A Look Back at 2013

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 In so many ways, 2013 was the best year of my life. I built a life in a city where I knew no one, gained a ton of professional experience in public relations, made new friends, did my taxes for the first time, dyed my hair dark, visited NYC, and learned a lot about relationships and life. I also went through major heartbreak… but because of it, I learned just how strong of a person I am. In 2013, I also dedicated more of myself to my blog. I learned to persevere, to work hard and not to be scared to dream big. 
From the bottom of my heart, I thank all of you who visit this little blog and continue to do so week after week. I love sharing my life with you and I love sharing my outfits with you. In the hardest of times, it is you all that have encouraged me and given me strength! I appreciate each and every one of you, and it’s because of you that I know 2014 is going to be the best year yet.

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  1. Thank YOU for allowing us to be a part of your daily life! I hope you have the most amazing New Year's Eve…you deserve it!

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  2. You are too cute! Cheers to 2014!

    http://www.julestruly.blogspot.com

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  3. Thank you for creating such a fun and welcoming environment to come back to every week! I love watching Southern Curls & Pearls grow and can't wait to see where goes in the future. Cheers to 2013!
    xoxo,
    cYa
    citrusandstyle.blogspot.com

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  4. Absolutely love your style! You have such cute dresses! Love them all!

    http://www.hiteastyle.com

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  5. Love these outfits! Love your style!

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  6. Thank you for all the effort and commitment you have put into your blog (and Instagram!) You've really been an inspiration to many people out there, including me. I'm so excited for all your future posts this up and coming year. Great job and Happy New Years!

    Constance || Prep Northwest

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  7. You have the best taste in fashion! I hope you have a Happy New Year and 2014 is even better for you then 2013 was!

    Lauren,
    http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/

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  8. Happy to hear that you had a fantastic year. Doing taxes is not a fun experience, but it means you've matured. I love all your outfits but my favorite one is your black-and-white chev dress. It's simple elegance at its best.

    Happy 2014!

    Beauty Fashion Skin Care Blog -Girlie Blog Seattle | Casual Chic Style

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  9. Happy new year, keep on blogging and posting those amazing outfits:) Lots of love, happiness and succes for 2014!

    xoxo Nadine
    http://www.myclassicwardrobe.com

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  10. Thank you so much for writing this blog! It's my absolute favorite in the whole blog sphere, and you always give me tons of inspiration to bright up my grey and rainy life here in Sweden. Happy new year to you and your 2014 is going to be a blast, no doubt about that! xx

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  11. so many cute outfit in 2013

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  12. Love all of these outfits, but I have to admit that you're making me wish it was warm and I was tan! Hope you have a great start to the New Year, love. xoxo

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  13. I love checking in with your blog each day! Happy 2014 ๐Ÿ™‚

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  14. I love checking in with your blog each day! Happy 2014 ๐Ÿ™‚

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  15. You look great in everything!

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  16. Obsessed with all of these looks – you look amazing! ๐Ÿ™‚

    http://mrsjaclynleblanc.blogspot.com

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  17. CC! What a great post….I loved each and every photo you selected and know your message came from your heart! You are such an amazing person and I am so happy I get to call you one of my bestest friends! You are so strong and SO sweet, I know 2014 is going to bless you in more ways then you can even realize at this moment! Love you sweetness!!! Can't wait to hug on you in 2014!

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  18. all such pretty pictures! Have a great 2014!!

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  19. gorgeous style as always!
    ladies in navy

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  20. We will always be here for you ๐Ÿ™‚ I'll see you in 2014!

    Hunter
    Prep on a Budget

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  21. This is incredible Cait! You were one of the bloggers who inspired me to start my own blog ๐Ÿ™‚ Stay beautiful & all the best in 2014!!!

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  22. Looking forward to much more in 2014. Keep up the stellar blogging!

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  23. You had such an amazing 2013 Caitlin and I'm so happy to have come across your blog during the year. You've dealt with all of life's challenges with such grace and I'm looking forward to everything that 2014 has in store for you!

    xoxo,
    Chelsea & The City

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  24. What an amazing 2013! Looking gorge!

    http://www.gemmyjunky.com

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  25. We are all so proud of you! Can't wait to see what 2014 brings to your blog and your life <3

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  26. Can't wait for 2014! Happy New Year, Cait!!

    -AJ

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  27. Love your blog–it's so inspiring! Do you think you could do a future post on your daily work-day routine? I always love it when bloggers do a "day in the life ofโ€ฆ" post! Thanks! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  28. I am in love with all of your looks. Have a wonderful New Year's Eve!
    -Jordan
    astorandfourth.blogspot.com

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  29. I just started reading your blog in the last few months and now it is one of my "must do's" on my never ending list of things to do! Keep doing what you love!

    – Melinda @ Posh Purpose
    http://poshpurpose.blogspot.com

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  30. Thank YOU for sharing all of your fun fashion with us! I hope you have a wonderful 2014!

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  31. Have loved getting to "know" you and your closet this last year. Can't wait to continue to follow along.

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  32. Oh hey, gorgeous girl! I've loved following your style, and getting to know you over the past year! Your blog and Insta are a huge inspiration, and you're such a sweet girl!

    Cheers to 2014!
    ~Jacy

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  33. big things are headed your way for 2014…I can feel it. a good resolution is we need to hang out more in 2014! let's make sure of it! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  34. Love your blog! Happy new year!

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  35. You are stunning! Love seeing and being inspired by your outfits!

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  36. You have had a great year, and have grown so much. Heartbreak is never easy, but it will make you stronger, and be even better with you meet that right person because things will be so easy. I used to hate being told that when I was 25, but at your age, the world is your Oyster. It's going to be a great ride.

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