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The Jade & Sparrow

10/13/2013

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My package from Choies finally arrived! Huzzah! As you may or may not know, Choies graciously offered to sponsor my blog. As a result, I will receive items from their on-line store to review. This dress is one of two items I chose to review. You'll see the second item, next week. :D In this post, I'm showcasing Choies' Basic Green Skater Dress in Size Small. It retails for about $38. Though it is currently out of stock, it's possible that they will get more later, so if you like this dress, be sure to add it to your watch list! I'll do a proper review of my experience buying from Choies in a couple weeks.

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I'm just as surprised as you are that I bought a dress. Haha. I think my previous frock challenge did something to my brain. Heh. I bought this dress as a layering tool, so you probably won't see me wearing it this openly often. However, if I covered up the dress in my usual way, you wouldn't actually be able to get a good view of it here. ;P So, I did some transparent layering with a soft grey coat and my favorite vintage floral blazer. I rather like the houndstooth lining in the coat. Sometimes, when I walk, the coat will flap open in the wind giving passersby an eyeful of houndstooth and florals. :D

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The deep evergreen dress provides the perfect canvas for the aforementioned mix in prints. Admittedly, I could have used a size up. The shoulders and arms are quite snug on me. So, if you're typically a Size Small in dresses, I would recommend getting a Size Medium in this. The length of the dress is just fine, in my opinion. I am quite tall (5'9") and the Size Small covers my derrier even when I raise my arms in the air. So, if you're shorter than me, length shouldn't be a problem. The material is quite warm, also, making it perfect for Fall, Winter and Spring. The dress feels sturdy and well constructed.

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I figured my thrifted red sparrow necklace would fit right in with the color scheme. Hence, the title of this post. ^_^ The Jade & Sparrow sounds a bit like a tavern name, doesn't it?
I'd totally hang there. Haha.

Anyway, I finished the look with my thrifted leggings and wooden heel boots. The leggings have grey legwarmers sewn into the fabric. I totally love that. ^_^ It appeals heavily to my lazy side, I guess. Hehe.

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Where did I go and what did I do all gussied up like this? A) coffee shop and B) backgammon. I lost. Ugh.
Haha. I hate losing. I'm a classic sore loser. Sour face, crossed arms and all. It's OK to laugh. It makes me laugh, too. Heh. I get it from my dad, I think. You should see the two of us play dominoes. ;P


Thrifted - Sparrow Necklace, Vintage Floral Blazer (Swap Group), Leggings,
ModCloth Boots (Sale) & ModCloth Braided Satchel (Sale)
c/o Choies - Basic Green Skater Dress
Tulle - Grey Double Breasted Coat

♫ Thank you so much for your comments! Though I may not respond to each one, I read and appreciate all of them! ♫

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26 Comments
Hollie link
10/12/2013 07:08:05 pm

Love that dress, I have a similar one from H&M i bought last year! Love the print on that coat too!
http://my-fashionobsession.blogspot.co.uk/

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Missy May link
10/13/2013 08:25:34 am

You look cute...lovely dress, i love and need your boots Anna. Hot!

missymayification.blogspot.co.uk

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Laura link
10/13/2013 08:38:38 am

That dress sure is lovely! I love the color on you and the blazer is the perfect piece to pair with it!

xoxo,
Laura
http://lauraisthriftingthroughlife.blogspot.com/

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Tatyana link
10/13/2013 09:45:44 am

Wow! What a gorgeous Autumn look! The grey coat and knee high socks look so trendy and warm! And I love that floral blazer underneath! You are the best at putting colours together! Love it! xxx

Tatyana
www.secretlittlestars.com

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Pip
10/13/2013 11:49:50 am

I love your new dress Anna and I adore all the layering you have done with the floral blazer and then the grey coat and thigh highs over the black tights and black boots! Insanely awesome dear! Hope you had a good weekend dear!
<a href="http://easyoutfitsbypip.blogspot.com">xx Easy Outfits, by Pip</a>

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Kristian link
10/13/2013 02:22:50 pm

That is a great dress for layering; can totally see why you got it. My favorite part of the outfit has to be that coat and its lining though. What a fun and unexpected punch of style!

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effie link
10/14/2013 01:44:13 am

You styled it perfectly! The boots and the sparrow necklace stole my heart :)

effiesdress.com

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Angelina Stroumpouli link
10/14/2013 03:06:36 am

You always look so good! This dress is amazing, and I love how you styled it with this printed blazer and this coat!

Hope you are well and happy!
Many kisses
Angelina - http://www.just-angelina.com/

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Anna
10/14/2013 09:30:25 am

Hey, thanks so much and thank you for that awesome tweet! You made my day! <3

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lubka.christova@gmail.com link
10/14/2013 05:41:58 am

I love the layering here and especially the grey coat :)

Lu,
http://balgar-ka.tumblr.com

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Dana link
10/14/2013 05:45:48 am

Love the boots!!
I think pairing leggings with a short dress like this is a great idea and the boots give you the right amount of elevation to show it all off!

Very cool!

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Lara Lizard link
10/14/2013 07:00:46 am

A nice sponsorship you gots :) Love the outfit you put together and even if it's small, the necklace adds *lots* of prettiness :)
Also, I like how you are honest and open about your sponsorship ^^ I think that's the best way to gain your reader's trust ^^
xxx

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Anna
10/14/2013 09:33:20 am

Thanks, man! I really appreciate that! We'll see how long it lasts. Haha. As long as they do the right thing, we're cool. As soon as things start to feel a little bit off, that's when I'll nip it in the bud and they'll disappear. I take this stuff very seriously.

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Monica M link
10/14/2013 08:38:27 am

I totally love this look! The dress, blazer and coat are PERFECT. So cute.

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Tara
10/14/2013 09:39:24 am

I love the earthy rich colours in this outfit, the dress you chose looks perfect for layering!

- Tara

SHOPSTYLECONQUER

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ashlee. link
10/14/2013 11:10:11 am

Oh I'm such a big fan of how you layer everything. :) All the elements seem to compliment themselves in such a wonderful way. Like the sparrow necklace and the floral blazer just seem to go hand in hand quite perfectly, lovely pairing!

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Jenny Lee link
10/14/2013 12:15:28 pm

These colours are gorgeous on you! And that blazer is beautiful. Wonderful job layering as always!

Jenny Lee
http://thedictioncanary.blogspot.com

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Rebecca link
10/14/2013 03:18:14 pm

I know you probably get tired of hearing it, but I love all your outfits! Love the colours in this one. I'm a sucker for green, but still.

Good to hear the dress was an OK length. I struggle with that (admittedly not as tall as you)... but being old and all and trying to retain a modicum of decency. :D

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Chrissi link
10/14/2013 03:22:52 pm

Is it really cold enough for you to wear all of those layers already? It makes me excited for when it starts to cool down more here. I just bought a pair of tights in the exact same shade of green as that super cute dress you're wearing!

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Matea link
10/14/2013 10:13:43 pm

Dress is so cute, and that color is so great on you. Like always perfect layering!

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Ester link
10/14/2013 11:12:59 pm

wow I really like your dress! I remember H&M had a similar one, it's so pretty! :)
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Ester @ <a href="http://www.drawingdreaming.net/">Drawing Dreaming</a>

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Anna Czarina link
10/15/2013 04:42:33 am

I love the layers in this outfit and how you showed the layers. amazing!

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Ashley link
10/15/2013 11:51:05 am

WOMAN! These layers!! Soooo good, I can't even. This is so perfect for Fall. You look so classic but fun. I could go on and on about it.. but I won't ;)

xo Ashley

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Amber link
10/16/2013 03:58:58 am

The queen of layering (:

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Miranda link
10/18/2013 03:29:22 am

I love this outfit! You are seriously so good at layering. It is rarely ever cold enough here in Houston for that many layers, but on the rare days that it is, I have a horrible time trying to figure out what to wear. I definitely need some tips from you!

Love that floral blazer and the green shade of your dress, so pretty!

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Suzanne link
10/21/2013 06:32:06 pm

The dress, blazer and necklace together are perfection! Oh, and I know how you feel - I hate losing too. I'm the worst to play games with. When I win, I make it seem like I'm some skilled/knowledgeable/athletic God/mastermind or whatever and if I lose, I make it sound like the other person just had dumb luck or I was off my game, haha.

Suzanne
<a href="http://acoinforthewell.blogspot.com/">A Coin For the Well</a>

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