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I wear my grandma's clothes (part 2)...

Tuesday, April 23, 2013



The last time I wore my grandma's clothes, I was on a lovely weekend getaway to Washington D.C.  This time around, I worked, went to a birthday party, and attempted (errm...failed) a mission to see the Aurora Borealis.  

In any case, this lovely tunic was another find from Grandma's attic.  It had a really lovely skirt (paging the early 1980s), so I took the top and tried to make it work.  It amazes me how things that have been hiding away for multiple decades can come out, freshen up, and still look good.  I got so many compliments on this silly elephant print tunic!  What can I say?  Granny's got taste!  








Tunic c/o my grandma's attic
Shorts/booties c/o Charlotte Russe
Necklace c/o ebay
Envelope clutch c/o Akira Chicago

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51 comments on "I wear my grandma's clothes (part 2)... "
  1. using your grandma's clothes without looking old (y)

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  2. super cool look! I'd like my grandma have clothes like yours!

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  3. adore your necklace!

    aga
    http://shadesofvoguish.blogspot.com/

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    1. Thanks! I imported it from China! This was my first chance to wear it!

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  4. amazing tunic and boots !<3
    great ;d

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  6. LOVELY BLOG :)

    PS DOING A MAC GIVEAWAY ON MY BLOG WHEN I REACH 200 FOLLOWERS :)

    XOXO rorolovesbeauty.blogspot.com

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  7. I would have never guessed this was a grandma tunic!
    You styled it perfectly!!

    xo BK

    http://www.fxshionwasted.blogspot.com

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    1. It looks ridiculous without the belt... and the skirt that matched... oh, it was not pretty, but I think I managed to give this a pretty good new lease on life! The print is so much fun!

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  8. Your tunic is great, I love the whole look! Grandma's clothes are always a great idea, I found an awesome shirt at her wardrobe recently :)

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  9. love the outfit!

    velvetchanel.blogspot.pt

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  10. Love the tunic! it may be old but its looks fab! your granny has nice taste :D haha

    xx Janice

    UnwrittenDetails.blogspot.com

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    1. This print was definitely surprising to find in her attic. She normally doesn't wear things quite this bold!

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  11. Oh I absolutely love your tunic!So beautiful!
    And I love how you combined it with those cute heels!

    xoxo

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    1. Thanks! It was amazing that I already had accessories that complimented the colours in the tunic!

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  12. wow great look & nice photos!!!
    Maybe we follow each other!?
    Let me know :)

    Greetings

    www.YulieKendra.com

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  13. That tunic is so pretty! :D

    xx MJ
    http://shopaholic-thoughts.blogspot.pt/

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  14. Great outfit! You look gorgeous! I love the smart way you put all the pieces together. :)

    I'm already following your blog, I like your posts, your blog have great content :) I invite you to follow me too. I will coming back looking what's new up here.

    Kisses
    -Anna
    annasmirror.blogspot.com

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  15. You look amazing, and I love your shoes! ;)

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  16. aaaaw! this is so sweet and beautiful, girl! I love how you mixed that gorgeous tunic with that neon necklace and booties since their color are like the tunic's colors. amazing, and you look wonderful!
    I got a few pieces from my grandma after she passed away last year, and I'm so looking forward to alter them so I can wear it too...
    best wishes!
    Elsey
    http://whisperingstyle.blogspot.com/

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    1. Thanks! It was amazing that I already had accessories to match the tunic! I'm sorry for your loss. I hope you're able to get creative and keep good memories alive!

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  17. Go grandma for having that tunic!!! The whole get-up is wonderful.

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  18. cute!! love the top and those shoes are AWESOME!!

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  19. Well, your grandma's clothes looks great on you. I love it!


    Raven On a Desk

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  20. Love this outfit, sooo much! Thanks for the follow, def' followed back!

    D'ana
    www.collectionsandvolumes.com

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  21. This is so cool! Big like from me! Love it

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  22. I think my granny has started hiding all her beautiful garments because a while ago every time I went to her place I raided her closet and found TONS of great items! I guess it's because fashion right now really has the moto "old is new" .. so my winter went by with granny's sweaters and everything .. Loving it! That tunic = infinite love! :)

    Http://zerxzastyle.blogspot.com

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    1. I love recycled fashion! Eco-friendly and on-trend!

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  23. Lovely tunic you got there! But I also love the necklace! ;)

    http://sanjaburgundy.blogspot.com/2013/04/have-you-got-your-little-black.html

    http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/4060700

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  24. Beautiful look!!! you are so pretty!!! would you like to follow each other?
    Besos, desde EspaƱa, Marcela♥

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  25. Thanks for visiting my blog last month Signe! I hope you follow along my fruitful journey. ;) Also, I absolutely love your shoes and necklace in this post. SO cute!

    ♥Julianne
    leanandgreenmachine.blogspot.com



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