Sunday, November 27, 2011

What I'm Wearing: Showing My Stripes

I'm back from a short hiatus. Did you miss me? Of course you did. I had a beautiful Thanksgiving with multiple dinners, way too much food and wonderful company. Friday I ventured out into craziness for some Black Friday deals. Actually, the better part of our morning wasn't bad - I think a lot of the crazies were out at midnight and then got back up at 10am or so, because that is when things started to get crowded. Anyhoo, I got a few Christmas gifts bought and a few things for myself, two of which I have on in this picture.

First off was this skirt. It was love at first sight. I just hoped it didn't make me look wide and surprisingly it didn't. Express was having 30% off of everything in the store, plus I had a $15 off of $30 purchase coupon - so this gorgeous skirt was about $25.00. Actually, if I total up the cost of everything  I have on - it would come under $40. Not bad, eh? I paired the cute skirt with a basic black sheer-sleeved top, cobalt pointy-toed pumps and a cute turtle necklace (which I purchased for $4.50).


 
Skirt: Express, Top: Closet Overload Consignment, Necklace: Body Central, Shoes: Guess by Marciano via Plato's Closet (brand new for $2.50!)

Here is how you can get a similar look.
Click on the image below for prices and retailers for each item.
Colbalt Stripes


How was your Thanksgiving break?

Did any of you get some great Black Friday deals?
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51 comments:

  1. The Chic SheetNovember 27, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Cobalt blue+black is perfection! ;)

    XX,
    Miranda

    thechicsheet.net

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  2. Sarah HartleyNovember 27, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Oooh I like the skirt. That little pop of blue is so awesome. And I want your turtle necklace! Also, the colors on the wall look like Browns colors. Yay Browns! :)
    Sarah
    http://comingunstitched.blogspot.com

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  3. www.pearlsandpaws.blogspot.comNovember 27, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    That skirt is awesome - and what a deal!!!

    XO
    www.pearlsandpaws.blogspot.com

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  4. ChantelNovember 27, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    I am in love with that skirt! Great outfit <3

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  5. Clothes KarmaNovember 27, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    I'm so glad another blogger posted about Plato's Closet. Sure, a lot of their stuff is for teenyboppers, but there are so many cute clothes and accessories for 20 and 30-somethings. You rock those deals, girl!

    clotheskarma.tumblr.com

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  6. JuliaNovember 27, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    This is a really cute look! I love that turtle necklace... soooo cute!!

    Julia
    Cup of Tea
    http://cupoftea-style.blogspot.com

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  7. de luxe gypsyNovember 27, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    I love how you matched the bottom of the skirt with your shoes. The blue looks amazing. The turtle necklace is too cute! Great outfit.xx

    http://deluxegypsy.blogspot.com/

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  8. Style JourneyNovember 27, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Cobalt and black is one of the best color combos! Nice score on the skirt, it looks great on you :)

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  9. Closet FashionistaNovember 27, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Oooh I love that necklace!! Yay for turtles ;)
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  10. LauraNovember 27, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    Skirt is amazing!! you look sexy :)

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  11. Skinny MoonstickNovember 27, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    What a beautiful skirt! Now I wish I would've gone Black Friday shopping! Your outfit is beautiful, I just love how black&blue looks together! Ah, I went thrifting on Friday instead :)
    Good luck!

    skinnymoonstick.blogspot.com

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  12. Nixie PyrenaNovember 27, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    nice skirt !! you look great :)

    anyway i have on going shoes giveaway on my blog, check it out if you have time :D

    The Endless Wishlist
    Join The Endless Wishlist shoes giveaway !

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  13. Wenny D.WongsoNovember 27, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    You look gorgeous!
    Love your necklace :)

    wanna follow each other?
    xoxo
    http://ningyoufashionhouse.blogspot.com/

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  14. VeronicaNovember 27, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    love that skirt!!
    ~Veronica

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  15. LyddieGalNovember 27, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    The skirt was a great purchase, glad it was worth it to brave the crowds!

    Chic on the Cheap

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  16. NancyTang0403November 27, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    gorgeous outfit! i love how your shoes match that one stripe :) definitely following your blog! hopefully you can follow mine back :)
    xoxo,
    Nancy

    http://nancytang0403.blogspot.com

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  17. Wenny D.WongsoNovember 27, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    Thanks for following
    I also follow your blog :)

    xoxo
    http://ningyoufashionhouse.blogspot.com/

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  18. UnknownNovember 27, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    Love that skirt! You look fab!

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  19. Content Director - Strong Female LeadersNovember 27, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Thanks for following The Girlie Blog. I'm following you back. Nice skirt. Certainly looks good on you.

    http://www.thegirlieblog.com

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  20. AnnaNovember 27, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    I stayed home on Friday! Best use of my time is to SLEEP :)

    Your shoes are fabulous and the fact that you practically stole them from the store make them even more fabulous. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving!

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  21. Nadya Joy SoetantoNovember 28, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    the skirt is great :)

    btw thanks for the lovely comment
    i've followed you too:)

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  22. UnANovember 28, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    aghhh love your shoes. So fab.

    nice outfit as usual honey

    <3

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  23. Gawgus things...November 28, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    I love stripes and your necklace is super cute! xx

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  24. Johanna L.November 28, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    Stripes look always great! And I just love how your skirt matches your shoes. xoxo

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  25. KajaNovember 28, 2011 at 3:59 AM

    That combo is really cute! love ur shoes! cool post, and cool blog :) check out mine please xx

    http://la-fille-porcelaine.blogspot.com/

    http://la-fille-porcelaine.blogspot.com/

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  26. Style ServingsNovember 28, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    So pretty!! Love the skirt and the top and they work so well together!!

    http://styleservings.blogspot.com/

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  27. pigletNovember 28, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    I love the stripes and the pop of blue is so chic! super cute turtle necklace too! following you :)

    xoxo
    piglet

    http://pigletscloset.blogspot.com

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  28. AnonymousNovember 28, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Great skirt, girl! Especially paired with those shoes. You look awesome!

    www.chillairandperfume.blogspot.com

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  29. KasiaNovember 28, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Wow! Great combo!<3
    Following you my dear!
    Kisses, Kasia;)

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  30. Crazy for fashionNovember 28, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    I love the skirt and heels combination. Have a lovely week. <3<3

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  31. signature mixNovember 28, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Sounds like you had a great Thanksgiving. I love this black and blue look and I cannot believe it was so affordable! That skirt is amazing. What a great Black Friday find! I gave up pretty quickly on Friday and ended up just enjoying some much needed family time.

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  32. UnknownNovember 28, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    BEAUTIFUL LOOK!!!!!
    NOW WE'ARE FOLLOWING YOU....FOLLOW OUR BLOG TOO...A BIG KISSES!!!!

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  33. EVENovember 28, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    How cute is that turtle necklace... Your outfit totally rocks... :)

    xo Sandra

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  34. SamNovember 28, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    That skirt is amazing, so are your lovely blue shoes!

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  35. Emmett KatherineNovember 28, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    This is a great outfit, I love how the blue in the skirt is picked up by the shoes - amazing deal at $2.50!!

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  36. Tereza {Drastic Plastic}November 28, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Love the blue pumps, such a cool touch.

    I just found your cool blog, wanna follow each other? I'm Tereza from http://drastic-plastic-fantastic-plastic.blogspot.com/ I hope you do :).

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  37. Courtney ErinNovember 28, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Love that skirt - the pop of cobalt is lovely!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  38. AnnieNovember 28, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Love the skirt! Looks great :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  39. The_Leather_Skirt_BlogNovember 28, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    This whole ensemble is great! I really like that skirt, especially at that great price! The heels are such a lovely color, too. Nice!

    My biggest Black Friday steal was actually from JC Penney... the cutest little boots with a little buckle strap. They're for Christmas so you won't see them on my blog for a few weeks though.

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  40. nooneNovember 28, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    the turtle necklace is soo cute and nice stripes dear! love that pop of blue!

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  41. TiffanyNovember 28, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Cute, cute skirt!! I love it!

    I went out Saturday morning, but nothing jumped out at me. So, I did some online shopping when I got home and got some adorably cute boots from JCPenneys! =) But they're a Christmas gift, so I'm not supposed to wear them until after Christmas.... We'll see... lol

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  42. A Very Sweet BlogNovember 28, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    Definitely missed ya! Welcome back! That skirt looks great on you! Love the pop of BLUE at the bottom of it and those fab heels. :D
    http://sassyuptownchic.blogspot.com/

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  43. MNovember 28, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    you look fabulous!! so amazing:)
    http://spliffedcookies.blogspot.com/

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  44. JennyNovember 28, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Such a cute outfit! I love your necklace :)

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  45. AnonymousNovember 28, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Love the turtle...so cute!

    Following you :) will you follow me?

    Much Love,
    Izumi
    Hybrid Hunter

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  46. UnknownNovember 28, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    LOVE this outfit! That skirt is fantastic! And the adorable turtle necklace is soooo cute. =D

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  47. Bravoe RunwayNovember 28, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    WOW you certainly scored a great deal on that skirt! Cobalt is the colour of fall and winter so you'll definitely put the skirt and heels to good use!

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  48. Lindsay LivingNovember 28, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    I love your graphic striped skirt and I LOVE that turtle necklace. I have a turtle brooch and it's one of my favorite things. You look lovely!

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  49. AnonymousNovember 29, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    This necklace is so cute. Absolutely love it ! And these legs..GORGEOUS ! ; )

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  50. VanessaNovember 30, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    The cobalt color really pops and elevates this outfit! Very festive and winter-friendly, too!
    And, yay for Michigan! Good to find another mitten-state blogger!

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  51. UnknownDecember 1, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Love, love, love this outfit on you! I'm known for wearing all black, and I think I might try this as a subtle way to add some color to my outfit. And, I wanna steal your turtle necklace, lol.

    P.S. You've got a new follower :)

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Thank you so much for stopping by! Your comments always make me giddy like a school girl on a sugar high. Leave your link so I can creep on you. The good kind of creeping. Not the kind where I hang your pictures in my room or anything. (awkward shuffle)

Fashionably yours,

Kassi

Pronounced KC (like the Sunshine Band)

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