Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Take Me Out



Thank you so much to everyone who gave advice/shared their own method for blogging. The frequency of my posting has been the thing I've struggled with the most lately.

School-wise, it is definitely crunch time. The fact that I have the rest of the term scheduled out in my planner is a little crazy. I actually wore this last week. I've gotten more into a pattern of posting things up a few days after wearing them. It's a lot easier--especially when I have a string of busy busy (or just plain lazy) days all mushed together. So, I wore this last Wednesday, if I remember correctly.




I love these shoes. I found them thrifting--for five dollars. They are a little gaudy, a little shiny and a little obnoxious, but I liked them anyway. They probably belonged in my last post, but it seemed silly, since I just wore them anyway and knew I would be posting these photos.





I did enjoy wearing this. I was texting with Robert throughout the day about how if we were in the same state) he would have needed to take me to a cute diner with red booths and a checkered floor. And that I wanted to drink a milkshake in a cone shaped glass with a red straw and whipped cream on top. I love that I've found a boy who amuses my fantasies.

If the color of my skirt looks familiar it is actually that beautiful Out to Sea Foam Dress from Modcloth :D I dressed it up before--whenever I wear it now, I'll probably be dressing it down.

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  1. lauraMay 25, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Lea, I love those shoes! You're right, they're kinda gaudy, shiny, and obnoxious, but I think that's why I like them as well! :) And the little bow necklace is such a great touch!

    I hope you don't get too stressed with school work and with blogging at a certain pace/schedule. I have been working to blog more often, but I find that I don't get to do all the other things I like doing. So now, I do it when I feel the urge to (every 2-3 days?) and I find that to be more manageable. If I don't make it, no biggie. :)

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  2. Michelle LoretoMay 25, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    The shoes looks great with that outfit! I think a pair of obnoxious shoes never hurt anybody, haha. They're so cute - and for $5, that's a steal!
    Love the colours of your outfit, they're so summery and lovely. Great post.

    x Michelle | thefeatherden.net

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  3. AnonymousMay 25, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    Ooh, this outfit is so cute! I absolutely love the shoes.

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  4. GretchTMMay 25, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    Your outfit is adorable. Good luck with everything. :)

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  5. LikeSpinningPlatesMay 25, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    LOVE the colors. That dress is such a pretty shade. It also matches the background of my blog and that's my favorite color. And I want your shoessss ahhh!!! Especially paired with those adorable socks. You're the cutest human.

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  6. Erin and CarolineMay 25, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    Mint green is my new favorite color for spring! =) I love how you paired a sweater over this lovely dress- made two completely different looks.

    And balance is definitely key! an I think you're doing such a great job balancing everything. Caroline and I just haven't got the time anymore because our schedules compete..but once it slows down we'll be right back up.

    -Erin

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  7. PieterMay 25, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Love your shoes! Very cute :D

    Theblackm4ze.blogspot.com

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  8. HannahMay 25, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    I love how you transform your dresses into skirts with jumpers :) those shoes are so cute and unique too :) I don't think a bit of golden sparkle added to any outfit can ever hurt ;)

    Also, I hope you don't feel pressured about posting regularly for your readers. I personally just really enjoy your outfits and photos, and I'll continue being a fan of them, even if your posts get published irregularly :)

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  9. LorenMay 25, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Love your combo, I keep seeing people doing this sort of 'whiting out' trend. I was skeptical at first but you really look lovely.
    (Also don't tell but I take pictures whenever I can but then save them up, and then write 4 or 5 posts all in one night.)

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  10. LittleMissLeeMay 25, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    gorgeous as always! love this outfit, and how you've described where you should be wearing it :D

    Do you mind if I ask what camera and software you use? your photo's always look so dreamy

    http://blogoftheprettythings.blogspot.com/

    xxx

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  11. MargaretMay 25, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    Sweater and skirt combo is my go-to for slightly chilly weather and the colors are perfect. Plus the adorable necklace! I love it.

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  12. Madeline QuaintMay 25, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Wow, that's a surprise that's it's that same dress! A great way to restyle it! :)

    You might have noticed that I'm not the most frequent blogger ever... Life gets in the way of online things, though I enjoy being part of this lovely community so much!
    I might try the "taking pictures but posting them later" technique too... :)

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  13. UnknownMay 25, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Your shoes stood out! Love them!!

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  14. itsmeadriMay 25, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    mmmm, I like shoes with shocks! :)
    This jersey is precious!!!!!

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  15. Nikki | The Ginger DiariesMay 25, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    You look great! I love the soft blue skirt and the white weather combined ^^ those shoes are pretty awesome too :) hope your blogging things fall into places again soon :) x

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  16. UnknownMay 25, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    This is such a lovely outfit! I love how fifties inspired it is. Also, those shoes are AWESOME. And for five dollars? Too much!
    Good luck with the rest of the term!

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  17. HopeMay 25, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Thanks for the sweet comment on my blog. :) I'm following you now!!

    Those shoes are amazing, btw. Amazing find!!

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  18. rachelMay 25, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    good choice in shoes. $5? seriously? you rock. show me your secrets!!

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  19. Titine and totocheMay 25, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Hi Lea!! The shoes really are cool, at first I thought they had little holes in them, then I realized they're shiny!! Awesome!

    And I also liked your previous post, I wish we had thrift stores here.

    Saludos ;)

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  20. Christine BMay 25, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    I totally love those shoes Lea! I need a new pair with details like those, they actually ventilate your feet well in the summer too! :)I'm cheering you on, you can do it, just stayed focus! I was in your situation last month :O anyway great post as usual :)

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  21. cryskayMay 25, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    cute skirt! i love your photos. xx

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  22. Heather, 29 SkirtsMay 25, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    I think the shoes are AMAZING...and versatile, even if they are quite shiny! I love the nice neutral color and details. Also, the Out to Sea Foam dress is in my shopping bag at Modcloth right now (well, unless someone else nabbed the last one today, which is quite possible). I've been considering buying it to wear to my friend's wedding on June 19th. It looks so pretty, and I see it works nicely as a "skirt" as well!

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  23. aprileverydayMay 26, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    I love the shoes! I saw from your other post the dress and wow! The back is amazing! Lovely remix too!

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  24. PageAndLeafMay 26, 2011 at 2:36 AM

    Light colooors! I like to see you in light colors, it fits in my head.

    The milkshake fantasy is wild, lol. I want to do the same thing now! At first, I didn't understand that it was the same dress by the way, good use girl :) Have a lovely day with checkered floors and and red straws.

    xx
    http://dizzytea.blogspot.com

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  25. Kate L.May 26, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    Love those shoes! Lovely and cute! Thanks for stopping by my blog. Cheers!

    Fashion Cat
    www.firstlookbook.blogspot.com

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  26. TeresaMay 26, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    i love this outfit! specially your shoes<3 so cute!!!!!

    loving ur blog<3 i'm a new follower!

    xoxox
    http://www.trend-ish.com

    ps. thanks for ur comment on my page :)

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  27. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    I adore your sweet girly style...those eyelet socks are fantastic! :)

    xx Cat brideblu

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  28. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    I'm so in love with that dress!! It's great that you are getting your money's worth and wearing it by dressing it down.

    And I can totally see you wearing this to a diner and sipping on a chocolate malt!

    Lidi @ Eclectic Flair

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  29. Christine BMay 26, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    I know exactly what you mean, I think I'm just going to stick with outfit post I used to have two other features but I don't really want to continue them. When school comes around after summer I wont have enough time to do alot of posts :( I'm going to go the simple route and then redesign my blog with some html! good to hear from your again Lea :)

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  30. UnknownMay 26, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Lea - love how you remixed the Modcloth dress! And I was looking through your latest thrift finds and you got some killer stuff. Love the UO dress!

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  31. GraceMay 26, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    Nice outfit :)

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  32. Girl Meets ClothesMay 26, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    your header design is great. i've got to make one for my blog >.< i'm a graphic designer as well so it's great to see that that's the field you are studying in! and your looks are really adorable. :)

    - grace

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  33. Gracey the GiantMay 26, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Hello, Fellow Oregon Blogger! I'm so glad you stopped by my blog the other day. Love your style and those shoes are just perfect. I would have bought them too!!

    Gracey

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  34. yiqin;May 26, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    i want your shoes please.

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  35. StaceyMay 26, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    The illustration banner looks just like you today!! Truly adorable.

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  36. MMay 26, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    Adorable! Those shoes must have been so exciting to find - they're so adorable. Gotta love incredible, one-of-a-kind thrifting moments :)

    -Marie
    So What If I Like Pretty Things

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  37. Flashes of StyleMay 26, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    Looove this outfit! So cute, and the socks are just perfect.

    xx,

    Bonnie

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  38. LizaMay 27, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    ahh! I love your blog. I just came across it and it's so cute. The layout is really lovely. Your skirt is such a great color and I would kill for those shoes...well not really.

    x

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  39. Yvonne - Frl. KleinMay 27, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Great shoes!
    Have a nice weekend,
    Yvonne

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  40. Maria- CityLaundryMay 31, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    love the shoes! and the color of that skirt! <3

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  41. LaurenJune 2, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    So have you ever been to Blueplate? It's on Washington somewhere... but it's a real life soda fountain. I had a coffee float made with Stumptown. It's fantastic, and this outfit belongs there. Super cute :)

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