Monday, June 20, 2011

'How Now, A Rat?'


I've been loving the nasty heat NYC is known for but going down in the subway is a whole other thing. The air is so thick, you can cut it...I swear, it's as hot as hades down there...not the ideal place to take blog photos. But as I liked my outfit and had a willing photographer, I said what the hells!  (And each time the train rolled by, we got a nice gust of smelly, small debris filled, coolish wind to make it a bit more bearable).



REEEEALLY wanted the YSL Tributes (seen here) but unfortunately, I can't get them this summer due to some unforeseen events. However, I will have them on my feet by next spring!  In the meantime, I satiated my need for super tall platforms with these close lookalikes from Zara.



I kinda like the 14th street subway stop on the E line. The little statues are so whimsical, and they're littered all about and in the most unusual places.  Lovely little waste of taxpayer money and quite the diversion from the furry little guys that roam the tracks looking for something to munch on :) 








Wear your shirt dresses beneath your mini's ladies! The hem line is brilliant sticking out from beneath!


(pics by N. Murphy)


What I'm Wearing:
Shirt Dress:  Gap
Skirt: Armani Exchange Sample Sale - $20
Shoes: Zara
Belt: Anthropologie
Bag: Gucci
Rings: YSL, Free People
Watch: CoachPin It

107 comments:

  1. Great outfit, love the Gucci!

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  2. hooo great post!
    your bag is stunning

    come for a visit ...you'll find a GIVEAWAY


    ave

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  3. Fantastic pics. You look stunning as ever.
    It is very hot here, too, but I can feel how hot you are feeling.
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  4. Love this outfit,honey!You look great!xoxo

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  5. wow your bag is amazing! I love everything about this outfit. That belt with the bag is perfection.

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  6. Amazing pictures! Love the whole outfit, the shoes are amazing and I love your belt!! xx

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  7. i love your shoes and bag you are beatiful.

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  8. Love the shirt dress under a mini idea...its like playing peekaboo hehe.

    A Girl's Next Best Friend

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  9. Love this entire look! I think this might be one of my fav's by far!!!

    Roni

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  10. Nooooo I can't believe these pictures!! You took them in the subway!! You are great! And gorgeous!!!
    I got my 4th arty ring but not the silver one!
    xx
    http://dontcallmefashionblogger.blogspot.com

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  11. haha, i LOVE it! gucci bag is FIERCE, woman! and love the bracelet on your right wrist!

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  12. Haha perfect explanation of the pleasant subway winds. I love how fearless you are taking photos I can barely pose when one person is in the immediate area.

    Dearest,
    Fashion Nostalgia

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  13. I always love that subway stop! There are a few naughty ones of those little guys!
    And you look great :)

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  14. You look fabulous and cool as a cucumber. Awesome shoot location!

    xo.

    Angie

    Thehotnessyourmommawarnedyouabout.blogspot.com

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  15. very cute! I love the pop of red at the waist! great venue too , wish i lived in a city that had subways

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  16. Love your YSL oval! :)
    I can't seem to find GFC on your blog so am struggling to follow you back :(

    xx

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  17. you seem so comfortable in front of the camera. I love that. Oh and I know what you mean about the stations. I lived in NY for six years and the subways in the summertime were disgusting.

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  18. Cute shoes! Cute outfit. Great accessories!

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  19. Love this! You're so chic!




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    xo

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  20. I think these are my best fashion pics from u so far!

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  21. Lovely outfit!great denim dress.i really loved your accessories!all of them!!!u look so stylish!

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  22. loving the outfit, and the imagery u used in portraying the ny subway system; almost sounds appealing.

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  23. that belt is so cute and i totally know the subway station youre at :) used to take the L train to brooklyn there!

    <3 steffy
    Steffys Pros and Cons

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  24. wow, taking pictures in the subway station, sound like great adventure:)) you look very classic in this outfit, love your gucci bag!!
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  25. I was just looking for some "for now" pieces as well when it comes to replica designer furniture for my house. I think you're totally rocking those Zara platforms. Beautiful!

    Hope you have a wonderful day, Love.
    B.
    That Girl in Pearls

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  26. Another great outfit. Damn girl, do you never have a bad day lol. You can't really tell that those shoes are from Zara, they still look amazing even though they aren't YSL. Plus you are wearing a Gucci bag so you are definitely pulling it off.

    xoxo

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  27. You look great! I wish there was a subway here, or just more public transportation. more lightrails! I love your accessories, as usual :)

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  28. That second to last pic is awesome!!!! Such a "i don't care. i will rock this pic no matter if u stare" pic!!! i love bloggers like you!

    Candy
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  29. love the pop of color with the red belt!

    <3 Alison
    alisonscampusfashion.blogspot.com

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  30. You already know that iAlways looks you rings (:

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  31. OMG...I love your pictures!! Great styling suggestion on how to wear a shirt dress.

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  32. amazing look :) ! kisses ;*

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  33. amazing photos honey, I'm glad you took the chance to make some shots there! :)
    I adore your zara shoes, they are amazing with your outfit..

    I'm so glad you like the photos I took, you are so lovely.. :))
    xx

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  34. This outfit isnstunning! Love it so much! Very nice place by way. I understand it wasn't comfy but unusual and nice!

    Lyosha
    Inside and Outside blog

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  35. HI.. Hey I have similar bag from Gucci. ^^ do we have same taste?

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  36. I'm loving this outfit! Subway pictures are awesome, granted I've only really tried in the cooler months. I definitely applaud your dedication, it gets HOT down there!
    -Ellie

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  37. great outfits!
    i follow ;)

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  38. Muchas gracias por tu comentario!
    yo ya te sigo, me sigues tu ami?
    muchos besosss!

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  39. I love the YSL sandals too, but damn if the ones from Zara don't make me happy! Save your money, you are rockin those, well!!!!
    besos,lynn

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  40. Hey Hey!
    Dodge those furry critters at all cost! Love this look....I am majorly jelly jellz over your designer duds. Work it girl ; )

    Victoria
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  41. Your shoes & accessories are AMAZING!
    Love,
    Alicia Mi Mundo ❤

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  42. lovely outfit! your blouse is awesome!

    <3

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  43. Love your accessories and shoes!!! You have such interesting backgrounds in you photos!
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  44. Love love love this outfit on you darling.. You look so chic! That belt is so adorable! Love the location as well.. very creative!

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  45. Great outfit: casual and sexy at the same time. The accesories are fabulous ( the bag is awesome).

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  46. Wow. You look smokin hot in this outfit! I'm not gonna lie. I'm a little bit (a lot) jealous. Hehe. ;) I love your accessories as well! xo

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  47. I want YSL Tributes too! None for me this summer either!

    Love your watch - very unique!

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    xxx

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  48. Love that dress! It fits you so well!!

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  49. Beautiful pictures!

    I love your skirt, your heels, your accessories, your lipstick, everything!:) Your rings and watch are gorgeous!

    Thank you so much for your sweet message:)

    Kisses!
    Chrysa
    Stories and Sequins

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  50. These pics are lovely! You look great!

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  51. Love this look, my favorite one is the bag. I want that bag! your skirt is awesome too! xx Joice

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  52. loving these subway photos! You are one brave chica to withstand all that canned heat; it seriously is like Hades down there~
    And great idea! shirt dress + skirt, which also works as lining, awesomeeee~
    lovely shoes too! MAJOR props for walking in them :)
    I'm totally with you on lusting after them YSL Tributes...

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  53. Thank you!!! i lice tour sule, and tour blog is amazing!!! I follo you, and I home you'll follo me back!!
    Come back soon to' my blog,I'll be' waiting for you!

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  54. sweet rings and bag dear! <3

    xx
    okkydommy

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  55. You look sooo gorgeous! Love the Baby Budget Blog!
    <3

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  56. In love with the gucci,rings and the shoes! The subway is a piece of art! beijosss
    You look sexy!

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  57. Hi dear!!!ohhh you have a nice blog too, i like your style and pictures!!i follow you ok??kisses from Spain.
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  58. LOVE THE MIX, especially d shoe. real nice

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  61. oooh amazing ! I really love your ring and your shoes !!! In my city there is no subway damn !! Bus are so slow !!

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  62. OOOh thanks !! I will do !!!!!
    I love your blog ;)

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  63. Ooh I love your rings! Your whole outfit is so fab :) Love your blog...I'm now following.

    PS. Thanks for the comment!

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  64. Love the Gap shirt dress and how you styled it. Dying over your rings too

    love from San Francisco,
    Britt+Whit

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  65. Nice shoes! You are gorgeous <3 Love your blog very very much :)

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  66. Get'em gurrrl!!! Love it!

    Jeeda

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  67. Love that outfit!!! Have the same ring - it's just adorable!



    xx

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  68. Love the rings!

    xo

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  69. Nice photos! Love your blouse! Haha I enjoyed your post about the subway! Despite how how it can get there, I would really like to visit NYC one day! (:

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  70. hello, look gorgeous,, nice pics,,,great accessories....check my blog and if you like me follow me

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  71. i lived in NYC for a summer and i totally remember how hot the subways were!! i was always a pool of sweat before work!

    you look great :)

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  72. oh wow dont you look too fabulous for the subway im actually from ny as well i love those little figurines in that station theyre too adorable xx

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  73. those Zara stillettos looks comfortable upfront...and i like that Gucci bag, wow! This post too , i love everything I should know about NYC. I think I saw someone w similar blog title as yours...not sure but it says kinda "Budget Babe"

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  74. I can't imagine the heat in the subway. NYC streets are bad enough during the summer months. Drink lots of water :) You look awesome!

    xo katie elizabeth
    ohheyylife.blogspot.com

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  75. i adore your shoes. zara has the cutest stuff! plus your rings are amazing. :)

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  76. U look great, love the shoes!!!!

    xo Emma


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  77. Hey hun thanks for stopping by my blog. Of course I'll follow you :) love your style! Love this gucci bag. And you really needa get your booty to Vegas! I wish I lived in NY! Take care :)

    Jackie
    www.fashionationstreet.com

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  78. And thank you for your visit.
    I will come again.
    Do you join my contest?
    Xx liefs

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  79. I love the little statues - too cute! And you look gorgeous as per usual

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  80. loving your shoes and ysl rings! x

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  81. You look so gorgeous! I'm in love with your YSL ring. <3 Thanks for dropping by my blog. xx

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  82. I love the outfit! The bag is soooo cute!

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  83. Your outfit is adorable! I like the idea of the long shirt peeking out from the skirt. Great shoes, too.

    And I'm so glad you pointed out the Tom Otterness sculptures at 14th Street--I think so many people don't even notice them anymore!

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  84. can't wait till your next post!

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  85. Egad!! Despite the heat, you look super fresh and sparkly - I love your pics - such a great location with all the white tile and a bit of local art history:) I'm jumping out of my skin over the nail polish and rings!!!! Following you:) xo

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  86. love this monochromatic look! it's simple, classy and lovely. i also love your accessories, they just add the perfect pop of brightness! very nice!

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  87. Love your rings!
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  88. Really love those shots at the subway station even though it was so hot. I love the way you mixed a quite casual denim skirt with gorgeous stately golden jewels. wonderful.

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  89. You look flawless I love it :)
    I nominated you for an award stop by my blog for the details.

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  90. My favorite is the Soccer Practice outfit!

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