Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Keeping It Casual - 5 (Link Up)


Loft (yellow) blouse, F21 (pink) blouse, A.N.A shorts via JCP, Gap sandals, F21 jewelry

* Before you scroll down, know that no bloggers nor their husbands were harmed during the photo shoot for this post. 

This is the first time that I have squeezed (yes, squeezed) into these shorts in a few weeks. Obviously my legs have not seen the light of day in about five years and I am not ashamed. Okay, maybe I am just a little. At least they aren't covered completely in bruises like they were this time last year. Last year I decided to dance in our recital so my legs had plenty of bruises from all of the floor work in our dance. This year, not so much. I am not dancing in the recital, but I kind of wish that I was. The girls are dancing to 'Sway' by Michael Buble and I have made it sort of a salsa-ish dance. A lot of hip shaking and a lot of fun.


When we took these pictures the other day, I was completely out of ideas as to where we should do them. My husband suggested these tracks, which we haven't used in a long time. 


So here I am, strutting my stuff, feeling all awkward because I don't have a handbag (somehow those give me confidence when taking pictures) and I just hear my husband say 'Um...'


Don't worry, we got off the tracks in plenty of time. 

Link up your casual look below! And please, make sure that you are a follower of this blog before linking up and make sure you link back to my blog in your post.

Linking up with Because Shanna Said So for Random Wednesdays.






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54 comments:

  1. i love the shade of pink of your blouse. Gorgeous styling!!

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  2. i like your sandals :)
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  3. Love the casual look! The yellow and pink layers look good.

    Mo
    Who is that girl Mo?

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  4. Glad you didn't get hit by the train! :)

    xx Amy

    Leopard and Lillies

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  5. Very cute casual look, you look adorable.


    xo
    http://pinksole.com

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  6. Hi dear, how are you? Love your witty writing, the vibrant shots of colour in this charming outfit are wonderful! Love the sandals.

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  7. Very nice look :) love the colour combo.

    x Angie

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  8. fantastic color mixing! great pops of color :)

    XO Meghan
    citrusrefreshingfashion.blogspot.com

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  9. Those cut offs are so cute! What a great color combination!

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  10. I love that pink top!

    glitterandgapske.blogspot.com

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  11. Hilarious that a train interrupted your photo shoot- can't say I've had that happen to me! But great summery outfit... I seriously can't get enough of this weather!!

    -Classy Chic & Chardonnay
    http://cchicc3.wordpress.com/

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  12. love your dress...

    xo janika
    http://crazysketchbook.blogspot.com/

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  13. love your dress...

    xo janika
    http://crazysketchbook.blogspot.com/

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  14. Hahah that last picture, hilarious. Love all the bright neons in this outfit, SO perfect for spring/summer. You look so cute Amy!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  15. pretty top)
    like the necklace!
    kisseS!



    Angela Donava

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  16. The brights are so fun! I think I'd be too scared to take photos on train tracks!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  17. I love this location for pictures! I wouldn't thought of this bright layering but I really like it! My legs are ale pretty white, I'd love to get so e color!
    Ginny
    mynewfavoriteoutfit.blogspot.com

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  18. I love this casual look! The bright colors are all gorgeous together. Oh and I'm way glad you didn't get hit by that train. I entered your link-up, I'm not sure if I did it right or not? I always see link-ups on other blogs but I'm not sure how they work?

    http://simpleeasystyle.blogspot.com/

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  19. Ha, these pictures are so fun! I love your comments. The hot pink with the pastely yellow is so pretty!

    www.satinandscotch.com

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  20. Love the colors in ur outfit!! These glasses are so cool! Hope you are having a wonderful day!
    -Jyoti
    Style Delights Blog
    PS. Following you and linking up for the first time! Thanks for hosting the linkup:-)

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  21. Great casual look!!
    I love the cut-off shorts!!
    -Adrienne. xo

    http://sending-postcards-home.blogspot.com/
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  22. I definitely need a new pair of cutoff shorts after seeing this. I love them for summer! You look gorgeous, as usual!

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  23. i LOVE pink and yellow together!! soo pretty! :)

    xo,
    Sandy
    Sandy a la Mode

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  24. haha those last pictures made me laugh! Lovein' the bright colors!
    Jenn
    With Luck Blog

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  25. Hah! Too funny :). I love the look and WISH I could wear shorts- we got snow last night!!

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  26. We've taken pictures of my daughter on train tracks but luckily a train never came! haha I love the bright colors. I don't think I can allow myself to wear shorts yet; I'm too pasty and pale!! You look great though! Thanks for hosting once again, happy to be joining for another week!

    Lindsey
    High Heels and Training Wheels

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  27. The last photo gave me a good laugh with your captions! I love all the bright colors you're wearing here!

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  28. I love this outfit, it's very casual-chic and omg the last picture was sooo funny! I would be so scared and run away haha

    -Vogue&Heels
    vogueandheels.com

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  29. You are gorgeous girl and there is absolutely nothing to say about your stems other than they are absolutely fabulous! I love all of the color in today's look. It's such a bright and cheery outfit and makes me miss the sun (we're having heavy storms here in TX today). I can't wait to join this link up! I started a new series and link up on my blog today. I'd love for you to stop by and link up with your styling (new or old) of today's item. Hope to see you there! Happy Wednesday!!

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  30. Love all the colors in your outfit! So fun. A salsa-ish "sway" routine sounds so fun!!

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  31. Love the pink, yellow and orange color combo! I need some new sandals for spring, I need to check out Gap!

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  32. Love your casual look! The layers are perfect!!

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  33. I'm so into this neon, looks great!

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  34. Lol! Oh, snap!!! made me laugh out loud! Momma is loving the casual look!! :) And you blow my mind how you still keep up with dance...one of the many things I love about you!!

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  35. Love all the fun colors in this outfit!

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  36. I love the bright layering you do here, it looks perfect for spring! :) Love the bun too!

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  37. Haha...love the train track pictures but watch out for the train! Don't worry, my legs are super white too, I don't even try to get them tan anymore.
    ~Jessica

    Jeans and a Teacup

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  38. This casual outfit is SO cute, love all the mix of neon colors!! The recital sounds like so much fun too :)

    www.thejoyoffashion.blogspot.com

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  39. Oh my goodness that is too funny! But the tracks are a great background! These pictures look fabulous!
    Meredith
    createthatoutfit.com

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  40. what a freaking cute post! love the railroad and the colors are super fun!! xo

    heartofchic.blogspot.com

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  42. So glad you found my blog, I love yours! Now following you on GFC and entered one of my casual outfits! Thanks for sharing!

    Xo, Amanda

    theamandakathryn.blogspot.com

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  43. Love love love the brights, so fun! Makes me more than ready for summer :)
    xx, Emily
    http://soanthro.com

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  44. Dangerous blogging, I love it! :) The things we do for fashion!

    Jill
    Classy with a Kick

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  45. that's it, im writing myself a post it note to remember this link up, dang mom brain!!!!
    brooke @ what2wear

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  46. Such a cute outfit. I am so jealous that it is warm enough for you to wear shorts!
    I love the background it looks amazing.

    Pia
    pjmscloset.blogspot.ca

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  47. I love the layering and the bright colors! Cute hair!

    Jessica @ Sunny Days and Starry Nights

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  48. This is such a cute casual look! :) I love the pink top! And thank goodness you got out of the way of the train!

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  49. that is one very big reason i've never gone to take photos on the train tracks! those trains go by quite frequently and I have visions of my camera and tripod biting the dust.

    Love this bright color combo on you!
    Chic on the Cheap

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  50. Love your blog just followed you on bloglovin!
    Brights are making me so happy .

    www.itsflashyfash.blogspot.com

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  51. You are a dare-devil!!:) This location is golden for photos, though. You look beautiful as usual Amy!! I love the hot pink on you!
    xoAmy
    www.dreamingincashmere.com

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  52. Loving all the bright colors! When I wear bright colors it always makes me feel happier! New GFC follower! Thanks for finding me so I could find you!
    XOXO
    dani
    Love Me, Dani Marie

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