Monday 17 January 2011

'The claw is my master'

Middle daughter (Ruby's mum) was really into the alien in Toy Story when she was younger, so when I saw this dressing up outfit in a charity shop recently ('twas from M + S and still had the tags on :) ), I couldn't resist it!  -


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Going to a friend's surprise birthday party (well, it's a meal in a hotel in Oxford) at the weekend, and although generally I'm quite into clothes, I always get a bit het up about party gear. Bit broke at the moment too. Anyway, got this dress / tunic top in Peacocks today, cheap -



and some shoes (well, they're fancy espadrilles, with a heel) in a sale, that seem to go pretty well (with black leggings?) -


Not sure which necklace to wear -





I guess the first one looks a bit more dressy, but it doesn't 'sit' very well.

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It was a beautiful day here today (though it's raining now!). Let's hope Spring is on its way:)



17 comments:

  1. I love the outfit, it is gorgeous but cannot decide on which necklace - I guess as you say, the one that sits well and is the right length once on will be the best - enjoy!

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  2. I love your outfit...I loved the first necklace best and what an adorable outfit on Ruby!!

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  3. Oh I do believe that you will be the prettiest one at the party!!!! I love the dress...and the shoes~sigh~
    And doesn't Ruby make the cutest alien you've ever seen?
    sending hugs today...

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  4. Amazing outfit.....you're a funky diva! The first necklace in best...xxx

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  5. Fantastic party wear - it looks really pretty. I totally love the Fancy Dress - although i'm not convinced that Ruby does! xxx

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  6. For what it's worth, and what do I know about fashion, I thought the second necklace looked better, more subtle, co-ordinating and not clashing which the other seemed to do because of the light reflected I suppose. Whatever, enjoy!

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  7. SKINT? SOUNDS FAMILIAR... ME TOO!LOL
    GREAT OUTFITS AND GREAT PRICES TO MATCH TOO!
    FANCY ENTERING SOME LOVELY GIVE-AWAYS?
    I`M HOSTING 7 AT THE MOMENT AND WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE IF YOU WOULD ENTER!
    MANY THANKS IN ADVANCE AND GOOD LUCK!

    DEBBIE MOSS

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  8. Wow, love your outfit, just my colours - greys and mauves - like the necklaces especially the first one; take them both and decide on the day, hope you have a lovely time in Oxford. Ruby looks cute in her alien outfit:)

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  9. oh my Ruby looks brilliant.....I prefer the second necklace myself!!

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  10. Ruby looks so cute in her dressy up clothes.
    Love your new outfit, both necklaces go well ~ best to wear the one that sits well or you will be fidgeting with it all night and end up with a glowy red neck! x

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  11. Pretty outfit and first necklace for me!
    That Ruby baby gets more gorgeous with each photo....x
    Julie x

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  12. Perfect outfit and I prefer the first necklace:)

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  13. Lovely outfit and yours as well :)
    Cate x

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  14. lovely to come across your Blog. Such a cute outfit you found and I love your own dress, I actually think the second necklace is really pretty too. Enjoy the party, Catherine x

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  15. I realy thought I had commented - must have been a dream. Love the outfit and the shoes too - very much my style.
    Dx

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  16. Great outfit! Loving the first necklace.... Lizzie x

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  17. How cute does Ruby look! I love that dress too - it certainly doesn't look like it's from Peacock's.

    Thank you for your comment, I'll definitely have a look in high street shops and see what their prices are like.

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