December 2010
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What I Wore in Review: December 2010
WhatIWore: And here we have it! An entire year in review! If you’ve missed any of the earlier months, you can click here to see it all in one place.  I wish everyone a happy and healthy 2011! It’s going to be the best year yet!  First Snow - Polka Party - Weekend Away - Five-Ten-Fifteen Studio Session - In the Navy - Snow Day - Diane’s Closet Twilight - Double Dose - Merry...
Dec 31st
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What I Wore In Review: November 2010
WhatIWore: We’re almost to the end of the year folks! It’s been a lot of fun to pull together the 2010 outfit recaps and I hope you’ve enjoyed them! Tomorrow we’ll wrap it up with December! Hooked on a Feeling - Joy in the Morning - Land of Lincoln - Nine Lives Do it Up - Sunday Antique Shopping - Blue Bell - Grab Your Girl and Go  Cozy Clothing Only - Friday...
Dec 30th
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What I Wore in Review: October 2010
WhatIWore: October was another month full of memories for me.  We took our honeymoon in Iceland, came home and moved to Indiana four days later. And I couldn’t be happier about it.  It seems strange, but living in a smaller town has been really inspiring for me. I feel at home in my own skin. Does that make sense?  Desert Rose (Nov) - Antique Hunting - Cold Snap - Blossom Repeat Repeat...
Dec 29th
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What I Wore: Freaks and Geeks
WhatIWore: When: December 29, 2010 What: Scarf: NYC street vendor Jacket: c/o ModCloth Cardigan: Target Dress (worn as a skirt): c/o ModCloth Boots: Jeffery Campbell c/o Need Supply Where: Studio, tons of errands! Why: As I was scanning my closet this morning, I saw the hem of this dress sneaking out and remembered how comfy it was the last time I wore it.  I didn’t want to repeat...
Dec 29th
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What I Wore in Review: September 2010
WhatIWore: It’s pretty easy for me to say that September was the best month of my year! I got married! Adam and I decided to move back to Indiana! I borrowed an OdlR dress, clutch and heels for a Cinderella night! It was just so joyful and happy to look back through.  Welcome Party - Garden Party - Rehearsal Dinner -  Wedding Day NY Fashion Week - Fashion Show - 99 Red Balloons -...
Dec 29th
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What I Wore in Review: September 2010
WhatIWore: It’s pretty easy for me to say that September was the best month of my year! I got married! Adam and I decided to move back to Indiana! I borrowed an OdlR dress, clutch and heels for a Cinderella night! It was just so joyful and happy to look back through.  Welcome Party - Garden Party - Rehearsal Dinner -  Wedding Day NY Fashion Week - Fashion Show - 99 Red Balloons -...
Dec 28th
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What I Wore: At Ease
WhatIWore: When: December 28, 2010 What: Cardigan: GAP Necklace: Jess LC Button up: c/o Tory Burch Belt: Goodwill Pants: Forever 21 Boots: Frye c/o Need Supply Where:  Studio Why: Along with the rest of the world, I have a bit of trouble getting up and motivated in the dark. Today I just gave in to being more casual.  I feel super military today as well with all of the olive green and my...
Dec 28th
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What I Wore in Review: August 2010
WhatIWore: All I have to say about August is that I wore the same shoes almost every day. And if not those awesome Target sandals, I was rocking my LOFT wedges. And I was finishing my book and getting really excited for my wedding! Jessica Getting Married - Bookish Type - Sweet Saturday - Summer Nights Dang! - Clean Sweep - Bachelorette - Boston Back in Business - Brooklyn Botanical Gardens...
Dec 27th
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What I Wore in Review: August 2010
WhatIWore: All I have to say about August is that I wore the same shoes almost every day. And if not those awesome Target sandals, I was rocking my LOFT wedges. And I was finishing my book and getting really excited for my wedding! Jessica Getting Married - Bookish Type - Sweet Saturday - Summer Nights Dang! - Clean Sweep - Bachelorette - Boston Back in Business - Brooklyn Botanical Gardens...
Dec 27th
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What I Wore: Third Day
WhatIWore: When: December 27, 2010 What: Coat: Calvin Klein via Marshall’s Turtleneck: Zara Necklace: Corvus Noir Skirt: thrifted, orig. Anthropologie Leggings: Target Boots: Modern Vintage via Gilt Where: Studio, getting back into the groove Why: First - a fun fact! Did you know that the twelve days of Christmas actually begin on Christmas day?  If I’m doing my math right,...
Dec 27th
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What I Wore in Review: July 2010
WhatIWore: As I read through these posts, I see myself complaining about the final (hot) days of summer and wishing for cooler temperatures.  For those of us who live with four seasons, I suppose we’ll always feel that way. Itching for Spring come Winter and tired of heat during the dog days of Summer. I’m going to do my best to embrace a super cold and (hopefully) snowy winter this...
Dec 24th
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Guest Post: New American Style
I’ve asked my fellow Midwesterner and blogger, Cary Randolph to share a guest post on American style.  This girl has got. it. down.  American style is self-made. It’s borrowed. From your boyfriend, your ancestors, your favorite movie star. It’s a wool peacoat from the Army-Navy and the slinkiest stiletto heel. American style is rooted in history: for every Norwegian sweater...
Dec 23rd
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What I Wore in Review: June 2010
WhatIWore: June 2010 was one hot month! I kept things pretty simple and threw in a bunch of color to keep things fun. What do you think? Roman Holiday - Chambray Dreams - Name It and Win It - To the Fashion Show Happy Hour - Too Hot to Trot - Midtown Meeting - Give and Take Takin It Back - Sunny Side Up - Pattern Play - Homecoming  Like a Breeze - Into the Woods - Purple Rain - Beach Baby To...
Dec 22nd
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What I Wore: Total Eclipse of the Heart
WhatIWore: When: December 20, 2010 What: Hat: vintage, thrifted Necklace: Tina Tang, gift Blouse: c/o ModCloth Cardigan: thrifted, overdyed Skirt: Forever 21 Tights: ?? Coat: Calvin Klein via Marshall’s Shoes: c/o Pierre Hardy for GAP Where: Dinner Why: Well, I’m just going to start with my favorite part of this outfit - the velvet turban style hat that I picked up from a...
Dec 21st
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What I Wore in Review: May 2010
WhatIWore: When I look back at May, I definitely see a turn towards much more casual outfits.   As my fellow fashion bloggers understand, when you’re super busy, sometimes your outfit photos (and outfits in general) just take the back seat.  But that’s life! I still feel pretty great about being able to make casz dressing so fun. Which makes me want to know… Is there a time...
Dec 21st
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What I Wore: Total Eclipse of the Heart
WhatIWore: When: December 20, 2010 What: Hat: vintage, thrifted Necklace: Tina Tang, gift Blouse: c/o ModCloth Cardigan: thrifted, overdyed Skirt: Forever 21 Tights: ?? Coat: Calvin Klein via Marshall’s Shoes: c/o Pierre Hardy for GAP Where: Dinner Why: Well, I’m just going to start with my favorite part of this outfit - the velvet turban style hat that I picked up from a...
Dec 21st
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What I Wore in Review: May 2010
WhatIWore: When I look back at May, I definitely see a turn towards much more casual outfits.   As my fellow fashion bloggers understand, when you’re super busy, sometimes your outfit photos (and outfits in general) just take the back seat.  But that’s life! I still feel pretty great about being able to make casz dressing so fun. Which makes me want to know… Is there a time...
Dec 21st
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What I Wore: Christmas Shopping
WhatIWore: When: December 19, 2010 What: Hat: self made Button up: J.Crew (men’s) Sweatshirt: c/o GAP Jeans: c/o Mavi Boots: Jeffery Campbell c/o Need Supply Where: Into work with my mom, Holiday shopping Why: It might be possible that I wear this exact same outfit almost everyday over the next week. I just love it that much.  And upon seeing the tails of my shirt stick out of my...
Dec 20th
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Blue Lagoon Review
WhatIWore: When the folks over at Blue Lagoon asked me if I’d be up to review a couple of products, I jumped at the chance.  If you’ve been reading WIW for a while, you might remember that Adam and I went to Iceland for our honeymoon and spent an entire day relaxing at the Blue Lagoon and it was so. much. fun. I was sent: Silica Mud Mask - This was my favorite product of the...
Dec 20th
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What I Wore in Review: April 2010
WhatIWore: April was a really great month for me and just like with March, I remember so much about what was happening in my life when I flip back through these photos.  Like Look Good Feel Good - that was the first meeting I had with Random House. Or the dinner party I threw for friends the day of the Magnolia post.  And then there was Paris… School Spirit Day - Tempus Fugit - Band of...
Dec 20th
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What I Wore in Review: April 2010
WhatIWore: April was a really great month for me and just like with March, I remember so much about what was happening in my life when I flip back through these photos.  Like Look Good Feel Good - that was the first meeting I had with Random House. Or the dinner party I threw for friends the day of the Magnolia post.  And then there was Paris… School Spirit Day - Tempus Fugit - Band of...
Dec 20th
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What I Wore: Christmas Shopping
WhatIWore: When: December 19, 2010 What: Hat: self made Button up: J.Crew (men’s) Sweatshirt: c/o GAP Jeans: c/o Mavi Boots: Jeffery Campbell c/o Need Supply Where: Into work with my mom, Holiday shopping Why: It might be possible that I wear this exact same outfit almost everyday over the next week. I just love it that much.  And upon seeing the tails of my shirt stick out of my...
Dec 19th
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Week in Review
WhatIWore: I’ve been receiving Barbie ornaments for the past 20 years from my parents and uncle Walt as Christmas gifts. I love them!  We went to NYC over the weekend and took zero photos. Luckily, I ran into Mr. Newton who took this photo! And then came back to a lot of snow. I stayed home! Next I got all Annie Hall and wore a long camel coat. I posted Tuesday’s outfit on...
Dec 17th
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What I Wore: Merry Merry
WhatIWore: When: December 17, 2010 What: Hat: Anthropologie Coat: Calvin Klein via Marshall’s Scarf: TJMaxx giftbag Dress: self designed and made Tights: Target Shoes: c/o Pierre Hardy for GAP Bag: c/o Ellington Handbags Where: Studio and Birthday Date Night! Why: Have you ever tried to wash your hair with something other than shampoo? Like your house is freezing so you’re not...
Dec 17th
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Dec 16th
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What I Wore in Review: March 2010
WhatIWore: Once the weather gets nicer, it’s a lot easier to get outside for photos. There were so many lovely days this past March too (and some of my favorite outfits of the year!) Your favorite? Kiss Kiss Bang Bang - In Wonderland - Spring has Sprung - Kick Started Vermont - In the Navy - March 16 - SoHo Shopping MYNY Part I - Chillier Side of Spring - Creamsicle - On the Waterfront...
Dec 16th
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Dec 16th
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As Seen On...
WhatIWore: Although I didn’t take any outfit pictures while I was in New York, I did bump into Mr. Newton strolling down Bedford Ave in Brooklyn and he grabbed a couple of shots! So excited to see this on Refinery29 this morning! Thanks guys!
Dec 16th
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What I Wore: Double Dose
WhatIWore: When: December 16, 2010 What: Coat: vintage, e-bay Turtleneck: Zara Scarf: TJMaxx giftbag Skirt: vintage, Beacon’s Closet Leggings: Target Boots: Hunter via CUSP Where: Studio Why: How does one really go about wearing two clashing leopard patterns at once? I guess like this!!  I knew I was going to wear my warmest coat today (vintage for the win!) and I just felt like...
Dec 16th
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What I Wore: Twilight
WhatIWore: When: December 14, 2010 What: Shades: Urban Outfitters Scarf: TJMaxx Giftbag Blouse: vintage (??) Banana Republic Cardigan: GAP Belt: c/o LOFT Jeans: c/o Mavi Boots: Nine West (gift) Where: Studio, meetings Why: This is an example of an outfit that just happened because time ran out. I love the layering of the black printed blouse with the olive cardigan and the double wrap...
Dec 15th
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What I Wore in Review: February 2010
WhatIWore: Moving onwards to February 2010. When I look back at these photos, I think it’s really interesting to see how I repeat poses (like the center two photos on the top and middle rows). I guess we all just fall into what feels right.  White Winter Hymnal - Delightful Dozen - Career Girl - IFB Conference My Funny Valentine- Running Around - White Out - Ruby Red Beach Comber- Black...
Dec 15th
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What I Wore in Review: February 2010
WhatIWore: Moving onwards to February 2010. When I look back at these photos, I think it’s really interesting to see how I repeat poses (like the center two photos on the top and middle rows). I guess we all just fall into what feels right.  White Winter Hymnal - Delightful Dozen - Career Girl - IFB Conference My Funny Valentine- Running Around - White Out - Ruby Red Beach Comber- Black...
Dec 15th
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What I Wore: Twilight
WhatIWore: When: December 14, 2010 What: Shades: Urban Outfitters Scarf: TJMaxx Giftbag Blouse: vintage (??) Banana Republic Cardigan: GAP Belt: c/o LOFT Jeans: c/o Mavi Boots: Nine West (gift) Where: Studio, meetings Why: This is an example of an outfit that just happened because time ran out. I love the layering of the black printed blouse with the olive cardigan and the double wrap...
Dec 15th
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Weekly Wrap
WhatIWore: I’ve been receiving Barbie ornaments for the past 20 years from my parents and uncle Walt as Christmas gifts. I love them!  We went to NYC over the weekend and took zero photos. Luckily, I ran into Mr. Newton who took this photo! And then came back to a lot of snow. I stayed home! Next I got all Annie Hall and wore a long camel coat. I posted Tuesday’s outfit on...
Dec 15th
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What I Wore: Diane's Closet
WhatIWore: When: December 15, 2010 What: Coat: c/o Style by Marina Scarf: TJMaxx giftbag Hat: c/o Obey Jeans: J. Brand via Gilt Shoes: c/o Pierre Hardy for GAP Where: Studio Why: There’s something so seventies about pairing a long camel coat with a floppy brimmed hat like this - then add those ultra flared jeans and I’m seriously thinking I fell into Diane Keaton’s...
Dec 15th
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FEED USA and GAP Giveaway
WhatIWore: It’s giveaway time again! I’m partnering with GAP and FEED to give away a FEED USA 100% cotton tote. For every bag sold, GAP is donating $5 to fight hunger in the US. To Enter: Visit the GAP Want page on Facebook and add them to your ‘Likes’ (and when you’re there, make sure to “like” a specific video for another $1 donated to the charity mentioned.) ...
Dec 15th
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What I Wore in Review: January 2010
WhatIWore: It’s kind of amazing to me how I can look at a photo of an outfit and remember exactly what I did that day, how I felt, what the weather was like… all of it.  It’s especially fun for me go month by month back over my archives to pull together a review of 2010.  I hope you enjoy it too!  First up - January! I’d love to hear which one is your favorite! ...
Dec 14th
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What I Wore: Snow Day!!
WhatIWore: When: December 13, 2010 What: Faux Fur/Knit Vest: Piace Sweater: Old Navy Skirt: Vintage Necklace: c/o ModCloth Boots: Frye c/o Need Supply Where: No Where! It’s a snow day! Why: Last night we flew into the middle of a gusty winter storm after multiple delays.  We took it extra slow getting home and it made for a pretty long day of travel. While watching all of the 2 hour...
Dec 13th
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Weekly Wrap
WhatIWore:   I guess you could say I’ve always had a thing for red tights. Above, my brother and I at Christmas ‘86. Over the weekend, I remixed my basics. Then I got all cozy in my favorite Icelandic sweater.  Wednesday I went for colorful. And yesterday I broke out tone on tone tights and shoes. One of my friends is almost done with her major renovation! I love her house! In...
Dec 10th
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What I Wore: In the Navy
WhatIWore: When: December 9, 2010 What: Coat: c/o Coach Sweater: Zara Skirt: vintage, Beacon’s Closet Tights: We Love Colors Shoes: c/o ModCloth Where: Studio Why: Wearing opened toed shoes on an 8 degree morning is like… 95% dumb, but 5% not because a) we drive into work and I got dropped off right in front of the building and b) because I just got these shoes in the mail...
Dec 10th
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What I Wore: Studio Session
WhatIWore: When: December 8, 2010 What: Sweater: Zara Scarf: TJMaxx giftbag Dress: H&M Tights: Target Boots: Jeffery Campbell c/o Need Supply Where: Studio Why: I really can’t resort to only wearing jeans and sweaters every single day.  I haven’t worn this dress much lately, but it was a favorite of mine two years ago. It’s just one of those keep it simple type...
Dec 9th
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Emma Stine Giveaway
WhatIWore: It’s the time of year when it’s almost a requisite to add a little glitz to your look.  I’m partnering up with Emma Stine to give away two (TWO!) $50 gift cards for some Holiday sparkle.  Above, something fancy that caught my eye.  To Enter: Visit the Emma Stine facebook page and add them to your ‘Likes’ Comment on What I Wore with the piece...
Dec 8th
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What I Wore: Five-Ten-Fifteen
WhatIWore: When: December 7, 2010 What: Coat: Marshall’s Sweater: souvenir from Iceland Jeans: c/o Mavi Gloves: c/o LOFT Boots: Vintage Scarf: TJMaxx Giftbag Shades: Beacon’s Closet Where: Studio Why: When we headed into work yesterday (and to take these photos), it was a chilly 15 degrees out! Man. That first really hard cold snap will hit ya!  We’ve also been away from...
Dec 8th
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What I Wore: Weekend Away
WhatIWore: When: December 4, 2010 What: Sweater: Piace Tee: GAP Jeans: c/o Mavi Boots: Vintage Where: Running errands with Adam Why: Sometimes the most simple possible combination is really the best.  These four items continue to be easy going weekend pieces for me - both together and combined in other ways. After the jump, see all the sweater, boots and tee remixed. Sweater: Gone...
Dec 7th
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Best of What I Wore: December 2009
WhatIWore: I’m out of town this weekend to be with my family.  No new post today, so instead I bring my new readers a glimpse of what I wore last December. I spy more than a few items that I need to pull out of boxes. The Cat’s Out of the Bag, Dec 2 Golden Girl, Dec 3 Double the Fun, Dec 15 Birthday Baby Part II, Dec 21 More Parties! Dec 26 City Girl, Dec 10 Have a great weekend!...
Dec 3rd
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What I Wore: Polka Party
WhatIWore: When: December 2, 2010 What: Cardigan: c/o ModCloth Blouse: c/o ModCloth Boots: gift Necklace: Elma Blint Gloves: c/o Coach Jeans: c/o Mavi Where: Studio Why: I’ve been a polka dot loving fool for at least ten years.  That was when I attempted my first garment sewing project (I had been making purses prior) with a polka dotted little A line skirt. I’m so mad at...
Dec 2nd
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What I Wore: First Snow
WhatIWore: When: December 1, 2010 What: Peacoat: Target Jean Jacket: c/o Mavi Button up: J. Crew men’s Pants: Forever 21 Boots: Frye c/o Need Supply Where: Studio Why: Whenever I wake up to snow, especially the first snow, I know that my outfit will be headed in a casual direction. I’ve also just joined a gym and I am so sore from my past two workouts, that I knew I wanted to...
Dec 1st
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