Friday, February 10, 2012

Friday Fancies - Valentine's Day

Word...it's Friday.

This makes me VERY happy.

And do you know what else makes me kick my heels up?

Valentine's Day.

Now I know it's commercialized and really just invented so that card companies and the like can make billions of dollars...yadda, yadda....but...it's also one of the few nights a year my hubster and I get of our lazy asses and you know...go on a date.

It's also an excuse to flaunt my favourite colour everywhere.

And if you throw a little red into the mix, I love my pink even more.

So, in honour of love day...here's my lovey dovey outfit...and PS, with a last name like Dovey...would be kind of wrong to x-nay this particular holiday- ha!


Now I know this ensemble isn't exactly subtle, but that's the fun right?

I've long been obsessed with that Wildox heart sweater...truth be told, I'd probably go for the gold heart one if given the choice, but that's just because I seem to always pick gold over silver these days...which I think I might need to get a handle on...my house is getting VERY gold y'all.

Anyhoo...I paired the red with a pink tulle skirt...the fashion stylist that often works with my daughter at her modeling gigs is always wearing one and though she's like 20, and I'm well...not,  I still think maybe I could pull one off...adore....especially when it's a Dolce & Gabbana maxi version {which sadly, appears to be sold out...sad fac/relieved face...have no money to spend on pink tulle skirts}.

I'm pretty convinced that most outfits I wear these days need a good blazer...they just make me feel so much more put together/bad ass {PS, I never say ass really and I've dropped it twice in this one post...not sure why...digressing} ...this Rag and Bone black number {or dark blue perhaps..hoping black for the purposes of this outfit} is pretty killer...hence why one would have to pre-order it at Barney's....as a sidenote, and speaking of R&B...this caplet would also be smashing with some sort of tulle skirt i.e. one that's still available.

As for the accessories, I went full stop with the love garb...I'm loving these Dorothy Perkins love rings...and at $17, they're actually totes attainable...on the higher end of the spectrum, this Avanessi rose gold version is also delightful.  And what V-Day outift would be complete without a little vintage Chanel heart brooch? None I say...you could also go full stop with the heart necklace version...either or;)

The Karen Miller black and white clutch bag is a chic staple and as the owner of a pair of lace up booties, I have to say...they're are sooooo necessary in any shoe collection...I heart these R&B ones.

So there you go...a little red/pink and a little black/white/camel Valentine's fabulous...make sure you have a peak at all the pink and red fancy fabulous HERE.

Now...as an added treat and because I love you so so much...I've got some great news.

Actually, I have nothing to do with this...you have the fabulous Eleni Sofroniou to thank;)

After drawing the winner for her art giveaway, I got an email saying that she'd love to pick a runner-up!

So...


to...Vanessa of Decor Happy!!!!

You, lucky girl, have won an 8.5x11 print of your choice.

Happy almost love day everyone!

xoxo



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22 comments:

  1. love that sweater. thanks for sharing

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  2. I LIVE in my gold heart sweatshirt, but I have to say, it is Spencer's least favorite article of clothing that I own. Hope you're feeling better! xo

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  3. Wow - thanks so much! You made my day. I will be in touch with the one I select soon! Have a great weekend! xo

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  4. I LOVE this outfit! Flashy is most certainly where it's at...have a wonderful lovers day!!

    xoxo,

    Amy

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  5. Darling post.. Just a reminder of our give away!
    Happy Weekend.

    Nancy
    http://www.powellbrower.com/2012/02/powell-brower-home-maiden-giveaway.html

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  6. Since Red & Pink a favorite colour combo of yours. You have to check out the Style at Home article Dear Valentine, It is amazing and as soon as I saw it I thought if you!

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  7. Oooohhh!!! This is so cute!!! Um I would die for that Chanel heart pin and I actually added that pink skirt to my "wishlist" so I'm sad/relieved it's sold out. It's very Carrie Bradshaw!! Maybe we can find a reasonable alternative! xoxo elizabeth

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  8. i love that heart sweater - and gold would be perfect. oh, and a tulle skirt? i've been on the hunt for one for MONTHS...i've bought fabric to make one, just haven't got around to it yet.

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  9. Love that outfit! And as cheesy as it is, I love Valentines day too!

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  10. Ohhh, I was coveting that same blazer in grey/yellow from Rag & Bone! Super cute choices… especially those AB FAB bracelets!

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  11. I absolutely adore that flirty girly little skirt! It feels so rock n' roll with the school boy-esque blazer...I *like* it (c: Have fantastic weekend, my dear!

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  12. LOVE the outfit, and I too love the opportunity to actually go out for V-day! It's always a treat :) I hope you have an amazing weekend and that you are feeling better Christine. Hugs to you doll,

    Nancy xo

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  13. Oh my I love that sweater & those rings!!!! Such a cute outfit you put ttogether! Hope you have a fabulous weekend!

    Nicole Rene
    http://nicolerenedesign.blogspot.com

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  14. Sad I didn't win but the lovely Elani gave me a coupn code I could not resist so I am now the owner of two fo her pieces {ok, they aren't in my home yet - but on their way} thanks for the intro. Still need to by Leigh's art before she goes all famous and pricey!

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  15. oh my gosh can I please have it all? That heart sweater and that tutu, yes please!
    xoxo

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  16. Gorgeous! Gorgeous! Gorgeous! I wish hubby and I would go out on Valentine's Day, he doesn't feel there is a need for occasion, I really should have married a romantic!!

    :) Hazel
    www.hazellovesdesign.com

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  17. word to your mother. friday is great. sunday nights (when im writing this) are a little less climatic. :)

    sigh, i love valentines day, too. i know it's forced, i know it's cheesy, but dang it- i love it. :)

    in fact, i love it so much... im assigning my students to take me out on the most romantic day in paris for class on tuesday. hah!! :)

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  18. word to you mother. friday and valentines day are completely the best. :) love your picks... i would take, oh, all of them. :)

    i'm celebrating by making my students take me around paris for "the most perfect valentines day in paris" for class. ha! :) ridiculous!

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  19. I seriously love that you flaunt color all the time ;) I am so thrilled you're a part of Friday's Fancies, my dear--with inspiration like that heart sweater (I NEED!) to those sweet rings, this round up wouldn't have been right without you! "see" you next week! xoxo {av}

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  20. What an absolutely stunning skirt (the blush color is beautiful) and blazer...so classic! Hope you are having a wonderful weekend and Happy Valentine's Day!!
    Toodles,
    Twirling Clare
    twirlingclare.blogspot.com

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  21. Such darling picks!!! Love the holiday since its so feminine! :) xx

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  22. The sweater is so cute! I really want it, though I'm not that much into Valentine's Day this year...

    Have a nice day!
    http://paperdollsquared.blogspot.com/

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