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kellygirl

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I haven't been feeling very fashionable lately but I feel like I have mastered looking presentable fairly consistently. I do tend to repeat a lot though : )

1.) Green dress. I love the color and print. Not sure the black trim is doing me any favors.
2.) Half Yearly Sale cardigan. I've been wearing it to death but now that I see the picture I'm thinking I should have opted for petite. Isn't it a nice spring color?
3.) Sweet Pea and jeans. My uni.
4.) Shirt dress and leggings. Yes, I checked the flow chart to make sure they were leggings and NOT pants. LOL!

Critique away and thanks for looking!

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Latest reply was from Charmian

CocoLion

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I love your uni! Very flattering. Love 1-3-4. I have to admit I'm not used to seeing shorts/crops with sweaters, maybe I just need to get used to it, but I think I'd rather see the sweater with long pants or a dress. Have I taken the joy out of your new sweater? I hope not! : )

Refugee

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The cardi in 2 is awesome. Of course I am a huge fan of long drapey cardis ( emphasis on long). I'm wondering if pegging the pants with this and a shorter cuff would give a sleeker contrast to the top and kick it up a notch.
I can see why 3 has become your uni. It looks awesome on you.

AJ

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KG, you are one fashionable MOTG! I always enjoy seeing your outfits!

Those sandals in 1 and 4 are KILLING me!! Luv em!

I see what you mean about the black trim on dress 1. Maybe it's more the placement. I've yet to find an empire waist that I find flattering on me.

Is that the draped cardi Angie recommended? It looks lovely. Have you tried it with a low contrast outfit with the killer sandals from 1 and 4?

#3 has great colors and show off your trim shape nicely!

#4 is my favorite! Polished and effortless looking!

Scarlet

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You always look fab and polished, Kelly. I actually really like 1. I don't think the black trim is bad. I LOVE 4 for some reason. It just looks so fresh. Love love love. I would like to copy this with my denim dress/tunic, but I don't have any of the other fab elements, like those killer sandals or funky bracelet.

modgrl

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You look fantastic every day! I love your looks every single day, they are great casual elegant style. I see what you mean about the green dress, but I still think it is very flattering for you.

Cilleena

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Really nice looks here, Kelly! I like all of them. My favorite is 3, it's just so perfect and so YOU. The mix of looks is so nice though. You wear a nice variety of silhouettes. Perfect small touches of accessories. I really like the bracelet in #4. I've never been one for wearing bracelets, but I'm seeing the nice finishing touch they add to an outfit. Those MM sandals are fantastic. The dark sole, the nail heads and the touch of a heel gives them an edge.

sarah

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Sweet outfits, Kelly. #1 and 4 are such great examples of how nude shoes can lengthen the leg line. And your uni is adorable on you. You *definitely* have mastered presenting a consistently stylish look ; ) You might try your lighter shoes with #2 - they might give the outfit just a bit more of a 'long look' to really rock that cardi.

Lisa

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#1-Gorgeous dress, perfect fit, the print is not overwhelming and I really like that black band detail on it, nice choice!
#2-Super new cardigan, I am a fan of long, drapey cardigans so this length does not bother me. I especially like the longer cardigan's with skinnies, no fear of exposed bums!
#3-You have a formula, work it, work it, work it, pretty pattern and colors in the top here, and I can easily see the cardigan in #2 with this top.
#4-Nice tunic look.
Overall a super week, and nothing wrong with repeating clothes. I am trying to do MORE of this with my own closet. Let's make those clothes get a work out!

christy

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These are really great outfits. I love the dress in #1 and those shoes are incredible! I can see why #3 is your go-to style, really flattering. #4 is super cute - you look absolutely adorable!

san

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You are always stylish. I love seeing your outfit posts.

Jonesy

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You look fab! I really like the dress in 1, the cardigan looks like a perfect snuggly basic, and I think 3 and 4 are terrific! Your sandals are great, though I'm not sure they can hold a candle to that outrageously awesome boot collection of yours (maybe I'm just a teeny bit sad that they will be tucked away for the summer :).

annagybe

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Also think the dress in #1 is great!

CK

Love all your looks, Kelly! (and may steal a few)

kellygirl

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Thanks, Everyone! You made my weekend with your thoughtful comments : ) Whew! So glad I don’t have to ditch the dress.
@CL: Thank you for being frank. Fear not, I still love the cardi. I’m planning on trying it with a dress next!
@Refugee: Thank you! I think you’re right about the longer sleeker capris. I have a darker pair that I can wear too--sans cuff.
@AJ: Thanks, AJ! You’re one of my fave MOTGs and I LOVE your outfit posts. Seeing your WIW’s motivated me to post a few of mine. The draped cardi is Caslon--not sure if Angie rec’d or not--I saw it in store and loved the color. I bought it to go with my white clams but I haven’t broken them out yet.
@Scarlet: Thank you. I don’t wear the shirt dress much--I think because it requires ironing. I do really like the long line it makes. I guess I shouldn’t let laziness affect my clothing choices. I felt very crisp and chic in it.
@Rita: Thank you! Fear not, I’m still going to wear the dress--black horizontal line and all!
@Cilleena: Thank you. I’ve been pretty minimal about jewelry too but I love the polish they add. Heather, Jonesy and Anna have really taught me how much those simple details add to an outfit. I can’t do scarves during the summer and bracelets seem to add just enough interest. I prefer the stretchy ones that don’t move around so much but I’m gradually adding a few bangles : )
@Sarah: Aren’t nude shoes just the bomb! Definitely one of the best things I’ve learned about at YLF. I’ve been wearing my MM almost every day--thought I’d let my Clarks have a day in the sun : ) Thanks!
@Lisa: Thank you! I’m loving the workhorses! It’s kind of nice to not have to think so hard about what to wear. I’ve managed to assemble several favorites for when I’m in a hurry. LOL about the cardi--I wore it because my blouse seemed to be shorter in the back and wanted that bum coverage!
@christyg and Anna: Thank you! Glad for the affirmation on the dress.
@San & Cindy: Thanks!
@Jonesy: Thank you! I’m kind of glad to be tucking away the boots for a bit. I know that I’ll be happy to see them come fall : ) Looking forward to a sweet reunion. In the meantime, I want to see my pedicure!

Misia

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I love #1, 3, 4, the only thing I would change maybe is the long cardi in 2, for something little shorter. And that's only because I think the bottom of the cardi is to close to the bottom of your pants, I think this would be better with longer pants, am I making any sence here, lol, I hope so!

qfbrenda

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I really like all of those. Great job!

celia

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I hadn't seen outfits from you in some time.Always so fashionable and stylish.Love the way you put outfits together.

Ornella

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I love them all. They are all so distinctive, yet so very you.
1. The dress is gorgeous on you. I see no issues with the black trim - on the contrary, it adds a bit of interest. And look what a clever background you chose for this one - serious case of garden envy here.
2. The cardi is one fab find. I love the whole look. The necklace is beautiful.
3. One word - awesome. That top is just stunning.
4. To copy asap. Simple, effective, stylish.

You really are one stylish, beautiful lady.

GGB

Love them all, but 3 is my favorite. Kelly, which of the MM are those? They are fab!

wilson

Number 3 is my favorite! The contrast of the bright cami and the top stirs my cocoa!

Freckles

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Very cute outfits, love number three.

MsMary

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Love them all, especially #3! The colors are just great and you look so slim and pretty!

Marley

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#s 3 and 4! Ahhh - I die! Just perfect on you. (You are so beautiful and you have the BEST legs.)

Angie

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I have missed your outfits, Kelly! You look amazing and every bit as fab and fashionable

kellygirl

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Thank you, Brenda, Celia, Wilson, Freckles, Mary K and Marley! I guess #3 really is my uniform--I thought it was funny how many thought it looked so “me!”
@Misia: Thank you. The front panels are long in the front and taper to just about the hip in the back. I think a shorter cardi would be better with these clams though.
@Ornela: Thank you. Glad you like my garden shot. Everything is so green because of all of the rain--felt like I really blended in! Tickled that you like #4 and can’t wait to see your version : )
@GGB: Thanks! The MM are the Hazel from last year or the year before. I got them at Nordstrom.
@Angie: Thank you. So nice of you to say--it’s nice to be missed : )

Aida

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Yay, glad to come back after a couple busy weeks away and see some of your WIWs These all look very fashionable to me! I like the dress in #1, the black bands don't bother me, though I think I want to see a darker shoe with this so all the darkness isn't up on your top half; another option with the lighter shoe would be to try a light belt over the waist band perhaps? Not sure how well that'll work. Great new cardi, would also look fun paired with your bright coral tank and some darker clams. FUN necklace in #2, too! Your uniform looks excellent, dig the bright pop of yellow in there. #4 is my favorite, LOVE the surrendered waist look here! Have you considered replacing the buttons with something light/shiny? Could be fun for spring and summer

catgirl

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You look great! I love the variation in these photos - I tend to repeat a formula until I move on to the next, but you've mixed it up here so nicely.

I have never thought of layering the Sweet Pea tops over a cami, which is why I never buy them (too much cleavage!) - you've inspired me to give the brand a try.

Anonymous

Wow, I LOVE #3, beautiful!

nicoleb

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You look fantastic in all of them but #1 is my fav! I think that dress looks great on you!

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