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2.23.2011

linebacker.

earlier this fall season i picked up a few sweaters when big shoulders, defined with shoulder pads, made a short-lived comeback. i have since snipped the shoulder pads out of them for a softer, less pronounced pouf.
now i don't feel like a football player anymore.

i must say i'm pleasantly surprised with essie nailpolish.
it lasts a long time without chipping.
i'm usually forced to change my polish because it's chipping...but now that i actually want to change it and try all the new colors, i can't. the polish still looks decent, and i feel like it would be wasteful to remove good polish!

(skirt, bcbg; tank, old navy; sweater, f21; shoes, jessica simpson; belt, uo)

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46 comments:

  1. NorwegiantageFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    I really wish the shoulder thing lasted longer, I wouldve bought a sweater like that too. I personally think its supercute! <3 Your outfit rocks!!

    <3mvv

    themodernvv.com

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  2. modern.girlFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    yea, i have this super cute balmain inspired blazer from zara with huge shoulder pads. i bought it because it looked so good on the models, but on me i looked like a football player too. sigh. still love the blazer though.

    you look so chic!

    cheers,
    yvonne
    modern.girl

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  3. OreleonaFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    LOVE ur shoes!!!

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  4. UnknownFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    love the way the shoulders look now! this outfit is so chic and effortless. awesome nails!

    xoxo

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  5. cryskayFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    i loooove essie nail polish. they always have the best colors. i wish i could buy them all.

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  6. Bekah McDuffieFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    you look precious in the sweater. i bought a couple of tops like that + i removed some elastic to reduce the poof-age. and essie is great, it's the only kind that lasts longer than 2 days with me!
    Bekah
    Matters of Merrymaking

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  7. AngelineFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    This is a great outfit! Those strong shoulders are super chic.

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  8. JennaStevieFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    I love the cardigan and this is a great outfit, it's very sexy librarian to me? Also I should try that nail polish, nothing more aggitating then chipping polish!!
    xJennaD

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  9. Fashion Confessions of a MommyFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    How cool those shoes look under the outfit. Nice job taking a 'club' like show and making it work for day time. Love the puff shoulders and the thin metal gold belt.

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  10. audrinajuliaFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Love the details of the golden belt how the color blends and looks great on your outfit.

    Thanks for giving tips regarding Essie nail polish. I'm always using Orly, such a brand loyal. Gonna try others this time and will take Essie as an alternative.

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  11. KastlesFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Love that purple on you! It's perfect! And I totally understand not wanting to change the nail polish and waste it. Hope you are having a great week :)
    <3 Kastles

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  12. kishkishFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Love the pumps and sweater :)

    http://kandyandklothes.blogspot.com/

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  13. GertrudeFebruary 23, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    This outfit is really gorgeous! I loved the big shoulder trend, hope it does a comeback soon! x

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  14. Simone ♥February 23, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    You look great! I love your shoes!!!

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  15. LocaporlostaconesFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    Hola!!!!
    Genial look!!
    saludos!

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  16. ImsuFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    I love the colour palette.
    And those shoes are gorgeous!
    :)

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  17. rivercatFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:43 AM

    nice choices :)

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  18. AnnaFebruary 24, 2011 at 2:41 AM

    LOVE your nails!! I do the same thing, painting one a different color or adding sparkles!

    PS - Thanks for the sweet comment about my mom on my blog! So glad you commented so I could be led to your blog... LOVE it! :)

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  19. MoniekFebruary 24, 2011 at 3:19 AM

    Lovely and chic outfit!

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  20. Pam @ over50feeling40February 24, 2011 at 3:23 AM

    This outfit is seriously fierce!! you look amazing in it!

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  21. UnknownFebruary 24, 2011 at 3:31 AM

    Great outfit, gorgeous colours!
    www.styleisalwaysfashionable.blogspot.com

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  22. ChloeFebruary 24, 2011 at 4:22 AM

    I love that you titled this post 'linebacker' - I totally used to think the same thing when it came to the shoulder pad trend! Love this look on you, girl! That skirt is amazing.

    chloe ** http://flowerponychloe.blogspot.com

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  23. MariloéFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    this outfit is HOT!!! like your style


    http://tumeretrouverasaparis.blogspot.com/

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  24. Sarah SmileFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    The nail polish is my favorite part of this outfit! xoxo

    www.luckylucychance.blogspot.com

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  25. UnknownFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    loving the shoe s xx

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  26. Balancing LisaFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    The sweater is amazing but those shoes are outstanding!!!! Great look!

    http://stilettosanddiaperbags.blogspot.com/

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  27. NooneFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    thanks for the comment! let's follow :)

    I loooove your outfit :)

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  28. BonnieFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    Big shoulders scare me, but these aren't big enough to be frightening.
    These are more like shoulder wings.
    (What?)
    I like it.
    And your shoes made me orgasm a little bit.

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

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  29. kimbirdyFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    that sweater definitely looks feminine and non-linebackerish. and i'll have to try that polish. i usually give up on my nails because they chip so easily, but i miss having a little color. thanks for sharing!

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  30. KellyAnnFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    I can't imagine that sweater with pads - it looks perfect without them. Just enough poof to be feminine not overwhelming. good job on pulling those suckers out. Great look.
    I have never tried Essie nail polish, I generally stick with OPI brand stuff as that is the only brand I've had luck with. glad I read your post 'cause I think I'll try it now. i like the one different colored nail you have going on here :)

    iborrowedyoursilverboots.blogspot.com

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  31. ScalaFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    what a great look for you! and yeah i agree, i want to change my nail polish but if it still looks nice i cant, i feel bad!!

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  32. SpryOnTheWallFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Okay, you look amazing - that sweater and those shoes are to die for!!

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  33. cailinFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Peeerfect!!!Kisses darling ;D

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  34. FollowupfashionFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    love your outfit,you look so pretty;)

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  35. WidaFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    This outfit is perfection.

    Wida
    Missing Amsie Blog

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  36. Onyinye FaFi ObiFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    i love your look.
    so chic.
    amazing.

    www.fashionphoenix06.blogspot.com

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  37. Marloes | The Style SandwichFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    The touch of purple is awesome
    Love it!

    ♥

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  38. Courtney BFebruary 24, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    You are GORGEOUS!
    Love the shoes!

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  39. thomessaFebruary 24, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Nice outfit! You look great!

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  40. Sophie in the SticksFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    great look, love the shoulders :)
    http://cgdn.blogspot.com

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  41. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Love the shoulder detail of your cardigan.

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  42. SiaFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    I die for you in this outfit! The shoulder pads are just right. x

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  43. Bronzed HumanityFebruary 24, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    Love this....gonna put it in my work attire folder :)
    xx

    Hot Pink Day

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  44. L1L2February 24, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    liking the teal nail. reminds of ur previous post:) but the gray sweater is a killer too...

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  45. ElisseFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    That skinny gold belt is such a nice detail. Really need to pick one up for myself :) Thanks for the inspiration :)

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  46. NadiaFebruary 25, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    i love your silver shoes! they are amazing, and your look is so spring and so classy and chic

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