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look book: a touch of lace

May 28, 2012

I'm a sucker for lace and this top makes it way too easy to lace-ify any outfit. I've been throwing it over tops and dresses and I love how it can transform an article of clothing to look new, different, and even more perfect. 
dress c/o Tulle, lace top Marshall's {similar}, shoes Michael Kors, purse Brahmin
necklace ShopRuche.com  

This long Memorial Day Weekend was just what I needed. Matthew got back Friday afternoon from being out of town on business and it was nice to have a weekend to relax. We went to the gym, made yummy sandwhiches and smoothies for lunches, and went to watch a movie at the cemetery to celebrate a friend's birthday. The movie was Sabrina, with Audrey Hepburn, which made me super happy. I loved sitting under the stars, watching one of my favorite actresses and eating delicious homemade cookies. It was pretty close to perfect! How was your long weekend?
xox
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52 comments:

  1. Gorgeous. Now I'm gonna have to be on the hunt for a lace top. Brings that dress to a whole other level.

    A Refreshed Take Off

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  2. ahhh i love the little tassel on your bag!

    http://wtfwhatthefashion.blogspot.com/

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  3. I am so obsessed with your handbag. Love the polka dots and tassel. I also love your hint of lace. Very beautiful and feminine.

    http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com/

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  4. Very cute! I love that little lace top!

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  5. outdoor movies starring ms hepburn with homemade cookies? sounds heavenly! (as long as there was bug spray involved!)

    xo
    sami

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  6. I love the lace top over the dress, it completely changes the whole look and feel of the outfit!

    xo Teresa
    www.delightfulltdarling.com

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  7. what a great way to add a touch of delicacy to an outfit. I love it. You look beautiful.

    octoberchic.com

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  8. Just did a very similar look to this recently for a date night out with my hubby! :)

    www.pennypincherfashion.com

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  9. i love your blog!!! That top is just beautiful! Hope you have time to check out my blog(: Hope you follow as well!<3
    -S

    http://classifiedcloset.blogspot.com/

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  10. I'm really liking the lace-ify look! Lovely photos :)

    Seize the Styles

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  11. Amazing outfit, love the orange with the layered lace top!

    Have a great week!
    SDMxx
    http://daringcoco.blogspot.com.au/

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  12. I'm completely in love with this entire outfit! The top looks like it is apart of the dress! I am definitely going to be looking for a similar top! It is adorable! :) And the orange is such a nice color for this time of year! One of the cutest outfits I've seen in a long time!

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  13. Sounds like so much fun! I love that purse. KendiEveryday has one as well!

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  14. I love, LOVE lace and this outfit is so cute. The lace over the orange looks great!

    Nieszka
    memoriesoftimespast.blogspot.com

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  15. Cinespia is such a great event! I've gone several times over the past few Summers. Packing a picnic with a bottle of wine and watching a great film under the stars is so nice. <3

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  16. You looking beautiful in this outfit. Love the skirt.
    xo, Petra

    http://www.sweetsoflife86.blogspot.com

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  17. Mara, that lace top is PERFECTION. I love it with the orange!
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  18. Sigh. That purse gets me everytime. Love.

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  19. That top on that dress is absolutely adorable! Love love love <3

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  20. Lovely top<3<3 so cutee:)

    Xoxo
    Süm

    birdilimportakal.blogspot.com

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  21. gorgeous, as usual!
    L x

    http://whimsicalnothings-laura.blogspot.co.uk/

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  22. I love how the lace top totally transformed a dress, never thought about that possibility. You're so clever!

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  23. This is one of my favorite looks! I've been wondering how to wear lace, and I think it looks perfect with the orange--one of my fav colors! Thanks for the inspiration, Mara.

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  24. Stumbled across your blog quite by accident and love! Cute dress topped off by the perfect lace/embroidered blouse!
    Would truly love if you could check out my new blog; if you like maybe we can follow each other?

    http://danaslookbook.blogspot.com

    XOXO Dana

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  25. Gorgeous!! I too am I major sucker for lace and this top is so fantastic, love that you paired it over the dress - it's so cute and versatile! And you look extra pretty in all of these photos too Mara! :)

    Ah, and your weekend sounds SO cute & lovely - adore Audrey Hepburn!! Have a great day! xo veronika

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  26. What a great top to wear over so many things! Still adore that polka dot purse!

    -Amy
    GIVEAWAY
    http://theblankpagesblog.blogspot.com/

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  27. That purse is the CUTEST thing I have ever seen.

    A movie at a cemetary?! I've never heard of that.. Is that common in LA???

    -Jess
    www.cinnamonandspiceblog.blogspot.com

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  28. beautiful look! love the colors <3

    XO Sahra
    EffortlessCool

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  29. Long weekends are the best =)
    Love the colour of your dress!

    Style in the City

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  30. Cute! love the lace :)
    Lizzy
    www.prettymodestbffs.blogspot.com

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  31. Gorgeous! Love the dress and the lace top!

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  32. i love absolutely every individual piece you're wearing, you look great

    from, helen at www.thelovecatsinc.com

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  33. you look beautiful!

    forallthatjas.blogspot.com

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  34. what a perfect outfit! simply love that lace crop top, too cute! xx
    Alice Barton ♥ TheMowWay

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  35. I love everything about this! That color + that lace top. Love love love. It's perfect.

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  36. yep, that lace top is definitely fabulous to spruce up any outfit. adore!!!
    xo TJ

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  37. i would never have thought to pair a lace top over a dress - it totally works though and looks so cute. it was fantastic seeing you on saturday Mara! i didn't want that night to end, it was a fun time watching a classic film snuggled under blankets (and yes... with all the sweets). you have to let me know when you and matthew are in SD. i'd love to see you guys again!

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  38. You are honestly just the prettiest little thing ive seen in a while! I love your blog and your style. so simple and girly, with a quirky twist! (i hope thats the right word. and im supposed to be a writer, ha!) Anyhow, this bag is to die for!

    Hope to read more from you.
    xoxo
    ellesdaughter.blogspot.com

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  39. What a fabulous outfit! We just got in a ton of crochet tops at works and I think I'm going to need to buy myself one... xD

    XOXO Deanna

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  40. loved discovering your blog today! you're beautiful & have fantastic style. xo.

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  41. yay!
    thanks for coming, sweet girl. xo

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  42. Love the small details of this outfit- the stripes in the orange, the lace overlay top. Lovely.

    Glad to hear your weekend went well.

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  43. Love this look Mara!

    www.daintyjea.com

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  44. This is so pretty! I really love the lace top and how it can transform a dress you already have. I've been wanting one like yours for a while now but haven't come across a nice one. You look great!

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  45. Such a lovely look!! Dying over your shoes and bag right now.

    Tracy
    TheRightShoes-Tracy.blogspot.com

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