10.20.2011

contortionist.

y'all know i have a huge obsession with elbow patches.
until now, most could only be found at places like h&m and zara. we have neither here.
so i went on a frenzy recently when i saw that forever 21 had gazillions online. i started with five or six in my cart
but sensibly checked out with two...this blazer and the
green sweater in the previous post.
i assumed it was going to be a regular light-weight
rayon blazer typical of certain forever 21 items.
turns out it's a thicker, sweatshirt-like material.
forget the layering and pretty blouses underneath...
i'll be sweating in this one for sure.

what's your current obsession?

fried and fried.

now if only i could show you these fabulous elbow patches.
maybe if i twist my arm just right?
nope.
or twist my back and bend over (wtf?)?
close.
or just raise my arm a little?
closer.
gah, i'll just turn around.
(blazer, f21 (similar)(similar); shorts, express (similar);
tank, nordstrom (similar)(similar); shoes (buy in blue)(similar))

59 comments:

joy said...

Haha love this post! Great blazer, the elbow patches look awesome :)

Bonnie said...

Ahhhhhh, elbow patches!!!! I lovelovelove this blazer. Blazers are amazing. :)

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Wonder Woman said...

My current obsession? HEADBANDS. Gah! Love the elbow patches on you, though :)

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james said...

omg omg omg we have the same bracelet! we rock! you look FAB as always babe!

xx

JennaStevie said...

Gah, I'm totally obsessing over elbow patches but don't have anything with them! I saw online for a DIY to make heart patches which I'm going to try soon. I looove this blazer, it's really pretty weird that its thick though! Looks great with the shorts and all those shots of you trying to show the patches made me giggle
xJennaD

Meri said...

I'm glad you found a cheap and convenient place to get your patches :)

Claire said...

ooohhhh, i so love that blazer. and the elbow patches are adorable. i saw this awesome patterned blazer with patches at H&M though can't justify buying it at the moment. i did go and snag that leopard print top from Old Navy you wore the other day. can't wait to wear it!!!

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Unknown said...

I love the elbow patches trend... I have noticed a few bloggers sporting blazers with delightful elbow patches and I must say... now I want :)

You look great in your blazer, I love your fun pictures too!

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Frannie Pantz said...

LOL you're too cute. I LOVE me some elbow patches and have been looking around with the same problem. Thanks for the F21 tip! I will def have to check that out! My current obsession is a cape. I have been searching high and low for one of those babies for a loooooooong time now.

A Very Sweet Blog said...

Oomph you are too funny girl! HAHAHA I love all the poses and especially the outfit! The blazer, patches, pearls, shirt and shorts are just too awesome! Superb photoshoot! You look BEAUTIFUL! ((HUG))
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Lisa (aka sweetie) said...

I have always loved the elbow patch...so charming! love your picks! xo Lisa

Ivana said...

Love that blazer, it looks so chic! My current obsession? Cocktail rings! I blame Rachel Zoe for that one :)


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taffetaramblings said...

great blazer - I love elbow patches & this one is very chic. also loving your jewellery xxx

Valentina said...

I love the blazer!

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Carla said...

OMG i love that blazer!! great choice! i so wanna shop at F21.. we dont have in Macau...gr.... anyway u look great!

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Hautepot said...

I saw this blazer at the F21 store. Good choice :) think you know I'm currently obsessed with sweaters and I also want metallic clothing!

SHOP STYLE CONQUER said...

awesome post! love this outfit!

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Anonymous said...

My current obsession!? Melon milk tea! haha not fashion related but you did ask ;) LOVE the outfit. Very chic and very you =) Patchy goodness is <3

Eeli

Style Journey said...

That jacket is fabulous! It looks like nice quality from F21. Love your contortionist photos :)

Oreleona said...

wow that is a fab blazer becca!!!
my current obsession is scarves now that its getting colder
and boots :)

Tiffany said...

Hahaha you're so funny! I love your contortionist poses. =) And I love that blazer, too! So cute!

Unknown said...

great accessories!
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Unknown said...

Forever21? I need to dig it more this store! Besides the cute blazer i love the brecelets! Where they are from?

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Baby Budget Blog said...

Really cute jacket!! I can't believe H&M hasn't come to Hawaii yet...geesh. They need to fix that!! It's a state for crying out loud!!

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Balancing Lisa said...

LOVE that top pic! You look gorgeous! Beautiful outfit and that blazer is amazing!

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Call me M said...

hahaha love your poses, and I'm totally obesessed with elbow patches too! This blazer looks amazing!

jessica whitaker said...

Haha love! That outfit is so chic! You're gorgeousss.

Jelena Zivanovic said...

Great look hun, beautiful blazer in soft color and adorable shoes!;)
Have a great weekend!! kisses
Jelena (glamfabchameleon.blogspot.com)

WitchHazel said...

That blazer is AWESOME. I love the look you put together with it ;)

Cel said...

Oh noes, chicken nuggets. Probably my big McD's weakness right there.

Right now, as always, I am obsessed with long, heavy swishy skirts. Which is a shame because it's raining buckets lately and floor-dragging hems do not mix well with puddles.

Courtney B said...

You hair looks beautiful in these pictures!!
I know this is so gross, but chicken nuggets from McDick's are SO good!

Julie (Little Pink Rain Boots) said...

Too cute, I love the patches. I'm obsessed with blazers right now and scarves.

AGAM said...

I love your blazer. It is super chic!! I need to head F21 shopping soon :P I enjoyed reading your posts. You have such an amazing sense of style!!
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Bronzed Humanity said...

Aww this looks awesome on you! Great shot of the patches ;-)
xx

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Carolyn said...

oh man i have a total weakness for mcd's chicken nuggets.. anyway, cute elbow patches!

Anonymous said...

Argh, I am totally obsessed with the elbow patches too, although I haven't found the perfect one yet!! xxx

Unknown said...

Thank you so much for the info! I got the sunnies on line... it's house of harlow 1960 cat eyes...i paied $ 180... try ebay! beijoss

have a nice weekend!

StyleIDnet said...

Blazer is to die for, I went yesterday and did not see it, maybe its only online. Also adoring accessories necklace an bracelet look very cute with outfit.
My current obsession: tomboy biker ankle boots.

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Anonymous said...

Ah, you're an absolute doll! Not only do you look AMAZING (I'm an elbow patch fiend), but your styling is unique and your photos exquisite. Thanks a million for the blog award...I'm thrilled to claim it :)

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Unknown said...

LOVE the spiked bracelet! and that blazer totally rocks. the elbow patches are amazing!

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Sakuranko said...

Beautiful Outfit~~
i Love the blazer sweetie! ^.^


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welldressedmaker said...

I am sooo wanting elbow patched stuff too! But I have 2 more months before I can shop... so I am gonna try to make my own. We'll see how that turns out.

I really LOVE this blazer on you! Too bad it's tooo warm, at least you're balancing it with the cute shorts!

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MissKait said...

those bracelets rock. they are so amazing
i love pairing long blazers with short shorts.
i think its totally edgy and yet still classy!

kait xo
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AzaharaJStyle (lost in Palma) said...

he1 wonderful bracelets
kisses
AJS

Nandia said...

Hello!you look amazing!Also i want to thank you for your sweet comment !I am following you with bloglovin follow me back if you want!lots of kisses nandia.
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Kassandra said...

I adore that blazer! Elbow patches are a no brainer! Also love the new arm candy!
<3 Kastles

Vanessa Mercado said...

lovely!!! nice outfit..complements you a lot... kissess!!!!


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WelltoDo said...

i love elbow patches! we must be soul mates!

also love your blog. thanks for stopping by mine. now following you and looking forward to reading along!

cheers,
suz

Bravoe Runway said...

I seriously do not know how you indulge in the food you do and still look this amazing! I love this blazer and the shorts look fabulous on you!

Thelma Frayne said...

Adore the elbow patches!

Rachel - Notes from my closet said...

I love these blazers, they come in all different colours :) Love this colour on you!

Love, Vanilla

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MerciBlahBlah said...

I totally thought of you on my lunch hour today, because I was at Target, and on the clearance rack there were several jackets with elbow patches for a mere $24.95, and I thought - OOOOOOH, I wonder if Becks has seen these...They were The Cutes.

Also cute? That damn ring in the post below that looks just like the YSL arty ring. I SOOOOO need that in my life.

merci!
Shannan

Tara said...

Ha! Your photo shoot has me cracking up over here :)

I absolutely love that jacket, and it looks fantastic paired with those shorts!

Unknown said...

Thanks sweety for your comment !! I love your blazer, I'm a big fan of elbows !!
Lamia
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SpryOnTheWall said...

Fabulous outfit! Adore the blazer and shoes.

Unknown said...

OH MY...completely IN LOVE with your gorgeous hair and I want your blazer is so pretty.


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Sandra said...

Great outfit, I really like it! :)

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miyoko01 said...

I love your black wedges! They look stylish and comfy!

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