4.20.2012

Style File: Retro Summer Finds for under $45


Photo / Top 1 / Top 2 / Sunglasses 1 / Sunglasses 2 / Shorts / Tote / Sandals

Sometimes I swear I was supposed to be born in the Fifties. I just identify with the style culture, and way of life:) Don't you just want to jump in that photo and enjoy a summer day?

Fun links for the weekend:
A free set of arrow brushes (as used above) by the talented Ez.
Styled. Issue Six is a fresh take on Spring.
Can't get over how cute the Mini Rodini line for Poppy's Closet is.
This chevron dress from Stitched + Adorned. (!)
Domino has returned to newstands. Must find!
Love the EveryGirls's 10 Entree Salads for under $50

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3 Party DIY's
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Check back tomorrow's for an all new Real Talk over Coffee post!

Happy weekend!



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31 comments:

  1. FrancineApril 20, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    I love every part of this outfit... maybe I shoulda lived in the fifties too? :)

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  2. Beth @ dot...in the cityApril 20, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Great finds! I want summer :) I'm excited to hear Domino is back, loved it for the brief time it was out in the past! and I am totally digging that chevron dress from Stitched and Adorned.
    Happy Weekend!

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  3. monster cakesApril 20, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Love this inspiration board. Good finds girl! Have a great weekend.

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  4. S T E P H A N I E L E A N NApril 20, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    Can't wait for summer! I love the gingham :) Have a great weekend Anna!

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  5. hi-dApril 20, 2012 at 11:36 AM

    I can you totally see you as a 50's child.

    Happy Friday!
    Heidi

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  6. AnonymousApril 20, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    I love a bargin also! How adorbs is that yellow polka dot top? I think I'm too old to pull that off though....especially if this was circa 1950s!

    Have a fab weekend beautiful!

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  7. NancyApril 20, 2012 at 12:03 PM

    So cute! Thanks for putting this together!

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  8. AMY PALMERApril 20, 2012 at 12:14 PM

    Love all of these finds! Those shorts are too cute.

    -Amy
    http://theblankpagesblog.blogspot.com/

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  9. Natasha FatahApril 20, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    Super sweet Anna!

    xoxo
    ~Natasha Fatah~

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  10. KristaApril 20, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    Love those bright plaids paired with crisp white...lovely :)

    Have a great weekend Anna!

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  11. Sara FlynnApril 20, 2012 at 12:49 PM

    Love all of those looks! i enjoy you link up all your blog post from the week on Friday... that is a great idea. May have try that! :)

    Sara :)
    http://www.forkparty.com/20146/the-happiest-dog-in-the-world-video

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  12. JoApril 20, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    I Love this! I think I should have been born in the 50's too, it was such a great era. Thanks for commenting and following my blog!! It means a lot. :) Have a good weekend too!

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  13. RachApril 20, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    love the polka dot tank...I'm loving that these retro styles are coming back...makes thrifting a lot more successful!! love also that it means more modest styles are looking fresher and so "in"...hallelujiah for looking cute in the summer without showing the world what your momma gave you!

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  14. Redheaded DaybookApril 20, 2012 at 3:32 PM

    SUPER EXCITED FOR TOMORROW'S REAL TALK & COFFEE!!!!!
    and i love the retro look. dont think i have the features to pull it off, but its def a look i love!

    happy weekend girly! till tomorrow :)

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  15. alexis @ bloomed in juneApril 20, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    i know what you mean about wishing you were born in a different time...i definitely find myself wishing to live in a different era too-but i can never decide which one!

    loving all your finds though and i hope you have a great weekend!

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  16. Emily Lynne {The Best of this Life}April 20, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    I heart retro when it's done like this! So chic, so classy!
    Great outfit ideas....oh I want some gingham right now :)

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  17. MelissaApril 20, 2012 at 6:48 PM

    The yellow polka dot top is too wonderful. I'm sure there's no chance it would fit around my preggers belly right now. sad.

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  18. SaraApril 20, 2012 at 6:55 PM

    Such sweet finds! The yellow polka dot cami completely 'had me at hello' :)

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  19. Modern ButtercupApril 20, 2012 at 7:59 PM

    AWESOME POST! :)
    I am so looking forward to Summer and just love that tote... too cute! :)

    xoxo
    Nat

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  20. honey my heartApril 20, 2012 at 9:07 PM

    all of those options are so summer! i need to add more white and gingham to my life.

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  21. MartinaApril 21, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    Absolutely! The mix of sportive and feminine is just gorgeous. Happy weekend Anna!

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  22. JessicaApril 21, 2012 at 1:45 PM

    Such cute pieces! Gingham is always a winner.

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  23. Kimia KlineApril 21, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    ooo i love that tote + those sandals!

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  24. GiovannaApril 21, 2012 at 6:18 PM

    I'm right there with you girl! I love the fifties! Loving the first pair of sunnies and tote!

    xx
    Giovanna
    www.oliveandanarrow.com

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  25. Andi of My Beautiful AdventuresApril 21, 2012 at 9:03 PM

    Sooooo fabulous!

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  26. SheaApril 21, 2012 at 11:03 PM

    I want to buy every single one of these things, especially that cute yellow dotted top. And I loved those salads on the Everygirl blog too, I've got to make those!

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  27. Brandi JApril 22, 2012 at 2:23 AM

    I really enjoy reading your blog! I just started mine and would love for you to stop by!

    www.flairbybrandi.blogspot.com

    Brandi

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  28. OneCraftyFoxApril 22, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    OMGoodness, Anna, I LUVS this post so much!!

    Happy Weekend :)
    xoxo Diana

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  29. Katie's BlissApril 22, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    Love rocking a retro vibe! Cute clothing picks!

    KatiesBliss.com

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  30. NikkiApril 23, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    Totally! This makes me want to spend a week on a lake a la dirty dancing. Cute finds!

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  31. L.A. in the bayApril 24, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    oh my gosh I love all of this so much! so want to wear this!

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Love hearing from each of you. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts! <3

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