01 May 2011

May Day

Today I celebrated May Day at Old Westbury Gardens where there was sunshine, new lilacs and an exotic car show. It was really just a lucky surprise for Rich (who loves cars) that they were there. It was like watching a kid in a toy store, he was bouncing from car to car talking about horsepower, prices and model specifics. Yes, he knows this off the top of his head. Inside the gardens we had a picnic and looked for turtles and lizards hiding in a pond or under a hedge. Mostly I just futzed with my shorts because I've never worn them without tights and didn't realize they were quite so short. Despite my wardrobe malfunction, it was a pretty adorable day that I wish could go on forever.
Vintage blouse and shorts, thrifted sweater, BP shoes, Halogen purse
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  1. ChauceeMay 2, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    Ooo I really like your shorts. I'm always so terrified of wearing shorts. I haven't found a pair that look good on me. So the search continues...

    Also what a nice place to have a picnic and the food looks delicious!

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  2. JazmineKarissMay 2, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    I like your shorts and your outfit, it feels so laid back and "springy" :)
    Sounds like you had fun<3
    -Jaz
    http://www.fluffyfashioncents.blogspot.com

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  3. EmmaMay 2, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    really loving your forest green cardigan! and oooh tulips, i love them

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  4. Claire HartMay 2, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    it all looks so pretty!! what a lovely day for a picnic too!! xxx

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  5. KimMay 2, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    Your shorts look great, the length is perfect!

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  6. Vanessa, Take only MemoriesMay 2, 2011 at 4:26 AM

    I love going for picnics! And you look so pretty and happy :)

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  7. UnknownMay 2, 2011 at 4:37 AM

    Great pictures and very, very cute outfit!! xxxxx

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  8. fashion doctorMay 2, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    beautiful pics!you look gorgeous!xoxo

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  9. Jenny KingMay 2, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    I love your cardigan. It's a really pretty colour.

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  10. Emily, Ruby Slipper JourneysMay 2, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    I always feel like I'm the only one endlessly fiddly with my shorts. Mine always seem to ride up between my thighs, which is super aggravating. Luckily we have blog where we can look perfect and like we never have wardrobe malfunctions. I love that last picture!

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  11. soph // and other thingsMay 2, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    Looks like the perfect day out! Love that green cardi of yours too.

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  12. WangariMay 2, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Gorgeous and relaxed look that is lovely on you!

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  13. Chyrel GomezMay 2, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    this is such a beautiful place and love the shorts.

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  14. RaquelMay 2, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Well I think those shorts look really good on you, with or without tights! In fact all that looks great on you. And also, that deep forest green is an amazing colour, it looks like it compliments so well your complexion and hair and eyes colours!

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  15. LikeSpinningPlatesMay 2, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    aw these pictures are so pretty!! You look lovely and I adore the emerald green color of your cardigan. I think the shorts look great, but I wish that it would be cool enough to wear tights forever haha. Tights are my favorite =( Anyway, this looks like an ultra fun day and I want to have a picnic like this soon!!

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  16. ilaria ArMay 2, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Nice to meet you :)
    Great pictures !!!!

    I'll follow you :)

    ilaria*
    http://ilarchi.blogspot.com/

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  17. veronika, tick tock vintage.May 2, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    oh, how pretty! i love your picnic picture, looks delicious!

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  18. ashleynMay 2, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    What gorgeous photos of all the blooming flowers! I can't wait for all the plants to spring up here. I love the color of the cardigan, it really pops with you dark hair and the white shirt. Lovely!

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  19. PharaMay 2, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Lovely outfit, really like the green cardigan!
    I'm craving for some berries right now. :)
    X

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  20. ShybikerMay 2, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    What beautiful pictures. Yes, the weather was gorgeous yesterday, wasn't it? You look really cute.

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  21. UnknownMay 2, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    nice pictures....
    http://meryfreefashion.blogspot.com

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  22. Courtney ErinMay 2, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Love these photos - looks like such a fun day! I've also never worn my shorts without tights...it will be interesting to see how uncomfortable it makes me feel.

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

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  23. daisychainMay 2, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    perfect way to celebrate x

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  24. Diana MieczanMay 2, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Such a sweet post. I love your outfit and those shorts look amazing on you. Happy Monday
    Kisses

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  25. islabellMay 2, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    such pretty pictures. Those shorts look amazing (without the tights). Did you buy them frayed? Sounds like a wonderful day. I know my boyfriend would have been super stoked on that show. Its like he's talking latin though, i haven't a clue about cars
    x

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  26. tessMay 2, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    those are the perfect summer shorts, proving that if you get something that fits well the rest of the outfit will come together

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  27. Ana, Playground LoveMay 2, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    Every time I come to your blog and look at your pictures I am in awe of how pretty you are.
    I hope this doesn´t sound creepy or anything.
    I really like the pictures, and I get the excitement with the cars; I don´t know much about them but I love looking at them, especially if they are old models.

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  28. SarahMay 2, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    color me jealous - that looks like such a perfect day!

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  29. little luxury listMay 2, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    Love your cardigan! I've had "I had no idea this was short" mishaps before, but sometimes a cardigan really helps!

    Thanks for stopping by - Hong Kong was totally fun!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  30. callieMay 3, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Such pretty photos. I love your shoes & your shorts! Picnics are my favorite. <3

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  31. caitlinMay 3, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    aww this looks like the best day ever--i love your little spring picnic! my boyfriend is like that about cars too, which is totally weird considering he's such a nerd about history (the two don't seem related to me). i guess once a nerd, always a nerd, about everything :)

    also, you look absolutely beautiful, as always.

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  32. UnknownMay 3, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    I'm a little jealous of what looks to be the perfect day! I'm itching for a picnic with my husband but the weather hasn't cooperated fully for it to happen!

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  33. Christine YunMay 6, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    Such cute pictures! Love your high-waisted shorts and your green cardigan! Please check out my blog and follow me if you like! =)

    -Christine
    http://trendenvy.blogspot.com

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  34. Heather, 29 SkirtsMay 18, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    I just saw on Raquel of Black Sheep's blog post today that you and I came up with somewhat similar outfits recently! I love yellow and green together for spring and oxfords with shorts. You have such gorgeous photos here!

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  35. 29 SkirtsJuly 28, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    I just saw on Raquel of Black Sheep's blog post today that you and I came up with somewhat similar outfits recently! I love yellow and green together for spring and oxfords with shorts. You have such gorgeous photos here!

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  36. Mo Pie, PleaseJuly 28, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    I'm a little jealous of what looks to be the perfect day! I'm itching for a picnic with my husband but the weather hasn't cooperated fully for it to happen!

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  37. AnaJuly 28, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Every time I come to your blog and look at your pictures I am in awe of how pretty you are.
    I hope this doesn´t sound creepy or anything.
    I really like the pictures, and I get the excitement with the cars; I don´t know much about them but I love looking at them, especially if they are old models.

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  38. Diana MieczanJuly 28, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Such a sweet post. I love your outfit and those shorts look amazing on you. Happy Monday
    Kisses

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  39. Paper Heart GirlJuly 28, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Great pictures and very, very cute outfit!! xxxxx

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  40. EmmaJuly 28, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    really loving your forest green cardigan! and oooh tulips, i love them

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  41. Stolen from GrandmaJuly 28, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    it all looks so pretty!! what a lovely day for a picnic too!! xxx

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  42. veronika, tick tock vintage.July 28, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    oh, how pretty! i love your picnic picture, looks delicious!

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  43. EmmaJuly 28, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    really loving your forest green cardigan! and oooh tulips, i love them

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  44. AnaJuly 28, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    Every time I come to your blog and look at your pictures I am in awe of how pretty you are.
    I hope this doesn´t sound creepy or anything.
    I really like the pictures, and I get the excitement with the cars; I don´t know much about them but I love looking at them, especially if they are old models.

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  45. Emily, Ruby Slipper JourneysJuly 28, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    I always feel like I'm the only one endlessly fiddly with my shorts. Mine always seem to ride up between my thighs, which is super aggravating. Luckily we have blog where we can look perfect and like we never have wardrobe malfunctions. I love that last picture!

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  46. daisychainJuly 28, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    perfect way to celebrate x

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