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...Everything Happens For a Reason. - Part 3/3 

5/31/2013

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Hey! So, remember back in February when Cotton gave me the shaft in The Road to the Runway contest and ripped the crown of victory from me and gave it to someone who had fewer votes? Wtf? Seriously? Well, you should totally click here. Get all caught up on that, bro. Do your due diligence!

OK. You're all caught up? Fabulous. So, earlier in the week, I got this bright idea to showcase some stuff I had (prematurely, apparently) packed in my suitcase for the Miami trip. You know, because, I thought I had won the contest..and..everything. Yeah.. pretty awkward. *Sigh* Super, uber awkward. =/

Well, this is part three. Oil up those imaginations: sunshine, beaches, palm trees....and....GO!

Day 3

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As I'm sure you've noticed, my basic plan was to recycle a lot of my outfits. The goal was to bring as little as possible and travel light, but also be creative. I didn't want it to be super obvious that I was wearing something for the second or third time. You'll notice that I only packed flat/low heeled shoes. Again, that's just to save space and to force me to be more creative with my outfits. I hope I succeeded!

Maybe one day when I go traveling, I will create a post showing what I packed and how I packed it, as I have kind of a quirky way of going about it. I don't know if you all would find it useful, but a part of me thinks it might be worth sharing, anyway. Hmm. Now, I find myself with a hankering for a road trip. ;P

Anyway, as you can see, I'm wearing that houndstooth dress from my previous post, but in a different way. Maybe, just maybe, I will wear the dress by itself without covering it up.  I may be more inclined to do so, if you guys actually told me that you wanted to see it. This kind of pressure might work. ;D

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I was nervous about adding the floral tights to the mix. I always feel like something is missing from my simpler outfits. The simplicity bothers me immensely. Sometimes, this need to add something extra can lead to disaster. Haha. I'm aware of this. I know it's important to edit myself and be honest about it. Still, I don't think the mix in patterns is THAT upsetting to the eye. Reasonable minds will differ, I'm sure. In my mind, an outfit isn't all that interesting if it doesn't warrant a second glance from a passerby. Hehe.

I wore a pleated skirt with lace trim underneath for some extra length as the dress is quite short on me. In this regard, the trick is to use a skirt that is not too bulky.
Hence, you can see that it doesn't cause the dress to flare out. Sometimes, though, I deliberately use a fuller skirt as a poor girl's petticoat. ;P

I'm thinking this outfit would have been appropriate for my last dinner in Miami. I can totally see myself wearing this while sitting on an outdoor patio overlooking the water with a sunset view. =)

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And here lies the end of the journey through one of my worst memories of the year.

Cotton tried in vain to ruin my reputation without providing a shred of evidence. I can't get back all of the time I wasted and all of the emotional, psychological and physical investments I made over that very long month of voting. I can't give any of that back to my family and friends, either.  Cotton owes YOU an apology just as much as it owes me one. I will always harbor this blight on my memories for this year.

 However, your sweet and supportive comments are much appreciated and I think I will get over this eventually. These posts really did help me, in that respect. Thank you for your kindness, as always! <3

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33 Comments
Keit link
5/30/2013 07:16:45 pm

Oh man I would love to see a post showing what you packed and how you packed it!!! It would be quite helpful :D
Again, sorry for this Cotton crap, I know how you feel. But either way, your outfits are always so pretty and creative ^_^

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Anna
5/31/2013 02:56:42 am

Really? Haha. Right on. Well, the next time I go on a trip that requires more than an overnight bag, I will totally chronicle that for you guys. :P Here's a sneak peek into my insanity: I have a special notepad designed to keep track of my outfits for each day of the trip. Haha.

Yeah, I know most people are probably tired of hearing about it. I know I'm tired of always thinking about it. Heh. I won't be doing any other posts about it, I promise! :F I just really didn't want these outfit creations to go to waste. I wanted them to be seen and maybe even inspire some people to take more risks with their wardrobe. :P I don't know if I "nailed" it with all of these. My absolute favorite is my second look. The first look is super cute and thus probably resonates with most people. The third look, I'm a bit on the fence about. It's very different, even for me. :P I wanted to push the envelope and still stay true to my own personal style. I think I was able to do that, so I'm happy with it in that sense.

I always appreciate your comments, Keit. You're so nice to me!

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Sophie Ruffell link
5/30/2013 08:45:07 pm

Still in love with that jumper!
And the necklace is super cute.

darlingsophie.blogspot.co.uk

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Anna
5/31/2013 03:03:35 am

Hey! Sweet Sophie! ^_^ Thank you! <3

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Kristian link
5/31/2013 01:31:14 am

I like that you were remixing your items, but it is not super-obvious right away. It is clever remixing! This hounsouth with the wolf sweater is my favorite of the looks you had packed. Hope you choose now to wear it somewhere fun!

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Anna
5/31/2013 03:05:02 am

Wow! Thank you so much! <3 This gives me hope! Haha. *^_^* I was sure I would be the only one liking this outfit. I don't know why I was no nervous to share this one.

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Elena
5/31/2013 02:07:20 am

Great outfit! Beautiful skirt!

Would you like to follow each other with Bloglovin '? Let me know :)

Happy weekend!
http://vgolove1.blogspot.ru/

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Anna
5/31/2013 02:43:49 am

Hey, Elena! Thanks! :D I've been following you on Bloglovin' for awhile now! Hehe. I have so few followers, that it's easy for me to see the new people, but you have more than 200+ so I understand if you didn't notice. <3

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Elena
6/4/2013 06:01:06 am

I am sorry for my mistake!
I also subscribed to your blog in Bloglovin!

laura
5/31/2013 04:09:43 am

Great look! Love your style ^^

thelovelywildside.blogspot.com.es

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Anna
5/31/2013 02:19:18 pm

Thanks, Laura! <3

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Mon Cherries link
5/31/2013 06:45:29 am

Houndstooth is my favourite pattern. You look great.

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Anna
5/31/2013 02:19:38 pm

Thanks! <3 *^_^*

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Domino J link
5/31/2013 09:19:49 am

OMG I love your style....thanks for the love and comments on Chictopia!!! You definitely have a new follower..
www.iammefashion.com

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Anna
6/1/2013 12:48:56 pm

Hey! Thanks so much! I'll check out your blog! <3 *^_^*

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A. link
5/31/2013 03:16:31 pm

Oh lawd, you are the absofrickenlute queen of layering. Or the goddamn emporer or something. Brilliant.

I can't believe they ripped that title from you.

I like your recycling. That black and white dress has got to my one of my favorite pieces of yours.

love,
a

www.missdecaf.blogspot.com

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Anna
6/1/2013 12:50:51 pm

Aww..thanks, man. Really. *^_^* You're always so good to me. <3

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Toni link
6/1/2013 03:54:03 am

Wow I love your necklace! cool blog!

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Anna
6/1/2013 12:51:25 pm

Right on! Thanks, Toni! <3

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Sophie Ruffell link
6/1/2013 07:57:20 pm

Hi! I've nominated you for the Versatile blogger award! All the details are here - http://darlingsophie.blogspot.co.uk/2013/06/oh-so-versatile.html

Don't worry if you don't want to accept :)
Sophie!

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Anna
6/3/2013 10:42:49 am

Hey, thanks Sophie! Of course, I accept! ^_^ I think this is my second nomination, actually. I've just been so busy, it's hard to find the time to do a post about it. Thank you for thinking of me! <3

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Brooklyn Grace link
6/2/2013 05:40:47 am

oh its has been such a ong time i have not been blogging and i missed all your pile of vintage looks
original as always dear
you are the Queen of vintage
kisses

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Anna
6/3/2013 10:47:37 am

Hey, Brooklyn! ^_^ Good to hear from you! <3 Thank you for always being so kind!

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Brittney link
6/2/2013 05:36:24 pm

They did what?! Nuh uh, girl, you got shafted so hard, but I'm glad to see that you are making the best of it. Wolf+houndstooth+florals=yes in my book any day.

Brittney

anotherbeautifulthing.blogspot.com

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Anna
6/3/2013 10:54:51 am

Thanks, Brittney! That means a lot! <3

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mateaTpol link
6/2/2013 10:26:45 pm

you really have unique style. I like it!

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Anna
6/3/2013 10:55:17 am

Thank you my dear, Matea! *^_^* <3

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Pip
6/2/2013 11:57:13 pm

I love love love this sweater and it looks so cute with your skirt! Hope you have a good Monday dear! xx Pip

http://easyoutfitsbypip.blogspot.com/2013/06/firmoo-exclusive-international-giveaway.html

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Anna
6/3/2013 10:55:39 am

Thanks, Pip! <3

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Deborah McNealey link
6/4/2013 12:42:27 pm

I love you style. Very nice and creative. visit my blog

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Anna
6/4/2013 05:33:58 pm

Hey! Thanks, Deborah! I'm happy to take a look at your blog! <3

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Chrissi link
6/9/2013 02:57:55 pm

So I've been thinking a lot about how you hardly ever wear dresses 'as-is' and tend to layer them to look a like a skirt or top instead. It's a great way to make one dress into multiple outfits! I have an outfit that I'm posting on Wednesday where I tried this, but I'm not sure it was totally successful. The dress I used was too bulky :( Oh well, I'll try again using a different one and see how it works!

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Anna
6/11/2013 04:23:01 am

Yeah, it's always something I think about when I buy a dress. Sometimes, if the pattern of the dress is really spectacular, I think I would do it a disservice by covering it up too much. So, I tend to go for plain colors and simple patterns so I can get the most wears out them. :D I'd love to see the results of your dress layering experiments!

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