March 8, 2011

leopard love

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I have always had a bit of an adoration for animal print. My only problem was that I thought it suited so many other people, but never thought that I could wear it in a practical way without looking like a character out of Austin Powers. I love leopard print with the tan and brown colors - it is so pretty! I took the plunge last year and finally got myself this cardigan. True love at first sight with this bad boy..and the love affair has kept going through the years. Speaking of love affairs, lets toss the leopard out the window for a new york minute and talk about these desert boots I just got. You see, my love for desert boots started when I saw the most amazing pair on the Madewell website, but I never got around to ordering any for myself. Enter Forever 21...who always saves the day, with prices that dont make you cry and beg for mercy. I am in love!

Have a fantastic rest of your Tuesday. I have had such a lovely week hanging out with my Dad. Love that guy so much. Au revoir sweet ones. xo

Cardigan - Cotton On
Blouse - Vintage
Trousers - Portmans
Booties - Forever 21
Necklace - Betsey Johnson c/o Romwe


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49 comments:

  1. Erin and CarolineMarch 8, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Wowww, what a fierce cardigan! It looks great on you! I've also always been scared that I could never pull off animal print. My sister adores it and Erin likes it too... I think it looks really good on both of them, but I've always been a little bit too intimidated myself. But maybe I'll give it a shot some time in the future? :)

    - Caroline (http://keepcalmandstyleon.blogspot.com)

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  2. CassieMarch 8, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    OMG. That necklace. I'm sure I need that. haha.

    Lovely photos my dear!

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  3. Meg!March 8, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    How are you so badass? This outfit rules! Everything about it! I can't itemize because it's useless. But I really REALLY like the cardi. ;)

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  4. Charlotte Cantillon (Crowley)March 8, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    wow, I love absolutely everything about this outfit!!
    You are so fabulous, Kate!!

    Charlotte xxx

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  5. KuleighMarch 8, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    This outfit is fierce! I like wearing heels every once in a while because it gives me a boost of confidence that sometimes we short(er) ladies need! I like the longer length of this cardi and the buttons on that top are so lady-like!

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  6. leigh annMarch 8, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    I la-la-love those pants!
    <3 leigh

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  7. UnknownMarch 8, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    love love love everything about this outfit, the locket is to die for!!!

    http://mansfieldfamilyblog.blogspot.com/

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  8. AnonymousMarch 8, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    This is one of my fave outfits of yours! I do love a bit of leopard. Your hair looks so pretty too!

    x

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  9. SylviaMarch 8, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    oh what a perfect look! the blouse and the pants are chic perfection, then add on the cardi and you've got some major personality! super cute, chica!

    xo,
    i wander, i wonder

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  10. callieMarch 8, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    SO FIERCE. Everything about this is just awesome Your legs look a mile long in these photos- I really can't believe you're only 5'! Gosh, you are such a beauty!!! xoxo

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  11. AnonymousMarch 8, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    I love this outfit, you looks great! x

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  12. Erin and CarolineMarch 8, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Awesome outfit. I love the cardigan. I too just got into animal print. But it adds the right amount of sass to an outfit when done right. Like what you did here! :):)


    -erin (http://keepcalmandstyleon.blogspot.com)

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  13. Chloe MarieMarch 8, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Great outfit, Kate! Love the grr face, so fierce. That necklace is darling as well. I'm another one who likes leopard print on others but I never get round to being able to style it myself, sigh! x

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  14. UnknownMarch 8, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Oh goodness, that cardigan is wonderful! I've always been a bit intimidated by leopard print, but you wear it so well! :)

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  15. RhitbeeMarch 8, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Aaahhh Kate I love this look! You're pulling off the leopard like nobody's business and most of all I love your pants!

    Xo Robyn

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  16. maggeygraceMarch 8, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    I've been loving your blog SOOO much these days and I don't even know why because I've always loved you and your blog! Maybe it's because of your adorable video and I feel like I know you more and everything is just so much more adorable now that we all know how adorable you, yourself, are!

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  17. out of orderMarch 8, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    this is so fabulous and understated! I totally thought the sweater was a fancy blazer ;)

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  18. StephanieMarch 8, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    These photos are so gorgeous and I'm in love with your outfit. Great buy with the booties too, I wish I had a forever 21 near me. Apparently ordering online isn't very good as they take ages to deliver. Hope you're having a great week lovely xxx

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  19. AnonymousMarch 8, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    love the leopard! and that pant/shoe combo is goooood, girl.


    xoxo

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  20. JulieMarch 8, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    You teamed the leopard cardigan pretty well! I love the outfit :)

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  21. KcMarch 8, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    So jealous of your cardy!! ;) I'm on the hunt for a leopard print scarf...I hope I can find one with a bit of character and not some chain store thing...I'll keep looking :)

    Kc

    http://a-sparkley-silver-lining.blogspot.com/

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  22. My Heart BloggedMarch 8, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    I love that cardigan. That necklace is awesome, I really like the hearts on it.
    My Heart Blogged

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  23. The Semi SweetMarch 8, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    Awesome outfit, as usual!! I think you pull off the leopard print really well:)
    And I really love those boots too!

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  24. devorelebeaumonstre.March 8, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    OH that cardigan! I love it! x



    devorelebeaumonstre.com

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  25. eleanorMarch 8, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Oh Kate... can we swap hair?? PLEASE? It always looks so shiny and healthy and thick and beautiful. I'm jealous!

    This outfit is wonderful, I love all these items together. I have a similar cardigan I bought on a whim in Singapore that looks a little silly on me, but you've inspired me to wear it again :)

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  26. Lydia ArmstrongMarch 8, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    This outfit looks great on you! I like the last shot.

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  27. AlexMarch 8, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    you look adorable and I always love your posts! How did you get such an amazing style?! Seriously! hahaha And oh! I was wearing a leopard cardigan today too :p

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  28. AprilMarch 8, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    If I had that sweater, I would wear it everyday. I have a new t-shirt that I'm in love with and I've been wearing it everyday (in the privacy of my own home). haha

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  29. WoodsMarch 8, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    always make me laugh! You look awesome,KM
    That leopard print cardigan look so great and elegant and classy on you! nice pants too

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  30. lizMarch 8, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    I LOVE your necklace! I am still so hesitant with leopard print, I think what I have is too small of a print, which oddly enough seems to attract more attention in my mind.

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  31. Jamie-Lee BurnsMarch 8, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    I have a soft spot for leopard print too! you look so cute, and lolz at the third to last one xx

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  32. Estefany @ The Helmet HeadMarch 9, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    You look beautiful!
    I really like how you seem to have so much fun in your pics =). Love it!

    xoxo

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  33. GertrudeMarch 9, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    That necklace is lovely! You look gorgeous x

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  34. Rachel, Cold KneesMarch 9, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    I love a bit of leopard print as well, and love how you've paired it with a pretty vintage blouse! The desert boots are lovely dear :) x

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  35. MilaMarch 9, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    Aaaah I need that cardi :)

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  36. jackiekMarch 9, 2011 at 3:55 AM

    oh my gosh i love the cardi! you pull of leopard fabulously! have a fun week with your dad :)

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  37. KayeMarch 9, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    love love love the booties! I've been looking for a pair for ages and those look so good on you! and the cardigan is awesome <3

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  38. MirandaMarch 9, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Great look, I like how you put it all together. The blouse is lovely.

    Miranda
    www.indcfashion.com

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  39. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    You look good in leopard Kate! I haven't given animal prints a try, but according to my mom, I'm following in her style footprints. If that's true, I'll have my leopard phase in about...15 years hahaha. :) I love that blouse of yours AND your new shoes! F21 really does save the day with cheap prices hehe!

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  40. JacquelineMarch 9, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    You are so cute! I love this outfit. I just found your blog and following you now! I am petite too and the same height!
    please stop by my blog to say hi!
    xoxo
    http://www.hourglass-fashion.blogspot.com

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  41. geeMarch 9, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    meow!!! i love this whole look beautiful! <3
    i seriously am in love with your cardigan.
    you put this whole look together beautifully.
    have a wonderful wednesday love.
    xoox

    ps. please please please let your package come today!!!!!!!!!!
    next time i am just going to drive to canada and deliver the package myself. ugh. i am so sorry that the postal service as it hostage. :(

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  42. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    this is a prefect outfit, I love the jacket-cardigan !

    See U !

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  43. monster cakesMarch 9, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    Something about your amazing hair with this jacket, those pants, (and don't even get me started on the fabulous shoes), is just perfect. Meow! You look good today girl. : )

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  44. fashionist__aheadMarch 9, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    amazing outfit..!!!
    i love it..
    :)))))))))))

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  45. JuliaMarch 9, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    I adore your hair here -- it looks so shiny and beautiful! Have missed you a lot; I'm finally blogging again...anyway, glad to see you're still here, and more beautiful than ever!

    xo Julia

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  46. RebeccaMarch 9, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    gorgeous outfit! i'm so glad i found your blog. i don't own very many prints but i'm really loving for cardigan. and goodness those shoes. you look great!

    rebeccawithanR

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  47. SavannahMarch 9, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Everything about this is to die for. That cardi is on another level.
    I am definitely wearing leopard print tomorrow!

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  48. Ashley and ElaineMarch 9, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Your outfit is amazing! I love your pants! They are so hard to find! Truly Perfect! And you totally rock the animal print.

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  49. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    You seem super sweet! ^^ I had to leave a comment & wish you welcome to check out my blog aswell. Hoping to become each others followers, at least I loved your blog:>

    Nice outfit, I have a huge leopard cardigan and LOVE it. :)

    Hihi and that post about the abandoned house, it was funny & scary - although somehow I'd love to visit one..


    greetings from Finland,
    Indie by Heart

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