And if you’re like my mom, you would’ve told me to put a jacket on!
Some close-ups:
Urban Outfitters Pins and Needles Silky Colorblock Shirtdress – XS (buy here)
Charlotte Russe Studded Double Belt – S (recent) (buy similar here)
I’m finally back on my feet again! And thank goodness cause I have way too much to do to be stuck in bed any longer.
For today’s outfit, I’m wearing a new shirtdress that I scored from Urban Outfitters during their winter clearance sale. It is priced at $68 $20 and with their Christmas 10% promotional code offer, it was definitely a great deal. Unfortunately small sizes are all sold out on their website, but check in the stores for availability! I love the peter pan collar and although I normally don’t button my shirts all the way to the top, I felt like I had to with this one. How else are you supposed to get to Never-Neverland? Now I just need to get me a Tinkerbell. ^_^
So I have a story for you. The worst part of my current sickness is the fact that I can’t breathe out of my nose. So my mouth is pretty much half open all day just so I can breathe. (and yes, this causes instant dry-mouth and is not very attractive… what can I do?) So come dinner time, I’m trying to eat and am struggling with a hold-your-breath, chew with your mouth closed, swallow, then gasp-for-air technique so that I at least look somewhat lady-like and don’t show the world what I’m eating with my mouth open. As if this wasn’t awkward enough, the bf decides to tell me something funny and here I am laughing, chewing, and breathing at the same time. OMG. It took all of my willpower to keep my food in my mouth. Thank goodness I didn’t have much food in my mouth and managed to quickly swallow it first before breathing and then laughing out loud. But wow, I was this close to losing it. Moral of the story, don’t multitask when eating. You might just end up with food bits on the floor.
Ok, I think I’ve shared too much information already. Hope you guys are having a lovely hump day!
P.S. I am organizing a blogger meetup for DFW gals on Saturday, Feb 26! I’ve gotten lots of positive responses so far and have a list of current attendees listed in this post. Please sign up or email me if you’re interested! 🙂
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Elle says
You know I love peter pan collars so I won't bore you with how much I adore your new dress. I like the colored tights with the dress though (even more peter pan like). 🙂
And I am glad you are feeling a little better (I am less sick too so yay).
kileen says
@Elle so glad you're feeling better too! and yes, i thought of you actually when i bought this shirtdress!!
curls-and-pearls says
Awww I hope you feel better soon Kileen and yes you SHOULD be wearing a jacket 😛
I love your tights, I'm looking for ones opaque like those!
Angga says
Ah you look so cute!!! I really love that shirt dress and $20?? that is a really good deal!!! Great find!!anyway, I was close to getting a cold, I end up with really bad sore throat yesterday and have to stay in bed, feeling a lot better not, you should take tons of Vitamin C, it will help the cold 🙂
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A La Mode et Plus! says
I love your necklace and the booties! You do amazing things with color schemes girl!
snoWhite says
nice look i love the combination of these shoes with the color of the tights 🙂 very good job!
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Bre says
Too funny Kileen, too funny. Some thing similar happened to me which prompted a rule that the bf is not aloud to make me laugh while I am chewing or drinking anything.
The bright tights for a better feeling you are a great finish to this outfit.
Linley says
this color combo is wonderful – i love it!
H² says
Lovely outfit!
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Jessica Marie says
Glad to hear you're getting back on your feet! I love this look on you…it's adorable! And I have those same Charlotte Russe tights, and I adore the color.
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Amy Z. says
my mom always tells me to put on a jacket too even when it's a tiny bit cold outside. yay for colored tights and getting back on your feet!
Angel says
Pretty nice photos 🙂 I like it !
Melanie says
Gorgeous shirt dress and I just adore those tights!
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aki! says
I really like your face shot in this post. Your makeup looks very very pretty. Have you considered branching out and sharing some makeup tips? -nudge-
Hope you get better!
Tara says
Glad to hear your feeling a bit better, at least 🙂 Those tights are the perfect contrasting color for that dress…I keep seeing so many people look great in colored tights, but I dont think I can pull it off haha!
kileen says
@aki! oh why thank you!! i've been thinking about including more makeup in my blog for awhile and will definitely do some posts now! 🙂
kileen says
@Tara i was a little wary of wearing these brightly colored tights too, but you can definitely pull it off! you wear bright colors so well!
Ashley J says
This may be my favorite outfit I have seen you in Kileen, great colors!
Really Petite says
You are too funny Kileen! I love the close up of you face! Very pretty!!
I could never pull of this outfit but you look awesome in it!
Really Petite says
You are too funny Kileen! I love the close up of you face! Very pretty!!
I could never pull of this outfit but you look awesome in it!
The Little Dust Princess says
Mustard and blue go so well together! I love the details of your necklace : )
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SewPetiteGal says
I'm glad you're feeling better and hope your nose clears up soon too! Love the blue paired with the yellow – once again your color combos just floor me 🙂
Ashley says
What a great deal on that fabulous shirtdress! Yay! And I love the tights…they look perfect paired with the blue of your dress.
Your post title roped me in….I heart Peter Pan! 😉
Anonymous says
Hi Kileen,
I LOVE your new blog layout,,, it looks very professional, Your style is very intense so is your blog 😀
I was wondering what kind of camera you use to take such gorgeous pictures, which lovely posted in your blog,
I am planning to buy a new camera but I would rather ask people opinions first before I decide to buy one
-zookie
My Heart Blogged says
I love the blue, and yellow. Feel better soon.
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kileen says
@Anonymous i use a Canon Rebel XSi that my boyfriend purchased about 3 years ago. the lens is a Canon 50mm f1.8. i highly recommend you invest in the lens as the default Canon lens that it comes with is horrible.
if you have a little bit more money to spend, i actually recommend the new Canon T2i that came out. it takes video too and is better in every way! 🙂
Lula says
Haha your little story made me laugh out loud. Hope you get better girl!
Kiss
Lula
Justine says
i love these booties.
i almost had a moment like yours, but i had a full mouth. i had to walk away from the table. glad you swallowed and then laugh or else whoever was sitting near/across from you would be wearing your food. gross. haha
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kimmie says
Ack. I HATE it when I can't breath and eat at the same time. It's the WORST.
And I love the closeup pic of you (the one with your BLING- dang girl!). So pretty!!
Leena says
kileen, i can't keep up with you! your closet must be busting at its seams, you have a new outfit everyday! love the oxfords!