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Thursday, August 4, 2011

Of Sunsets at Forge

"There is nothing is more musical than a sunset."
~Claude Debussy 

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Dress: Vintage via swap with The Modest Muse/Scarf and bracelet: Vintage from Grandmother/Brooch: Gift from sister/Shoes: UO

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I do believe a sunset creates some kind of magical symphony for the eyes.  Coming back to this place- Valley Forge National Park, reminded me of my final semester in college where Albert and I used to sit in this very location and watch the sunset, coffee in hand.  It really is more beautiful here for some reason.  The vast tree lined hills along the grandeur of the open sky is the perfect palette for the setting sun to paint it's picture upon.  Anyways, it was nice to take the long way home from Philly and go back to our stomping grounds to enjoy this feeling once again.

As for the dress, it is my new favorite.  I feel all demure in it.  The very sweet Jacqueline of The Modest Muse swapped it with me along with other lovely pieces in a swap/mystery box kind of exchange which was a ton of fun.

That's all for now darlings.  I must be off to wrap things up here at my final days at work.
So long for now!

Love,
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41 comments:

  1. Something Infinitely InterestingAugust 4, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    sunset pictures are just beautiful... i love the vintage dress.. its to die for!

    xoxo
    Lisa

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  2. AnonymousAugust 4, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    That dress is adorable!!! Love the idea of the swap.

    Ana
    anacloud

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  3. Project CurveAugust 4, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    beautiful photos!

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  4. ChauceeAugust 4, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    I love how you and Albert go on these little dates : ) It's fun to see! Also when I come back we must all make a date of going into Philly. I've lived there for almost 4 years and still haven't fully explored it.

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  5. Mikelle JadeAugust 4, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    ooh I love that you took these lovely pictures in front of that door, it really compliments the dress and should probably be on a postcard or something :)

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  6. SabrinaAugust 4, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    I really love the colour of your outfit! And you look really lovely in your headband.

    Sincerely,
    Sabrina

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  7. MonsterchenAugust 4, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    i love the colour of your dress it is so bright and happy and u look so great in it!!!

    love in kiss,mary

    http://maryloucinnamon.blogspot.com/

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  8. DanielleAugust 4, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    you are so cute! i love your style!

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  9. JacquelineAugust 4, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    love love LOVE! the dress looks like it was made for you - get lots of wear out of it! Xx

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  10. Vanessa, Take only MemoriesAugust 4, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    I love this dress on you! The color is perfect! Especially with the headscarf!

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  11. Trina M CurranAugust 4, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    love the dress, and those shoes are awesome too...I want to learn to dress vintage. I think it would be great for back-to-school. :)

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  12. Elyse (Give Me Bows)August 4, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    This gorgeous ensemble all matches so perfectly, I LOVE how you've worn the head scarf, it's definitely something I am excited about trying when summer rolls around here :) It's so ladylike (and I imagine it will be handy for days where I haven't washed my hair! haha) xxx

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  13. CassidyAugust 4, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    What a gorgeous dress! And the matching shoes are just to die for.

    Also, I just released the summer 2011 edition of my new magazine Femme and I'd appreciate if you checked it out :) You can view it for free here: http://issuu.com/bisousmonamour/docs/femmesummer11

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  14. The Cat HagAugust 4, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Yay to clothes swaps! I just went over to Jacquelin's blog and she is a cutie, much like you. :)

    I loveeeeeee the way you are your scarf as a headpiece, you gotta teach me how to tie it just so. It's adorable!

    And sunsets are fantastic, I love them too. They are empowering and always remind me of the splendor we have here on earth. ♥


    xoxo,
    Addie
    The Cat Hag
    Join My Giveaway

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  15. SomeoneLikeYouAugust 4, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    Matching dress and head scarf? Oh, too beautiful and perfect! <3

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  16. Mikimoto AngelAugust 4, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Wow, very nice photos. They're classic, and I love them. You look like Katy Perry in her "Thinking of you" MV. :-)

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  17. azuAugust 5, 2011 at 1:20 AM

    The background of your pics reminds me of The Notebook for some reason. It must be the beautiful trees, lovely house, and the pretty girl in the flirty dress ;) Speaking of your dress, I really like that print on it.
    Another wonderful post!

    www.ravenhaireddoll.blogspot.com

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  18. aprileverydayAugust 5, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    I absolutely love this dress! The print and colour is just amazing!

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  19. JulAugust 5, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    That dress is adorable, looks great on you. Also, this park is a beautiful location.

    http://lifeisaromanticpoem.blogspot.com/

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  20. LoAugust 5, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    Hi there! I'm new to your blog via My Best Friend Jules! I absolutely love your style and I think that you made such a great swap! :) -Lo

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  21. GosiaAugust 5, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    These photos are so calm and peaceful, and very beautiful. The first photo looks like a poster!
    And the dress has amazing color!

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  22. SaraAugust 5, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    I adore these photos! You always take such wonderful pics, so romantic and pretty :)

    I really love the dress & the matching hairpiece, perfection!

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  23. AnonymousAugust 5, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Beautiful photos and a beautiful dress. The scarf matches it so well, good work!

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  24. LyndallAugust 6, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Such a wonderful time of day ♥

    I love the colours in your outfit, and your hairstyle with the scarf is so cute!

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  25. LyndseyAugust 6, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    I just adore this so much! You look like a little doll! And that hue is a very lovely one on you.
    <3
    lyndsey of hellolyndsey

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  26. Lexy @ QUIRKY EXPLOSIONAugust 6, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    BEAUTIFUL! The words! The outfit! JUST GORGEEOUS.

    I love sunsets. I feel like we're in such a rush-rush society -- it's always great to take an evening and just watch the sun sprout its magical colours. Very magical, indeed.

    QUIRKYEXPLOSION.blogspot.com

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  27. NicolaAugust 6, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    The light in the photos makes you look so, so beautiful. x

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  28. Rosalina S.August 6, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    You look adorable from head to toe! :D

    xoxo,
    http://rosalinaaa.blogspot.com/

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  29. AnonymousAugust 7, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    Such a pretty blue dress.

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  30. UnknownAugust 7, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    the colour of your dress is beautiful!!!

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  31. BrendaAugust 7, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    The dress is adorable, really love the headband! x

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  32. AnonymousAugust 7, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Your outfit and other such accessories got together perfectly :) Lovely <3

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  33. TriviaAugust 7, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    the last picture is very enigmatic :)

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  34. tiarenieAugust 7, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    cool red door! perfect background setting for your photos!

    Tia

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  35. Laura MullinsAugust 7, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    that last picture is BRILLiant. srsly.

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  36. SteviaAugust 8, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    the color of the dress looks perfect on you, Marisa
    aww.. watching sunset..
    seriously, reading your stories with Albert always successfully makes wishing I have a boyfriend!

    <3
    http://escapesweetest.blogspot.com/

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  37. Miss KaitAugust 8, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    So pretty!!!
    I just LOVE the colour of this dress!

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  38. tAugust 8, 2011 at 3:49 AM

    Cute look! Great colour!

    http://initialed.blogspot.com

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  39. Claudia PaolaAugust 8, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    You look so pretty with a head scarf! I love how you wore it, and it is a perfect little finishing touch to this gorgeous patterned dress. I can certainly understand why this location is a favorite for you- it's just beautiful, and in my opinion, trees always add a certain something extra special to any occasion.

    Thank you for your sweetest kindest words about my Nonna. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, too. It was so comforting to read your thoughtful comment, and it really, truly means a lot to me. You're absolutely right- we're so lucky to be able to wear and enjoy our grandmothers' things, I know it makes them very happy. <3 xxxx

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  40. Morgan JordanAugust 8, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Love the hairwrap and how you've matched from head to toe!


    www.stylocrat.blogspot.com

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  41. the girl never gets olderAugust 13, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    oh, what a lovely set, I love how you paired it all, and you look wonderful in this headscarf ✿

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