Cute outfit, right? I never would have put these pieces together, ever. I've worn everything before - you can see the dress (worn today as a top) here, skirt here, trench here, boots here, bag here. So what made me try these things together? Barbie. Yup, true story.
Source: Barbie Style on Instagram
Gina thought it would be fun, and honestly pretty easy, to find fashion inspo from the miniature fashion icon herself, and I'm always down for a challenge, so I opted in without thinking twice. Be sure to check out Gina's blog today also to see what she picked for herself!
Sunnies: Vince Camuto | Trench: Ann Taylor (option) | Necklace: The Foundrie | Bag: Kate Spade (option, budget option, budget option) | Dress (worn as a top): Express (option) | Bracelets: Stella and Dot, Ideeli (option) | Skirt: Express | Boots: Coach (option)
Hope everyone had a great weekend! It was nice to have a normal, travel free, commitment free, sick free weekend! I would still rather have more daylight than that extra hour of sleep yesterday, but it was still a relaxing weekend anyway. I finally went to Pilates for the first time in about 6 weeks. Considering I was going about 2-3 times a week, that just tells you how busy life has been. It felt good to get back into it, and I don't know if it was the Pilates itself that has been helping my mood and spirit, but I'm a lot more mentally relaxed than I was this time last week. Yay for sore muscles and sanity!
Before I go, please head over to Rhea's blog. She's doing a mini feature on me, so please check it out and say hello!
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Linking up for Style to Inspire, Personal Style Monday, and Rachelle and Cha Cha for #HowIFall, Mel, Shay, and Sheaffer for Pinspired
Awww...who doesn't love Barbie and her inspiration. Love this! Have a beautiful day!
ReplyDeleteI know right! Thank you!
DeleteLove that Barbie was your inspiration, too funny!! But I love the outfit, great restyling :)
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Lexi
the-streetsofgold.com
Thanks, Lexi!
DeleteLove the Barbie-pinspiration!! Adorable outfit. I hear you on a chilled weekend, our weekends become so full, sometimes lazing around is all I can muster!! Awesome feature on Rhea's blog as well :). Thanks for the link up lady!!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Thank you! And Rhea is so sweet!
DeleteWhat a great inspiration! I love Barbie. This is an amazing restyling!
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Glad you enjoyed it!
DeleteHahaha too funny, love the Barbie-pinspiration :)
ReplyDeletexo, Jasmin
www.jasmindaily.com
Totally Gina's idea, but certainly genius! Lots of great inspiration!
DeleteYay! I couldn't wait to see which outfit you chose. This turned out great!! I'm also shocked it's been 6 weeks since you went to pilates! Did you get to wear your new boots for it yet??
ReplyDeleteGina - On the Daily Express
Yep! Wore them for the first time this weekend! I don't know how people can wear them in real life! They are fine for the short walk to and from my car, but I really do feel like I have elephant feet! Ha!
DeleteAnd thanks! I wanted to pick something I hadn't shown you yet!
Love this entire look! The color of the boots with the striped top is a beautiful contrast!
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Thanks!!
DeleteI keep seeing that Ann Taylor trench/dress around the blogosphere. I love how versatile it is. Great outfit as always =) Enjoy your Monday!
ReplyDeleteIt's great! I'm glad I took the plunge and got it!
DeleteLove this Barbie inspired look! It turned out great! That trench is fab!
ReplyDeleteJill
www.dousedinpink.com
I can't believe how much I love the trench! So glad I decided to get it!
DeleteCan't get my eyes off that gorgeous trench - and how cute you're able to replicate Barbie's color / ensemble here !!!
ReplyDeleteRebecca
www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
Thanks, Rebecca!
Deletelove the trench layered over this look, I need to go follow that account after all. Have a great week.
ReplyDeletexo
PinkSole
It's so funny that she provides so much great inspo - and she's a doll! :) But I guess it's like clothes on a mannequin, right?
DeleteLove this look! Who knew Barbie could still inspire fashion!! I just followed her on Instagram! That skirt is so pretty and I love all the colors in this look!
ReplyDeleteMarianne
www.goodgirlgoneglam.com
Yay for discovering new instagrams! :)
DeleteAnd thank you!
I love the trench layered over this. It's amazing what a "normal" weekend will do for you, huh? We traveled on Saturday, but on Sunday we relaxed and worked around the house. It was wonderful, especially with the extra hour!
ReplyDeletexo, Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds
Yes, it was great to not have any plans and to take a little breather! How quickly that diminishes though as I'm behind yet again! Oh well! It was def fun while it lasted!
DeleteFun inspiration idea...and why not?! Barbie is an iconic Fashionista, right?!! Love the stripes with the color contrast from the bag! Great look! Great replication!
ReplyDeleteKellie @ www.ie-style.com
Thanks! Would seriously have never thought to do it before seeing Barbie! Kinda funny!
DeleteI am in love with this look! Love the mix of colors and textures. I would have never know the green and navy shirt was a dress! You're so great at remixing your clothes! Who would have thought barbie could provide such fab style inspiration?!
ReplyDeleteRobyn
http://feelgreatfashion.com/
I love doing that - wearing pieces in ways they weren't originally intended! Glad you appreciate it - thank you so much!
DeleteSuch a great look on you & its adorable that Barbie was the inspiration!! Thanks for hosting, have a great day:)
ReplyDeleteMarta
www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com
Thanks for linking up!
DeleteThat trench vest is so cool! I love t with that stripes and your inspiration is amazing!
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~~Megan~~
Aww - thanks!
DeleteYou guys just kill me! Love these silly fun posts! Barbie is totally styling' and I looove your re-creation. I'm really loving hues of green this fall and the fact that it's on a striped top makes it even better. Loved your feature btw. Have a great week, Carylee! ~Cynthia
ReplyDeleteYou're so sweet, Cynthia! Sorry for the late reply - but thank you! I would have never paired these items together without Barbie! Too funny, but true!
Deletethat trench is so cute! I've never seen a sleeveless trench before.
ReplyDeleteSarah
Midwest Darling
I never knew I would love it so much!
DeleteCracking up on the Barbie inspiration! Too much fun
ReplyDeleteHa! Yes, very fun!
DeleteYou and Gina are too cute with this Barbie inspiration. Love the green stripes with the tan trench. The color combo is great
ReplyDeleteCha Cha The Fashion Genius
I love that we don't take fashion too seriously! It has to be fun, too, you know?
DeleteThank you!
Love this post with the barbie inspired outfit!
ReplyDeletexo, Lee
Thank you! Can't believe how many of her looks I would wear in real life!
DeleteThis is a truly inspired idea from you both! I love it. Thanks for brightening our day and for hosting. Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteToo adorable! What a fun idea - and the result is super cool!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much!
DeleteThis is a super fun and cool idea. Base on this, I went and like barbie style. Too cute!
ReplyDeleteKreyola Jounerys | Instagram
Yay! Glad to give you new inspiration!
DeleteLove the Barbie inspiration!! So cute!
ReplyDeleteLove the inspiration!! Have a great week!
ReplyDeletexo Shauna
www.lipglossandlace.net
Thanks! Hope your week was good also!
DeleteLove the Barbie inspiration ! That trench is beautiful :) x
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Thank you!
DeleteWe've had guests non-stop for the last few weekends so I will be glad for a normal, relaxing weekend coming up. You did a great job with Barbie's inspiration. You always style that trench perfectly. I can't believe I didn't know about Barbie's Instagram.
ReplyDeleteOh I didn't know about it either before Gina! It's great!
DeleteHaha, Barbie style is great inspiration. And you look amazing. I need to get my hands on your coat. It's great finding your blog through Rhea. You have a new fan!
ReplyDeletewww.ohtobeamuse.com
Yes, so glad I found you, too! Love your style so much!
Deletehe he! Love it. Barbie for inspiration. I'm definitely following her on Instagram now.
ReplyDeleteLea
HighHeeledStyle.com
I hope she had a big surge of new follows last week! :)
DeleteLove the Barbie inspiration. Too cute! That coat is everything!
ReplyDelete~Whitney
www.whitneynicjames.com
I love the stripes and that Barbie was your inspiration!!
ReplyDeleteStephanie
http://positivelystephanie.blogspot.com/
Glad you enjoyed this. Thank you!
DeleteIt's official - Barbie dresses cuter than I do! Haha!
ReplyDeleteHa! She does dress pretty cute! But you don't give yourself enough credit!
DeleteLove the outfit, in spite of Barbie... Oh well, good ideas come in many forms. That top is great, perfect colours.
ReplyDeleteGood way to put it!
DeleteBarbie has always been stylish girl LOL she's a trendsetter! You did an awesome job of duplicating her outfit because you look very chic, I love your boots!
ReplyDeletewww.dressed2dnines.com
Barbie?? Haha! You're hilarious! Love it!
ReplyDeleteGina
Pink Wings
This is such a fun account! I had never heard of it until I read Gina's blog earlier. Super cute looks, too!!
ReplyDeletewww.amemoryofus.com
I know - I didn't know about it either! It's really great for fashion inspiration though! Funny!
DeleteOmg, this is too funny! I love it!! Great idea stealing this one from Barbie. ;)
ReplyDeleteThis is such a fun collaboration! Barbie is always so stylish! I really like your outfit, especially your trench!
ReplyDeleteNicole
Nicole to the Nines
Thanks! I'm pretty obsessed with the trench!
DeleteLove this look, and like I mentioned to Gina, what a fun place to get inspiration from, super stylish Barbie.
ReplyDeleteNatalia
Yep, stylish and classic! Makes sense if you think about it, though I never would have thought to look to her for inspiration if it weren't for Gina!
DeleteBarbie style?! You are rocking it!! Love this. Thanks for hosting this fab linkup lovely xx
ReplyDeleteThanks, lady!
DeleteHaha this is awesome!! Me and my best friend follow Barbie on instagram because it's just so cute and hilarious!!
ReplyDeleteJessi
www.haircutandgeneralattitude.com
Yes - super cute and kind of addicting! Glad you enjoyed it!
DeleteCan't get better than Barbie for fashion inspiration LOL - she's got amazing style on her insta page :-) Cutest idea for a post!
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