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Easy Living

July 31, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

It’s summer time and the living is easy, as the saying goes. But the dressing – not so much. I always struggle with summer looks because my style is so based in layering. This is an example of a casual outfit I throw on during those days when it’s just too hot for anything else.

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Dress: French Connection (similar here), Belt: Forever21 (similar here), Necklace: Hand-me-down from my mom, Hat: Payless (similar here), Shoes: Payless (similar here), Rings: Thrifted and purchased in Toledo, Nails: Licorice by Essie

Photos are mine.

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  1. ronyshapira says

    August 2, 2013 at 6:46 am

    love the dress! you look gorgeous!!
    xx
    http://wattwewear.wordpress.com/

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