Friday, December 30, 2011

Skippy Says: And They Call It Puppy Love (OOTD)

For the past few months, my best friend has been trying to convince me that a guy we supposedly hung out with in high school is real. Because apparently for some reason I've totally and completely blocked him from my memory. And despite the, um, distinguishing features she's mentioned (bowl cut, wearing a red jersey every single day, and significant B.O.) I could not, and cannot, for the the life of me remember him. But there's more. Supposedly this figment of her imagination guy was in love with another best friend of mine when we were in high school, and tonight she found a love letter he wrote to her back in the day. I know we're going to sound like horrible people, but reading that letter tonight gave me some of the best laughs I've had in months. You guys, there was a bit of everything teenage angst you could want-- knights (spelled nights) in shining armor saving their damsel in distress, castles with metaphorical walls being broken down, shakespearean quotes, and even biblical references. Apparently he was Adam, and very tempted by the forbidden fruit that she was. For realz.

p.s.- You only have a few days left to enter my giveaway here!

p.p.s- Don't forget, you still have a few days to get $20 off your purchase at eShakti by using the promo code SAYSSKIPPY0811, valid till 31st December, 2011. Considering there is stuff on their site for as cheap as $20, I'd hurry my little tush on over :)








Shop:
- Therapy skirt (SF boutique- no online store. Buy kind of similar here)
- Hand-me-down blouse from my mom's friend's daughter
- Anthropologie blazer (Bought on sale circa 2010, no longer available. Buy kind of similar here)
- Scarf from random little shop in Turkey
- Charlotte Rouse tights (Buy similar here)
- Naturalizer boots (Bought on sale circa 2008, no longer available. Buy similar on sale here)
- Club Monaco purse (Black Friday find on sale for $30, no longer available).

49 comments:

  1. that is an amazing story. i'm so glad she kept the letter! i wonder what he's up to these days! i love your skirt...the buttons down the side are so unique! you look amazing!

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  2. Great outfit. The blazer intrigues me - so many different patterns and layers in one garment!

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  3. Love the outfit, story and the photos! You look stunning in that first pic.

    In high school a friend of mine received a similar letter from an admirer, and while I was jealous then I'm sure it would be hilarious to me now.

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  4. That's so funny about the letter. During high school these things were so important and dramatic, and to look back as an adult, it can be just plain hilarious! Oh, young teenage love! Your blazer is fabulous too!

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  5. Love your blazer! And that red wall :) That's hilarious about the love letter... I can see it being good for a few laughs!

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  6. Ha, don't know why my iphone posted my comment under my dog's nickname - it's me, Kim :) Happy weekend!

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  7. love the outfit,especially the bag!!!
    following u, hope u'll visit and follow back.
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  8. Darnit, from the title I thought this post might have puppy pictures in it ;)
    This outfit is so fun. Also, random creepy comment, but you have very lovely lips :) Mwah!

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  9. Haha, thanks! Sorry, I'll try to get more Ryder photos up soon :)

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  10. I really like the colors in this outfit. And that skirt is great! I love the stud details!

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  11. love all the colors you are wearing! and YOUR HAIR! how do you do this?

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  12. I cannot get over how perfect your hair looks. I think this is the length for you! Oh, and I am obsessed with your blazer! You look so cute & academic :)

    xo,
    Hannah

    www.chillairandperfume.blogspot.com

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  13. I love this look! All the patterns and colors = perfection!

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  14. Loving this whole look :) Esp that Therapy skirt :) Have a happy new year :)

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  15. Haha- do what? I literally do nothing to it :)

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  16. Um, that blazer is kind of amazing, and that "love letter' sounds hilarious. It's not funny until someone references the Bible in their undying love for you. . .

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  17. Ooh, this might be one of my fave look of yours! That blazer is genious and I love the colours!

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  18. Absolutely love your look...the skirt and the boots! look so good. I love your write up haha..i can imagine those teenage letters how they might have gone... :p funny one :0 u have a unique style for sure!

    Happy new year & happy holidays

    cheers
    hanz
    www.fashionistaera.blogspot.com

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  19. Love this look!

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  20. Jamie_ThriftyThreadsDecember 30, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    I love how you are wearing this blazer! I remember seeing it on the Anthro website and being puzzled as to how one would wear it. I think it works perfectly in this look, and I am impressed that you were able to pair it with a floral shirt -- LOVELY!

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  21. Great outfit! Love your skirt!

    GTBB,
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    http://cookingjoan.blogspot.com

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  22. Your skirt is so cute!! I love the buttons on the side, and your bag....awesome!!

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  23. Lovely hand-me-down blouse! Also liking the warm colors you are rocking here. :)
    I don't remember much about H.S., so I sympathize with you about forgetting people entirely ...

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  24. beautyandlechic.blogspot.comDecember 30, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    you are so adorable! i love your hair :) happy new year, babe!
    love, jamie

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  25. Oh my, that blazer is killing me, so awesome! Also, lovin' that skirt....I am currently obsessing over that color.So.Good!


    Happy New Year dear :)

    xo
    Lizzie
    placeclevertitlehere.blogspot.com

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  26. LOVE your blazer and your purse, you have so many special pieces in your wardrobe! My friend and I found some of our old movies from HS a few months ago and laughed harder than I had in a long time. Happy New Year!

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  27. I love the first photo Inna! It looks awesome!!! I didn't realize it right away until I got your to your caption and that is a cool blazer that has a vest sewn into it? Very stunning! Happy New Year and yes "knights in shining armor" does bring back memories of being 17!

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  28. I love the color of your skirt and all of these patterns!

    <3Chelsea Elizabeth

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  29. I cannot get over how beautiful your hair is!!! =P Hope you have a great New Year's Eve!!!!

    xoxo Rose

    teacupsanddresses.blogspot.com

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  30. great photos! thanks for your comment! happy new year! xo
    www.miouprincesslovespink.blogspot.com

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  31. i love this! i love the layering and the colors!!

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  32. Skippy,

    You are too funny this made me laugh I remember some of those letters from high school lol. Good times!!

    Your outfit is lovely and I am loving your purse its super adorbs.

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  33. Love this look! You look gorgeous! Happy New Year!!! :)

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    xoxo

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  34. LOVE this combination - the colors, the textures - GAH! I'm head over heels for that blazer, too. I wish there was an Anthropologie anywhere close to me!

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  35. Ha, I'm pretty sure that dude went to my HS too :) You look great as always - hi from Thailand!

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  36. That first pic is sooooo gorgeous. The others are great too but I LOVE the first one. That blazer is incredible. Unique and fun.

    Happy New Year.

    xoxo

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  37. Very cute! Love the layering and the color of that skirt is awesome

    Wishing you a Happy New Year!

    Mally
    xox

    sweetblaqq.blogspot.com

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  38. Hehehe, you horrible person! No, I would have lots my lunch too having read something like that (when I was in HS I could at least spell).

    I love your jacket - I didn't even notice that it had two different patterns/textures in the front. Looks so cool! Happy New Year!

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  39. Happy New Year Inna!! Love your pics against the red wall! And that blouse and blazer are amazing!

    Isn't it funny when we look back at high school stuff - so much angst! It's always fun to reminisce.

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  40. Such a funny story. It is (sometimes lol) so much fun to reminisce about those awkward years. I am seriously loving your outfit. The blouse, skirt, and blazer are all amazing!! -Dreama

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  41. THAT is a fabulous outfit girl! I love your skirt, vest and blazer. It is so pretty!!! I've been on a blog break, but I'm back reading posts! I have a new blog url. :)

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  42. This is a wonderful outfit. It's so flattering and beautiful and I love the colors and textures. So beautiful.

    I love your story about the imaginary guy. I feel that way a lot. I swear my face has never changed and people recognize me from like third grade and I'm always so confused.

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  43. I love this skirt and this blazer! I have reread a few things that I wrote back in high school and OMG the ANGST and the EMOTIONS. A friend of mind got a similarly awkward love letter in high school.

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  44. it's always funny to remember the puppy love days, and some of the silly things that people do. I lost touch with my first crush, haha...he probably has a pot belly by now. Great outfit by the way, I like the contrast of fabrics and textures, nice color combo too. Happy new year!

    mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  45. Haha, that's too funny. I love going back and re-reading notes from high school or looking through old pictures and remembering silly things. Some of it's easy to forget and I've only been out for 4 years! Crazy.

    I absolutely love your outfit, especially the blazer!

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  46. well im super jealous then :p

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  47. well if you blocked him from your memory must mean something =) ihih and I loove your look *

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  48. Amazing outfit!! The first photo is so awesome!! Love it!!
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