Monday, December 13, 2010

goodbye ruby tuesday

Lately I've been:
  • studying for my final exam en français
  • finishing "Just Kids" by Patti Smith. It's probably one of the best memoirs I've ever read. I highly, highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in the early 70's scene in NYC. It's so inspiring to follow her journey with Robert Mapplethrope, and absolutely heartbreaking towards the end. It's a beautiful elegy to the true ground-breaking genius that he was
  • emailing back and forth with my love miss Frassy. Check out the new ad on my sidebar for her blog and amazing vintage shop Frassy Rags!
  • kind of changing up my look. I'm not sure if I've caught the Alexa Chung bug or if I've been listening to too much France Gall, but something about looking a little more girly and put together is really appealing right now. Give me princess cut coats, pleated skirts, peter pan collars and anything velvet and mini. I tend to dress a little more ladylike when I'm in Palm Beach, and since I'll be heading there again in just a few weeks, maybe the trend is just starting early.
  • going to afternoon tea with my Mum, at the same tea room we've been going to ever since I was a toddler. It's in a restored house built in 1885, and it serves the best scones as cream tea.



Wearing: NastyGal Vintage "Alexa" dress, vintage Dooney & Bourke purse and vintage Ferragamo oxfords
x E
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  1. LaineyDecember 13, 2010 at 9:42 PM

    Whatever style you're doing, it always ends up working, and I always end up loving it. That dress is very "Alexa". But I love that you put your own spin to it.

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  2. Bijou's StyleDecember 13, 2010 at 9:53 PM

    such a cute outfit!

    xx

    www.bijousstyle.com

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  3. Lisa TustinDecember 13, 2010 at 9:57 PM

    You are too cute!

    xx,
    Lisa
    prettyinplatforms.blogspot.com

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  4. JessicaDecember 13, 2010 at 9:59 PM

    I thought that dress was from Nasty Gal and yep I was right. Love it on you and that nail color is so pretty. I need a pink polish like that.

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  5. DebbyDecember 13, 2010 at 10:01 PM

    You look amazing! Gosh, I'm soo jealous!
    xoxo Debby

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  6. AnonymousDecember 13, 2010 at 10:13 PM

    I'm finishing up Just Kids too and I've been fully distracted from my final projects. I'm so glad you mentioned it because EVERYONE NEEDS TO READ THIS BOOK. I also find it eery and serendipitous when I'm on the same wave length as the people on my blog roll, ccrraazzyy.

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  7. LarissaDecember 13, 2010 at 10:21 PM

    love the dress and the bag! you're looking stunning!
    good luck on french exam :)
    x
    thatgirlfromhk.blogspot.com

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  8. Michelle ElaineDecember 13, 2010 at 10:26 PM

    i think you pull of the alexa chung look better than alexa herself!

    KeepItFvncy,
    M.E.

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  9. CassDecember 13, 2010 at 10:26 PM

    I love the look! And the channeling of Alexa Chung, definitely works for you! Good luck on your exams!

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  10. Dylana SuarezDecember 13, 2010 at 10:40 PM

    The dress is gorgeous! You are gorgeous!

    And I really want to read that memoir you mentioned!

    xoxo,

    colormenana.blogspot.com

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  11. Natalie SuarezDecember 13, 2010 at 11:19 PM

    LOVE that dress! i want it! hehe u look so gorgeous! :)

    natalieoffduty.blogspot.com

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  12. Stolen from GrandmaDecember 13, 2010 at 11:35 PM

    stunningly beautiful! xxx

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  13. JessicaDecember 13, 2010 at 11:42 PM

    adore this lady-like look so much!
    it is fun to have such amazing activities like youre doing.
    and....your nails look so adorably cute!

    http://eclecticraccoon.blogspot.com/

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  14. AnnikaDecember 14, 2010 at 12:07 AM

    i love the detailing of this dress! so adorable :)

    http://escapetotoyland.blogspot.com/

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  15. HelenDecember 14, 2010 at 12:30 AM

    what a classic look! loving all your jewellery dear!

    helen xxxx

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  16. MELISSA Z.December 14, 2010 at 12:31 AM

    adorable dress! Love your hair and your nailpolish!

    www.abitoffashion.com

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  17. fashion nightmareDecember 14, 2010 at 1:07 AM

    wow. i love your dress ! so cute ! :)

    xx,
    *www.like-a-good-old-fashion-nightmare.blogspot.com


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  18. bravegrrlDecember 14, 2010 at 1:08 AM

    love the dress! you look so lovely!

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  19. michelle_December 14, 2010 at 1:46 AM

    whatever you wear, you always look gorgeous elizabeth !
    i love the alexa dress :)

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  20. ediotDecember 14, 2010 at 1:57 AM

    that dress is so cute. and those are some great shots. love your hair. i need to curl mine more often too.
    have a wonderful week

    x

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  21. fashion clockedDecember 14, 2010 at 2:19 AM

    you hair the gorgeous dress= suits you perfectly! How cool is Frassy and her shop with the crazy round glasses! I just discovered her recently what a beauty!Always love you posts so beautiful!xxKatie.x

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  22. DaisyDecember 14, 2010 at 2:37 AM

    You look lovely ! Good luck with your exams!

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  23. LunaDecember 14, 2010 at 3:44 AM

    I love your dress and your rings!! nice outfit! Lovely

    xoxo
    Luna
    http://pinkrockandfashion.blogspot.com/

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  24. AliceDecember 14, 2010 at 3:54 AM

    great nail polish and rings :)

    europevintage.blogspot.com

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  25. AnonymousDecember 14, 2010 at 3:59 AM

    Your dress is so cute,I ♥ it!
    XoXo

    Cherrie ♥
    http://trouble-lover.blogspot.com/
    http://cherriepower.blogspot.com/

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  26. NLRDecember 14, 2010 at 4:48 AM

    Beautiful pictures. I love your outfit :-)

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  27. DarlingVDecember 14, 2010 at 4:49 AM

    You are so pretty. You remind me of a blond Nina Dobrev.

    I love that chunky silver ring on your right hand <3

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  28. Nita -KaroliinaDecember 14, 2010 at 5:00 AM

    Thats a really cute dress!

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  29. Miss MollyDecember 14, 2010 at 5:13 AM

    you look lovely and your hair.. amazing!

    xoxo

    missmollyfashions.blogspot.com

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  30. Viky Vik.December 14, 2010 at 5:20 AM

    I like what you wear :)
    It's so beautiful :)

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  31. annawithloveDecember 14, 2010 at 5:41 AM

    I adore this entire outfit...right down the to the nail polish ;) beautiful! xo

    http://www.annawithlove.com

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  32. renatahDecember 14, 2010 at 5:45 AM

    Okay, this is a really random comment but I realized how much you look like Nina Dobrev. I know it sounds crazy, but look at her face properly! The same face expressions and everything.

    http://fightingoverme.com/gallery/data/3321/nina-dobrev_net-photoshoot-1-005.jpg

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  33. PUNKIEDecember 14, 2010 at 5:52 AM

    this dress is pure perfection!

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  34. julka schmidtjevDecember 14, 2010 at 6:37 AM

    vey beautiful:)

    where are you from??

    your curls, are they real??
    they are sooo beautiful:)

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  35. ThE fAsHiOn WoRsHiPeRDecember 14, 2010 at 6:37 AM

    That dress is perfect for you, this girly look suits you well :)

    XoXO-Kelli K
    http://thefashionworshiper.blogspot.com

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  36. M*December 14, 2010 at 6:42 AM

    awwww cute outfit!

    I LOVE your nailpolish? What brand is it? And how's the color called?
    love, m*

    ps: check out my blog: http://sockersoetxo.blogspot.com/

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  37. Closet FashionistaDecember 14, 2010 at 6:51 AM

    LOVE the outfit!!! Sounds like you've been a busy girl!
    http://aclosetfashionista.blogspot.com/

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  38. mac and macDecember 14, 2010 at 7:10 AM

    super darling, am looking forward to checking out Frassy Rags!

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  39. LillyDecember 14, 2010 at 7:53 AM

    Love your blog so much ;)
    Whats the nail polish you are wearing?

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  40. TwinsDecember 14, 2010 at 8:04 AM

    I like your "new style""!! this dress is really nice and perfect on you!!!

    Bonne chance pour ton examen!!!
    Bisous du Sud de la France (Monaco)

    www.addict-to-twins.blogspot.com

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  41. Laysa in the sky with diamonds.December 14, 2010 at 8:08 AM

    I lovelovelove your hair. you look great :)

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  42. AnonymousDecember 14, 2010 at 8:31 AM

    your hair is SO nice!

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  43. Golden Girl OliveDecember 14, 2010 at 9:00 AM

    A tea room?! How adorable! Have you ever read Faithfull, by Marianna Faithfull or I'm with the Band by Pamela des Barres? Both great for 60s/70s insights into the world of rock n roll through women.

    Olive

    www.VisforOlive.blogspot.com

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  44. creme powder ♥December 14, 2010 at 11:05 AM

    cute, so pretty <3

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  45. AnnikaDecember 14, 2010 at 11:21 AM

    your are so beautiful!
    Love the dress :)

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  46. vogueishDecember 14, 2010 at 12:27 PM

    love your dress...!!!!

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  47. Audrey LeightonDecember 14, 2010 at 12:37 PM

    SO strange, I just bought Patti Smith's memoir yesterday at an american bookshop here in Paris! Great Minds missy!

    Love the dress...sooo pretty and aww you so sweet for the shoutout. I'll echo back in my next post. much love x x x

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  48. kykiDecember 14, 2010 at 12:42 PM

    Wow, you're gorgeous. Your eyes look so bright and peppy! Cute dress.

    - kyki xx

    BLESSEDWITHGOODJEANS.BLOGSPOT.COM

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  49. AnonymousDecember 14, 2010 at 2:35 PM

    oh, i like your hair so much! <3

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  50. EtteDecember 14, 2010 at 2:49 PM

    That dress with the peter pan neckline and lace is simply BEAUTIFUL! loving the vintage, tea, and 70s vibe.

    Peace & love
    OXO, ETTE

    www.thriftedkarma.com

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  51. Jamily PassarelliDecember 14, 2010 at 3:05 PM

    Lovely as always Vic!

    Xoxo.
    www.hellocoffeelovers.blogspot.com

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  52. naomiDecember 14, 2010 at 5:54 PM

    great outfit, great hair, great photos, great blog.

    finally hatachi

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  53. HEY MCFLY.December 14, 2010 at 7:12 PM

    hi! your blog is amazing
    im a new follower
    xoxo

    www.hey-mcfly.com

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  54. AnonymousDecember 15, 2010 at 8:40 AM

    Love that song so much I wish I was called Ruby!

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  55. sssDecember 15, 2010 at 11:44 AM

    amazing dress!

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  56. DaniellaDecember 15, 2010 at 3:17 PM

    ahhh this dress is perfect!!! xx

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  57. ZoëDecember 15, 2010 at 4:04 PM

    YOU are beautiful.
    and such a proper tea drinkin' lady.
    gah! love the dress!
    see you soon i hope.
    xoxo
    zoë

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  58. diana kangDecember 15, 2010 at 4:33 PM

    love this little dress! you are such a beauty and amaizng hair

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  59. ♥ myrrh goldframe ♥December 16, 2010 at 5:10 AM

    lovely as you. the dress is stunning.

    Myrrh Goldframe

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  60. Anna-MarieDecember 16, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    Schöner Blog =) http://www.lightningpersonality.blogspot.com/

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  61. GracinhaDecember 16, 2010 at 5:56 PM

    Love the style!

    **

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  62. RX-SZDecember 17, 2010 at 2:13 PM

    Is this the tea house you mention? It looks lovely!

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  63. Audrey RFlamandDecember 17, 2010 at 3:24 PM

    I want your nails painting soooo bad! it's gorgeous! and what about your ring! I love it very much. <3

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  64. MAGDArlingDecember 18, 2010 at 2:57 PM

    gorgeous outfit! u look beautiful:)

    www.magdarling.blogspot.com

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  65. AnonymousDecember 18, 2010 at 4:48 PM

    dear e,
    where is this tea house located?

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  66. Our YouthDecember 18, 2010 at 7:15 PM

    amazing x

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  67. Funmi wittleDecember 19, 2010 at 9:05 AM

    love the dress,
    and YOUR HAIR..is beautiful.

    xx

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  68. AnonymousDecember 19, 2010 at 4:46 PM

    I love your tights!

    http://shapesandsomersaults.blogspot.com/

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  69. www.iwannabeafashionista.blogspot.comDecember 19, 2010 at 4:57 PM

    So cute!
    Good luck for your exam!

    ***
    sofia

    www.iwannabeafashionista.blogspot.com

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  70. JessieDecember 19, 2010 at 7:38 PM

    Great outfit! I love the bag and the shoes!

    xx
    Jessie
    http://87life.blogspot.com

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  71. AnonymousDecember 20, 2010 at 8:56 AM

    love this look with the cup of tea, its just too cute!

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  72. Lianna JDecember 20, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    adorable bag!

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  73. merci beaucoupDecember 20, 2010 at 1:08 PM

    so cute!

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  74. Ana Paula RibeiroDecember 20, 2010 at 3:56 PM

    You are too cute!!!

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  75. JessicaDecember 21, 2010 at 9:54 AM

    You look darling!

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  76. BezegaDecember 21, 2010 at 12:32 PM

    you have absolutely perfekt hair !! :)

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  77. Pervesely PerfectDecember 23, 2010 at 11:50 PM

    Amazing photos. Beautiful as always darling!

    Emma//

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  78. josephineDecember 24, 2010 at 3:06 PM

    love the bag (and love the header!)

    Josephine

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  79. stacey.robertsDecember 26, 2010 at 4:26 PM

    Love love love! Stunning photos and great style. I listed you as my favourite blog for December on my website so keep up the great work!

    xo Stacey @ VPV
    www.shopvpv.com

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  80. JuliaDecember 30, 2010 at 12:33 PM

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  81. JuliaDecember 30, 2010 at 12:42 PM

    Absolutely looove it! Real 60's girl! ^^

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  82. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    wow i love your blog!

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