Yesterday, I checked my email and saw this note from a lady from Wichita, Kansas. She was so encouraging and sweet, I was touched to tears by her words, if you are reading this Starwhite, I just want to say thank you again! Thanks to all of you who have been dropping by my blog with such lovely words, I really appreciate them a lot, it keeps me blogging. The best part about blogging is the beautiful connections that I made with people from all over the world. Of course the number of followers do make me happy, but being able to connect with people makes blogging even more meaningful!
I also want to thank all the friends who have been blessing me with clothes, thank you ladies, you are fabulous! I can't explain this blessing from God, it's just so amazing. And my blog was God inspired and started because of these second hand clothes. You can read about it here if you like.
Now back to inspiration monday! Two birds chose an outfit from Carrie Underwood. I love her songs and her style, she is so beautiful in every way. Here's my interpretation of her look:
polka dot top (hand-me-down)
thrifted Levi's jeans ($8, Salvation Army)
thrifted Nine West shoes ($3, High Point)
thrifted clutch ($8, Salvation Army)
M)phosis cuff ($2, sale)
I thrifted these Nine West shoes last week, I like the zebra stripes so much!
these sequins and polka dots are really cute!
inspired by Carrie Underwood
what an awesome job you did with this outfit, Mongs! i LOVE that top and those thrifted zebra print shoes are lovely. you look amazing as always. how nice that other bloggers have been encouraging you. i'd love to send you some clothes sometime if you'd like!!!
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Thanks Claire!
Deletehey! I hope your week has started nicely :)
ReplyDeletefirstly, I love the harmony between that bracelet and your zebra pattern shoes. and your asymmetrical top is really cool. I love asymmetrical pieces. those sequinned dots are the coolest btw. and the bright clutch spices up all the neutral shades so well!
btw, I wanted to thank you for all the wonderful comments and I'm so glad I discovered your blog. it's definitely one of my favourites in the whole blog world.
ps. I hope everything's okay with the package, hehe, and I still want to return you something from my side of the world ;)
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Thank you so much Maiken! You are such a wonderful blogger friend. My address is on the package :-)
DeleteLove your outfit,great polka dot top :)
ReplyDeleteMongs, as always I love your outfit :) Really like your polka dot top :)
ReplyDeleteThe one thing I love about your blog is how cool you always look. No matter what you're wearing, it's something you rock and make it look awesome. It's fantastic that even with a limited budget you still look stylish, put together, and classy in every post. Your blog inspires me in so many ways and I'm glad you are getting nice emails and clothes :) People can look at an item of clothing and not know how to wear it or what to do with it, but you make it work for you - if it doesn't work you'll alter it until it does. I think that's an amazing talent that you have, and means I always look forward to your blog posts.
I guess my overly long message can be summed up in one sentence - thank you for blogging :)
Thank you so much Mica! You are so kind!
DeleteI couldn't agree more with Mica, I really look forward to your blog posts :)
DeleteHonestly, you always look so amazing for so little money spent. How do you do it? How much time do you spend thrifting? A perfect example that you don't need money to have impeccable style! Would you like to be profiled on my site. If yes, then just send me an email and I will send you a list of questions.
ReplyDeleteThank you too for your amazing blog, and outfits.
ReplyDeleteAnd yes your are right, I have a loooong loooooonng legs, it's at the same time and advantage and an inconvenient when i try o buy a jeans or a pants :/ And I can't wear all the time heels :'( :'( and mini skirt are really really mini on me! hihiii
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You look great!! again!
ReplyDeleteThnx for your sweet note..
Have a great day
Lots of love
Lovely outfit (again) and words!
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Very pretty interpretation, I love your look even more than hers :) The polka dot top looks great!
ReplyDeleteLove this outfit Mongs! The patterns are so cute, and the bright clutch looks fabulous :)
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you have such great luck thrifting! I love it too, but lately I haven't had any luck. It's been months since I've found anything. I think it's time to try some new stores! Love this outfit those shoes are SO fun, they work really well with the polka dot top too, an unexpected but great mix :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a funky little outfit!! Work it! :^)
ReplyDeleteMongs, lovely chic outfit because of your skilled and restrained color usage! The black and white palette with one strong fuschia pop...wow! It is also is most becoming on you! Great job!
ReplyDeleteGreat outfit. I would love to have those shoes.
ReplyDeleteI really look forward to every post of yours, you have an eye for pieces and a good sense of style. I love the top but I was especially drawn to the chevron cuff and shoes. Great find, wonderfully put together. And great that you have formed friendships all over the world through blogging.
ReplyDeletemongs you never cease to amaze me with your styling skills, & kindness! what great shoes, & the top is stellar too. you look ready for a night on the town. :)
ReplyDeleteOoh that is a fun top! This might be my new favorite outfit of yours, I think I'd just look frumpy in a top like that but you look sleek and chic! And I adore those shoes!! I agree that the connections made are what keeps me blogging too, it's such a wonderful online community!
ReplyDeleteI agree - the friendships made through blogging are the best part, for certain. You did a beautiful inspired job with Carrie's look - such a gorgeous blouse : >
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great hand me down top and it goes perfectly with those zebra heels! It's so nice to receive e-mails and clothes from friends (both online blogger friends and in-person friends). Have a wonderful first day of the week Mongs! :)
ReplyDeleteYou Mongs are so good on thrifting!! one day take me with you...
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing! The polka dots and the zebra print together are such a great pairing...not to mention sexy! Have a great week Mongs!
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Great outfit! I think I'm going to look for a colorful clutch this week!
ReplyDeleteI like the zebra heels. The print is so fantastic, and that heel looks very comfortable.
ReplyDeletethose zebra shoes are so fun. i love animal prints and animal jewelery for years...
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Hi Mong,
ReplyDeleteI stumbled upon your blog and I'm so happy to know that you trust God for everything. As you too, I love God so much and blogging is just one way for me to praise Him.
When you put God first in your heart, nothing else matter. He's GREAT and He will always be there for you no matter what.
Love in Christ :)
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I totally love it! I really think that blogging has made me such a nicer person and I get to connect with people who like the same stuff as I do! Love this top, Mongs!
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Super cute outfit...the clutch is my favorite! so cute this is a fun look.
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hi mongs! you are so beautiful inside and out. thank you for YOUR encouraging words when i was away. isn't it nice to receive kind words!?! it's like GOD sends you these little angels that keep you moving forward. LOVE your top and shoes! You always rock it girl! Have a great week! ((HUG))
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hi mongs! thank you so much for YOUR encouraging words while i was away. i really appreciate it. it definitely put a smile on my face. isn't it nice to receive such lovely comments!?! it's like GOD sends an angel to help keep moving you forward. love your top and shoes! you always rock it!
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That shirt is so cute! I also really love how you added a pop of colour and a pop of pattern in the shoes. Great look!
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hey mz Mongs! *smile* that is such a cute top and it does well for the fit! i love getting hand me downs, its like a big bag of surprises...you don't know what you will get! *smile* have a great Monday! *smile*
ReplyDeleteI love that shirt
ReplyDeleteI really love how you customize your clothes and accessories.
You always have great ideas.
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Your outfits look like a million bucks and then I read the prices and they are amazing. I want those shoes but they'd have to be about four times as big to fit on my feet. Think I'll go look on eBay for zebra stripes. Bye!
ReplyDeleteYour interpretation was soooo much better than mine!!! You look very pretty and the cute detail on this is really nice! Thanks for your kind comment earlier. So nice to be described as a candy-shop!!! I feel the same when I look at your blog!!!
ReplyDeleteand I love the post you wrote about when you started blogging. The Lord really does provide. I've found that time and time again. I remember many occasions where he has compelled me to give even when I was not sure I could afford it and then he blessed me almost immediately with more than I started with!
ReplyDeleteThose prints are really cute. I like the big polka dots!
ReplyDeleteYou are looking so cute in this look ! I love how well you have accessorised yourself here. The bracelet and the shoes are so chic !
ReplyDeleteThe clutch has an amazing color and I love its design.
I am so glad that people are writing to you telling you how much they are touched by your soul. I too love to visit your blog for your kind heart and down to earth approach to life as well as your ability to turn even the mundane things creative !
Have a nice day !
Officially in love with this top! I might need to steal it from you.
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You ALWAYS look better than the person/outfit that inspired you!
ReplyDeleteStriped shoes and a polka dot skirt! Awesome. I think I like your version better than Carrie's. It's a very cute look on you.
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love that outfit. You blew Carrie Underwood right out of the water. Totally.
ReplyDeleteLovely outfit. I really like how you worked in different patterns, yet this is a very clean and simple look. :) How wonderful to hear that you are connecting with people from around the world! :)
ReplyDeleteI love your top! You look amazing!
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The total look is great. I follow a blog of a lady who was putting together her Kentucky Derby outfit and wild be spending upwards of $25,000. Your skill could have saved her several thousand, I'm thinking.
ReplyDeleteI am sure you are tired of reading my comments! Each week I tell you that this is the best outfit ever. You really have an eye for finding good thrift store items. Tell us how you do it. DO you only buy one outfit each time you go? I would like to buy more thrift items - because they cost less and recycling is good for the environment - but, I am overwhelmed when I get to the second hand shops. How do I start?
ReplyDeleteThe artsy dotted Tee is great Mongs! I love it with the zebra flats so
ReplyDeletemuch! xx Enjoy your werk dear!
Mongs! I am coming over to your house for some fashion and style lessons--seriously. This outfit is darling.
ReplyDeleteI like your outfit better!! Seriously. Plus, everything is thrifted - costs a fraction of Carrie Underwood's outfit..ok maybe even just her shoe!! What's better than that?!
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I like your version much better than Carrie Underwood's as well. It's much more playful, yet polished. I never would have thought to mix the polka dots with the stripes of a zebra.
ReplyDeleteLove your top its really cute!
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I was waiting to say that you DIY'd your shirt ;) Alas, you look sooo cute and I like the spin on the skinnies and sequins inspiration outfit.
ReplyDeletelove the top. :) you look sweet in it.
ReplyDeleteGoing thrifting with you is on my bucket list. You look great, but those shoes are nothing short of a miracle! Wow!
ReplyDeleteHi Mongs,
ReplyDeleteYou DO have fabulous sense of style...you make things look effortless. The best thing about you tho is your sweet spirit! You're a gem!
This is a great look! I can see the inspiration from Carrie but also your own style. The new shoes are amazing, I remember those from 9 west!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy to get to know you too! You always find the best thrifted items!! Great stylish look as always :) xo akiko
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Fun shoes, Mongs! It's so cool to find something so perfect in a thrift store!
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I really love this clutch and the polka-dot shirt looks great on you :)! Good job with styling ;)
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad to have found your blog too Mongs and that shoes are so pretty! have a great day!
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What a great inspiration look!! You look so chic Mongs!! I love the asymmetrical hem on this top, and the zebra shoes are so awesome!!
ReplyDeleteYes Carrie is beautiful and has great style, but once again I like your outfit better than the inspiration! The top is so much fun and I love it paired with both the red and the zebra shoes! The cuff is perfect! What a talent you have for styling! I am always amazed by you and the outfits/remakes that you put together!
ReplyDeletefabulous outfit! this outfit looks amazing! :)
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And you say you have trouble dressing head-to-toe thrift! This is such a casual chic look. I love that the top was a hand-me-down (and that you used that phrase!). :)
ReplyDeleteHaha...rarely do i have all thrifted outfits.
Deleteloving the look..i don't know why but i can't stop imagining you walking down the street in a catwalk-ish kind of manner!
ReplyDeleteThank you Hanna, you make me smile!
Deletelove your shoes!
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I want your polka dot top!! :) I love the loose fit! Great accessories, too. Great take on the look as always! I love how you turn it into your own!
ReplyDeleteYou are so darn cute, Mongs!! The whole outfit is just adorable. I love the top AND those zebra striped shoes!
ReplyDeleteMongs, you have a great following and I am so happy fo you. You are a magnetic person and you know how to dress yourself so beautifully. This outfit is a perfect example of that. Just gorgeous. Thank you for dropping in and checking on me. I am slowly coming back....god bless you mongs. dawn suitase vignettes xo
ReplyDeletei never know how to do the inspiration monday challenger, i guess i have a hard time getting out of my little style bubble :/ I love the hem on that top!
ReplyDeletewhat is Starwhite's blog link? I also live in Kansas and it would be great to follow some other Kansas bloggers!
ReplyDeleteThanks Alice, she doesn't have a blog :-)
DeleteI love the polka-dot top!
ReplyDeleteI love the details in this look, it's very interesting to see the different variations of the zig zag ;) And a thrifted Levis, wow! Definitely a great find :)
ReplyDeleteI love the connections that you make when you're a blogger! I also love this outfit. That red clutch tires it all together perfectly. Your style is absolutely fabulous!
ReplyDeleteMong, that is a super cute outfit. I especially like the sequined circles.
ReplyDeleteThat's what I love about blogging... the connections made. It has made blogging more than wonderful. One of those amazing connections has been you, Mrs. Mongs! I'm honored to be your blog friend. (:
ReplyDeleteLove your zebra stripey shoes!
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cute outfit! Love it!
ReplyDeleteThis top is wonderful and of course you touch people, you really are amazing and inspiring!
ReplyDeleteOhh I love that polka dot top! I agree with you, making connections with others from around the world who have similar interests is amazing and so rewarding.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a cute look! I have been a thrift shopper my whole life but your blog inspired me to start a thrifting blog. Keep up the good work, I look forward to your posts everyday! pippa
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Love the beautiful cuff with that outfit. Little details that add so much. Hand-me-downs are best. I'm a little sister so got to wear lots of hand-me-downs growing up, but did not mind a bit :)
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Wow, what a beautiful outfit! The polka dot top is very nice, I love the flow-y feel to it! And the bracelet is very chic too! You are amazing at styling, and your outfits are always an inspiration to me! I agree, connection with other bloggers are one of the most beautiful things about blogging! :)
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That's a really cute top! :) Also love the zebra-heels, and bright coloured clutch adds nice touch to the whole look.
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Oh wow, spotty and stripey with a pop of pink. Love it. Xxxx
ReplyDeleteThat's a cute top - I like the drape of it!
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Very hip and trendy!
ReplyDeletei love this top! it's gorgeous. and those zebra shoes are amazing!!!
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the shirt is so lovely and looks good on you! also, it just gave me a diy inspiration.
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