Tuesday, February 7, 2012

'As Flies to Wanton Boys Are we to [Sales]'

I saw these oxfords at Lord & Taylor at the beginning of the Winter season, fondled them, smelled the new leather but resignedly put them back. At $195, they had to be left behind. Fast forward a couple of months and a sick sale (in December for those of you who think I went back on my shopping ban promise) and a price tag of $51 and well, that's why there's blog pics of them now.  Snagged them in black as well.

Thought I'd have some fun with them and pair them with this sheer maxi from Free People, my harness belt and floppy hat.  







What I'm Wearing:
Oxfords: J Litvack via Lord & Taylor
               Orig. Price: $195.00
                Paid: $51.00
Free People Sheer Maxi
Sweater: BCBG
Harness: Etsy
Hat: Asos
Rings: NYC Street Vendor, Forever 21 
Lipstick: Mac

Hope of A Flattering Tale did a little spotlight on me! First time I was asked some background information about me and my blog so it was uber cool! Check out her questions and my answers here!

and

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75 comments:

  1. UnknownFebruary 7, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    Love your shoes like always!! Great look!! The maxi skirt is just perfect!!!!

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  2. Despina T.February 7, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    simply amazing!love the skirt and the shoes :)

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  3. VivFebruary 7, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    love the shoes! what a great buy!.. this whole outfit is perfect on you.. adore the harness detailing as well :)


    myblissisthisway.blogspot.com

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  4. Candyce NicoleFebruary 7, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    LOVE this!!

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  5. Tavia MacFebruary 7, 2012 at 10:27 AM

    That harness is sick!!! Love it! I like how you styled this look.

    ~Tavia
    www.ninetofly.blogspot.com

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  6. UnknownFebruary 7, 2012 at 10:28 AM

    this skirt is wonderful and harness amazing!

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  7. ashiFebruary 7, 2012 at 10:28 AM

    wow! first thing I said when i saw this, the maxi mixed with the sweater= gorg! and that harness is such a lovely accessory. great finds!
    enjoy the rest of your week!
    http://ironyofashi.blogspot.com/

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  8. AlinaFebruary 7, 2012 at 10:33 AM

    Wow...great outfit!Love everything about it!

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  9. Olga BabenkoFebruary 7, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    very nice look!
    ^____^
    kisses&hugs from
    http://fashionkuraga.blogspot.com

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  10. ImpresssjaFebruary 7, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    Surprise me with your style. very positive surprises :)

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  11. MonsterchenFebruary 7, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    wow you look simply stunning all in black! love your maxiskirt and the harness, i need one too! oh girl your blog is really a pleasure for my eyes;)
    and yes it is very hard to find some cool retro swimsuit:( well two years ago i found one here:
    http://www.seafolly.com/international
    love and kiss,mary

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  12. burbujitabebeFebruary 7, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    cool!!!
    nice to see u again! ^.^
    kisses!
    http://eldiariodeshyris.blogspot.com/

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  13. Selvaggia CapizziFebruary 7, 2012 at 11:33 AM

    One of your best outfits ever!!! I love those shoes and that skirt is amazing!!!! that sort of holster? You genius!!

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  14. dian ajeng maharaniFebruary 7, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    dear sweetie,
    i always love reading your blog and when i missed one of your post, i will read it all and im sorry for commenting over and over again!
    aww dear, i love sale too!!! and i envy you because you always have great item find! those shoes are definitely adorable! you just took my breath away. so gorgeous and i just cant pick one favorite piece! your sheer skirt is amazing too! you are fashion!

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  15. HUMANITYISBEAUTIFULFebruary 7, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    i love, love, love this look! wow :)))

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  16. AshleyFebruary 7, 2012 at 12:11 PM

    Fantastic oxfords, and what a steal!

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  17. Liz LizoFebruary 7, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    Love what you've done with the harness, totally works.Great deal on those oxfords. You look gorgeous.

    xx
    Liz Lizo
    VOGUED-OUT

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  18. UnknownFebruary 7, 2012 at 12:23 PM

    Gorgeous sheer maxi!!!! Love your blog as well so I am following you. Will be great if you follow me back:)

    http://stylewithoutlimits.blogspot.com/

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  19. Vanessa V.February 7, 2012 at 12:51 PM

    I love this look! Well done :)

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  20. MaddieFebruary 7, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    Wow such a fabulous outfit! Love the color of your shoes!!

    callmemaddie.blogspot.com

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  21. azuFebruary 7, 2012 at 1:21 PM

    You look beautiful! I love the skirt with your oxfords. And your harness is the perfect touch! Really fab look :)

    xoxo
    www.ravenhaireddoll.blogspot.com

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  22. Audrey BFebruary 7, 2012 at 1:36 PM

    Love that sheer maxi skirt! www.casualglamorous.com

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  23. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2012 at 1:49 PM

    Charming style. (:

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  24. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2012 at 2:11 PM

    oh oh oh! Really fun outfit...there are so many unique, great things going on here...loving that clever harness belt and the sheer maxi...really flattering ot you! Those shoes are fun too :)

    <3 cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

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  25. DaniellaFebruary 7, 2012 at 2:24 PM

    Super love this outfit!!!! Those shoes are amazing. Love how you have styled them with the sheer maxi and sweater! The Harness in tan is the perfect edgy touch. :)

    Take care,Daniella xox

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  26. christianFebruary 7, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    Love the skirt! looks stylish as always!
    xo

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  27. PikstyFebruary 7, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    That maxi skirt and harness belt are so cute and of course the shoes work.

    Piksty :-)

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  28. RaindropsofSapphireFebruary 7, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    I adore your shoes! I just found your blog and I think it's really cute! I hope you will be able to check out my blog too, it's a personal style and fashion blog from England. I would love it if you could stop by! Thanks! :) :)

    www.raindropsofsapphire.com

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  29. LalaFebruary 7, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    Love love love this outfit. I like that you wore a floppy hat...I always feel non-snuggly hats aren't appropriate for winter but I still like them on other people so I'm not sure why I can't let myself wear them! :)x

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  30. CharmaineFebruary 7, 2012 at 2:50 PM

    Love, love, love the outfit.

    http://mybwd.blogspot.com

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  31. Heather CavanaughFebruary 7, 2012 at 2:59 PM

    OOOO I never thought of pairing a sheer skirt with a longer sweater. Such a wonderful uique look.

    http://fashionistanygirl.blogspot.com/

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  32. GAZTE BATFebruary 7, 2012 at 4:12 PM

    I LOVE YOUR OUTFIT!!
    Fantastic :)

    LOVE FROM
    http://charmingflopy.blogspot.com/

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  33. Lydia ArmstrongFebruary 7, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    This is easily one of my favorite outfits I've seen of yours yet. I love it!! This is one of those outfits that make you want to see what you have in your own closet that could possibly look this cool. I enjoyed reading your interview-- I have a friend who lives in Astoria!

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  34. The Marcy StopFebruary 7, 2012 at 4:31 PM

    cute shoes! love the way you styled this whole look.
    xxLauren

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  35. m.February 7, 2012 at 4:36 PM

    Great skirt I'd love to wear sth like that but it's -16 C outside here in Poland!!! The idea with the harness is sth I'll be trying difinitely

    XXXX

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  36. JoandyFebruary 7, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    love your transparent skirt, can't wait to wear something like it!!!

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  37. Hélène Marie JeanneFebruary 7, 2012 at 5:02 PM

    there's something that skirt combined with those very shoes!! :) I really liked your blog and am now your newest follower!!! :D
    I'm glad you liked my photos! :D

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  38. Living_in_aShoeFebruary 7, 2012 at 5:49 PM

    beautiful dress!

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  39. DeppaFebruary 7, 2012 at 6:55 PM

    Lucky girl! I know how it feels!!!

    Lovely outfit, I love your skirt and that "belt/something" very unique :)

    See you.

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  40. JuseneideFebruary 7, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    you are rocking with this look :D
    kisses

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  41. BunnieFebruary 7, 2012 at 8:56 PM

    Love this! So unique, love the belty thing :)


    xo

    Haylee

    http://www.dolledupdaily.com

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  42. ~Jeimy~February 7, 2012 at 9:06 PM

    Im in love with that belt shoes entire outfit !!!

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  43. Clara TurbayFebruary 7, 2012 at 9:22 PM

    Fabulous pics and adorable style.

    http://paquetevistasbien.blogspot.com

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  44. Fashion Confessions of a MommyFebruary 7, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    This is too edgy beyond words. I love that unique belt. Keeping everything black showcased it well. The sheer skirt is super cool.
    Congrats on the feature.
    Daphne.

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  45. Jen @ redsolesandredwineFebruary 7, 2012 at 9:54 PM

    What a deal! Love.

    Red Soles and Red Wine

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  46. Bravoe RunwayFebruary 7, 2012 at 10:49 PM

    That is an awesome deal! $51?? I also love the sheer maxi skirt overlay and your hat, harness, this outfit is awesome Amy :)

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  47. KassiFebruary 7, 2012 at 10:57 PM

    Great oxfords! Way to snag them for a great price! That harness belt is the greatest thing I've seen recently. I now really want one. you look amazing!

    http://theclosetintervention.blogspot.com/

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  48. HopeFebruary 7, 2012 at 11:23 PM

    Looking fabulous, as usual!! Thanks for the link. :)

    -Hope
    www.aflatteringtale.com

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  49. mispapelicosFebruary 8, 2012 at 4:19 AM

    Stunning and soooooooo chic.
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  50. Steph Yt.February 8, 2012 at 5:11 AM

    Super cute!
    p.s thanks for the lovely comment hun!

    xxx
    -S

    http://www.gingerandlace.blogspot.com

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  51. ImpresssjaFebruary 8, 2012 at 5:44 AM

    when the new styling?

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  52. AmandaFebruary 8, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    oh wow this is soo cool!

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  53. la vie quotidienneFebruary 8, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Gorgeous....Super Klasse Outfit my Dear,

    I love your dress, in my post of Koralina Kurkova you can see same like this:

    http://laviequo.blogspot.com/2012/02/karolina-kurkova-vs-eva-padberg.html

    Today i buy in Nelly and Zara, you can look in:

    http://laviequo.blogspot.com/2012/02/happy-end.html

    XOXO from Munich

    La Vie Quotidienne

    www.laviequo.com

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  54. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    WOW!!

    You look ultra fab girl. And, those shoes, belt, the complete outfit, super fun and absolutely innovative <3

    *winner post*

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  55. MalanBFebruary 8, 2012 at 12:08 PM

    You look is crazy good! I am loving your style

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  56. Dani*LaLaFebruary 8, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    Absolutely love the harness belt so cute. Now only to find the guns to go with it =).

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  57. maphi bayoloFebruary 8, 2012 at 1:30 PM

    amazing outfit xoxo

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  58. MelodyFebruary 8, 2012 at 1:38 PM

    Love your blog and your style! :)

    teaandbubbly.blogspot.com

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  59. Jelena ZivanovicFebruary 8, 2012 at 1:55 PM

    And I thought it was a dress, silly me!:D I love love love the skirt + sweater combo!!!!!
    kisses

    Jelena
    glamfabchameleon.blogspot.com

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  60. Chicago Chic February 8, 2012 at 5:32 PM

    This outfit is AMAZING and I think you wear it better than anyone else could. I have seen harnesses like this, I adore wearing new unique accessories like this!! You inspire me! (shoes are incred too)

    xRachel

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  61. ThevisionarybutterflyFebruary 8, 2012 at 6:03 PM

    I had to come see what my favorite Lady is wearing today and you did not disappoint, that hat is setting off the harness belt so right ;)

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  62. UnknownFebruary 8, 2012 at 7:05 PM

    Another great and inspiring look, love the maxi and harness.
    xx
    5th&6th

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  63. JerricaFebruary 8, 2012 at 7:10 PM

    YAY awesome snag. I love this sheer dress and sweater the harness adds a nice touch. I wish I could run into more great sales.

    De,
    Fashion Nostalgia

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  64. AprilFebruary 8, 2012 at 7:29 PM

    i love how you style your tunic sweater with that sheer maxi..love your shoes too :)

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  65. Clara TurbayFebruary 8, 2012 at 9:59 PM

    Love it all. http://paquetevistasbien.blogspot.com

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  66. UnknownFebruary 8, 2012 at 10:20 PM

    Hello Sweetie,

    Just wanted to drop by and say i love your blog. Hope you have an amazing week full of lots of beautiful things.
    Feel free to drop past my blog if you have time =)

    -Mia xoxo
    http://naturezfinest.blogspot.com/
    http://mias101challenge.blogspot.com/2012/01/day-zero-project.html

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  67. Lucy KennedyFebruary 9, 2012 at 7:33 AM

    I love the harness and the shoes!
    xx

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  68. arti-arteFebruary 9, 2012 at 6:21 PM

    hey im always honored when you visit my blog & comment,thanx so much.that sheer skirt is amazing + your whole ensemble

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  69. JeedaFebruary 10, 2012 at 6:49 AM

    The harness is ill (had to take it way back for this one;)!!! Love this!
    www.swoonblog.com

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  70. UnknownFebruary 10, 2012 at 10:43 AM

    you look gorgeous.. x

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  71. CriFebruary 11, 2012 at 4:06 PM

    I say just one thing: WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  72. ANIFebruary 12, 2012 at 8:52 AM

    love it! amazing! :) ANI http://aniscatwalk.blogspot.com/

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  73. The Tiny ClosetFebruary 15, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    I love this outfit - so so cool! The brown accenting makes it artsy and unusual. The shoes - girl those shoes are stunning and I want them. I want them! Way to rock this whole ensemble.

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  74. MariannaFebruary 15, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    I tried a similar Zara skirt and i thought that it would look totally awesome and stunning on me and....NO! It looked terrible :( :( :( sad face sad face. and now i am jealous of how nice the skirt looks on you.

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  75. Cortnie ElizabethFebruary 16, 2012 at 11:39 PM

    Love everything about this look! The oxfords are amazing! The rings, the harness...ugh...love it!

    So glad we FINALLY got to meet :)

    xo,Cortnie
    http://stylelustpages.com

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