Monday, March 5

inspiration monday outfit

Hello! Hope you had a wonderful weekend. Our weekends are always filled with so many kids' and family activities. But I managed to catch a movie with my hubby... which was nice. We watched Extremely Loud and Incredibly close. I was tearing like a silly woman at some point whereas my hubby was holding up his chin and trying hard to keep himself awake with the pop corn.  The story about a boy who lost his father in 911 is sentimental but rather slow moving. I think it's probably not a movie for men who usually enjoy comedies and action. 

Now for inspiration monday at Two birds. The inspiration picture for today is The saturdays,  as in the band. The gals at two birds were playing around with the word"saturday" which was very funny. Go to here for a good laugh. Aren't they chic? I like the first and second one from the left. But I have to choose one so I am going for the second one. The blue, red and white nautical look.  The ropes on the jacket is so adorable. 


My inspired and all thrifted version is this:

 thrifted top ($4, SOSN)
thrifted H&M jeans ($3.50, SA sale)
thrifted Charles and Keith heels ($3, HP)
vintage bag ($14.50, SOSN)



Are you inspired by The Saturdays on a Monday? Head down to inspiration monday now to link up!
Or if you want to be visible, join Patti at Visible Monday!
And not forgetting to share your thrifted outfit at Thrifters Anonymous.


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71 comments:

  1. Wow, the movie sounds good but I'm sure I'd be bawling too! Love you in the nautical look, so vibrant and fun;)

    Aesthetic Lounge

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  2. love the red pants!!!

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  3. My little friend........So cute with the red pants and the military jacket! You are rocking!

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  4. I've been wanting to see that movie! I just hate to watch tear jerkers sometimes. LOVE LOVE LOVE this look and the heels just set the whole thing off! Hugs! ~Serene

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  5. hahaha thanks for the link, i laughed so hard with their little conversation.
    love your version of her outfit more than the original one, i guess its due to the top which i like more than hers.
    glad that you had time to relax with your husband and thanks for the information/review, i was thinking of watching that movie
    xx
    marianne

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  7. I read the book 5 years ago, and it became one of my favorite books! It was amazing, and I am yet to watch the movie! I can only imagine the incredible story they captured on the screen because the book is outstanding!
    Anyways, you look lovely, Mongs, I like your version much better! Navy top looks really nice with the red pants!
    Good luck!

    skinnymoonstick.blogspot.com

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  8. Yes! You did my favorite outfit of the bunch, and I like yours better. That top is really nice on you, and this outfit really suits you. I love those shoes, as always, especially with this outfit. Wonderful

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  9. mongs you've managed to blow me away with your creativity again. i bet your closet is divine. lovely outfit! :)

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  10. I like that top. Your outfit is very nautical.

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  11. Lovely outfit Mongs!! The collar is so unique and flattering on you!! Happy Monday!!

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  12. Love the top! You did awesome getting so close to the original outfit. Great job! :)

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  13. The red pants are fabulous Mongs! I finally managed to do an inspiration monday outfit. Wow its' been a while!

    www.mrschong.com

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  14. That top is CHERRY I love it!

    BTW have NO plans on seeing that Sandra Bullock movie as much as I love her. The trailer alone had me bawling and I have no plans on making myself depressed :p

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  16. Ops! I accidentally deleted the comment. Sorry! Anyway, I am really in love with those thrifted shoes of yours. Love them! I love this whole outfit, that nautical theme look. I was looking for some colorful jeans the other day while at the rummage sale, but didn't get any luck for one that fits me.

    http://chetopianfamily.blogspot.com/2012/03/rummage-sale-haul.html

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  17. love ur outfit! ur shoes r amazing n the entire outfit!! :)
    u hav a new follower ! check my blog n hope u follow me back! :)
    xoxo

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  18. I wanna see that movie too! lol! :)

    I love your interpretation of that outfit. It is amazing!

    I love that top! ^_^

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  19. once again a super cute outfit from you. I like the top which reminds me a bit of sailor style and the red pants sure pop out right away. oh, and those heels - I think I always love your heels ;)

    Maiken/
    Maikeni blogi - part of me

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    1. thank you Maiken you're always so encouraging! Have a great week!

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  20. love the inspiration a lot :D nice red trousers!

    xx

    www.sickbytrend.com

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  21. Gorgeous shirt!! What a great thrifty find! x

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  22. Oh I LOVE your interpretation of that outfit - your blouse is absolutely adorable! And the navy & red look great together. I really want to see that movie - but I figured I should wait until I can see it at home so I'm not bawling in public :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  23. Sounds like a busy, busy weekend! So much for rest and relaxation??? :-) I LOVE your outfit--the top is pretty and the pants are so perfect! And I love those shoes! I like your outfit better than the inspiration picture.

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  24. Hey Mongs!
    Thanks a lot for your comment on my blog and for giving me the chance to discover yours, which is very enjoyable and! I value fashion sense and attitude, and you sure have both, girl! Keep growing that style passion! Also loved reading about your weekend; you have a nice pen, which makes your blog far more interesting!
    BTW, I've so fallen for this chic&cheap ensemble: each piece is gorgeous, but even better it's the way you carry it all off.
    Following you now, and if you like my blog, I'll be thrilled to have you among my followers, as well!
    XOXO, María José
    http://nuarbarcat.blogspot.com/

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  25. Love your inspired outfit! :) the nautical look really suits you, and I love the red pants.

    AwayFromTheBlue.blogspot.com.au

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  26. Well done, you look amazing! I love the navy blue shirt, it's so beautiful. Also I love the pinkish red pants, because the navy isn't usually paired with pinkish tones.

    Love,
    Evamaria

    http://despite-the-style.blogspot.com/

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  27. this is one of my fave looks of yours... the top is amazing and it looks so good with those red pants and platforms. ADORABLE!

    http://wardrobexperience.blogspot.com

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  28. Hi Mongs!

    Back from vacation with a terrible head cold! oh boy!
    I have been checking out your recent outfits, really pretty and very colorful!

    I will be back soon and thanks for your comments

    Ariane xxxxx

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  29. As usual, I loved your ideas - such a cute outfit! I am not able to dress amazingly, I brought 4 sweaters only, some dresses it's true, and I have to buy some things here. But I wore a simple thing for today!
    Your shoes are fabulous!

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  30. you look way better than she does in her nautical outfit! i love that top on you! and you look so amazing in your red skinnies!

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  31. I love this nautical look, Mongs! Thanks for sharing it with Visible Monday.

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  32. That top is outstanding. I love all the detail on it. It looks super with the red pants. You have such an eye for creating such beautiful looks.

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  33. I love your top!! It's so much cuter than the one in the picture! I have wanted to see that movie, but I think I'll have to watch it with some girlfriends based on your review! My hubby would be the same way from how it sounds!

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  34. You look amazing, I love your take on this inspiration photo! That shirt is perfect, what an amazing thrift find.. and you styled it wonderfully. Love the nautical, classic feel :)

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  35. Love your top! You are just so pretty and look so great in everything!

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  36. Mongs I love red pants, but his is special ... I loved it .. that color is so pretty and feminine! You are magnificent!

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  37. Your blouse is brilliant, and the pants? I've seen so many people lookin' good in red pants, makes me want to try something I'm sure will be a fairly big mistake:)

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  38. Mongs, I love the sailor vibe of that top! It's just too cute for words :)
    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights

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  39. Wow Mongs you always impress me with your fabulous outfits!! I am however jealous about the red jeans that you only got for $3.50! I'm kinda speechless just love the great vibrant colors of your outfit and those shoes are amazing!

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  40. Hee hee, I chose the same one as you because of the naval edge! I KNEW you'd choose the same one! What an amazing top! I just can't get enough of navy and white naval outfits! Your comment yesterday/today was so kind and sweet- you are far too generous, I can be horrid (as the children I shouted at today would attest to!). I also think that you are a lovely lovely blogger!

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  41. Wow! I love that look. I am about to buy some red pants myself!!
    http://mereandthemr.blogspot.com/

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  42. I've been looking everywhere for the perfect pair of red pants and I haven't found any that quite work for my body yet... but yours are fantastic! I'm going to keep looking :)

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  43. Such a great outfit! A little bit like Sailor Moon ;)

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  44. I really love this outfit! And your shirt it's gorgeous :)

    http://cashmereflowers.blogspot.com/

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  45. Really love your style!! Following now!!

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  46. Hi Mongs i love this bold look with your dark hair. I just took back my new red jeans because i a chicken, opting for a pink pair and one in a sort of limey yellow pastel. I cant wait to workthem into my wardrobe. Karen

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  47. You look awesome, and excellent take on the inspiration! I especially love that sailor style blouse and the red jeans!

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  48. Mongs, that top is so beautiful! I've missed reading your blog. Can't wait to see more of your lovely thrifted style soon!
    -Meagan
    www.brassinpocketblog.com
    (formerly Spunky Chateau)

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  49. That is the cutest top! I love it paired with the red jeans. Very cute!
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  50. I really need to get a pair of red jeans! You look so fresh and sooo petite!
    Nice heels...for $3? Wow!

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  51. I love your nautical inspired outfit- so adorable and the shoes are just perfect! I went to see that movie a month or so ago with a girl friend and we were both sobbing- such a sad movie but I loved it!

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  52. I am so in love with this. Seriously. Nautical is always classic and chic. That top is so fabulous!

    http://theclosetintervention.blogspot.com/

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  53. Mongs, are you kidding me with this adorable outfit? OMgoodness this is HOT! Those jeans are a perfect fit for your figure and that blouse if so perfect. I recently thrifted a blouse that is a bit nautical and I can't wait to style it. Fantastic look...a lot of us chose the red hot hottie. Dawn Suitcase Vignettes xo

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  54. great love! love blue and red together!!

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  55. god that top is just SO GORGEOUS!

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  56. I always love Inspiration Monday! :) You really have a way of making fashion so attainable to all. :) Great job, Mongs!

    Cheers,
    Kate
    saying hello from shopnomiji.blogspot.com

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  57. Very nice,classy outfit! XX

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  58. Mongs, I am inspired by both of your blogs. I was just reading the other one and the message was beautiful. I truly wish more people would live their lives like that. I try to look for life lessons in everything. Some only see a model falling. I saw a lot more and that's why I put that post together. I thank you for your insight, so glad we met, and I look forward to reading your future post. Have a wonderful day.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  59. Well i think you look great, you nailed that look and all thrifted! go you!
    Daisy Dayz Home

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  60. wow! you look stunning sweety!

    hugs!
    http://self-dressed.blogspot.com

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  62. what an amazing top!loved it!lots of kisses**

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  63. Mongs you are fitting those jeans!

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  64. This is beautiful. I have no idea how you find such amazingly well fitted clothes. Wonderful interpretation!

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  65. That top is gorgeous. Totally flattering!

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  66. Nautical!!!!

    Visit me:
    LeeAnne, Style N Season
    http://stylenseason.blogspot.com

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  67. Your top is super cute!

    xo Jennifer

    http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

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  68. Mongs! Yes to nautical! The color detail of your top is so cute and the red skinnies fit you very well.

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  69. Fantastic !!! That top is adorable... if you get tired of it send it over to me <3

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