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6.27.2011

crisis in disguise.

keeping it short today as i'm dealing
with a crisis at the office.

this used to be one of my favorite striped dresses.
it has cute diagonal insets at the waist...but
i've slacked on exercising and have become too self conscious
to wear it.

found an unexpected solution with this crochet top.
it hides camouflages just enough but still allows
the stripes to show thru.
and, of course, i had to throw in some leopard.


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36 comments:

  1. Evil NellyJune 27, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    nice! i loved the outfit, great idea with the crochet top! my midsection reminds me of the hindenberg, so....

    oooh and lovely nails too :)

    hugs
    Nelly
    www.massacredmascara.blogspot.com

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  2. ValerieJune 27, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    This outfit looks great on you! I love how that last shot showcases the details beautifully. :) Thanks for dropping by my blog! Will def link up if I experiment on extremes again. xx

    forshoeswefall.blogspot.com

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  3. natJune 27, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    baeutiful use of the crochet top, and the belt is great!

    crisis avoided :)

    natalie
    http://lucyandtherunaways.blogspot.com

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  4. UnknownJune 27, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Love the crochet top with the dress! This look is so inspirational!...I actually just bought a crochet top recently...

    Rosalia :)
    http://style-love.blogspot.com/

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  5. Siena in StyleJune 27, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    i love your combinations!!
    http://sienastyle.blogspot.com/

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  6. GertrudeJune 27, 2011 at 11:01 PM

    The crochet top looks so lovely worn with the striped dress!

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  7. JackieJune 27, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    This is a super cute dress along with the crochet! <3

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  8. riestyaJune 27, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    what a lovely outfit <3
    i love it :)


    riestyaap

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  9. roberto syriousJune 28, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    totally love this outfit!!
    amazing leopard belt!
    nad lovely bracelets!
    super lovely blog!
    i'm following you by google friends :) hope you'll follow me if you'll like mine
    xoxo

    Syriously in Fashion
    Facebook

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  10. AlbeeLuckyJune 28, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    I love the mix of textiles and prints. You look pretty in this outfit. The third photo made me smile, you're all about details. I admire all the thought you put in each and every one of your posts.
    xo-AlbeeLucky.blogspot.com

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  11. Style JourneyJune 28, 2011 at 2:49 AM

    I love the crochet top paired with the stripes and leopard. All the textures are really fun. Your necklace is pretty awesome too!

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  12. JuanitaJune 28, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    Those peep toe shoes are divine!

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  13. CelJune 28, 2011 at 3:31 AM

    Oh noes, office crisis, those are never fun. The crochet top did the trick eh? I've a mind to ask my mother to crochet me a top or two... she's always asking if I'd wear a thing or other if she made them.

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  14. PieterJune 28, 2011 at 3:52 AM

    Looking F a b u l o u s! :D
    As always ofcourse!

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  15. Rachel - Notes from my closetJune 28, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    I love this combination! :) looking gorgeous! :)

    Love, vanilla

    http://notesfrommycloset.blogspot.com/

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  16. JamieJune 28, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    Leopard and stripes are my two favorite things together and this is no exception. I LOVE this dress and the combo with the belt is perfection!

    http://www.glamlatte.com

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  17. the nyanzi reportJune 28, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    great styling here. i love the outfit.

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  18. MarleeJune 28, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Brilliant fix! You look so adorable! New follower from the Tuesday blog hop :).

    http://marleeindebt.blogspot.com/

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  19. SpryOnTheWallJune 28, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    Love the way the stripes and crochet mix - creates a really cool pattern/texture!

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  20. district5June 28, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    ;) funny with the different colored nail polish ;)

    Christine
    http://district5-fashion.blogspot.com/

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  21. Pam @ over50feeling40June 28, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    You look ready to deal with a crisis...hope all goes well!

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  22. AnonymousJune 28, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    ♥
    oh.. so nice post.)
    Love your blog.))
    ♥
    I now spend a survey of bloggers with such questions.
    1. Why did you create a blog?
    2. For whom you taking him? Want to be popular?
    3. How long will it keep going?
    ♥

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  23. BonnieJune 28, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Gorgeous outfit. I love the way you changed the look of the skirt. I think it's great. :)
    I'm sorry to hear about your crisis at the office yesterday. I had plenty of those a couple of weeks ago, so I feel your pain.

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

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  24. UnknownJune 28, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    great solution!! it looks really great, and i love how the belt gives a little touch to the outfit!

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  25. lauraJune 28, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Firstly, i love that crochet top! I have to get myself one of those... probably next summer! Or maybe I can make myself one. MAybe not! hahahaha.

    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights

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  26. Bronzed HumanityJune 28, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    You look so cute! Love your nails!
    xx
    Hot Pink Day
    Blue Vanilla

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  27. jamesJune 28, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    loving the last photo! and as always, youre looking so pretty!!!

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  28. AnonymousJune 28, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    This is a nifty solution. I really like the irregular pattern in the crochet.

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  29. soapymermaidJune 28, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    gorgeous outfit! lovely manicure..

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  30. JennaStevieJune 29, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    i am such a huge fan of this crotchet top on you!! And especially with that striped dres sunderneath, its so good. Love your nails too :)
    xJennaD

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  31. BreJune 29, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    I'm sure why you are self conscious. You are beautiful and have a rockn' body. Anyway you look hot even with your cover up!
    Cheers,
    Bre

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  32. TiffanyJune 29, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    I love the addition of the picture with the nails and "oomph". =) You really look fabulous and have nothing to be self-conscious about!

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  33. KastlesJune 30, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    I love this look! I am going to have try this with my crochet top. I am sad to hear about the bird. I hope that you have a wonderful long weekend!
    <3 Kastles

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  34. lawyerdollJuly 2, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    The combination of stripes, crochet, and leopard is unexpected... and looks amazing.

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  35. ewita244July 3, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    love your outfit, specially the white crochet top, its really girly and stylish the same time

    xxx
    ewita

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  36. Baby Budget BlogJuly 4, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    Loving that overlay! The stripes are of course a no brainer in style and loving the shoes!

    www.plentyforpennies.com

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