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Friday, June 24, 2011

Ode To Summer Legs

A slight tan forms a horizon line just above my knees, my legs are dotted with a constellation of mosquito bites, a patchwork of bruises adds splotches of color. They tell the story of summer evenings stumbling through tall grass and clambering over rocks by the ocean. They sing sonnets about creaky swingsets and explorations into crumbling forts. They paint the picture of a summer spent tripping and falling, smiling and laughing--eyes looking everywhere except the ground on which I walk. Grass stains wash out and salt water dries; marks left on the pale canvas of my legs linger.

Outfit details:
PJ by Peter Jensen sweater
UO shorts
Tumblr tote
white slip-ons

27 comments:

Uma Li said...

You look soo cute in those clothes, they look great on you !
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Mirjam said...

woooow that sweater is amazing!! And your hair is gorgeous.

Yajaira said...

cute casual outfit
love it
love the top with the horse
love the hat

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Rani from Cupcake Couture said...

You look completely gorgeous!

shelby said...

You're so cute! I have an old thrifted sweatshirt with a sea otter on it...this is making me want to bust it out from it's winter clothing hibernation.

Shel said...

ohh wow i LOVE that top! xx

Tiffany said...

lovely ode, you have such a poetic writing style.

DNA (designers+artists) said...

Love the hat and the sweater!

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Mae Lu said...

Perfect summer easy outfit...

I love the description of the constellations of mosquito bites on your bare legs telling the story of early summer evenings.

Ahhh, this is the life, no?

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

Emily, Ruby Slipper Journeys said...

Perfectly written and very well said, Rebecca. I love all the marks that summer can leave on the body with the exception of sunburn. And this is a perfect summer evening outfit!

Kait said...

Such a sweet outfit! I love the sweater & your hat. And the shoes. And well everything about it! You look great!

Little Fury Bugs said...

You look so cute and laid-back at the same time!

dahhlayne said...

Lovely horse sweater!! :)
And thumbs up for the Tumblr tote!

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Shelby said...

this is a really nice casual outfit. that sweater is adorable too!

hellotampon said...

My summer legs are a hot mess too! I'm a klutz year-round, so I always have bruises, but I've already scraped my shins on rocks twice and I tend to scratch my mosquito bites until they bleed and form scabs. Oh well!

Sidewalk Chic said...

I really have loved seeing your collection of horse-related clothing and accessories over the years. This sweatshirt is just perfect for you!

SoFashionistica said...

That sweater is perfect for you, since being THE CLOTHES HORSE. Very cute and I like the quirky feel of it!

Fashion Addict said...

There's something about this outfit that's so fresh and cute! And you have amazing legs!

Julia Topaz, La Belle Oiselle said...

You should definitely wear shorts more often, they lay perfectly on your figure! Ridiculously cute.

-Julia

Passport Smiles said...

adorable outfit. i love the sweater. sounds like you've got some nice temporary tattoos from livin' it up, though they don't show up in the pics.

Teddi said...

oh those poetic words, "dotted with a constellation of mosquito bites."

Mallory | The Storm in a Teacup said...

Cute summertime look! It looks comfy and casual, but still stylish.
And you have very nice legs!

Ms LadyCakes said...

Fitted sweater is awesome! I'm on the hunt for one m'slef :)



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Jamie Rose said...

You look really adorable in this casual outfit! The shorts look great on you. They're a nice change-up from your usual awesome dresses. I've been getting more interested in shorts this summer because of all the cute high-waisted ones and ones with pretty prints on them. It's nice to give something different a try sometimes!

PPI said...

Really You look really adorable in this casual outfit. I think it suits your personality. Keep sharing!

sarah said...

perfect! summer isn't summmer without a few adventurous scrapes ...

Victoria / Justice Pirate said...

It looks very sweet. I like this outfit post!!

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