In the world of fashion blogging, everyone has their faves and one of mine (and maybe yours too) is Blair of Atlantic-Pacific. She always looks soo classy, unique and styled perfectly in her outfits. While there’s some TopShop, H&M, and ASOS sprinkled into her ensembles; by the time I could afford many of her outfits & accessories it would be a few seasons later. 
Last week, she debuted a really cute casual “Creme de la Creme” cotton-blend sweatshirt with a pair of denim and leopard heels. When I clicked on the sweatshirt by Zoe Karssen, not only was it sold out already, it was $160. Knowing that even a million dollar sweatshirt would end up in my ‘gym clothes’ drawer within a month, I thought ‘Hmm, maybe I could re-create it?‘ So I made a knock-off, threw on a pair of jeans, brushed my bangs back and tried my best. While it’s definitely not the original, here’s my ‘Creme De La Creme’ DIY below attempting to create Atlantic-Pacific’s ‘Look for Less’….
(Left) Atlantic-Pacific in NYC~Truly the ‘Creme de la Creme’ of fashion (Right) Me of SavvySpice in SF feeling intimidated
Super Quick Messy Bun ~ Brush your hair into a high ponytail, tease it and swirl into a bun. Then bobby pin it & hairspray in place.
Unexpectedly Clutch ~ It’s not vintage, but sometimes it’s fun to choose a beaded, leather or sparkly clutch and pair it with a casual outfit.
Buzzin’ ~ I only drink coffee a few days a week; but when I do, it’s a Greater Alarm at Philz Coffee with meduim creme & sugar. (SF Tip) ~ If you’re visiting the city, try to grab a cup of Philz. They’re famous for brewing one cup at a time and you’ll feel the difference in about 3 sips. :)
Step One ~ Find similar sweatshirt (recent from Forever 21~$13) , Buy ‘Iron On’ flocked letters in similar font and start cutting
Step Two ~ Lay out the letters, space them as best you can and iron them as directed
Step Three ~ Wait for letters to cool and peel off. Entire process took about 20 minutes.
DETAILS by Dale
Sweatshirt~ Forever, iron-on letters ~ Michaels Crafts, clutch~NY MAX (recent TJMaxx), jeans ~ GAP (old from Crossroads Trading Co.), heels ~ Zara (old), Vitality Necklace ~ Stella & Dot HERE, sunglasses ~ H&M, Nails ~ Sally Hansen Insta Dri *Total for Entire Look (Under $160)
Are you ever inspired to re-create a look after seeing it on your favorite celebs, fashion bloggers or friends?
Hope you’re having a great week!
~xoDale
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very nice t-shirt! good idea
ps:new post on my blog!
This is absolutely amazing, can’t believe made that sweatshirt! Literally looks exactly the same as yours.
Great JOB!!!
this is such a great idea! your version turned out amazingly! i want one hehe!
She has amazing style, and so do you! I think you did a fantastic job recreating this look! Such a fun DIY!
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i love what you did, dale! your DIY totally works for me, especially for an item that would, your’re right, end up in the back of my closet eventually!
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OMG this is amazing! I think I might do this! You look amazing!
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Wow, both looks equally beautiful! So impressed by your recreation and DIY talent! Very inspirational post
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You did a great job! less than $20 is my kind of fashion
Well done!!!! Such a great job, love it!
That’s amazing Dale – it really looks like a Zoe Krassen! I’ve been lusting after the tee version of this!
Have a great week
SDMxx
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I actually like your version better than the original! Awesome job, and you look fabulous!
xo Jenny
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Too funny, when she did that post I as well went to see how much it cost and saw it was sold out as well! I never in a million years thought to re-create it but you did such a fabulous job
Xoxo
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This is sooo cute! It’s a very classy look.
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I am so in love with this! My sisters and I love AP for the same reason you do. Some of her things are a little too expensive. You did fab and you look fab!!!
Your knock off turned out so cute – looks exactly like it!
xo Jennifer
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looks great!
Nice outfit and so easy to do! I specially love your clutch
Gemma
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oh my gosh, good job! i really thought it was the same sweater until i scrolled down and saw how you made your own. I LOVE IT!
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Great DIY! I love Blair’s blog as well, always so classy! I love how you recreated her look because I agree, can’t afford her wardrobe, but I wish!
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This is so awesome girly! And you definitely pulled it off it looks exactly the same!
PS. Sorry I been MIA but definitely making my way back and visiting my favorite bloggie friends!
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You look ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!!!!
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You created that perfectly, you evil genius you. And yes, I heart Philz too
It’s SO Bay Area (whatever that means – haha)
Wow you nailed it! Love!!
Awesome DIY! Your look came out really cute!
Wooow I’m totally impressed!
Love your DIY- sweater
xx Timna
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It´s actually great! love it….xo, Alma
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i love your haircut here <3
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You look super cool and classy! I love your DIY you nailed it! You both look gorgeous!
xxx
Nina
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Great job! Love how you recreated Blair’s look.
Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting on my blog!
xx Amy
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I cant believe this!! I pinned her image to one of my style boards bc I loved it so much and thought the same thing as you did about the expensive sweater. This is genius and you look lovely thanks you for sharing this it looks perfect!
Thanks so much! Glad you liked it
amazing tee and shoes, they create this perfect casual look
would you like to follow each other?
A
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all this talk of cream is making me hungry.
That’s amazing! Love the fact that you can make one for a cheaper price…. I’m hungry now!
Lauren,
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I love this blog too but her outfits are often too expensive for me. Of course I am inspired by what I see on other blogs for my daily outfits … all we do it, is not it?
so great idea to do it
I think that fashion inspo very often comes from celebrities.. After all, most celebs have fashion stylists guiding them and keeping them on trend and helping them look fab! I love this DIY post, after seeing this I am definitely inspired to try some fashion DIY myself. Your ensemble is actually more well put together than Blair, you look like an A-lister!
xx -Vee The Avenue Vee
Thank you Vee, that’s nice of you although I love her look and she always puts it together effortlessly.
I agree my fashion inspo definitely comes from celebs, but since I started following fashion blogs it’s 50/50 now 
What an awesome DIY recreation! Honestly this looks just as great as the original – nice work!
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Love this, the sweater is amazing
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I LOVE this! I seriously thought it was the same exact sweatshirt until I scrolled down the page a bit. I also love those Zara heels. I’ve seen them on countless blogs and they’re my favorite. If I ever find them on eBay or Amazon I am snatching them up immediately!
Thanks Jackie, I’ve seen them on a lot of blogs too which made me want them. hehe. If I ever see them on those sites, I’ll definitely let you know
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that’s just very creative and the result is awesome!
Allison
Awwww that’s really creative….both soooo chic!!
Rebecca
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Nicely done Dale! Love the casual look
Wow great job Dale, couldn’t tell the difference x
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Very creative, loveeee this look! I really love the ripped, relaxed fit jeans – super cute <3
xx
xoxo Bree
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This is such a great idea!! Very excited to try this!! Thanks for stopping by my blog!! I love your style and I’m following you now too!!
-Stephanie
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Love your DIY. I need to go out to buy those stickers asap.
You read my mind. My aunt & I were just talking about doing this the other night. We were so obsessed with Blair’s post that day, but did not want to pay $160 for a sweatshirt. THANKS for this great DIY post! LOVE!
-amy
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Thanks Amy & Anna, Yea I’m usually never inspired to do a DIY but I thought her sweatshirt was so cute and there had to be a way. Check F21 for that sweatshirt, just got it Saturday and it’s pretty good quality for a few wears
We too have been coveting that sweatshirt after seeing Blair’s post. Thanks for sharing this post with us.
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Wow, this is such a great idea, this looks spot-on! I love that you made the sweatshirt yourself!
great idea – def. recreating and following you!
Xo Megan
Thanks for stopping by my blog and commenting on my post! You’re so nice.
And I am so in love with this tutorial! I follow Blair and I love her and I was obsessed with the top too but it is far too much $$$ so I’m glad that I now know a way I can make it myself!
Love, Jenae.
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Thanks Jenae, Yea, I love her style too.
WOW!!!! You’re definitely talented…love the DIY project…and your clutch is everything that I believe in…loving the blog…and thanks for the follow…totally following you back!
could not be more obsessed with this, such a great idea
xo SideSmile,
Ashley
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Thanks Ashley!
wow great result! but for me it’s too diffucult to do… i’m terrible at DIY
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Hi Elisa,
I’m horrible at DIY too, but this one wasn’t as hard as you’d think. Just cutting and ironing mostly
Great DIY!
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Great post! Really great DIY – you have convinced me to try a DIY project!
Now following you!!!
Jess xx
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Cute Outfit and a great Tutorial!
Love your Blog
looooving it! following youu
xoxo
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Wow,so beautiful and charming pictures.The look is incredible and like appreciation..
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LOVE your version of this look! Wow – so creative and looks great on you! Great blog
Thanks for stopping by mine and for the sweet comment! xo, Julie
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Wow amazing job looks so chic! Love it
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I’ve been obsessed with her outfit since she posted it and now I am even MORE OBSESSED with yours! Way to pull off the look girl! Newest follower
xx, Allie
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well dale i think you look just stunning, i prefer the shoes you chose and fantastic clutch you really do look amazing i love your hair up like this too, you are so creative great top im useless at diy, hope you have a great weekend, im of to amsterdam yippee!!. i will be out of communication for the weekend but look forward to catching up next week,kissea from dublin xx leonie
Love your ‘Creme De La Creme’ DIY!! wanna re-create one for myself as well!
You look pretty and I really like your blog.
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So cool
I think I might try it out too!! Thanks for sharing.
xo
- J
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sweetie you just look gorgeous i’m love with your sweater!!
many kisses from,
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I love this post, you look so so fab! xxx
this is amazing!!! I love it and it looks just like it!!
Wow..lovely recreation!! You look fab as does she! I love the way pumps are polishing the casual outfit!! Hope you are having a wonderful day!
-Jyoti
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This is so cool!! I love coffee inspired details and this has such a “cool cafe” vibe. Love the DIY and I am definitely going to try this. Thank you so much for the inspiration.
xx
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Kudos to you, Dale, for taking the time to do this. This is such a great and fun DIY. I think I actually like your sweater and heels better. You totally rock the best shoes.
Dale, you are a dead ringer! Girl, someone needs to sponsor you! You are so beautiful. You just light up and you’re ultra talented. What a great DIY! Isn’t it something how others inspire? You’re a doll and great job!
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woooooowwww!!!! totally amazing! i love your blog, your style and ideas, i hope you like ine too, i invite u to viist it, see u soon in “KS”
xoxo
This is fabulous! Blair is also one of my favorite bloggers but I feel the same way about not being able to afford her wardrobe. I think you did a fabulous job re-creating her look! I always love your posts. ~ Rhoda
wow pretty!! i also love blair’s style!!
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Dale, you totally rock this outfit. What an amazing DIY recreation! Honestly this looks just as great as the original – nicely done!
Hopefully you find some time to check out my latest look as well? :-9
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This is fabulous! What a great idea.
Erin
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Dale, this is AMAZING! I would love to make my own, but I’m having an impossible time finding the exact letters you used (I’m a graphic designer, so, the typography definitely matters in this DIY)! Did you get them at Michael’s online, or in store? I can’t find them on their website, and I’ve tried countless others, to no avail
Any help? Thanks, and thank you for a great post – you look fabulous! 
Found the letters! They were in-store at Michael’s. I did the DIY last night and it came out great! Thank you for the awesome post!
nice!
I loooved this idea! I don’t remember how I came across this post but I loved it so much I made my own! Thanks for the great idea. I’m blogging about it today and linking up to your blog.
Thanks!
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Hi Dale! This DIY is great, I definitely will try it. I have a question though, do the stickers come off when you wash the top??
super cool DIY, INDEED.:)
XOXO
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Really good idea!!!!
Kisses
Such an awesome idea! It’s so simple! Love it!
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