18 January 2011

All American Girl

Hey everyone,

It's been a lovely sunny week, surprisingly - which is getting me in the mood for spring!
I do love winter, but I'm sick of covering up carefully co-ordinated outfits with coats and scarves.

I'm absolutely loving that pastels are coming back, as I really fell in love with them last year.
But this time around, the look is more refined and 'grown-up' girly rather than lots and lots of florals.

Also last year saw the return of 1980s crop tops and cut offs, but this year is again more old-fashioned and modest with high collared tailoring and longer lengths. Very chic, very 1950s.


I absolutely adore Topshop's collection, but my favourite this year is by ASOS.

Everything is just adorable and I would buy everything if I could.
My favourite peices however are the heart cropped jumper, striped midi skirt and the embroidered flower chiffon dress.


I'm also looking forward to contasting the pretty pastels and beiges with bright lipstick, like postbox reds and deep purples. Yum.

Also, if you're worried about looking too dressed up during the day - you can always sling a varsity-style cardigan over your shoulders. I'm especially loving New Look's range.

I love pastiche looks, and always think it's fun when old fashions come back around.
I also like the return of 1970s boho, but personally I'm a sucker for sharp tailoring.


Muchos love,
MessyCarla.

25 comments:

  1. Iris Danger18 January 2011 at 19:21

    Love that bag. I have it in blue :)

    Always love your choices!

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  2. Anonymous18 January 2011 at 19:28

    (Found your blog yesterday and it's love!)

    That bag looks like a must have!

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  3. sian18 January 2011 at 19:29

    i have that new look blouse :) love all your choices here, i'd adore a tailored midi skirt, maybe pleated, but the length just looks so awkward on me! may have to hunt out a cheaper lookalike of that topshop bag xx

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  4. Dani18 January 2011 at 19:30

    Oh my word I am in love with the New Look daisy skirt. Must. Own!

    xx

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  5. Elsa Weatherwax18 January 2011 at 19:37

    I blame Madmen for the return to 50's cuts and colors! Loving this! I've been seeing tons of dresses with unique vintagey necklines.

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  6. Jess Heath MUFX18 January 2011 at 19:38

    Ooh the bag is lovely, and the first top is gorgeous but alas I don't think that style would suit me :(

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  7. Unknown18 January 2011 at 19:56

    Oh boy I love a lot of that Asos stuff... So much money will be spent ;___;

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  8. Frugal Pony18 January 2011 at 19:57

    I looove the 50's theme right now. So pleased all these things are in the shops :)

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  9. Bee.18 January 2011 at 20:11

    Wow, that ASOS floral dress is absolutely stunning (:

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  10. Kat-Face18 January 2011 at 20:49

    oh yeah this "american girl" stype is soooo super adorable! i will live it this spring/summer hehehe
    kisses from germany

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  11. Peacock's Hat18 January 2011 at 21:25

    I keep wearing my denim jacket in the hope it will be a bit warmer but to no avail! I really hate it when it's too hot but I can't wait for Spring. I love that ASOS collection too :)

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  12. hgh18 January 2011 at 22:33

    I much prefer the 50's look, partly because it seems a bit more wearable. Love these pieces :)

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  13. Maria Fallon19 January 2011 at 01:25

    If I could a) afford all of this and b) actually carry it off, I would nab it all in a flash. In love with this fashion-palette Carla, having serious midi-skirt cravings now!

    Danni
    xxx

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  14. Jennifer Dawn19 January 2011 at 05:57

    Love everything! I've been drooling over the ASOS heart sweater! Love the trend of longer skirts.

    http://andohsofancy.blogspot.com

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  15. Anonymous19 January 2011 at 09:30

    i am so loving that topshop shirt - I may need to snap it up! x

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  16. Gem19 January 2011 at 12:55

    Love the daisy midi skirt, not sure if it will make me look really short but I'm going to give the midi trend a go x

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  17. Anonymous19 January 2011 at 18:22

    I really like this style - although I'm never sure nude colours suit me... but I'm going to give it a go.

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  18. ♥Whiskey-Rose19 January 2011 at 22:12

    These outfits reminded me of Katy Perrys 'Thinking of you,' video, vintage femininity and romance <3

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  19. Gem20 January 2011 at 22:50

    Ooh lovely picks! I'm finding the new pared down styles a bit daunting because I'm usually a huge fan of prints etc, but my uniform discount is coming up at Topshop (60% off 3 items) so I might use the opportunity to try out the trend!

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  20. Anonymous22 January 2011 at 22:29

    ARGGH! The bag the bag the bag!!! I want!

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  21. Alex26 January 2011 at 11:26

    That bag is BEAUTIFUL. I'm really tempted to buy it in blue :)

    Love the New Look blouse as well!

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  22. Sarah - essbeevee27 January 2011 at 23:26

    Oh Carla, you are killing my resolve to Be A Saver with this post. ALL THE NICE THINGS. I want the flowery skirt from New Look and that Topshop back RIGHT THE HELL NOW. Sigh.

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  23. LUISA BIASOTTO28 January 2011 at 17:03

    the bag is really adorable (:

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  24. Hannah30 January 2011 at 15:21

    I love absolutely all of these bits. I looked at that New Look skirt up earlier but I'd already bought something and felt a bit silly going straight back to the till! Might pop back in tomorrow - it's a really great length and it looks lovely and swishy!

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  25. Vanessa31 January 2011 at 02:56

    The pale pink skirt with belt is an absolute favorite! I love that combination of cotton candy pink and caramel brown! It's sweet, feminine and girl but in that particular style it's also classic, modest and very stylish! I love it!
    Great inspiration, as always.

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