Of course, I meant to close my eyes! Yikes!
Outfit details
Shift dress - Gap, Kid's section
Crochet sweater - Banana Republic
Studded leather belt - Banana Republic
Men's watch - Guess, Gift from E
Oxford booties - Brown's, Gift from Maria
Animal print brellie - Pharmaplus
What and Where
Alright, it really wasn't raining that moment we took these photos but it was pretty cloudy with a chance of meatballs that day! (Sorry, I couldn't resist - I love that movie and thought it was so cool watching it in 3-D with a bunch of kids we were babysitting that Saturday afternoon) I promised the always stylish Rebecca of See you in Sweden that I will take a photograph of this pretty li'l thing so rain or no rain, I am taking this baby despite the weird looks of people behind me ordering their fries and poutine:
So, let's talk a bit about fashion and shopping today. I was a bit hesitant showing this outfit as I wasn't too sure if the combination worked out. I do love each of the pieces separately: the shift tweed dress, the soft, luxe crochet sweater, my trusty and almost vintage leather belt and I absolutely love the animal print tights. I was pining for a casual yet presentable look that Friday and since I also had to teach that day, I needed an easy on, easy off kinda dress but what do you think of this combination? Do you have a signature outfit for Mondays or Fridays or do you dress according to profession, mood or weather?
Perhaps its the years of retail conditioning - my Mom insisted on shopping for us from the kid's section at the Gap, which would have been perfectly acceptable if we actually were kids - this dress was bought on clearance from the sales rack of, drum roll please... Gap Kids! Ironic now, isn't it? Although shopping in this section has its drawbacks (case in point: this dress does not account for adult hips, it has a straight androgenous cut), it certainly has lots of shopping advantages: the sales discount is more massive, the sytles is unexpected and the prints are more adventurous and bold. Pink leopard print tights? Check! Rainbow-coloured polka dots? check! And the best part is, wait for this... in Canada, you only pay one sales tax for children's clothing! One!
Now, if they can only start producing Little Black Dresses and sky-high stillettos, I'd be set shopping at the kid's section. What about you my lovelies, do you shop at the children's racks too or do you scour other unexpected places for your basic wardrobe needs?
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I think the temps here have cooled down enough for me to start wearing the trench :). It looks so much better on you!
I can't believe that is from the kid's section!! Would've never guessed.
Oh and the booties are wearing aren't the shoes I ordered from BTR - those haven't arrived yet ;)
You look absolutely stunning!! I love every single item of this outfit!! I also buy stuff from kid's sections. My reasons are that they have amazing stuff, much less boring, and a bit cheaper!! (In fact, the leopard mini skirt in my last entry is from Zara Kids!!!)
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I love your outfit hunnie....I think its fabulous all together..and of course that umbrella makes me want it!! (and some rain to use it too, hehehe)
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love that !!! coat you look amazing and so happy what a great post !1!
Oh geez. I don't even know where to begin. The red coat? The belt? The tights?!?!?!?! Gasp. Thud. Looking sharp, missy!
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I love the umbrella and you perfect belt! I search so long for one like yours! :>
Best!
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The first picture today is one of my favorite's so far on your blog. Reminds me of a movie poster. xo
That red coat with the leopard umbrella is hottt!
your photos are always beautiful :) I shop in the juniors all the time, the prices are better lol! XOXO
I want that umbrella! and the belt! I want it all!!! :-D
Btw, the pics were taken in Düsseldorf on the beautiful river Rhine. Sunday was the last warm day... it´s getting frigging cold here now ....
cant believe you can shop in the kids section!! how tall are you again?? :) well, I sometimes shop there for accessoires but that´s it.
Have a beautiful day!!!
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-M-
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This is one of my favorite outfits ever on you, M. Isn't it fun to take risks sometimes? I got to check out the Gap kids' section more often. I love that tweed dress on you!
Thank you for the well wishes...I am feeling a bit better, Dayquil-willing!
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Hey girl! YAY thanks for stopping by my blog! I love my Canadian bloggers!
Ok so about all the leopard accessories! HOT!
I love that umbrella and those tights, my leopard tights got a run in them the first day!! uggg- probably bc they are from F21 and everything breaks! LOL
I am officially following now!!
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Oh and congrats! I reached 100 followers today too and I just put you at 101!! You rock!
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Great photos. The red looks amazing on you.
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Adorable outfit! The pieces are a great match. Sadly, usually my Monday to Friday outfits are my "work appropriate items" that lately seem to be on a rotate. I bought tickets for Sat Ottawa Fashion week so hopefully there's inspiration to mix up my weekday outfits. The kids section is great to look through. It just doubles your selection while shopping.
well I think that the look is totally great with the umbrella!!!!
of course you have a fun contrast in prints & color =)
very fun girl!!!!
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Oooh I love the outfit! AMAZING that it was in the kids section :D Gotta love when you still fit in it :D
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I think the combination looks wonderful! I love the sweater-- it looks so cozy. I actually like shopping in the boys section for things. They sometimes have the best basics!
I tagged you on my blog!!!
Ps i love love love that red coat!!!! and the umbrella
Um, are those leopard print tights?! I love love love them!! Keep it up!
xo
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I love that coat its beautiful. those rings are amazing too!
Um, your umbrella might be the only one in the world that's better than my own zebra print one.
And those animal print tights?! I swoon. This whole look is phenomenal.
My hips make it impossible to shop at Gap Kids, but I do love hitting up the men's department for button up shirts and slouchy cardigans.
Mad Dress Game
Wow I never would have thought your dress was from the kid's section! That umbrella is fabulous and I like the brown belt with the dress.
such fashionable pieces! i love your red coat and umbrella with the accessories :)
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YEAH, get to see it! And WOWWWWWWWW! And do you know how to pair it up with red!! Stunner :)
I wanna read your confessions too lady. Make a confessions post , tell us your secrets in fashion
I should try out little kid dresses; I get large kids shirts occasionally. I have such big hips it might not work out though. It's so cute on you!
I haven't got the boots yet; they haven't even shipped them out! But both pairs of flats that I ordered are on their way and that's okay since it's still practically shorts weather here (Alberta, what is wrong with you?).
Thanks for the reply e-mail! I'll respond again soon. By soon I mean at the end of the week. Ugh, school is just outrageous. Midterm season.
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Also, do the sales people at Gap Kids give you funny looks when you try on clothes? Hahaha.
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Is that the H&M leopard umbrella?? It's such a great little accessory, especially with your red coat! :) You look great!
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I love how you mixed textures and prints in this outfit, ML! It's a fun twist, yet still work appropriate:) Love it! Oooh, love your read coat, too! Can't believe you got the dress at GAP kids! What a steal! I'm with ya, I'm definitely a fan of buying clothes from the kids' section, too hehe I'm loving Stella McCartney for GAP, but price points are still a bit expensive. Hope they have a major sale soon. Happy belated Thanksgiving, btw!:)
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This is a classy ,feminine outfit.Animal prints and red always work so good and you used them in right proportions.Thanks for the tips.
you look like a doll sweetie! loving your choice of accessories!
Fabulous outfit. Every single piece of clothing adds on to the whole look. I love the bright bold red coat and the animal print umbrella.
<3s Serena.
wow gap kids huh?! amazing find :) the red coat is simply fabulous and i really need a leopard print umbrella!
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i love you even more!! i totally wear gapkids!!! i dug a midnight blue faux fur coat out of a trunk in the garage the other day (GAPKIDS!!)
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carrie
I love the whole outfit, especially the red jacket and leopard umbrella together!!
My work is pretty casual normally and my challenge is how to amp it up without seeming too uppity with all these fancy new styles and such...
As for shopping in the kids section. I have never had the opportunity since I am almost 5'10 in height :) I do see some great stuff there though!!!
talk soon xoxo j
loving the red coat!
omg! this umbrella is FAB!!! great photos- love the leo print with this vibrant red!
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WOW.. the red coat is breath taking.. OH no.. the whole thing is breath taking..
love the photos
LOx
The kids section?? What?
While I doubt I would have suspected it, I've spent a lot of time forcing myself out of the kids and jrs racks - cuts lacking curves are not for me, no matter how cute or cheap they may be.
I think your mix works well, and the red trench is so fabulous!!
You look GORGEOUS. I love that red trench and I most definitely think that the shift dress works with the tights and everything else.
I've only bought a belt in the kids' section, I don't think I can fit into anything else sized for kids. I wish I could! They have lots of cute things and more affordable prices. Maybe I should just work on losing more weight. ;)
I love the outfit! I definitely used to work at Gap and always used my discount at Gap Kids :)
I love your tights!!
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Wish I could get all sorts of bargains in the kiddles section. Unfortunately, nothing fits...yes, I've tried. Haha!
Lucky you to have snagged that dress up. Love the trench and stockings!
O I love this outfit...you've great style!
NICE boots.
I like the cardigan. D boots that i gave u is from Tahari.
Red and leopard are very nice combo.
i adore your outfit! the coat is splendid and i love the shade of red.
haha i also shop in the kids section. they have so much cute stuff :]
xoxo
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impeccable! red, leopard print, dress, accesories- you look stunning.
stunning photos, you look great!!!! Love the animal print with red, wild!
Marilou-seriously gap kids! too funny. You look fabulous in this outfit and I especially love the brown belt paired up with the grey dress and black shoes. And hello trench? I probably could have spotted you on York Street this past weekend!! next time we should meet up. Sorry but I honestly had zero down time. I didn't even make it to the mall one time.
Where did you get the animal print tights? i want one too.. **hintx2**
I dreaded wearing tights before but now that I've tried it when someone very stylish *ehem* gave me one, I think Im gonna have to stock up on these tights this season.. I hope that someone very stylish would give me another pair or 2 again.. =)
Congratulations on your very successful blog!!!
Fabulous outfit!!! Love the red and leopard together. I am going to copy the look, and you know, I love all of your jewelry!!!! Oh, and I forgot the boots...love your boots!!!
I really really love the red trench with the leopard print! Such a great combo!
I covet thy umbrella! Haha. Thanks for dropping by my blog, by the way. :)
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