Sunday, June 10, 2012

Wardrobe Diaries: Coral and Cognac

I love visiting the playground with my girls and this weekend they had the pleasure of having dad there  with them. It's not often we get to visit the playground as a family and on rare occasions that we do, it makes it all the more special. Actually being a soldier, my husband isn't around for much of anything. He's missed both my pregnancies and the first three months of life for both daughters. He's missed our older daughter's first birthday and he'll probably miss our second daughter's too. We've been together now for six years and he hasn't been home once for his own birthday. He works 15 hour days, seven days a week when he's deployed and when Stateside he gets up at 5am everyday no complaints. I am constantly amazed by the dedication of all soldiers and the strength of their family.

This outfit was perfect for chasing after the kids. It's bright and cheery, comfortable and lightweight, and best of all, machine washable! See previous post with these coral shorts here and lace top here. I've been searching for a pair of sandals like these since forever. I couldn't believe my luck when I found a pair sitting on the shelf at T.J. Maxx and in my size too! The ankle strap is in a clever light tan colour so visually it doesn't slice your leg in half. Best thing is, I only paid $15 for them. 

Hope everyone had a great weekend. xx 


{ t.j. maxx lace top also love this one and this one . khols coral shorts similar here or splurge here . furla belt . t.j. maxx sandals . foley + corinna clutch . christian dior watch }




40 comments:

Izzy said...

I'm sad to hear your husband can't always be around for the special moments. at least you get to appreciate those times when you're both there with your gorgeous children :) your outfit is so perfect for a day in the park, love the buttons design on the back of your top!

thanks for leaving the lovely comment on my blog btw. sorry for the late reply- but no this was not Docklands in Melbourne. It was Sydney, which is pretty familiar to Melbs :)

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UnA said...

You are very brave and beautiful woman.

I love your outfit very much!

I hate long distance tooooo



<3 Una

oomph. said...

Huge shout out to YOU for hanging in there while your husband is away. Love the detail of on the back of your blouse!

Mimi said...

you and your husband are very inspiring and admirable! the work he does and the work that you do are both very important. you are both amazing! :)

p.s. your outfit is very pretty! and your children are super adorable! :D

<3, Mimi
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Mia said...

You are one stylish mum!!!
Gorgeous blog.
xxx
The Satchel
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jessica-anne said...

You're such a fashionable mum :) Your story is really humbling, and it's so nice that this time you could go to the park as a family :)

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xx

Breena said...

I agree with the comments. :) You are a very fashionable mom. :D

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Invitation To Inspiration said...

...no, honey, YOU ROCK!!!!!...beautiful comment you left on our blog has made our day!!! thank you!!! <3
p.s- we love, love, love your blog...we love the layout ( the font ) to the content ( photos, quotes ) and everything in between ( outfits )!
It's perfect...:-))
p.p.s- the outfit is beautiful...love the lace top...It's very pretty!!!...and your kids are adorable <3
xoxo

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Anonymous said...

you have beautiful daughters and they have a very fashionable mum! I love your lace top and cute sandals xo

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Always Maylee said...

So pretty, I love your lace top! I've been searching for a pair of flat brown sandals, I love yours. Your daughter is super adorable! :)

xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee

Rakel said...

Great post! would you like to follow each other? let me know!

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Unknown said...

so adore that top you are wearing and your sweet little bag!

xxx
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Jessica Broyles said...

I love this look, it's so sweet and feminine, and I love that you're playing on the playground with your kids! :)

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Unknown said...

I am sorry that your husband is not around a lot. You just have to make the most out of what you have.

Love your photo you really need to teach me how to edit photo.
x
Cammi

Cammilicious.com

Wardrobe Girls said...

your photos are so gorgeous. i am dying over those cognac sandals.

xo,

wardrobe girls

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Unknown said...

Love the outfit! The colors compliment you really well!

<3 Clare
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Baby Budget Blog said...

LOVE the coral shorts! Great color!!

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Anonymous said...

Adorable pink skirt! you have a very lovely blog, followed :D

xx
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viewrama said...

nice blog sweety,i really like it
what about following each other? :)

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Unknown said...

Love the coral shorts! I'm really loving cognac shoes and purses right now. I find they add a rich feeling to an outfit. Love your lace top too!

<3 Jenny
www.crazystylelove.com

noone said...

you look adorable, and I love the buttons in the back of your shirt!

wendeelee said...

I dig the sandals! Find me one? hehe...

Jen said...

What a lovely outfit! The back of that top is so sweet :)

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Head to Toe Chic said...

I love your top! The back is gorgeous. Following you now :)

xo,
Angela
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Jacquishi said...

Cuteeeeeee!

Victoria said...

Wonderful photos! You look so lovely :)

- Victoria
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Laura said...

Perfect outfit - it's so chic but casual enough for the playground and is easy to move/walk in. Love it! And I admire you and your family for staying strong with a military husband - my brother in law just deployed to Germany for 3 years, and I can only imagine the discipline and dedication it takes for a family to go through that together!

Amanda English said...

Awww love picture with you and your girl on the slide! SO CUTE! xoxo A-

Frannie Pantz said...

First of all, thank you and thank you to your husband for your sacrifices and service. My fiance is in the Air Force reserves. He is being deployed to the Middle East after our wedding this year. I am very nervous.

I love your family pictures. They are so fun and happy and smiley.

Thank you so much for visiting my blog. I really appreciate your comment!

Pins, Needles & Fashion said...

I love your outfit! that top is adorable and you look great!

your daughters are too cute and you are really inspiring!

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Elegantesque said...

lovely outfit, it's a such cute photoshoot with your kids !

Kisses

Hannah

Elegantesque Blog

Alissa said...

I love this coral outfit! Thanks for the follow!

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Mary Ann said...

This is such a cute outfit -I love the lace shirt. Following you now! ;-)

Coralie said...

Oh I love this cute outfit, we have almost the same lace top ! Your photos are beautiful !
Thanks for your comment girl ! I really like your blog, do you wanna follow each other if it's not already done ? I'm following you with GFC and Bloglovin right now ;)



xx





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Tereza {Drastic Plastic} said...

You look so chic, love the top and sandals, really cute.

Beauty Follower said...

sweet babies!

Pupe said...

Lovely outfit and lovely children !!

Marionberry Style said...

Isn't it the best wen you find what you've been looking for on the rack at TJ Maxx and it's your size?! Love that! And such a sweet look...you kiddos are so cute!
XO - Marion

Anonymous said...

Love this look! Super cute top and sandals!

xo
Quiet Luxury

Ashley said...

Look at you with all those kids and still being fashionably adorable. Get out of town...you're living the mom dream right now. I only have myself to look over and most days I can't wake up in time to take a shower before work.

Mom of the year award!

Ashley
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