8.16.2012

How to Use Your Dog as an Accessory

Top: Michael Stars  I can't find any online stores carrying this, but I went to Bloomingdales and they had plenty in store.
Hello everyone! A few days ago I went shopping and bought this great, lightweight top from Michael Stars.  I'm freakishly obsessed with it because I have been searching for something like this that is not obnoxiously fragile and - voila - it appeared!  So happy, so lucky, best day ever.

The fun doesn't stop there.  Oh no, no, no.  I walked my boyfriend's dog, Annie (remember her?).  And, boy - she is the best blogging accessory ever.

Not facing the camera, yet still looking cute.  She's better at posing than I am...that's not saying alot, though.
Dogs are adorable.  Unlike cats, you can walk them and pet them with being mauled. Combine dogs and fashion blogging and BAM - you are the most unique fashion blogger ever.  If you have a baby or a blogger boyfriend, you know how being part of this fashion elite feels.  Gone are the days of awkward and alone photos - you have a dog to pose with.

Well, at least I'm not alone...
In all seriousness, I went for an early evening walk with my boyfriend and decided to show everyone my casual style (plus a Westie).  In my opinion, you don't have to look like atlantic-pacific  all of the time in order to look good.  Of course, my style may have to do with my age - I'm not a twenty-something like most of you.  If I dressed like AP, I think it would add years to my age although I would love to have her closet.

Trying to look as insufferable as possible.
I hope everyone is having a good week.  The weekend is swiftly approaching which means going to Ikea and watching Curb Your Enthusiasm.  Yeah, living the life, I know.

42 comments :

  1. Such a cute post, and I love your shirt and haircut!

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  2. Your dog is so cute and love your outfit!!!

    ang-closet365.blogspot.ca

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  3. I agree - the puppy was an adorable touch. How could you not adorable that sweet face! And I love your sweater. Super cute!

    Callie
    www.coffeeandcardigans.com

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  4. We see why you are obsessed with that top. Love it and your puppy is totally adorable!!

    Jayme & Mendi @ Her Late Night Cravings

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  5. Thanks for commenting on my blog! Love the monochromatic outfit! www.moiminnie.blogspot.com xx

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  6. thanks for the love honey, it's winter over my place in Australia and it's cold ;p
    I'm following you now :)
    A
    xx
    http://epiquemoi.blogspot.com

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  7. you're so beautiful dear :D

    want to follow each other?
    http://peureine.blogspot.com

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  8. Such a darling little puppy! And taht sweater looks perfect for the transition period from summer to fall :)

    <3 Cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

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  9. cute dog :) followed you, hope you can follow back! http://xxxloveisbeautyxxx.blogspot.ie/

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  10. you are wonderful.love the photos and that cute dog!
    wanna follow each other?yes no?
    uuuum..yeah
    cheers!

    http://fashion-babel.blogspot.com

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  11. Oui. Les photos sont superbes. J'aime beaucoup. :) Ton blog est super. :)

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  12. You have the cutest smile and dog :)

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  13. Adorable.

    Thanks for your lovely comment
    Z
    http://areweontime.blogspot.com

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  14. Hey nice blog :) can we follow each other?

    http://areyougonnabemygirl.tk/

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  15. Hi there,
    I just found your blog and im so so glad i did!

    your blog is so amazing and these photos are lovely! this is a great post!
    would you like to follow each other?i just followed you and would appreciate if you could do the same back! :)

    have a great day!
    --
    Nicole and Eli
    xoxo
    http://thegreenraybans.blogspot.com

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  16. Finding the right shirt you've been searching for is so rare, glad you found that sweater!! And your boyfriends dog is adorable :)

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  17. loving that lighweight top! and omg your dog is soo cute. seriously, when people put their pets in their pictures, it makes the picture like 10 times better, haha.

    delicatelyfierce.blogspot.com

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  18. Cute dog and I love your shorts! Thanks for following me and I just followed you back!

    FASHION CAT
    www.myfashioncat.com

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  19. cute dog! and great outfit!

    thanks for dropping by at our blog, we really appreciate it! i'm following you on google friend connect, would be great if you followed back! :)

    http://www.counttofour.com

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  20. Thanks for visiting my blog - if you like we can follow each other ? :)
    _________________________________
    http://phassionfruit.blogspot.com

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  21. Thanks for the comment, love this post! Would love to follow you. xx emileeanne
    http://eaemileeanne.blogspot.com

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  22. This is so cute! xo

    P.S. I am a fan of Bon Iver and Metronomy as well :)

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  23. Hi ally! You may not believe this but... I am your 100 follower! Haha congrats, I was really excited to be 100!
    I love your style, it fits your perfectly! And your dog is a cutie, I wish I could have one too!

    Btw, thanks so much for the nice comment on my blog. I just followed you on GFC, hope you did the same! And if you want, we can follow each other on other platforms. Just let me know if you do through a comment or a post on my facebook page and I'll definately follow you back!

    Have a lovely day,
    Pamela

    blog: www.astylevictim.blogspot.com
    bloglovin: www.bloglovin.com/en/blog/3881103
    facebook: www.facebook.com/astylevictim
    tumblr: www.runwa-y.tumblr.com
    twitter: www.twitter.com/pamela__leon

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  24. You are only 19!!!!! Your style is so mature. Even the shorts. I am a 15 year old blogger, so I understand exactly what you mean. We teenagers don't really dress like Blair or Kendi or Emily.
    I just started following. I love your blog so much. Follow me back if you like mine! It is nice to see another blogger under 20, though you are still older than I am.

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  25. i am also a dog lover like you! whats his name? hes adorable!! :)) nice blog ally. followed you! :))


    love, ace
    http://aceduchua.blogspot.com/

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  26. me encanta tu estilo y tu perrito!!
    un beso

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  27. You look so lovely. Like the Pictures and your Blog

    Would you like to follow each other?Please let me know :)

    xoxo

    http://aimeesowa.blogspot.de/

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  28. Love this look! Great blog :) Thanks for the sweet comment on mine, I'm following you now and I'd love for you to follow me back! Can't wait to see more of your posts :)

    <3 Josephine
    www.champagnestar.com

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  29. Thanks for your sweet comment in my blog!

    Love your shirt, I'm on a hunt for the perfect grey sweater :)

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  30. Girl, you are amazing.I love this blog, its great, and as I see you are to.Photos, are awesome.This blog is soo lovely <33 love your cute dooog :P
    If you want we can follow each other, and If not I wolud be very happy if you even visit my blog, cutie.
    Kissses, Marta.

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  31. What a cute pup! I've put Lucia in a few of my posts, and she sometimes is reallly into posing, or is totally over it. Haha! They're such a great accessory though, right? ;)

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  32. how cute is this dog!
    u are so cute too! I like your blog, hope you'd like to follow each other...

    xxx Ros.e.

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  33. haha! This is so cute! Your dog is so adorable! I would love for you to visit my blog sometime!!
    :)
    Allison
    A's Fashion Files
    Win a $50 Giftcard from Mont Affair!

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  34. I must agree. dogs are the best and I utterly love mine though it would be quite difficult to take outfit shots with him since he is hyper active for most of the time :P
    anyway, you and your boyfriend's doggie look like a really sweet match and your casual look is also something I like. to be honest I don't read any of those famous fashion blogs because I enjoy more unique and casual looks. the latest trends are not my cup of tea most of the time :P

    Maiken,
    Maikeni blogi - part of me

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  35. Glad to know that there are others out there who use their beloved pets as elements in their photos!
    I don't even ask my dog, Romeo, to join me... he mostly tries his best to be the center of attention :P

    Great blog! x
    Shubana
    CoeurDecors

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  36. Your boyfriend's dog is too cute, I love westies!

    I found your blog over at IFB on a thread I started, and would love it if you could check out mine at www.thepretrender.blogspot.com

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