Till You Burst Into Bloom

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My sponsor Shop Ruche recently sent me this lovely little dress. The pockets are fantastic, but the dress is also so nice because it is a departure from my usual palette of blues. I think I need more reds and pinks in my wardrobe, but I still tend to buy pieces by instinct that appeal to me rather than to be strategic about building up certain lacking areas. The flowers on my dress definitely go with all the green growth out in front of our home right now. There are even a few trees beginning to flower around the base and I can't wait until more are in full bloom.

Also, I'm kind of in love with this little denim jacket. I think it's going to be my go-to this spring. Tip on shrunken denim jackets: look in the little boys section in thrift stores. My current one isn't a thrift store find, but I've found awesome ones there in the past (and since passed them on to friends/sold them).
Outfit details:
leaf purse, gift from my mother

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38 comments:

  1. agataMarch 29, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    this is soo gorgeous! i'm in love with the dress, its colour, cut and pattern. and the photos are lovely as always! x

    http://flash-delirium.blogspot.com

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  2. Mae LuMarch 29, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    I love red in your palette. It contrasts against your skin so well. The pink, I'm not so sure. At least not that bluish of a pink.

    I agree. I need more floral in my life as well. Why does all of it have to be so bluish pinks and reds, though? Makes me sad.

    xx{ish.},
    Mae Lu @ thereafterish.!

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  3. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    I certainly need more summery pallets in my clothes at the minute....shopping trip? I think so.

    Alex
    Little Humble Fashion Abode

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  4. YajairaMarch 29, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    love it
    love the floral - the colors
    love the pockets - that's a kind of dress i would wear
    and the bag is cute

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  5. YinGSaranMarch 29, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    love sweet your dress!

    http://yingsaranporn.blogspot.com/

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  6. LauraMarch 29, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    super cute! i love the dress, it's such a spring dress!!

    -laura
    http://thesemanyyears.blogspot.com

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  7. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    I saaw this dress on their site and thought it was so cute. It looks lovely on you, and perfect with that little denim jacket.

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  8. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    i adore that dress and it goes so well with your hair color!!


    <3 steffy
    Steffys Pros and Cons

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  9. EmilyMarch 29, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Your leaf bag is adorable! LOVE the dress as well - so playful! Cute!
    xo Emily
    bellishment.blogspot.com

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  10. my healthy twistMarch 29, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    I LOVE that purse, so cute! You look so chic! XOXO, www.NatalyasCloset.com

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  11. CharmaladeMarch 29, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Like an updated 90s look. :) Probably because I'm from that generation, but I've always shied away from denim jacket in the past. But you make it look cool again, haha. Props to you for that!

    Toast with Charmalade

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  12. Victoria / Justice PirateMarch 29, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    This outfit looks lovely on you. You own the sweetest little purses.

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  13. LikeSpinningPlatesMarch 29, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Beautiful dress! I love the colors. Especially with your hair! And that bag is ultra cute =)

    http://likespinning-plates.blogspot.com/

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  14. CassidyMarch 29, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    Love this! I love your jacket, and the print and color of that dress look stunning on you!

    Also, thanks for the tip about looking in the little boys section for jackets! Great idea!!

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  15. Rosaspina VintageMarch 29, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    I'm totally with you about looking in the kids section for outerwear, as very often they tend to be large enough to fit a modern size s. Plus, I find that kids clothes are always the cutest: peter pan collars, ruffles and pretty details, I wish I still had my childhood dresses!
    Ale

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  16. Kitsune-kunMarch 29, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    LOVE your leaf purse! so unique and adorable!!

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  17. The Fancy TeacupMarch 29, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    The colors of the floral dress is beautiful on you; I agree, it pairs well with the scenery. And that beaded leaf purse from your mother is such a treasure.

    www.TheFancyTeacup.com
    much love.

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  18. The Semi SweetMarch 29, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    What a fantastic print on your dress. The leaf purse is a great pairing with it too. It just gets me so excited for spring weather to finally get here.

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  19. AppleTreesRTallMarch 29, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    That dress is lovely, good job Ruche! And the purse is adorable too!

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  20. SkooterMarch 29, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    I love that dress! Definitely my usual colour palette :D.
    Also, that bag is all sorts of amazing!

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  21. MeeshMarch 29, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Pockets! I'm in love with dresses with pockets right now. The color on this one is great, too. Also, that purse is freakin' adorable.

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  22. ChelsealaurenMarch 29, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    I LOVE RUCHE, so so so much.
    And this dress is exquisite!

    x chelsea

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  23. Ms. FalconMarch 29, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    looooove those shoes....

    http://wardrobexperience.blogspot.com

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  24. Marie March 29, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    What a great purse! Way to go mom. I love a dress with pockets, so comfy and stylish too.
    Marie @ Lemondrop ViNtAge

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  25. Madeline QuaintMarch 29, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    That's a great idea about the shrunken jacket! I've never in my life looked through the little boys section before. :D But I am a thrift addict, so now I've got my next project to find... :)

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  26. enie meenieMarch 29, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    dresses with pockets are always a plus for me :)

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  27. MarieBayAreaMarch 29, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    That dress is beautiful. The floral print is to die for. and that red color definitely works for you. i love the leaf purse from you mom too.

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  28. DaisyMarch 29, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    I do just adore that bag, it is most pretty!

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  29. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    I really love the colour of your denim jacket! Makes me want one!

    Carmen Ri.

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  30. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    Oh golly, what a cute and refreshing outfit! Totally reminds me of spring and blissfully warm weather. :)

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  31. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    tu vestidoo!! y la primavera!!
    todo es muy bello!
    very pretty :)

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  32. Shy March 29, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    This dress is beautiful! I always feel boxy in a denim jacket but maybe the small cropped variety will work!

    Shy

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  33. My Heart BloggedMarch 29, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    This dress is so pretty, and perfect for summer.
    My Heart Blogged

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  34. Girl about town....March 29, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    I love that dress, it really suits you too! The bag is pretty too!
    Your blog is wonderful, keep up the good work!

    Girl about Town XxX

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  35. EliMarch 29, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    I love how this outfit has a slightly different vibe than you normally post but that it's still very you

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  36. Burn DiorMarch 29, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Cute

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  37. KellyMarch 30, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    So cute! And springy!

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  38. UnknownMarch 31, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    Such a pretty dress, stunning colour palette :)

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