We took pictures of my outfit in record time today: 7 minutes. Oh yes. That's efficiency. But really it was because cars kept passing through the alley way where we were shooting and I was getting nervous. Like sweaty nervous. And that's never good. The last car just stopped and stared at us and I awkwardly side stepped out of frame back to our car. Maybe they were just waiting to take pictures for their outfit today, I sure hope so. Or maybe their car stalled out and they needed us to jump them. They were waving their hands and yelling help...
Anyways, back to me. I've been thinking a lot about cobalt blue and what I could do with it. (Total "Waiting for Guffman" reference -- anyone catch it?) As I was drowsily fumbling through my closet this morning I stumbled upon this top and remembered I had a pair of tights that matched perfectly. I had to go through a few versions of skirts before I got the right one. This skirt came to me by way of my mother. She has an enviable skill of finding gems on sale. I believe this skirt was $20? Outrageous. It's also a size too small. Hey -- you win some and you lose some and I never turn down free.
Speaking of blue, did you ever see that Arrested Development episode where Tobias wants to join the Blue Man Group and so he paints himself blue? Well I feel like him today.
There's got to be a better way to say that.
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Love your shoes. Your review of the F21 shoes (and you always looking so darn cute in them) convinced me to buy them. I'm anxiously awaiting their arrival. I keep putting together outfits and thinking, "this would look awesome with those shoes!"
Oh goodness, Arrested Development was/is my absolute favorite show! It was hilarious and yes, Tobias constantly making (unintentional?) references to his homosexuality was one of the best sources of that hilarity.
But to comment on your outfit - I love the blue! Normally I'd think something that matched so well was juvenile but I really like this entire combination. I also like that most of it comes from Target. Just another example of not having to spend a fortune to look fabulous!
Love AD! Still hopin' for a movie. This look makes me want cobalt tights even more. And I have not seen ruffles so lovely at Target and must get myself back over there (have a $10 gift card, which only means I'm going to spend too much beyond that...oh no).
Oh wow, I LOVE this idea of continuing the color of your top with your tights, it's such a nice little visual trick. You look fantastic, and an Arrested Development reference/video is always personally appreciated :)
That is FUN! I just bought a pair of cobalt heels, and seeing your blue inspired outfit makes me wish I had the tights and shirt to match! Not really, that would be too blue. But still, it's an idea. Love your site!
I could never rock this like you do! So darling!
Oh my gosh, I just came to your blog from adored austin and I LOVE it!
What a pretty outfit -- love the ruffly top and skirt.
I love Arrested Development --- I can't wait for the movie version!
- JoAnn, Sidewalk Chalk
I love the outfit. I love that top. I love Aressted Development. I hate skirts that are a size too small, though on you it's impossible to tell, but I bet you were uncomfortable.
Love this! I have the same skirt but have never styled it like this. Definitely am going to do so before the weather gets warm!
Ah, I love Arrested Development.
Cute blue get up today!
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I adore that episode! And really? That skirt is too small? I was just going to say that it is really slimming, and a nice fit. Also, I love the way it breaks up the blue.
Isn't it fun when you realize your bright tights have a mate? Those blues are marvelous together.
making a reference and then even included the video to that part in arrested development just totally made my day. I love that show so much! That movie better come out soon!! Love the blue tights. I think I have the same ones. I think I might need to wear them now as well...
Ah... blue man group. Classic. Once again you get a free pass from me for wearing coloured tights because you look good. Aren't you lucky?
This outfit is creative and cute. I have a pair of royal blue tights just like yours...now I need a blue shirt to match!
HAHAHAHAHAHA.
thank you a million times over for that laugh. great way to start what i thought was thursday, but turns out its friday. I would be more TGIF, but that means I didn't do things I was supposed to do yesterday.
in other news, you are rocking the crap out of the blue. love.
just started to following your blog - and i love your quirky style :) FANTASTIC blue tights. i love em because they're bright enough to be creative yet neutral enough to serve as a base to the outfit.
xo.
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'waiting for guffman' is one of my favorites! ..."i'll always have a place at the dairy queen!"
this entry made me laugh so hard! i love cobalt blue + arrested development!
Oh, I did a blue on blue outfit a few days ago! It's a fun combo to play with!
I love the blue of this outfit, it looks gorgeous! That skirt doesn't even look like it's too small for you.
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i absolutely looove that blue shirt! what a gorgeous color. also--love the reference to arrested development! the visual of blue tobias in his denim cut-offs definitely made my day!
love this - you are continually helping change my perception of coloured tights. plus, that wall behind you is kind of crazy, or is just me?
This outfit is to die for! Cobalt blue is my favorite color and I'm always looking for ways to work it into my wardrobe! Also, Arrested Development is my favorite show and that episode is hilarious. You have the best style and not to mention you find the coolest places to shoot in! Love your blog!
-Megan
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hello there! just found your blog and it is darling. i love it. i feel we are freinds already! ha. the dorkines of blogging. however, your outfits are stunning and i love your style. we could very easily share a closet.
loves!
britt
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I'm diggin' the blue on blue look! You totally rocked this outfit today! :)
LOVE the pairing of the cobalt blue with the b/w skirt.
ps. found your blog via the new media fashion bruch website... I'm going too! yay fellow austin fashion blogger.
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love the blue tights
Hi! I'm a new follower, and I just wanted to tell you how cute you are and how adorable your blog is. Hope you can come by and visit mine sometime! :)
I just adore this! I never would have thought to combine two pieces of such vibrant blue with that lovely skirt, but I absolutely LOVE the result!
Love this blue on blue look! I used to do that with red all the time! I just got some bright yellow tights.. maybe I'll try it with my yellow top... haha! That video cracks me up.
Beautiful outfit! I love ruffles, but I love CHEAP ruffles even more, so kudos on the Target blouse : )
And blue is my favorite color this week! I just love it every time I see it.
great tights!
love love love this outfit!! that blue is so lovely for this time of year. it's like...a refreshing blue, with a hope of spring, instead of the normal winter blue: navy. You look so great in this outfit!
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I just discovered your blog the other day after you were featured on Adored Austin, and I absolutely love it! Wish I could re-create every outfit you post! :)
I actually have this Loft skirt, so I can't wait to try to pair it with some blue.
I absolutely love your blog !!! i am kinda the opposite -from a teeny town to a kinda large town ! Your style is really great !
Just found your blog and totally love it - including your awesome "About Me". I feel the same way...moved from a big city to a small town a little over a month ago. Engaged. No babies. Haha.
-Celine (flnw.blogspot.com)
This is one of my favorites. Love the ruffles, and the blue and black and blue
I love that you added in Tobias from Arrested Development! My favorite show of all time! I just blogged about pops of color including this crimson blue! Check it out:
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Oooh la la! What a picture-perfect outfit! You've been on my blog roll for awhile now and now I'm 'following' you. :D I've really enjoyed your blog for awhile now!
Hi, I've been a follower through bloglovin' for some time now and I just had to say how much I adore this outfit, it's perfect!! :)
xoxo from Croatia, Europe..
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