnI20/s1600/IMG_3091.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400px" m$="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8oXS-MfwIRdNWtE0bCv4ksYmduatWtO5YS69h8UreqwGgSybNgT5MIp4mKxkJSI2jpkiH0HeDxhHu8pUZ9kQ6iMIm_TlIuj9CfENw3G0_hrrGkjpCNxrLXy5F0vbEaAKSmdLDeXVnI20/s400/IMG_3091.JPG" width="300px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: xx-small;">Cowl neck striped dress-LOFT</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: xx-small;">belt-LOFT</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: xx-small;">knit jacket-Banana Republic</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: xx-small;">Shoes-Mis Moos</span></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And here is what I wore to chirch yeaterday. The lighting made this shirt look a little orange but is more of a red orange and it is soooo light and comfy. The skirt is one of my new favorites as well!</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I would have posted sooner but my camera "mysteriously" disappeared. I finally found it this morning with about 40 pictures like these.......</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-40583199878650072062011-07-09T10:38:00.000-07:002011-07-09T10:38:31.145-07:00Outdoor Friday Wedding Reception<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thanks for all your patience, sweet emails and support while I have been on a blogging break to spend time with my family. Sometimes, you have to let go of things for a while and just get back to basics. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One of my dear friends was married yesterday and she had a simple elegant, casual backyard reception so I grabbed a quick picture before I left....sorry for the crummy lighting.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6843794665785347396.post-49264063220775020902011-03-27T11:20:00.000-07:002011-03-27T14:54:59.187-07:00No title, just a post<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Okay, well this has been a very long, unplanned absense (more like disappearance) on my part. I am going to work on getting back to all your comments this week as well. First off, we had <em><strong>major</strong></em> sickies that ended up with my oldest and youngest having pnuemonia. It was the cold/flu that wouldn't go away, three weeks of being a nurse...no thank-you. Also, as I had briefly mentioned, my husband isn't working right now, and not by choice. So, I switched to working days and took a lead position at the LOFT so I have been working over twice as much as I am used to. I don't know how I used to work full time and take care of the house. Working mom's my hat is off to you....bravo! Between work, school carpooling, baseball, wrestling and that whole making dinner for a family of six thing, I have hardly touched my computer. Oh, and then we all came down with the stomach flu this week within hours of each other. I will spare you the details but I assure you, it will go in my top five of the toughest things I have been through.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now, I don't want to sound like a complainer I could have found a way to blog but my family needed me and they win. It was nice to be home more in the evenings and I truly love my job. Plus, I took the opportunity to work on my baking skills and we have thoroughly enjoyed eating a multitude of pies, lemon bars and homemade donuts. Things are hopefully going to get back to normal soon since my husband is about to go back to work (phew) and homemade banana pudding topped with meringue is about to go in the oven.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I did try to get some quick OOTD shots during my absense, here you go! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here is to wishing you all well and I hope to be a little more regular soon....miss ya ;)</div>Debyehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00104610535464945585noreply@blogger.com23