Thanks for the hug

It's always a tricky decision when I write something a bit more personal on the blog, and I just wanted to say thank you, so much to all of you who commented on my last post.

Your kind words really touched me, and many of you offered me a lot of advice that I know I truly need to take.

I am continually astounded by the wonderful community I've found myself in since I started this blog, and that alone makes doing this worth it.

Thank you all
camel blazer
And I totally bought that stuff from Old Navy.
Some other stuff too. Like this camel blazer, which was $20, secondhand from Coco's on the Green. I think it's vintage since it has a union tag, but I honestly don't know that much about vintage - just what I read on the internet.
Still, it's a gorgeous jacket, and a camel blazer is something that has been on my list of basics I've been wanting to acquire.
Blazer tag
I can't really say that my other purchases over the weekend were quite as justified as the blazer -- like the earrings I'm wearing; I bought them thinking I'd give them to a friend for her birthday, but then realized they weren't really her taste...

I also picked up a pair of Adrienne Vittadini black pumps because I had a wedding over the weekend and "no" shoes to wear - $20 on clearance at TJMaxx!
And maybe I bought some other things too... but we can discuss my horrible binge shopping habits later...
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The Rundown
Top NY&Co. - Blazer Thrifted - Skirt TJMaxx - Booties Madden Girl - Station Bag Coach Thrifted - Earrings Swish - Sunnies Betsey Johnson
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34 comments

  1. The Fancy TeacupOctober 23, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    That thrifted blazer is quite a beauty!

    www.TheFancyTeacup.com

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  2. Ola DipoOctober 23, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    you look great my dear...glad you feel better...and loving those booties

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  3. yanilOctober 23, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    lovely blog! i truly enjoy reading it!

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  4. SheyOctober 23, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    I'm so glad you're feeling better Lyddie =) you look great, love the picture with the remote control, my camera does not have a thing for wireless control, unfortunately, I checked the shoes you bought and you made a wise choice, although the other pair was cute too. Last week I went on a shopping binge myself, hope I love those things once they arrive on the mail. Blazer is definitely a basic, you can wear it in many ways and I bet it's going to be one must thing to buy for Fall. Love your coach bag, it's been a couple of months since I've seen those at the thrift stores, before I use to see them all the time, now the are very hard to find.

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  5. Kaleido MindOctober 24, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    that blazer is a STEAL!!

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  6. AnonymousOctober 24, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    The blazer was an amazing find! Holy moly beautiful color :)

    PS. A shopping addiction is only harmful to the wallet. So in my books, that's not the worst thing to be addicted to.

    Fellow shopaholic here defending the binge shopping.


    xx
    thistimeisacharm.blogspot.com

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  7. TaraMixandMatchOctober 24, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    I love those sunglasses on you, and the blazer is fab! You have a gorgeous smile :)

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  8. KileenOctober 24, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    i really love this outfit!! the soft pink shirt goes perfectly with the floral skirt and that black satchel is one of my faves!

    cute & little

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  9. simply h² October 24, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Love that blazer!

    http://www.hsquaredfashion.blogspot.com

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  10. Frannie PantzOctober 24, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    You have given me virtual hugs at my blog and anytime I can give you one, let me know. You are a sweetie.

    I love your camel blazer girl!

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  11. Stacey KayOctober 24, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    That blazer IS gorgeous and so are you. Keep making beautiful outfits!

    Goodwill Huntingg: Enter my Shabby Apple dress giveaway!

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  12. kOctober 24, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    I love blazers so so much...and that's a great one!

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  13. KiOctober 24, 2011 at 2:29 AM

    Oh the blazer is such a great colour! Love it :)

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  14. Vanessa, Take only MemoriesOctober 24, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Wonderful colors! You look so pretty!

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  15. Closet FashionistaOctober 24, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    LOVE that blazer, what a great find!! And ahhh binge shopping...so good, but sooooo bad XD
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  16. Style JourneyOctober 24, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Nice score on the jacket! A camel blazer is definitely a closet staple :)

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  17. ArianaOctober 24, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    I totally relate, I have the worst shopping addiction!! Went shopping this weekend to buy a few things for my sisters birthday and ended up leaving with more for myself than for her!!

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  18. Courtney ErinOctober 24, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    I'm glad to hear that all the advice helped...and I love that camel blazer. I've been on the hunt for something similar for a while and this is just great!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  19. eekOctober 24, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Sometimes the hardest thing to do is take a leap of faith and just DO whatever it is you want to do. We can be our own worst enemy. But I believe with a lot of hard work you can do whatever you put your mind to. ox

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  20. Nikki | The Ginger DiariesOctober 24, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    I'm loving your new blazer :) and totaly loving the tucked-in shirt as well! great look Lydia! x

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  21. AmberOctober 24, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    can i just say that i finally stepped into my local tj maxx b/c of you and now have a new favorite store. i cant believe it took me so long to get my butt in there.

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  22. LorenaOctober 24, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    I have to read the previous post. I am just trying to catch up with over 200 posts to read.
    I absolutely adore the camel blazer, I am in need of one too.
    BTW I think I'll visit in November :)

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  23. rlutzOctober 24, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Such a great find with that classic blazer.
    Pushing fear away is one of the hardest things in life...

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  24. UnknownOctober 24, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    I adore the word thrift...you scored the blazer!beijos

    htt://www.cougarvintage.blogspot.com

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  25. UnknownOctober 24, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    That blazer is awesome, I'm totally jealous. And I saw your bag in brown at Brooklyn Flea yesterday. I was like oh, I like this.. it's $115? And not as good condition. New York prices can kill me sometimes.

    And trust me, you're not a binge shopper. At. All. I should tell you about one of my roommates sometime...

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  26. SarahOctober 24, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    I am in love with blazers. I want one in that color, chocolate brown and navy.

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  27. CharmaineOctober 24, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    Great blog! I'm lovin' that blush coloured blouse.
    I don't know why but I'm always jealous of people that can wear colours that make me look pale & washed-out. Mustard, red, anything pastel they all look great on brunettes. Again that blouse is great!

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  28. skippysaysOctober 24, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    That blazer is absolutely beautiful! And sorry I did not comment on your last post, just read it now. I just want to say that we are all there sometimes (at least I hope it's not just the two of us :)) and all we can do is put one foot in front of the other and keep going day by day. Hopefully if we are self-reflective enough (as you clearly are) we will keep growing na improving our whole lives.
    www.saysskippy.blogspot.com

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  29. Shea LennonOctober 24, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Don't give yourself a hard time about the shopping. It seems like most of the time your purchases are well-thought-out and not impulse buys (although I know we're all guilty of those sometimes!). I think you did awesome with this blazer--I'm sure you'll wear it over and over!

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  30. little luxury listOctober 24, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    That camel blazer is great for fall! I'm glad that you're feeling better and recognize how awesome you are!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  31. welldressedmakerOctober 24, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    awww, I love that blazer! and those boots are just so cute!
    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights

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  32. this free birdOctober 26, 2011 at 12:19 AM

    You freaking killed it on that blazer. What a find!!

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  33. AnonymousOctober 27, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Whoa, that's a lot of shopping in a short period of time. Sometimes it's needed so I definitely give you a pass for that one.

    The camel blazer was a great purchases. You look wonderful!!

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  34. So Work Week ChicDecember 12, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    That blazer was such a deal!! You are always amazing me with you fancy but affordable finds!

    living-thesuite-life.blogspot.com

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