tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52851335742342614972024-03-12T21:59:47.419-05:00Passion for FashionPassion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.comBlogger388125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-56965635876994484802011-11-26T13:01:00.000-06:002011-11-26T13:01:02.321-06:00Unfair fashionI am not a blogger to talk about sweat shops or copycats. I don't ramble about stuff like that. I leave that to people who know more about it. You know what I find unfair?<br />
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I have rockin legs, but due to being a top heavy apple leggings and skinny jeans just don't work for me. Trust me I have tried. Over and over again. I so want to wear boots tucked into my jeans or leggings with a tunic but it just doesn't ever look right.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaffeLIiHwoCHJL_-7g8SL_Uf8bQa1rpZLCV1WN6n4avh-Qkvk14Nj8ZibwfZxqmryqq59y4Z9Q4Afr07fZLg19ydrbXX04wTNcM0DMfTWs4cU40mqE6v_oTNxMdknDLSpqIZhsP3jBH4r/s1600/IMG_8764.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaffeLIiHwoCHJL_-7g8SL_Uf8bQa1rpZLCV1WN6n4avh-Qkvk14Nj8ZibwfZxqmryqq59y4Z9Q4Afr07fZLg19ydrbXX04wTNcM0DMfTWs4cU40mqE6v_oTNxMdknDLSpqIZhsP3jBH4r/s320/IMG_8764.JPG" width="213" /></a> follow me on pinterest barefootinboots<br />
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It's sad that i have both leggins and skinny jeans in my closet. It's unfair that i see all that I see all the cute (small chested in most cases) girls on Pinterest wearing my outfits!<br />
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The inhumanity of this trend being unattainable for my body shape. I have a little butt and strong sleek calves. (My thighs could be more toned but they wouldn't jiggle in the leggings.)Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-41508230172350086162011-11-03T14:34:00.000-05:002011-11-03T14:34:50.344-05:00Passionate Fashion - Eshakti.com ReviewI was lucky enough to be approached by <a href="http://www.eshakti.com/">www.eshakti.com</a> to choose an item to review.<br />
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After a lot of deliberation, I decided on a drapy black basic top. They have a LOT of cute dresses, but I am just not in the market for a dress right now. Currently I am digging the flowy, drapy tops and the one I chose fit the bill. It has a chameleon like ability to be dressed up with black or sparkly pants and a black belt or dressed down as I chose to with jeans and a cropped jacket. <br />
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I love that the neckline on this shirt adds some flare and design. This neckline, along with the drapy dolmain sleeve shape, makes this basic black shirt POP. <br />
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This shirt is super soft and comfortable. It is perfect for my current life and style. The people at eshakti.com were great to work with and I am so glad I got the chance to try their site out. <br />
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Jeans - Lee (thrifted)<br />
Eshakti.com shirt<br />
Jacket - (thrifted)<br />
Booties- Simply Vera via Kohls (clearance)<br />
Belt - Kenneth Cole via Marshall'sPassion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-70450809040707196092011-06-27T14:36:00.000-05:002011-06-27T14:36:08.892-05:00HEART breakerI saw... I tried... I fell in love!!!!!!!!!!!<br />
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My husband said no....<br />
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We are on a tight budget with a little one and me not working....<br />
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I GET IT!!!<br />
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But here I am more than a week later MOURNING said shoe! It would have been $15.<br />
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The same shoe from the same store online would be $50 and that isn't counting shipping....<br />
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My heart HURTS!!!!!!!!!<br />
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Pathetic I know... but true.<br />
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Does this ever happen to you?Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-24815423904524394612011-03-24T19:37:00.000-05:002011-03-24T19:37:08.728-05:00Hate or Heart?Do you HATE or HEART............<br />
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I must say that I HATE more than HEART them.. I don't think anyone looks cute in them.Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-58804063018332866592011-03-15T21:53:00.000-05:002011-03-15T21:53:33.886-05:00Wardrobe ChangesSo it is supposed to be.... drumroll.... almost 50 degrees in the next week!<br />
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I am excited to pull out some cuffed jeans... and to dress my baby in lighter clothes.<br />
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What Mom? I don't HAVE to wear long sleeves and long pants and layers alll my life? I thought that was part of this!<br />
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I mean my baby was born in October. She only knows bundling up.<br />
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I can't WAIT to introduce her to grass and sun and warmth outside... in cute clothes!!<br />
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I have learned a lot about my clothing and minimalizing through being a mom.<br />
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I hope to talk more about that so stay tuned... and note I did NOT say minimalism. I am not there. I am just working my way through too much stuff, too many things, and too many interruptions to the life that I would rather lead.Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-81693197312111719392011-01-24T16:28:00.000-06:002011-01-24T16:28:55.628-06:00Hot Mess of Fun! - Etsy Store<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_570xN.211201746.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_570xN.211201746.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><br />
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I am listing some items that I have made in my etsy store Barefoot Boutique.<br />
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So if you are interested head on over there. I have some jewelry and vintage clothing/accessories.<br />
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See more about these "must haves" <a href="http://www.oprah.com/oprahshow/7-Fashion-Must-Haves-for-2011">here</a> from the Oprah Show.<br />
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Oprah had some fashion items that I saw that made sense.<br />
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The <a href="http://chickiescleavagecoverage.com/">Chickies</a>.<br />
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These would be great for those times when you need a little extra cleavage coverage without the bulk of layers. Hmmm...... my brain is rolling here people... <br />
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The <a href="http://fluxus.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/nomad-scarf-black">Fluxus Scarf</a><br />
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Looked gorgeous but I want to try <a href="http://fluxus.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/bat-hoodie">this</a> instead!<br />
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"The <a href="http://the-shirt.com/">Shirt"</a><br />
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Another cleavage coverage issue problem solver? I need to get my hands on one of these!<br />
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The <a href="http://www.bootights.com/">Bootights</a><br />
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They also showed an Eddie Bauer jacket.. and while I like Eddie Bauer, I was not excited about the jacket. Sorry. Just my opinion. <br />
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They showed the Sorel <a href="http://www.sorel.com/CATE-THE-GREAT%E2%84%A2-%7C-221-%7C-5/803298482936,default,pd.html">"Cate the Great"</a> boots.<br />
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I think I would try them but I would LOVE to try these more.<br />
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Sorel <a href="http://www.sorel.com/SUKA%E2%84%A2-II-%7C-265-%7C-5/803298502221,default,pd.html">Suka II</a> <br />
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Sorel <a href="http://www.sorel.com/womens-boots/women,default,sc.html?sz=1&start=18">Mackenzie Lace Tall</a><br />
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Can you tell I have a pair of two sizes too large men's icemens boots in a lovely olive green grossness?Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-11876188156081387872011-01-13T16:50:00.000-06:002011-01-13T16:50:59.112-06:00Book Review - The Grown-Up Girl's Guide to Style vs How to Never Look Fat AgainI always have to have at LEAST one book to read. Normally I have more than one book started. I often have a novel for play and a "grown up" book to try to learn something. I think I have 6 books started right now?<br />
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Two or more on baby's first year, two on fashion, a stay at home mom book, and a diet recipe book. I also have several body after baby books and a few novels waiting in the wings.<br />
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I am by no means a professional but I have been reading since first grade and I spent many nights as a kid hiding my flashlight under a blanket reading until 3 am when I was told to go to bed at 10 pm. (I could get away with it in the summer, but in the winter my light reflected off the snow outside my window and my dad whose room was above mine would see the light and bust me.)<br />
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Let's compare the two fashion books I am reading right now.<br />
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"The Grown-Up Girl's Guide to Style" by Christine Schwab vs "How to Never Look Fat Again" by Charla Krupp<br />
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I started reading The Grown-Up Girl's Guide to Style a couple weeks ago. I had trouble getting into it and put it down. <br />
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I took it up again a couple days ago and was able to get into it (with skipping through). I think that this was definitely a borrow from the library read rather than a buy. I had trouble with the fact that it seemed like the author was saying if it doesn't look perfect cover it. (In the section on necks, she tells the reader to examine their neck closely and "if it looks wrinkled cover it". and similarly in a section on shoes she writes "Don't expose a foot that has broken veins, calluses, bunions, or squished or twisted toes. Leave the sandals on the shelf and buy a covered shoe.") If you are confident with your body as it is and you are just looking for tips on what to use to work around your "problem areas" then it might be fine. It might also be a helpful read if you aren't confident with your "problem areas" and you want to know how to cover them. I don't think it is right to make people feel as though they NEED to cover up what isn't perfect before going out in public. No one is perfect and no one should be made to feel like they need to be! (For more on body issues check out Sal at <a href="http://www.alreadypretty.com/">Already Pretty!</a>)<br />
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This book contained sections on skin, health, mind, and makeup as well but I must admit that I skipped over a lot of that. I love fashion most the rest of it less. (Hey, I'm being honest here.)<br />
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I can't say I didn't learn anything from this book because I always learn something. There were some good tips and tricks. I just didn't agree with the way the author went about some of the writing.<br />
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Grading: So So... Read again-No... Buy-Definitely not<br />
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I really enjoyed the "How to Never Look Fat Again" book (and I haven't even finished it!). This is a book that I would recommend checking out from the library or even purchasing.<br />
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<b>Love:</b> Images of a "High Fat" outfit vs a "No Fat" outfit on the same person (REAL PEOPLE not skinny models)<br />
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<b>Like:</b> Specifics for each body part<br />
What to have in your closet to magnify your assets<br />
What to avoid to look "No Fat"<br />
More extreme options than clothing for a person who might be interested.<br />
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This book gives good examples and explanations for what it is talking about. It shows good comparisons in the images that it uses. This book has given me a lot to think about during my next closet cleaning. This book is something to refer to again and again when you are looking at the new trends coming out or when you are looking to add to your wardrobe. Are you unsure what is the best denim for your body? Are you interested in making your arms look thinner? Do you want to make your "badonkadonk" look smaller? Do you have too much bust for the average clothing? Other problems this book addresses: wide face, thick neck, broad shoulders, arm flap, big bust, muffin top, back fat, buddha belly, wide hips & thighs, big booty, heavy calves, and wide feet & ankles.<br />
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I haven't even gotten farther than the big booty and I am in love.<br />
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More things addressed in this book: Summer clothing, winter clothing, workout wear, the evening, and an overall view.<br />
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Do any of these things apply to you? I don't think any of us can say that we don't identify with at least ONE of these areas. I know that I have been impressed with the information and educated on arm flap, big bust, muffin top, back fat, buddha belly, AND wide thighs. I can't WAIT to see what they say about wide feet. And summer AND winter. More please!<br />
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I love that "How to Never Look Fat Again" reinforced a lot of things that I "just knew" with reasons for why an item or outfit is or isn't good for someone's body type and added to my knowledge and understanding of different body shapes and issues. I like how the book gives specific ideas for petites and size 14 and up.<br />
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Grading: Liked A Lot... Read Again- Probably... Buy- Possibly-Probably<br />
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I know that I am not the target market for The Grown-Up Girl's Guide to Style but I like to read books for two reasons: to learn and to get away from everyday life. I think I have read almost every fashion book that my local libraries have to offer. (I will have to start requesting them online from other Minnesota libraries as I don't plan to buy them. Especially without seeing them first.)<br />
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I would LOVE to work as a personal shopper or something similar in the fashion industry at some point and reading these books gives me more knowledge towards that goal.<br />
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Do you have any fashion books that you love and can't live without? Please tell me so I can look into them!Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-38872368909348289512011-01-12T14:07:00.001-06:002011-01-12T14:07:47.632-06:00Need to be per "sueded"I LOVE boots right now. <br />I love the look of these but I am not sure suede is the right choice for everyday boots. <br /><br />Dirty laundry "noted" boots<br /><br /><br /><center><a href='http://blogpress.w18.net/photos/11/01/12/2049.jpg'><img src='http://blogpress.w18.net/photos/11/01/12/s_2049.jpg' border='0' width='211' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><br />Dirtylaundryfootwear.com<br /><br />Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br />Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-89006541802226259522011-01-11T17:37:00.000-06:002011-01-11T17:37:03.957-06:00DIY - Plain Jane Jacket to Ombre Awesomeness<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/7521/img3209.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/7521/img3209.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>I used to wear this jacket from time to time but I never felt the love for it. I decided it was time to try to spice it up before I threw it out as I like the way it fits me. Girls with a large chest can have a difficult time finding jackets that fit well.<br />
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I threw it in a bucket of steaming hot water and some navy blue dye.<br />
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I stirred it up a few times, made sure it was set up, and left it sit.<br />
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Later that night, when I realized it was still in the dye, I took it out, rinsed it good, and threw it in the washer. <br />
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In an effort to keep the size and shape, I hung the jacket to dry and in the morning, this is what I had.<br />
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I wish that it was a little more ombre. It looked a little better before I washed it. There was more of an ombre effect from the dye bleeding up the fabric. It was also a little more striking before washing. The oatmeal color at the top of the jacket was cleaner looking than the blue that is there after it was washed.<br />
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What do you think?Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-56501120899380096152011-01-03T08:00:00.002-06:002011-01-03T08:00:02.879-06:00These Boot (covers) are made for... Looks - DIY <img border="0" src="http://a2.zassets.com/images/z/1/2/2/1223706-p-DETAILED.jpg" /> Do you like these boots? Want to make something similar?<br />
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I started with two different boots (one from each pair worn at the same time no less. I am CRAZY!), a pair of fake leather pants, some elastic, some thread, and my sewing machine.<br />
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The boots I started with: <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tucked in to create another option.</td></tr>
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I put the pants on, measured the height I wanted the faux boots to be, added an extra 1"-2" for a seam allowance, and cut.<br />
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I folded the pants down and then over again to create a pocket for the elastic to go through, and sewed it in place (leave a 1" opening to run the elastic through).<br />
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I measured the elastic around where I wanted it to be on my leg and made it a little bit smaller (to hold in place).<br />
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I ran the elastic through the pocket created for it, and sewed the ends of the elastic together. I then sewed the last opening for the elastic shut.<br />
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What I would rather have:<br />
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I love the look of foldover boots.. what can I say!<br />
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I would love to go to J. Crew and see if their sizing works for me. Being a large sized large breasted but not a plus sized girl is difficult. I don't fit in Lane Bryant sized clothes. They are too big but I am borderline too big for a lot of normal sized stores. Why is that? Where is the in between? Also.. will someone please tell me where the size 10.5 went in the shoe stores? Did it get eaten? Or stolen? What the h*ll happened to it? End rant... back to sizing issues. I LOVE the clothes at Express, the Limited, and the like. I do NOT fit in their largest sizes.. or at least not often. Sometimes when the cut is meant to be baggy it works for me but not often.<br />
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Does anyone wear J. Crew? Do you know how it fits? If it weren't a danger to my empty bank account, (Why is it that I can't go into a store without purchasing something?) I would stop into the nearest store and try things on. I walked past it in the mall I was in yesterday. Any store with sequins steals my heart right now!<br />
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I would be interested in trying...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/knitstees/shortsleevetees/PRDOVR%7E33284/33284.jsp">Tissue V-neck classic tee</a></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td></tr>
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And none of those choices have sequins!!! I am shocked as well! I am on a basics kick. Or basics with a flare and we can all admit that as much as we love sequins, they are a bear in the care department. I like to be able to wear things and if I have to hand wash or dry clean them it isn't going to happen right away or often so that in itself will limit my wearing. That is why I try to carefully select my sequins.<br />
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The word tissue tends to scare me in a tshirt. Especially postbaby. To me tissue clings to all the rolls that I don't want exposed. This is NOT a bakery people. You don't want to see that and I don't want to show it to you. Do you wear tissue tees? Do you shop at J. Crew?Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-25211903778693970952010-12-30T18:12:00.001-06:002010-12-30T18:12:26.605-06:00Fashion Blogger vs MinimalistCan a fashion blogger be a minimalist?<br />
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One thing I miss about real tv. TLC's What Not to Wear. I LOVE Clinton and Stacy. I love the outfits. The shopping. The makeovers! I love it all!<br />
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PS... I would love to come play in your closet or go shopping with you!!! I can help organize/get rid or I can help add to and play up your current wardrobe.. I LOVE to shop and I am good at it. I have been known to dress everyone!Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-67370462729622033142010-12-29T20:33:00.000-06:002010-12-29T20:33:01.432-06:00Things I want for My Birthday<a href="http://www.thespoiledmama.com/products/Cocoa-and-Shea-Tummy-Butter-for-Stretch-Marks-3.html">Tummy Butter</a>... for stretch marks. I read on a forum that this stuff works.. WHO KNOWS! Have you tried it?<br />
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There are so many fun things that I would love to go buy.... if only I had the money for it.Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-34440310972797916552010-12-29T19:40:00.000-06:002010-12-29T19:40:15.504-06:00Disco Dancing... Shoes - DIYYes... My name is Jenna and I am addicted to shoes. I never have to worry about them fitting over my chest. Or my bottom being too small. (Yes I have no butt and my bottom is too SMALL for things. I think it makes up for my generous extra on top.)<br />
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Shoes fit. They just fit... yes they can be narrow or wide and yes they can be the wrong size but it is different then when clothes don't fit.<br />
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And of course I wanted them but not the $1400 or something price tag. <br />
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So I put a bottle of glitter, some modge podge, an old disco ball, some E6000 and a pair of thrifted Merona shoes to work.<br />
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Some sparkly fun shoes. Apparently these are blogger shoes. By that I mean shoes only a blogger can appreciate. Have you noticed that you are willing to wear crazier things since you joined the blogger world? I know that I wear things that I wouldn't have worn before I started reading other fashion blogs. Seeing other people wearing more outrageous things makes it seem more normal for my everyday life.<br />
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Interested in shoe DIYs. I saw a fun one over with Sydney over at the rabbit-hearted girl. Check it out <a href="http://therabbit-heartedgirl.blogspot.com/2010/12/diy-glitter-shoes.html">here. </a>Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-5392871263353601342010-12-13T12:00:00.001-06:002010-12-13T12:00:01.207-06:00Magazines and Busty Girls<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>I am starting to think that no one that works at a fashion magazine is busty. <span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>(I think the article that triggered this rant was about holiday dresses in a recent Lucky issue. Not that they are the only ones. And not that I don't like Lucky because I do. Check them <a href="http://www.luckymag.com/">out</a>. )</i></span> Why would they tell a busty girl to wear strapless anything otherwise?? I mean there are ALWAYS exceptions as there aren't RULES anymore. (IMO) But large breasted girls don't suggest strapless to other large breasted girls. <br />
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I am sorry but being busty and strapless is not normally a good combination. <span style="font-size: x-small;"><i> </i></span><br />
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Big busts and strapless means a lot of tugging, pulling, readjusting, and sometimes duct tape. <span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>(I wouldn't suggest the duct tape.) </i></span>Trust me I know. I have tried strapless bras.. semi EXPENSIVE ones even to no avail. It is hard to even FIND a strapless bra in my size without ordering online and I mean COME ON clothes are hard enough to order online and they have a LITTLE forgiveness sizewise. (I don't often succeed with blind online ordering either.)<br />
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Dresses that would be more appropriate? My suggestions...<br />
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A halter with a thick enough strap for a halter bra... very lifting.<br />
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A tank dress with thick enough straps for a supportive bra and with as much or as little coverage as you would like in the cleavage area.<br />
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A wrap dress... much more figure flattering overall with enough coverage for a good bra and the option to layer a cami under for more coverage if necessary.<br />
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Do these tips work for YOUR body type? If yes or no... why or why not?Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-69875801769729905772010-12-12T18:34:00.000-06:002010-12-12T18:34:57.168-06:00Basics - New TshirtsIn looking into my closet for basics to see I have and what I need to make my closet better and easier to work with, <a href="http://excitedfordesign.blogspot.com/2010/12/more-with-less.html"><i>(See more here.)</i></a> I see that I have a need for a GOOD basic tshirt.<br />
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I currently own and like the Mossimo Vneck Tshirts. I am in the market for a good basic tshirt.. preferably vneck.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Any suggestions? What are your favorites?</b></span>Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-74077484313608285252010-12-12T18:21:00.000-06:002010-12-12T18:21:20.849-06:00DIY - Tuxedo Chain JeansA cute & simple DIY would be a pair of tuxedo jeans. Add ribbon to the sides of jeans.<br />
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Can you glue chains to the side of jeans to make like these Diesel jeans?<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat90120&productId=1437_7955">American Eagle Slim Boot Jean</a></td></tr>
</tbody></table>I just got these for Christmas... and for the few hours that I have worn them, I am loving my new American Eagle Slim Boot jeans.<br />
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Add another pair of AE jeans to my favorites list. Check off a pair of bright wash on my wants list. Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-77605029671389851512010-12-12T16:50:00.000-06:002010-12-12T16:50:19.249-06:00More Items for My Wishlist<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9JU2wpGYHqCNRctYDYB8j8_ggq8pYNSiSxZ0zdrqTGXxyh44OGu7NP7ROEgHjnNkUdNWxnddZT5S0KqLE9aGGXQ6F7Sb9BG3cfom1p_tI9-dPIeiM971nk6t4U-UlJQw8YkMJjennxpY6/s1600/pl815444-00vliv01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9JU2wpGYHqCNRctYDYB8j8_ggq8pYNSiSxZ0zdrqTGXxyh44OGu7NP7ROEgHjnNkUdNWxnddZT5S0KqLE9aGGXQ6F7Sb9BG3cfom1p_tI9-dPIeiM971nk6t4U-UlJQw8YkMJjennxpY6/s320/pl815444-00vliv01.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div id="productNameText"><span class="productBrand">Melie Bianco</span> <span class="productName">Amelia</span></div><div id="productNameText"><span class="productName"><a href="http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=815444002&tid=plpg1r&kwid=1&ap=14">Buy Here</a> </span></div></td></tr>
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<a href="http://www.dsw.com/shoe/diba+everhart+122101+boot?prodId=208272&category=dsw12cat1000006" target="_blank">Diba Boots</a><br />
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Brown... Size 10<br />
<a href="http://www.bostonstore.com/shop/handbags-accessories/handbags/hobos/tignanello-my-military-hobo_329506.html?query=tignanello" target="_blank">Tignanello Purse</a><br />
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In Clay<br />
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I love purses and boots... just saying.<br />
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<a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/349740-REG/Canon_9612A001_NB_2LH_Rechargeable_Lithium_Ion_Battery.html">Camera Battery</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/668199-REG/Bower_RCWC1R_RCWC1R_Wireless_Shutter_Release.html" target="_blank">Camera Remote</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/12142-USA/Canon_2514A002_Normal_EF_50mm_f_1_8.html" target="_blank">Camera Lense</a> <br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>(Thanks to early Christmas you can check the lens off my list!)</i></span><br />
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And taking pictures of said purses and boots... and my Peyton Monster.Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5285133574234261497.post-82699469159460144352010-12-07T15:50:00.000-06:002010-12-07T15:50:38.921-06:00More with Less?I have been reading the interviews over <a href="http://www.bemorewithless.com/2010/the-dress-with-less-challenge/">here</a> from the<a href="http://www.bemorewithless.com/2010/minimalist-fashion-projects/"> Project 333</a> people.<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>The first link is to the interviews of Project 333 members. The second link is to the rules of Project 333.</i></span><br />
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How much do we need to live with?<br />
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I am not saying that I am in line with the Project 333 people because I am not. I am just looking into the way what they are doing is affecting my thinking and life. I have mad respect for those who can and do live with 33 items.<br />
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I have been talking and thinking lately about how many things we need in our lives. As a new mom, I realize that most of my time is going to taking care of my little girl. I also realize that I spend A LOT of time putting things away.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My closet... minimal... NO!</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Due to breastfeeding, I have been limiting my wardrobe quite severely. I have so many items that I love that I don't want to ruin. In doing this, I am realizing how many items I have that I don't even wear and how many items I have built up as a work wardrobe. I realize that a lot of people cross items into work/casual/play categories and I do this somewhat but at the same time, I don't have much need for dress pants when I am not working. I also can't normally get away with jeans in my work life. I will admit that I am a denim girl at heart. If I had the opportunity, I would live in denim 80-90 percent of the time. In the summer I need some shorts (I am not as in love with jeans shorts) and there are a few days here and there where I want to dress up a bit more but the majority of the time I don't wear anything other than my jeans. To me, that means that I should look into downsizing the other non denim clothes in my life (for now, as I am not working).<br />
At some point I am sure I will go back to work, so my question is, do I keep said dress clothes? I apparently don't buy too many FAD clothes as most of the dressy clothes that I have are already several years old. I have pants that I purchased in high school that I still wore for work this last year. Do I keep them? Sell them? Store them? Do I try the box them up out of sight for a certain amount of time and see if I need them?<br />
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I have been feeling really good about getting rid of the excess items in my life. I have a LONG way to go and I don't think I will ever have a clutter free life. (I love to many creative outlet hobbies.) If I were honest about it though, I could get rid of a lot of hobby items too as they don't get the love that they should either. Once a year for a pair of ski boots? Once a year for a baseball bat? A volleyball? They sit in a bright red garbage can in the garage the rest of the time. I am going to call them decoration. My husband calls them, "in the way". <br />
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Part of this declutter thinking has lead me to more thoughts about what I purchase... I will be posting about this soon.Passion4Fashionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15104770761475338426noreply@blogger.com1