In the Courtyard: A Story in Soft Pink & Woolen Grey

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This winter has been cuh-razy! For the last few weeks we have had days in the 30s followed by a day in the 50s followed by days completely in between and yet never in a steady progression. Fortunately, I was able to visit the University recently and have the chance to experience winter on campus again. And how magical it is! I love the sight of the old buildings towering over dusted courtyards and the sound of the bells pealing as students shuffle to their next classes. The area pictured above is one of my favorites, though I never spent much time there as a student.

As for my outfit, I chose some go-to winter pieces for this visit: light pink snow boots for a more stylish hoofing through the snow, a beret for added class, and the ever-popular plaid scarf. One motivation for getting me through these cold, dark days? Finding outerwear that I can be excited to go out in! Shop my look below. <3

What do you enjoy about winter?

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Beret: Poshmark  | Scarf: Charlotte Russe | Coat: Zulily  | Pink Boots: Gifted

xoxo,

Sara

Little Pink Riding Hood

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Winter has definitely hit full force! We have been having temps below 0 here and on a couple of occasions my area of Illinois had colder weather than Alaska! All I have been wanting to do since December arrived was build a snowman, but at the rate we're going I would be a snowman myself before I even rolled out the first snowball! So all I'm asking, dear winter, is that I can have one nice snow day to create something nice for you. Please. Me and my toasty black boots will be sitting inside waiting for that day. :)

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White Sweater: Thrifted | Denim Skirt: Loft | Fur-lined Boots: Rue 21 | Blanket Scarf: Charlotte Russe (now on sale for $5) 

xoxo,

Sara

A Bright and Shiny New Year

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I hope you all had a bright and happy new year!

 

Every year, I try to focus the patterns or textures OTD onto something sparkly, glittery, shiny, you name it. I settled on this dress and bejeweled collar for 2018. Why? I love the chic fit of the torso and the depth of the neckline made fitting a collared top underneath quite easy. Matched with sleek black heels at the foot, this outfit was an eye-catching start to the new year!

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Jeweled-Collar Top: Thrifted | Bodycon Sparkle Dress: Rainbow | Little Black Heels: Christian Siriano for Payless

xoxo,

Sara

2017 in Review!

Bonjour!

It has been one busy year! Within the confines of 2017, the blog has undergone a new look and new name, changing from its former Cover It Girl title to The Darling Petite in hopes of better representing style from the petite perspective. As the header says, "Though she be but little, she is FIERCE!" :D

Despite these changes, the reach of The Darling Petite covers the same bases as before- style and fashion being number one. Read on to see the top outfits of the year.


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It was a cold start to the year, but January and March also had enough share of warmer days to get dressed up and head out.

What I Wore in January:

http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/01/dreamland.html

What I Wore on St. Patrick's Day:

http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/03/shamrock-shenanigans.html

What I Wore in St. Louis:

http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/04/st-louis-in-2-days-arch-city-museum.html

February was a favorite month of mine because it allowed me to highlight my wardrobe's preferred color: pink!

What I Wore in February: 

http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/02/february-ootds.html

 And no capsule wardrobe to a tropical paradise is complete without nautical staples! Stripes and straw accents were a must with these three OOTDs.

What I Wore in Florida: 

#1

http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/08/by-canal-story-in-stripes.html

#2

http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/09/at-beach-relaxing-in-true-nautical.html

#3 

http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/09/port-roma-docking-in-italian-inspired.html


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No year is complete without a trip away! 2017 brought The Darling Petite to museums and gardens in a major metropolitan port city as well as to the beaches and charming canals of Florida.

Where I Went in St. Louis:

http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/04/st-louis-in-2-days-arch-city-museum.html

Where I Went in Florida:

 http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/09/at-beach-relaxing-in-true-nautical.html

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Creativity (and sugar) was flowing from the start when holidays in February and March came along!

What I Made for Valentine's Day:

#1 http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/02/sweet-and-spicy-scentsy-valentines.html

#2  http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/02/valentines-day-mini-tea-party.html

What I Made for St. Patrick's Day:

http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/03/shamrock-shenanigans.html

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Another year, another opportunity! The Darling Petite reviewed major event planner Eventbrite's Tampa Bay comic con, as well as a new start-up craze for sweet-toothed subscribers.

What I Tried (to do): 

http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/07/how-to-be-comic-con-ner.html

What I Tried (to eat): 

http://thedarlingpetite.blogspot.com/2017/10/the-darling-review-universal-yums-boxes.html


You can also follow me on Instagram @petite_est_belle for daily style, food, travel, and more!

As always, thanks for following! I am excited to begin a new year of blogging and hope to keep The Darling Petite at the top of its game. It would be my pleasure to have you all as readers in 2018 and to share many more moments and much more style inspo in the future!


xoxo,
Sara

Port Roma: Docking in Italian-Inspired Accents

Bonjour!

Happy first day of Fall!

Even though we are now in a new season, I felt compelled to share my favorite outfit of the summer. All of the pieces were second-hand gold mines that I stumbled across either online or in-store, and I cannot get enough of the straw cat bag even though it could be considered out-of-season now. This is one of those moments that I wish I lived in a tropical area so that I could get away with more summer-y items!

P.S. You may have noticed in the second picture that I have a scar peeking out from my top- this is a result of scoliosis surgery almost ten years ago. People who have had the same operation have told me that they are embarrassed by it and always try to hide it when possible. I say girl, rock your scars! They are what make you beautifully unique, and, if nothing else, are a point of conversation with people. It cracks me up when kids spot it and ask (no doubt with concerned looks on their faces) "What happened to your back?!"

Don't forget to be-you-tiful. <3
 

Top/ Pinstripe Skirt/ Straw Hat: Thrifted  | Gladiator Sandals/Straw Cat Bag: Poshmark 

xoxo,

Sara

At the Beach: Relaxing in True Nautical Fashion

Bonjour!

Happy Labor Day! Even though the school year started just two weeks ago, I'm already clinging to this day off to relax and recuperate! And since Labor Day is a celebrated American holiday, a red/white/blue combo was a must for the day's festivities.

Looking forward to another day at the beach!


Red and White Striped Blouse: Ralph Lauren | Denim Dress: The Rose Nest | Nautical Headwrap: Thrifted


xoxo,

Sara