Feb 3, 2011

The blues are still blue.

I call this my "Patriot Dress" because, well, it reminds me of the movie "The Patriot". I love it so much that I will continue to find reasons to wear it even though it's completely and utterly OTT. And just in case it wasn't completely OTT, I went and added a feather "headband". It's such a pretty feather that I violently ripped off of a lavender hat I got the other day. My spontaneous rip left a small hole in the lovely hat but when you are too excited at the idea of putting a feather on your head the simple task of finding a pair of scissors seems far too complicated!

Oh, how I love layers of lace....









(Dress- c/o ROMWE, Tights- JCrew, Trench- Lara)

Also, Birdie was due for some girlie time since she's just been playing with dogs in the mud lately. She got a bath and a pretty polka dot dress with a Peter Pan collar. Once I added the belt and saw how her feet are crossed in the second picture I almost died from her cuteness. After I took it off she found it in my closet and almost broke the belt chewing it up. She can only be girlie for about 5 minutes a day. :) It's hard to believe how much we love this little gal!

And for the record, she likes dressing up because she gets treats.






Hope you have a lovely day and tons of wonderful things happen. :)

Xo Coury

77 comments:

  1. LalaFebruary 3, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Ooh, I love the colour combination of the pale dress and the jewel tights. Plus the feather of course :) And Birdie looks so adorable in her dress!

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  2. blablaFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    I LOVE your dress and what a cute, cute dog!!

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  3. AmyFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    That has to be the most glorious dress I've EVER laid eyes on. I gasped out loud when I saw it! So pretty. And I love how you've styled it with the loafers. Absolutely perfect in every way!!

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  4. Kitsune-kunFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    those tights are pretty fantastic. ha is the dog wearing one of your tops?

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  5. Rebecca MaureenFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    I was nearly completely distracted by how baby like and amazingly adorable Birdie looked by that...I have never used this word before but it's the first one that came to mind when I saw that feathered headband...fantabulous. It's so incredible I had to use a combo word to describe it's beauty. In love. I can't get over it :)

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  6. ediotFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    you're just so amazingly cute- you have such doll like features, in a good way. and i always find myself being incredibly inspired by your styling.
    hope you're having a nice week
    xx

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  7. monster cakesFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    I about fell of my chair laughing at the picture of your dog's dress. You are too cute. I think my giant pit bull pups would have a conniption fit if I put them in polka dots.

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  8. Nicole DaoFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    I love your headband! It goes perfectly with your bangs. And your pup is terrific! I have a pomeranian, but I've always wanted a Boston Terrier.

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  9. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    the pics of Birdie are so cute, love crossed legs, adorable!

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  10. aprileverydayFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    I loveeee this dress! Especially with the red tights and the loafers! Awwh your dog is the cutest in that dress, especially with her legs crossed haha! :)

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  11. AmberFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    that dress is a gem..i would live in that dress

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  12. Devon RachelFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    This is BY FAR my fave look! It is so fabulous. Love the puppy too!

    xox

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  13. VickiFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    love this outfit, beautiful!! LOVE your turquoise square ring!! please can u tell where its from? xo :)

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  14. MirkaFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    What a wonderful dress! Both yours and the doggy one too :D

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  15. veronika, tick tock vintage.February 3, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    this is gorgeous! it reminds me of something that marie antionette might wear to bed.

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  16. Griffin and GretchenFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    You are so beautiful! That coat was made for that blue dress.

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  17. Artfully AwearFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    This is SO gorgeous! That dress is perfect, and I love how you paired it with the feather to solidify the colonial-ness of it :) And Birdie is just too sweet!

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  18. Hadassah's FateFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    omg the dress is everything I've ever wanted! and I love the Patriot :-)

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  19. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    I am IN LOVE with this outfit && Birdie's too! And the second picture of Birdie is adorable! :)

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  20. SidFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    i love the colours that you've used. the mix is great

    xxx

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  21. Belle de CoutureFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Love this, u are darrrlinggg ... and your pup is so freakin' adorable.

    xx
    Jen

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  22. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    the dress is gorgeous! and speaking of gorgeous, Birdie looks absolutely divine in her cute little dress! ^,^

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  23. tiffany.February 3, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    ahhhh O-T-T, Shmoe-T-T ...i like it! and I hope you wore it in public!!
    PS. saw your comment on my "tattoo tuesday" post ...i totally can't imagine you with tattoos Coury X-)...therefore yes, they would need to be temporary tattoos!

    xo.
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  24. Cinnamon WrenFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Wow, I love your style...
    The top verges on costume and that is just what I love. Tops that look victorian, or skirts that look Russian, etc.
    And then you had to post adorabls cute pix of your pup, as well!
    Too much!
    ...in a good way.
    ^_^

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  25. amandaFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    just gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!!! love everything about it :) the dress is so pretty and i love that you wore cinnamon colored tights with it. unexpected but super awesome.

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  26. brookeFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    ... yur gorgeous!! Can yu plzz look at my blog, and tell me how i can improve it. Im new:/ Id very much appreciate it. my blog is www.faithfamilyfriendsfashion.blogspot.com thanks

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  27. kelly annFebruary 3, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    ohmygosh, that DRESS. it's beautiful! seriously... swooooon. and i love the feather in your hair. everything about this outfit is GOOD.

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  28. UnknownFebruary 3, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    Haha! That dress is amazing - I especially love the lace-up detail at the back. That coat is also a little bit "Patriot" too. And your tights are the perfect color brown! I have been looking for tights that color.

    ...and SQUEEE DOGGGIE!! her little feet and that little dress - it really is all dangerously cute.

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  29. MMunevarFebruary 3, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    I love that dress!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  30. UnknownFebruary 3, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    The crossed paws are too adorable to handle!

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  31. LaineyFebruary 3, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    This is probably the most magnificent dress I've ever seen! You look so beautiful as always. Such a unique dress!

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  32. aninaFebruary 3, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    omg. birdie is too cute!!!!

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  33. UnknownFebruary 3, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    ohh this dress is pretttyyyy! and i always love your coat,looks amazing with the dress. and to birdie,oh you're such a cute girl! :)

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  34. ElsaFebruary 3, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    haha love the photos with Birdie! But I think you shouldn't dress your dog up if she doesn't like it, anyways it made for a good laugh!

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  35. The WhimsisFebruary 3, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Hi!
    How are you today???
    Your dog is so cute with this dress... I have to try this with my cat... not sure it will work with her!

    I wondering if you sell your pink shoes with the little pompom? Because I dream of those every night!!! PLEAAAAAASE!!

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    Many kisses

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  36. KellyJoyFebruary 3, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    That dress is so pretty and you styled it so well too! Love the feather accent too:)

    And what can I say about your cute dog! She's so adorable in that dress and the added belt is just too cute for words:D

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  37. Little Tree VintageFebruary 3, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    so so so lovely. i love your turqoise ring as well, gorgeous dress my dear!

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  38. AnnikaFebruary 3, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    that dress. my. god. it's amazing. i don't think there's any proper word to describe it's fantasticness.
    i know what i want for my birthday!!!

    Escape

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  39. Sarah DeeFebruary 3, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Your clothes are so cool!!! I adore your dress!

    <3 Sarah
    theantiquepearl.blogspot.com

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  40. ElinaFebruary 3, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    You look so gorgeos AGAIN :)
    I really want summer right now, i hate how it's snowing here at the moment and seems like the summer will never come :(

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  41. Zelina GarzaFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    your pups dress is adorable :) it made my night.

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  42. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    Lovely outfit Coury. I couldn't help but laugh how Birdie looks in the pictures. She looks so cute! The look on her face is funny also. She must be thinking "i better get treats for dressing up" LOL

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  43. Paulie AntiquesFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    that dress is to fucking die for! oh, and your dog looks so cute and tortured... ;D

    love, polly

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  44. zs closetFebruary 4, 2011 at 5:28 AM

    wow!that dress is great!!!xxx


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  45. UnknownFebruary 4, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    lovely dress.
    you look like julia roberts. a little bit ;)

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  46. KristinaFebruary 4, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    bibi king is so right. I opened the page and saw the first picture and thought "isn't that julia roberts"? you probably hear that quite often, I guess? ;)
    lovely pictures, lovely dress! perfect!
    Viele gruesse, Kristina

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  47. Victoria / Justice PirateFebruary 4, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    oh goodness I guess if I had a cute Boston Terrier, I'd want to dress it up too. how sweet. I love the corset back on your outfit.

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  48. Blush and FlatsFebruary 4, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    so GORGEOUS <3

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  49. Carcia DropkickgirlFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    what a beautiful dress! And I love the lace!!


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  50. Stacey KayFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    OMG these photos are amazing! I kept thinking....is this in a magazine?

    xoxo
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  51. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    I have serious wardrobe (and dog!) envy :-( x

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  52. Suzie SweetFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    the dress is great! i just love it with the red tights!

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  53. Cristiana NunesFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Love your jewellery and clutch !!

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  54. JenniFebruary 4, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    I can't get over how great this dress is. It's so gorgeous! Ha, Birdie looks pretty good, too! :D

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  55. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    What a great look:). I don`t know what is in your face, but it makes me like you still more and more:)

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  56. KrisFebruary 4, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    last picture cracked me up, I've missed Birdie playing dress up :) I love your hair and rings and the whole look, almsot as much as I love Birdie haha :D

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  57. NuhaFebruary 4, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    oh my goodness!!! how precious!!!

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  58. RaquelFebruary 4, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    love all the lace layers and the burgundy tights! great look, yet again :)

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  59. Veronika Novotny February 4, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    Amazing! Those layers of lace truly are dreamy, and beautifully paired with those coloured tights. As for you adorable doggy. Has she been reading my blog? Because I was just telling the girls, to "cinch" their pretty dresses with a belt. ;-)

    Birdie is adorable and a true fashionista! Thank you for your lovely comment on my blog as well, loving yours. xx veronika

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  60. Courtney BFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Love that dress!!
    And adorable pictures of your little dog! Seriously so cute!

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  61. Emily RoseFebruary 4, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    wow!! what a great dress!!

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  62. ReneeFebruary 5, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Aww the two of you are just so adorable! Really lovely!

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  63. AshleyFebruary 5, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    your outfit is beautiful~! you are beautiful! your dog is beautiful! im lovin it all!

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  64. LOLA FINNFebruary 5, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    You look like a princess! Love your outfit!

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  65. stephanie claireFebruary 5, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    coury, this is one of my favorites of yours! beautiful!

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  66. Rebecca JaneFebruary 5, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    I Love the lacy dress, especially under the trench, the way the sleeves poke out with a hint of frilly awesomeness.

    Also? You may have the cutest pup ever.

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  67. AidaFebruary 6, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    Your dog is just too cute! Love her dress - and yours. Xx

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  68. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    I love the dress with the feather, but try pairing the dress with the hat you wore to disneyland!

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  69. AliceFebruary 6, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    ohhh Birdie looks so cute haha!
    love the feather as headband look. ;)

    xx

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  70. LeahFebruary 7, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Your dog is really cute in this dress, so funny !

    xx, Leah.

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  71. chicfacedFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    this post = no words. sublime! xoxo, laura

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  72. blogmoodeuseFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    The dress turned me crazy !! Goshhhh it's exactly my dream dress !! Where did you get it PLIIIIIZZZZZ ?
    xoxoxo

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  73. Ashley Bagley NielsonFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    oh your blush, your hair, your style! you're gorgeous! so glad i found your blog!

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  74. mandyfaceFebruary 11, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    hahahaha then end of this post made me laugh! LOVE the sweet look you're rockin!

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  75. MonicaFebruary 14, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    COURY! I love this dress and your dog. and your blog (it's my new favie, how have I lived this long without it?)!

    xoxo

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  76. AnonymousNovember 9, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    Love these <a href="http://www.loudstarbazaar.com/shop/brand-starlyte-ethos/starlyte-ethos-agile-shimmer-capris/p_84.html>Sheer tops</a>! Great paired with a tight black or blue jean!

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  77. AnonymousNovember 23, 2011 at 1:37 AM

    Love these Sheer Top! Great paired with a tight black or blue jean! (www.loudstarbazaar.com)

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