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Thank you Kate Middleton…

January 7, 2013

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Posted 09/12

{Coat: c/o Sheinside, Dress: c/o De la Hooke, Boots: Target (similar here or here), Necklace: DIY, Bow ring: Hello Fab, Chain Bracelet: Loren Hope, Charm Bracelet: Silver Acorn, Clutch: Russel + Hazel}
Thank you…Kate Middleton,
for always being the epitome of dignified dress, 
Sass meets class,
and an unending source of dress envy…
jk…but no really.
Sincerely,
Anna
P.S. You inspired today’s look.
Speaking of the English…Should we talk about Downton Abbey? Yes? Okay fantastic. Otherwise the alternative is to talk about my not so interesting recap of the post traveling weekend that involved lots of napping, eating (because I am so good at that when I am pregnant), baby snuggling, and movie watching…
Downton…you save us from our winter woes and allow us to escape into a world of Ladyship and Lords, old english accents, dramatic musical interludes, and the welcome comedic relief provided by the Dowager Countess. Words can do you no justice. Season 3 – I have waited one day too long for you.
Did you watch??

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  1. Megan says:

    congrats on the new baby!

  2. Yes- most definitely watched Downton! So excited for this season–worth staying up late for. Gorgeous outfit!

  3. That coat and dress are the perfect pair 😉

  4. Jo says:

    I watched Downton Abbey last night, so good! I can’t wait for more!

  5. I haven’t watched yet, but will be watching online tonight 🙂 and yes, Kate’s style is amazing!

  6. Love that coat!! All of their coats are really cute, so thanks for the intro! I recorded Downton Abbey, but haven’t seen seasons 1 or 2. I need a long date with Netflix soon…

  7. Laura Isaacs says:

    Such a gorgeous outfit!

  8. I’ve always loved Kate’s classic style. You look fabulous in this outfit. The color is great on you.
    I feel totally out of the loop – I’ve still never seen Downton Abbey. Maybe I need to start watching!

  9. Love it all! Where is the charm bracelet on your right hand from? Thanks!

  10. Lisa McGough says:

    Beautiful outfit! 🙂

  11. Hannah says:

    oh girl, i love love love that post! totally know what you mean! have a great week!

  12. I watched, I swooned, etc. It’s going to be an excellent season! Also, I really think we need to reinstate the wearing of tiaras to dinner parties. Can I get an amen?

  13. Alissa says:

    She really is the most amazing woman, so, so classy! I love how you took inspiration from her!

  14. Alex says:

    That coat definitely reminds me of Kate Middleton. You perfectly emulated her in this outfit 🙂

  15. Amanda says:

    I seriously cannot get enough of that coat (and the whole outfit!). And, yeah, Downton is maybe the only saving grace of winter in New England!

  16. Amanda says:

    You look absolutely stunning! Perfect combination and I love the pops of gold!

  17. christin says:

    I really can’t get into that show and it makes me feel a bit like an outcast.

  18. You look beautiful! Love this feminine looking outfit. And can you believe I have never seen Downtown Abby?!

  19. 17 Perth says:

    LOVE your outfit…beautiful! And oh Downtown Abby–I do love you too. 🙂

  20. AMY PALMER says:

    GREAT look! Love that bow ring as well!

    -Amy
    http://theblankpagesblog.blogspot.com/

  21. Angela says:

    Love the cream and white together it’s so pretty and fresh. You look amazing!
    Method Clothe

  22. You look fabby, as always! I love this look… any look inspired by Kate can do no wrong in my book! I did watch Downton last night and LOVED every minute of it… this morning I woke up almost a little sad, like I want to re-watch it and soak it up more, I haven’t been able to stop thinking about it all morning! I especially loved the black tie vs white tie debate throughout – so funny and also so intriguing to me. Such a different world Downton is.

    http://goodlifeforless.blogspot.com

  23. Anne Hill says:

    Love this look! and yesss Downton Lover 4Life 😉

  24. I definitely see the Kate inspiration! You look amazing Anna, the coat is my favorite part 🙂
    – Kelsey @ Time Stand Still

  25. Alexa says:

    Oh wow Anna love this look! I seriously need to check out Downtown Abby, have heard such amazing things!

  26. Elisse says:

    I agree with you – Kate Middleton’s style is an inspiration. And I’m sure that having parallel pregnancies with Kate, she may continue to inspire your look over the next few months!

  27. Lyann says:

    Cute English outfit! Kate’s sister, Pippa, is not a bad dress either. YES! Love Downton Abbey. I told my husband we need a butler to announce our guest when they arrive at our tiny home. HEE HEE. Have you seen Call the Midwife, also on PBS.

  28. Simply LKJ says:

    Fabulous! And yes, I am thankful for her bringing back classy!

  29. ever ours says:

    such a cute outfit. love it!

  30. Jenmarie says:

    You’re way more classy than Kate! I watched DA, but I saw it early. I sort of cheated, I’m horrible I know.

  31. LOVE that jacket, have always seen that site but never ordered anything how do you like it?

  32. you look fabulous!!! I don’t know if I can pull out a white coat!! I m unable to watch Downton on this side of the world!! (no cable and not working online) so I ll get the DVD I guess

  33. MMB says:

    Kate Middleton is nothing but perfection, or as close as you can get to it. And no, I didn’t watch Downton. Although between your recommendation and many others, I think I need to just dedicate an entire weekend to catching up!!!

    cardigansandpassports.blogspot.com

  34. Giovanna says:

    Love this look! Great coat! Congrats on the pregnancy!!

    xx
    Giovanna
    http://www.HeyLoveBlog.com

  35. Michaela says:

    Love love love this De La Hooke dress on you. I have it too– we’re twins 🙂 One of the girls was a friend of mine in college! Kate Middleton will always be my favorite.

  36. Windwane says:

    you so sassy, stylish. happy nu year,and all the best this yr

  37. What a light, cute look and very Anna 😉

    xoxo,
    Chic ‘n Cheap Living

  38. you look stunning, anna! i love the dress.

  39. Your coat is absolutely gorgeous! Being pregnant, it’s hard to find cute coats.

  40. Heidi says:

    Love love love Downton! And you look amazing, congrats again on the new baby bump! -Heidi

  41. bevy says:

    it’s a great look and I love seeing white in the winter when most people usually wear grey and black.

  42. Brynn Renné says:

    so adorable!!! you look amazing…definitely the perfect amounts of sass & class 😉 XO brynn

  43. This is such a gorgeous outfit!! Absolutely amazing!!

  44. Jessica says:

    You are totally rocking the pregnancy glow! You look stunning! I wore a dress that looks very similar yours on Christmas eve but I love how you paired the dark tights. Lovely!

  45. Ashley says:

    You look beautiful! We’re loving season 3 of Downton Abbey over here too.

  46. Natalie says:

    Oh my goodness, Anna, I LOVE everything about this 🙂 Pink, classy, and Kate Middleton…some of my favorite things!!

  47. Such a great look!!! PS. congrats on #3 🙂 The birth of our twins made 3 for us 🙂 Needless to say, we’re still adjusting to our ‘new normal’ – exciting times though for sure!

  48. Katie says:

    what a beautiful outfit! you look stunning!

  49. Amazing Anna, as you can see from my blog, I just LOVE Kate’s elegant style. That’s sort of what I wear at home. Jackets, dresses, staight skirts and anything straight, and feminine not to mention modest. The good thing about dressing like a royal is that no one even notices that you’re modest! It just looks awsome! Girls are always telling me that I dress more like a lady. But that’s my style. Oh, I also love black and white and anything with stripes!!! I love the faint pink colour of that dress!

  50. Ohh, you look so adorable, super Kate Middleton way!
    I discovered your blog while I’m looking for persons wearing that jacket because I’m confuse about the size I should order, can you tell me your thoughts about your jacket?
    Thanks a lot!!

    <3
    https://zazzish.blogspot.com/

  51. Laura says:

    Love love love Kate Middleton and anything feminine and grand looking.

  52. I found your blog via Jessia’s post and have binge reading since the beginning. I’ve been envious of your style for a a couple hundred pages and now you mention my fav to bring it over the top. I love your blog and it’s nice to see someone who shares my complexion – it sounds silly I know but it’s true 🙂

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