Monday 7 July 2014

Converse, Maxi Skirts, Scarves, Marc By Marc Jacobs Handbags

Baby T has arrived, and I'm blogging less regularly as life revolves around a newborn and pyjamas are my main OOTD. I'm continuing to share my outfits when I leave the house and have time to take a photo.


Here's what I wore to pop into the city one afternoon:
skull scarf, stripe top, denim jacket, maxi skirt and converse OOTD

marc by marc jacobs carob brown fran bag
Jacket: Bubblegum denim jacket
ScarfAlexander McQueen pink pashmina in skull and floral print
Top: Kmart striped drop shoulder tee
SkirtTarget grey marle maxi skirt
ShoesConverse Chuck Taylor All Star low in black
Bracelets: the usual
BagMarc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown


We'd been waiting a little while for some paperwork to come through for baby T. Luckily when we found out it was ready for us to pick up, my family were visiting so we were able to leave baby at home and head into the city. As per usual, getting dressed quickly was necessary so I went with my default outfit - maxi skirt, stripes, converse and a skull scarf! Getting a little predictable, but it's good to have outfit staples to fall back on when I don't have a lot of time. Added the denim jacket to keep warm as it was cooling in the evening.

During the pregnancy I had fun playing dress up in my wardrobe now and then, to see what clothes still fit the growing bump and to come up with outfit ideas. Clothes are much further down my list of priorities now if I do get a moment of free time. I usually have a nap instead! I honestly do, you should see the housework that's being neglected ;) Life with baby means less housework, more naps.


Last worn: denim jacket, skull scarf, stripe top, target maxi skirt, Converse, Marc by Marc Jacobs Fran bag.



Here's what I wore to run errands with baby T:
winter wear converse, maxi skirt, neon leopard print scarf, peach knit jumper
SunglassesRayban new Wayfarers
Scarf: Supre neon pink leopard print scarf
Jumper: Supre knit loose fit jumper in bahamas
SkirtTarget black and white striped maxi skirt
ShoesConverse Chuck Taylor All Star low in black
Bracelets: the usual
BagMarc by Marc Jacobs pretty nylon Eliz-A-Baby bag


Sometimes we have appointments we can't get out of and we need to bring baby T along - despite the many offers of friends and family to baby sit. Wore this to take baby T out for an early morning appointment and to run a few quick errands. Again with a maxi skirt, but just a light knit as we weren't out long and a jacket wasn't needed. I thought the colours in the scarf worked well with the peach of the jumper, and I thought I'd better wear something other than a skull scarf for a change!


Last worn: Ray-ban, neon leopard scarf, peach knit, stripe maxi skirt, Converse (see above), Marc by Marc Jacobs baby bag.

Linking up with Monday Must-Haves, Let It Shine, Real Mum Style, WIWW, Wardrobe Wednesday, What I Wore, Spotlight Weekly today.



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39 comments:

  1. Oooh love the warm tones in that second outfit. The scarf and sweater go together so perfectly!

    The Dragonfruit Diaries

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  2. You are looking wonderful. What a gorgeous time. BTW housework is futile and over-rated. Xx

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  3. I think you look very put together, even if getting dressed is last on your list these days.
    Chic on the Cheap

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  4. lots of layers going on! fun to see, as everything is still in summer mode over here. i really love the combo in your second outfit. it's definitely a great time to rely on clothing staples! i would be napping too whenever possible :)

    xo,
    gabby
    www.likealittlefox.blogspot.com

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  5. You are definitely the queen of fun colorful scarves!! How many do you have?? I'm sooo curious! You also do an amazing job at layering in your outfits, congrats :)

    www.thejoyoffashionblog.com

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    1. too many! haha! I just went and filled 2 bags of scarves for donating, as I have so many that I rarely wear!

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  6. Mica, I like you new "uniform". I think it looks good, comfy and fun! You look great. Get rest, when baby gets rest.

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    1. Thanks Kim! Sleep when baby sleeps is the best advice :) although a little blogging now and then for some "me time" is good at nap-times too :)

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  7. the weather looks pretty good up there! glad to see you out and about though we'd totally understand if you had baby things to do! the scarf does work with the jumper, though i don't think i'd ever get bored of your skull scarves ;)

    steph / absolutely-fuzzy.com

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    1. hehe they are great scarves! As evidenced by my giant collection haha! Winter is being quite kind to us, cold snaps seem infrequent so far.

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  8. I love your go to outfit and you always look so great in your maxis!

    xo, Amy Ann
    The Real Arnolds

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  9. You already look fantastic! Great go to outfits!
    x Kirsty

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  10. You rock maxi's like no ones business!! Love the first outfit. Hope you are doing well and getting more sleep! :)
    xx

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  11. Love this look and that you're still getting such great use out of your maxi skirts!

    www.fashionistastyle1.blogspot.com

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  12. Love the maxi dress you look chic!

    Kim,USA

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  13. Lovely.. I love the way you have styled those maxi skirts. My favourite is the first one. Cannot go wrong with a denim jacket

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  14. You have a great collection of colorful printed scarves and maxi skirts Mica. All of your Maxi Skirts look so comfy too. I am loving both outfits equally.

    Hope baby T is doing really well and growing up each day. =)

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  15. That last look is quite clever Mica, the colours, the pattern mix and the sneakers peeking out :)

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    1. hehe, gotta have my converse! Shoe-wear of the winter for me this year I think!

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  16. Naps are ALWAYS a good idea :)

    <a href="http://transatlanticblonde.blogspot.com>☼Transatlantic Blonde☼/a>

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  17. Loving the maxi skirts Mica! And well done for leaving the house at all with newborn in tow - especially with real actual outfits that look fab. Congrats on bub xx K

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    1. Thanks! It's easy when I stick to familiar outfit formulas! :)

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  18. You are slowing converting me into a maxi-skirt fan! I don't have any yet, but you make them look so easy and pretty!

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    1. I was sucked in the first time I found one that was a good length on me - always thought I was too short for them! Big fan now :)

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  19. You are looking gorgeous! You know how to rock a maxi. Rachel x

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  20. That is absolutely the perfect way to manage life with a new baby! Awesome work. You look gorgeous as ever. Thanks for joining Wardrobe Wednesday x

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  21. Your go-to is much glam than my faithful denim and stripes thang. Hehehe! Loving that scarf, so vibrant and cute for our confused winter.

    SDMxx
    www.daringcoco.com

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    1. Oh I still have a soft spot for denim and stripes! Just more skirts than jeans that fit me at the moment hehe :)

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  22. Love your look.....nice big :).

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  23. Such great maxi skirts! I really need to get my hands on some more (and maxi dresses!).

    Lauren xo

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  24. awww just catching up on your blog, congrats on your beautiful baby!
    and im loving these outfits, gorgeous scarves


    x

    ♥ Ellen #NZblogger
    SHOPSTYLECONQUER.COM
    Facebook + Instagram

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  25. The scarf looks so cute on you! xo akiko
    Style Imported

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  26. These are nice comfy outfits to run errands in. You look great.

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  27. Absolutely gorgeous outfits. I love your handbag it's beautiful. Shannon X

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  28. Thank you all for your kind comments! :)

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