Apr 3, 2013

Outft of the Week - Easter Sunday

When I was a teenager, my mom would give my sister and I $25 each and take us to Ross to pick out our Easter outfits. It was one of my sister and I's favorite days of the year. We hung out in the store for hours, trying to find the perfect thing. We would look for an outfit that was spring-y, something that would look good in pictures, and something that would ultimately scream, "Easter." I know what you're picturing - bright floral dress, large straw hat, mary-janes. Well, I was looking through some pictures recently and I stumbled across a few from Easter a few years back. What was I wearing? A neon pink tank top covered in rhinestones, white capris and flip flops, of course. Klassy.

I don't go shopping for Easter outfits anymore, but I think that is probably for the best. I did finally wear my mint top for the first time. Will I look back at the pictures and cringe? Maybe. But at least there isn't a rhinestone in sight.




Tee: F21
Skirt: Thrifted (similar)
 Necklace: DIY
Shoes: Nine West (via TJ Maxx)
Watch: Fossil

 what to wear on Easter Sunday
mint and polka dots
shirt and necklace the same color
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67 comments:

  1. IvanaApril 3, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    What a funny story! I'm pretty sure most of us have a few rhinestone skeletons in our wardrobes (I may or may not remember my own :) You look absolutely fantastic in this outfit, though: it's chic, simple and classy, and I'm sure you won't cringe because of it anytime soon!

    I'm so happy I've discovered your lovely blog! Definitely adding it to my daily reads!
    Have a lovely day!

    xx Ivana

    Macarons and Pearls

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 5, 2013 at 12:06 PM

      It's nice knowing other people have some scary rhinestones in their past :)

      I'm so glad you're here, Ivana!

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  2. AmandaApril 3, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    Cute! Love the skirt!

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  3. UnknownApril 3, 2013 at 11:10 AM

    That is hilarious, so funny to look back on, but I bet that rinestone shirt was totally cool when you bought it. I really like your outfit. I wouldn't have thought to combine the mint top with the blue skirt, but it looks great.

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 5, 2013 at 12:07 PM

      The pictures are seriously so funny! Thanks for the compliments - I was so happy when things I already had in my closet turned into a cute Easter outfit!

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  4. KatieApril 3, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    Love this outfit so much! So chic but quirky at the same time xx

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  5. Caroline DaviesApril 3, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    Very cute outfit! Your story is too funny! I look back on my pictures too and am like "what am I wearing", but it's funny too.

    xo
    Caroline

    lovecarolineblog.blogspot.com

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 5, 2013 at 12:08 PM

      Haha it so funny to look back on, isn't it? I can't wait to have my future children look back with me and laugh just like I did with my mom's clothes!

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  6. AdrienneApril 3, 2013 at 12:49 PM

    OMG, that sounds like so much fun!!!

    I will have to keep that in mind when we start a family :) I love that idea!!!!

    I think this outfit is so classy and adorable!
    But I'm a sucker for mint.... HUGE mint lover here :D

    I hope your future self doesn't cringe ;)

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 5, 2013 at 12:09 PM

      Mint is one of my new favorites! So far all I own is this top, but I'm sure there are more mint items in my future!

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  7. dress up filesApril 3, 2013 at 1:28 PM

    I love the mint with polka dots! Such a great Easter look!

    www.dressupfiles.com

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  8. D.R.C + D.E.CApril 3, 2013 at 2:00 PM

    PLEASE post those old Easter outfit pictures. I would love to see :)

    I like this outfit and I also meant to tell you that I liked your outfit last night. I loved the boots and the dress!

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 5, 2013 at 12:09 PM

      Haha, I like that idea!

      Thanks, Danaegous - I thought of you when I wore my Hunter's!

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  9. MirelaApril 3, 2013 at 3:16 PM

    Yo' so fancy! And can you please post some of your old Easter pics? I reeeeeeeeeeally wanna see them. :)

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 5, 2013 at 12:10 PM

      Haha I think I need to - I mean, I've had two requests... :)

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  10. WillowApril 3, 2013 at 4:57 PM

    What a lovely Easter tradition, great to have memories like that. Your ensemble definitely screams "Spring" and "Easter." Those colours really suit you too. Beautiful photos!

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  11. CourtneyApril 3, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    That is such a sweet story about you and your sis. What a darling memory!

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  12. FranziskaApril 3, 2013 at 6:01 PM

    I don't think you'll look back at this and cringe! It's so classic with just enough 2013 sprinkled in that you'll be proud of what you wore. promise!

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  13. AllisonApril 3, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    You are adorable! I love the mint top!

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  14. elle [wonderfelle world]April 3, 2013 at 7:05 PM

    Aww haha I used to HATE the Easter dresses my mother picked out for us as a child but it would have been so fun to get to pick out your own outfit! I love the mint top and I'm sure you won't look back on this one and cringe!

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 5, 2013 at 12:11 PM

      It was fun to pick out the outfit, but it had to be so tough for my mom to watch us pick out rhinestone tops, hah!

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  15. ChiomaApril 3, 2013 at 8:04 PM

    hahaha! i'm trying to imagine you in a rhinestone tank top! love this look on you though, it's so classy and that necklace is SO pretty!

    ~Chioma
    C's Evolution of Style

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 5, 2013 at 12:11 PM

      I know, right?! That is just so far from anything I would ever wear now!

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  16. Happiness at Mid LifeApril 3, 2013 at 11:49 PM

    What a great memory! I love this top with the mint necklace - it adds an extra layer of dimension to your outfit without adding more clothes.

    Alice
    www.happinessatmidlife.com

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 5, 2013 at 12:12 PM

      Thanks Alice! I was so excited that the mint top looked good with the necklace!

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  17. AnonymousApril 4, 2013 at 1:57 AM

    Cute outfit!

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  18. CarlyApril 4, 2013 at 7:31 AM

    I really like this outfit! The shirt is such a pretty color and I like the neckline and sleeves.

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  19. Christine @ Projects Around The HouseApril 4, 2013 at 11:59 AM

    Love your outfit! Your style has come a long way :)

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  20. Cate @ Wild RuffleApril 4, 2013 at 12:38 PM

    Nothing wrong with a few rhinestones here and there.;) But I must admit, I'm more of a fan of your current style myself! ha!

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  21. UnknownApril 4, 2013 at 2:54 PM

    Love this! Your skirt is adorable and compliments the mint tones! I also love the tan heels, they're simply adorable!

    My mom would have us girls pick out outfits too, it was always the best art of Easter, besides the candy, of course!

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 5, 2013 at 12:15 PM

      Thanks - the heels have been an awesome addition to my wardrobe!

      I still wish my mom would give me money to pick out an outfit every once in a while, haha :)

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  22. ElanaApril 4, 2013 at 5:44 PM

    These colors are so pretty and I'm such a sucker for anything with polka dots! I just adore your style, definitely a new follower! :)

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  23. UnknownApril 4, 2013 at 9:37 PM

    Thanks for sharing that story. I am sure your mom and sister have equally fond memories of that day and/or the outfits. I love what you wore this year. Mint and polka dots make the perfect combination!


    -Karen
    www.yourstylistkaren.com

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  24. two birdsApril 5, 2013 at 10:35 AM

    for my 8th grade confirmation, my mom told me she would make me a dress of my choosing. i chose a pastel polka dot peplum dress with ruffled cap sleeved and a mock turtleneck. so there's that! you look great in this classic outfit. i love the colors together and your necklace is so pretty! have a great weekend!

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  25. Tea&SequinsApril 5, 2013 at 5:21 PM

    Haha I don't even want to know what I wore to all holidays past. I love your outfit here though! I'm a sucker for polka dots, and the top and necklace go together perfectly!

    Kaitlin
    www.teaandsequins.com

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 8, 2013 at 9:31 AM

      I was so glad I stumbled across that old pictures - I had no idea before what I had worn! So fun to look back!

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  26. Katha April 5, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    Lovely look ;)
    I like it!
    xx
    Katha

    showthestyle.blogspot.de

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  27. kariotakisApril 6, 2013 at 3:05 AM

    Hey! Great post I just came across your blog and I love it! It would be amazing if you
    could visit my blog too. We can also follow each other if you like! :)
    very nice!!! thanks for sharing!!!!

    Kariotakis

    vry cuteeee!!!

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  28. DanielleApril 6, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Such a pretty and classy look! My polka dot skirt has got to be one of my wardrobe favorites :)

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 8, 2013 at 9:32 AM

      Thanks, Danielle! I'm so glad I found this skirt while thrifting - I seriously wear it all the time!

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  29. DanaveeApril 7, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    I LOVE mint! This is a great outfit for any spring or summer event!

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  30. navy and orangeApril 7, 2013 at 1:57 PM

    great necklace with that sweater

    xoxo navy & orange

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  31. Elegance and MommyhoodApril 7, 2013 at 4:25 PM

    This is definitely a Great Easter Look. Love everything about it, especially the top and the awesome Briolette Necklace which you made yourself. =)

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  32. Sara SHOEmakerApril 8, 2013 at 12:04 AM

    wow I am so glad I found your blog! I love it! You have such sophisticated and adorable style. I need a classic fitting shirt like that that you can wear with Everything. ANd wow that skirt was Thrifted?! I just got one like it at Target for I'm sure much more than you paid! Nice job thrifting :) following you now!


    The House of Shoes

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    1. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeApril 8, 2013 at 9:33 AM

      Thanks so much, Sara! You know, I love the top so much that I'm thinking about going back for more colors!

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  33. Kayla @ Home ComingApril 8, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    Beautiful skirt! I'd love for you to link up to My Style Monday. http://fashionsgreatesthits.blogspot.com/2013/04/my-style-monday_8.html

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  34. ViancaApril 9, 2013 at 3:28 AM

    Love the look, especially the skirt!
    Vianca
    Little Miss Stylista

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  35. popcosmoApril 9, 2013 at 9:25 AM

    So cute and sweet! Perfect for Easter and I love that skirt :)
    XO ~Kim @ popcosmo.com

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  36. CarolynApril 9, 2013 at 9:52 AM

    Love love love this pairing! What a gorgeous necklace!
    Carolyn

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  37. dacyApril 29, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    Love this sweet story!

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