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6.30.2011

fringe on the fritz.

many of you had kind words for the baby bird.
sadly, it died.

i'm not sure what possessed me to buy this blanket sweater last year for those winter months which never came. it looked good on the 5'-9" model. but then again, what doesn't look good on a
5'-9" model? i wore it out of the house a few times, but it's just too hot here.

on this day, i was just playing around with my camera and the fringes, but you can see how i actually wore it here.

what were you suckered into buying just because it looked good on the model/mannequin?


(sweater, shae via ideeli.com)
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46 comments:

  1. KileenJune 30, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    the fringes on this sweater are so much fun! and i've definitely bought something because it looked good on the mannequin too. :)

    cute & little
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  2. AnonymousJune 30, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    I can understand getting sucked into this...but because I thrift I rarely have this problem. Now, sometimes bloggers convince me that I must have certain items!

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  3. UnknownJune 30, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    it looks great on you too! I love the back detail on your tank.

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  4. UnknownJune 30, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    I actually really like the "blanket" sweater :) it looks really great with the outfit you linked.

    I have bought so many outfits off of mannequins its really sad... before I started trying to develop my own real style I used to just buy whole outfits and not really allow for any creativity or thought.

    xo Teresa
    www.teresalifeandstyle.blogspot.com
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  5. MeriJune 30, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Well, I live in Minnesota so I'm a sucker for anything that looks really warm when its wintertime, regardless of style sometimes, sadly... that sweater would probably be great here :)

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  6. AquíJune 30, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Love this sweater! I can't get enough of oversized pieces to layer! I've found layering essential for Hawaii! Especially since I live on the big island, its so rainy!

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  7. JackieJune 30, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    What are you talking about silly it looks fab on you! Love this outfit :)

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  8. BARESTUDY (Janelle)June 30, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    i know, i hate it when these models trick me when i buy the stuff they wear. haha!! oh man..

    Janelle
    http://barestudy.blogspot.com

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  9. BrigitaJune 30, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    Loove the fringe! The second shot is stunning!
    Thanks for stooping by my blog! :)

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    X Brigita

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  10. AnonymousJune 30, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    I think it looks good on you. Great piccys. Do you use a tripod?

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  11. ValerieJune 30, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    This fringe is amazing! I think it looks great on you. :) I would still buy clothes on tall mannequins and then I usually just figure out how to make it work on my pint-sized frame later on. :) xx

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  12. Ellen ♥June 30, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    The fringe is not bad for summer :) It looks good on you and it can protect you from the sun? Pretty. :)

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  13. Elina KJune 30, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    Love the fringe trend! Nice outfit!
    Thanks for stopping by my blog! x

    http://lipstickstarsandkillerheels.blogspot.com/

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  14. Fashion GossipJuly 1, 2011 at 12:23 AM

    I think it's cute on you. Tho i never had enough courage to buy something like that.
    M.

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  15. MarieJuly 1, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    No, i think it's great with you. I love it! Oh, and that baby bird :(.
    x

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  16. fashionismyh2oJuly 1, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    I love the fringe I think it's super cute on you :)

    Sarah
    http://fashionismyh2o.blogspot.com/
    xx

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  17. Marianna PapagiannopoulouJuly 1, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    The last photo is really amazing!!!
    I like the outfit!


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  18. AnonymousJuly 1, 2011 at 1:14 AM

    heey thanks for the comment! the second picture of the post is amazing! now i'm following:) xxx
    http://larruds.blogspot.com/

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  19. ImsuJuly 1, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    Oohh, I love how you're working the shorts and the fringed sweater out.

    And, I still can't picture you to be shorter than 5'6!

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  20. UnknownJuly 1, 2011 at 2:42 AM

    Love the sweater!

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  21. S.GreinerJuly 1, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    Love the sweater...perfect for cooler summer evenings and I would wear it all fall and spring! Great piece!

    I'm your new follower and thanks for stopping by and following Always Just A Mom!

    steph
    www.alwaysjustamom.blogspot.com

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  22. lauraJuly 1, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    I think it looks fantastic on you! I suppose in my case YOU would be the model, and I would be just me trying to look good. Make sense? I love that second picture!
    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights

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  23. AnonymousJuly 1, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Hey, thanks for your comment on my post. I'd love to be linked. Those piccys are seriously awful, though. I'll get better ones. I think you should do more challenges and set yourself up with a linky thing like Pretty Shiny Sparkly. Your signature could be mixing patterns and colors....justa thought. Your blog is awesome and so are you.

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  24. SuperblondeepJuly 1, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    I think it is a good buy! is very cool as oversize and fringe! I love how you look with it! and the photos you have been great!

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  25. BonnieJuly 1, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    In the picture where you have your back to the camera and are spreading out the blanket fringe thing, you look like a bird. I like it.

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    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  26. mtgJuly 1, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Looks really cute on you too! Definitely. Love the last shot.
    Sorry about the baby bird.
    xx
    maya

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  27. MerciBlahBlahJuly 1, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    Lurve. Also loving that tank with the funky straps in back. Have a great weekend, mamacita!

    merci,
    Shannan

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  28. Mallory In New YorkJuly 1, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    I like it!! Its very unique. :)

    ALSO, thanks so much for checking out my blog! I'm following & I hope you'll follow back. :)

    http://malloryinnewyork.blogspot.com

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  29. LupeJuly 1, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Lovely post! :)
    thanks for your comment sweetie,,
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    Love

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  30. Ju'liaJuly 1, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    I love the sweater!!! You look beautiful :) I nominated ur blog for an award. Stop by my blog for details. http://jcatherinethoughts.blogspot.com

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  31. Movimento ModaJuly 1, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    love this :)

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  32. AnonymousJuly 1, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    I am soooo in love with this fringe look!! I want it!!

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  33. lindyJuly 1, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    How do I count the ways? Most of the, um, stuff (junk) in my closet looked way better on the mannequin than yours truly. :P Any-who, just wanted to stop by and let you know that you're my pick of the week. I dig your photos and fashion divaness (totally made that word up) and want to share your blog with my readers. Your link will be on my blog's sidebar for the next week. Toodles! :)

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  34. Chyrel GomezJuly 1, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    this is so bad-ass and i have to agree, what doesn't look good with a 5'9 model. you are rockin' and owning the look.

    happy weekend!

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  35. DaBlackSjpJuly 1, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    nice outfit! I like the ring and the color block touch'

    http://dablacksjp.blogspot.com/

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  36. SiaJuly 2, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    I love that cardigan! And may I just say,it looks just as good on you, as it would on a 5"9 model. Love Sia xx

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  37. UnknownJuly 2, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    I love it girl. You're definitely working the fringe and your pics are fantastic. Gorgeous as always

    <3 Marina
    Fashion.MakeUp.LifeStyle

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  38. CatJuly 3, 2011 at 3:03 AM

    Weird how amazing clothes look on models & then when you try it on, it doesn't have the same appeal!

    But saying that, this looks amazing on you hun! xx

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  39. MaNAaJuly 3, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    love your pics so much gorgeous look <3

    MaNAa

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  40. Baby Budget BlogJuly 4, 2011 at 3:23 AM

    LOOOOOVE that second pic!! Fringe is always fun, here you look spectacular. Love the pop of color too!

    www.plentyforpennies.com

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  41. CelJuly 4, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    Too bad it's too hot for it, it looks so cool. It'd be perfect for a cool summer night to sit around a campfire on the side of a lake here.

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  42. HautepotJuly 4, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    I love the fringe detail of this sweater. It adds so much interest to the outfit. Hmmm...I can't remember being influenced by something displayed on a mannequin recently.

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  43. MizzJJuly 4, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    haha I've probably done that too many times to count, but now I'm a bit wiser b/c I know that they usually tug and pin them into place on the mannequin! I actually like this sweater on you though. It's very giant and cozy looking, with a real vintage vibe.

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  44. SadaJuly 4, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    What does it say about me that I love the cardi? You wear it well! I think the 5'9" mannequin did you a favour! Ha! Love ur style.
    xo
    Sada
    http://dressologyhq.blogspot.com

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  45. soapymermaidJuly 5, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    this fringed cardigan is really an amazing garnment!

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  46. Jayme @ Her Late Night CravingsJuly 11, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    In love with this outfit!!

    We are now following you and would love for you to visit our blog and follow back if you like.

    Jayme & Mendi @ Her Late Night Cravings
    http://herlatenightcravings.blogspot.com/

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