Friday 25 September 2015

Spring Dresses, Ankle Boots, Rebecca Minkoff Mini Affair Bag

With the weather warming in Brisbane and some proper spring temperatures arriving, I took the chance to wear my favourite spring outfit combination - ankle boots and a dress. I added an extra layer to both outfits as it's not quite as warm as I'd like it to be yet.

What I wore:

Away From Blue | Spring Jeanswest Rachel Lyocell chambray dress ankle boots red bag

AwayFromTheBlue | Rebecca Minkoff quilted red mini affair bag doubled strap
Top: Valleygirl blue 3/4 sleeve tee
DressJeanswest Rachel Lyocell chambray dress (C/O)
ShoesAsos airtime leather Chelsea boots in tan
Bracelets: the usual
BagRebecca Minkoff mini quilted affair bag in fire engine red (on sale in burgundy and on sale in grey)

Why I wore it:

Yep, that chambray dress again! I did warn on instagram it was going to be the dress I wear over and over for spring/summer this year, haha! It's pretty much being worn as soon as it's washed and ironed.

Decided to layer the blue tee under the dress for a little bit of extra warmth, as I wore a cardigan with it last time. I thought the red bag was a nice colourful option with the blue.

Wore this on a busy day! Went grocery shopping, viewed some more houses, and had to rush Cooper to the emergency vets in the afternoon as he cut his paw. Poor pup had to wear a bandage and the cone of shame.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarers, blue tee, chambray dress, Asos Chelsea ankle boots, Rebecca Minkoff mini affair bag.

Other ways to wear: blue tee and a pencil skirt, chambray dress and a cardigan, Chelsea ankle boots and printed jeans, Rebecca Minkoff mini affair bag and a maxi skirt.


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What I wore:

Away From Blue | Marc by Marc Jacobs Stargazer scarf navy stripe tee dress ankle boots

Away From Blue | Rebecca Minkoff mini quilted affair bag in fire engine red with navy stripes
DressAtmos&Here navy stripe tee dress
BootsRMK Chester black ankle boots
Bracelets: the usual
BagRebecca Minkoff mini quilted affair bag in fire engine red (on sale in burgundy and on sale in grey)

Why I wore it:

This was pre-groom, with Cooper still wearing his fluffy winter coat as he sits in the background of my shots. I'm so behind with blogging what I wear that I often just pick a few photos that make sense to post together, even if I do post things a little out of order.

In contrast to the outfit above, this was worn on a much quieter day. Spent the day with toddler T, running some errands in the morning. I had to do a little bit of driving around so I wore my knee bandage for some extra support.

This dress hasn't been worn in a while! I didn't wear it as much this winter as I did when I first got it. It's great for winter layering as it's quite a thick fabric, and it has a dropped hem in the back so it's got extra coverage when running around after a toddler. Hopefully I'll get a few more wears out of it before Brisbane gets too warm. I actually ended up taking the scarf off for some of the day, as the dress kept me nice and cosy.


Last worn: stargazer scarf, navy stripe tee dress, black ankle boots, Rebecca Minkoff mini affair bag (above).

Other ways to wearstargazer scarf with a little red dress, navy stripe tee dress and Converse, ankle boots and a maxi skirt, Rebecca Minkoff mini affair bag and a printed dress.


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64 comments:

  1. i have that bag in pink. love the red!!

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  2. I love the mix of blues with the pop of orange!

    Alicia | Between the Pearls

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    1. It's more red than orange, but the colour is a little off in the pics. Orange looks great with blue! :)

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  3. I love the ankle boots + dress combo too, and it's one I'm excited to wear now that it's fall here. What a fun bag too, I love the pop of color it adds!

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    1. Yes it's nice we will be in the same temperatures! :)

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  4. So when getting dressed this morning I grabbed a scarf. (Totally not my thing). I had a what would Mica do moment and actually LOVED the way my outfit turned out. Hopefully I can snap a little photo of myself later today. (;

    I love how you always seem to effortlessly work scarves into your looks. It's something I totally envy. They just add so much to the look. I'd love to see a video or post on different ways you tie them. For the life of me I can only master the "bib" look. haha

    Have a wonderful weekend girl! (:

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    1. haha thank you! I'm so glad I could inspire you. 90% of the time I just do the bib look too! It just looks different as I have so many scarves I do it with... :P

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  5. Nice outfit, I like the denim dress :)

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  6. Both dresses look great on you! I like your layering in the first one, although I find different shades of blue really tricky to mix. Poor little Cooper! I hope his paw is okay.

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    1. I guess it's because I have so much blue in my wardrobe I just got used to wearing it all together, haha! :)

      Coops is doing much better thank you! The limp is all gone and he's back to his normal walks :)

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  7. both of these dresses are lovely. I think that striped dress look is my fav, probably because I love striped so much and that dress looks so comfy and cozy. No wonder you didn't need the scarf, but I must say that the scarf is such a lovely accessory for this dress, keep it in mind for when the time gets cold again.

    Have a nice day!

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    1. It is such a great dress! I will definitely remember this look for when it's cooler again next year :)

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    2. and it is also a perfect dress to wear on its own when it is warm!

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    3. It is! I'll have to wear it again in October for the #Frocktober challenge! :)

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  8. Loving the second look SO much, and the appearance by your dog, super cute haha.

    N- Naomi in Wonderland

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  9. Your red quilted bag is perfection! Great accessory for Fall!

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  10. Love the color combo! Your doggy is too cute in the background :P

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  11. I love your chambray dress, it is so pretty!
    x,Abril
    The Color Palette

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  12. Love that chambray dress! It looks great layered over the teal top as well! :)
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  13. I love your ankle boots + dress outfits! Those tan ankle boots are awesome!

    Sarah
    http://mybowsandclothes.blogspot.com

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  14. What an amazing bag! It compliments both of your outfits perfectly and adds just the right amount of color!

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  15. What a cute little clutch. Love your full scarf and your chambray dress.

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  16. Love your last look, Mica! The scarf accomply all colors of your outfit. Both dresses are perfect for the warming weather. Have a great weekend, Mica!

    xoxo Ira
    JOURNAL OF STYLE / BLOGLOVIN

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  17. Love both of these dresses and how you accessorized them- making both PERFECT for fall!
    xoxo
    Brooke|LookBrooke

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    1. They would be perfect for fall! Spring here in Australia but I think the temperatures are similar :)

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  18. You're rocking that denim dress - I love it :)

    Corinne x
    www.skinnedcartree.com

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  19. Love those ankle boots and Cooper is such a wannabe dog model, look how he always gets in on the action!

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    1. haha, he is such a little poser! Still not going to make him his own instagram though ;) He'd become too much of a poser then!

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  20. I love the pop of orange your bag gives this look! You always style your purses so well! :)

    Stephanie @ Sartorial Diner

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    1. Thanks! It's more red than orange but orange would look great too with blue!

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  21. Nice the hear the weather is starting to warm up a little for you :) I love the first dress, super cute! But I also love the added scarf in the second look as well :)

    RedLip&Love

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  22. I'm a dress/ankle boots fan too. Just waiting for the weather to warm up more in Sydney so I can wear them! Its like winter is back lately!

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    1. Yes what's up with the weather?! It's the same in Brisbane. We had lovely spring temps and then boom back down to single digits. Very weird.

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  23. lovely outfit. sorry bout your knee tho. hope you feel better soon :)

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

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  24. Seriously love the dress/ankle boot combo for fall!

    Chelsea
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  25. That denim dress is very lovely! I do not envy you with the upcoming weather (haha) but it is great that it is starting to warm up, even if it is just a little bit :)

    Florals&Smiles

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    1. I'm looking forward to it, I love the warmth! :)

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  26. I love it when we can start wearing spring outfits again. Your bag is so gorgeous, what a gorgeous colour. The scarf is a real stand out also.

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    1. Yes I'm always so happy when spring and warm weather returns! :)

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  27. I love the purse~! It goes nicely with the rest of the outfit <33

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  28. Two great outfits, but I especially love the second one! That dress looks super comfy and goes perfectly with the scarf and RM bag! I'm jealous of your collection of ankle boots too! (I seriously need a new pair!) :)

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    1. I recently updated my ankle boots collection in the autumn sales - glad I did, was nice to have some flat options to wear! :)

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  29. Those dresses are so cute! I especially love the first one.

    Connie | Sponsored by Coffee | Etsy

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  30. That Rebecca Minkoff mini quilted affair bag in fire engine red is simply awesome, I just might have to pick it up:))))))))) You look so sweet and chic there, nice choice!
    Have a fabulous time!

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  31. I'm loving all the spring inspiration coming through in your outfits lately! Poor Cooper, I hope he's ok :( that's such a pretty and colourful scarf, so perfect for the sunny weather! :)

    Metallic Paws

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    1. He's doing much better now thank you, back to his usual, happy, non-limping self!

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  32. Both the dresses are pretty
    Lovin the scarfs as always babe!

    The Bandwagon Chic | Instagram | Bloglovin | Snapchat: bandwagonchic

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  33. I forever leave your bag with the urge to update my wardrobe, damn you! :p

    Musings & More

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  34. love that scarf!

    xx closetchronicle.blogspot.com

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  35. I love ankle boots with a dress! Your red bag is so great. I have one of those in a different color, and it's a favorite of mine.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  36. Glad to hear Cooper is better. Ankle boots with dresses make such a great pairing. And these two combos are lovely especially with the scarf in the second one.

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  37. I like both looks… and by now Cooper should be ok :)
    I can only wonder how your house hunting is coming along .

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    1. Yep, Cooper is all healed up now :)

      House hunting is coming along slowly, haha! It's difficult finding the perfect place!

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  38. Is it just me or has your hair grown back super fast after you had it cut? I'm so jealous!

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    1. I was actually just thinking that the other day, ha! It does seem to have grown back quick! Due another trim soon!

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  39. Loving the shades of blue in both outfits! Nice layering :)
    Aw, and poor Cooper...hope he's doing better!

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  40. Thank you all for your comments :)

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  41. Yayyy.. love the outfits! But as usual, your bag is what I always look at first, Mica hihi..
    Hope your knees will totally get better soon!
    Have a lovely day!

    xoxo
    Jhem | JhemSays.com

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  42. I always love blue & orange together! It looks so good paired up. Beautiful outfits.
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  43. I like these transitional outfits! Dresses and booties are such a great combo!

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