**Voting is now closed (but feel free to still comment!)**
Took me hours to upload these, but it was so worth the effort. Everyone looks fantastic!! Thank you ladies SO much for participating, and thanks again to LOFT for the prizes. I am having the voting be informal, because I wanted this to be more interactive and fun, and less competitive.
I'll just start things off with an old pic of my most favorite summer dress ever. It's from the Banana Republic outlet, and fit perfect right off the rack! More pics later : )
Dress: Banana Republic Factory Store, sz 00P
Pumps: Ann Taylor Perfect Pumps in snakeskin, sz 5
Without further adieu, click "Coninue Reading" for the contest entries in alphabetical order...
Click photos to enlarge!
1. AM of Aspiring Minimalist 5'3," Field: Construction
Dress: Le Chateau size S, Cardigan: Costa Blanca size S, Shoes: Clarks size 7, Bag: Roots
2. Amanda 5'2," 120lbs, Field: PhD student
Jacket: Ann Taylor, Skirt: Banana Republic, Shirt: NY&Company, Shoes: Payless
3. Anni 4'10," Field: Museum archivist intern
4'10" Dress: JCPenny petites, Necklace: H&M, Shoes: Cinderella of Boston sz 4.5
4. Callandra - 5'1" 97 lb, Field: Accounting
Cardigan: F21 XS, Silk Blouse: Banana Republic XS, Cropped Cigarette Pants: BR 00P, Scarf: Martin&Osa, Bag; Loeffler Randall, Pumps: Nine West sz 6
5. Catherine - 5'1," Field: Medicine
Skirt: Anthropologie Odille sz 0, Shirt: HM, Belt: Michael Kors, Shoes: Ann Taylor perfect pumps, Bracelets: H&M, Necklace: Banana Republic, Purse: Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Mini
6. Elaine of Curls and Pearls, 5'1"
T op: Smart Set XS(Canadian), Vest: Mexx US size 2, Pants: BR sz 0P, Shoes: BCBGirls, Necklace: Birks
7. Elle from ElleandIsh 5'1," 100 lbs, Field of work: Engineering
Top: Club Monaco, Skirt: Forever 21, Shoes: Lanvin, Bangle: Coach
Top: Club Monaco, Skirt: Forever 21, Shoes: Lanvin, Bangle: Coach
8. Eva 5'0," 94 lbs, Field: special ed. teaching
Dress: H&M sz 2, Flats: Fendi sz 6
...so I know the rules were no "non-contest" photos and no casual wear, but Eva wrote to me and said she couldn't try on work outfits due to injuries from being attacked by one of her students. She said she loved the blog and asked to participate anyways ... how could I say no? Look at that smile : )9. Janice(#1) of Coastalpolitan, 5'2," Field: Finance
Top: Club Monaco XS, Skirt: Banana Republic 00P, Belt: Club Monaco XS, Cardigan: Nordstrom BP sz S
10. Janice(#2) of Couture and Crayons, 5'1," 110lbs, Field: mom and entrepreneur
Top: LOFT (s), Belt: LOFT (xs), Shorts: Banana Republic (Petite 00), Shoes: BR, Necklace: Target
11. Janine of A Petite Diva 4'11," 110lbs, Field: accounting
Blazer: Worthington Petite sz 2P, Tank: Target S, Skirt: Bebe sz 0, Shoes: Aldo Stalcup sz 36
12. Jessica 5'3," 95lbs, Field: Accounting
Blouse: J.Crew Annalise 0P (sides taken in), Belt: J.Crew satin skinny XS, Necklaces: J.Crew, Skirt: Banana Republic 00p (sides taken in), Shoes: Banana Republic Jackie pump
13. Jessy from Little Dust Princess Field: tutor
Bow T: F21 sz S, Harem pants: Charlotte Russe XS, Studded Heels: Zara, Purse: Holt Renfrew
14. Keshia, 4'11," Field: Accounting
15. Khatu of I am Khatu Field: Finance
American Apparel Trousers(XS), Arden B Shirt(XS), Burberry Shoes (35), Ralph Lauren Belt(XS)
16. Love n Salt 5'2," 103lbs, Field: Accounting
Jacket: Express XS, Top: Ann Taylor XSP, Skirt: Banana Republic 00P, Heels: Steve Madden sz 6
Jacket: Express XS, Top: Ann Taylor XSP, Skirt: Banana Republic 00P, Heels: Steve Madden sz 6
17. LovesCardigans 5'1, 90 lbs, Field: Medicine (but no lab jackets required!)
Jacket: Juicy Couture sz petite, Blouse: Theory sz petite, Skirt: Phillip Lim sz 2 Shoes: Ports sz 5 & Loeffler Randall sz 5.5, Bag: LV Speedy 30
18. Petite Little Girl 5'2," 97lbs, Field: IT
Pencil Skirt: Bebe sz 0, Blouse: H&M sz 2, Cami: F21 S
19. PetiteXXS 5'0," 80lbs, Field: medical
Dress: LOFT in XXSP, Cardigan: American Eagle in XXS, Shoes: BR Jacky Platform Pump in 5.5
20. Ping from All About Fashion Stuff 5'2," 95lbs
Top: H&M sz XS, Skirt sz XS (from a local boutique), Pumps: Jessica Simpson sz 5.5, Cardi: Zara XS
21. ReallyPetite 5'0" 90lbs, Field: entrepreneur
Blazer: H&M sz 2, Shell: Banana Republic PXXS, Skirt: Bebe sz 00, Shoes: Tory Burch Angela sz 5
22. Sahara from Mix and Match by Sahara, 5'4," Field: Tech
Skirt: Banana Republic Factory sz 0, Shoes: Michael Kors
23. StylePint from Pint-Size Musings, 5'1," 30-24-33
Top: Madewell sz XS, Skirt: DIY silk bubble skirt, Cardigan: Artizia XXS, Shoes: Aldo, Belt: Urban Outfitters S, Necklace/Earrings: Forever 21
24. Thifa of Student Kitchen, 5'1"
Skirt: H&M, Blouse: H&M
25. Vana 5'0," 105lbs, Field: Legal non-profit
Long Cardi: New York & Co., Eyelet dress: Urban Outfitters pins & needles, Pumps: Nine West
26. Vicky of VickysDailyFashion Field: Tech/Engineering
Top: F21 szS, Skirt: BR sz 00P, Jewelry: Swarovski & Express, Heels: Kenneth Cole sz 6, Bag: Coach
27. Yvonne from SimplyYvonne Field: Graphic Design
Blouse: Dillards, Skirt: NY & Co, Shoes: Madden Girl
And...that's it (please, please let me know if I left someone or something out)! I hope you guys show these ladies your support, even if you're one of the participants yourself.
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