**Voting is now closed (but feel free to still comment!)**
Took me hours to upload these, but it was so worth the effort. Everyone looks fantastic!! Thank you ladies SO much for participating, and thanks again to LOFT for the prizes. I am having the voting be informal, because I wanted this to be more interactive and fun, and less competitive.
I'll just start things off with an old pic of my most favorite summer dress ever. It's from the Banana Republic outlet, and fit perfect right off the rack! More pics later : )
Dress: Banana Republic Factory Store, sz 00P
Pumps: Ann Taylor Perfect Pumps in snakeskin, sz 5
Without further adieu, click "Coninue Reading" for the contest entries in alphabetical order...
Click photos to enlarge!
1. AM of Aspiring Minimalist 5'3," Field: Construction
Dress: Le Chateau size S, Cardigan: Costa Blanca size S, Shoes: Clarks size 7, Bag: Roots
2. Amanda 5'2," 120lbs, Field: PhD student
Jacket: Ann Taylor, Skirt: Banana Republic, Shirt: NY&Company, Shoes: Payless
3. Anni 4'10," Field: Museum archivist intern
4'10" Dress: JCPenny petites, Necklace: H&M, Shoes: Cinderella of Boston sz 4.5
4. Callandra - 5'1" 97 lb, Field: Accounting
Cardigan: F21 XS, Silk Blouse: Banana Republic XS, Cropped Cigarette Pants: BR 00P, Scarf: Martin&Osa, Bag; Loeffler Randall, Pumps: Nine West sz 6
5. Catherine - 5'1," Field: Medicine
Skirt: Anthropologie Odille sz 0, Shirt: HM, Belt: Michael Kors, Shoes: Ann Taylor perfect pumps, Bracelets: H&M, Necklace: Banana Republic, Purse: Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Mini
6. Elaine of Curls and Pearls, 5'1"
T op: Smart Set XS(Canadian), Vest: Mexx US size 2, Pants: BR sz 0P, Shoes: BCBGirls, Necklace: Birks
7. Elle from ElleandIsh 5'1," 100 lbs, Field of work: Engineering
Top: Club Monaco, Skirt: Forever 21, Shoes: Lanvin, Bangle: Coach
Top: Club Monaco, Skirt: Forever 21, Shoes: Lanvin, Bangle: Coach
8. Eva 5'0," 94 lbs, Field: special ed. teaching
Dress: H&M sz 2, Flats: Fendi sz 6
...so I know the rules were no "non-contest" photos and no casual wear, but Eva wrote to me and said she couldn't try on work outfits due to injuries from being attacked by one of her students. She said she loved the blog and asked to participate anyways ... how could I say no? Look at that smile : )
9. Janice(#1) of Coastalpolitan, 5'2," Field: Finance
Top: Club Monaco XS, Skirt: Banana Republic 00P, Belt: Club Monaco XS, Cardigan: Nordstrom BP sz S
10. Janice(#2) of Couture and Crayons, 5'1," 110lbs, Field: mom and entrepreneur
Top: LOFT (s), Belt: LOFT (xs), Shorts: Banana Republic (Petite 00), Shoes: BR, Necklace: Target
11. Janine of A Petite Diva 4'11," 110lbs, Field: accounting
Blazer: Worthington Petite sz 2P, Tank: Target S, Skirt: Bebe sz 0, Shoes: Aldo Stalcup sz 36
12. Jessica 5'3," 95lbs, Field: Accounting
Blouse: J.Crew Annalise 0P (sides taken in), Belt: J.Crew satin skinny XS, Necklaces: J.Crew, Skirt: Banana Republic 00p (sides taken in), Shoes: Banana Republic Jackie pump
13. Jessy from Little Dust Princess Field: tutor
Bow T: F21 sz S, Harem pants: Charlotte Russe XS, Studded Heels: Zara, Purse: Holt Renfrew
14. Keshia, 4'11," Field: Accounting
15. Khatu of I am Khatu Field: Finance
American Apparel Trousers(XS), Arden B Shirt(XS), Burberry Shoes (35), Ralph Lauren Belt(XS)
16. Love n Salt 5'2," 103lbs, Field: Accounting
Jacket: Express XS, Top: Ann Taylor XSP, Skirt: Banana Republic 00P, Heels: Steve Madden sz 6
Jacket: Express XS, Top: Ann Taylor XSP, Skirt: Banana Republic 00P, Heels: Steve Madden sz 6
17. LovesCardigans 5'1, 90 lbs, Field: Medicine (but no lab jackets required!)
Jacket: Juicy Couture sz petite, Blouse: Theory sz petite, Skirt: Phillip Lim sz 2 Shoes: Ports sz 5 & Loeffler Randall sz 5.5, Bag: LV Speedy 30
18. Petite Little Girl 5'2," 97lbs, Field: IT
Pencil Skirt: Bebe sz 0, Blouse: H&M sz 2, Cami: F21 S
19. PetiteXXS 5'0," 80lbs, Field: medical
Dress: LOFT in XXSP, Cardigan: American Eagle in XXS, Shoes: BR Jacky Platform Pump in 5.5
20. Ping from All About Fashion Stuff 5'2," 95lbs
Top: H&M sz XS, Skirt sz XS (from a local boutique), Pumps: Jessica Simpson sz 5.5, Cardi: Zara XS
22. Sahara from Mix and Match by Sahara, 5'4," Field: Tech
Skirt: Banana Republic Factory sz 0, Shoes: Michael Kors
23. StylePint from Pint-Size Musings, 5'1," 30-24-33
Top: Madewell sz XS, Skirt: DIY silk bubble skirt, Cardigan: Artizia XXS, Shoes: Aldo, Belt: Urban Outfitters S, Necklace/Earrings: Forever 21
24. Thifa of Student Kitchen, 5'1"
Skirt: H&M, Blouse: H&M
25. Vana 5'0," 105lbs, Field: Legal non-profit
Long Cardi: New York & Co., Eyelet dress: Urban Outfitters pins & needles, Pumps: Nine West
26. Vicky of VickysDailyFashion Field: Tech/Engineering
Top: F21 szS, Skirt: BR sz 00P, Jewelry: Swarovski & Express, Heels: Kenneth Cole sz 6, Bag: Coach
27. Yvonne from SimplyYvonne Field: Graphic Design
Blouse: Dillards, Skirt: NY & Co, Shoes: Madden Girl
And...that's it (please, please let me know if I left someone or something out)! I hope you guys show these ladies your support, even if you're one of the participants yourself.
Please vote by stating in your comment: "My favorite two entries are ____ (include # & name)" This will help distinguish actual votes from general nice comments : )
Update: Comments will be moderated to one vote per reader or IP address. And please, no spammy links.





















































My favorite two entries are 12 and 9.
ReplyDelete(I am a sucker for the pencil skirt with the skinny belt.)
Thanks for putting these all up! Such great entries... It was hard not to be swayed by picture quality/camera. There were definitely several close third favorites.
My favorite two entries are
ReplyDelete8) Eva
12) Jessica
It is interesting to see many petite girls are in accounting field. =) I am also working in accounting myself. =)
My favorite two entries are Catherine and Janice! Also I have that exact same turquoise sheath dress from the BR outlet and I love it and wear it pretty much the exact same way as you. haha.
ReplyDeleteThere are too many pretty outfits! So hard to choose :) I am drooling over everyone's nude pumps - really need to find a size 5 pair :) You look beautiful, Jean. That dress looks perfect on you
ReplyDeleteThis is so hard. I'm friends with a lot of you guys it's almost unfair if I vote hahaha.
My favorite two entries are Callandra and Jessy. They were the two that really caught my eye. Everyone has such lovely outfits! Of course Jessy has more young fashion sense that I would rock if I were tutoring too xD
It was so hard to choose, they were all great, but...
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are 12 (Jessica) and 15 (Khatu).
Good luck to all the entries!
My favorite 2 entries are...
ReplyDelete12. Jessica
and 16. Love and Salt! :)
And I love the slew of nude pumps!! I want!!! :} <3
My favorite 2 entires are #4 Callandra and #6 Elaine.
ReplyDeleteI could see myself wearing something along the lines of what these 2 are wearing the most. =)
My favorite two entries are #4 Calandra and #17 Loves Cardigan. Everyone looks so good though!!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are #9(Janice ) and #12 (Jessica). i wish I could have more votes since there are so many great entries. :)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite entries are Jessy and Khatu.:) (Stuff I would wear!)
ReplyDeleteIt really is hard to choose!! But I like #9 Janice and #23 Stylepint.
ReplyDeleteI am in need of a pencil skirt and nude shoes! Curse having ridiculously small feet! If they grew 1/2 a size in one night I'd be so happy!
everyone looks fabulous!!
My favorite two entries are #9 and #15.
ReplyDeleteChoosing just two were so hard! Everyone looks great!
omg, I'm the heaviest one here! hahaha, why did i put my real weight down!?! there are so many entries, love it!
ReplyDeleteMy two favorites are: #5 Catherine and #15 Khatu
ReplyDeleteand no, I won't be voting for myself :D
My favorite two entries are #9 (Janice) and #23 (Stylepint)
ReplyDeleteBut it was REALLY hard to choose! A lot of the others came close... and I love your picture too Jean!
Great entries everyone! I vote for #4 Callandra and #9 Janice! =)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are #5 Catherine and #15 Khatu <3
ReplyDeleteMy favorite entry was Janice (#9). I can't decide on another one, so I hope that's okay!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are #12 Jessica and #15 Khatu. Love the monochromatic look...very chic!
ReplyDeleteoh yay...i been waiting to see everyone's outfit! everyone looks so cute & summery.
ReplyDeletei vote for #9 & 12.
Callandra and Jessy for me! They're both edgy and clean looks that I would totally wear. I find it hilarious how many of the entrants are accountants.
ReplyDeleteoh wow, there are so many great outfits here! my favorites are catherine and khatu:) i love the picture of u above! the color looks great on u!
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I also noticed how many entrants were accountants/in a similar field. I wish I could go back and change my major just for the sake of being able to wear nude pumps and outfits like these to work!
ReplyDeletePAG, I love your soft pewter AT pumps! I wish they were in stock. I notice AT now has the porcini pumps back in stock, but the shade seems a bit too dark for my liking. (Plus, they no longer seem to be offering their free shipping.)
ReplyDeleteMy faces are #1, AM, and #11, Janine, but everyone looks fab!
ReplyDeleteThis literally could not have come at a better time - I'm starting my first day of work this morning, and I though I'd pop in to check out the outfits. Thanks everyone for your inspiration, and PAG for hosting!
Hi ladies! I'm new on here and love it!
ReplyDeleteMy votes are for #4 Callandra - I love the neutral colors you chose, you look cool and casually professional; and #25 Vana - your outfit is pretty, feminine, and looks cool to wear in the heat.
It's cute that a finance-gal can be quickly recognized by her pencil skirt, skinny belt and overall very neat appearance, while girls in other fields dress less conservatively :)
Special mentions to:
#1 AM: as a Canadian girl myself I recognize your designers and like your pretty white dress with summery cardigan ensemble.
#2 Amanda: I am very impressed that as a PhD student you would dress so chicly! It's not easy during your years of financial restraint yet you look crisp and professional
#3 Anni: you look so cute! and you have such an interesting field of work
#5 Catherine: your bag and skirt are such pretty colors!
#6 Elaine: really adorable outfit! that's a lovely classic string of pearls from Birks
# 7 Elle: great splash of color in your top and mah-jor heels!
I'm running out of time to get ready for my day, but I just wanted to make a point of appreciating everyone's outfits. I'll try to comment about the other entries later! Have a nice day everyone!
Anon@ 4:31 - hi there! These are actually the snakeskin print ones, I ended up returning soft pewter because they were a little dull in comparison : ) I saw a preview of their fall colors and it looks like there will be a gray pump too. Boo about the no free ship though!
ReplyDeleteAnon @ 6:37 - I agree with all your comments...that's what was going through my head as I posted all these. Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by and share your thoughts with these ladies : )
Janine- I won't even tolerate silly self-comments like that! Can't tell you how many times I've wished for some extra lbs, esp in the right places like you!! You're simply gorgeous and lucky to be a petite with curves : )
ReplyDeleteare you for real?! I'll take your word for it and thank you for your kind words!! *hugs*
ReplyDeleteokay, now I have a feeling I went too bright and curvy lookin, pahaha. - oh well
Everyone looks so pretty. My vote is for #12(Jessica) and #5 (Catherine)
ReplyDeleteOh wow! Everybody looks so pretty and there's so much inspiration here, I love it! My two favorite were #12 Jessica and #20 Ping. Great job to everyone!!
ReplyDeleteOkay I'm dumb. There are people with the same name :)
ReplyDeleteMy favorites are #9 and #25! BUT as I said in my first comment, it was incredibly hard to decide!
My favorite two entries are Jessica and Callandra. really like the colors of the outfit, very soft and fermine.
ReplyDeleteEveryone looks GORGEOUS! PAG I love your outfit too, details please!
ReplyDeleteMy favorites are #5 Catherine and #12 Jessica - I love how put together you both look and I strive for my wardrobe as interesting and flawless!
All the submissions are really nice. I Vote for 9 and 20 =)
ReplyDeleteToo bad this contest is only for petite girls :( I'd love to be a part of it :)
ReplyDeleteAnyway, my favorite two entries are #10 Janice and #12 Jessica :)
Good luck to all participants!!
Great contest, Jean ;)
www.monochromachic.com
I vote for number 5 and 11 .... i would love to wear both those outfits to work. you girls look so put together and fashionable! i also think #10 looks awesome, probably b/c i solely shop at banana republic and ann taylor :)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two are Catherine (5) and Janice (9).
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are 4.Callandra and 15.Khatu.
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My favorite two entries are #11 Janine and #24 Thifa.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite entry is #11
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two are numbers 5 and 6, Catherine and Elaine.
ReplyDeleteStylePint and Vana were also fab. Really, all the ladies were exceptionally-dressed! MUST TAKE NOTES
My two favorites entries are #12 Jessica (LOVE that top - very luxurious!!) & #5 Catherine (skirt is so perfect for summer).
ReplyDeleteThere are a few more that I like such as Callandra, PetiteXXS, Stylepint, Love n Salt, and Janice (#9). I love vibrant color for summer outfits.
The pants are letter sized. I'm not sure if you know but there are two AA stores on Newbury. There's one close to Best Busy & Sonsie and there's another one close to where Zara is. If you can't find it at the store, you can buy it here. :) http://www.americanapparel.com/rsa0319s.html
ReplyDeleteMy two faves are #5 [Catherine] + #15 [Khatu]
ReplyDeleteThey seriously all look great though! ;)
xo,
raven
My favorite two entries are #11 Janine and #15 Khatu. I also really like #17 LovesCardigans for the great color blouse and the skirt with layers. Also, yeah for the field of Accounting.
ReplyDeleteMy two favorite entries are #12 Jessica and #5 Catherine. Love the summer looks!
ReplyDeleteSome of these outfits are amazing! Anyways loved #11 Janine and #15 Khatu fierce diplay of high waist trousers! Chic and sooo feminine at the same time.
ReplyDeleteWow love all the entries! My oh my so many accountants hahahaha!
ReplyDeleteI vote #20 ~ Ping
All you ladies look gorgeous! My favorites are def #5- Catherine (love the bag!) and #12- Jessica.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are #4. Callandra and #6. Elaine.
ReplyDelete<33 Rena
My favorite two entries are #5 Catherine and #15 Khatu.
ReplyDeleteI would have liked it bolder/darker shoes on #5 but the bold bag paired with the skirt and the fierce lipstick is to die for!
And huge props to #15 for working those pants for they scream power! Love the decadent jewelry too. =0P
Number #5 is my favorite. It has a clean, bright look that subtly screams summer.
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#11 and #9!
ReplyDeleteMy vote is for #9 (Janice) and 12 (Jessica) only because I would wear something similar for work:)
ReplyDeleteI wish I could vote for everyone!
#4 and #12's outfits are GORGEOUS!!!
ReplyDeleteLoving the whole nude polished look!
My favorite two entries are 15. Khatu of I am Khatu and 19. PetiteXXS
ReplyDeleteI love Khatu's trousers with the pumps!
PetiteXXS's outfit is simple perfect. The color of the cardigan, the dress and the pump go very well together.
love 5 & 16!
ReplyDeleteyour BR dress is beautiful. love the colour and fit!
roxy
http://roxybeautyblog.blogspot.com/
My favorite two entries are #11/Janine G
ReplyDeleteMy two entries are #15/Khatu (she totally rocked it in those pants. They're off beat and kind of funky without being inappropriate for the office.) and #23 for being really sassy and quirky without being outlandish.
ReplyDeleteMad flavour.
My favorite two entries are #5 catherine & #10 Janice because those are 2 outfits I would see myself wearing to work.
ReplyDeleteMy 2 favorites were Janice and ReallyPetite.
ReplyDeleteI love their outfits because they really caught my eye, BUT they are also very summery. It was SO hard because I also adored Khatu's outfit and all of them were lovely!
My favorite entry is #4 Callandra because her outfit looks very chic and well thought out!
ReplyDeleteGreat outfits!! My favorite 2 are:
ReplyDelete5. Catherine
AND
10. Janice
#5 (Cute skirt colors!)and #9
ReplyDeleteI vote for 5 Catherine, work appropriate but also captures the feel of summer
ReplyDeleteI vote for #4 Callandra! I love her neutral coordinate!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are #5 (Catherine) and #15 (Khatu).
ReplyDeleteEveryone looks fabulous!
My favorite entries are Callandra (#4) and Elle (#7)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are #4 (Callandra) and #23 (StylePint).
ReplyDeleteLove seeing everyone's outfits! My favorites are #5 Catherine and #15 Khatu.
ReplyDeleteOne vote for #21
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are #7 (Elle) and #9 (Jessice).
ReplyDeleteBut all the ladies congrats, really great ideas for clothes!
Dani Freitas
My favorite outfits are Callandra and StylePint. I love the mix of texture, print, and color!!! Callandra's is very chic and still a bit romantic - perfect!!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two are 12. Jessica and 21. ReallyPetite. Good luck tallying!!
ReplyDeleteMy favorites are Callandra (4) and Khatu (15), both super chic and sophisticated!
ReplyDeleteHey gorgeous :) this contest had so many great entries, it looked like everyone put in a good effort. My picks were #10 Janice and #15 Khatu, but everyone's look was simple, clean, and sophisticated. I got some cute ideas!
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I adore #5. Love that skirt w/ the belt! A very modern, yet classic outfit). And #21! Beautiful and classy.
ReplyDelete15 is my fav! :).
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two are #9 and #12 because they are very similar to what I would wear.
ReplyDeleteEveryone looks great!
My favorites are Catherine and Elaine. I especially love Catherine's skirt! Lovely! :)
ReplyDeleteI love Callandra - 4 and Janice - 9. Both are very wearable for business workplace but are still so feminine.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are #4 Callandra and #5 Catherine.
ReplyDelete"My favorite two entries are # 12 Jessica & # 15 Khatu.
ReplyDeletethis is such a good idea! i would love to participate if you do it again ;)
My favorite two entries are #4 Callandra and #12 Jessica. Love the neutral colors!
ReplyDeleteSeeing all these summer outfits makes me want to go shopping for more work clothes.
My favorite two entries are #6 Elaine and #14 Keshia.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are #9 Janice (#1) and #21 Really Petite.
ReplyDeleteI guess I'm really digging cute ruffled blouses/tops with a slim pencil skirt!
My favorite two entries are #4 Callandra (so chic) and #5 Catherine (reminiscent of summer yet polished and professional).
ReplyDeleteThey are outfits that could cross over different types of jobs. Love your outfit, Jean!
My favourite entires are 9 & 21.
ReplyDeleteSpecial mentions all other entries. They all are very lovely.
I vote for #4 and #12.
ReplyDeleteAll these ladies look great! Wow, I thought I was really petite, now I just think I'm short! :o)
ReplyDeleteMy votes go to:
#10 Janice & #11 Janine
My favorite entries are Janice and Callandra. You all look fantastic ladies!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are #7 Elle and #9 Janice!
ReplyDeleteThis is really hard...but I am voting for #15...yes that is 15....not only I love her blogs and style but her outfit is just very fab...
ReplyDeleteGoodluck to you gals...
Sweet
www.pensandlens.me
My favorite two entries are #5 (Catherine) & #6 (Elaine)
ReplyDeleteBut I like a LOT of the outfits!!! Great job, petite girls! :)
Everyone did a great job. It was soooo hard to choose but I'll go with #5 & #12.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite entries are #4 and #10.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing everyone's great style!
My favorites are #10 and #12. Loved seeing everyone, they looked GREAT =)
ReplyDeleteI love #4 and #12. They picked pieces from a lot of different places and put them together so well!
ReplyDeleteMy favorites are #9 Janice and #5 Catherine. They all look great though! :)
ReplyDeleteBy far my favorite is Catherine, number 5. Distant second is Janine, number 11.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, commenting doesn't seem to be working in Firefox. I tried 3 or 4 times. It worked in Safari.
ReplyDelete4 or 12, for sure. Love the girly neutrals and bummed I didn't enter myself!
ReplyDeleteOk after my vote, I need to ask you, please, please more pictures of this amazing dress that you are wearing, I am in love!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd thank you for your post, I have been looking like crazy for some inspiration of working outfits and you and your clothes are just perfect!
Thank you,
Kisses and hugs from Brazil.
Dani freitas
It's so awesome that so many people entered your giveaway! I had a crazy weekend and totally forgot until Monday afternoon at work =X Next time next time!
ReplyDeleteI vote for #9 Janice and #21 ReallyPetite!
My two faves are: Janice #16 and Ping #20!
ReplyDelete#15 KHATUUUUUU
ReplyDeleteI vote for #5 Catherine and #9 Janice. I like how they are wearing accesories and patterns.
ReplyDeleteI have to say that I also like Khatu and Ping.
Great contest, loooove your blog.
My favorite two entries are 15 (Khatu) and 12 (Jessica)!
ReplyDeleteBut I have to say, I really really liek your outfit too - simple yet so effective!
#5 Catherine: This complete outfit & appropriate accessories scream FUN summer work-wear.
ReplyDelete#14 Keshia: Who knew blue and purple would go so well together?! Bright color combos brighten up the office during summertime.
My favorite two entries are Janice (#9) and Really Petite (#21).
ReplyDeleteYou're gonna allow anonymous entries? They could be anyone.
ReplyDelete#11
ReplyDeleteDani - thank you! I will post more pics of it later : )
ReplyDeleteAnonymous @ 4:50PM - since the votes are so close, I've been actively monitoring the comments. Unfortunately a few votes (both anonymous and non-anonymous) will not be included for various reasons (ie. voters who are not actual readers who didn't even read this post, repeat votes).
My two favorite entries are #5 and #15. :)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are: 4 Callandra and 16 Love n Salt.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Jessica-- she has a good eye for fashion! I vote for #9 Janice and #21 ReallyPetite, with a particular shout-out for PAG's blue dress at the top of the page, but I suspect she's not in the running. Great job everyone!
ReplyDeleteVoting is now closed! Wish me luck tallying these up!
ReplyDeleteCara - aw, thank you, but I don't think I am in the running either, and if I were I did not get any votes : )
Whoops I didn't realize there were two Janices!This is Jessica from July 16 at 12:21. I meant Janice #9. Sorry about the confusion!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite two entries are 11. Janine of A Petite Diva and 21. ReallyPetite
ReplyDeleteoops, hahaha, I meant Janice #9 :-)
ReplyDeleteExcellent tips and a great article. Nicely done!
ReplyDeletewow that's great....
9 & 4 !! great post
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