October 5th, 2010

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Oh Mary Kate, how I wish I was you (and not just for canoodling with Uncle Jesse all those years)! Ever since I saw this picture I’ve wanted to replicate this outfit… sans feather headdress that is. This is the perfect combination of adorable/casual. I saw this picture about two years ago and every time I found into a full skirt I thought of Mary Kate but when I tried on the skirt I saw an awkward eight- year old. Full skirts are easy to find but tough to pull off. For me, they have been very unflattering, adding a few pounds or when paired with a t-shirt, creating a mid-section bulge- never good.

I found this skirt by accident. I was at the Goodwill at Bloor and Sherbourne, where I was searching for the perfect black winter short, when I found this adorable, on-trend, elastic-waisted circle skirt! Trying not to get too excited (as a thrift store junky, finding the right size is always an issue) I went to try it on.  It fit! And for the low price of $6!

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My favourite thing about this skirt (besides the twirl-ability and non-bulge) is the label which reads, “Mes Trois Soeurs”, or “My Three Sisters” for those of you who weren’t forced to take French. It made me think of my sisters and my mom, who has turned into both a sister and a best friend. Ahhhh I miss you guys!

Since I didn’t have time to post a picture I’m using the magic of Polyvore to show you what I wore my skirt with today using similar items. It ended up being a tad bit too school-girl but it had a classic vibe which I loved.

Mes Trois Soeurs outfit
Mes Trois Soeurs outfit by MyVintageSecret featuring a double breasted coat

Have a great day!

-Kaitlin

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January 18th, 2010

Another set of photos by Char!


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Thrifted


Scarf: Double Take Thrift Store, $3

Boots: Goodwill St. Clair, $12

Not-so Thrifted:


Orange Sweater: H&M $15

Zipper Belt: H&M $18

Dress: Forever 21, $18

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January 7th, 2010

I finally took the time to get some proper pictures taken of one
of my favourite DIYs: The Jaune Sweater! Photos courtesy of
one of my favourite people, Char Loro, (right)who at one point
during this “shoot” told me she would punch me in the face if I
continued to stop smiling whenever I thought she was going
to take a picture (producing the photo below of me laughing to
death). I love you Char! Scroll down for outfit details.


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October 25th, 2009
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October 16th, 2009
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October 6th, 2009

Thrifted: Floral Blazer, Bag,  and shoes

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October 3rd, 2009
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