Friday, October 19, 2012

Mixed Media Leather and Lace

Mixed Media Leather and Lace

Leather and lace are always a popular fall combination.  As much as I enjoy mixing leather and lace separates, I am loving the mixed media look of leather and lace this fall.  There is something interesting about the dichotomy of the delicate, ultra femininity of lace and the tougher, more rugged leather being combined into one garment.  Could it be that good girl/bad girl vibe?  We are seeing lace sleeves on leather tops, leather sleeves on lace shirts, lace cutouts in leatherlike leggings, half leather / half lace dresses, and lace laser cut leather...just to name a few.   Take a look at some inspiration and a few of my in store favorites... 

Inspiration...

Mulberry F/W 2012
Erdem F/W 2012
Christopher Kane F/W 2012



Kristen Bell

Ashley Greene

My Picks to Purchase...

Bailey 44 lace with leather peplum top / bloomingdales.com    ($158)

Zoë Jordan burgundy leather and lace Margaret dress    (L695)

Zara leather and lace dress   ($189)


Have you tried the leather and lace mixed media combo?  I would love to hear your feedback :)

Happy weekend!
Cathy





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84 comments:

  1. UnknownOctober 19, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    I love the mixture of leather and lace! Great inspo post. Those leggings are amazing.

    I'm now following your blog, check out mine? xx
    just-another-day1.blogspot.ca

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  2. Always MayleeOctober 19, 2012 at 12:06 PM

    I love the way leather and lace look together. It's so feminine yet edgy. By the way, those fabulous oreos.. you can find them at Target! :)

    xo, Yi-chia

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  3. Couture CarrieOctober 19, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    Amazing combo!
    Love that Zara dress!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  4. Something Delightful by Rachel TimmermanOctober 19, 2012 at 1:26 PM

    I'm loving all of the leather and lace combinations! That Zara dress is magnificent!!! :)

    -Rachel
    www.apreppystateofmind.blogspot.com

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  5. Because Shanna Said SoOctober 19, 2012 at 1:52 PM

    Still on the hunt for a cute and affordable leather skirt!!! ;) I WILL find one!! Have a great weekend!!

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  6. AnneOctober 19, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    Love the combination of leather and lace! Have a great weekend!
    ~Anne

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  7. UnknownOctober 19, 2012 at 3:07 PM

    I haven't try but after having a look of the post I will for sure, in addicted to leather and always try to combine with girly stuff never tough about lace before,love the burgundy dress, amazing choice!
    Kisses
    City-aholic.blogspot.com.es

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  8. UnknownOctober 19, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    Nice inspiration, love the first dress <3

    alternativepassionx.blogspot.com

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  9. The Marcy StopOctober 19, 2012 at 3:59 PM

    Love these pics! Haven't tried the combo, but I'd love to. That Erdem outfit is my fave
    xL

    http://themarcystop.blogspot.com/

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  10. AnnaOctober 19, 2012 at 4:08 PM

    great pictures! ^^
    check out my new post about my new room ^^
    xoxo
    Anna

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  11. AlexandraOctober 19, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    That's one thing that's so great about fall: there's so much opportunity to add visual interest via great textures and finishes!

    Alexandra xo

    tovogueorbust.com

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  12. TinaOctober 19, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    I love your blog so much! This is my first visit here but definitely not the last :) Would you like to follow each other? If you agree, pls write me on my blog and I will follow you right away . Thanks :)

    XOXO,

    Tina
    http://www.makeupaddict.sk

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  13. zazaOctober 19, 2012 at 5:20 PM

    wow I like the leather/lace leggings and now I want one :)

    <3

    http://elzanapjevic.blogspot.com/

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  14. Sara LopesOctober 19, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    I love the lace&leather peplum top! Now i want to purchase too :) Lovely blog ! I would love if we follow each other? Let me know..

    http://amulhereamoda.blogspot.pt/
    xoxo

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  15. yleniaOctober 19, 2012 at 6:38 PM

    I love this matching, it's very cool this winter! Thanks for the comment =)
    XOXO
    Ylenia

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  16. Taylor MorganOctober 19, 2012 at 7:19 PM

    I love the lace & leather!

    xoxo,
    Taylor

    TaylorMorganDesign.blogspot.com
    Gold Chain Bracelet - Free Shipping!

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  17. UnknownOctober 19, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    I love these two fabrics together. It's like opposites attract with the classy lace and rockin leather!!

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  18. ! * ♔ ♥... !*~ ღ tokkii autumn 토 끼 가 을 ღ ~*!:♡ ♔ *October 19, 2012 at 9:13 PM


    Very pretty and classy, love the look :)
    I follow you now!
    Follow me back on facebook ,twitter,and GFC
    love you dear :)

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  19. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEOctober 19, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    Love leather and lace together. Such a fabulous combo :)

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  20. Naty MicheleOctober 19, 2012 at 11:01 PM

    I love leather & lace it's such a great combo! Feminine and edgy! just came across your blog and would love it if you could take a look at mine too. let me know if you would like to follow each other!

    xo
    naty
    aloveaffairwithfashion.blogspot.com

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  21. UnknownOctober 19, 2012 at 11:29 PM

    Great picks..very edgy!

    Erin

    http://thefashionfairyblog.blogspot.com

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  22. DeidreOctober 20, 2012 at 12:44 AM

    I love your red pick! It's lovely. I've never mixed leather and lace, but some of these look so lovely.

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  23. UnknownOctober 20, 2012 at 12:49 AM

    love Leather and lace!!!kiss!|!
    Freaky Friday

    Freaky Friday Facebook Fan Page

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  24. UnknownOctober 20, 2012 at 4:06 AM

    Absolutely stunning selection, love this mix.
    Kiss, C.

    from
    THE VOGUE TELLER
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    BLOGLOVIN'

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  25. mioOctober 20, 2012 at 4:32 AM

    Zara dress is amazing except for the pirce!!! ;)
    A big kiss, THESPARKLINGCINNAMON <3

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  26. THE HF BLOGOctober 20, 2012 at 6:01 AM

    LOVED this post, really well structured!!!!
    i am following your blog now, follow back dear?
    **************
    HF

    http://the-hf-blog.blogspot.pt/

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  27. dimitriOctober 20, 2012 at 6:26 AM

    It's a very nice style. Very glamourous and classy. That Zara dress is so great.

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  28. StefaniaOctober 20, 2012 at 6:33 AM

    Great selection!I love leather and lace!
    STEPHILà CREATIONS-MYFASHIONBLOG

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  29. SamOctober 20, 2012 at 7:01 AM

    I am adoring this trend, more now after I've seen this fab runway inspirations, just need to find something in leather.

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  30. AnonymousOctober 20, 2012 at 8:56 AM

    I love the peplum top. I love posts on trends :)
    LaceyLoves

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  31. CarlaOctober 20, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    Hi Cathy! I actually really like this trend. In fact, i'm obsessed with leather tights... though i always feel like i can't pull them off! But love how they look! Hope you are having a wonderful weekend! xoxo

    www.fashionmavenmommy.com

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  32. LauraOctober 20, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    Kristen Bell looks amazing! Gorgeous dress :)

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  33. Hypnotizing FashionOctober 20, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    Great post and photos ! I like all photos !!! :)
    xoxo
    hypnotizingfashion.blogspot.com

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  34. Natasha GregsonOctober 20, 2012 at 4:47 PM

    Great pics :) I love both styles and together its great!!

    ngofficial.blogspot.co.uk

    <3

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  35. ROXTHEFOXOctober 20, 2012 at 9:49 PM

    Love the leather zara dress!

    WWW.ROXTHEFOX.COM

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  36. NaNaOctober 20, 2012 at 10:06 PM

    oh wow i can see why you love this look, it's amazing! the zara black dress is so gorgeous, and it's a little bit tough and sweet at the same time, which makes it that much more interesting =)

    love from the NANA girls xoxo

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  37. KdotorgOctober 20, 2012 at 10:49 PM

    Great post, so inspirational!
    km-iamyou.blogspot.com.au
    xx.

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  38. UnknownOctober 21, 2012 at 12:41 AM

    sexy mix of leather and lace!
    would you like to follow each other?
    A
    xx
    http://epiquemoi.blogspot.com

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  39. AnonymousOctober 21, 2012 at 2:50 AM

    love kristen bells dress the most :) probably because i love her..

    check out my blog also?
    anillla.blogspot.com

    xxx

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  40. VirginiaOctober 21, 2012 at 3:15 AM

    Me encanta esta tendencia!!! el ultimo vestido de zara es genial!!!!
    besos!

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  41. gvozdisheOctober 21, 2012 at 4:40 AM

    Hi, dear!
    I invite you to a new giveaway in my blog!
    www.gvozdishe.com
    GIVEAWAY in my blog

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  42. Megan, TfDiaries.comOctober 21, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    i've been obsessed with leather and lace since bcbg, i die
    Xo Megan

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  43. Roberto FioravantiOctober 21, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    great post!
    i hope you visit my blog
    xoxo
    R

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  44. JacyOctober 21, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    I like this chic and trendy combination as well! The lace makes the leather a little less edgy this way :)

    ~Jacy

    www.laviedelenore.blogspot.com

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  45. Bravoe RunwayOctober 21, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    I love mixed media however..the practical side of me always gets into the way. If you have a piece that has leather on it, it requires professional leather cleaning. They consider the whole piece leather which is often 15x the price of regular dry cleaning...

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  46. SamOctober 21, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    Thanks for stopping by...Have a great start to the week!

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  47. UnknownOctober 21, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    wow - fantastic dresses! leather and laces - very sophisticated choice <3
    I'm following you also via bloglovin' now. I'm 41.
    I hope you would like my blog too :)

    Greetings from Berlin

    www.clothierin.blogspot.com

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  48. Lima cheOctober 22, 2012 at 7:28 AM

    I really love this look!
    And I love your blog posts!
    Wonna follow each other Bloglovin?

    WWW.LIMASWARDROBE.COM

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  49. Citrus - Refreshing FashionOctober 22, 2012 at 12:09 PM

    that second dress is killer!

    Meghan
    citrusrefreshingfashion.blogspot.com

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  50. Diva In MeOctober 22, 2012 at 12:48 PM

    I saw something similar to what Ashley Green is wearing at DKNY earlier today too =)

    http://diva-in-me.blogspot.com

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  51. Gaby de ModacapitalOctober 22, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    I really like leather+lace... love last dress! :)
    Kiss

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  52. UnknownOctober 22, 2012 at 3:29 PM

    Two of my favourite materials together! Love them!

    www.thesequincinderella.com

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  53. Dianne ThoOctober 22, 2012 at 4:28 PM

    i love this mix. now i'm looking for a burdungy dress like the one you have posted

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  54. Diana MarksOctober 22, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    love leather and lace trend!
    Please, like my Facebook page ;)
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  55. Mi vestido de lentejuelasOctober 22, 2012 at 5:02 PM

    I love the mix!!so beautiful and chic!
    Kisses dear

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  56. UnknownOctober 22, 2012 at 6:42 PM

    Hello! Coming to you by way of Kiwi Fashion Blog! I love, love this post of leather and lace and love your pics... that Zara dress is amazing, and the leather and lace peplum is a hit of totally unexpected. Now following and I look forward to more cool posts... architecture and fashion.. yes! :)
    Whitley
    www.thequeencitystyle.com

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  57. UnknownOctober 22, 2012 at 9:51 PM

    I'm a definite lover of all things lace and mixed with leather?!?!?!? PERFECTION~


    ~Ping

    http://www.withinthesun.com/

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  58. UnknownOctober 22, 2012 at 10:08 PM

    wow I love the zara lace one! gorgeous!

    love from San Francisco,
    Britt+Whit

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  59. Paulina Mo, lilbitsofchic.comOctober 22, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    love this combo it's so chic and edgy!
    ~Pau
    www.lilbitsofchic.com

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  60. CCOctober 22, 2012 at 10:54 PM

    GREAT pieces...want them all!!

    http://platformla.blogspot.com/

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  61. IleanaOctober 23, 2012 at 12:44 AM

    Leather and lace its such a sexy combo! :D
    xoxo

    novelstyle.blogspot.com

    OH! Don' forget to check my Anna Dello Russo at H&M GIVEAWAY :).

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  62. ! * ♔ ♥... !*~ ღ tokkii autumn 토 끼 가 을 ღ ~*!:♡ ♔ *October 23, 2012 at 7:33 AM

    Very pretty and classy, love the look :)
    I follow you now!
    Follow me back on facebook ,twitter,and GFC
    love you dear :)

    Marcchanelette.blogspot.com
    Marcchanel'ette

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  63. Eimear O'Reilly StylistOctober 23, 2012 at 8:16 AM

    wow, that's fab!! love leather. i have a new post up about my big move to canada, would love to hear what you think!

    http://supposeishouldblog.blogspot.ca

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  64. Antonella LeoneOctober 23, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    love kristien bell <3<3

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  65. MONICA SORSOctober 23, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    Hi dear! I love those leather details!!
    I have just discovered your blog and I'm following you! :)
    If you have time, come to say hi and your opinion of my style blog!
    xx
    M.

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  66. Jeans and a TeacupOctober 23, 2012 at 12:13 PM

    I really like this look! Now I need to get more leather/lace in my wardrobe!
    ~Jessica
    http://jeansandateacup.blogspot.com/

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  67. UnknownOctober 23, 2012 at 12:18 PM

    this inspiration is soo interesting and beautiful!!i love leather..thank you so much for your comment dear!!!
    http://shoppingtherapy153.blogspot.gr/

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  68. KellyOctober 23, 2012 at 1:42 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous options, I love the cutout leggings!

    xx
    Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

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  69. Bella B.October 23, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    gosh, I love these materials...

    xx BBella
    justyled.blogspot.com

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  70. Molly and MacOctober 23, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    I ADORE that Zara dress....Saving now to buy it!

    Molly and MacKenzie
    www.ruffledromance.blogspot.com

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  71. Lili MaticOctober 23, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    Nice photos ;) You can also see that kind of design on leather leggings ;)

    I like it though ;)

    RUNWAY JUICE

    xoxo

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  72. Lima cheOctober 23, 2012 at 6:11 PM

    Following you back on Bloglovin!
    Thanks again ;) can't wait to see the coming posts!

    Love, Lima

    www.limaswardrobe.com

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  73. UnknownOctober 23, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    Love the leather and lace looks! The last dress (Zara) is by far my favorite!! :)

    -Kristine

    www.pugglewearsprada.blogspot.com

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  74. Minted GlamOctober 23, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    Love leather & lace together! That Zara dress is gorgeous.

    Katherine

    mintedglam.blogspot.com

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  75. Fash BoulevardOctober 24, 2012 at 3:15 AM

    This is one of my favorite trends. I love the runway looks that you shared. So chic.

    I would love for you to stop by my blog and enter my jewelry giveaway and check out my latest style column for Lauren Conrad's site!
    www.fashboulevard.blogspot.com

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  76. UnknownOctober 24, 2012 at 5:24 AM

    Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving a comment :)
    Great looks, I really like the Zara leather and lace dress
    Would you like to follow each other?
    Happy Wednesday

    www.dreamingofmanderley.blogspot.com

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  77. Joy ShanaOctober 24, 2012 at 6:09 AM

    Love lace and leather
    http://shana-style.blogspot.com

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  78. Itchy EdgyOctober 24, 2012 at 7:07 AM

    Wow awesome combination! Love love love it! I will remember this combi for my outfit post :) Thanks for your inspiration! Xx

    www.itchyedgy.com

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  79. MorgHarpNich.comOctober 24, 2012 at 8:19 AM

    leather and lace is a wonderful combination! i wish i could sew in this way! but it's hard to sew anything with leather if you have a regular machine.

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  80. CeeOctober 24, 2012 at 10:09 AM

    I absolutely love the combination of leather and lace - all of these picks are fabulous!
    xox,
    Cee

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  81. UnknownOctober 24, 2012 at 7:14 PM

    I'm in love with Zara leather and lace dress! xo!

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  82. UnknownOctober 25, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    Thank you!! Followed back :)
    Will visit soon again!
    www.simplysiyaam.com

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  83. amberbeeOctober 26, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    Love the combo! I wore something similar the other day mixing leather and lace! If you like it, follow my lifestyle & fashion blog. Let me know in the comments and i will follow back :)

    http://prettylittlethingsbyab.blogspot.com/

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  84. UnknownOctober 30, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    I want to check all the good information available here but alas! Time is very limited for this as I’m very busy in work these days. I hope to check out all the information in free time.
    womens black leather jacket

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