Thursday, March 24, 2011

Requested Dress for Less: Coloring with the Boys & Shop With Confidence Sweepstakes

Earlier in the week I got a Dress for Less request from Natalia. She asks: "I would like you to create a cute but practical mom look with lots of color. I am a mom of two boys facing the challenge of daily looking cute, but also being able to play with my boys. I can shop at h&m, zara, mango and other random European shops. But as super cheap as possible! Thanks!"

Since Natalia is a mother of boys I went against using heels and dresses in this look since we all know how boys can be.  Now if it were girls, that would be a different story ;) (unless it was a girl like me, I was a crazy young child) I went with plain jeans since they are a staple in any wardrobe and can be dressed up or down. For a night out all Natalie has to do with this look is change her shoes and maybe swap out the scarf for a rings, bracelets, earrings and necklace.  Also, if you want you can switch out the jeans for a maxi skirt. I tried using more color than this but it kept looking like clown clothes so I toned things down. ;)
Prices in GBP, all from H&M: Jeans: 9.99, Cardigan: 7.99, Top: 2.99,  Flats: 7.99, Scarf: - 4.99, Bag:14.99
TOTAL: 48.94
Maxi Skirt: H&M - 12.99
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41 comments:

  1. MarellaMarch 24, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    Looove the flats! <3

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  2. Sabrina TassiniMarch 24, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    lovee ballerinas and colors:)
    new post on mine..kiss

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  3. Natalia LynnMarch 24, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    I love it! I am heading to Paris next weekend, I should hit up H&M before I go! Thanks!

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  4. SeñoritaMarch 24, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Ah, the colors are so spring like :)

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  5. verotronikMarch 24, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    love h&m!!!!! so cheap and so nice!:D


    Veronica
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  6. Courtney ErinMarch 24, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    I totally love the look you put together for her - all the pieces are functional for a busy mom and yet very relaxed chic and the prices are all certainly right. Nice job!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

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  7. DeppaMarch 24, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    I love it! nice colors and the outfit looks super comfortable and weareable everyday :)

    See you cutie!

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  8. LizAnnMarch 24, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Great pieces! I absolutely adore that scarf! The color is amazing! Love :)

    LizAnn
    VPV Intern
    http://www.shopVPV.com

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  9. Collette OsunaMarch 24, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    LOVE the corals!!!

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  10. VeronicaMarch 24, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    All is beautiful!!!

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  11. Prutha RaithathaMarch 24, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    i like that scarf

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  12. Aśa :)March 24, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    I have many things from H&m. I like this brand :)

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  13. this free birdMarch 24, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    that bag is so cute!

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  14. Sick by TrendMarch 24, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    beautiful flats!!! :D

    xx

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  15. Oh to Be a MuseMarch 24, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    oh i've entered. that's so awesome! and you did a fantastic job compiling this dress 4 less ensemble. i think it's perfect for what she was looking for!

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  16. FRANKIE HEARTS FASHIONMarch 24, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    those flats are so cute!! Loving the color...xo

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  17. AnonymousMarch 24, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    Those shoes are so cute!

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  18. IsabelMarch 24, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    im loving that scarf!

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  19. AnnebethMarch 24, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    I love the colors you put together here!

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  20. RachelMarch 24, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Oooh, it really is cute! But it also looks practical and comfy; great balance!

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  21. BonBon Rose Girls KristinMarch 24, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Those ballet flats are so darling!

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  22. YajairaMarch 24, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    love the flats and the bag

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  23. MY REPUBLIC OF FASHIONMarch 24, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Those flats and that bag are perfect. I am all about the flats! :)SArahD

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  24. Lisa Lisa LisaMarch 24, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    I love this outfit! I'd wear it. Mostly it is the colors that make it so sweet.

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  25. Vision of a DreamerMarch 24, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Love the flats!



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  26. Style, She WroteMarch 24, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Great, go-to outfit! Love! xo style, she wrote

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  27. Style, She WroteMarch 24, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    How did you get those store ads on the side of your blog? Thanks!

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  28. MaryMarch 24, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Great pieces,lovely!
    I love the color of the scarf:)
    I like the bag too!!
    Xoxo
    Mary

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  29. Maria V @SoNailiciousMarch 24, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Love this cute bag and soo cheap... truly amazed at your ability to find good pieces at such low price:) Well done, girl!
    xox
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  30. Rebecca MaureenMarch 24, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    So cute!! It looks very j.crew classic but at a much easier to swallow price tag!

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  31. AnonymousMarch 24, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    love it! keep the inspiration coming!

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  32. ashMarch 25, 2011 at 1:03 AM

    you know how to shop girl!!

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  33. LyddieGalMarch 25, 2011 at 1:11 AM

    So cute, I love the coral top and that bag!

    Chic on the Cheap

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  34. UnknownMarch 25, 2011 at 2:12 AM

    I love this outfit, so cute!! the colors are so good for spring and I LOVE the look of that bag :)

    xoxo

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  35. ClaireMarch 25, 2011 at 3:03 AM

    i'm a mom of two and i would totally wear that outfit. i especially like the green scarf! but i do wear heels...not always the best idea, but i can't help myself :)

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  36. fashionataMarch 25, 2011 at 4:45 AM

    Love the flats and the blue vest, they are amazing!

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  37. AngelaMarch 25, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    J aime le jean!!! Super
    Biz
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    http://www.lookbooks.fr

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  38. .March 25, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    love this outfit ! :)

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  39. Emily, Ruby Slipper JourneysMarch 26, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Nice work, I think that green scarf really pulls the whole thing together and adds interest and funkiness. : )

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  40. Holly Mackenzie Cupp March 27, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    That is a great functional but fashionable outfit. I have two boys, a girl, and one on the way, sometimes it can be hard to be functionally fashionable as a mom!

    http://hollydollyfashion.blogspot.com

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  41. SvevaMarch 29, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    I love those flats! i'm a new follower, follow me at http://thewardrobeofsnowwhite.blogspot.com/

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