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Friday, July 15, 2011

Fruity Dressing, Hold the Fruit

Last time I shared sentiments about dressing like fresh produce, I meant it. I called upon Stella McCartney and Prada to lead the way. Shake those sliced oranges, peel those bananas. Today though, today I take a different approach.

It is summer and it is hot. Hot, I tell ya. Hot. One of the side effects typically calls for an urge to keep colors and fabrics light. Though I will say that in the lookbook of my life, leather jackets are season-less. So, go ahead, engage in a heat stroke. I'll back you up. While you wait for your brain to melt, I'll be here, standing in my living room, wearing an asshat and looking like a butthead.
blouse and skirt: Lulu's
I'm beginning to think my look truly is deer-in-headlights chic. But on an unrelated note, I'll also mention that l've been taking a deep liking to high waist poofy mini skirts. They make me feel like an underage ballerina-ninja hybrid. The ninja bit is mostly because of my affinity to violent accessories though.
shoes: Givenchy
I'm also doing the sprinkler, so you might want to hold off on the heat stroke because this is fun to watch...but on to more important things, do you have an idea, any idea at all, where this is going? Fine, I'll just tell you.
This outfit was inspired by watermelons.

Shop Lulu's here. And, OMFG, win a $200 giftcard by following them on twitter and commenting with your handle right here down below, baby! 

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238 comments:

  1. fun! love watermelons & lulu's & am in desperate need of fruity summer clothing

    @cookiesandheels

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  2. I like your watermelon inspired outfit!
    And I love even more that you're doing the sprinkler in those tall platforms!!! If I tried, I would defiantly fall flat on my face..thats for sure....

    Rebecca
    myaestheticstyle.blogspot.com

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  3. you're great! you're writing is always so clever.. you definitely were ernest hemingway in your past haha


    madeinchicistan.blogspot.com

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  4. beautiful.... love these colours.... ;)
    nice skirt ;))


    COVERS: Sarah Jessica PARKER par VOGUE US http://t.co/iN8K2uA

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  5. Love your shoes!

    XO Charlotte
    www.thefashionguitar.com

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  6. Love the watermelon inspired outfit! Think I'm going to go for kiwi today ;)

    @clairegeldart

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  7. i like your inspiration ! you look lovely as always :)

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  8. Yes honey...you look FAB!! I love this entire outfit! That skirt, hat and shoes are WOW!! This is a perfect interpretation of the inspiration! Love me some watermelon too girl! lol Kiah

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  9. Coincidentally, last weekend when my boyfriend picked me up and noticed that I was wearing green and red, I explained to him I was inspired by watermelons.

    Also, would like to see your sick "sprinkler" dance moves in video format plz.

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  10. Thanks for the contest!

    <3

    @kimmis

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  11. I also love high-waist poofy miniskirts! I only have a black one and a purple polka dot one (which you would like). Watermelon is a good color on you!

    @summerrj

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  12. (paula.lemos.r@hotmail.com)
    I neeeeeeed this one!

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  13. you are so cute and funny :) and i would totally wear that outfit. i love a little poof!

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  14. LOVE. so much love for this outfit.

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  15. You look adorable! I love the skirt.

    @nboddington

    nicole.boddington@gmail.com

    xo.

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  16. this outfit is wonderful <3 and who doesn't love looking like/being inspired by fruit? just look at all the famous artists who are famous simply because they painted or drew fruit! gotta love it <3

    @frizzo3133

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  17. watermelon is my FAVVVVVVVVV!

    following them too =)

    emmabasilone@gmail.com
    http://behindtheleopardglasses.blogspot.com/

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  18. watermelons are the best and this watermelon look is sweet in all the right ways.

    @teamswifty256

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  19. How fantastic! Love this watermelon inspired look!

    www.kmmacker.blogspot.com

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  20. You're hysterical and that outfit is amazeballs. And $200 to Lulus? I'm in. @triplyksis

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  21. I am @hhannon
    Also, I just started dating a guy and he just told me that he always wonders what I will show up wearing when we go out, he said he likes to take guesses on whether it'll be my weird (read: ankle covering sandals) shoes and as he calls it my "90210 flair".

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  22. I love the clothes I def need light colors in my wardrobe
    Www.mrszflaca.blogspot.com

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  24. not a fan of watermelons, but i am a fan of that outfit. and you.

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  25. love love love!!

    @JErinPereira

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  26. Yes please!! And sprinklers and watermelons, doesn't get more summery than that!!

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  27. Love!! For my blog at www.polishedpretty.com I am going to dedicate a post to you my favorite blog!!! in true Man repelling Fashion!!!!!!

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  28. Gorgeous and I love how it was inspired by watermelons. Such fun colors.

    http://louboutinsinlalaland.blogspot.com/

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  29. i am in need of some lulu's fashion, PRONTO!

    @JeMappelleGaby

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  30. this post has left me with a craving for watermelon, of the sartorial and produce variety..

    @kwroblewska

    -Kathy

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  31. Already follow them and you! Love it! And the fruit inspiration,...love! You should've used a watermelon slice as a smile or frown. Happy weekend!

    www.MrsCapretta.com
    Recipes Fashion Marriage

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  32. I need me a watermelon skirt. the juicier the better.
    @nans_net

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  33. @orangesparrow


    and I second the call for video of the dance moves.

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  34. @parmisg

    ima make a fruit salad out of myself!!

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  35. I am following Lulu's on Twitter! @ComplicatedKai

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  36. Having your outfit inspired by a watermelon is way better than the time I forgot deodorant and my outfit was inspired by a Durian (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durian#Flavour_and_odour). Man repelling day to say the least.

    @DressedUpBlog

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  37. Love that green top! @sammyyy

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  39. Glad to see you chose LuLus! I buy from them because they are affordable and stylish, and have vegan options. Thanks for the daily inspiration, and for adding "is this man repelling enough?" to my list of daily getting ready questions. xx @L_Ards

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  40. Wow, would never ever think of dressing myself based on a watermelon. Really authentic! I guess I normally dress by my mood and colours...
    Thanks for this new insight. :)

    xo
    Seraphina L.
    www.bluepepperavenue.blogspot.com

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  41. I'm loving this dressing by fruit serious. I think you should try a banana next time! My twitter handle is @GraceBCuddy !

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  42. You have inspired me to dress a la fruit today! Maybe I'll try a vegetable next...

    Twitter: @owlista

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  43. twitter: caticagomita

    COME ON, YOU KNOW YOU WANT TO ;) I have been repelling by exposing myself... will send embarrassing pictures as proof.

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  44. twitter handle : xojannaxo

    HaHaaa love the watermelon inspired outfit, but the pose is the best part lol

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  45. Watermellon on a hot day is the best! @margiwarg

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  46. Fabulous as always! Loving the arm/necklace party... J'adore Lulu's!

    @Riot_Dont_Diet

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  47. i love lulu's and your blog.
    such a refreshing take on fashion.
    xx @hellogrey

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  48. loving the watermelon skirt! :D

    happy weekend!

    xx
    M.

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  49. Mama needs like half of Lulu's wedges

    @Treasuretreux

    xoxo

    p.s. summer is perfect for makin' watermelon juice - ice + blender + fresh mint (+ tequila)

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  50. Thank you!
    @sassypetite

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  51. I heart lulu's....

    @aestheticstyle

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  52. gawd, i need a new summer wardrobe to make up for this year's non existent german summer!

    @inwiththegold

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  53. Mmmmmm...love it.

    Jordan....
    @gordanjilley

    Thanks chica!

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  54. Your outfit is amazing!

    http://a-little-awkward.blogspot.com/

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  55. My outfit today was inspired by an orange...and there's not even a penis around to repel! @thunt83

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  56. @mckizzlequeso

    Great outfit!! this is my favorite blog EVER! :)

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  57. I love the skirt and the color of both those pieces. I would wear them... right now! And the dance... totally worth it! LOL

    @HauteCocktail

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  58. I want to dress like a mango! Yellow on top, red blotch in the middle, and green on bottom.

    Also, I am @lilynois.

    I'm a nerd trying to become even more of a man repeller. (I've been following your blog only a couple weeks now, but wow, I love it. You're fun!)

    Best,
    Nancy Lili

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  59. I'm following and repelling men!

    @ninarucker

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  60. omg i want watermelon and light clothes too!!! here in south america it's too cold and always rainy =(

    @dotlightdot

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  61. Ah, Lulu's! I spend so much time browsing their site.

    @kateachille

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  62. followedddd by the @procrast1nato2!

    im kind of adoring your givenchy heels. just thought i'd let you know.

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  63. I am following them on twitter @galmeetsglam

    xo Julia
    galmeetsglam.com

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  64. I follow @Zeraphine!

    love your expression on the second pic!
    xxx

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  65. That's some mighty fine inspiration dressing. I can't resist poufy skirt action either, but due to my lack of "killer" accesories, I only feel like a ballerina and not a ninja.

    I follow Lulu on twitter.
    My handle is fshnonmymind

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  66. Followed :)
    @mkmeath

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  67. love the bright pink skirt, looks amazing on you repeller!

    @bisouschic

    www.bisouschic.com

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  68. I too have a major love for poofy high waisted mini skirts. And free gift cards. this is sort of an un-repellant look for you, that's not to say you dont look AMAZING as always but the boys might think it's cute too...

    @areasontobefab

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  69. watch out boys and get ready to be repelled! love the outfit! tres chic!

    @murphbeezee

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  70. I love those shoes! And the entire arm and neck party. I'm glad I'm not the only one who chooses fruit couture and asshats over sex.

    www.thelaughingmannequin.blogspot.com

    @tweetmannequin

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  71. I second the ballerina-ninja hybrid sentiment.

    @scrawnylion

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  72. what an unexpected item to be inspired by but I love it. I adore high waisted minis they make me feel incredibly girly.
    Thank you for hosting this giveaway :)

    http://thefashionistabubble.blogspot.com/

    @xNaghmehx

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  73. I was literally on the Lulu's site drooling over their clothes before I came to check your blog for the day! (love the skirt...!)

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  74. great outfit

    thefashionhoarder.blogspot.com

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  75. love love love lulus.com

    @homgitshanna

    thecoveter@mail.com

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  76. Love the dressing like fruit idea. So summery and awesome.

    @kaitchaos

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  77. Christina SheffeyJuly 15, 2011 12:28 PM

    LOVE IT

    @SprightlyMagic

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  78. stephanie falackJuly 15, 2011 12:30 PM

    watermelon and sprinklers?
    sign. me. up.
    @samantha1800

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  79. What a neat idea! :) Walking art, inspired by rolling fruit :)

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  80. i love fruit!
    @mkln100

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  81. i need stuff to go with my new leyendecker shirt. like boobie tassels named lulu.

    @sassafraschic

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  82. That. Skirt. Is. AMAZING!!!!

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  83. Having watermelon inspire your outfit is pure genius.

    @ErmaBasila

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  84. Woop Woop! Can't wait to get some man repelling frocks on lulu's - @MollieMorgan

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  85. WOOOHOOOO, IT'S PARTY TIME PEOPLE! :D

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  86. forgot to put my twitter, my bad

    WOOOHOOOO, IT'S PARTY TIME PEOPLE! :D

    @k123elsey

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  87. If you're loving fruit, check out Apollina's blog, she just made a Stella McCartney ss'11 inspired cake!

    fashiondawgs.blogspot.com

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  88. love that this outfit was inspired by a watermelon! cute with the shoes!

    http://mstwirlyskirts.com

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  89. When are we seeing you dress like a papaya?

    I want the prize so badly!

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  90. you look like a tall, cold glass of sexy sangria

    http://dressedupallligators.blogspot.com/

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  91. Heck yeah I want that $200 giftcard! @miriam210

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  92. Watermelon + Free clothes = L.O.V.E

    @janetmonster

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  93. @melissaleeanne - btw Southeast Alaska heat wave = 83* f. I'm such a wimp.

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  94. Shweet color combo!

    @cry5tal

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  95. fruit huh? I guess I would have to go with cantelope. Mostly because the topic "we can't elope" would be a first date topic (for obvious reasons) we need a BIG freaking wedding. And also because that monochromatic look is oh-so-fly. well anyways...

    ps my verification word was just "schnerb" how freaking rad does that word sound!

    @ruffledsnob handler

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  96. LOVE those shoes!!! WOW! Very stunning and the hat is really cool! I don't follow Lulus but I will now!

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  97. Oh em gee, thought I already followed lulus but atleast now i know =X

    i LOVE this outfit! I recently got my fingers painted green and coral and I've been itching to draw black seeds on my pink fingers.
    You can see them on this post!
    http://www.egofriendlyme.com/2011/07/floral-flow.html

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  98. @kelsygoldsmith

    i LOVE the color of that skirt. i always try to wear one super bright color a day. today, its highlighter pink!

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  99. @LSBA_NY

    can I raid your jewelry box?

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  100. this is one of my favorite color combos!

    @thedanielap

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  101. Amazingggg color.


    www.dragonnfruit.com

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  102. Thank you for teaching us to repel like bosses and making us snort out loud on a regular basis.

    @shesaidblog

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  103. Love this!

    http://therealbisforbrittany.blogspot.com/

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  104. super fantabulous!

    @chenchen1005

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  105. I'm obsessed with you, I'm obsessed with watermelon, and now I'm obsessed with watermelon style!!
    @zhannadarliing

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  106. I love lulu's!!

    @rachelstec

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  107. Watermelon is truly inspirational on so many levels. Perhaps next time you should go for the exotic yellow watermelon look. It's full of antioxidants and such.

    @lasiteral
    lasitera at yahoo dot com

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  108. dress to impress? negative. dress to REPEL. hip-hip hooray!

    @angiecastroo

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  109. Watermelons! Now you should move onto other summer fruit, kiwi or strawberries, perhaps.

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  110. gorgeous! I love poofy skirts for summer too...just not too close to subway grates.

    @cagedwonder

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  111. perfect outfit inspired in watermelon hahahha

    Check out my blog:

    www.likeabirkin.blogspot.com

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  112. You are emerging fetus chic in the sprinkler photo. Welcome to the world, lil watermelon.

    @kristiemariposa

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  113. Watermelon outfit with violent accessories? I like it. :)

    @kassandrapae

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  114. Watermelon is my favorite fruit and that skirt is repeller-iffic.

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  115. perfect summer refreshment

    @jennyhg

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  116. Love it......... and I'm pretty sure the necklaces and bracelets resemble the seeds ;-)

    @sarahwasz

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  117. Oh my gosh!

    @inherstilettos

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  118. Following on Twitter!

    @SoYeahSo

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  119. hell to the yes.
    @kilgoretrout_

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  120. My puffy skirts mostly comes in the form of an animal (print) of some sort, but I'll gladly try the fruits for this hot hot summer !

    Oh, and I was already following you and Lulu's on Twitter as @aprettynest

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  121. I absoFRUITley love this outfit! I too adore high-waisted mini skirts, almost more than the combo of colors mint and red!

    @LakeBailey
    Laken Bailey

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  122. I used to own sandals with limes on them. I love dressing fruity.

    @lizzpride

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  123. two clicks for a sweet chance at that giftcard? can do! @leikelileikeli

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  124. @anesthesiaCG Love looking even more fruity.

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  125. OMgsh! I am OBSESSED with Lulu's and would die to win this! Already following them on twitter. @TheStyleFile

    xx
    Marissa
    www.stylecusp.com

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  126. I'm glad you went with the colour of watermelons and not the shape...

    @erinpoettcker

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  127. LOVE Lulu's! and summer fruit! it's all i dream about in the winter

    @jojojoho

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  128. Loooove it... *-* Hum, I'm having tons of evil plans pop up in my head by the mere thought of using this shiny giftcard of yours... *muahahahahaa*

    @MissLauraHueto

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  129. goodnessgracious i love reading your blog. thanks for being awesome!

    @nanzy.

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  130. Really cute, and I don't even do fruity. And the shoes, sooo HOT! Girl, I'm really beginning to question your "repellent-ability."

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  131. I love lulus and your website!! Both are so cute!

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  132. love the inspiration from fruit. you're great.

    @peemonster111

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  133. Loving that skirt :)

    @someninja

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  134. i love this outfit! the watermelon tones look so cute together.

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  135. I had a purse shaped like a watermelon slice when I was about 10. Not even kidding. Apparently I was way ahead of my time.

    @alisonharper

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  136. Love your outfit!
    And the watermelons to...
    :D

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  137. I think it's safe to say that I wish I was your ballerine-ninja hybrid sistah from another mistah.

    SIDEWALKCATWALKS.blogspot.com
    @SwCatwalks

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  138. that red skirt is brilliant


    http://elenavasilieva.blogspot.com/
    x

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  139. love the colour!

    http://the-bloggers-hive.blogspot.com/

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  140. @ShannonLasiter

    shannonlea7 at yahoo dot com

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  141. okay now ... I'm entering another contest and crossing my fingers for victory this time! @bellissimostyle

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  142. @arcadey



    wonderfully hilarious as always.

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  143. Sarah ThorntonJuly 16, 2011 9:29 AM

    @sarah_thornton

    badabing

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  144. points for the sprinkler ninja move. and the ensemble looks as refreshing as a w'melon wedge. yes.

    @nikimalek

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  145. Just discovered you as result of Thread NY love your blog

    @MissMerli

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  146. I just bought a yellow lemon dress from Lulu's that screams "I'm dressed like a lemon!"

    @rhiamei

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  147. Ahhh, I love fruit fashion :D

    @Rorosdreams

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  148. Loving all of the color here!

    @elisecearakelly

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  149. very nice outfit..and btw, your feature in teen vogue was amazing!
    twitter: @youareacinema

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  150. CLOTHES CLOTHES CLOTHES. please ;)
    twit me bby @lydeeloo

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  151. I wonder if they still have that Mexican inspired wallet I wanted. Anyhow, I love the color of your top. And check out that WMD that lies betwixt your bosom. Violent indeed.
    @eccentricate

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  152. Cool outfit all this fruit and outfit talk reminds me of Harper from waverly place who makes outfits out of foods...and markers...and everythingn really she seems like an expert man repeller she must read your blog...actually she might be threatening your position. I would say the same about gaga but she is such a slut and shows to much to be a repeller makes her almost an enemy working with the propellers...almost.

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  153. Show us how to pull of the child at heart look.

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  154. love the ninja bit. and love watermelons. genius outfit.

    http://pinklemonsorbet.blogspot.com/

    Meena xxx

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  155. omg! i love this outfit :) and love the whole fruit thing :)

    @peytondesigns

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  156. when i feel scummy and kind of manlike with all the sweat in this heat, i can be reminded that i'm actually quite a lady when stuff like this doesnt repel me AT ALL! love ittttt @CallieJane

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  157. Pefect outfit from Lulu's! And, of course, love those shoes. Mine are still in the box waiting to be worn. ;)

    Twitter handle: @justmamor

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  158. Sweet!... No, really! C:
    @eatabanananow

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  159. love the full circle poofy minis! i've got one in a shade of particularly man-repelling green that i adore.

    @jjuliaa

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  160. O manrepelling goddess, what fruit will be your next source of inspiration?
    It'd be interesting to see a coconut themed post.
    Brownie points if you get a hold of a more exotic fruit.

    @lucianamorales

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  161. I'm obsessed with the shoes! And the watermelon, of course.

    www.prettyonpurposeblog.blogspot.com

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  162. Cute skirt, and love that hat!

    stylebymj.blogspot.com

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  163. I love the sprinkler! Great post!
    @jenbullinger

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  164. If ya can't take the heat, then dress like a fruit! I like it...

    @vikandala

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  165. I always use fruit as an inspiration in summer :)

    @xhpfanatic

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  166. My dancing is so bad, I can't even DO the sprinkler...
    @heatherhollis92

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  167. @rachelitacarmen

    LOVE the watermelon inspiration!

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  168. Love the skirt, and I looove short puffy skirts, always been a fav of mine♥
    I love that you topped the outfit with the black hat :D
    And I love your necklaces ♥

    @FashionLove3

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  169. You're always so cute, Man Repeller! :p @chicavillarta

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