When I saw this top at lunch today, I knew I had to have it. It wasn't expensive, so I snapped it right up. I eagerly want to show these pictures to you because the style and color of the top express a real (usually hidden) part of me.
What makes this outfit even better is something else I received in the mail today -- a necklace from my friend Elizabeth who lives in Florida. I mentioned Elizabeth a month ago in a post on her amazing hair colors. Elizabeth is going through a rough patch right now and I offered her some support. In response, she sent me this gorgeous necklace which her letter says "is handmade by myself with love." What could be better than that?!
I like it! Your makeup looks really great, too! :-D
ReplyDeleteI love your hair in this post. It has that messy/sultry look!
ReplyDeleteI like ruffles.
ReplyDeletewhat a perfect summer top, and the neckline of it works perfectly with the necklace.
ReplyDeleteThat top is Gorgeous! I am a big fan of ruffles! That necklace is Fabulous too and very meaningful.
ReplyDeleteYou look great. And you are such a wonderful & supportive person. :)
ReplyDeleteLove the makeup.
Aw, cute! I love the top with your accessories.
ReplyDeleteThat shirt is really gorgeous. I love it. In these pics, I love that your hair is all tousled and sexy. It's a great look. OH, and the metallic pumps. Yum!!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of the advice column too. Very cool.
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Wow, what a huge progress! I love the hair styling and accessories and of course the top! You look great!! :)
ReplyDeletelove the ruffles. you look great in red! and that necklace is beautiful, especially since someone handmade if for you!
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I am all for ruffles, yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
ReplyDeleteLife is too short to wear boring clothes.
Adoring your necklace and the love in its making.
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You look amazing! This outfit looks so nice on you. and the flower(?) in your hair just gives it that extra bit of awesome :)
ReplyDeleteHello, I am a new follower and I loooove ruffles too! And that is a wonderful shirt, great color on you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely friendship you have with Elizabeth.
ReplyDeleteLove the ruffles and your cheeky smile. xxx
I love the ruffles on you, but even more than that -- I LOVE YOUR HAIR.
ReplyDeleteIt's sexy bedhead hair.
That's the best.
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How very nice of her :)
ReplyDeleteI absolutely adore that top, the color is perfect and your make up skills are improving by the minute!
I really like your shoes and your hair in these photos =)
ReplyDeleteWow, love your top. Very flamenco. If I had been shopping with you, you would have had a fight on your hands for it. You look wonderful. (I'm now thinking how much fun it would be to go shopping with you - why is there an ocean in the way?)
ReplyDeleteAwwwww, yeah. Love that top! And I really like the headband or clip in your hair in some of the shots, the flower. Nice touch.
ReplyDeleteLook at those pins! i'm jealous :)
ReplyDeleteDon't you just love when you find something that "speaks" to you! Thats a very pretty top, and like others before me, I'm digging the hair all wind swept and sexy.
ReplyDeleteAnd a handmade gift = best thing ever!
Have a great weekend Ally:)
What a beautiful colour on you- I love the ruffles and damn you have great arms! Your hair looks great with bangs in front- very chic! Beautiful necklace-I love homemade gifts. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteAlly the top and necklace pair so well together, and the color is just lovely against your skin. You look fabulous and happy!
ReplyDeleteYou look gorgeous! I love that top xx
ReplyDeleteYour top says flamenco dancer to me ... I was totally expecting to see one of those multi layered skirts = I love it and your hair really looks fabulous too Ally.
ReplyDeleteGlad you were spoilt and hope that things are going bette for Elizabeth.
Could you give an update on how Geoff is doing?
ILOVE that top!! I would wear that in a minute.. and he color is perfect. AND your new necklace is amazing too.. very nice, and it looks perfect with that outfit!!
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There's nothing better than handmade presents! Except maybe ruffles I guess. Haha, I'm not a big ruffles person, but I appreciate the drama they contribute.
ReplyDeleteAGREED! Fabulous ruffled top
ReplyDeleteAlways find Red a great colour that goes with just about every skin tone : )
That top is gorgeous! I just love anything with dramatic ruffles and this top is really perfect to add some drama. Love the bright red color and the flower in your hair is a great accessory for this look!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun top; I just love ruffles. It seems like you're playing with makeup more lately, after your tutoring session with Debbie. It looks great! You're a quick study.
ReplyDeletegreat top and the color looks good too
ReplyDeletemake up application is improving :)!!
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Ruffles and florals! Summer perfect, aren't they? Do you know that I love headpieces and hats but for some reason, they just do not look good on me!
ReplyDeleteI love this entire ensemble on you dear.. topped with a pretty flower on ur hair!
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I love every bit of this outfit. That top is fabulous, the ruffles are great. The skirt is the perfect pairing, and the cherry on the top - metallic shoes!
ReplyDeleteI love this ruffled top on you - this whole outfit is awesome.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Audi - your makeup is great! You are getting really good at it.