The Cloudburst on clearance

It's a pretty frequent occurrence that I see something on another blogger and then immediately want it for myself.
When I first saw Dotty wearing this very dress, I told her I thought it was "divinely adorable" and I meant it.

When I was perusing the clearance racks at TJ Maxx the other week and I spotted that cloudbust print, I snatched it from the hanger, saw the $25 clearance sticker and did a a little happy dance.

Then I noticed it had an ink stain about two inches long, undoubtedly courtesy of a ball point pen, and was sad again.

I brought the dress up to the register to inquire about perhaps a greater discount due to the stain and was told that I could try to get it out, and if I couldn't, I could just return it.

I went home and attacked the stain with dish soap and q-tips, and everything came out!

Because I was so excited and happy about my wonderful TJ Maxx score, I submitted it to their weekly facebook contest. But everyone seems to think Sam Edelman shoes and Anne Klein dresses are better, because I'm in last place.
That's okay. I know that my $198 dress for 87% off was an amazing deal.

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The Rundown
Cloudburst Dress Joie via TJ Maxx same print
Grey Jacket H&M
Sandals Frye Gerry
Pink Clutch TJ Maxx similar
Bracelets Town & Reese similar
Crystal Bracelet Taken for Granite similar
Necklace c/o Jami via LuckyFabb
 Nail Color c/o Julep Claire via LuckyFabb

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54 comments

  1. LexiSeptember 28, 2012 at 10:14 AM

    I love TJMaxx - I'm always surprised by what amazing things I can find!
    ♡ Lexi @ Glitter, Inc.

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  2. Shea LennonSeptember 28, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    Yay, thank goodness the stain came out! And I'm very surprised they didn't give you another discount--most stores do if something like that happens. Oh well, you came home with an awesome dress!!

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  3. Style JourneySeptember 28, 2012 at 10:32 AM

    Our TJMaxx is a freaking hot mess everytime I go in there. I never can find anything because everything is laying on the floor. I wish I had good luck at ours, because you always find the greatest things there. Heather

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  4. Closet FashionistaSeptember 28, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    Yayyy!!! It looks amazing!! :D (I voted for you!)
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  5. LorenaSeptember 28, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    I always do the happy dance while in TJ MAXX!
    great dress and i love how you have accessorized it - just voted for you via FB BTW.

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  6. UnknownSeptember 28, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    wow what an amazing find! and congrats on getting the pen out - that is the worst when that happens after finding a great deal
    tiffany
    www.hydrangeasandhandbags.com

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  7. MichelleSeptember 28, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    I voted for you too! :)
    love TJ Maxx and Marshalls.

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  8. Lisa - respect the shoesSeptember 28, 2012 at 10:49 AM

    What a pretty dress on you - I'm glad you got it for a deal!

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  9. Courtney ErinSeptember 28, 2012 at 10:50 AM

    What a deal!!! And it is super adorable - I love it paired with that jacket.

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  10. UnknownSeptember 28, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    good job! it's hard to shop for great outfit on such a great deal!

    http://www.freeteyme.com

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  11. Always MayleeSeptember 28, 2012 at 11:18 AM

    I totally love this dress, what a great find!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  12. Ali HvalSeptember 28, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    Q-tips and soap and lots of scrubbing is the secret to getting stains out, eh?? I've had a few times when I've come across something cute at Ross or TJ Maxx with a big ole stain on it, but I guess next time I shouldn't let that sway me from buying it... hmm! I'm glad you got that stain out, though, because holy crap this dress really is cute. I adore the pattern and this all grey ensembe on you... and the pops of turquoise are just ever so lovely!

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  13. little luxury listSeptember 28, 2012 at 11:55 AM

    I love that print and now I really want to go to TJ Maxx!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  14. SaraSeptember 28, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    I do freakin' love TJ Maxx...I got $179 dress pants by Laundry By Shelli Segal there a few weeks ago, for $19.99. I did a happy dance as well :D

    ~Sara

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  15. Delusions of GrandeurSeptember 28, 2012 at 12:28 PM

    What luck that you were able to get that stain out! Ahhh isn't it rewarding to see the $189 tag right next to the $25 one???

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  16. JuneliSeptember 28, 2012 at 1:11 PM

    Awww, that polka dot dress is so pretty and all that effort is so worth it! Never mind the contest, what matters is you love what you are wearing and your happiness makes the dress even more beautiful!
    Love
    Juneli from Fashionably Yours

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  17. The Goodwill FangirlSeptember 28, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    Uh-oh, I feel a trip to TJ Maxx coming on. I would totally wear this. I will check out that FB thang and vote for ya if I can :)

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  18. nancy @ adore to adornSeptember 28, 2012 at 1:18 PM

    Talk about a major score at TJ Maxx!! Great dress and lucky you that you got the stain out!!! =D
    xo,
    nancy

    http://adoretoadorn.blogspot.com

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  19. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    I love that clutch!!

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  20. AmberSeptember 28, 2012 at 1:30 PM

    holy smokes that is an awesome deal. I am so happy you introduced to me this store. There is nothing I like better than scoring deals at TJ maxx. Its addicting.

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  21. Frannie PantzSeptember 28, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    What a very happy ending (no matter the place in the contest) to a very pretty dress! I love the jacket too Lydia! Have a great weekend!

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  22. Midnight CowgirlSeptember 28, 2012 at 1:47 PM

    A cute dress and a great deal, what's not to love?

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  23. Olga NietoSeptember 28, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    Que vestido tan bonito, me ha encantado, precioso.

    Besos

    http://rinconcreacion.blogspot.com

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  24. A Very Sweet BlogSeptember 28, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    Fabulous Lyddie! It's a beautiful dress and what an awesome discount! So glad you were able to get the stain out. It was meant for you! Enjoy it!
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  25. rlutzSeptember 28, 2012 at 3:22 PM

    You just have the best luck at TJ Maxx! That dress is a fabulous find and since you got the stain out, it was meant to be.
    Have a good weekend!

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  26. ChocolateFashionCoffeeSeptember 28, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    amazing dress :)




    chocolatefashioncoffee.blogspot.com/

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  27. UnknownSeptember 28, 2012 at 4:12 PM

    Wow, that's amazing! I'm terrified of getting pen, marker, etc. on my clothes. If it happens, I'll try your method.

    I love the mostly monochrome. And I'm jealous of your necklace. I got earrings and they are definitely not as cool.

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  28. Gracey the GiantSeptember 28, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    Oh, I'm so happy for you that the ink stain came out! This dress looks just fabulous on you.

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  29. DanielaSeptember 28, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    awesome find!!! I was in Tjmaxx yesterday and bought 2 pairs of shoes.

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  30. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    Love your dress. I got a $200 Theory Maxi Dress in Olive green for $40 so I love TJ Maxx! I always get a rush when I find such a great deal.

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  31. MicaSeptember 29, 2012 at 12:18 AM

    What a great bargain on that dress! It looks beautiful on you, I like it with that jacket :)

    AwayFromTheBlue.blogspot.com.au

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  32. f i o n a (miss.tea)September 29, 2012 at 3:04 AM

    Ah I love the colour of your dress and jacket! Lovely weather too. I'm surprised they didn't give you a further discount for the stain!

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  33. CamillaSeptember 29, 2012 at 4:22 AM

    such a pretty dress!

    xo Camilla

    Into The Fold

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  34. kSeptember 29, 2012 at 6:43 AM

    i love it with that jacket! i hope they still gave you a discount...because a huge ink stain is kind of a big deal! but i'm glad you got it out :)

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  35. lovelyxobsessionsSeptember 29, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    TJ Maxx has become my favorite

    Checkout My blog and Jewelry Store! <3
    http://lovelyxobsessions.blogspot.com/
    Shop Lovely Obsessions

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  36. lovelyxobsessionsSeptember 29, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    TJ Maxx has become my favorite

    Checkout My blog and Jewelry Store! <3
    http://lovelyxobsessions.blogspot.com/
    Shop Lovely Obsessions

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  37. teresweetstyleSeptember 29, 2012 at 5:32 PM

    great your dress honey, and nice that this ink stain has dissapeared!

    xx

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  38. UnknownSeptember 29, 2012 at 5:45 PM

    love your jami necklace! mine came in gray, but I love the green :)


    xo SideSmile,
    Ashley

    SideSmile Style Blog

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  39. Outside Looking InSeptember 29, 2012 at 10:18 PM

    Last place? Who's voting??? I love the dress, and wow, that jacket matches perfectly! I love the bits of green (even in the background)! Great look!

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  40. Shabby, Chic, & CheapSeptember 29, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    What an amazing steal/deal!! YAY FOR YOU! I am also glad I'm not the only one that does a happy dance in TJ Maxx when I find an awesome deal!

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  41. normaSeptember 30, 2012 at 2:10 AM

    sweet bargain!! I love when that happens!!
    Very cute dress :)
    www.stilettosorpajamas.com

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  42. AmandaSeptember 30, 2012 at 4:49 AM

    How gorgeous!

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  43. JessieSeptember 30, 2012 at 6:35 AM

    What a great deal!

    Shall we follow each other?
    Jessie xx

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  44. JessicaSeptember 30, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    Your find is way better - and I voted for you just now! Seriously, this dress is really is amazing. Love it on you!

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  45. UnknownSeptember 30, 2012 at 12:59 PM

    congrats on finding the dress! mine is totally too big for me, but that print just suckered me in!

    dash dot dotty

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  46. UnknownSeptember 30, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    It's seriously a fabulous score!

    xo, Courtney
    girlavantgarde.com

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  47. silvergirlSeptember 30, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    tj maxx is the best
    so glad the stain came out for you
    love the way you styled this dress
    brett

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  48. Am2Pm ChicOctober 1, 2012 at 1:41 AM

    Wow, such a great deal, and lovely look. I really like the pop color of turquoise .
    xoxo
    Christy

    http://www.am2pmchic.com/

    There're a GIVEAWAY on our blog, let join us.

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  49. CindiOctober 1, 2012 at 2:03 AM

    What a lucky find! I am loving the green details in this outfit, green isn't used often enough in my opinion. It is such a wonderful colour :)

    /Cindi

    http://cherriesandsunflowers.blogspot.com

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  50. DAILY DISGUISEOctober 1, 2012 at 3:54 AM

    omg! dont know why youre in last place lydia but i LOVE that dress and for $25?! such a steal!

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  51. AnonymousOctober 1, 2012 at 6:35 AM

    Love the print on the dress and I'm glad the stain came off.

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  52. FASHIONCONTAINEROctober 1, 2012 at 7:02 AM

    Love your dress :)

    www.fashioncontainer.com

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  53. Shen DoveOctober 1, 2012 at 7:11 AM

    What a great dress! It will be so versatile. I'm happy you gave it a chance despite the stain! You find such awesome deals which is admirable.

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  54. UnknownOctober 12, 2012 at 4:20 PM

    oh this look is perfection. love the grayish tones & mint! sooo pretties. xoxo linds {{www.rubygirlblog.com}}

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