Friday, January 11, 2013

My Best Self and a Tailor and Stylist {Giveaway}

I'm turning what feels like a lot older frightfully soon and am determined to step out of this dichotomous style conundrum that's seemed to rule my stay-at-home-mama years.   I usually feel sloppy or glamified and I'd like there to be a bit more variation. 

I love getting dressed up and feeling like my best self, but it actually only happens when the occasion calls for it.  I'm vowing to try a bit harder to venture outside the black yoga pants and grey hoodie daily ensemble.  I'm trying to avoid looking like the crazy-train for a quick jaunt to the market, and I'm thinking about daily alternatives to the ponytail/folded over ponytail/side braid, hair-do options.

Tailor and Stylist an online boutique, is graciously helping me with these efforts with a few of their lovely pieces, including this timeless Allessandra Wool Coat.  Even if I do have a bit of slop going on underneath, this coat's ultra feminine Bateau neckline and whimsical large buttons instantly add a touch of old school glamor to my life.  




I also really love their take on an invaluable wardrobe staple - the classic riding boot.  Their equestrian-esque Audra Riding Boot offers an effortless and comfortable way to dress up many outfits.


Want in on the goods?  Tailor and Stylist is giving away a $75 credit (which goes a long way with their modest pricing!) to one lucky reader.  Enter to win in the Rafflecopter below and a winner (US only) will be selected next week.

Want to shop now with a 10% discount?  Just enter code:  marinobambinos10 at checkout


a Rafflecopter giveaway  
Tailor and Stylist provided me with clothing and accessories to help facilitate this review.  All opinions are my own.   

203 comments:

  1. Love the clothes and the price! A fellow mom who needs to get out of a slump.

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  2. love this! I'm trying to look less frumpy too and if nothing else, a good pair boots and a cute coat can dress up anything! :)

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    1. I agree and a little effort makes me feel so much better about myself too.

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  3. These clothes are gorg! Would be nice to spruce up my wardrobe!

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  4. They have some really cute shoes. And their coats are actually reasonably priced!

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  5. Clothes look amazing! Everything is reasonably priced!

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  6. Former NY'er here... Great style!

    Thanks for having this giveaway!

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  7. Love the boots really cute...

    also I am a new follower & would love for you to follow me back, thanks

    Tara

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  8. clothes r so amazing!for very good price

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  9. It would be nice to win this. I am now following you on GFC as kosherpickle

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  10. I could use some nice clothes like this, I have nothing to go out in. Thanks for the chance to win. Pick me, Pick me, Please Pick Me.

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  11. Thank you so more for this great giveaway

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  12. Thanks! Everything looks great. Nice giveaway!

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  13. Just my style, new shopping site. :)

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  14. Thanks for the giveaway, I would love to win this prize!

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  15. I'm all about the boots

    jkebeans at live dot com

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    1. I agree, riding boots are such a great wardrobe staple!

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  16. i need new clothes. thanks for the great giveaway! :)

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  17. WOW what a beautiful boutique and the prices are fabulous!! Love the earrings!!

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  18. I love the coats!! Great giveaway :D

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  19. Superb giveaway, thanks for the opportunity.

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  20. superb giveaway, thanks for the opportunity

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  21. Oh my that coat and those boots are TO DIE FOR.

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  22. Beautiful clothes !!!!

    Mommyofone Shanna

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  23. Wow! What a wonderful giveaway!

    Hope you're having a great weekend and 2013! ;D

    Miki.

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    1. Thanks so much and hope you are too Miki! Best of luck.

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  24. Great giveaway! I would love to win!

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  25. Oh my goodness! There are a ton of cute things! I really like the Contrast Colorblock Trench Jacket - Black. It's really nice.

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  26. Oh, my gosh! Lovin these threads! You're gorgeous, girl!

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  27. I absolutely LOVE that riding boot!! It's incredible! *Drooling* I want, I want, I want! :D

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    1. I've been wearing them a ton and they are so comfortable too. Best of luck and thanks for entering!

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  28. thanks for the chance love everything especially the coat

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  29. You look gorgeous Monica!! I'm in love with everything you're modeling here...especially that coat and those boots. Great giveaway :)

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  30. I;d love to check out this place and see what they offer.

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  31. the best boyfriend sweater is sooooo cute. I also love some of the dresses

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  32. thanks for the giveaway. I love the clothes that i seen

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  33. You are right about the prices! It's nice to see more online retailers with affordable, stylish goods.

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  34. Great pics! I completely agree with you...I make such an effort when I go out BUT if anyone were to stop by and see me in my scrubs then I'd be so embarrassed!!! lol!

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  35. Riding boots are such a great staple. Wearing a pair today!

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  36. Just say love clothes indeed thanks for this great giveaway

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  37. i adore these classy looking clothes just have to have

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  38. this looks amazing ty for the chance to win

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  39. The boots are beautiful, so is the coat!

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  40. I would love to win! Thanks for the giveaway =D

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  41. Great product! Thanks for the giveaway!! :)

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  42. I am in love with the polka dot delight dress!

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  43. I'm in love with those boots. I would love to win!

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  44. You look fabulous sweetie!! Thanks for this very generous opportunity!

    Sharon
    lunrei@yahoo.com

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  45. Such cute clothes! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  46. I love that coat! It's so gorgeous:)

    Shandi Naugle
    shandimessmerfacebook@hotmail.com

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  47. Thanks for the giveaway! That wool coat is so pretty!

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  48. You are gorgeous! You know that right? I am in LOVE with the hat/hairband your wearing in the first photo. I am a lover of all things hair accessories! I'm hosting a style link-up too if you'd like to join in on the fun!

    WIth Love,

    Rubi
    www.lilyamongthornsblog.blogspot.com

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  49. Oh I am SO glad to be introduced to Taylor & Stylist! Gorgeous clothes & accessories and very much my style. (when I get dressed up) This is going to become a favorite shopping stop for sure.

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  50. I'd love to win this Giveaway!

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  51. You look so great! I just found your blog and I can't believe I've never been here before. I'm a new follower and I hope you come say hi!
    xo
    Sharon

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  52. they have some really cute clothes and really great prices

    sandradavis07 at comcast dot net

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    1. Thanks so much for visiting Jill!

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  54. I love the classic style! Great giveaway!

    Take Care,
    Mandy Jean
    www.mandyjeanchic.com
    mandyjeanchic@gmail.com

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  55. Those boots were made for walking! Thanks for the chance to win!!

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  56. Thanks for the chance!

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  57. Those boots are just beyond! Love riding boots too! Thank you for another great giveaway!

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    1. The boots really are fantastic. I've been wearing them so much and I'm also really impressed with the quality. Best of luck!

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  58. I am in love!!! And YAY! it's affordable!

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  59. Love that coat and the head wrap looks great on you.
    Exactly the reason I started my blog almost 3.5 years ago!

    Daphne.
    Visiting from Monday Mingle.
    http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com

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  60. I need some new spring accessories!

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  61. Love the coat--all there stuff is so darling!

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  62. I love the shoes!!!!
    Crazyweirdo33@yahoo.com

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  63. Such a cute outfit!

    Thanks for the great giveaway!

    khbride at yahoo dot com

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  64. that coat is really cute..

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  65. i love their clothes thanks for the giveaway

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  66. I love the character all of their pieces have. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  67. Love the coats!! You look fabulous as usual! xoxo, Jessica at Boys Oh Boys

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  68. thanks for introducing me to this brand. I like them!

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  69. I'd actually never heard of this brand until now, but I think that I'll totally keep them in mind for my future shopping. Thanks for this rad giveaway and awesome opportunity!

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  70. You look so adorable!! Love the boots...

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  71. Love those boots! Love their clothing they have such great stuff!

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  72. Looking great Monica, just love the big buttoned coat! Hope I win this one, could use some stylish clothes :)

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  73. You look great and I love the boots!!
    Bjs, Ana

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  74. Good giveaway! Allisoneatschinesefood@live.com

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  75. Cute!! Thrown on with some jeans and sunglasses and I could've just rolled out of bed with no one noticing :)

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  76. I've been looking for a new coat - these are perfect!

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  77. great giveaway!

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  78. I love the coat! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  79. love everything! thanks for the chance! wadenshell at gmail dot com

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  80. Very nice coats! Would love to win.

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  81. I love the coat with the big wooden buttons!

    michellehaskell at gmail dot com
    michelle riebeek

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  82. I think the ear Your Heart on Your Dress is really cute and affordable at $34.99! http://www.tands.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/wear-your-heart-on-your-dress

    Nancy
    allibrary (at) aol (dot) com

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  83. deanna needs a new pair of boots!
    xoxo

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  84. wow I love the clothing. Thank you for the opportunity

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  85. Those boots are killer! Every woman should have a great pair of riding boots.

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  86. Love the Street Style Slouchy Purse

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  87. Love their shoe selection....especially the audra riding boot

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  88. Beautiful clothing! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  89. Cool Giveaway. My son is engaged and I think I would give this to his fiance' to have a little fun with should I win, LOL

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  90. Probably my new favorite online shop! I love everything!

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  91. I live in the midwest. Don't think I couldn't use this!

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  92. Lisa Sicora - lisa.sicora@hotmail.comJanuary 19, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    ADORE the coat & have been looking to get a pair of boots like this! You're stylin' sista'!! Thanks!

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  93. absolutely love the outfit in the picture.

    cb_shorty2003@yahoo.com

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  94. I love the coat, I am in need of a new one desperately!

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  95. I would love to give this to my daughter. She just left for college and needs nice clothes. Thanks for the opportunity.

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  96. Its impossible to pick a favorite.

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  97. Wow the cream jacket pictured above with the bow near the neck is just DARLING! You have a new GFC follower :)
    Thanks for the giveaway!! Have a stylish weekend!

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  98. I love their look and their prices!! Thanks for the chance:)
    Elle
    hey_wren@yahoo.com

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  99. Thanks for offering a great giveaway! Have a great day!

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  100. I looking for a happy shopping day! Woot! Woot!

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  101. I like this: Luxe Edge Circle Stud Bracelet. :-)
    jlapage@labiomed.org

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  102. Love the wool broach hat :) Thanks for the giveaway

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  103. skywage1@aol.com

    Gorgeous and feminine for my wife

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  104. love to win this for my wife. Thankyou, ken pohl19@comcast.net

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  105. i love the coats and the Boots - The Audra Riding Boot for sure and i like the square ring they have

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    1. I like the square ring and quilted detailing so much too..they are a great boot at an unbelievable price too!

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  106. I like their selection of dresses!

    rawrms at gmail dot com

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  107. Wow, you weren't kidding about the prices. Nice !

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    1. I really do too. I've been wearing them so much and the quality is impressive too. Best of luck and thanks for visiting!

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  109. What a fun giveaway! Also, you look so pretty in the pictures!

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    1. Thanks so much for visiting Kristin! I love your blog!

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  111. Great prices, Great Clothes. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  112. Beautiful fashions, would love to win. Thanks for the opportunity.

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  113. What great accessories. I will be shopping there!

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  114. I think this is beautiful:
    Mermaid Maxi Skirt

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  115. heather says: love the coats
    hg temp addy at hot mail dot com

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  116. This is a great giveaway. I would enjoy winning it.

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  117. I agree the coat is good - but the hat is fabulous!

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  118. I'd love to get the Flattering Fleece Pea Coat:

    http://www.tands.com/collections/outerwear/products/flattering-fleece-pea-coat-navy

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  119. I would love one of their coats! Mines a bit dowdy right now...

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  120. Thank you so much for the giveaway!! I love gift cards :)

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  121. gorgeous pics! Love your style!

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  122. Beautiful things on your site!!!

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  123. thanks for the giveaway
    cmuchick2006@hotmail.com

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  124. You look really cute! My "mom uniform" is waaay less flattering!
    Hanna
    Fantasticafternoon at yahoo dot com

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    1. I understand! This is dressed up for me! Best of luck.

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  125. Thanks for the chance. That first coat you have on is just gorgeous!

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  126. You look great awesome style, thanks for the chance!


    sweets6@yahoo.com

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  127. This is a great giveaway! emilywells10@gmail.com

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  128. thanks for such an awesome giveaway!! :)

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  129. This is my style! I'm obsessed!!

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  130. Love their amazing stuff! Especially the Bootie- Color Block Appeal!

    -Ashley Marie Morrissey
    ashummz05(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  131. The clothes are adorable and reasonably priced.

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  132. The clothes are adorable and reasonably priced.

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  133. The Wear Your Heart on Your Dress is soo cute.

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  134. I really want some riding boot, very cute.

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  135. they have some pretty stuff and nice prices, I'd love to have some new clothes

    alterna7 at hotmail dot com

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  136. Wow. Very stylish and Beautiful clothes. I visited the site and loved their Mermaid Maxi Skirt

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  137. I LOVE these clothes! Thank you for this opportunity.

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  138. Such great clothing, and AWESOME prices!!! Fingers crossed! Thanks for the chance!

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    1. The prices are amazing! Best of luck.

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  139. Their stuff looks awesome!

    Thanks!
    babychooch at gmail dot com
    Acire A

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  140. You look smashing - from head to toe! Thanks for the great giveaway - if I am lucky enough to win - I know I would buy (among other things) the delightful Charlotte Scarves in both Red and Olive.

    Jesselyn A/Jesstinger
    Jessterlyn(at)aol(dot)com

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  141. Love the boots!

    mundaneminnie at gmail dot com

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  142. Love the coats and the boots!
    Thanks for a great giveaway!

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  143. The coat looks very warm , my wife would love to wear something so nice .

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