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Wednesday, 20 March 2013

What I Wore Wednesday: Fabulous

I've just gotten in to Ohio from Scotland so apologies if this post makes little to no sense.  I got my passport back on Saturday and booked flights back the same day. After three different delays I'm here! Unfortunately Blondie Boy and NotBlondeHusband couldn't come with me but I'm looking forward to spending time with my family.

A few weeks ago I took part in a photoshoot for Fabulous Magazine for "School Yard Chic" I had two outfits; first an amazing Rebecca Torres dress:


Rebecca Torres Imani Dress
Oasis Black Leather Jacket
Cybher Satchel
Chelsea Skull Scarf
New Look Black Ankle Boots

I loved this body con, colour blocked dress but I think maybe the editors thought it was too dressy for the school run (to be fair the only time I'm not in sweats for the school run is when I have meetings so I am dressed up!) so they went with my second look:

Photograph by Alan Peebles
Cynthia Rowley Skater Dress via TK Maxx
HM Cropped Blazer
New Look Hobo Bag
New Look Ankle Boots

To be fair I wear the hell out of this dress. I freaking love it and have worn it numerous times so it is a fairly good representation of my style.

IPhotograps by Alan Peebles
How cute do my friends Glasgow Mummy & Hayley look, too? We had a fun day (even though it was rainy at first--hence the frizzy hair) playing models and smizing for the day. Although I got a bunch of blank looks when I mentioned booty touching---maybe I need to watch less ANTM!

What do you wear when you take your children to school? Did this post make any sense? I'm pretty sure I've been up for almost 24 hours!


THANK YOU to everyone who nominated me for The Mad Blog Awards as I'm now a finalist for The Best Fashion and Beauty Blog! If you fancy voting for me voting is open now until March 26th! I really do appreciate everyone nominating me and am just stunned to be a finalist again! 


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51 comments:

  1. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 01:59

    Post made sense to me. Love that you had a photo shoot of what you wear to school drop off. I would love to do that at our school. Since I run to work after drop off my outfits tend to be more dressy. Well not dressy. My work is not dressy. It is just work wear. Heels may be involved.


    And yes you do wear the heck out of that dress :)

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  2. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 02:08

    Too bad they didn't use that photo! I am mostly in a dress & heels when I picked up Alexandra from elementary school last year. Looks like a blast with the othe mums!
    Denise

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  3. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 02:51

    I totally have to stop myself from "booty touching". I didn't even know I did it until I started taking more photos and I actually took Tyras advice and pulled back and am "semi" happy with my pics now! There is something so uncomfortable about having my picture made. :) I love the 2nd dress btw!!

    Hailey @ Love, Laughter and Lipstick

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  4. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 03:12

    How fun to be part of a photo shoot for a magazine?! Congrats!!! I love the skater dress - I think the editors made a great choice because you look so good in it!
    xo
    Kym
    bitty.and.bunny

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  5. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 04:09

    What a fun shoot! Congrats!
    http://dcinstyle.com/

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  6. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 04:29

    Love the colors and the full skirt!

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  7. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 04:30

    Hi! I'm a new follower, and I just love your blog! I am so jealous of you living in the UK, and I'm stoked to find a feminist blogger!

    XO, Rachel

    With Love, Rachel

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  8. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 05:28

    Love that Cynthia Rowley dress! It's a great shape and pattern. Of course they both look good. Black with skulls and hot pink is pretty awesome! The shoot sounds fun!

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  9. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 10:48

    Love both those looks! Thanks for hosting the link party!!

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  10. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 10:58

    Hello, how nice to be nominated for awards! I love the details on the boots, gives them an edgy look.
    www.robincharmagne.com

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  11. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 12:24

    I love your skater dress from TJ Maxx, so stinkin' cute! Hope you had a great time on your trip!


    xo


    Lindsay
    LindsayJEveryday.blogspot.com

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  12. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 14:02

    Great looks! Love them both!


    Megan
    budgetfashion101.blogspot.ca

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  13. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 14:11

    Thanks for hosting the linkup!

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  14. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 14:22

    Love the black leather jacket and dress combo - hot! :)

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  15. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 16:01

    You mommies are looking fab! I love your second outfit though. Sweet and girly. Ahhh...the mommy duties! I have yet to discover what it would be like taking your kid to school. We're planning on putting our little one on pre-K next year! I'd probably be wearing sweatpants. :) eehhh...

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  16. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 16:05

    I love that body con dress. You look awesome in it! But, you're right, you seem to wear that other dress a lot so it really shows off your personal style. And the post made total sense...haha.
    Tara
    Penniless Socialite
    Whoop Tee Giveaway!

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  17. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 16:43

    I love that pink and black bag, it reminds me of Barbi.. LOVE!
    Cassidy
    things like skeleton keys

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  18. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 17:15

    that Cynthia Rowley dress is a knock out! I can see why you wear the heck out of it!

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  19. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 18:14

    I love that dress! So, so cute.

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  20. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 21:48

    Today is my first link-up with my brand new blog! Thanks so much for hosting!

    Lindsey
    High Heels and Training Wheels

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  21. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 22:44

    Love that Cynthia Rowley dress, and how you styled it! :)

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  22. Melaina2520 March 2013 at 23:56

    The black and pink looks great and the skulls just make it even better! LOVE that look!

    Sparkle
    and Shine!

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  23. Melaina2521 March 2013 at 03:35

    Love your Cynthia Rowley dress! I liked how you styled it:) Enjoy your evening!




    Carissa
    Lillies & Silk

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  24. Melaina2521 March 2013 at 15:22

    Thanks Carissa! I have a few of the same style in different patterns!

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  25. Melaina2521 March 2013 at 15:23

    Thanks Carmen! I love Rebecca Torres designs!

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  26. Melaina2521 March 2013 at 16:44

    you look AMAZING! hot hot hot! And of course you have my vote - way to represent! xo

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  27. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:14

    Thanks Maria!

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  28. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:14

    Thank you! I have 4 in the same style :)

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  29. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:14

    Ooh exciting! Can't wait to see your look :)

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  30. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:15

    Thanks Emily!

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  31. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:15

    Lol thanks! I have it in several colours/patterns :)

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  32. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:15

    Gotta love pink and black!

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  33. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:16

    You ever have one of those posts where you are just like...umm I have no idea if this is even vaguely coherent or not?

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  34. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:16

    To be fair most days I am in sweats unless I have a meeting!

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  35. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:20

    Thanks! Rebecca Torres designs are hot :)

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  36. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:20

    Of course x

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  37. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:20

    Thanks Megan!

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  38. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:20

    Thanks Lindsay! Ohio is COLD!

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  39. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:21

    Thanks Robin! I get so much wear out of these boots; I originally bought them for the MADS last year!

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  40. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:21

    Thanks Harmony :)

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  41. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:22

    It was fun pretending to be a model for a day :)

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  42. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:22

    Don't be too jealous Rachel :) Hooray for a fellow feminist!

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  43. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:23

    Thanks! It is def. a very flattering skirt :)

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  44. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:23

    Thanks Elena it was a good time :)

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  45. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:23

    I think you are right Kym; at the time I felt really confident in the other dress but I think that was down to the photographer--looking at the shots the CR dress is way more flattering.

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  46. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:24

    Yea I'm not the only toucher! ;)

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  47. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:24

    To be fair the CR dress is more flattering :)

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  48. Melaina2522 March 2013 at 13:25

    Thanks Margaret :) I tend to either be dressy/business casual whatever or in a hoodie and sweats lol.

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  49. Melaina2524 March 2013 at 12:32

    You look fantastic!! I love that bright pink stripe on your dress!


    http://havebreakfastwithtiffany.blogspot.com/

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  50. Melaina2525 March 2013 at 02:19

    I love your dress too!! You look great!!
    ~Callie
    www.creationsbycallie.com

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  51. Melaina2525 March 2013 at 18:38

    I think I have one of those posts at least once a month...maybe even once a week...haha.

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