May 5, 2011

I'd like to add his initial to my monogram.

Well, well, well! Happy Cinco de Mayo to you! In California, Cinco de Mayo is kind of a big holiday. I'm not sure how widely recognized it is in other states and countries, but it's a fun one! It should be interesting to see what goes on Downtown today. The mariachi band that decided it would be funny to start playing loudly in the street underneath our window at 3AM the other night must have been celebrating early. Don't worry, they got of buckets of water thrown on them as their comeuppance (not by us). They could have used the practice, though, as they were completely out of tune.

Here's an easy breezy outfit I wore for this absolutely delightful weather we've been having here in LA. I kinda hate that so many things are sheer these days because I have to find something to go underneath everything. Wearing this thin lace top worked well under the sailor-y blouse, though. I found this American Apparel skirt at Crossroads for $14. I was very pleased with myself because I actually would have considered it at full price. It's quite comfortable and I love this color right now.










Wearing:
Pleated Skirt: American Apparel
Sailor-y blouse: c/o Club Couture
Satchel: Asos
Flats: Vintage


Have a slap happy Thursday!

XO Coury


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60 comments:

  1. yelizabetaMay 5, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    what a stunning blouse! i love the sweet and breezy look :)

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  2. UnknownMay 5, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    LOVE ze bag!!

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  3. JoyMay 5, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    I love you bangs and sunglasses. Absolutely spot on and I just like the whole shebang (outfit).

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  4. MegMay 5, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Love this! In Italy we don't celebrate, but it sounds very funny!
    Meg.

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  5. AnonymousMay 5, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    I love this look! So demure. And the red bag is FAB!

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  6. Elisa and EmilieMay 5, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Beautiful look !!

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  7. UnknownMay 5, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Good morning! Such a lovely outfit for this perfect weather :) Also digging that ring!
    xoxo
    -linh
    http://la-lalinh.blogspot.com

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  8. salomeMay 5, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    loooooove

    GIVEAWAY a GOLD JEWEL to WIN:
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  9. LaurenMay 5, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    That is a KILLER ring!

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  10. RamonaMay 5, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Pretty, pretty lady!
    I like this 50's inspired look. Your bag is amazing. Colour just pops! Ring is fantastic, looks like it capture Galaxy :)
    Happy Cinco de Mayo to You as well!
    ♥
    xoxo Ra

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  11. Blush and FlatsMay 5, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    love your blue skirt <3

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  12. jamie hallMay 5, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Hi Coury!
    Liska has said several times you and I share movie/tv tastes--I gotta say, it's fun to read your headers and know it's Gershwin and other like-minded references. Say hello to LA for me.

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  13. Nikki | The Ginger DiariesMay 5, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    Beautiful photos :) x

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  14. tiffany.May 5, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    make it work lady :o)

    xo.
    http://dropsofjupiterBLOG.com

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  15. AnonymousMay 5, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    so beautiful pics


    http://jesuislenouveaustyle.blogspot.com/

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  16. The Fancy TeacupMay 5, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    That's so funny about the mariachi band attempting an early sunrise for Cinco de Mayo. That skirt is definitely a treasure! You look great, hun.

    www.TheFancyTeacup.com
    much love.

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  17. UnknownMay 5, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    That skirt is the best, I love the color.

    Rachel

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  18. CHOCAROMEMay 5, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    i love your look

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  19. Victoria / Justice PirateMay 5, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    you know what is really cute about his outfit? I just think the fact that you can see the really pretty lace through the black. It is really cute!!!

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  20. AnonymousMay 5, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    ugh! i envy how perfect those sunglasses frame your face :D lol

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  21. Baby Budget BlogMay 5, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous!!!!!!! Love this sillouette and the black with the blue!

    www.plentyforpennies.com

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  22. The Village IdiotMay 5, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    lovely

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  23. Madeline QuaintMay 5, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Wonderful skirt, a great find!
    The ring looks like as if had a whole solar system in it, a really small one I mean. :)

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  24. BentheMay 5, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    Woehoeh, love it! That skirt with the top, amazing!

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  25. TeddiMay 5, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    gorgeous ring

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  26. PlamiMay 5, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Your outfits are always so inspired, feminine and beautiful! I just love your blog!

    xoXo
    Plami

    http://fashion-thrill.blogspot.com/

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  27. ChisaMay 5, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    I jsut love your style!
    xoxo from Germany.

    http://arcticfoxkitsune.blogspot.com/

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  28. EtteMay 5, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    You always have the loveliest looks


    Peace & love
    oxo, ETTE

    WWW.THRIFTEDKARMA.COM

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  29. Rebecca MaureenMay 5, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    so beautiful with that braid!

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  30. The Purse-a-holicMay 5, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Me likely this outfit, love the red bag :-)

    A Girl's Next Best Friend

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  31. AnaiviloMay 5, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    This is a gorgeous outfit! I love the skirt and that sheer black top, it has a very nice effect and also the bag is simply gorgeous! Great color and shape :D

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  32. Elyse (Give Me Bows)May 5, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Love this outfit, the midi skirt length is gorgeous and the collar on the blouse is sweet too! x

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  33. Hannah, Lost in wishful thinkingMay 5, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    I love that skirt! SO flowy looking!

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  34. UnknownMay 5, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    that top is so adorable and the skirt looks absolutely comfortable, like you could just live in it!

    <3 steffy
    Steffys Pros and Cons

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  35. AnonymousMay 5, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    love your vintage shoes!

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  36. Stacey KayMay 5, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    OMG that ring is so gorgeous! Love the color of your skirt.

    xoxo
    Stacey Kay
    “Runway Inspiration, Vintage Decoration”
    www.GoodwillHuntingg.com
    Cleveland Free Press: Goodwill Huntingg Shopping Guides
    Blogger spotlight: The Tree’s Roots
    My Vintage Handbag Line

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  37. Kelli MurrayMay 6, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    cuuuute! Love this one Coury!

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  38. rosapelsblogMay 6, 2011 at 2:43 AM

    love your style, u are very pretty i follow you

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  39. SabMay 6, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    Go on your blog every day Coury! You always style your outfits perfectfully! Love the blue skirt with the shoes! :-)

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  40. UnknownMay 6, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    I LOVE your skirt!

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  41. aprileverydayMay 6, 2011 at 3:55 AM

    This outfit is amazing! The blouse under the top looks great! And the skirt too!

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  42. Lina SMay 6, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    Love the look!

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  43. Rachel, Cold KneesMay 6, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    I love every element of your outfit, the skirt colour and length, the cute top and the braid. Love! x

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  44. WangariMay 6, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    You look so lovely in this amazing outfit! The colours are beautiful, hope you had a great day of celebration :)

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  45. GeorgyMay 6, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    I'm totally in love with your blog..! This dress is amazing and your hair is so cute! Take a look at my blog: http://ciocolataneagra.blogspot.com

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  46. Dilan DilirMay 6, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    that´s a lovely outfit! :)

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  47. ClaggieMay 6, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Such a great outfit! I love pale blues with black!

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  48. AquíMay 6, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    gorgeous photos!

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  49. mirjam schuurkampMay 6, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    thanks you so much for the comment!
    i follow you now for a while and i really like your blog
    your fab!

    www.mirfashion.blogspot.com
    i have a new post, maybe you can check?

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  50. aninaMay 6, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    UBER cute shoes. aaah!

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  51. AnonymousMay 6, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    What are some of your favorite artsy places in LA? Or museums? We are coming and looking for some local fun! Thanks.

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  52. christinaMay 7, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    you are way too cute!!!
    i couldnt help it but pass you the one lovely blog award! :)
    xoxo
    christina

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  53. folkloveMay 7, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    I've been checking out your outfit daily for ages, and only thought to comment now:)
    Love that you chose this bag with that.

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  54. Jana CMay 7, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    this pictures are amazing :) like your outfit!

    kisses

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  55. AnonymousMay 7, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    definitely love this look! so vintage! LOVE IT!!! <3

    yougotsomestyle.blogspot.com

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  56. sweet harvest moonMay 9, 2011 at 5:25 AM

    Cute outfit! Love the skirt!

    http://sweetharvestmoon.blogspot.com

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  57. Coury CombsMay 9, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Anonymous, on the front page of the blog is a link to some fun places! :)

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  58. UnknownMay 10, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    I love this outfit! You look so adorable!

    ♥

    Meanz (Koi Story)

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  59. aprileverydayMay 29, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Just to let you know, I featured this outfit on my May recap! http://www.everydayforgotten.co.uk/2011/05/may-recap.html

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  60. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    nice post

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