Trench, Star Print Dress, Boots, Marc Jacobs Fran | Leather Jacket, Polo Shirt, Pencil Skirt, RM MAM

Here's what I wore to work on Wednesday:

Jacket: Barkins beige trench coat 
Scarf: Gifted cashmere tartan scarf from a friend
Necklace: House of Harlow gold mini key pendant necklace
Dress: French Connection star dancing jersey dress in red rust/almond
Shoes: Asos Cleo leather boots in tan
Bracelets: the usual plus gifted Ferragamo double wrap bracelet
Bag: Marc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown


Wore a bit of maroon for the final State of Origin match! Really like this dress and tall boots combination after trying it out before. And of course the maroon blended in nicely with all of the Queensland footy shirts around. Was pretty cool that Queensland won for the 8th year in a row :)

Linking up today with Three-fer Thursday, Fashion & Faith, Friday's Fancies, Friday's Fab today.


Last worn: beige trench, tartan scarf, star print jersey dress, Asos Cleo leather boots, Marc by Marc Jacobs Fran bag.


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Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Asos Black by Markus Lupfer printed leather jacket
Scarf: Alexander McQueen pink pashmina in skull and floral print
Necklace: gift from DH
Top: gifted grey team polo shirt
Skirt: Jeanswest zip detail ponte pencil skirt
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs logo plaque flats in black patent
Bracelets: the usual plus Marc by Marc Jacobs enamel turnlock stripey hinge black and white bangle  and gifted Balenciaga classic pearly grey double tour bracelet
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff MAB mini in soft grey


The truth about this branded polo shirt I was given through my work is that it is two sizes too large. They ordered a batch to hand out to celebrate the success of a large project, and there were not a lot of size options available. This was the smallest, but at the time I didn't see it as an issue as I wasn't expecting to wear it often.

When we were asked to wear it again today, it was a little tricky. I couldn't tuck some of it into jeans or hide it under a hoodie like last time, as they are not the best mid-week office clothes. After comparing the options on facebook, I decided to just wear it with a pencil skirt. It was fun talking to the other ladies in the office and comparing the ways they had worn theirs today - a few of us are smaller than a size 12 so we were in the same situation with shirts too big.

Although my office is business casual and people do wear jeans every day of the week in the office, I do try to keep them just to casual Friday. Not every team or department is as relaxed with their dress codes, and I want to make a good impression. Will see if I change my tune when I have to wear the polo again next week of course!


Last worn: leather jacket, pink Alexander McQueen pashmina, polo shirt, pencil skirt, patent flats, Rebecca Minkoff grey MAM.


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Leather Jacket, Black Tee, Pleated Skirt, Balenciaga Part Time | Stripes, Skulls and Polka Dots, Marc By Marc Jacobs Hillier Hobo Bag

Here's what I wore to work on Tuesday:

Jacket: Asos Black by Markus Lupfer printed leather jacket
Necklace: sterling silver monogram necklace C/O MyNameNecklace.com.au
Top: Glassons plain black long sleeve top
Skirt: French Connection green and black printed skirt
Shoes: NineWest Lovelyou studded flats in black
Bracelets: the usual plus Indigo Rose Design labradorite bracelet
Bag: Balenciaga part time in black 2010 with GSH


It's been almost a year since I last wore this skirt, which is interesting. I've had it a few years, and it used to be one of my heavy rotation work skirts. I've moved more towards pencil skirts now which is why I think it isn't worn as much. Although it's beautiful and gets compliments when I wear it, it's neglected in my wardrobe. Noticed it during my last wardrobe clearout and moved it to the front so it was more visible, hoping I'd pick it up more often. Hasn't really worked if it's been so long since the last wearing!

Should make more of an effort to wear it. Although maybe not like this again - with the printed skirt and jacket and studded shoes it was maybe a bit much. What do you think?


Last worn: Markus Lupfer jacket, Glassons black long sleeve tee, pleated print skirt, studded flats, Balenciaga part time bag.


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Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Warehouse cropped zip detail jacket
Scarf: Alexander McQueen modal and cashmere skull scarf
Necklace: gift from DH
Top: Glassons black and white stripe longsleeve top
Skirt: Cotton On 'Mica' mesh spot skirt in dusty pink
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque Flats in Two Tone blush and black
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs Classic Q Hillier Hobo in blush pink with silver hardware


Wore this jacket,skirt and shoes together the last time I wore the skirt, but it was such a lovely combination I enjoyed wearing it again. Was inspired to wear my MbMJ Hillier hobo bag after I spotted a lady in the post office wearing a brown one yesterday. And of course the blush pink is perfect with the shoes and skirt. :)

The scarf was a late edition as it was so cold this morning I couldn't bear going without it! Left my hair wavy and natural as I knew any attempts to straighten it would be invalidated by the rain, haha!

Linking up today with What I wore Wednesday, Three-fer Thursday, Fashion and Faith.

Final sale reductions at Matches Fashion today! I've updated the sales page.


Last worn: Warehouse Blazer, skull scarf, Glassons striped top, polka dot pencil skirt, two tone flats, Marc by Marc Jacobs Hillier Hobo.


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Trench, Skirt, Bal Work, Matches Fashion Reveal | Belted Jumper Over Printed Dress, MbMj Fran

Here's what I wore to work on Wednesday:

Jacket: Temt Black trench coat 
Top: Jeanswest 'Leila' embroidered top (new purchase)
Skirt: Asos tailored checked workwear pencil skirt
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs logo plaque flats in black patent
Bracelets: the usual plus Marc by Marc Jacobs enamel turnlock stripey hinge black and white bangle and Indigo Rose Design black leather Swarovski beaded wrap bracelet
Bag: Balenciaga classic work in 2006 Rouille


I wasn't comfortable in this outfit at all on Wednesday. Think it shows in the photos too, just not a nice outfit. The top and skirt wouldn't sit nicely together at all, bad combination! Such a shame as I like the pieces separately.

The embroidered top is beautiful, the last of my pieces from the Jeanswest sale. It's difficult to make out in the photo, but it has an embroidered pattern on the top panel. Will try get a better picture next wear.


My Matches Fashion sale order arrived to take my mind off the bad outfit though! :) Did a little video reveal for you.

Last worn: black trench coat, checked skirt, patent flats, Balenciaga Rouille work. First time I've worn the top as it was a recent purchase.


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Here's what I wore to work today:

Jumper: Supre cream waffle knit oversized jumper 
Scarf: Alexander McQueen modal and cashmere skull scarf (new purchase)
Dress: French Connection 'pendragon panache' cap sleeve dress in 'winters day base'
Belt: Kmart thin gold glitter belt
Shoes: Wittner 'Mimi' heels in mushroom
Bracelets: the usual plus Chloe Paddington crystal charm bracelet and Indigo Rose Design waxed leather cream howlite beaded wrap bracelet
Bag: Marc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown


In complete contrast to yesterday's outfit, I loved today's! This look is completely inspired by (or closely copied from!) Wendy from Thankfifi's outfit in this post, which she left in a comment for me as an amazing example of layering a jumper and dress when I asked for tips.

Wanted to wear this jumper, although it was a bit long, so I figured I could fold it up and the belt would keep it in place. It occasionally fell out through the day so was a little fussy to wear. Next time need to try it with a shorter top! Otherwise I really liked the layering, big thank you to Wendy for the inspiration! :)

Linking up in a few places today: What I wore to Work, What I wore Wednesday.




Last worn: cream jumper, French Connection Dress, Wittner heels, Marc Jacobs Fran. First time I've worn the scarf as it is a new purchase.


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Floral Top, Pink Polka Dot Pencil Skirt, Balenciaga Part Time | Leather Jacket, Print Dress, Wittner Heels, Magenta Work Bag

Here's what I wore to work on Tuesday:

Jacket: Warehouse cropped zip detail jacket
Top: gifted floral and lace top
Skirt: Cotton On 'Mica' mesh spot skirt in dusty pink
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque Flats in Two Tone blush and black
Bracelets: the usual plus Indigo Rose Design waxed leather cream howlite beaded wrap bracelet
Bag: Balenciaga part time in black 2010 with GSH


No outfit pics for Monday! It was a public holiday and really rainy, so we decided to laze around, watch movies and stay in our PJs all day cuddling Cooper. It was wonderful. :)

Lots of pink for Tuesday. Picked these pink and black flats to wear again with my polka dot pencil skirt. As a friend noticed and commented, they match so well!


Last worn: Warehouse cropped jacket, floral and lace top, polka dot pencil skirt, two tone flats, Balenciaga part time bag.


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Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Jeanswest black leather jacket
Dress: French Connection Romany rib printed dress
Shoes: Wittner 'Bloomy' black heels
Bracelets: the usual plus Edenborough Evans 'Ivy' silver cuff
Bag: Balenciaga RH work in 2005 Magenta


Last Friday I went shopping in the French Connection sale as I had my eye on a lovely peplum top. Unfortunately, they were all sold out in my size, but this beautiful dress I saw while browsing was the perfect fit :) I love the little pockets it has, which I'm trying my best to show in the photo. There's a reason I'm not a graceful model, haha.

Wore this to work, and a surprise lunchtime outing to see Ricky Martin in Queen Street mall. My friend had heard that he was going to be there, and judging by the crowd, everyone else had heard too! Nice little distraction for a Wednesday.


Last worn: leather jacket, wittner shoes, Balenciaga work. First time I've worn the dress as it is a new purchase.

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Blue and Black: Printed Leather Jacket, Balenciaga Magenta Work, Jacquard Pencil Skirt | Spotty Dress, Maroon Scarf, Part Time Bag

Linking up with "what I wore to work" at Mix and Match Fashion.

Here's what I wore to work on Tuesday:

Jacket: Asos Black by Markus Lupfer printed leather jacket
Top: Glassons plain black long sleeve top (new purchase)
Belt: Asos Metal Keeper Super Skinny Belt in pink
Skirt: Warehouse blue jacquard pencil skirt
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs patent mouse flats in black and white
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Balenciaga RH work in 2005 Magenta


Please excuse my hair! I washed and plaited it the night before, intending to wake up with subtle waves. Instead, woke up with wet hair and no time to dry it before I went to work. It did dry into some nice waves later in the morning, but it is still really damp and dull in the photos!
Wearing my last new piece from my Glassons order back in mid-May. Glassons have a sale on now too, if you are looking for some affordable basics. Thought I would try something a little different today, and belted the top over the skirt instead of tucking it into the skirt. I think it worked well, and the belt was a nice pop of colour.


Last worn: printed leather jacket, pink belt, pencil skirt, mouse flats, Balenciaga magenta work. First time I've worn the top as it is a recent purchase.


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Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Warehouse cropped zip detail jacket
Scarf: gifted Dayaday maroon and grey scarf
Dress: French Connection spotty cotton dress
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs logo plaque flats in black patent
Bracelets: the usual plus two metal and fabric Indigo Rose Design bracelets
Bag: Balenciaga part time in black 2010 with GSH


Had to work a bit of maroon into my outfit today with the State of Origin match tonight! This scarf was perfect. Although I don't watch footy, lots of people at work are quite into the game and you see people walking around wearing the shirts or maroon items. While it is unofficial casual day as everyone is wearing team shirts, I had to present at a meeting so wore a printed dress.


Last worn: warehouse blazer, French Connection dress, Marc Jacobs flats, Balenciaga part time. First time I've worn the scarf on the blog, it was a lovely gift from a friend.


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Black and Brown: Trench, Printed Dress, Marc Jacobs Fran | Red Knit, Jeans, Converse, Alexander Wang Rocco

Here's what I wore to work on Wednesday:

Jacket: Just Jeans dark brown cropped cotton trench coat 
Dress: French Connection 'Fast Rhonda' dress in black/caramel
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs logo plaque flats in black patent
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Marc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown


I usually pick my clothes out the night before so I have a little bit of time to plan what I'm wearing. But on Tuesday night I stayed online quite late helping out at Church Online. It was busy and fun, but I was so tired when it was done. Just grabbed some nice easy pieces - can't go wrong with a printed dress - and the same bag I had the day before. Meant there was more time for sleep, even if you're not supposed to pair black and brown together!

The video at Church Online this week is a really moving one, answering the question "what can I do to help?" for the survivors of disasters, and the tornado in Oklahoma. Please check it out online if you have the time.


Last worn: brown jacket, French Connection printed dress, patent flats, Marc by Marc Jacobs Fran bag.


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Here's what I wore to work today:

Top: Chicabooti red fine knit jumper (with Cotton On red singlet underneath)
Jeans: Jeanswest 'spoylt' super skinny jeans
Shoes: Converse Chuck Taylor All Star low in black
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Alexander Wang Rocco with gold hardware in dark argon


There have been a lot of celebrations at work recently after the success of our project, today was another with a casual dress day for a team event in the afternoon. We were warned there would be a lot of paint around, so I wore my washable converse shoes, jeans and a knit. I thought it balanced the line well between casual clothes you wouldn't mind getting paint splashed on and casual clothes for a free dress day in the office!


Last worn: red knit, singlet, Jeanswest jeans, converse, Alexander Wang Rocco bag.


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Purple Tee, Printed Skirt, LV Neverfull, Patent Heels | Knit Jumper, Printed Dress, Pistol Boots, MbMJ Fran Bag

Here's what I wore to work on Monday:

Top: Cotton On purple long sleeved top
Skirt: Vintage pencil skirt from The Thrifty Kitten
Shoes: Wittner 'Lumen' heel in patent leather
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Louis Vuitton MM damier azur neverfull


A very similar outfit to the last time I wore this skirt. I had planned to wear a nice warm knit jumper as the top, but it was more oversized than I remembered and didn't look good with the skirt. Really needs a more fitted top, so I dug out this old long sleeved top. The purple worked well with the skirt last time, so went with it again.


Last worn: vintage skirt, Wittner heels, LV damier azur neverfull. First time I've worn the top on the blog.


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Here's what I wore to work today:

Jumper: Asos crochet shell top in cream
Dress: French Connection 'Woodblock wonder' panache dress in white/geranium rose
Shoes: Acne pistol boots in "skin"
Bracelets: the usual plus Edenborough Evans 'Ivy' silver cuff
Bag: Marc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown


Last year I saw a few bloggers trying the "jumper over dress" look and looking great doing so. So I was excited to give it a try now it's cooler. I don't seem to have the perfect top for it though - it's a tricky thing to master! It's not as simple as just picking one I've found, you have to think about length and fit of the top. Still not sure if I like this look on me, but it did keep me cosy all day. If you have any tips for layering a jumper over a dress, please share! :)


Last worn: crochet jumper, printed dress, Acne pistol boots, Marc by Marc Jacobs Fran.


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Leather Jackets: French Connection Shift Dress, Ankle Boots, Balenciaga Work | Grey Tank, Jeans, Studded Flats, Mulberry Alexa

Here's what I wore to work on Thursday:

Jacket: Asos Black by Markus Lupfer printed leather jacket
Dress: French Connection 'Kay' houndstooth shift dress
Shoes: Asos Aggie leather western ankle boots in black
Bracelets: the usual plus studded and chain link Oroton leather bracelets
Bag: Balenciaga classic work in 2006 Rouille


Pretty much wearing the exact same outfit as the last time I wore this dress, only with a leather jacket this time. It just works so well with boots and a Balenciaga, haha. A nice easy outfit so you can see why I've repeated it. The photos don't show the detail the best, so as requested on my last post, I took a close up of the print on the jacket on instagram.


Last worn: printed leather jacket, French Connection dress, Asos ankle boots, Balenciaga rouille work.


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Here's what I wore to work for casual Friday today:

Jacket: Wittner Santa Fe cobalt blue leather jacket (New purchase)
Top: Cotton On 'eternity' tank in charcoal marle
Jeans: Sass and Bide strayed misfits skinny jeans
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs studded mouse flats in grey
Bracelets: the usual plus Lovisa 'Collette by Collette Dinnigan' twisted bow charm and heart charm silver bracelets and Edenborough Evans 'Ivy' silver cuff
Bag: Mulberry regular size Alexa bag in foggy grey


Only found out that Wittner made leather jackets when this beautiful blue was one posted on their instagram a while ago. I kept thinking about it and eventually ordered it, along with the leather jacket from Asos above. I usually have a difficult time finding nice leather jackets so I thought if I get two, I might get lucky with one of them and could return the one that didn't work. Of course I kept them both. The colour and leather on this jacket are amazing. Bags are my go-to splurge items, but I made an exception in this case. I'm so pleased with it! :)

Unfortunately, today we had a really important meeting this afternoon, I had forgotten about. Since we were asked to dress more formally than the usual casual Friday wear, my friend and I popped out at lunchtime to shop so I could get a jumper to cover up my bare shoulders with! :)


Last worn: grey marle tank, Sass and Bide jeans, studded shoes, Mulberry Alexa. It's the first time I've worn the jacket as it's a new purchase.


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Paisley Print Dress, Grey Owl Scarf, Pistol Boots, Alexander Wang Rocco | Brown Shirt, Pencil Skirt, Balenciaga Coquelicot Velo

Here's what I wore to go to work on Monday:

Scarf: Liquorish grey owl print scarf
Dress: French Connection blue Paisley print dress
Shoes: Acne pistol boots in "skin"
Bracelets: the usual plus gifted Balenciaga classic pearly grey double tour bracelet
Bag: Alexander Wang Rocco with gold hardware in dark argon


Boots and a scarf because it was really chilly! Ended up wearing a blazer over the top of this too. Going to have to start thinking about wearing opaque tights again - the sheer nude tone ones didn't keep me warm enough today!


Last worn: owl scarf, paisley print dress, Acne pistol boots, Alexander Wang Rocco.


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Here's what I wore to work today:

Necklace: Chanel necklace
Top: French Connection Sub silky shirt in pale henny brown
Skirt: Review 'Ziggy' polka dot pencil skirt
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque flats in camel
Bracelets: the usual plus Hermes Kelly Double tour bracelet in rubis and gifted Ferragamo double wrap bracelet
Bag: Balenciaga Coquelicot Velo (2011 RH)


Although I did swap my red suede flats out for more sensible ones with the rain, I didn't learn anything from Monday and went with bare legs today - regretted the choice in the morning when it started raining! I thought the red would look really nice with the brown shirt, but I can always try it again when the weather is drier.


Last worn: French Connection shirt, pencil skirt, Marc by Marc Jacobs flats, Balenciaga coquelicot Velo.


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Zara Blazer, Printed Singlet, Red Skinny Jeans, Balenciaga Sang Clutch | Khaki Tee, Jeans, Rebecca Minkoff Aqua Mini MAC

Here's what I wore on Saturday to run errands, have an early Mother's Day celebration with family and go out for dinner:

Jacket: Zara frayed basket weave blazer with zips in red
Top: Jeanswest Audrey tonal print tank
Jeans: Jeanswest Pepper Red super skinny jeans
Shoes: Asos Aggie leather western ankle boots in black
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Balenciaga flat clutch GSH in 2010 Sang


A lot of red today! Wanted to wear something warm. Still not too sure if the jacket and top and all of the red was too much together, but I felt comfortable and most importantly warm all day. Got DH to take a quick picture between a break in the rain, but that was the only time it stopped all day. Boots were the obvious choice, and comfortable for running around in the morning and going out in the evening.


Last worn: Zara red boucle jacket, printed singlet, red skinny jeans, Asos Aggie boots, Balenciaga flat clutch.


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Here's what I wore for a relaxing, lazy Sunday and to work at Church Online in the evening:

Tee: French Connection oversized khaki green tee
Jeans: Jeanswest Super Skinny Jeans in Mid Indigo
Shoes: gifted Havaianas tropical print thongs
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff mini MAC with python embossed leather in Aquamarine


Thankfully today the weather was a bit warmer, and a lot less rainy. Didn't have much to to, just wanted to relax today, so a really casual outfit of jeans and a tee. Shocked to find it's been over a year since I last wore this top though, crazy!

Please excuse the water droplets on my mini MAC - got it a little wet from bushing on the leaves of the bush in the photo. Didn't notice till I uploaded the photos, it dried up pretty quickly.


Last worn: khaki tee, jeanswest skinny jeans, aqua thongs, Rebecca Minkoff mini MAC.


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Casual Friday: Jeans, Printed Top, Marc Jacobs Fran | Cotton On Polka Dot Dress, Chloe Ethel Bag

Here's what I wore to work for casual Friday:

Jacket: Just Jeans dark brown cropped cotton trench coat 
Necklace: Indigo Rose Design feather, quartz and love charm long necklace
Top: French Connection Moon Moire printed top
Jeans: Sass and Bide strayed misfits skinny jeans
Shoes: Wittner 'Mimi' heels in mushroom
Bracelets: the usual plus others hidden by jacket
Bag: Marc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown from Reebonz


Just wanted to be comfortable at work, it has been a crazy long week. I know that next week will be quieter to make up for it. Got to meet and work with some really lovely people, but it was a very busy week that pushed me out of my comfort zone a lot. The stress certainly won't be missed!


Last worn: trench coat, printed top, jeans, Wittner heels, Marc Jacobs Fran bag.


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Here's what I wore to run some errands and walk Cooper today:

Sunnies: pink leopard print sunglasses from Paddy's Markets in Sydney
Dress: Cotton On navy 'Abbie' dress in scratch spot
Shoes: gifted black slim Havaianas thongs
Bracelets: the usual plus House of Harlow Aztec bangles in fushcia pink and silver, white and silver
Bag: Chloe Ethel leather satchel in sweet pink


Today was a lovely warm day, the perfect Saturday. I caught up on blog reading in the morning, ran some errands to pick up some essentials to help DH kick his cold, walked Cooper, and just relaxed and enjoyed having some time to rest. Thought this dress was a lovely choice in the morning, but there was the odd gust of wind to catch the hem that had me wishing I had picked jeans, haha.


Last worn: pink sunnies, navy dress, shoes, Chloe Ethel bag.


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