Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Step In Time








Hat: Vintage, Thrifted
Jacket: Vintage, Thrifted
Dress: Vintage, In my shop!
Bag: Vintage, Thrifted
Boots: Vintage, Trade Me

There was a pair of boots that I bought when I first got into 90's clothes back in 2008 that were my absolute favourite. I wore them every single day, scuffing down the heels so far that I would be lopsided when I walked. I got them from a thrift store in my hometown. Eventually I of course ruined them completely and had to throw them out. 
Finally a pair, three years later popped up just last week on Trade Me and they were in my size! I don't think I have watched anything so closely and I got them for a steal too. They have been glued to my feet since. I could not be happier to be reunited with my favourite shoes and all the nostalgic memories they bring back. Especially when paired with a 50c acid wash denim jacket I got around the same time, but that's a different story!
We took these photos down the street at this lovely park in front of a huge beautiful home. I will show you that another time as the sun ruined all my pictures of it and it will look so much creepier in different weather. 
Thankfully we got there early enough this time so we could take photos before families came to take over the playground and sneak into the back of my photos. Caleb and I went to the mall after that for lunch, I lusted over a pair of clog sandals and then we went back home for my Trade Me duties.
I don't think I have mentioned my store on here before. It is on the New Zealand version of eBay called Trade Me and the dress I am wearing in this post (and now really want to keep) will be up tonight along with a bunch of other stuff you will have to pry from my stone cold hands, including my favourite high waisted 1960's swimsuit and the prettiest swiss dot ballerina dress. I plan to keep the tapestry bag for myself until guilt takes over and I list it. I have been looking for one forever and this is the perfect size!
Hello to all my new followers! I hit 200 the other day and couldn't believe it! Thank you so much for reading and I am trying my best to reply to all of your lovely comments. Also I got tagged by a few people to share some facts about me, but that will be in my next post I promise!
Posted by A Little Brighter at 9:19 PM

88 comments:

  1. SarahJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    your blog has quickly become one of my very favorites. i love this entire outfit but those boots are indeed amazing; the heel is the best part!

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  2. UnknownJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Simply love your outfit here, and your boots! Thats so amazing how you found some like the ones you loved so much before.

    Beautiful setting.

    xx Carina

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  3. GraceyJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    i'm inloved with your bag & dress :)

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    I love everything about this outfit. :)

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  5. herecomesthesunJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    I LOVE your outfit :) Beautiful hun xx

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Congrats on reaching 200. You really deserve it! I love every single one of your outfits, and this one is no exception x

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  7. Emily, Ruby Slipper JourneysJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:49 AM

    Eee, I've been looking for some boots like these, though slightly more Victorian orphan style.. and that dress is great! I might have to wander over and have a look... ; )

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  8. AnnikaJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    you are beautiful.

    http://escapetotoyland.blogspot.com/

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  9. soph // and other thingsJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    That dress is just so freaking awesome. Love this entire look (as per usual ahah). Congrats on all your followers too! yay!

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  10. Autilia AntonucciJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    You look amazing and you won't believe me but I have those exact boots !

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  11. AmandaJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    I love this dress! The little patches are so unique, I never would have expected them. Great boots as well lady :]

    xx

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  12. kate maggieJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    This outfit is amazing!! I love those boots and so happy that you found some new ones that you love just as much :) I need to get a denim shirt..asap. Thanks for inspiring always! Have a great rest of your week love. x

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  13. alexandra greccoJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    so purdy!

    xx
    Alexandra

    www.alexandragrecco.etsy.com

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  14. NeshaJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Love the shirt and the bag! <3

    You look gorgeous.

    nesha,
    http://thebuttonowl.co.uk/

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    Sooo cute!!
    xoxo

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  16. Ashley/ MILK TEETHSJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    hey lady bird,

    haha omg your comment had be going!! And I did chuckle at that giveaway bit (Gah I will NOT join your giveaway...go away!!). Anyway, I indeed was wondering what trade me was (since you reference it a lot so I figured it was a NZ thing) and it sounds cooler than ebay for sure (what does ebay even mean?). Also, those boots rule and would be glued to my feet too if I ever happened upon them at a thrift store.

    I've been following your tumblr and now ima follow your blog! followed :)

    xx
    MILK TEETHS

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  17. CharlestonJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    love love the denim involved in this outfit. so so alexa aswell

    www.pinstripeprince.blogspot.com

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  18. chingJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    oh i'm new to your blog and i love it instantly. that denim blouse is great!
    i'm your new follower.

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  19. b.January 14, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    Oh, just beautiful ! I'm awfully envious of your tapestry bag !

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  20. Kallie, Happy Honey and LarkJanuary 14, 2011 at 4:00 AM

    I love how everything works together in your outfit. Amazing dress. THe pictures are gorgeous. How does trademe work, do people actually trade??
    ps- you're one of my few readers who will get this, but I had a geocities webpage dedicated to the tribe bahaha, dont judge ok? American tv is really crappy, we just latch on to whatever we can get ;)

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  21. HoneyBunnyJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    You look so great! I love the boots and the bag<33

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  22. 6rooveJanuary 14, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    love your bag, so beautiful!

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  23. Juf Valerie CoveliersJanuary 14, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Hi girl!
    How are you?

    Your blog is very nice!
    Come check mine &. Would you like to follow each other?

    Hugs &. Kisses, Valerie
    @ screamyourfeelingsout.blogspot.com

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  24. Caroline Ergy ErgJanuary 14, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Awww, these photos are lovely! Very jealous of your dress and i want your boots, they're perfect.
    xxxxxx

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  25. Rosaspina VintageJanuary 14, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    Adorable pictures Ayesha! I loved the story of your boots, I do the same when I find the perfect pair and always end up destroying them :)
    Your shop is full of very pretty things!
    Ale
    x

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  26. LesleyJanuary 14, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    you so beautiful!

    and i LOVE those books.

    i will definitely be back. following :)


    http://lesleylavender.blogspot.com

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  27. Lonesome MamaJanuary 14, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    That's fancy as hell!

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  28. Felix CurdsJanuary 14, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    hello there! your outfit is really so cute, as is you're whole blog:) has anyone ever told you, you look a lot like zooey deschanel?

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  29. EmmaJanuary 15, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Those shoes are wonderful, not gonna lie. I have some brown ones quite similar and the sole has started coming off on one of them, I'm heartbroken! Must get it repaired before it's too late... x

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  30. UnknownJanuary 15, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    loving all those nice vintage things! the black boots are awesome!
    great blog! kisses!

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  31. Beti ♥ fashiontazjaJanuary 15, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    i love this outfit!
    your style is amazing, i'll follow!

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  32. Whoop it up!January 15, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    wow we're glad to found your blog! it's great !!!
    we follow <33

    xx, tany

    http://www.whoop-itup.blogspot.com/

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  33. Cellardoor MagazineJanuary 15, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    We really love your outfit, and that bag is just so cute x

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  34. KinseyJanuary 15, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    Fantastic outfit! I love the denim top, boots and hat! Everything looks perfect!
    very inspiring!
    I absolutely love the bag!
    it's wonderful that I found your blog!!
    -kinsey

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  35. CharlotteJanuary 16, 2011 at 3:34 AM

    I love it! The layering is very cool, I love jackets that finish just above the hem of a dress. I want to see this beautiful house, I am obsessed with old buildings.

    Charlotte from ALL TOMORROW’S PARTIES

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  36. my blog: http://mrswolf.seJanuary 16, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Thank you so much! I love this look and I can't stop thinking about how much you look like zooey.

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  37. daniela kate morosiniJanuary 16, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    congrats on the 200! i've 3 to go :) amazing outfit xx

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  38. the ineffable soulJanuary 16, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    love the shoes and this dress is gorgeous - do you ship to the uk? x

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  39. irisJanuary 16, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    Love your boots and well, your blog is amazing, you will have lots more than 200. :)
    xxx

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  40. Jenny MorrisJanuary 16, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    those look like the best boots! and im still feeling flattered by your comment about my blog becoming one of your favorites. i adore yours so much, have since the moment i laid eyes on it and commented on your layout! so thanks girl!

    FASHIONMADEMEFUNKY
    www.fashionmademefunky.blogspot.com

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  41. RhiannonJanuary 16, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    I love how this outfit is a mashup of '90s and '50s looks . . . it's so good! Your outfits always make me extra excited about spring. :)

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  42. RobynJanuary 16, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    I love it all. I usually try to pick one thing and single out why it is my favorite, but the bag dress and boots are at a dead tie.

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  43. veronika, tick tock vintage.January 17, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    love your little hat; you look adorable.

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  44. PoppyJanuary 17, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    I adore these outfits! I love the denim jacket, god I miss the 90s.

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  45. Miss MelissaJanuary 18, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    Oh my how i love your fashion sense! ^_^
    <3

    LOVE YOUR BLOG.

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  46. Flashes of StyleJanuary 18, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    That bag is GOLDEN!!! If you ever sell it, let me know hehe :) Anyways, you look fabulous as always. Perfect vintage look.

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  47. ANDWHATELSEISTHEREJanuary 18, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    like ur outfits, you really put it all well together. Keep up the good posts girl!!!!!

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  48. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    The boots are a great find! Looks great (:
    And thank you for your sweet comment!

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  49. TheklaJanuary 22, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    loveee the outfit:)x

    http://inablondeworld.blogspot.com/ check it out posted new outfit:) if you like it we can follow each other xx

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  50. EmilyJanuary 22, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    lust lust lusting this outfit, and your blog!! So glad I found it. (You look a lot like Zoe Deschanel btw!) Anyways- following you :)

    www.lovelywanderlust.com

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  51. Lady PennyworthJanuary 23, 2011 at 4:49 AM

    Gorgeous denim dress!
    http://rubytuesdaysrainydays.blogspot.com/2010/11/skys-changing-colours.html

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  52. UnknownJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    adore that bag, I'm obsessed with tapestry accessories at the moment

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  53. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    54 comments? This is SICK!!! haha... i love the outfit, very lovely. and those boots... whoa! :)

    i love your blog :)♥
    http://lifeendslovedoesnt.blogspot.com/

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  54. Dylana SuarezJanuary 23, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    You look amazing! I love your jacket!

    xoxo,

    colormenana.blogspot.com

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  55. UnknownJanuary 24, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    If I spotted your tapestry bag in a thrift store, I would have snatched it up and run to the counter! Very jealous of that amazing find.

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  56. kleinetanzfee.January 25, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    i love the way you dress! <3

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  57. MichelleJanuary 25, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    your outfits are always great:)
    visit my blog
    http://abitold-fashioned.blogspot.com/
    and if you like it please follow:)
    xx
    Michelle

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  58. I V YJanuary 26, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    your shirt is just great.

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  59. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    this outfit is amazing !


    xoxo,
    www.thelushfleet.blogspot.com

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  60. UnknownJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    love this look and your bag is gorge xxxx

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  61. Gabrielle ClayvonJanuary 28, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    I must say that it is always great to see another thrifty diva out there.
    www.thegiftofgab-gabby.blogspot.com

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  62. Inga ŽuolytėJanuary 29, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    great outfit!

    www.myglittlife.blogspot.com

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  63. MarellaJanuary 29, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    Hi dear! Amazing outfit!

    Your blog is gorgeous! Following! Follow back? <3

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  64. EevvaStyleJanuary 29, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    Amazing blog!!! I love your style:)Follow you now:)

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  65. saraJanuary 29, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    you have such a great style! i'm following you now
    xx

    www.papilloneye.blogspot.com

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  66. Whoop it up!January 29, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    wow ! love your stlye (:
    the vintage purse is awesome !!!

    http://whoop-itup.blogspot.com/

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  67. chuck n.January 29, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    love the boots!

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  68. Federico PanarelloJanuary 30, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    Really cute look. Great!!!

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  69. EnchantéJanuary 30, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    You have win an Award, because you have a wonderful Blog and I like it a lot!!

    http://sarah-enchante.blogspot.com/2011/01/hallo-alle-miteinander-ja-auch-ich-habe.html

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  70. Jazzy E (Hivenn)January 31, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    You look like one of those horror movie little really beautiful girls who eat people. x hivennn. p.s enter my vintage double camera giveaway?

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  71. Louder Than SilenceFebruary 1, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    Where are you Ayesha?! Hope all is well, I miss your posts! x

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  72. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2011 at 10:57 PM

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  73. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    oops-ies...your blog is so cute! and im seriously having some hair envy over your long locks as i recently lopped mine off. I also think that you pull off hats splendidly! i need to get the courage to become a hat person.

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  74. UnknownFebruary 2, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Love your outfit:D It looks fabulous:D And I'm crazy about your bag:D

    Stop by some time:D

    xxx

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  75. UnknownFebruary 5, 2011 at 6:16 AM

    cute blog. visit and follow me if you like
    www.newyorkfashion-sh.blogspot.com!

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  76. Shope and ShoreFebruary 5, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    You look gorgeous! I actually love those black bots, the look is so effortless. Love the bag as well! Congrats on reaching 200 followers! Im now a new follower as well! :)

    -Shope
    http://londonscloset.blogspot.com
    xoxo

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  77. KirstinFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    What a gorgeous denim jacket, I adore its perfect fit!

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  78. Agnes in WonderlandApril 19, 2011 at 1:36 AM

    Great dress ;)

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  79. NoraMay 14, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    love those pictures! ;)

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  80. UnknownJuly 3, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    Lovely outfit and lovely pictures :)

    http://iamaredhotfox-iamthewildone.blogspot.com/

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  81. AnnestGwyneddSeptember 5, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    the bag the shoes! beautiful :)
    Annest X
    http://jumperjungle.blogspot.com/

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  82. ChristalDecember 21, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    I could never thrift shoes like that here in NYC!! Wow, that's a really great find. And I just came across your blog, it's beautiful!

    Christal,
    fashion-forthesoul.blogspot.com

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  83. Annie HoDecember 30, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    great outfit! the dress is so cute and i love the floral bag!

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  84. ErinJanuary 21, 2012 at 5:39 AM

    Really love this outfit! x

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  85. Katia PellicciottaJune 18, 2012 at 1:38 AM

    AWESOME MARY POPPINS BAG!!

    www.katiapellicciotta.blgspot.com

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  86. AnonymousJuly 12, 2012 at 10:50 AM

    You remind me of Zooey Deschanel; you're stunning. Your style is so good. Love your outfits! xx

    prettyprettypenny.blogspot.com

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  87. How to Cook FashionSeptember 15, 2012 at 2:35 AM

    that dress is perfect for you! welcome to my lovely fashion blog!

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  88. Safolene November 29, 2013 at 3:39 AM

    me encanta tu blog, tu estilo es genial ;) besos

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