$10 outfit challenge #7 or happy anniversary darling







the calendar says february but the temperatures say june.





vintage maxi dress $2
naturalizer sandals $5
sunglasses .99
total - $7.99











actually we are headed to palm springs for the day to celebrate our wedding anniversary with friends over lunch. 

if i get lost, i don't think larry will have a problem finding me.

thank you my dear friends for following, for your lovely comments and mostly for being so awesome.
you make every day special for me.

xo
janet


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  1. Comeca JonesFebruary 28, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    Stop the presses this one is drop dead gorgeous!

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  2. A Whole Lotta MagicFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:07 AM

    Oh, so boho! The shot in front of the orange tree is a nice touch!

    Happy anniversery gorgeous!

    S
    xo

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  3. the gardener's cottageFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:07 AM

    awww, thank you comenca.

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  4. Jane and Lance HattattFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    Hello Janet;
    The calendar may say February and the temperature stays June but, whatever the season, this dress is hot. Palm Springs may be your destination and you are certainly living the part. Fabulous. Enjoy, enjoy!

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  5. Adrienne ShubinFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:17 AM

    Happy Anniversary you two!

    You look gorgeous in your tropical citrus themed maxi. Love seeing your DIY Kate Spade bag again. xo, A

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  6. ajcFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:18 AM

    Happy Anniversary!!! I don't know how you do it but the dress looks stunning on you! Oh, and the orange tree, perfect and so lovely.

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  7. ChristianFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    That is the best $2 ever spent. I love it - you look great. It makes me happy just to look at it, all that color and fun.

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  8. VixFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:29 AM

    Happy Anniversary, Lovebirds!!!
    I love that dress so much, it's just as well you like in the US or I'd steal it.
    How fabulous does your weather look? I'm insanely envious.
    Have the most brilliant celebration. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
    PS Indian visa restrictions mean Brits can't live there for more than
    6 months at a time. They had enough trouble trying to kick us out in 1947. x

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  9. UnknownFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    I always enjoy your stylish outfits and the way you pose. Do you have someone taking your pictures or are you using a tripod and timer? I would appreciate any other tips you have for posing. My photos of myself turn out horrid. Help please.
    Traci

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    Happy Anniversary! May you both have many more wonderful years together. :)

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  11. DaniBPFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    Happy Anniversary to you both. I hope you are having a fun lunch in your dress, you are drop-dead California Gorgeous!

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  12. life, in small chunksFebruary 28, 2012 at 12:06 PM

    Happy anniversary! You look fabuloous, as always!

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  13. UnknownFebruary 28, 2012 at 12:06 PM

    You look amazing! That dress would wear most people rather than the other way around.

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  14. JuhliFebruary 28, 2012 at 12:26 PM

    You look stunning! Happy Anniversary.

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  15. Julie of Monkey Grass HillFebruary 28, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    And from the looks of it, it's the year 1970 :)
    You look great, and I'm sure it looks better now in 2012 on you than it did when it cost more than $2.

    I'm loving your fun new old colorful styles.

    Happy anniversary. Have wonderful day.

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  16. MummaduckaFebruary 28, 2012 at 12:48 PM

    Looove it, Happy anniversAry to you both. And yes you will be easily found, and will turn some heads too!

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  17. Jo in LondonFebruary 28, 2012 at 1:13 PM

    Happy anniversary to you both. Hope you enjoyed the day.
    The orange blossoms in the first photo are so pretty.

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  18. GretchenFebruary 28, 2012 at 1:13 PM

    I am really ticked off that the consignment stores around here are such crap. Go have a fantastic anniversary lunch...I suspect, with that outfit, you'll get extra-attentive service from the staff. And wow your honey as always!

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  19. Jo in LondonFebruary 28, 2012 at 1:16 PM

    Derr, that would be the oranges in the first photo. Time for bed, it's been a long day....

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  20. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    LOVE IT! I'm sure only you could pull this one off... it's so fabulous. and you look amazing.

    Have fun!!!!!

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  21. DebFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:10 PM

    Congratulations on your anniversary! You look great.

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  22. PaigeFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    I love the look. The dress reminds me a lot of this vintage dress I had in high school. My mom hated it!

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  23. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    That is wowee fabulous and $2, wow, take me shopping!

    Have a wonderful time in Palm Springs, I'll let you know in advance if we plan on heading down your way.

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  24. PriscillaFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    Happy Anniversary!

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  25. Share my GardenFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    The colour, the warmth, the citrus - wow!
    Wishing you both a very happy anniversary.

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  26. SusieFebruary 28, 2012 at 3:01 PM

    Janet, You need to be on a plane to Hawaii with that beautiful dress.You rock girl. Smiles, Susie

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  27. hostess of the humble bungalowFebruary 28, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    Happy Anniversary Janet and Larry.
    That dress does say "Holiday vacation in a hot spot" perfect for the desert. I can see you poolside sipping a cocktail!

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  28. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2012 at 3:46 PM

    BEAUTY-FUL! Beauty-FUL! Happy Anniversary!
    -Suzanne in Illinois

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  29. tFebruary 28, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    I LOVE IT! I saw this peeping out in your closet post and now I know. So cool.

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  30. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    You look amazing and stylish. Best wishes for a lovely anniversary!
    PS Your blog is one of my favorites and I often re-read old posts. However, after the last three posts there has been an advertisement at the end. Wondering if others have this showing up too?
    Sherry

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  31. Arlene in MOFebruary 28, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    I think I would like the dress shorter as it is a very large print. It is pretty.

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  32. the gardener's cottageFebruary 28, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    traci, larry takes the pictures of all my outfits. sometimes he uses a tripod but mostly he doesn't. i wish i could give you some tips but i just basically stand there!

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  33. the gardener's cottageFebruary 28, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    sherry, i just recently signed up to have ads on my blog. they seem fairly unobtrusive and tasteful to me. i have to be careful b/c if i were to click one on, even by accident, google will disqualify me from their program!

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  34. raining sheepFebruary 28, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    You look fab! I envy the fact that you can wear a sleeveless dress in February, while us Calgarians are bundled up in unflattering Canada Goose wear :)

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  35. LPCFebruary 28, 2012 at 6:38 PM

    And you match the trees! You look wonderful. As always.

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  36. ChrisFebruary 28, 2012 at 8:12 PM

    Happy Big A Day as it is known in these parts!
    We might make you feel awesome but you always look awesome!

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  37. JenFebruary 28, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    Smashing! Perfect for Palm Springs. have fun!

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  38. Annie ~ Red Roses and CrystalFebruary 28, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    The price of thrifted (down here we say Op shop) clothes in your town are great value Janet. Our cahrity stores have lost the plot and charge over the top prices these days. Very rarely does one happen upon a bargain.
    I love the maxi. Perfect for an Anniversary.
    xx

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  39. LRS4AMANDAFebruary 28, 2012 at 9:33 PM

    Happy Anniversary!! That dress is perfect for Palm Springs...have a great day. :)

    Linda
    xo

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  40. EleanorFebruary 29, 2012 at 2:23 AM

    Happy Anniversary beautiful Lady!
    That dress is divine. Forget those "Maxxinista's"...you need to start your own "FrugalChicsters" thing because you have it ALL going on!

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  41. Faux FuchsiaFebruary 29, 2012 at 3:22 AM

    Happy Anniversary and I LOVE THAT DRESS 11/10!!! And the height in your do is wonderful too x

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  42. ClaudiaFebruary 29, 2012 at 3:48 AM

    Happy Anniversary! That dress takes me back - it's fabulous.

    xo
    Claudia

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  43. flwrjaneFebruary 29, 2012 at 5:12 AM

    Shut the door, you look fabulous.

    And I hope your day was so much fun.

    And so bright youall had to wear shades:-)

    xo Jane

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  44. MirandaFebruary 29, 2012 at 5:19 AM

    Always frugal, always fabulous ... that's you! Happy Anniversary.

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  45. AnonymousFebruary 29, 2012 at 7:15 AM

    so fab, as always! happy anniversary! have a lovely trip.
    monique

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  46. sweetsyFebruary 29, 2012 at 7:15 AM

    Stunning! And you don't care about getting tired of a dress that only cost $2 bucks. You give it back to thrift and someone else gets to enjoy it-LOVE that!
    Wishing you and hubby a fabulous anniversary and many happy returns to the day:)

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  47. Sixty-Fifth AvenueFebruary 29, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    you look like a beautiful summer day in that dress Janet! You are one crafty girl. Happy Anniversary to you and your sweet one.

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  48. MadeliefFebruary 29, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    Oh wow Janet,

    Everything looks good on you! Your outfit looks amazing.

    Happy wedding anniversary! Enjoy!

    Madelief x

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  49. AnonymousFebruary 29, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    I came across your blog via another blog! Wow is all I can say girlie! You look fab in that vintage maxi! Here's to women looking great well into their 50's PS~I love Jack White~Have all the White Stripes music and of course The Raconteurs~Love,love love them!
    Happy Anniversary!
    April Baldwin

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  50. annie@mostlovelythingsFebruary 29, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    I was at Disneyland with 5 boys (age 12) and an ipad that wouldn't load your photos! I could read your post so I had to imagine what your dress looked like...I knew it was going to be loud...you look fabulous!! That dress looks like it was made for you!! Happy Anniversary!
    xo
    annie

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  51. for the love of a houseMarch 1, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    Happy Anniversary!!!

    xojoan

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  52. Melissa@AllThingsSimplifiedMarch 2, 2012 at 5:27 AM

    Happy Belated Anniversary, Janet! I love the dress on you, and such a fantastic price for it, too! :)

    Your weather is indeed very much like ours here. We will have temps close to 90 degrees today and tomorrow...apparently no spring for us this year.

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  53. Veronica RothMarch 4, 2012 at 7:15 AM

    This dress is so fantastic and you look great in it. I've been after a dress like this since I had one in Hawaii about 30 years ago. Mine was bright fushia and orange. Happy anniversary, hope you had as wonderful a time as you look!

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