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It’s still cold out!

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Elaine

We’re being teased.  One day it’s beautiful and sunny, the next cold windy and rainy!  My wardrobe is a bit confused right now.  I’m still wearing things appropriate for Fall or Winter but at least these clothes are getting use right?

I wore this outfit awhile ago on one of the colder days out.  Not positive if it worked out or not but I tried something new so I was happy with myself about that!

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Dress: Banana Republic 00P
Sweater:  Express XS
Belt: unknown
Boots: Miz Mooz size 7
Necklace:  Avon

Ummm…not sure what’s up with my expression in my next photo LOL – I kind of looked…worried/ surprised?



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Sat down to change it up 😉

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So, as always I look for feedback from you guys! Did it work? Should I tweak it? Never do this again? Be honest – but nice – as always 🙂

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22 thoughts on “It’s still cold out!”

  1. Really Petite says:
    April 20, 2011 at 6:25 pm

    What a lovely outfit Elaine! Can you try to do close-ups of the necklace? It looks gorgeous but can’t really see it….am I being a pest? LOL

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  2. Ski Petite says:
    April 19, 2011 at 9:57 pm

    I’m pretty sure I have that same sweater from Express. But, I never thought to belt it. I usually put it on when I was cold and could never figure out how to work it in to my outfit. Now I have something to try!

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  3. Jennifer says:
    April 19, 2011 at 9:16 pm

    OMG was I really not following I feel horrible 🙁 Im following now!
    cute outfit!

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  4. Elaine A (TOBeautyReviews) says:
    April 19, 2011 at 12:54 pm

    Glad to also hear that it’s not just Toronto weather that hasn’t made up it’s mind 😀

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  5. Elaine A (TOBeautyReviews) says:
    April 19, 2011 at 12:48 pm

    @CynthiaC Yes I usually wear this sweater unbelted with pants. Wanted to try something different with this one 😛

    @Elle I know I really need to learn to incorporate more colours into my monochromatic outfits. I tend to go all or nothing 😉

    @SewPetiteGal Shorts!! LOL oh no, no – must be the weird way I’m standing LOL!

    @Canadianpetiteoops, no, no Express in Toronto. Picked this up on vacation one year!

    @Stylepint Thanks for the suggestion Jess! I’ll see if I have a thicker belt that might work better.

    @Sweet Laundry LOL yes I’ll try to sit every now and then – that will make my posts “slightly” more creative 😉

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  6. kat @ featherfactor says:
    April 19, 2011 at 12:31 pm

    Love that gray sweater…it looks lovely and so cozy on you! What’s with the weather lately?? I’m so ready to bring out my spring clothing!

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  7. Sweet Laundry says:
    April 19, 2011 at 9:40 am

    These temperatures are killing me. I am still wearing most of my winter clothes. I’m having such a hard time shopping for spring clothes I know I can’t wear yet. You look so cozy and chic in this layered look. The seated pose is good too, you should throw one of those in every now and then 🙂

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  8. Stylepint says:
    April 19, 2011 at 12:41 am

    I think the outfit looks pretty good…I think the sweater is a bit bulky and perhaps a thicker belt would match better. The thin belt looks a bit overwhelmed by the sweater. =)

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  9. Canadianpetite says:
    April 19, 2011 at 12:02 am

    Yeah, it’s cold out here in the west too. I like your sweater. There’s Express in Toronto?

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  10. Ashley, Lions Lace Lattes says:
    April 18, 2011 at 9:43 pm

    I really like this outfit. I’m feeling the same way. My wardrobe is pretty confused right now too. We got soooo much snow in the last two day. Ugh. I just want to put the boots away already.

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  11. Cee says:
    April 18, 2011 at 7:54 pm

    Did the flash go off in the first picture? I look like that when I’m startled, haha 😛 But don’t worry, your expression took nothing away from your outfit. I love this ensemble! Perfect complementary shades of gray with blue. Two thumbs up!

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  12. Erin says:
    April 18, 2011 at 7:43 pm

    I really like it Elaine!! I think you look great… but as you know, I am a fellow gray lover 🙂

    We have the SAME freakin weather here too btw – how annoying! Hopefully it’ll level out soon.

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  13. Hope says:
    April 18, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    I think the grey on grey on grey looks great!! What great boots too! We’re having the same kind of weather and it’s driving me nuts. I went the other way and committed to spring even if I’m freezing. 🙂

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  14. Sherry says:
    April 18, 2011 at 3:50 pm

    Very cute! Love your little pop of blue!!

    sweetandsassy-sherry.blogspot.com

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  15. SewPetiteGal says:
    April 18, 2011 at 2:55 pm

    LOL – I thought you wear wearing bermuda shorts at first and was super surprised but then I saw that it was a dress! It works but I agree with Elle that some color would really complete it 🙂

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  16. Elle says:
    April 17, 2011 at 11:21 pm

    I love the outfit but I think it may benefit from a pop of color? Colors are always uplifting! 🙂

    We are getting weird weather here…BOO!

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  17. CynthiaC says:
    April 17, 2011 at 10:04 pm

    The weather was AWFUL today! Snow? In April? Anyway, glad it cleared up later (but it was still cold). As for your outfit, I think the sweater would work better with pants – it’ll make you look longer that way.

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  18. H Rija says:
    April 17, 2011 at 8:54 pm

    I too feel teased by the weather – it’s literally playing games with us! And your outfit looks so cozy and warm!!

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  19. PetiteLittleGirl says:
    April 17, 2011 at 8:36 pm

    You styled it perfectly. What a cozy outfit! The weather has been crazy in Ohio too. I think it’s going to rain for the next 2 weeks 🙁 Have a great week, Elaine!

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  20. Ms. E. says:
    April 17, 2011 at 8:28 pm

    I know it is cold in the midwest too…wish I can take out my spring clothes soon! 🙂

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  21. Banhannas says:
    April 17, 2011 at 8:26 pm

    Parts of NC was hit by a tornado so the weather has been wonky lately too. It rained in torrents yesterday than 15mins later it would get cheerfully sunny. That happened multiple times haha. The gray is a nice nostalgic color to represent winter but I like the nice pop of blue you made with your necklace!

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  22. The Little Dust Princess says:
    April 17, 2011 at 8:26 pm

    Cute! I like your layering skills ; )

    p.s. you forgot to remove word verification off this blog!

    Reply

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