I tried this sweater on MONTHS ago at H&M but I had already made a few purchases at that time so I left it behind in the stores. Then later I saw this on Ping and it definitely stuck out in my mind. I love how Ping styled it. I’m not as creative as she is so I just threw it on with my favorite trouser jeans.
Necklace and Earrings: Avon
I love the feminine details of this cardigan. The little bows at the pocket area (no pockets!) and the buttons are really pretty too (kind of sparkly!).
For some reason I’ve also been fascinated with braiding my hair. My bangs are starting to grow out so they’re at that awkward length where they kind of just get in my way. I decided to try out the braiding thing:
What do you think? Is it too juvenile? I got some compliments (from those that noticed) and it definitely does the job of keeping my bangs out of my face.
Taking pictures is a lot of work for me and definitely does not come naturally! I feel really silly posing a lot of the time so does anyone have any tips on posing?
I love the braid! It looks great on you. The cardigan is also really cute.
Definitely like the hair . . . not juvenile at all! I’ve tried it myself, but still have some troubles, I end up just twisting it away which still looks pretty decent.
Love the girlish cardigan! I’ve seen a few like that at Forever 21 that I’ve wanted to pick up but have always feared that they would just fall apart after the first wear. The colour of this one is very pretty. How’s the quality? Does it stay in shape or does it stretch out with wear? One of my biggest pet peeves is when I scrunch up the sleeves just a TAD the bottom part gets all loose haha. How does this one fit?
I think that side braid would look especially cute if you put the rest of your hair in an updo!
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I love that cardi. I’ve tried it before but for some reason never bought it. It looks great on you!
What a PERFECT cardigan on you! The fit and color are both great. You look wonderful.
I really like the color of the cardigan – it’s definitely not the usual black, white, beige! Great find
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your outfit is awesome. and the braided hair is so cool.
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I like this cardigan, too! I especially like bows on the faux (or are they real?) pockets.
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Great sweater! And I like the braid…fun!
Thanks for all the lovely comments! You are all totally making my day
@TLDP Thank you so much! I didn’t realize it came in other colours!
@cutiecocochanel – What?? you’re great at posing! I love your blog header – so glam!
@Lisa – thank you! Umm I know you’d think self braiding would be a skill us women would’ve picked up! So not easy! (sometimes I get the husband to do it for me…shhhh!)
@Stylepint – I have a large forehead too. Husband likes to call it “fivehead” LOL!
@Michelle – hee! Ok I’m glad I pass
@t, Kileen, Sharon, ReallyPetite – thank you
Making me blush here 
@Lor – that breade sounds so cool! I have so many layers in my hair so I can’t braid the whole thing, pieces always fall out!
@Melissa – you are totally not lame! You always look so cute
@PLG – when my hair is curly bobby pins hold the bangs up – curly bangs are so not attractive
@Ping – oh no!!!! I will try to be extra careful with mine then. Damn H&M quality!
@AubreyOhDang – that’s a great idea. I actually saw this on a show last night, it wasn’t her bangs they braided just a piece on the side of her head. Loved it!
@Shen Dove – Chanel!! WOW, can’t go wrong with that, thank you!
@FashionMomma – good to know I’m not alone, thanks for the tips!
@SewPetiteGal – aww thank you! I’m so glad it all worked together for the most part
@Tara – thanks! I really should wear more colourful things though, but I always gravitate to shade of grey!
@Cee – ooh I hope you take pictures if you attempt it!
@CessOviedo – thank you!
@Kayla – yes I’m glad I went back for it too! I was lucky they’re still around!
@SharonLei and missstudios – thank you so much for your kind comments!
@Karena – oops I’m Elaine
Dara is the designer of the scarf I’m giving away 
But thank you!
@jamie-lee – you could totally braid your hair! Your hair is so nice and long
@Ania – thank you, thank you!
U cardigan – gorgeous! ^^
The cardigan is really cute – and i adore the plait in your hair, I wish that I could do something like that with mine
You look wonderfully put together Dara!! Great choices!
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I love everything femine. This cardigan with cute ribbons and your braided hair say all!
Aww super sweet cardi.. and love your braid too!
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You look great. Definitely worth going back and getting again.
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Oh gosh! That cardi is so ladylike, love it! … Great accessorizing!
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I LOVE this braided look on you. I saw so many celebs with braids over the summer and had been meaning to try, but just didn’t have the time. Now you’ve inspired me to try again! The bows on this cardi is too cute and goes well with the hair.
No tips on posing from me, I’m such a n00b!
I really like the braid! And the color of the cardi looks great on you!
Pretty, pretty, pretty! You look soooooo pretty with your hair braided like that! I don’t have that kind of dexterity
I love the way you styled the cardigan with the necklace and earrings – it looks so sophisticated together 
LOVE the cardi!!! And the necklace! Stunning.
I adore those little bows. I adore ALL bows, who am I kidding? Whenever I don’t “do” my hair, I try to add a little braid or twist in the bang area. It dresses things up a little for me! I’m also really awkward at taking photos, so no worries- I think we’re all still trying to find our niche with that. Some people are just naturals, though! I’ve been told, “Tilt your head slightly, do something with your arms where at least one arm is away from your trunk (ie: put hand on hip or rest arm on object), because this puts space between your arm and body and creates more shape. Turn to the side just a bit, sometimes.” Rochelle, of Rochelle Approved, is my good friend and also a photographer. I have a unique body to clothe/photograph, so she gave me these tips!
Your braid is cute, definitely not juvenile, and I love your cardigan, reminds me of Chanel.
I’m trying to find long sleeve cardigans so i did not pick up this sucker. but it sure is adorable.
as for braids, I think they’re fine, but they’re most appropriate when you’re wearing hobo-chic style. or don’t pull it so tight. give it a casual loose vibe.
I saw this too and it looks so great on you! The fit is perfect!!! Love it!!
the cardigan is so lovely on you. the fit is also really nice. thanks for the shout out!
the 2nd time i wore that cardigan, i don’t know what i did but there’s a rip by the cute little faux pocket. argh! i ended up tossing it.
i like the braids! they’re cute.
You both did such a great job styling this cardigan. The length is just perfect for casual wear. I do have problems with posing too. I guess do whatever you’re comfortable with. My bang is also growing out. I currently use the bobby pin to keep it out of my face. It’s very annoying but my bang is not long enough to braid
That cardigan looks lovely with the jeans!
I like the braids, I think they’re cute.
As for posing…HA! I use the same poses every day. I’m lame.
I like the braid! I wish I could do french braids….I keep practicing but they fail! Last week my friend did a braid across the back of her head and made it into a side ponytail.
Cute necklace!
That cardi is so cute! Love the bows and girly details.
Growing out bangs is such an annoying process. You seem to be looking as fab as ever though!
i love that cardigan on you and the little bows are so cute!! and you have wonderful poses. i am especially fond of the last one — you look so cute!
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Lol! I was just thinking the same thing about posing today! I use the same right head tilt.
I love your poses, though. All the ladies have their natural pose, which is nice! I do not like it when it is forced or fake. Keep doing what you’re doing!
Now on to your outfit…you look lovely! I really do like the braid! I do not think there is anything wrong with a slight juvenile look, as long as only one item exudes this. So, you pass!
Cute cardigan!
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I think you look great and the cardigan works well with the jeans. The braid looks so natural! I wish I could do that with my bangs but I have such a large forehead that I just look strange. =)
I think you look put-together and cute! And I love the braid – I have tried to do it myself but apparently am a miserable failure at self-braiding!
Aww the Cardigan is really cute and it fits u really well! Love all the girly touches including the braid!
I’m really bad at posing too so i would love some tips XD
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I think I saw that cardigan in different colours a while back! This colour suits you very well. I like it
The braid is so adorable. Looks great on you ^_^
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