While on vacay recently, my very limited Internet access allowed me a brief glimpse of a blog post that had me singularly obsessed with something I recently said I found to be too “juvenile” for my tastes. After I spotted this fab bloggerista sporting a very Nouvelle Vague shade with some decidedly grown-up (and epic) ensembles, I had to revise my opinion. She rocked it; I loved the look and decided I needed that shade, pronto. I drove myself crazy looking for it in Charleston, SC drugstores, to no avail. But on my first day back, I Ulta’ed, I polished, and I photographed, in true blogger fashion.
Since I inserted my foot in my mouth with my juvenile comment, let the record show that the accompanying footwear would be these newly scooped wedges (thank you Saks closeout sale, you made my weekend). But I have said in the past that I like to make and break my very own rules, so forewarned is fair warned. I’m loving my Tiffany blue tips with these chunky wedges and a dress someone once called my Gothic Barbie look.
*WVW=What V Wore
Jovovich-Hawk for Target dress, Banana Republic necklace, Michael Kors wedges, Orly Gumdrop polish.
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I have that very same nail polish and recently tried it the first time and I loved it just as much! Too bad it didn’t last that long on my nails because it was rather goopy in texture, very thick and hence easily to drag from the nails
I might have to try it a second time though and see if it happens again.
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@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Irina, mine went on OK…but it did tend toward the thick side. Maybe you got an old bottle?
Also: the necklace and shoes are amazing!
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@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Thank you so much!
I absolutely love your necklace. Great outfit!SarahD:)
@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Thank you Sarah, and thanks for stopping by!
this necklace is just fab!!!
xoxo from rome
K.
http://kcomekarolina.blogspot.com/
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@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Thank you sweetie! And I think your 7/7/10 post is just fab too!
@abritgreek
July 7, 2010
So lovin’ the wedges… have the same nail colour too, til just now. I’ve just painted the miracle in a bottle solution now and am donning hot pink grapefruit!!! Refer to email.
x.o.x.o
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@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Apparently lots of ladies were/are sporting this uber-hot shade! Got your email and I’m so elated the package made it to you. Start every fresh mani with that base coat and you’ll be sporting ten perfect tips in no time!
You look gorgeous!! I am currently wearing the same nail varnish <3
xo Lynzy
http://fromskirtstoskillets.blogspot.com
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@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Great minds think alike, right? Good luck on that half-marathon too. Mad props to you on that one, hon!
i LOVE the pictures!! You look stunning!
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@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Thank you Princess! I’m following you on Bloglovin’ now…I want to see you get to Cali!
OOOHHHH LA LA, what’s NOT to love? in my book, V can do no wrong, LOVE LOVE LOVE, fabulous, xoxo
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@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Haaaaa! Thanks Jemina. Glad I’ve got that in writing: V can do no wrong. I’ll tell hubby.
A gothic barbie…that’s fantastic. And that necklace is fabulous! I love it!
@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Thank you Melissa! I am so flattered!
@stilettostetico
July 7, 2010
Mmh AND I have to say that I really like the way this as subtly matching as slightly contrasting blue polish Here strongly tend to instil a (Mischievous) twist of “Flashy GLAM” on your “Vintage-iliciousesque” outfit Dear !!!
à Bientôt, Antoine
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@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Merci Antoine! Thank you for stopping by.
I’m so glad that you decided to break one of your nail polish rules. The colour looks great and is so fresh for the summer. I’m a nail polish junkie as well and I struggle with putting lighter blues and greens on my nails. I dabbled in jade for about a week before opting for a safer midnight blue that is basically black ha ha I love your wedges and the necklace is gorgeous. It’s a true statement piece and I love that it ties at the back with a ribbon. Definitely adding a few more to my inspirations!! xx
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@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Thanks Brooke…I agree it is a fresh color for summer. And thanks about the necklace! I love this piece, and it’s nice to know others like it too!
@leia12
July 7, 2010
I love your dress, your nailpolish, your shoes, and your necklace! It’s all lovely!
That Bloglovin widget looks cool. It would be great if it told you who followed you! (I follow you via Bloglovin btw!)
@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Thank you Leia…following you right back!
@leia12
July 8, 2010
Thanks V
My site designer did add a Bloglovin’ widget, but I don’t think anyone can tell, LOL. It’s a little heart in the top-left c orner. I think it looks pretty but perhaps it’s not doing the job if no one know what on earth it is! Haha.
Hope you’re having a great Thursday. It’s almost the weekend, yay!
@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Gotcha now…thanks!
@missneira
July 7, 2010
Love the lace..and I love the wedges.. oo and the necklace! just perfect!
@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Thank you Miss Neira!!! And thanks for stopping by!
That BR necklace is stunning. What a wonderful way to kick up a little black dress even a few more notches. Love it. You look beautiful. =)
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@2556 S Sierra Madre
July 7, 2010
The gothic barbie look is one of my personal favorites!
@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Lang…thank you. You are a mystery to me! My only commenter with no site. Thank you for continuing to visit and comment.
“goth barbie” … so funny.
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@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Yeah, isn’t it?!
Gothic Barbie is right! I love that necklace. It’s amazing. You look stunning.
@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Thanks Beth! That’s so kind of you to say that.
Gothic barbie – too cute. That nail polish looks great on you!
XO Piper
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@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Piper, thank you honey!
Love these shots! beautiful nail polish and the necklace is amazing!
xo
@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Thank you so very much, Lucia!
that nail colour is BEAUTIFUL! love the blog! http://improcrastinate.blogspot.com
@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Eleanor, the “About me” section of your blog cracked me up! Following you on Twitter. Hope you’ll keep us all posted about your fabulous travel experiences! Thank you for your comment and compliment!
Hi V.
There is a photo on Garance’s blog of a woman in black running. I loved it so much I saved the photo. Your photo has that same feeling. There is something…dangerous about wearing black in the summer. Great job, as usually.
@gritandglamour
July 7, 2010
Now if THAT ain’t the mother of all compliments, I don’t know what is! Thanks B. You’re a doll.
HEY!
Loving’ the nail polish AND that necklace is gorgeous. This really makes me want to go into my favorite stores; Charolette Russe, Bebe’s or the Thrift shop and just BUY UP JEWERLY galore!!
Also, I emailed you RE: Your blog interview…. I just hope I sent it to the right email address…ha. I think I did tho
Have a cool evening 
@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Thank you Tuesdai, for the compliments and the feature! Love it!
Fun color for your polish. You look lovel,y I especially like the necklace. wishing you happiness, Katherine
@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Thank you so much Katherine. I appreciate the visit and your comment!
That necklace has to be the most amazing piece of jewelry ever…seriously…I am loving it so much!…also it goes superbly with your nail varnish! This is a fab look!
@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Aw, you’re a doll! Thank you for the kind words and for always coming back to G&G.
Wow that nail polish rocks, such a gorgeous colour, I can totally see why you went out of your way to get it!
The necklace is pure perfection!
Gothic barbie maybe but an ultra chic verison
xo
@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Ha! Thank you my dear! And thanks for popping by!
You look fantastic!! I adore the dress and the wedges, and that shade of nail polish is absolutely gorgeous. I’ve been obsessed with jade-colored nails ever since Chanel’s fall 2009 show (http://ledefile.wordpress.com/2009/09/28/it’s-easy-being-green-chanel-sends-green-tips-down-the-runway/)….so fabulous!! Love your necklace too, by the way.
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@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Thank you so much Halie! Yes, Jade and then Nouvelle Vague certainly turned the fashion world inside out, didn’t they? I have loved these shades on other ladies, but for some reason until last weekend, they didn’t feel right for me. But I’m loving all the knockoff shades now since Chanel is totally sold out!
You look very sexy in your black dress,and i like the colour of your nail polish!
@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Aw, thank you sugar. Your comment is the most important of them all! Finally, you’ve admitted that you’re perving on me in your free time. You made my night!
I LOVE the lace and the nail polish!! Ive have a strange obsession with lace lately and u work it perfectly!!
xoxo
@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Thank you Monique! And thanks again for the award. I’m preparing a post to acknowledge it very soon!
The neckalce and wedges are too lovely- and you are too but you know that!!
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@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Ha!!!! Thank you hon. You’re such a sweetie. Thanks for stopping by.
Hey V!
I am loving this look!!! And I want that bib necklace!!!!!
~luv Ronnie
VJDesarden
@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Hi Ronnie! Thank you doll! I still can’t believe I found that necklace at BR. Wonders never cease, huh?
Thanks for your comment!
@leeoliveira82
July 8, 2010
You have one of the best styles in this world of fashion blog.
Love the necklace..
Everything is gorgeous..
LOx
@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Aw, thank you so much Lee. I really appreciate that because you are obviously someone with a discerning eye. Popping over to your blog now to read your latest post.
Love this! Esp. with the nail color!
@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Hello Mr Jeffery, and thank you so very much!
@kristyelena
July 8, 2010
i’ve been trying to find that shade of nail polish in milan w/ no luck!
love this ensemble btw. that necklace is all sorts of fabulous. hypeed!
@gritandglamour
July 8, 2010
Thanks sugar! I’m loving your latest post…about to drop some love on your blog too.
Want me to send you the polish if I can procure another bottle? Or maybe something a little Jade-esque?
Gothic Barbie sounds way more grown-up than Gothic Lolita!
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@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Ha! Thanks Wendy. But we all know I am waaaaaay past Lolita age!
Gothic Barbie Look! Hey I am one of those too
I love love love how you have made black glam 
I had never thought about associating that nail polish color before – in true Goth Barbie i usually have pink but this looks awesome.
The wedges are ace, I am having a hard time finding wedges that are not farmyard lady style!
x
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Hi Lady, thanks love! Black is a wardrobe staple. I don’t care if it’s 100,000 degrees outside.
I hear you on the wedges. I actually bought and returned two or three pair before I found these.
Thanks again!
Love the toe nails with the black…. nice effect:)
http://www.thrifteddrifter.blogspot.com
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Hi Hali…thank you so much! It’s a fun color!
I have and LOVE this dress – love what the necklace adds to it!
Love your blog
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Cool! It’s such a fun dress…I’ve also got a patent belt I like to wear with it. It’s so comfy too.
Thanks for your kind words!
@whatanniewears
July 9, 2010
thank you so much for your lovely comment on my blog!
I love the banana republic necklace and your nail color, gorgeous =) so happy to have found your site!
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@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Thank you Annie! You are so adorable, and I love your style, even if I can’t read most of what’s on your blog. Following you on Bloglovin’!
Lovely necklace and the Tiffany blue tips are a great accent to your Gothic Barbie doll look.
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Thank you Violet! And thanks for stopping by G&G. Wish I were in Chicago so I could take advantage of all your great Chicago sale scoop!
Love that nail colour!
@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Thank you Tanyar!
awesome shoes especially
@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Thanks hon…they are comfy too!
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