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Let’s all take a minute and step back into our childhood memories. Remember what it was like as a kid to go back to school after summer vacation? First, there was the anticipation of seeing all your old friends. Then, the excitement of purchasing new school supplies and clothes. (organizing all of this was one of my favorite parts of preparing for school… i’m such a nerd!). Then, of course, you’d remember that you’d have to start doing homework again (way less fun than hanging out at the pool). It’s a mixed bag for a kid… going back to school. But eventually, you get in the swing of things again and it’s as if you never left.
Never a dull moment.
The new clothes were fun, too. We didn’t purchase a ton growing up but the few new pieces that made it in time for the first day of class felt special enough to make you a whole new person! You know… one of the cool kids!
Yes, yes… the GIVEAWAY!!!
So, my new friends at Shabby Apple have offered to suit up one lucky Hilary Inspired reader with some new “back-to-school” clothing by giving away a $50 gift card to their online store! Have you ever heard of Shabby Apple? They’re an online clothing and accessories store full of feminine and vintage inspired pieces that I think you’ll love!
To enter the giveaway, complete the following:
- Like Shabby Apple on Facebook (if you haven’t already)
- Visit their website and select your favorite piece of clothing or accessory
- Share that piece in the comments section of this post
* A few notes about today’s outfit… I chose an old-fashioned frock from Shabby Apple but needed a few fun styling changes to loosen it’s laces, so to speak. So, I rolled up the sleeves, piled on my collection of brooches and pins (some vintage, some not), and settled in a pair of plaid sneakers that I picked up at Target not long ago. The rolled sleeves gave the look a sort of non-chalance, the unusually large number of pins threw in a bit of quirkiness, and the plaid sneakers dressed it all down a few notches.
Oh yes, and the red handbag! Well, that’s just one of my favorites, so I had to include it.
Photography: David Walker
Styling & art direction: Hilary Walker
Outfit Details: “A+” Dress, Shabby Apple (gifted) // Plaid Sneakers, Target // Brooches & Pins, personal collection, The Lovely Hunter, Local Honey, & EmersonMade (now Emerson Fry) // Handbag, Thrifted (similar here)






























30 comments
Marion says:
Sep 13, 2012
Totally forgot how difficult and stressful the first day of school could be…..especially if it was your first day at a new school……but Hilary, I think you always “rocked it” with your lovely style and personality.
Monet says:
Sep 13, 2012
What a wonderful giveaway…as well as some great writing about what back-to-school feels like for so many of us. I love Shabby Apple, like them on facebook, and would be thrilled with an Academia dress.
Nancy says:
Sep 13, 2012
What a fun outfit! I love your plaid sneakers!
I “like” Shabby Apple on FB. And my favorite dress is the Arripidae.
Thanks for the giveaway.
Angelica says:
Sep 13, 2012
My favorite item is the “Studio” Blouse. I am enamored with the color blue, and this blouse has so many possibilities! I can see it paired with either an a-line or pencil skirt, a pair of cute jeans, or my skinny black capri pants. I need this blouse!
Donna says:
Sep 13, 2012
I love the PROMENADE BLOUSE.Thanks for the giveaway.
Tabitha says:
Sep 13, 2012
I like them on fb under Tabitha Pyle and I’d get the Serenade maxi dress.
Ashley says:
Sep 13, 2012
I am in love with the Academy Award Skirt. Too, too pretty with a hint of whimsy. It’s perfect for my inner actress-diva.
Melissa Palmer says:
Sep 13, 2012
I like Shabby Apple on FB, and my favorite is the Bon Voyage dress.
Thanks for the chance!
mjp_0419 at yahoo dot com
Claire says:
Sep 13, 2012
I have recently been into earrings and I love the bedezzled earrings! Such a simple but pretty piece!
Ashley H says:
Sep 13, 2012
I like the Alice dress and I like them on fb.
Caitlyn says:
Sep 13, 2012
I like Shabby Apple on facebook and I LOVE the Blue Eyes dress. So cute and vintage. Thanks for hosting this great giveaway, love your blog!
cakwai2@hotmail.com
marissa says:
Sep 14, 2012
love their i’m late i’m late dress!
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Sep 14, 2012
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amy pugmire says:
Sep 14, 2012
facebook fan of shabby apple. amy bolda pugmire
I love the 4.0 dress!
Gina M says:
Sep 14, 2012
I like them on FB – crave to save
My favorite dress is called beauty mark! Thanks for the chance to win!
gina.m.maddox (at) gmail (dot) com
Tara says:
Sep 14, 2012
like shabby apple on facebook
I love the bistro blouse!
Mary Beth says:
Sep 14, 2012
I like Shabby Apple on Facebook.
My favorite is the Ph.D, but sadly it’s out of stock in my size…so maybe I’d get the Lighthouse dress.
Becky W says:
Sep 15, 2012
I like them on FB and love the freshwater pearl dress!
Kaitlin H says:
Sep 15, 2012
I like Shabby Apple on fb and I love the Co-ed Skirt!
Juliea says:
Sep 16, 2012
Like them on fb Julie A Scott Laws
like the francine skirt
thanks
Denise McGaha says:
Sep 16, 2012
Thanks so much for introducing me to Shabby Apple. I love the El Capitan peplum dress in navy. So Chic and flattering too! May need to pick up a few more fall accessories there too. Love your styling!
Alaine says:
Sep 17, 2012
I like them on FB. I love the Overboard dress.
family74014 at yahoo dot com
Kari says:
Sep 17, 2012
What a great giveaway! I loveLOVElove the Cider dress, and of course I “like” Shabby Apple on FB!
Jessica says:
Sep 17, 2012
I like Shabby Apple on FB – though I wish there was an option to ‘love’ them *le sigh* (I also wish for this option for your page, but for now I’ll simply have to ‘like’ you as well…)
I am in love with the Darwin Skirt right now! Super cute!!!
Whitney J says:
Sep 17, 2012
I like shabby apple on facebook and I like the yorkshire dress
Randi says:
Sep 18, 2012
I liked Shabby Apple on FB, and I believe one of my favorites is the Tigris dress!
Marion says:
Sep 19, 2012
I like them on facebook, and I like Overboard (for someone I know)
Melancholy smile says:
Sep 19, 2012
I like Shabby Apple on Facebook and I ADORE the Alice dress.
Melancholy (dot) smile (at) yahoo (dot) com
Julie D. says:
Sep 19, 2012
Racquet Club Dress. Melding my favorite colors, candy apple red and navy blue!!!!!
Weekend Cheers | Hilary Inspired says:
Sep 21, 2012
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