Saturday, March 14, 2009

Spring comes slowly



I'm having a difficult time coming up with words to go along with this post. But, I will just say that this outfit was inspired by the Velveteen Rabbit scans I previously posted about, kumquat soda, ranunculus flowers in any and every color, cupcake breakfasts, and all the nice daydreams that have been swirling around my head lately of owning a candy store and ice cream shoppe. And I mean the nice kind - with a long countertop and pretty stools that spin around and around. Old booths with carved initials and a black and white checkerboard floor to hop across. Not to forget the pretty pretty pink and white milk glass and jadeite dishes and shelves and shelves of the most beautiful imported candy to exist... If only....
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35 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 14, 2009 at 6:50 PM

    your green capris are such a splendid color

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  2. RebeccaMarch 14, 2009 at 6:53 PM

    Hey! I have those exact same dreams about owning an ice cream shop!

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  3. MyyMarch 14, 2009 at 6:53 PM

    Gorgeous outfit darling!

    x

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  4. chelseaMarch 14, 2009 at 7:33 PM

    Lovely colors.
    And I think I have a pair of t-straps almost exactly like those, mine are lighter and wedges. I would live in them if I could.

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  5. DianeMarch 14, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    Such a beautiful outfit! I love the subdued oranges and green and it all ties together so well.

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  6. Meaghan KellyMarch 14, 2009 at 8:31 PM

    effie, if anyone in this world could actually end up owning shop like that and making it work its YOU!

    you look completely adorable. i've been meaning to find ways to wear pants this summer because ordinarily i feel ridiculous in them...
    i think i might steal this look if its alright with you.

    how are you always so perfectly put together?

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  7. leila wylieMarch 14, 2009 at 8:35 PM

    This outfit is beyond perfect. Great colors. I can't get over the collar on your blouse!

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  8. PseudoangelaMarch 14, 2009 at 8:38 PM

    You look lovely as always! Thanks for being one of those beautiful and inspiring people that brightens up my day.

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  9. UnknownMarch 14, 2009 at 8:48 PM

    Mmmm I am sure your candy would be the loveliest prettiest candy in town. I love your slacks and shoes!

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  10. LydiaMarch 14, 2009 at 10:18 PM

    Sigh. You have the most dreamy outfit posts, this is no exception!

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  11. Aya SmithMarch 14, 2009 at 10:19 PM

    There's that purse! ^.^;

    You look so gorgeous, you are so inspiring!!!

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  12. reginaMarch 14, 2009 at 11:27 PM

    the colors are stunning! you have such a great eye!

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  13. Queen HelenaMarch 15, 2009 at 12:24 AM

    cute outfit!

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  14. the fabled needle (jen)March 15, 2009 at 2:52 AM

    that makes me smile - i love that your outfit was inspired by the velveteen rabbit!

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  15. AbbeyMarch 15, 2009 at 3:12 AM

    your blouse tops everything off ;D

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  16. SasiMarch 15, 2009 at 6:03 AM

    Lovely outfit, it makes me smile..you know, the same effect the sun has on me:) Have a nice Sunday.

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  17. AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 12:45 PM

    you captured it! also, next time you visit SF you'd really enjoy the huge swap meet at alameda naval base (1st sunday of the month). acres of treasures, good prices. SO, so fun.

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  18. jimenaMarch 15, 2009 at 1:47 PM

    ur blouse is so pretty but the whole outfit is very nice
    xxx

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  19. Anna Wallace March 15, 2009 at 1:52 PM

    i tagged you... have a lovely day!

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  20. linnéa.March 15, 2009 at 4:06 PM

    where did you get those lovely green capris? and i must say how much i love your blog... i really do.
    have a nice week!

    visit my blog, i write about vintage fashion for glamour sweden: http://www.glamour.se/blogg/vintage/

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  21. UnknownMarch 15, 2009 at 8:48 PM

    I had cupcakes for breakfast! How fortuitous. And what a lovely list of inspirations for your outfit.

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  22. sarahMarch 16, 2009 at 2:43 PM

    those t-straps are divine! they look perfect with your pants ;)
    xo s

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  23. Maggie MayMarch 17, 2009 at 2:03 AM

    i love your hair

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  24. AshleeMarch 18, 2009 at 2:17 AM

    your candy shoppe daydream sounds magical. i love how you paired your t-straps with socks. your blog is full of such pretty images.

    -ashlee

    http://ashlee-sticksandstones.blogspot.com

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  25. J u l l sMarch 18, 2009 at 11:18 AM

    such a great blog >:D<
    love at the first sight,really.

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  26. JoytiMarch 18, 2009 at 7:40 PM

    Very cute - your blog is quite wonderful.
    (Would you like to trade links?)

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  27. melange museMarch 19, 2009 at 1:44 PM

    Your shoes are my favorite. Cute cute outfit!

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  28. aprilMarch 20, 2009 at 2:49 PM

    Effie! If you had a shoppe like that I would travel to wherever it was and stay there all day! Everyday! Keep dreaming it into reality!

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  29. CassiopeiaMarch 20, 2009 at 4:51 PM

    LOVE the colours... You look so pretty! The Veleveteen rabbit is just so excellent :-D

    Xxxc

    http://clothestohealabrokenheart.blogspot.com/

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  30. Rebecca, A Clothes HorseMarch 24, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    So chic!

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  31. evita nuhMarch 25, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    you are perfect!! love you and your blog!

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  32. Hope Adela PasztorMarch 26, 2009 at 10:31 AM

    great combination of colors; i love how they subtly contrast! =)

    http://pinkchampagnefashion.blogspot.com/

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  33. {Tara}March 26, 2009 at 3:12 PM

    What lovely green pants!! And what a lovely idea...an icecream shop all your own!

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  34. LFMarch 28, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    love all the green and yellow!

    soo cute//

    jess///hippiefroufrou

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  35. GraceApril 26, 2009 at 6:19 AM

    Pretty outfit. I think you should make the ice cream shoppe and then you will have a great story about following your dreams.People will interview you.

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