tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87625074164436980042024-02-19T18:28:20.050-08:00Shop My ClosetAmyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-10514969115219047952012-08-01T16:54:00.001-07:002012-08-02T04:22:09.317-07:00Boden Fall 2012 PicksI know. Boden's fall stuff has been around for awhile already. I hadn't really checked it out since I was trying to avoid getting sucked in to buying fall stuff in July. But today the catalog arrived in the mail just as I was heading to a chiropractor appointment. So I took it with me into the waiting room, and by the time I left that bad boy was covered with Johnnie's handy little "love it" stickers!<br />
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<a href="http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Womens-Tunics-Kaftans/WA380/Womens-Scoop-Tunic-Dress.html" target="_blank">Scoop Tunic Dress</a><br />
This just looks so cute and easy to wear with leggings or tights. I am loving the floral options. <br />
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I am seeing the peter pan collars everywhere lately, and I think this top is a cute way to try the look out. I like the dark grey and the indigo. <br />
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<a href="http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Womens-Coats-Jackets/Jackets/WE364/Womens-Funnel-Neck-Jacket.html" target="_blank">Funnel Neck Jacket</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Womens-Shoes-Boots/Boots/AZ157/Womens-Vintage-Heeled-Boots.html" target="_blank">Vintage Heeled Boots </a><br />
Love these. I have been searching for a heeled boot that I can dress up or down for the last 2 years. These could work if the calf width isn't too big. <br />
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What do you think? Are you buying anything from Boden for fall?Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-51971433039654187012012-07-23T14:16:00.001-07:002012-07-23T14:16:56.394-07:00Shop My Closet!Its that time again. In order to make room for fall purchases, I want to sell some items that aren't getting enough love.<br />
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Both of these are new, never worn. The skirt has the tags, the pants don't. They've both been in my closet since early June so I am past the return deadline and just hoping to send them to a good home! <br />
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J. Crew Jardin Maxiskirt, size 4, in the blue color pictured. Asking $70 shipped.<br />
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J. Crew Cafe Capri in Foulard Print, size 2. Asking $60 shipped.</div>
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<br />Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-62403943216367997762012-07-20T17:03:00.002-07:002012-07-20T17:19:07.511-07:00My Fall 2012 shopping plan (so far)...2 posts in one evening. I am trying to catch up! <br />
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Fall is my favorite shopping season. I love boots, jeans, coats and scarves. I usually go way overboard in the fall, but this year I am attempting to work with what I have. I do need some new things for work, a new puffy coat (although I guess that's technically a winter purchase), and the perfect pair of black boots, so those are at the top of the list. I also need to update my long sleeved layering tees, and I would like to add a casual dress or 2. <br />
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Anyway. I am hoping that I can cross the black boots off of my list since I just ordered the <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/tory-burch-nadine-riding-boot-nordstrom-exclusive/3279481?origin=category" target="_blank">Tory Burch Nadine boots</a> from Nordstrom. <br />
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Love the anniversary sale there. I have a Nordstrom card so I was able to shop the sale earlier this week before it opened to the public, which was great because my size sold out as soon as the sale opened up to the world today. Its no secret that I love Tory Burch but even I can't justify nearly $500 for a pair of boots. I think the sale price is still on the high side but its close enough to the price of Fryes, Cole Haans, and the like that I can justify it. Whatever works, right? :) The reviews so far say that the calves are narrow, which will hopefully work for me. I don't actually think that I have skinny calves, but I haven't bought boots for 2 years because every pair I've tried have been too wide. Annoying. These particular boots come in black and a gorgeous cognac color, and are sold out in all but the smallest and largest sizes. <br />
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So that's the plan so far. Black boots, puffy coat, dress or 2, and some work clothes. Cheap layering tees. Oh, and a new pair of skinny jeans or 2. And maybe a sweater. And a new scarf. Maybe I need to tweak the plan a little bit. :)<br />
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Hope you all have a fabulous weekend! The weather has been terrible here this week. 103 degrees with blazing sun on Wednesday, 63 degrees and raining today. Hoping to get some beach time in on Sunday!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-2235551384176701392012-07-20T16:45:00.000-07:002012-07-20T16:45:04.229-07:00Still here!I know. Its been over 2 months since I've done a blog post. I have been super busy with the end of school, a quick vacation, lots of summer activities for the girls, and longer hours at work. I haven't been able to shop much, and my outfits haven't really been super exciting either. I have been keeping up with my favorite blogs and loving all of the summer outfits and sale finds! <br />
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With the fall collections coming out all over the place, I know I am going to have a lot more to say since its my favorite shopping season, so stay tuned. In the meantime, here are a few phone pics of recent outfits.<br />
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Bag- J. Crew Canvas Tillary Tote</div>
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Skirt- J. Crew Factory</div>
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Top- Boden </div>
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Tunic- Random Lord and Taylor brand<br />
Leggings- American Apparel<br />
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That's all for now! Hope my 20 followers are still checking in! :)Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-73050043929744147632012-05-07T11:02:00.000-07:002012-05-07T11:02:04.362-07:00Shop my closet part 22 more things for sale. <br />
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J. Crew Valentina pumps in leopard patent. Size 9.5. Brand new in the box, never worn outside. I got these on final sale and they are just a tiny bit narrow for me. I'd rather sell them than try to force them to fit, LOL! Asking $50 shipped (US only).<br />
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J. Crew Ella strapless dress in Medallion Paisley. Size 4. Wore it once and still have the tags. Asking $90 shipped (US only). <br />
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I am open to offers, so let me know if you are interested! Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-49162081845234556272012-04-26T11:31:00.000-07:002012-04-26T11:31:28.628-07:00Shop my closet- for real!Hello! Hope everyone is having a good week. I have a couple of things for sale that I wanted to put up on the blog before going over to ebay. Message me if you are interested! I am open to offers. I have great ebay feedback under seller ID amymalta as well. <br />
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1. J. Crew brown and white seersucker dot dress. Size 6, from Summer 2008. Never wore this and still has the tags on it. I bought it and had wanted to shorten it but I never got around to taking it in to the tailor. I don't really wear a lot of strapless these days so I am letting it go. Asking $40 shipped<br />
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2. J. Crew green and white paisley skirt. Size 6, not sure of the season. Bought on ebay and never wore it because it is too big. Again, never got around to taking it in. Asking $20 shipped<br />
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3. Boden jersey dress from Summer 2011. Size 6 (UK 10). Ordered it on sale and didn't realize that the return window was only 7 days. Never worn. Asking $30 shipped<br />
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Let me know if you are interested or have any questions! Have a great day!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-60027463253547722552012-04-23T04:38:00.001-07:002012-04-23T04:38:18.673-07:00Yay!Look what I found at J. Crew yesterday!<br />
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I ran over there during my break at work to check the sale stuff out and it was hanging all alone on the end of a rack. It looked so sad that I had to grab it and take it home. My store was still doing 30% off sale so it was a great price.<br />
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I was so disappointed to have missed out on this bag online while I was on vacation last week and couldn't stop thinking about it after seeing <a href="http://shopwithm.blogspot.com/2012/04/jcrew-sale-reviews-lilah-dress-and.html" target="_blank">shopwithm's review</a>. Of course I can't use it right away since its only 50 degrees and raining today (ugh, wish I was still on vacation). See <a href="http://www.gigisgoneshopping.com/2012/02/i-got-high.html" target="_blank">Gigi's review</a> here too. <br />
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Have a great Monday! Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-40001072633834556122012-04-21T05:13:00.001-07:002012-04-21T05:13:57.557-07:00J. Crew Sale FindsI know I am a little late on this since the sale is over online (not sure about in store), but I figured I'd share what I got in the sales. <br />
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I know, its a lot of stripes. But I couldn't resist. What was your favorite score from the sales?Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-84465216334710348252012-04-20T17:10:00.001-07:002012-04-20T17:10:50.260-07:00OOTDs and Kohl's findsHello again! 2 posts in one day! <br />
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My OOTD today. Just running errands and taking kids to activities, as per usual.<br />
Dress- J. Crew Maritime from last year. <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Navigation/Sale/AllProducts/PRDOVR%7E73194/99102644561/ENE%7E1+2+3+22+4294967294+20%7E%7E%7E0%7E15%7Eall%7Emode+matchallany%7E%7E%7E%7E%7Emaritime/73194.jsp" target="_blank">Similar</a>, and the Crewlet has pretty much the same one that I am wearing in the store right now, but I don't see it online. <br />
Leggings- <a href="http://store.americanapparel.net/rsa8366.html" target="_blank">American Apparel</a><br />
Jacket- <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=55474&vid=0&pid=610900" target="_blank">Old Navy</a><br />
Necklace- J. Crew in store<br />
Flops- <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/tory-burch-logo-flip-flop/3075546?origin=keywordsearch&resultback=1198" target="_blank">Tory Burch </a><br />
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My Easter outfit.<br />
Top- J.Crew. Don't see it online but was in the store today. <br />
Skirt- Ann Taylor. Sold out online.<br />
Necklace- J. Crew in store<br />
Shoes- <a href="http://a1.zassets.com/images/z/1/7/7/1/7/6/1771760-p-DETAILED.jpg" target="_blank">Jack Rogers </a><br />
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Anyway, on to my Kohl's finds. I go to Kohl's all the time- for my kids, for housewares and for gym clothes. But I rarely buy clothes for myself there. No reason really because a lot of the clothes are cute. I just don't have the patience to go through the racks and the sizing is really inconsistent between the brands so I get annoyed in the fitting room. Anyway, I went today to pick up some dresses for my older daughter and ended up with a few things for me, too.<br />
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Pretty close! And it cost me $50 with a coupon instead of the $250 that the MK is running. I also like <a href="http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/zbrandskiosk/jewelry/relic/womens/PRD%7E908885/Relic+Stainless+Steel+Rose+Gold+Tone+Crystal+Watch++ZR15641.jsp" target="_blank">this one </a>that's online but wasn't in my store. I didn't feel like waiting for it to ship though.<br />
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I also picked up these <a href="http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/womens_shoes/shoes/boat/PRD%7E878079/Croft+and+Barrow+Boat+Shoes.jsp" target="_blank">Croft and Barrow boat shoes</a> for a whopping $27. They are a dead ringer for these <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/sperry-top-sider-angelfish-boat-shoe/3297482?origin=keywordsearch&resultback=301" target="_blank">Sperry Topsiders</a> that I have been coveting for a few months now. I haven't pulled the trigger on the Sperry's because they are almost $100, and I don't know how much I'll actually wear them to justify that price. I am more of a flip flop girl but I think these will be really cute with some of the shorter J. Crew dresses like the Maritime or the Rugby Stripe.<br />
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For now, here are a couple pictures from our trip to FL. We did a day at Disney and spent the rest of the trip at the beach. It was hard to come back to reality for sure!<br />
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Family pic at the beach. My older daughter wasn't really into it! <br />
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I don't have any cute outfits to post, but I wanted to quickly mention that the Tory Burch wedges from my previous post didn't work out. They were so uncomfortable and they really weren't well made considering the cost. I was so disappointed and still really needed a wedge for summer (and Spring Break) so I took a chance on these <a href="http://www.endless.com/s/ref=topnav_sk__gw/180-0913984-6088529/?onsale=&showDesigner=&keywords=jack+rogers+wedge&x=0&y=0#__ie%3DUTF8%26cAsin%3DB005KPT9A2%26fromPage%3Dsearch%26sr%3D1-13%26qid%3D1333742962907%26asinTitle%3DJack%7E%7E20Rogers%7E%7E20Barcelona%7E%7E20Capri%7E%7E20Platform%7E%7E20Sandal%26contextTitle%3Dsearch%7E%7E20results%26clientPageSize%3D100%26sort%3Drelevance-fs-rank%26keywords%3Djack%2Brogers%2Bwedge%26asin%3DB005KPSQX8%26ref%3Dsr_1_13%26pageCode%3Dd" target="_blank">Jack Rogers wedges</a> in Platinum at the last minute. They came today and I love them! Very pretty, comfortable and much better quality than the TB's. Highly recommended.<br />
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Hope everyone has a wonderful Easter! We are heading to FL for Spring Break and I cannot wait for some warm weather and relaxation. We are going to Disney for 2 days and my girls are going to freak.out. over it. They have hair appointments at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique and their new princess dresses have been purchased. Talk to you all next week!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-12127907928614405332012-03-31T06:47:00.000-07:002012-03-31T06:47:14.321-07:00Bloomingdales Friends & Family until 4/1!Just a reminder that Bloomingdales is running 20% off until tomorrow. I was so excited to see that Tory Burch was included in the promo that I ordered <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/tory-burch-patti-3-wedge-sandals?ID=567922&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results" target="_blank">these wedges</a> for Spring Break (going to Florida). If you are ordering online, you can also click the link at the top to enter your email address for a 10% code that stacks with the Friends and Family. Mine didn't come immediately so I called customer service and they gave it to me over the phone. So I ended up saving a good amount on these and cannot wait to get them!! <br />
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Did you take advantage of Bloomingdale's F&F this time? Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-52410909573396728742012-03-29T17:59:00.001-07:002012-03-29T17:59:05.748-07:00Still here...But my computer is broken so I can only post from my phone which is a huge pain! Lesson learned though- i will not be leaving my laptop on the arm of the couch while my kids are having a dance party again!<br />
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Hope everyone is having a good week. Here's a quick try on picture of the J. Crew cafe capris in the Foulard print. They are so cute and I cannot wait to wear them on vacation (in 10 days, woohoo)! I am wearing a 2 and the fit is great. I go between a 2 and 4 in J. Crew pants.<br />
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And it just so happens that I have a credit to J. Crew burning a hole in my wallet. I tried these pants on the other day and they are SO cute, and flattering considering they are a floral printed pant. But they aren't cheap, and I don't know if I will really wear them enough to make the purchase worth it. I can't really wear them to work, and I don't know if if I will reach for them to run to the bus stop or to Target, you know? <br />
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What do you think? Have you been to the Crewlet lately? I feel like I have been there quite a bit recently! Have a great day!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-11296161798222832192012-03-19T17:07:00.000-07:002012-03-19T17:07:08.047-07:00My fabulous (out of season) findI'll admit it. I am not usually and end of season or off season shopper. I need the instant gratification of wearing something the day after I get it and don't usually like to purchase something for the next season in case I change my mind about it or gain weight or whatever. <br />
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Anyway, there are a always exceptions to the rule, and for me they are usually coats and shoes. Today it was shoes. I was at the J'Crewlet returning something and since it was so nice out, my younger daughter and I spent the morning walking around the outlets and browsing. I am always looking for more ballet flats, so we ended up in Cole Haan. I found myself face to boot with <a href="http://www.6pm.com/cole-haan-air-kennedy-buckle-boot-chestnut-tweed" target="_blank">these</a>. The Air Kennedys that I have been lusting after since September. <br />
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I could not stomach the $398 price tag in the fall, especially since the heel is pretty high for me. Today, they were $179 and the store was doing $50 off of $150 making them $129. Score. I wear a size 9-9.5 and they only had a 9. I tried them on and they were too small on the right foot so I dragged myself out of there without them. I thought about them the entire ride home so I decided to google. Lo and behold, they were on 6pm.com for even less- $119.40 with free shipping. 70% off! So they are on their way to me right now. Of course I won't be wearing them right now since it was 80 degrees here today, but I know that I will still love them in the fall. Some things are worth the wait! <br />
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I do have some outfit pics coming up, I am just lazy with uploading pics! Have a great day, all!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-18732421748947534102012-03-14T17:26:00.000-07:002012-03-14T17:26:16.575-07:00J. Crew Review - Talitha BlouseI am finally getting around to reviewing J. Crew's <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/shirtsandtops/blouses/PRDOVR%7E58742/99102725774/ENE%7E1+2+3+22+4294967294+20%7E%7E%7E0%7E15%7Eall%7Emode+matchallany%7E%7E%7E%7E%7Etalitha/58742.jsp" target="_blank">Talitha Blouse</a>. I know its been around for a few seasons and in various prints and solids, but this is the first time I've tried it. As you may remember from <a href="http://shopmycloset-amy.blogspot.com/2012/02/february-jcrew-and-old-navy-reviews.html" target="_blank">this post</a>, I originally ordered it online in Vintage Berry (which was more of a hot pink in person) and was going to return it because I wasn't totally in love with the puffed sleeves and the color wasn't my first choice (I wanted the Wreath green but it was backordered online). Anyway, I went into my local J. Crew and lo and behold, there was a rack of green Talithas just waiting for me! I decided to try it on again in a size down from my usual one and I think it works! I normally wear a size 2 in J. Crew tops, but I am wearing a 0 in this one. <br />
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The color is definitely more "me," and sizing down seems to have solved the overly puffed shoulder issue. The puff is still there, but the sleeves aren't as full and I think its less pronounced. Maybe its the darker color too. The top is also a little shorter in the smaller size which helps it to look more polished and less pajama-ish when it isn't tucked in. <br />
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I decided to dress the blouse down over the weekend to go to a (kid) birthday party and dinner with the family. <br />
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I am wearing the <a href="http://www.anntaylor.com/ann/product/product%3A269102/AT-FULL-PRICE-PROMO-STYLES/Modern-Denim-Trousers/269102?colorExplode=false&skuId=10581186&catid=cata000018&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=1308" target="_blank">Modern Denim Trousers</a> from Ann Taylor, really old pewter flats from Target, a J. Crew necklace that was on sale by the register last week (I grabbed it in 2 colors), and my favorite <a href="http://www.anntaylor.com/ann/product/AT-Accessories/AT-View-All/Coiled-Bangle-Set/273305?colorExplode=false&skuId=10576847&catid=cata000021&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=6001" target="_blank">Ann Taylor Coiled Bangles</a> (these are a great deal in my opinion- 3 of them are $48 and AT is always doing some kind of promo. Right now its 40% off of a full priced item making these guys $29). Aren't they pretty?<br />
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What do you think? Are you a fan of the Talitha blouse?Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-726942717443810192012-03-08T11:03:00.003-08:002012-03-08T11:59:28.067-08:00Old Navy (and AT Loft) Reviews- Tons of Graphic tees!I love tee shirts. And I love stuff on them too. I guess it stems from those Banana Republic tees in the early 90s. You know, the ones with the maps on them. I know you all had one too. And then it was the Abercrombie tees in high school. I may or may not still have one of those.<br />
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Here is the <a href="http://www.loft.com/loft/product/LOFT-The-Now/LOFT-Layering-Tees-and-Tanks/Trench-Girl-Boatneck-Tee/276822?colorExplode=false&skuId=10622650&catid=catl000011&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=9383" target="_blank">Trench Girl Boatneck Tee</a> from Loft. Its sold out online but my store still had two. I am wearing an XS but would have preferred the Small. Its stretchy enough though that I think it still works. I have a navy skirt that will be great with this tee but I was too lazy to change. See the tee on <a href="http://shopwithm.blogspot.com/2012/02/loft-reviews-colorblock-stripe-skirt.html" target="_blank">Shopwithm</a>. Her styling is much better!<br />
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This one is the <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=77399&vid=1&pid=898390&scid=898390082" target="_blank">3/4 Sleeve Graphic tee</a> from Old Navy. Its on sale online for $12.50 but they were $6.94 in the store. Can't beat $7 for a cute tee. And its actually a decent weight and length. Its much thicker than the Loft tee above and the <a href="http://shopmycloset-amy.blogspot.com/2012/02/february-jcrew-and-old-navy-reviews.html" target="_blank">French dove tee</a> from J.Crew as well. I am wearing a Small and it fits TTS. I tried to stuff myself into the XS in the red version b/c that was all that they had, but it wasn't happening. See a few more ON graphic tees on Gigi <a href="http://www.gigisgoneshopping.com/2012/02/old-navy-dove-tee.html" target="_blank">here</a>. <br />
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These are the <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=77399&vid=1&pid=898393&scid=898393012" target="_blank">Slub Knit Graphic tees</a>. Almost the same as the one above, but these have slits on the sides and are a little shorter in length. These guys are $9.99 online but also $6.94 in the store. I am wearing a Small in both colors.<br />
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Hope you all have a great day! Its sunny and almost 70 here and we are loving it. Thanks again for reading and welcome to the new followers! :)Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-46815981710209030972012-03-07T17:02:00.000-08:002012-03-07T17:02:01.433-08:00J. Crew Review- Merino Tatted Lace SweaterHello! Before I get into the review, can anyone tell me why most of my pics have an inch of white on both sides?? I am new to blogger (and blogging, lol) and I cannot figure it out. I am copying the URLs from a Shutterfly album. Is that the problem? Its driving me insane. <br />
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Anyway, on to more important things like clothes. Here is the <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Navigation/Sale/AllProducts/PRDOVR%7E63052/99102581687/ENE%7E1+2+3+22+4294967294+20%7E%7E%7E0%7E15%7Eall%7Emode+matchallany%7E%7E%7E%7E%7Etatted/63052.jsp">Merino Tatted Lace Sweater</a> from J Crew in Heather Soft Gray. I don't think this has been that popular since it went on sale pretty quickly, but I love this sweater. I already own it in the lavender color (called Tender Thistle and looks more pink online than it is IRL) but I couldn't resist getting the gray one with the last 30% off sale promo. I would not have paid full price for this, but I love it for $55ish. It isn't itchy, is a nice length on me and the lace effect at the top is really pretty. I wear a cami or tank underneath but I think it looks cute that way. I am wearing a Small. <br />
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I am wearing it here with my favorite 7FAMK Dojo jeans and a white tank, and <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=55148&vid=1&pid=459097&scid=459097022" target="_blank">these Old Navy flats</a>. My store had several colors (red, the blue I am wearing, nude, black). They are kind of stiff but they run a little big so I think my feet will ok. They are really cute for a cheap pop of color. <br />
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Have you tried this sweater? I think its worth checking out if there's another sale promo! Hope you all have a great Wednesday!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-18496124796999193522012-03-03T13:29:00.002-08:002012-03-03T13:43:06.652-08:00J. Crew Factory Reviews (and one Boden top)- MarchHello all! Before I get into the reviews, I just wanted to say thanks so much for reading my blog! I am super excited to be up to 10 followers. I have gotten so many styling ideas and tips from many of your blogs, so I am happy to have you here!<br />
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I haven't been the the J'Crewlet in a few months even though there's one fairly close to my house. I love getting basic tees, tanks and shorts there, but I don't usually have luck with button downs or woven tops and I feel like the dresses are usually overpriced. Anyway, yesterday's excursion was pretty much typical for me. <br />
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I was hoping that this might be as cute as the Lady Lace Popover, but it just wasn't. It was cotton instead of the retail version's merino, but that didn't bother me for Spring. The lace was kind of droopy and cheap looking, and I didn't like how it came to those points at the bottom. Plus it is pricey for a cotton sweater at a factory store! I am trying on an XS and it was tight in the arms. I didn't bother trying the S b/c I knew it wasn't going to work regardless. <br />
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</div>Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-41048824875785838802012-02-27T14:12:00.001-08:002012-02-27T14:58:37.535-08:00J.Crew, Anthropologie & Ann Taylor reviews 2.27Hello! Hope everyone had a nice weekend. I have a bunch of reviews to share today! <br />
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I am finally using my real camera, so the pictures are a little bit better. I still can't find the remote though. Also, my almost 3 year old has the best mirrors in the house (80s fab mirrored doors on her closet) so don't mind her stuff in the background. I also realized after I uploaded the pics that her mirror has little hand prints all over it. Its been cleaned as of a few minutes ago! <br />
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I picked up the Striped Maxi Skirt at J.Crew this weekend. I don't see it online so it may be in store only. My store also had it in solid purple. I am not usually a long skirt person but I am all about stripes, and I am trying to branch out a bit for spring and summer. Plus we are going on vacation in April and I think this will be great to wear on the plane. I am wearing an XS and it fits nicely. Its also a good length on me at 5'5. I can wear it with flip flops and it doesn't drag on the ground. The only issue I have with the skirt is that its a little thin, so it has the potential to show lumps and bumps in the back! <br />
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Next is the <a href="http://www.anntaylor.com/ann/product/ANN-Must-Have-Outfits/AMA1003M/Geometric-Shift-Dress/268343?colorExplode=false&skuId=10722565&catid=cata000012&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=1198">Geometric Print Shift Dress</a> from Ann Taylor. I've had my eye on this since it came out, and I am going to wear it to a casino night fundraiser for my 5 year old's school next month. I am wearing a Petite Small because I like boxier dresses to be a little shorter. The regular Small looked weird because it was at the knee on me. That's good for the taller ladies though! <br />
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The print is only on the front of the dress, but that doesn't bother me. Maybe it would if I had paid full price, but it was 50% off with my discount. The back is solid navy with a keyhole/gold button closure. <br />
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<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=24157042&catId=CLOTHES-TOPRATED&pushId=CLOTHES-TOPRATED&popId=CLOTHES&navCount=280&color=041&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&templateType=D&cm_mmc=PJN-_-Affiliates-_-Placement=20648-_-ShopAnthropologie">Bailey 44 Layered Column Dress</a> from Anthropologie. After reading endless reviews about how fantastic this dress is, and seeing pictures of it looking good on a million different body types, I had to try it. I never buy dresses like this. But I like it! Its strangely flattering even though its so form fitting. I am wearing a medium here. I tried the small and although it didn't necessarily look tighter, it definitely felt tighter! I am still debating keeping it because its overpriced and I feel like I don't have good shoe options for it other than my super old tan boots. <br />
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Anyway, first up is the <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=110853012&userSearchText=bird&searchCID=68131&vid=1">Old Navy bird print blouse. </a> After seeing this cute top on <a href="http://shopwithm.blogspot.com/2012/01/old-navy-polka-dots-and-birdies.html">ShopwithM</a> and <a href="http://shoperarach.blogspot.com/2012/02/old-navy-reviews-bow-back-animal-print.html">ShOperaRach</a>, I knew I wanted to try it on. Its not my usual style and everyone in my family has made a comment about it ("are those tennis raquets? jalapeno peppers?"), but I love it. Its not the best quality in the world, but it doesn't immediately scream polyester to me either. I wouldn't have bought this if it wasn't ON priced, because well, its a bird shirt. I like it with jeans and boots for now, and it will be cute with flats later. I can also see it looking good with shorts and flip flops. We'll see. I got it for around $25 when ON was doing a promo, but I think its even cheaper in the stores right now. I saw a bunch on the sale racks there today. <br />
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Next up is the J. Crew French Dove Graphic Tee. At least that's what I think its called. Its not on the website anymore so I had to google. Anyway, this is really cute, and my store had a bunch of them. I am wearing an XS and it fits well. I love the length of it and I really hope it doesn't shrink too much. I can't stand too short tee shirts. <br />
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It was 65 degrees here in the Garden State today, so I wore the tee with an old gray cardigan (Loft) and my Seven <a href="http://www.zappos.com/7-for-all-mankind-dojo-in-new-york-dark-navy-thread-new-york-dark-navy-thread">Dojo</a> jeans. Shoes are my favorite ballet flats, <a href="http://www.zappos.com/lucky-brand-emmie-metallic-pow">Lucky Emmies</a>. Didn't even need a jacket! This is my favorite kind of weather, although I am sure my kids will be sick soon because of it. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a2dc02b3127cceff3aa5df12ec00000030O08BcMmrVoyaA9vPgg/cC/f=0/ps=50/r=0/rx=550/ry=400/" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="290" src="http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a2dc02b3127cceff3aa5df12ec00000030O08BcMmrVoyaA9vPgg/cC/f=0/ps=50/r=0/rx=550/ry=400/" width="400" /></a></div><br />
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Now for the J. Crew <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/shirtsandtops/blouses/PRDOVR%7E58742/99102550410/ENE%7E1+2+3+22+4294967294+20%7E%7E%7E0%7E15%7Eall%7Emode+matchallany%7E%7E%7E%7E%7Etalitha/58742.jsp">Talitha Blouse</a> in Vintage Berry. I have lusted after this top for a long time. I waited and waited for a full price promo since I think the price is way too high, and finally it came over Presidents' weekend. I really wanted the Wreath color that the model is wearing, but its backordered until April, so I decided to try the berry. I am just not sure if the top itself works on me. I feel like the sleeves look a lot more puffed on me than they are on the model. I am wearing a size 2, and I could possibly size down to a 0 (I tried it on in the store in navy and it fit, but I think the 2 is better). As far as I know the stores are only carrying the navy (I called 3 of them a few weeks ago looking for the green to wear on HGTV) but there are a bunch of other colors online. <br />
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</div>Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-23506541977046573992012-02-15T10:19:00.001-08:002012-03-04T05:18:16.584-08:00HGTV outfitsAs I mentioned in the last post, I was filmed for an HGTV show last week with my good friend. She is the focus of the show- I am the sidekick and shopping partner. Good role for me, although I wouldn't have minded the professionally decorated room! For those that don't know me personally, you don't know that my kitchen is beyond hideous. Its like the 70s and 80s got married and had a child up in there. I am dying to remodel it, but it isn't in the budget at the moment. Hopefully next year.<br />
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Anyway, since we had to be in the city at the crack of dawn each day, I didn't take any outfit pics. I did attempt to make sets on polyvore, but I think I am doing something wrong because they look weird. Here they are anyway.<br />
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Day 1 was the ambush surprise and a trip to an art gallery for inspiration. I can't find images of what I wore online at the moment, so I'll skip that day for now. <br />
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Day 2 was the shopping day at a really cool design store, Marimekko. We were supposed to dress casual and in bright colors.<br />
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<div><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/shopping_day_for_hgtv/set?.embedder=3378517&amp;.svc=copypaste&amp;id=43770201">Shopping day for HGTV</a> by <a href="http://amyelia.polyvore.com/?.embedder=3378517&amp;.svc=copypaste">amyelia</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/tall_pants/shop?query=tall+pants">tall pants</a></small></div><small></small><br />
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<small>$118 - jcrew.com</small><br />
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Day 3 was crazy. We had to go back into the city in our day 1 outfits to see the lounge at the Hudson Hotel. Then we rushed home to change into dressier outfits for the big reveal. Here's what I wore for that.<br />
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<div><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/hgtv_reveal_outfit/set?.embedder=3378517&amp;.svc=copypaste&amp;id=43770684">HGTV reveal outfit</a> by <a href="http://amyelia.polyvore.com/?.embedder=3378517&amp;.svc=copypaste">amyelia</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/print_dresses/shop?query=print+dresses">print dresses</a></small></div><small></small><br />
<div style="padding-top: 16px;"><div style="clear: both; margin: 0em; padding: 0px;"><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=3378517&.svc=copypaste&id=49894460" rel="nofollow"><img align="left" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak1.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/49894460.jpg" style="background-color: white; border: 1px solid #cccccc; margin: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 2px;" width="50" /></a></small></div><div style="margin-bottom: 8px;"><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=3378517&.svc=copypaste&id=49894460" rel="nofollow">J Crew print dress</a></small><br />
<small>$188 - jcrew.com</small><br />
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Have a great day, all! Stay tuned for a post highlighting 2 awesome dresses!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-73883714029386767522012-02-13T11:57:00.000-08:002012-02-13T11:57:27.534-08:00Long time, no blog!Its been crazy over here! I've been busy working and doing the usual kid stuff, and last week, I was a tv star. Well, sort of. Maybe more like an extra. My friend Heather's husband surprised her by applying to be on a new HGTV show, "Momcaves" so that she could have a space of her own in their house. Isn't that sweet? He also asked me if I would want to be filmed shopping with her and going on "inspiration trips" for the room. How could I say no??? So we spent most of last week in the city bopping from store to gallery to trendy hotel being filmed with the host of the show, Beth Stern (wife of Howard). It was totally embarrassing but totally fun. And Heather's new room is really cool. Maybe I'll give my faithful readers a heads up when it airs. <br />
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We had to dress casually for the show, but I liked my outfits, so I'll have those coming. I have also been dress shopping a lot lately- we have a wedding and a fundraiser coming up, so I'll share what I bought. <br />
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For now I have to run to the bus stop and then to the library for my older daughter's Dr. Suess project. The excitement never ends over here! Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8762507416443698004.post-25440690695062165132012-01-31T11:13:00.000-08:002012-01-31T11:13:14.219-08:00Colored denim and a few spring purchasesColored denim is everywhere right now. I love the idea of it, but colored jeans can be tricky to fit. They usually have a lot of stretch in them, which is good, but also can emphasize every lump and bump. <br />
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I tried the <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/denim/toothpick/PRDOVR%7E62443/99102625084/ENE%7E1+2+3+22+4294967294+20%7E%7E%7E0%7E15%7Eall%7Emode+matchallany%7E%7E%7E%7E%7Etoothpick/62443.jsp">J. Crew toothpick jeans in festival green</a>, and I love the color. Perfect green for spring and summer. For reference, I am wearing a size 27, which is snug in the waist, but I know they are going to stretch and the 28 was too big everywhere else. I took pictures of my backside to be sure I wasn't looking like a green sausage in a casing, but I'll spare everyone those pictures. <br />
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I love these with black and white as shown here, but I think they will be amazing with navy and white for spring. I threw on wedges and I love that look with the ankle length toothpicks. They'll be cute with flip flops too. <br />
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American Eagle Outfitters (I know I know, I am not 17) also has some really cute colored denim. I tried <a href="http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?productId=1320_2010_615&catId=cat20116&bundleCatId=cat5200018">these</a> on in pink and they were adorable. Much easier price to swallow than J. Crew, too. They also had red, blue, yellow and white. All really nice, saturated colors and fit on the smaller side for me (I am a 4/6 and the 6 was perfect in these- I couldn't get the 4 pulled up all the way, probably because I am not 17!). I think the pink (and the red, but I already have these <a href="http://www.anntaylor.com/ann/product/AT-Apparel/AT-Pre-Spring/Modern-Cropped-Pants/266068?colorExplode=false&skuId=10330135&catid=cata000014&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=5188">red pants from Ann Taylor</a>), would be great with navy as well. Or a white tee and a denim jacket. <br />
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Speaking of navy and white... I received a J. Crew rewards card yesterday and immediately got these 2 lovelies. <br />
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<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/sweaters/crewnecksandboatnecks/PRDOVR%7E62111/62111.jsp">Ripplestitch sweater</a> in stripe- navy/white. Will look great with the jeans above, and with my white cropped jeans from last year. I thought this ran small by J. Crew's standards. I got a small. <br />
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and the <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/shirts/casualshirts/PRDOVR%7E68397/99102670198/ENE%7E1+2+3+22+4294967294+20%7E%7E%7E0%7E15%7Eall%7Emode+matchallany%7E%7E%7E%7E%7Epopover/68397.jsp">Fanfare popover</a> in navy/white. I LOVE this. The fanfare print is all over J. Crew right now, but I am trying not to go overboard with it like I usually do with prints. This was typical J. Crew sizing, and I took an XS. <br />
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Well, its 60 degrees outside here in New Jersey, so I am going to get off of the blog and take my 2 year old outside for a bit. Have a great day, all!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18383900016755914551noreply@blogger.com2