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1.30.2011

30 for 30 Items: Winter Edition

Tuesday starts a new 30 for 30 Challenge! When I heard it announced, I knew I wanted in! I enjoyed myself and learned so much during the Fall challenge and I can only hope this time around will be as fun. I can't wait to see what others put together and see what I challenge myself to come up with! 

Here are my items. It was a lot more difficult the second time around coming up with my picks - I don't know why? Was it hard for you (if you are participating again)? I'm not going to lie, I'm somewhat nervous with these. I haven't mentally planned out options, so let's hope these 30 work out! I only had a couple repeats from the last challenge, but they are staple pieces - they have to participate. Let's get started!

P.S. How do you all do such cute pictures of your picks? With the white backgrounds and such? Super jealous! I feel like the carpet is distracting. (probably photoshop...)


Nine Tops
J Crew Breton Boat-neck (similar)
Gap White Long Sleeve Tee (similar)
Merona Chambray Button-up (similar)
Old Navy Polka Dot Blouse (similar)
J Crew Ruffle Cami (similar) 
J Crew Floral Tank (similar)


Two Jackets + Five Sweaters
LC Blazer (similar)
Belk Drape Cardigan (similar)
Belk Winter White Cardigan (similar) 
Belk Green Cardigan (similar)
Banana Republic V-neck Sweater (similar)
Mossimo V-neck Sweater (similar)


Four Pants + Two Dresses + Two Skirts
Banana Republic Denim Trousers (similar)
Target Black Skinny Pants (similar)
TJ Maxx Sinny Jeans (similar)
Urban Outfitters Dress (similar)
Mossimo Polka Dot Dress (similar)



Six Pairs of Shoes
Steve Madden Inka Cognac Boots
Steve Madden Inka Black Boots
Mossimo T-strap Wedges (similar)
UO Suede Pump
Isaac Mizrahi T-Strap Pumps (or similar)
Guess via TJ Maxx Cognac Booties (similar)

46 comments:

  1. MichelleJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    i'm suuuper in love with the second row of tops and all of the shoes. hope all goes well with you 30 for 30 :)

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  2. MimiJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    This is a great selection and I particularly love your shoes! Can't wait to see how you mix and match!

    Aesthetic Lounge

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  3. ChelseaJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Great picks! I'm interested to see how you remix them!

    http://www.maritimeshopaholic.com

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  4. KristenJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Ooh, the red skinny cords are a brave choice! I can't wait to see your remix: round two.

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  5. MarieJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    I posted my 30 picks today, too :) Good luck with your remixing! Looks like you have some good options.

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  6. mkJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    i love everything!! i'm getting nervous about my picks ... mostly because i haven't picked them yet, but i'm doing that post tomorrow so i'd better get on it!!

    www.yogaandpencilskirts.blogspot.com

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  7. jenn~the stylish housewifeJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    aaarrggghhh...i havent picked mine yet! this is my first time doing the 30x30 and i am nervous! i like your picks and am starting to rethink mine! dont worry...i dont have photoshop either =) can't wait to see your outfits!

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  8. DawnJanuary 30, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    cute picks!! i need more color in my closet.. desperately

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  9. .January 30, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    I have SUCH a huge crush on your colorblock t-straps. :) And all your ruffly blouses. Ya know I just kind of winged it this time and last with picking my items and I'm hoping for the best!

    Let the games begin...! :D

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  10. Simply BubbleliciousJanuary 30, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Some great picks! Can't wait to see your remixes. Just finished my choices. I am excited about this round.

    Have a great night,
    Carla
    http://wwwsimplybubblelicious.blogspot.com/

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  11. BeverlyJanuary 30, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    wow.. all i see in everyones posts is the 30 for 30 pictures of their picks, i'm still doing laundry so i can use some of the tops for the challenge. i like yous picks btw!
    oh and i'm nervous too :)

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  12. KileenJanuary 30, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    i'm loving all of the red hues in your picks! those UO red suede pumps are lovely and i'm certain those will definitely be getting lots of love! :)

    cute and little

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  13. Cara-MiaJanuary 30, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    You're so brave! It was so hard for me last time because I lost steam, I don't think I could do it again haha. But I love your picks & can't wait to see what you come up with! :D

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  14. UnknownJanuary 30, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    I can't believe that you choose everything without much of a plan! It looks like you will be able to come up with many outfits thought.
    I also had a bit harder time choosing things this time around..I loved how my last one turned out, but needed to make sure I choose mostly different items...but the ones from the first round seemed to be my most versatile items....especially for the cold weather!

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  15. kimmieJanuary 30, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    Oh my gosh, your picks are all so cute. can't wait to see how you remix them! I loved your outfits last time around so I'm pretty sure you'll come up with some amazing combos! :D

    As for my pictures for my picks, I wanted to copy Kendi because I loved how she did hers, but OH MAN.. it was exhausting. First making sure every item is laid out just right, taking a photo of every item, then photoshopping them all to take out the background and to arrange them to look nice. TOOK FOREVER!

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  16. daniJanuary 30, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    Loving the pieces you chose for this 30x30! Loving all the pops of bright color! So looking forward to seeing your remixes!

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  17. ChauceeJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    You got some really nice picks! I wish I could do it this round, but while living abroad my wardrobe is already contained and I'm happy with just that :P haha

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  18. Sophie in the SticksJanuary 31, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    love all your footwear so much more than mine!!! Have fun with the challenge :)
    http://cgdn.blogspot.com/

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  19. AlessandraJanuary 31, 2011 at 3:50 AM

    What great picks. Love the colors. Can't wait to see you remix again.

    Actually, I found it easier this time round and left out 1 item so I can insert something later on (read: when I'm desperate!!!).

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  20. Jill GGJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    I can't wait for you to get started! I'm not playing along this time... but I'll be cheering for the sidelines! I'm already excited for the spring version.

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  21. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    Good luck! I can't wait to see what you come up with this time around!

    Melanie@Unravelled Threads
    Follow @UnraveldThreads on twitter!

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  22. LizJanuary 31, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    I was bad about planning as well so I will be winging it for the first few days. Looks like we have a few similar picks. Why can't be the same size so we could swap?

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  23. megannielsenJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Cute pics! I haven't been organised to snap photos of my 30 yet... looking forward to seeing what you come up with!!

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  24. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    I'm so excited for 30 for 30 to start! Although I wish I were brave enough to participate, probably next time... Loved the selection, specially the tops one, lots of navy I like! Little amazed to see you picked hot pink pants, curious to see how you mix them! ... Good luck tomorrow!

    Have a lovely week doll! xo
    http://blog.cessoviedo.com

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  25. archives vintageJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    hey, at least you finished the last one! ( i didnt, but am determined to this time!).

    you've got a great set of items here. you'll do great! :)

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  26. Nana ErinJanuary 31, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    I've noticed a LOT of re-peat players saying they didn't pre-plan outfits this time around so I think you are in good company. Also, I think you probably know what you're doing. I think it's going to be great! Can't wait to see. <3

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  27. UnknownJanuary 31, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    My favorite picks are:

    - Guess cognac booties [I realized many of your shoes are heels! Crazy!]
    - Red skinny cords [they are skinny! And red...! Not many people can pull that off!]
    - J Crew ruffle cami [the design & color is beautiful!]

    Can't wait to see what outfits you come up with!

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  28. Ashley JJanuary 31, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Good Luck Linley, I am super nervous AND excited!

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  29. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Great picks, Linley! I am so excited this time around, too. I had an easier time choosing my items. However, I always get to 29 items and have no idea what to pick for the last item.

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  30. LizJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Ooh, I'm excited for your remix! You really did some inspiring things last time, and I can't wait to see what you do this time.

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  31. DanielleJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    ugh, I know! my pictures are taken on my bed. so underwhelming.

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  32. CourtneyJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    I love all your choices, and especially your heels! Can't wait to see how you remix them.

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  33. StefJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Cuuuute blog! Just came across it and I am thinking about the 30 for 30 challenge as well now! Also, I am sure it is done with photoshop but if you don't have it you can try photo.net (google it) it is a free editing software!

    brokeninstyle.blogspot.com

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  34. UnknownJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    I can't wait to see your remixing! I love all your picks.

    Shopping and Spreadsheets

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  35. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    love your pics! I am trying the 30 for 30 also. Literally just started blogging and this was a big reason why. Love your blog!!

    http://acapriciousmind.blogspot.com/

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  36. Jenni KingJanuary 31, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    what a fantastic group of items for the challenge! I look forward to seeing how you remix them! And i think they do photoshop those with the white back ground, but I can't say for sure!

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  37. AdriJanuary 31, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    You have the cutest clothes! I'm excited to see how you put these together.
    ~Adri
    http://mama-miablog.blogspot.com

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  38. KirstenJanuary 31, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    I am sooo excited for this 30 for
    30! This is my first one and I am a little nervous!
    I love all you picks tho!
    Can't wait to see the outfits!!

    Kirsten
    www.travandkirk.blogspot.com

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  39. sisJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    I am definitely finding this challenge much harder to start than the last one, and I'm so nervous about this one! I think it's because I mixed all my favourites last time and I'm trying not too repeat too much.

    Goodluck, I can't wait to see what you come up with!

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  40. JessJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    I love all your pics, especially the polka-dot dress! Can't wait to see your remixes.

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  41. CJanuary 31, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    So glad you're doing this again. Even though I hadn't discovered your blog the first 30x30, I went through and looked at all your past outfits and really enjoyed all the remixes.

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  42. KateFebruary 1, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Ooh, I really like those Guess booties! Super cute! Good luck with your 30x30!

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  43. Breton BayFebruary 1, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    such cute shoes! I want them all!

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  44. a. harmsFebruary 1, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Super cute picks. I will be following you all the way through to 30. Love, love, love those red pants.

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  45. MaryBethFebruary 3, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    This is one of the best 30x30's I have seen! Super cute duds!
    xoxoMB

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  46. UnknownFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Love your pics! Can't wait to see all of your other outfits.

    Re: the background, check out this awesome article. Super helpful! http://www.etsy.com/storque/seller-handbook/uk-edition-photography-tips-with-heidiadnum-part-2-8883/

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Linley