Monday, July 9, 2012

crazy for coral

Blouse- Allegro Clothing (worn like this); Jeans, Scarf, Shoes & Bracelet- Thrifted; Ring- H&M; Earrings- The Bay
 

I'm excited to link up to Inspiration Monday today as it's been a while since I've participated. I may not be as curvy as sexy Modern Family (love that show!) actress Sofia Vergara but I sure love coral as much as she does (doesn't look like it in the pictures but my blouse is a pinky coral). 


As promised, after a very busy Saturday, I spent Sunday relaxing.  I stayed in my pjs until dinner-time (I don't think I've done that since High School!) and only got dressed because we were going out for my man's b-day supper with friends.  I slept-in until almost noon, watched 6 episodes of Real Housewives of Orange County (my guilty pleasure), painted my nails and had a leisurely bubble bath.  It was heavenly!

Last time I wore these thrifted Chinese Laundry snakeskin sandals they gave my feet awful blisters and today the sole started to fall apart so I think it's time to say goodbye to these beauties!
 I was having a bad hair day so piled a couple of Fräulein- esque braids on top of my head.  I like how simple the hair style is and you will definitely be seeing variations of this in future blog posts!

19 comments:

  1. You look lovely. I will have a drink of wine for your shoes! No matter what they have to feel good and I've had my share of pinchers! Have a good week!

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  2. I love your take on the inspiration photo, still bright but very chic with the scarf. And the braids totally rock.

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  3. Thanks for your sweet comment and for following! Love your interpretation of the look. That scarf is gorgeous! ;) I am loving the braids these days - so easy and cute for hot summer days!

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  4. Gorgeous top! I love it! And I love your braids. I wish I had long hair sometimes!

    Your Sunday sounds like a dream! I would love to have a day like that!

    Bummer about the shoes!

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  5. Thank you so much for visiting my blog and for commenting. I love the color of your top! Your nail polish matches so well. Too bad about your shoes falling apart. I had that happen the other day. Luckily they totally fell apart just as I arrived home from an outing! Maybe we can follow each other?

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  6. emily, great that you relaxed. i like all the bottom details & the back of your coral blouse! lovely scarf, that adds a level of dynamic. adore your hair in the braids. so glad you're tossing those evil blister fall apart shoes! :)

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  7. The scarf really sets off this outfit - love it teamed with the coral top. Smashing x

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  8. sounds like a perfect day and it makes me dream about my own bath which I don't have.. yet. and how gorgeous is the colour of your blouse! I also love the scarf. beautiful pattern!

    Maiken,
    Maikeni blogi - part of me

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  9. Emily, I was taken by you braids and lovely coral blouse. I know you are tired of hearing this but your nails and hands are so gorgeous. I have to go check out the braids now. I am in my pjs a lot all day since I work in the evening...you should do this more often. Dawn suitcase vignettes xo

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  10. So many things to like...your flippin awesome braids, that gorgeous scarf, the fun details on your shirt...and I love coral on you!

    <3 Cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

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  11. i thought the shirt was pretty already, but then i saw the back. i love the details! and your hair looks pretty amazing! i had that happen to a pair of my shoes, too...the problem with buying thrifted shoes!

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  12. Coral is such a pretty color. It always lifts you up and is great for any skin tone. You look great Emily! :D
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  13. That blouse is so gorgeous on you! And your braids are so cute. Can my hair just be long yet?

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  14. So cute! I love this beautiful shirt and that gorgeous scarf. It really is a stunning look!

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  15. great shirt and i am loving the milkmaid braids
    brett

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  16. Im in love with this scarf. I have a pair of chinese laundry kitten heels and they have lasted for ever but theyre over due to be scrapped...I don't want to get rid of my pair either...

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  17. Love the hair! I haven't slept in til noon in years. That must have been so relaxing and wonderful. I'm very pleased that you're taking your "Emily time" so seriously. :)

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  18. Aww, I'm glad you were able to have a lazy day. We all deserve one every once in a while!! You look lovely. That shade is beautiful on you!! But of course, with your stunning complexion, I think every shade I've seen you in looks beautiful. ;)

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  19. Ahhh sleeping till noon and the real housewives of orange county, great way to spend a lazy Sunday morning/afternoon. You really nailed this inspiration Monday look, it's spot on! I love that blouse, the colours great an so is the shape!

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One of my daily joys is reading the lovely comments you leave. It may take a day or two (or three, depending on how hectic life gets!) but I will stop by your slice of the blogosphere soon! xo Emily