Black Lace Flash-Back

               So this one will be a bit of planning ahead for cooler weather but I thought I would go ahead and share all of my finds (most of which I now own) with you guys.

First up- my RepliKate for Catherine's Kiki McDonough Grace white topaz earrings.  I know there have been a zillion shared already but thought for $19.99 (not including any Kohl's Cash or coupons to add) they were worth sharing.

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These silver plated CZ earrings can be purchased online here as well as in stores (where I got mine for 20% off).

Many of you chimed in when I asked which black peplum blazer that I should get.  And this jacket from Ann Taylor won.

Ann Taylor

The "Doubleweave Avens Jacket" is priced at $69.99 in store with a sale going on everyday (I got mine for $54 with tax) and online is listed at $59.99.  You can pick it up here.

The mysterious black suede clutch with it's cute little grosgrain bow has been the hardest item to RepliKate in my opinion.  Here is a cute "faux" option that won't break the bank.

Dorothy Perkins

This "Black Envelope Clutch Bag" can be scored for $28.00 at the moment here.

Next is the dress... I got mine from Dorothy Perkins a few months back and it is no longer available- but I will post pics in a round up post if you want to eBay stalk for it.

The below option is from Express- my new unlikely source for RepliKates!

Express

This "Lace Illusion Fit and Flare Dress" is $79.90 and can be purchased here or in stores.

The Duchess added an extra touch of styling with her wide suede belt.

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This belt from Nine West is suede in the front and elasticated at the back to get that perfect snug fit at your waist.  I purchased mine from Amazon.com here for $38.00.

To make the look a bit dressier and less leggy (because that was a mini-skirted dress) she added tights.

From what I can tell these are 40-Denier due to the fact that a bit of skin can still be seen but are not sheer- a lovely look in my opinion.

I love these from Pretty Polly for $15.00 for 2 pairs of tights- pick up yours here.

I did find another option for the always in use Episode "Angel" pumps but there are not widely available but I have found a few on eBay if you need them.

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These are the Nine West "Rocha" Pump in Black Suede the suede brother of my Natural Patent versions to RepliKate the Sledges.

Have you guys guessed the outfit yet?  it may not yet be time to wear these pieces but once it is time- they will look great!

Till next time- happy shopping!

Coral Color Pop and Rosy Cheeks

               Yesterday the Duchess totally stole my Easter outfit.  Almost head to toe. Unfortunately the Target coat that I have in coral is no longer available but never fear- I have what you all seek!

In her ears she was wearing her trusty Annoushka pearl drops on her Kiki McDonough hoops.

Gibbie Girl Design

I currently have several final pairs of these RepliKate earrings available in silver.  Check out my Etsy.com shop to check them out.

I am sure the piece you all love the most is the jacket.  Zara recently had a great RepliKate which is no longer available online but I saw several on eBay if you want to check on listing out here.

I found the following jacket from YesStyle.com which always offers great RepliKates.

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Here is a pair of pictures that give a better view of the detailing on the jacket.

Yes Style

I am loving the architectural detail on this coat and is a dead ringer for the Apricot color of the Duchess' coat.  Listed at $118 with a free shipping deal to the USA going on now.  If this is what you are looking for the I-DOU "Mandarin Collar Coat" can be purchased here.

I am LOVING all things nude, peach and pink this year so it is no surprise that as soon as I saw Catherine I knew exactly what pieces to RepliKate this look.  This dress from Target is great on and is the perfect color to coordinate with the apricot colored coat.

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The "Women's Modern Pleated Ponte Dress" can be purchased for $24.88 in Peach Lily from Target.com.  I wear this dress ALL the time to work and church- it is definitely worth a try.

We have a new tube clutch in a darker beige and honestly couldn't find anything I really loved stateside but this clutch may be from the UK the price and shipping are not cost restrictive so I may just go for it.

eBay

This "Retro Nude Patent Leather Evening Clutch" is $15.48 with today's conversion rate and $4.63 for shipping and can be purchased here.  Not to shabby for a pretty great looking bag if I don't say so myself.

We may be beating the "Sledge" RepliKate horse dead by now but I love this pair of shoes from Ivanka Trump.

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The "Pinkish" pump in Light Beige Patent can be purchased for $125.00 here.

I have been pretty on the fence/not loving the recent choice that Catherine had been making but today I was 100% on board. The color choices, the neckline, the blush, the hair, the hemline.  All of it. Dying.  So glad that spring is here!  What did you all think?

Till next time- happy shopping!

Tartan and Red Coats in Scotland

               I maybe forgot that I had found all of the items for the look that Catherine wore on Day 2 of her mini-trip to Scotland a few weeks ago.  It may finally warming up but I would hate to withhold items you may be looking for- so here goes.

The lovely Duchess accessorized her Armani coat with items that we have seen before.  So to not sound like a broken record here are fresh look at her accessories.

We start with her Kiki McDonough green amethyst oval drop earrings.  Another name for this stone is green Beryl or Prasiolite- this might help you in your own search if this aren't what you are looking for.

This pair of earrings below features a checkerboard rectangular cut Prasiolite stone in a diamond accent setting.

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Here is a photo to give you a better idea of the scale of the earrings.

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With an impressive 5.80 total carat weight in Prasiolite these are a substantial pair of earrings for those of you who don't love the oval shape of Catherine's earrings are want something in a silver-tone setting.

These earrings can be purchased for $59.99 from JTV.com.

Tied around her neck is a Strathearn #2 (Modern Colours) Tartan scarf that is made out of silk (but can be ordered in many items from ScotWeb.co.uk).

Scot Web

We have seen this scarf folded up several times before this was out first chance to see it in "action."

This "Artisan Hand-Woven Spun Silk Long Scarf" can be purchased for $315.00 from ScotWeb.co.uk.

She finished the look off with her as of yet unidentified black suede clutch with grosgrain ribbon bow detailing.

ClutchMeKate

The "Strathearn Clutch - Grosgrain Ribbon Bow on Black Faux Suede" includes a donation to EACH with it's purchase from ClutchMeKate's Etsy.com storefront for $120.00.

Now for the meat of the look.  I will start with my ideas on what you can wear underneath the red coat that has a similar neckline and fabric hand to what we can see in the picture.

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For those of us not actually pregnant my option is this dress from Karen Kane.

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We get the long sleeves (since we know it was cold in Scotland) the neckline and the black jersey knit fabric that I would bet money on that Catherine's dress was made out of.

The Karen Kane "3/4 Sleeve Shirred Dress" can be purchased for $69.99 from 6PM.com.

For the pregnant ladies out there Target had an excellent option.

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This Liz Lange® for Target® "Maternity Long-Sleeve Ponte Dress" in Black has the boat neck top and long sleeves you would want for the chilly air in Scotland and here at home as well. And for $17.48 from Target.com, it is a steal as well.

Finally for the red coat.  This was a hard one since the detailing on the Armani coat is so very fine but I think what I found hits the right balance between price and RepliKate-ness.

happyfamilyjudy

This coat from happyfamilyjudy on Etsy.com comes in the beautiful red shade of the Duchess' coat and even includes the single button closing.  Now there are a few extra details but the overall silhouette is strikingly similar.  As with all things Etsy it is always possible to contact the seller and see if they will make any modification that you might want tailoring this coat even closer to the Armani inspiration.

At $88.99 this coat can be yours!

Now the final pieces to the puzzle.  Tights and boots.  I prefer Pretty Polly's 100 Denier Opaques as they are quite warm and not sheer AT ALL and don't make sunny patterns when they are pulled on.

Pretty Polly

Pick up your pair in Black for $12.00 from PrettyPollyUSA.com.

The Duchess' trusty Aquatalia "Rhumba" boots were the end to this sartorial tale.  I have posted these before but below are my RepliKates. And when I say they are for wide calves- I am not playing around.  With my 17.5 inch calves these comfortably fit over skinny jeans and tights.  They are still available in select sizes at DSW.com.

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These Audrey Brooke "Wynne Wide Calf Boot" can be purchased for $79.94 from DSW.com.

I loved seeing the scarf on full display but thought wearing a red jacket in Scotland wasn't the best color choice but it seemed that nobody minded too much.

What do you think of her cold weather choice in Scotland?

Till next time- happy shopping!