I can't believe it's over

Today is the last day of summer.
How could this ever have happened?

Summer, is by and large, my favorite season. When it's summer, you feel like you have all these endless possibilities, all the things you can do when the days are long and the nights are warm, and back in June when it's all stretched out in front of you, for a moment or two, you think it might even last forever.

Someway, somehow, I will find a way to make it through the next nine months.

I was considering making this a post with all of my favorite looks of this summer, but honestly, I couldn't choose - I kicked some stylish butt this summer; bold colorblocking, pattern mixing, knotted shirts galore, the starfish cuff, scalloped shorts, and more nautical looks than I can count... damn. I love summer.

Even though today was grey and rainy, I wanted my last official summer look to be bright and fun.

This is goodbye This is goodbye This is goodbye
This is goodbye This is goodbye
The Rundown
Top Gap Similar - Skirt Made by Me Similar - Sandals Ciao Bella Petunia - Belt Thrifted Similar - Bracelets The Cavernous Jewelry Box, Coco's on the Green, Kohls - Earrings Aldo

Check it out: I was included in Wendy Brandes' Stylist article on how to wear snakeskin and color block.
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  1. Shen DoveSeptember 22, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    This is a great farewell to summer look! Love the pink shade of your skirt. I'm partial to the in between seasons (Spring and Summer) but this did go by summer especially fast!

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  2. UnknownSeptember 22, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    I love that pink skirt and ruffle top!

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  3. Closet FashionistaSeptember 22, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    Love this! Especially the shoes :D
    And yes...so sad that summer is gone, but I do love fall, ha ha :)
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  4. Gray SkiesSeptember 22, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    I'm sad about the end of summer too! GREAT outfit! I'm so impressed that you made that skirt :)

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  5. Tamra {ever swoon}September 22, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    Love your last day of summer outfit!! I can't believe its over either.

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  6. The Fancy TeacupSeptember 22, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    Such a sweet and lovely outfit as a farewell to summer.

    ♥, Jamie
    www.TheFancyTeacup.com

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  7. eekSeptember 22, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    A magnificent goodbye to summer! I especially love your gorgeous hair and pink skirt.

    The only signs we have of summer down south are shorter days and leaves on the ground.

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  8. JessSeptember 22, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    Sad! I didn't even realize today was the last day of summer. Although I am looking forward to all the amazing things fall has in store for me this year!

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  9. MarSeptember 22, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    Oh dear! I also admire this outfit! very Dainty-ish!! Love that skirt, girl! I do hope you'd drop by by site and do try to sign up on my giveaway! Kisses!

    Not Your Ordinary Beauty Queen - H&M Leather Bands Giveaway!

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  10. MeganSeptember 22, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    I think you knocked it out of the park with your last summer look! I don't know about the northeast, but we having a pretty intense indian summer here in the southwest right now. Its been 80 degrees all week! So, surely summer isn't quite over yet.

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  11. RebeccaSeptember 22, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    That is a perfect summer outfit, and the skirt is really pretty. i get a little sad when it is officially fall, since it means winter is just around the corner.

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  12. Frannie PantzSeptember 22, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    This is a beautiful post as an ode to summer. I'm such a wimp in the cold, summer is my fave as well. Even when I bitch about the heat, I would always tolerate it to never have to deal with snow again! I love your final summer look. What a great pink skirt and I love the belt.

    Also, it is true. You did kick summer style butt this summer!

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  13. Whitney 'Nic' JamesSeptember 23, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    i was sad to see summer go as well :-( but your outfit is really cute! congrats on the article.

    ~nic

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  14. Jessica GitlerSeptember 23, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    i feel the exact same about summer as you do, it's funny ... I never knew how many people love fall more till I entered the blogging world!!
    jess
    www.jesscauseblog.blogspot.com

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  15. MeeshSeptember 23, 2011 at 3:32 AM

    Oh, beautiful skirt color. I'm in the same boat as you--even though I love fall best, winter is going to come on really quickly and it's just all downhill from there!

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  16. FashionJazzSeptember 23, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    Love your skirt babe!! Its the start of spring and summer here in South Africa,but its been quite chilly :(

    Happy wknd xx

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  17. LisaSeptember 23, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    this outfit is perfection, love your blog <3
    follow you!

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  18. Style JourneySeptember 23, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    That is awesome that you made this skirt! It is a perfect color and this outfit is a perfect one to end your summer with a bang!

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  19. Courtney ErinSeptember 23, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    What a lovely blouse, the ruffle is so pretty. And I, for one, am pretty pleased to see summer fade away (I'm a fall and winter girl at heart) but I'm sorry for your loss!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  20. Autumn VangorSeptember 23, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Good choice for your last "summer hurrah" outfit!!

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  21. little luxury listSeptember 23, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Congrats on the feature! It is summer here all year round so I'll still get to wear bright colors!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  22. LorenaSeptember 23, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Summer - It's gone for you.
    Maybe you were meant for warmer latitudes ?
    I guess we are never really (at least me) 100% happy with the weather. Sometimes I wish we had winter, so I could layer and layer and layer....

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  23. Nikki | The Ginger DiariesSeptember 23, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    You look absolutely beautiful Lydia! I'm loving the white top combined with the pretty pink and that tan belt is the icing on the cake! x

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  24. A Very Sweet BlogSeptember 23, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    SWEEEET outfit Lyddie!!! I love your skirt and the color of it. It's fab that you made it. I wish I could sew! HAHAHA I also like the ruffled top with it. You look adorable. Have a great weekend!

    http://sassyuptownchic.blogspot.com/
    SassyUptownChic xoxo Kim

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  25. LauraSeptember 23, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    That skirt is so perfectly summer :) You could always tights and boots and use it to brighten up a dreary winter day when you have summer withdrawal!

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  26. LauraSeptember 23, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    oh and the starfish cuff is brilliant!

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  27. welldressedmakerSeptember 23, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Farewells may be bitter, but at least you look lovely doing it! :) Pink and a ruffle top--the perfect summer combo!
    ♥ laura

    the blog of worldly delights

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  28. StefanieSeptember 23, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    I love this look, particularly the frill detail of your top and your tan wedges! I hunted high and low for the perfect pair of tan wedges for my Summer holiday and had no success :-(

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  29. AmberSeptember 23, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    where did summer go? You really did get some fashion ass this summer but I expect nothing less from you.

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  30. ericaSeptember 23, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Oh my word I love this outfit. Very feminine and gorgeous.

    xo

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  31. The Closet ShopperSeptember 23, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    It's true that you kicked stylish butt this summer. I know I'm a big fan of all those looks. And your last day of summer look is no exception. What a great shade of pink.

    xo,
    Tracy

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  32. rlutzSeptember 23, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    pint floaty skirt and ruffles...perfect end to the summer!

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  33. UnknownSeptember 23, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    you totally rocked summer this year. seriously, all the bright colors and nautical stripes were FANTASTIC!

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  34. TaraMixandMatchSeptember 23, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    I really love your skirt...and I'm not too thrilled about the end of summer either!

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  35. ClaireSeptember 23, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    what a great outfit to say goodbye to summer! that's a beautiful skirt, can't believe you made it!!!

    http://spinning-threads.blogspot.com

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  36. SarahSeptember 24, 2011 at 1:13 AM

    This is such apretty look! I love the colors. THey are so airy and light.

    thequeenofwanderlust.blogspot.com

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  37. StyleIDnetSeptember 24, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    I am sure it was hard to decide, I watch almost, if not all, your summer looks and they are all amazing but you did a great choice, skirt is beautiful color fantastic!.

    http://styleidnet.blogspot.com/
    http://styleidcloset.blogspot.com/

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  38. Keep Warm (Danielle)September 24, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    You really did kick summer's butt! Good on you for keeping it bright and flirty!

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  39. MOUSEVOX VINTAGESeptember 24, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    you certainly bid farewell to summer in such a stylish way! in san francisco, it kind of feels like summer is just beginning. autumn is my favorite season and i'm so excited for it, but summer is definitely a close second.

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  40. paintandstyleSeptember 24, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    lovely outfit!! love your wedges!! <3

    lepinkbow.blogspot.com

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  41. ######September 25, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    love that skirt..and love your blog...your style seems very easy breezy...GET IT GIRL!

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  42. AnonymousSeptember 25, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    I love the skirt!!
    xoxo

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  43. JessicaSeptember 25, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Noooo, say it ain't so! I don't want summer to end - especially when it means saying goodbye to things like your cute skirt!

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  44. Cazals CléliaSeptember 25, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Cute blog, I'm new member !

    If you love my fan page you can win an OPI nail lacquer :D

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  45. Shea LennonSeptember 25, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Well you are saying farewell to your favorite season in style! For me, summer ending is bittersweet--I'll miss the long days and laid-back feeling, but I also like cozying up in fall. The only think I don't like about fall is that winter isn't far away!

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  46. AmySeptember 25, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    This looks so effortless to wear!

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  47. UnknownSeptember 26, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    So I thought summer was over, but yesterday it was almost 80 degrees and so humid I thought I was going to turn into a puddle. And today is 80 and I basically don't know what to do. What do I wear? I wish I had a floaty blouse and pink skirt right now!

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