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| Inspiration: Zara |
It's the last of 2012 and while I'm not posting a collage of favorite outfits (see Outfits tab for some favorites), I can't help but wax nostalgic. In some ways 2012 was great - I reached goals I never thought possible (50,000 Facebook fans), and had some amazing experiences (Sierra Leone). But this was also my most difficult year, with family illness and serious personal trials; it was a very sad time. It was with pleasure that I escaped to the world of fashion for just a moment with you everyday, and I want to thank you for joining me this year. 2012 ends on a happy note, and I'm optimistic about what 2013 will bring. Here's to a very merry - and fashionable - 2013. Cheers!
About my outfit: I skipped my usual winter uniform of skinny jeans for a comfy striped skirt and boots yesterday. Also, pretty sure I'm wearing this dress tonight for NYE, but I will let you know!
Shirt: Banana, $20 (similar)
Skirt: Limited, $25
Boots: c/o Chinese Laundry, $180
Purse: Karen Millen, gift (similar, vegan)Watch: Michael Kors, family gift
Rings: My Stella & Dot website $69 and $39
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot website $59 and $59 and $79
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| Banana Republic / Forever 21 / Banana Republic Sanctuary / Buffalo / Gap |
It was a rough 2012 for me too, and you are so right, it's nice to get away for a moment and look at cute clothes :) Here's to wishing you a wonderful 2013! Heather
ReplyDeleteHello Diva, I have not been on your site in a while. Great look Diva! Just wanted to wish you and your a safe and Happy New Years!
ReplyDeleteLove the colors at play here, perfect winter outfit!
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I absolutely LOVE this outfit!!! The length of the skirt and height of the boots are perfection and the color palette is so rich! Happy New Years J :)
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So glad that I found your blog this year! Your outfits are always so cute and inspirational! I hope that you have a great New Years!:) Congrats on all of your hard work!
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Love this outfit! The colors are perfect.
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You do a lot of good and you deserve a wonderful 2013! Wishing you lots of joy and happiness and an "easy" new year!
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Love this look - I have been looking for a striped skirt! Thanks so much for these ideas and happy new year! =)
ReplyDeleteAvec Amber
Love this outfit and can I say you look so beautiful in those pictures! Love the skirt
ReplyDeleteHi J, I just wanted to wish you a happy and prosperous New Year. I have enjoyed all your posts in 2012 and look forward to your inspiring and jolly posts in 2013!! God bless. xxx
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Lovely...as usual!! Can I ask you how you take your pictures? On a tripod? I started using a tripod with white paper as a backdrop...it's just not panning out as I had hoped. Haha. Your lighting is perfect, etc. Would love some tips!
ReplyDeleteThanks Camille! My photography is far from perfect and I'm always brainstorming ways to make it better - but I use a tripod and timer, and I always use natural lighting (which thankfully in Florida we have plenty of).
ReplyDeleteHave you ever considered posting your sizes in the outfit posts? You wear a lot of the same brands as me, and appear near the same size and I think it could be helpful, especially for online shopping across brands. Just a thought. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThanks for always keeping it positive and creative, despite your personal trials. We can always count on a new, fresh perspective, and you truly do have something for us "everyday", which must be hard to do. I just found a stripe skirt yesterday on clearance at Sears, black and camel stripe, very similar length and cut to what you're wearing, for only $15. Can't wait to try it out. I'll go with black on top at first (can't wear camel near my face), but I'll be watching you for some more creative options. Thanks again!!!
ReplyDeleteI love stripes so I love this skirt. Nice choice! Thank you for writing this blog, and I wish you all the best in 2013!
ReplyDeleteI'm always happy to share the sizes I'm wearing - just let me know which pieces you are interested in! (For this outfit blazer is a 0, top is a 2, skirt is a 2, boots are a size 9.)
ReplyDeleteHappy 2013! I hope it's a blessed one! :)
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H&M has a skirt very similar to the Buffalo Skirt pictured for about $7! I bought this skirt for a trip to Nicaragua last week and I was wondering how to transition it to San Francisco so I could wear it this now! Thanks for the fashion inspiration!
ReplyDeleteI hope 2013 is better for you! You're stronger now!
ReplyDeleteLove your look anything with stripes and I am sold :) I also have those Chinese Laundry boots i love the extra boost of height it gives me with the heel and the color plus they're super comfortable.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear about your trials of 2012, but it sounds like the good outweighed the bad!
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Thanks Christine! And I couldn't agree more. Hard times makes us more thankful and sharpens our character!
ReplyDeleteLoving this outfit! And one of the things I enjoy most about your blog & twitter is your genuine honesty about life and who you are! Your attitude on the trials is that of Romans 5:3-5 and that is every bit as inspiring as your outfits are :) Happy 2013!
ReplyDeleteLove this outfit for work...its pretty casual but very chic and wintery! :) Thanks for the inspiration...no I am on the hunt for a stretchy striped skirt
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I love this outfit! I do hope 2013 brings something fresh and new for you!
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