Copycat Piperlime French Prep

I copied this outfit from a promotional email from piperlime.com.  This outfit is called "French Prep."  I wanted to skip out on the short denim shorts and wear skinny jeans instead to keep things age-appropriate.  I had a couple of Gap/Old Navy rewards certificates so I was able to get the Splendid Roll-Sleeve blouse at an amazing discount on top of a 20% off coupon.  I am becoming a huge fan of Splendid.  I love their tops so much!

Here's the promotional French Prep email photo I received and tried to copy-  Outfit on the right:

I had my own white linen jacket and jeans.  I bought the exact blouse and necklace as shown in the promotional email from piperlime.com.  I bought similar flats.  The shoes that were shown in the email  I tried to buy as they were on backorder, but they canceled my order and informed me they were unavailable.  :(

This necklace is a bit of a statement on top of the printed blouse.  I like how the white jacket tones it down.   If I wear this blouse alone, I wouldn't wear the necklace.

Copycat Piperlime.com French Prep Outfit:

Splendid Parisian Tulip Blouse, soft white - piperlime.com
Tinley Road Tricolor Cabochon Necklace, Mint/melon/vanilla - piperlime.com

Gibson Linen One-ButtonBlazer,WHITE - nordstrom.com
Blue Essence 'Eliot' Skinny Jeans, Indigo Mood Wash - nordstrom.com

kate spade 'kat' flat, pink whips print - nordstrom.com 

Tory Burch 'Louiisa" Top Handle Satchel, Tan - nordstrom.com

Copycat Kendi One Year Ago

I've lost count how many times I've copied Kendi.  Here I go again.  I already had these mint jeans, I just had to find the right blue blouse.  Kendi wore this in May 2012. I bought the blue shirt and sandals within a couple of weeks, and I'm just getting around to posting the outfit.  I've worn this shirt, pants and shoes many times, but I never had the right necklace.  I wanted a simple, long silver necklace that would not overpower the shoes.  I just got this one last week.  I don't think I'll be getting sick of navy and mint anytime soon.

My 7-year old is so happy to take my photos for the blog.

Copied Kendi Again

J Brand Skinny Stretch Twill Pants, JUNIPER - nordstrom.com
Equipment 'Signature' Silk Shirt, Medieval Blue - nordstrom.com
Vince Camuto Pendant Necklace, Silver - nordstrom.com
kate spade 'Cindy' Wedge, New Camel Rainbow Stripe - kate spade
Tory Burch 'Louiisa' Top Handle Satchel, Tan - nordstrom.com

School Awards Night Outfit

My son attended a special awards event for his school last week.  I wore one of my favorite dresses, but I didn't get a chance to get myself photographed properly for the blog, unfortunately.  I have a few decent photos of the dress, but no full-body shots to include shoes.

My son and me just before the awards ceremony.

Summa Cum Laude Awards Night Outfit:

Diane von Furstenberg 'New Jeanne 2' wrap dress, Teal Leaves - nordstrom.com
Natasha Couture drop hoop earrings, silver - Nordstrom
Kenneth Cole NY 'High Polish' Clutch, black patent - Nordstrom
(not seen) Cole Haan 'Carma Air OT' pump, Sandalwood - zappos.com

Gala Fundraiser Event

Our school had a Gala fundraiser event Saturday night.  I wore the same dress as I wore to my 25th high school reunion back in September.  This time I wore red pumps instead of black.  I decided to make the outfit a little springy by wearing mint nail polish.  I was thinking about wearing red lip color, but decided it was too much with the mint nails.  Next time I wear this dress, I'll try red lips but with a neutral nail color.

Gala Fundraiser Event Outfit

Milly 'Guiliana' Printed Silk dress, black - nordstrom.com
Cole Haan 'Chelsea' pump, Tango Red - ruelala.com
Kenneth Cole NY 'High Polish' Clutch, black patent - Nordstrom
Alexis Bittar 'Miss Havisham' Medium Encrusted Crystal Earrings, Gunmetal - nordstrom.com
Nadri Micro Pavé Bangle, Hematite - nordstrom.com
Essie nail polish, Mint Candy Apple - Walgreens

Mint Jeans & Polka Dots

Yay, I wore this today.  I'm making a promise to make a better effort to post more often.  I have friends telling me they want to see more posts here.  My 7 year old is capable of using my iPhone camera, and I'll just stand in my usual spot.  I can't promise the photos will be nearly as good as when my husband shoots with the real camera, but at least I'll have more posts more often with somewhat decent photos.  My son loves taking the photos.  :)

I'm still so in love with mint and navy.  Going on a second year.

Mint Jeans & Polka Dots

J Brand Skinny Stretch Twill Pants, JUNIPER - nordstrom.com
J. Crew Popover blouse, ivory/navy dot - jcrew.com
Vince Camuto 'Logo Crest' Color Piping Leather Belt, blue/green - nordstrom.com
Cole Haan 'Air Sadie' Driving Moccasin, black patent - colehaan.com
Tory Burch 'Louiisa' Top Handle handbag, Tan - nordstrom.com
kate spade 'keswick caning' lever-back earrings, white - kate spade
Temple St. Clair for Target Fashion Ring, Blue - gift from Beverly Like Hills

Printed Shorts

An important person in the fashion industry informed me that printed shorts are going to be HUGE this summer.  I'm loving them RIGHT NOW.

Printed Shorts Outfit:

Vince Camuto Diamond Jacquard Bermuda Shorts, Rich Black - nordstrom.com
Trouvé Double Scoop Linen-Blend Tee, White - nordstrom.com
Gap Pique Academy Blazer, Fire Coral - Gap
Stuart Weitzman 'Excise' Slingback Wedge, Black Patent - nordstrom.com
Alexis Bittar Small Donut Lucite Pendant Necklace, Gold -nordstrom.com
kate spade 'keswick caning' lever back earrings, white - kate spade
Tory Burch 'Louiisa' Top Handle Satchel, Tan - nordstrom.com

Slightly Late: St. Patrick's Day Bunco Outift

It's never too late for a St. Patrick's Day outfit post, right?  I wore this to a St. Patrick's Day themed Bunco party on the Thursday before.  I love kelly green, and I'm not afraid to wear it on days besides St. Patrick's Day.  However, on those non-St. Patrick's days I would not usually wear the kelly green striped flats WITH the green blazer.  But for this party, I thought the more kelly green - the BETTER.  So to break up the matchy-matchy kelly green, my husband made me wear this orange skinny belt.  I was afraid, boy I was afraid.  And he made me carry the teal handbag.  I was planning on using a neutral light brown bag, but he said it wouldn't have worked.  He said the teal doesn't match the green, but it's in the same color palette so it works to blend in well.  I didn't like it until I saw the photo.  I'm so glad I trusted him on these choices.  So glad.  He even picked out my necklace.  To step out of my comfort zone and take fashion risks, I need him to dress me.

St. Patrick's Day Bunco Outfit

Ambition Twill Blazer, green - nordstrom.com
J. Crew Jacquard Dot Popover blouse, Ivory/Navy dots - jcrew.com
Vince Stretch Skinny Jeans, Dark Vintage - nordstrom.com
Vince Camuto 'Logo Crest' Color Piping Leather Belt, Coral - nordstrom.com
kate spade 'Tasha' striped flat, green/navy - Bloomingdale's
Alexis Bittar 'Elements - Siyabona' Fern Long Station Necklace, Pearl Multi - Nordstrom
Ariella Collection Hammered Dome Ring, silver - Nordstrom
Perlina Snake Embossed Convertible Crossbody Handbag, Emerald - Nordstrom