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Friday, June 17, 2011

outfit post: Short-n-Sweet

It's been an incredible, busy, sea-change sort of week. I am wiped-out, and wordless. Sacramento is serving up its signature summer heat, but I am unfazed- I just pared down my outfit to a whisper of a dress, which is actually a vintage navy swiss dot skirt, hiked up and worn muu-muu style.




Little navy blue with white trim shorts were worn for modesty sake. Keeping it simple, I wore my red knit hat to cover my now rather alarmingly unruly growing out hair, fave heart sunnies, white brogues and this vintage souvenir totes regaling old New Orleans.  Which is for sale by the way, $30 bucks including shipping, if in the United States.
Message me at shop@shopthecitizen.com if interested.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!
For Sale: $30 includes domestic shipping

42 comments:

  1. KimiJune 17, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    Thank you for just inspiring me to hike up a certain midi skirt that's been bothering me at it's intended length. As always, your heart-shaped sunnies are the bomb.

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  2. A BRIT GREEKJune 17, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    Loving this look on you along with the pop of red!
    The sunnies are dead cute with this outfit too.
    Have a brilliant weekend Bella!
    x.o.x.o

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  3. mispapelicosJune 18, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    What a brilliant idea, Bella.You pull off that skirt-dress like no one.
    I am loving the background of your pics.
    Mil besos.
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  4. The Holly Rivers ShowJune 18, 2011 at 1:43 AM

    it looks a bit sunnier where you are than gloomy old rainy London...i have had no occasion for my heart sunnies yet!

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  5. Lakota [Faith Hope and Charity Shopping]June 18, 2011 at 2:18 AM

    It's so grey here - glad someone is having the weather they're supposed to in, you know, Summer. I have new dresses and am sitting inside debating putting the central heating on. Love your Lolita shades!

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  6. Alexis of NorthOnHarperJune 18, 2011 at 2:55 AM

    One of my fav color combos--- just so classic!!! And I love the skirt as a dress- stilllooking for the right skirt to do it with!

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  7. UnknownJune 18, 2011 at 3:21 AM

    Fantastic. How do you make something so simple look so stylish? You are awesome Bella!

    Sarah xxx

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  8. dcresiderJune 18, 2011 at 4:29 AM

    So cute. You should frame this shot.

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  9. The Semi SweetJune 18, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    Such a beautiful look Bella!! I love that tote bag too. If I wasn't on such a huge budget I'd buy it!!

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  10. Anika http://www.byanika.comJune 18, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    To be standing on a corner, heart beating faster, waiting for you, and then I turn around and see you walking towards me, skirt-dress, heart sunnies and that face. You are so beautiful Bella, I feel you! Love, Anika

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  11. Any Second NowJune 18, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    You look ADORABLE! Love the cut and the flow of the dress.

    I am also up in San Diego at an ungodly time, and checking out blogs. It's starting to get hot out here, too som I'm going to do the same thing and start breaking out sundresses and such. Yay for Cali summers!

    xoxo
    Cyrillynn

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  12. GRIT AND GLAMOURJune 18, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    Cute! There's no way that could ever qualify as a muumuu. I'm glad you wore shorts, though. Sometimes I do the same. It's a huge tease and so comforting knowing your flimsies won't be on display with the next gust of wind!

    xo

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  13. ShybikerJune 18, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    I love the ingenuity of fashion-bloggers. Wearing a skirt for a dress! What's next? Wearing socks as mittens?!

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  14. ElleJune 18, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    Love it- simple and sweet for the hot hot weather we've been having- definitely better than my polyester/rayon work pants hahaha.

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  15. UnknownJune 18, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    I've been thinking of hiking up my vintage skirts and wearing as dresses, and now I'm definitely inspired to do so! Love the navy, white, and red. Such a cool casual look gorgeous Bella!

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  16. Pearl WestwoodJune 18, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    I always do that too, hike up a skirt into a dress! This is a great summer outfit, you almost make me feel warm as I sit here in the rain with a hot cup of tea ha ha xxx

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  17. AnonymousJune 18, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    Love it! That's a great place to for photos too!

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  18. AnonymousJune 18, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    OMG!!! I LOVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE THIS OUTFIT. Can you see my enthusiam? I'm totally going to steal this look for tonight.

    ps. thank you so much for voting and sharing for me Bella. You're the best.

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  19. RosalindJune 18, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Ah, I love that trick of simply hitching up an elasticated skirt to make an instant dress. Looking good, especially in front of that fine backdrop. Makes me wish I too was wafting around in something very summery.

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  20. Style Chic 360June 18, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    I love this look it is so comfy, simply but oh so chic! I love the simplicity and effortless style. Love those oxfords too! FAB!

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  21. BonBon Rose Girls KristinJune 18, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    I'm right there with you! This heat is zapping my energy. Love that little frock on you!

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  22. Pull Your Socks Up!June 18, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Gorgeous Bella - how do you do it? You slip on some shorts, hoick up your skirt and you look bloody marvellous!! So cool and fresh for a hot day in Sac - lurve the bag lovely!! Your hair's growing so fast! Such a great haircut. Enjoy your Sunday:))) xo

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  23. Stephanie LoudmouthJune 18, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Cute skirt-turned-mini-dress! :)

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  24. WendyBJune 18, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    I think no one looks as adorable in heart sunglasses as you!

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  25. OfeliaJune 18, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    You look very cool and Summery!
    Love the background art.

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  26. UnknownJune 19, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    perfect summer outfit! and i love getting multiple uses out of a piece such as the skirt/dress! very cool :-)

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  27. VixJune 19, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    That's such a perfect humid day outfit and the red beret just tops it all off to perfection. You are so cute it hurts. x

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  28. Anupriya DGJune 19, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Perfect way to brave the summer heat, my dear Bella! Love the touch of red to the navy & white - quite nautical, I must say! :)

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  29. HelgaJune 19, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    So fresh and breezy!!! Love that tote!!!
    xxx

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  30. FASHION TALESJune 19, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Love that rocking summer look & bag. I like wearing a few skirts as dresses as well! Looking stylish & fresh lady - navy & white really is special.

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  31. Bethany HeronJune 19, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    I love your style & your tattoos :) x

    http://stylefashionvintagebaby.blogspot.com

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  32. Best Of Palm BeachJune 19, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    Adore this outfit from top to bottom!!!! love, love, love!!

    Veronica

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  33. AnonymousJune 19, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    The skirt looks perfect for warm, warmer, warmest days!

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  34. UN-stitchedJune 19, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    You look stunning as usual Bella! Love the background too. I love getting to see little bits of your surroundings in your pics. A skirt turned dress...I must do that!
    xo Christine
    http://un-stitched.com/

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  35. Beautifully InvisibleJune 19, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Why is it I never think to wear a skirt as a dress? I do the opposite sometime and wear a dress as a skirt, but you have just inspired me to look at my closet in a new way!

    This looks super cute on you. I don't get the muumuu vibe at all and the hat just brings it together perfectly.

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  36. My Heart BloggedJune 19, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    You look great in your mini skirt turned dress. I love the fresh white shoes with it.

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  37. MartaJune 20, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    again, you inspired me! such a simple idea, but what an outcome! great!
    Marta

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  38. MetsyJune 20, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Yes... that seals it. I am boring. LOL You look so cute!

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  39. The Closet ShopperJune 20, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    That is SO Barbara! You look amazing.

    xoxo,
    Tracy

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  40. The Foolish AestheteJune 20, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Wonderful trick with the skirt, and I love your red-blue combos. Amazing backdrop too. To your note on my blog: yes, I do take all the photos (unless otherwise noted) on my blog. Enjoy the summer heat xxx

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  41. Kara EndresJune 21, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Cool tote! I like this look with the dress and hat- just the right amount of nautical. And those sunnies are great :)

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  42. EJune 21, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Aw, I love this adorable nautical look! And that tote!!

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