fabulous friday!

Today’s giveaway is a whopping $200 gift certificate from new sponsor, Tea, a colorful clothing line based in sunny San Francisco.

Tea has a passion for exploring different cultures and bases each of their collections from their travels around the world.  Say hello to their 2012 spring line, inspired by their recent trip to Bali.

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Along their journey, Tea designers were enamored with Bali’s dance, music, painting, woodworking, and jewelry making, as well as the island’s rich ikat and batik textiles.  This line is a modern interpretation on traditional Indonesian patterns and Balinese rituals.

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If you’re like me and can’t decide which pieces you like best, Tea offers these precious wardrobe sets for around $125.  For the girls I like the 6 piece Magnolia Batik set and for the boys the 5 piece Tiger Jungle set.

A few of my faves on their site:

The Dharma dress for playtime.  Only 39 buckaroos.

And these clever kicks called Sanuk Limelight Sandals.  Hello, sassy.

How about some art to go with those sparkly sneaks?  I love portable creativity.

Tea recently launched their women’s collection in that same easy-going, culturally connected spirit.  I’m digging this ikat tunic

THE GIVEAWAY:

A $200 Tea shopping spree which will get you loads of goodies in either their children, baby or women’s clothing line, sale section, arts and crafts, shoes and more.  Someone’s going to have a blast!

HOW TO WIN:

Tell us the most exotic place you’ve traveled or hope to visit someday!

Winner announced Sunday.

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On a sidenote, I discovered this really cool journey of photos Tea shares from each of their destinations (Japan, Old World Hungary, Mexico, Norway,  West Africa and more). The Norway pics were one my favorites.  Look at this amazing church they found.  The architecture against the mountaintops is breath-taking.  Imagine the history there…

And I’ll leave you with this image from their trip to Catalonia.

Hmmm, I wonder if they need two parents and four super cute kiddos to go with them on their next shoot afar??

Happy Friday, friends!!

By Seleta | 173 Comments

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    Mary March 2, 2012

    My daughter would love those sparkly shoes! Thailand….I have been there twice and they have the most beautiful beaches

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    Elizabeth March 2, 2012

    Good morning from L.A.!

    Having lived around the world and visited various countries, the most wonderful had to be Tokyo and Kyoto. The history that surrounds you with every step you take is amazing! returning home to the US makes you realize how young we really are. Japan is a country steeped in tradition and appreciative of family values. It was a wonderful place to live with our children, and though we lived through the tragic tsunami and earthquake of March 11th, we cannot wait to go back for an extended stay! Enjoy your weekend…

    Warmly,

    Elizabeth

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    Meredith K. March 2, 2012

    No kiddos for me yet, but I have a sweet little niece that would look adorable in all of those clothes!! I bet I could find some for myself too :) And I would love, love, love to go to Greece someday!!!

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    Melissa March 2, 2012

    The most exotic place I’ve been is Maui.

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    pve March 2, 2012

    Most exotic place would be China. What a great site and I have been sending you sparkly thoughts!
    pve

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    Elissa March 2, 2012

    Oh, that’s a fantastic giveaway! I haven’t been anywhere too exotic (Caymen Islands– maybe?) but I am leaving on a whirlwind trip to Italy in 6 days! No kids– just me and my husband :)

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    Julie March 2, 2012

    What an amazing giveaway…I love Tea! Probably the most exotic place I’ve visited is Kenya when I was a kid!

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    Rebecca March 2, 2012

    Most exotic – Bora Bora. It was incredibly relaxing! Want to go back so bad.

    As far as Tea clothing – I absolutely love it. I have a 14 month old and she looks precious in her little dresses – not too frilly but still super cute.

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    sarah March 2, 2012

    most exotic place i’ve been to? it would have to be the caribbean with my hubby on a cruise. we hit st. maarten and st. thomas…..my two favorite islands ever. i loved seeing the old world countries in the “new world” islands. it took my breath away and took me back in time.

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    Jill March 2, 2012

    LOVE these pieces and would love to win!!! The most exotic place I’ve visited is Mexico. I’ve been there twice and it’s so beautiful. Now they say it’s not safe to travel there, and I’m so thankful that I had the opportunity to visit when I did.

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    kelly March 2, 2012

    I haven’t traveled much, but I’d love to see Australia someday and hold a koala bear! I am obsessed with Tea for my little girl. Awesome giveaway!

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    Catherine S March 2, 2012

    Wow…I love Tea. My daughter has a few dresses and they are just darling. I would love to go to Hawaii some day…hint hint to my husband.

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    Aunt Kathi March 2, 2012

    The clothes are precious and the “white” photos dreamy. I’ve been following ikat patterns for a good while and, also, love their use in the design world.

    The clothes make me wish the girls were little again. Have a great weekend!

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    Kim from 3 peanuts March 2, 2012

    Oh dear! I have not really been to “exotic” places as I am afraid of flying. I would have to say St. Lucia or Antigua were the most exotic locales. But I sure would love to go to Bora Bora someday! I LOVE Tea clothing. I buy my daughter a few pieces each year and they look so good one her.

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    Kristinabeachmamato2 March 2, 2012

    I can’t say that I have ever been anywhere very exotic, but I think that my kids would have a great time wearing Tea’s great line as they explore Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom in May. Their clothes breathe so well when it is warmer out.

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    kristen March 2, 2012

    sadly I have traveled quite a bit but wouldn’t describe the destinations as exotic per se. My favorite places have been Capri, Maui, and Munich although I FULLY INTEND on spending a week in Tahiti sooner rather than later. My girls NEED a wardrobe update and Tea is one of my favs!!!

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    Danielle March 2, 2012

    My husband and I honeymooned in Aruba. It was fabulous and I’d love to be there right now! Thanks for the wonderful giveaway!!

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    Katie March 2, 2012

    The sad thing is I have never been anywhere that would be considered exotic! I have high hopes that someday my husband and I will take a very long and overdue honeymoon and just travel the world. I would love to go to Greese, Italy, France, UK, Irland and of course lots of warm and sunny beaches!

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    Ashley March 2, 2012

    Not exactly exotic but I loved exploring Budapest! Thanks for the chance to win the Tea loot, we love their stuff!

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    Cindy March 2, 2012

    Most exotic for my was a special trip to Bueno Aires. Loved it, but sure would love to travel to Thailand…I hear the people are just amazing. Thanks for the great chance!

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    Leah March 2, 2012

    Prague isn’t the most exotic (as in tropical) place in the world, but I feel it is one of the most beautiful.

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    Alexis March 2, 2012

    When I was in high school, I lived in Hong Kong with my parents. It was cool to live there, but the best part was being close to tons of amazing exotic locales for vacation and school trips. Bali is amazing. I also loved visiting Thailand, Vietnam and Nepal. More recently, in my adult life, my husband and I went to New Delhi a few years back for a wedding. India is a place I want to return to very soon. Just incredible. I would LOVE some Tea Collection stuff for my twin toddlers who currently keep us close to home.

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    Jennifer March 2, 2012

    The most exotic place i’ve been was Kaui, HI on my honeymoon. We kayked the river and hiked to the ruins that lead to one of the most beautiful waterfalls i’ve ever seen. I was however, quite shocked to see roosters everywhere.

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    Stephanie March 2, 2012

    I love the women’s tunics and necklaces – so pretty! My exotic vacation dream is to take a train ride through Russia (in the summer, of course!).

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    Kathy March 2, 2012

    I have a long list of places that I want to visit some day. Some exotic, some not so much. Paris is first on my list and I would love to go to Kenya and go on safari some day. Most of our travel thus far has been in the U.S. I did go on two separate windjammer cruises in the Bahamas when I was a teenager. Does that count as exotic? I love Tea and their clothing. My daughter would love their clothes and I would love that Ikat tunic!

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    Molly March 2, 2012

    The most exotic place I have visited was the Dominican Republic. My husband and I spent a week there after we got married. I have a feeling we won’t be going anywhere exotic for quite some time since we have 5 little ones at home. Love the Tea Collection – Have a family pic coming up and was thinking of picking out an outfit for kids…couldn’t come at a better time.

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    sarah March 2, 2012

    I love the tea collection! My daughter has several outfits from them- what a great new sponsor!

    When I was a teenager I got to travel to Costa Rica and fell in love with the sun, the sand and mountains!

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    Jess March 2, 2012

    Thanks for introducing me to this fabulous line! Loving all the darling items for the wee bits! So cute!
    I would love to visit Australia some day, I follow several Aussie blogs and it looks like a delightful place!

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    Rachael Olson March 2, 2012

    With almost 4 kids I would love some quality clothes!!! I haven’t been anywhere exotic but I would love to go just about anywhere!!

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    Stacilyn March 2, 2012

    Love their lines! I think several of my nieces and nephews would look fabulous in their pieces!

    My “Someday” list has Morocco in the number one spot. All the color, smells, tastes and adventures that I can imagine happening there have had me enamored for years!

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    Taylor March 2, 2012

    The most exotic place I’ve ever been is the Hawaiian island of Oahu. I loved every second of it & would love to go back someday to explore Maui.

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    Teresa S. March 2, 2012

    These are fantastic! I am excited that they are a new sponsor! The most exotic place I have visited is probably fiji, but we have also lived in Hawaii, Guam, Australia, and Germany. Not too bad if you ask me! Next on my list (although I wouldn’t call it exotic) is to visit Scotland.

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    Danene March 2, 2012

    I loved touring Costa Rica!

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    Kate March 2, 2012

    Love Tea clothes for my daughter! Not sure if it qualifies as exotic but I thought Switzerland was gorgeous!

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    Gigi March 2, 2012

    I love the Cinque Terre region of Italy but I’m blessed to live on the west coast of Florida and that’s pretty exotic.

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    Sarah R March 2, 2012

    Oh!!! SOOO love Tea…My Little Guy is 13 months and would look so precious in their new collection this summer! My most exotic trip was to St John (USVI) several years ago (absolutely beautiful!). I was then sick for 3 years with UC and had my 1st baby, so I hope to travel with my new little family now that I’m healthy again!

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    Cammee March 2, 2012

    Kauai is the most exotic i have gotten, but I’ll take it since it’s one of my favorite places. We love Tea Clothing, great quality and design.

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    laurenbtrain March 2, 2012

    Kenya on a mission trip, Israel on vacation and Belize on my honeymoon!

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    Tiffanie March 2, 2012

    I could certainly put that $200 to good use. Tea collection is one of my most favorite line for kiddos.

    Hands down Lake Como, Italy is the most magical place I’ve ever visited. We hiked (with me in a dress… hubby forgot to tell me hiking was on the itinerary) to a castle on Varenna. That was magical.

    Thanks for the giveaway.

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    Christina March 2, 2012

    An African safari is on my bucket list.

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    Susan March 2, 2012

    We do love Tea clothes around our house. Thanks! As for travel, china for three weeks. It was magical.

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    Kate Varga March 2, 2012

    Hmmm….the most exotic place I have ever been was northern Michigan…anyone who has ever been knows it’s a world of its own…haha. The locals call it God’s Country. ;)

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    jamie March 2, 2012

    I love Tea Collection!!! Their clothes are adorable and last so well which is important when you have 2 girls! The most exotic place I’ve visited is Mexico but I would love to go to Fiji :)

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    Jane March 2, 2012

    Thanks for doing this giveaway! Although I want to travel just about EVERYWHERE, the most exotic place I’ve ever been is Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The people, culture, mountains, and beaches…amazing!

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    leslie b. March 2, 2012

    daydreaming of cuba.
    xoxo

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    jane March 2, 2012

    Thanks for doing this giveaway! Although I want to travel just about EVERYWHERE, the most exotic place I’ve been is Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The people, the culture, the food, the music, the mountains and the beachs…amazing!

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    Ashley T March 2, 2012

    Nicaragua! To their capital and Puerto Cabezas, where we built a few homes. Their culture is amazing and I love their crazy weather!

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    jane March 2, 2012

    *beaches

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    Ashley K March 2, 2012

    I could put $200 to good use – the clothes are just beautiful.

    My husband and I went to Maui on our honeymoon, but we would love to travel to Ireland.

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    pam March 2, 2012

    hmmm, does maui count as exotic? certainly beautiful. love their shop. thanks for the introduction, seleta. have a great weekend! pam

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    Claire March 2, 2012

    Ever since I saw the movie Mamma Mia, I have been dying to visit the island where it was filmed! Until I win the lottery, I could just use the $200 to get an outfit that makes me feel as though I’m there…

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    CArolyn March 2, 2012

    My visit this past fall to the tiny Alaskan village Ninilchick was the most exotic I have ever had. The village is nestled at the base of a high rocky plain and displays the Russian influence in Alaska. Just walking paths and nothing out of plastic or anything other than natural materials. No signs, or any sign of modernity. The tiny houses and the church spire looked as though they were on the Volga. It was magic.

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    Lisa March 2, 2012

    My dream exotic trip would be to Bora Bora – it looks like the most beautiful place on earth!

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    Eileen March 2, 2012

    Oh, I just love Tea, so I have to enter this give away! We love the Caribbean and have been there a bunch of times. I guess the most ‘exotic’ island we visited was Anguilla. We actually got married there! We are also visiting Hawaii in a couple of months and I hear that is exotic… Can’t wait to experience Hawaii and taste their delicious food!

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    nicole h March 2, 2012

    What an amazing giveaway! The most exotic place I have traveled to is Vietnam. The beaches were beautiful but the food caused me to dash to the bathroom a few times! Overall an amazing trip! The most exotic place I would like to travel to that I haven’t yet been able to is Romania. I don’t know if it is considered exotic but it is far away and not a super popular tourist destination. I think the language is beautiful, my sister and I are trying to teach ourselves Romanian and have plans to travel there and volunteer in orphanages. I would also like to serve a humanitarian mission there through my church. I don’t know why specifically Romania calls to me, but it does!

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    Mackenzie March 2, 2012

    My hubby and I spent a fabulous week in Kona in March 2010, and I’d love to go back sometime! Of course, I’d also love to score some new Tea goodies with this shopping spree :-)!

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    Nancy Powell March 2, 2012

    I love the tropics. Ive been to Cancun, Jamaica, Bermuda, Bahamas…now I’d like to go somewhere off the beaten path like Bali or Fiji or even “on the beaten path ” of Hawaii- never been! Thanks for introducing TEA!
    Nancy
    Powellbrowerhome.com

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    Caroline March 2, 2012

    Dreamy photos! I love these, and they are getting me excited to think about our first vacation this June since having our son. I am seriously devouring this TEA collection and would love to try for a chance to win! Thanks Seleta:)

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    Emily March 2, 2012

    I absolutely love Tea! What a fantastic giveaway. The most exotic (and rather obscure) country I’ve visited is Suriname, a tiny country in South America. It’s name translates to ‘home of various cultures’ and it’s just that- in addition to it’s rain forest, jungle, coast… it’s simply amazing!

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    cindy March 2, 2012

    What a fun stylish clothing company! One of our family’s favorite spots is right there at the end of your post. We loved staying in romantic Cadaques, Spain just south of the French border in Catalonia.

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    Shauna March 2, 2012

    Me and my husband went to Panama for our honeymoon and had such a great time! (We are acutally looking at real estate there right now we loved it so much!!!) All of Tea’s clothes look so comfy…perfect for beach house hunting!!! :)

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    Nancy March 2, 2012

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    I haven’t been anywhere I would consider exotic, but I am hoping to travel to africa one day soon!

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    CPK March 2, 2012

    I’ve been to Krabi, Thailand….best vacation spot hands down. White sands, clear water, great weather, $3 massages per HOUR, cheap food, great shopping…how can you resist?

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    Richelle March 2, 2012

    I visited a buddhist temple in the mountains of Kyoto, Japan. So exotic and meditating. Beautiful moss was everywhere. I would love to have my 6 yr. old try out some of the Tea outfits.

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    Angela March 2, 2012

    What a generous giveaway! The collection is beautiful. On the top of my list of places to travel (someday) – Thailand and Bali. The most exotic I have actually visited – Kauai, Mexico, Japan. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!

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    Molly March 2, 2012

    What a great giveaway!!! :) I haven’t been anywhere exotic, but I hope to make it to Hawaii sometime.

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    Rachel March 2, 2012

    Kona, Hawaii! :)

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    Whitney March 2, 2012

    The most exotic place I’ve been…Isla Mujeres off the coast of Cancun in Mexico. Although we are headed to Grasse, France this summer and I’m super excited!

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    Valeria March 2, 2012

    Me and my husband went to Los Roques Islands (Venezuela) for our honeymoon. The most exotic and beautiful place I ever been, white sand and clear water, just AMAZING!!!

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    Leslie March 2, 2012

    Hawaii with my husband on our honeymoon. snorkeling on the napali coast. perfect beauty. thanks for your wonderful blog and great giveaway.

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    Natalie March 2, 2012

    I don’t know if Italy is exotic….but I loved it! Would love to hit up some bora bora one day…do the whole hut over the water thing :) love tea collection! My daughter has several of their pieces.

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    Renee March 2, 2012

    The most exotic place I have ever visited is Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands. It is so beautiful-bright turquoise water, foggy mountains, and goats and chickens roaming freely down the winding roads. Straight out of a travel magazine!

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    Connie March 2, 2012

    I would love to travel to Italy with my family! I love how TEA incorporates all the colors and culture into their lines while keeping with their own look. Thank you for this giveaway!

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    Willow March 2, 2012

    The most exotic place I’ve been is Turks and Caicos….SO beautiful!

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    Lexie March 2, 2012

    This Tea collection is stunning. Their clothes go so beautifully from playdate to party. I am dreaming lately of the amazing provincial town of Aix and all the magic and memories that it holds for me!

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    Kerry March 2, 2012

    The most beautiful place I have ever been to is Grand Cayman. The pictures of this collection remind me a lot of all the colors we saw there. Keeping my fingers crossed I win!

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    Allison A, March 2, 2012

    What a lovely collection of clothing! When I was in my 20′s I sailed with 6 guys from San Francisco all the way to Tahiti. It took us a little over a month…the scary part….going through pirate waters and having pirates board our boat. It was quite the experience. One day soon I would love to visit Cambodia.

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    karlee March 2, 2012

    I’ve been so some pretty exotic places in Haiti- but I would loooove to visit Figi someday for a more luxurious vaca!

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    Teresa March 2, 2012

    Beautiful! I can’t say I’ve been anywhere exotic, but we’d like to do some traveling with our children when they’re older… Thanks!

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    Lori March 2, 2012

    The most exotic place I’ve ever visited is the Cook Islands in the South Pacific!

    PS: I LOVE Tea Collection!

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    Andrea Morris March 2, 2012

    We love to travel to Kauai and Costa Rica often and I find that they are both exotic and amazing places. I hope to get to Bali and New Zealand as well!! Dreaming of a bungalow over the water!

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    Maggie @ Midwestern March 2, 2012

    Oh, I absolutely love Tea! Thank you so so much for the chance to win!

    The most exotic place I’ve ever been is probably Hawaii…but I was only 8, sooooo…does that still count? OH! Maybe the French Riviera??? I was in high school, but old enough to appreciate it’s beauty…;)

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    Mimi March 2, 2012

    We have lived all over the world, each place and it’s people were unique and very special. My favorite home away from home will always be Scotland!

    Such a charming collection of clothing. Thank you for sharing.

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    Mo March 2, 2012

    Great products! The most exotic place I’ve been is Turkey; the ancient city of Ephesus and its ruins are amazing!

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    Kim March 2, 2012

    Cute clothes. I have been on a few Carribean cruises and have been to Hawaii three times. I believe I loved Maui the best.

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    andrea March 2, 2012

    I love Tea. I think this is my favorite line from them so far since the most exotic place I have been to is Bali! I went there 10 years ago with my husband before our first child was born. I am a scared flyer so I don’t think I will want to fly that far again. It was one of the best experiences of my life. I look at pictures and can’t believe I was really there!

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    susie March 2, 2012

    bali, india, turkey, morocco, china, africa….. the list is exhaustive. the world is a big, beautiful and exotic place.

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    Penny March 2, 2012

    I lived in Hawaii for 2 yrs, many yrs ago but my favorite place I’ve been is Stockholm, Sweden. Not exotic but so much history and what a beautiful city. I love Tea Collection. I’ve bought dresses from them for my granddaughters.

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    Amy March 2, 2012

    Interlaken, Switzerland…ironically, just blogged about it too :)!

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    Cassie Tolbert March 2, 2012

    We went to St. Lucia on our honeymoon and it was amazing. Hopefully we will get the opportunity to travel to many other places such as Tahiti or Bali!!

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    Lindsey March 2, 2012

    The most exotic place I have been is Hawaii! My son and I went a few years back and LOVED it! I actually considered taking a nurse travel job one summer just for an excuse to go back!

    Bora Bora is the most exotic place I hope to go, and hopefully it will be for my honeymoon!! **fingers crossed** :)

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    Kathryn March 2, 2012

    Does being from Australia count?? :) I guess the most adventurous we got was moving from Australia to Texas – LOL! Remote beaches in Western Australia are spectacular, as is the beautiful red desert in the middle of Australia – we called Alice Springs home for 4 years and would move back in a heart beat! Something about that red earth that gets into your blood. The Tea Collection is beautiful – we already have a few pieces from previous years – excellent excellent quality and so pretty. Love them! Thanks for the chance to add more :)

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    Karen March 2, 2012

    Love some Tea!! I have some that all three of my boys have worn that I’m having a hard time parting with. The most exotic place I’ve ever been is Bali – we stayed inland and on the beach – a beatufiful place.

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    Ann March 2, 2012

    What great clothes. I love it.
    I would have to say the most exotic place I have lived is Costa Rica. I was only 10 but I remember it being really beautiful.
    Ann

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    Leigh I March 2, 2012

    I would love to go to Puerto Rico. The most exotic place I have been to is Hawaii. Thanks for the giveaway!

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    Catherine M March 2, 2012

    I haven’t been anywhere too exotic, but the beaches of Southern Italy were gorgeous! Very cute clothes :)

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    Heidi B March 2, 2012

    The most exotic place I’ve visited was Volubilis, Morocco. Casa Blanca it’s not, but terrific Roman ruins. That was before a three year old boy took over my life. How I’d love for either him or me to sport a Tea outfit as we’re kicking around our local stomping grounds–”Here’s looking at you kid!”

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    sydney85 March 2, 2012

    My most exotic place is Paris. The sights, the food and the people were such a joy to my husband and I. I knew I would have a great time in Paris but I really had an amazing time!

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    Teresa March 2, 2012

    I’ve been to Southern France and Nevis which were both beautiful, but that’s about it for exotic places. I’d love to do more traveling in the Caribbean and maybe tour northern Europe.

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    elaine March 2, 2012

    My most memorable trip was when I was 9, my father sent me to his village in Greece, alone! Imagine taking a flight to Greece, when I arrived my realatives picked me up, they didnt know english, I didnt speak Greek very well at all. I was there for 6 weeks, in the mountainous village with cobblestone roads, adorable shops and every morning my aunt would open my bedroom window, below there was a bakery and I can still smell the bread baking like it was yesterday, 41 years ago! Its my favorite memory still. My wish list is Denmark, Japan, Portugal, Spain, Cannes, St Tropez, Budapest to name a few! Bali and some other exotic trips too..Love the Tea catalogue!

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    Anna March 2, 2012

    The Karen Hilltribe of Northern Thailand. I spent Easter there years ago and the memory of those simple, kind, gracious people has stayed with me ever since. Although they had no running water, electricity or roads, they were one of the most hospitable and happy people I have ever met. I attended a small church service where the local women sung beautiful hymns in acapella. Surrounded by the morning mist, mountains and crisp cool air, I think about that day every Easter as I sit in church surrounded by today’s modern conveniences.

    P.s. LOVE LOVE LOVE the clothes!!

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    Margo Quiriconi March 2, 2012

    Most exotic place I dream of: Easter Island. My niece would look great in those sparkly shoes! This line is wonderful and oh so, exotic!

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    Kristel March 2, 2012

    If I could convince my husband to let us fly on a plane, I would LOVE to visit Hawaii…it just seems like such a beautiful and peaceful place.

    -Kristel

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    Susan March 2, 2012

    Lovely! Uruguay tops my list. Costa Rica is a close second though.

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    emily March 2, 2012

    I lived in Krakow, Poland studying Architecture for a semester…while not “exotic” it was one of the most wonderful experiences of my life.

    Love the new TEA collection. My girls have been wearing TEA since they were infants!

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    susan b.l. March 2, 2012

    exotic? probably the Seychelles. just getting there was exotic. we had a two day layover in Nairobi (not because of delays, that was just how it was!) we would love to return! thanks for the chance to win your generous giveaway!

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    Antinette March 2, 2012

    The most exotic place I’ve ever been (and the most memorable/special/amazing) was traveling to China to bring home our little girl! We love to dress her in Tea- and she loves all of her Tea clothing!

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    Ayanna March 2, 2012

    My daughter loves their comfy dresses. I love their boy’s t-shirts as well. I would love to visit Athens and see ancient Greek monuments. I love studying ancient architecture.

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    Ashley March 2, 2012

    The most exciting place I have been is St Lucia on my honeymoon. I would love to visit so many other places, Ireland, Easter Island, Italy, Australia…..

    Pick me!!!

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    shay shelton March 2, 2012

    we love Tea clothing.. I was lucky enough to go to Bali for my honeymoon! it’s far but, so glad we were able to go.

    thank you!

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    Leigh March 2, 2012

    Oh my goodness, what beautiful clothes! Most exotic destination I’ve been to – Hawaiian honeymoon of course! Next on the list – not really exotic per say but Napa Valley is next up if I can get my husband to agree!

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    Vicki March 2, 2012

    New Zealand! Unbelievably beautiful!

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    Kelly March 2, 2012

    I got to go to New Zealand in college. It was an amazing experience to stay with a family there. Kelly

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    Taylor March 2, 2012

    My sister lives in South Korea and I went and visited her this past year. I absolutely loved everything about the country. The most exotic thing was the food… especially the LIVE octopus! :)

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    Hilary March 2, 2012

    I have always wanted to travel to th Maldives. Tropical beaches, fruity cocktail drinks, warm water, perfect sunsets and ever lasting days…….maybe one day!

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    Kimberly Pink March 2, 2012

    I believe the most exotic place I’ve visited was St. Thomas. I’d really love to have the opportunity to go on a vacation where I could stay in hut perched over beautiful crystal clear tropical waters someday.

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    lisa March 2, 2012

    I’d love to travel ANYWHERE tropical! I love adventure. Snorkeling in clear beautiful waters, then relaxing on a wonderful beach. I’d love to collect sand from all over the world and put it in wonderful glass bottles.
    One day…

    lisag

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    leslie March 2, 2012

    New Zealand would be a great choice or Greece. I’ve love to go to great beaches as I love warm weather. I’m ready for spring!

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    Karen March 2, 2012

    We have been dreaming of going to Costa Rica. I love the colors used in the Tea collection.

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    Kalani March 2, 2012

    I think I’d like to go to Thailand! Very beautiful & I love the food!

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    Laura R. March 3, 2012

    OOOhhh! Tulum! Pretty exotic down in Yucatan! Love this collection!

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    Laura R. March 3, 2012

    OOOhhh! Tulum! Pretty exotic down in Yucatan! Love this collection!

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    Amy Greif March 3, 2012

    Last summer took out two daughters to Paris and London which was a dream come true and we had a wonderful week exploring. Would love to try somewhere very exotic, Greek isles….one can dream! Have always admired the Tea collection….thanks for chance.

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    Christine March 3, 2012

    The most exotic place I’ve been was the South Island of New Zealand. The house my family rented was only accessible by boat. It was breathtakingly beautiful waking up in the middle of the fiord’s.

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    Tara Teverbaugh March 3, 2012

    Jost Van Dyke, BVI was the most incredible spot I’ve visited to date. Love all the Tea collection and would be so excited to pick a few items for my daughter. Thanks!

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    Kelly March 3, 2012

    My husband and I have always wanted to go to Morocco. I think one of the tunics would look perfect on me while I travel there.

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    Jen March 3, 2012

    In high school, I visited Costa Rica with my parents. It was amazing! Would love to take my boys there someday.

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    Susan G March 3, 2012

    Key West is one place that comes to mind….my husband and I are planning a trip to France and Italy to celebrate our 35th wedding anniversary….so excited! Those TEA clothes would be perfect for any of our three precious grand babes!

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    Tiffany Larson March 3, 2012

    I loved Costa Rica and am headed to the Dominican Republic at the end of the year!

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    Kathleen b March 3, 2012

    I haven’t been anywhere exotic yet but maybe someday we will go somewhere in the south pacific or caribbean??

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    Katie March 3, 2012

    Most exotic would be our trip to Hong Kong/China/Macau!

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    no35style March 3, 2012

    darling clothes! my husband and i went to the bahamas for our honeymoon..loved it there!

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    Kathryn Burkhalter March 3, 2012

    Costa Rica…where Toucan Sam really comes to life and poison dart frogs are brighter blue and orange than anything I’ve ever seen in nature!

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    Melaine Thompson March 3, 2012

    Oh my! Well, I don’t know about exotic, but I traveled to Guatemala when my sister was in the process of adopting her baby boy, and it was truly magical. Gorgeous, friendly, hot, and beautiful! A trip I will never forget! xoxo, Melaine

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    Amy March 3, 2012

    Definitely camping in the Maasai Mara in Kenya, listening to hyenas howl all night long.

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    Patty March 3, 2012

    Wow…..what gorgeous designs….I’d love to win some of their ladies items! The most gorgeous place I’ve been lucky enough to go is Hawaii…….and seeing whales swimming up the coast…..want to go back there one day.

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    Kristi C March 3, 2012

    Love the Tea Collection! I would say the most exotic place I have been is Punta Cana on my honeymoon although there are more exotic places I would love to go!

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    Amy Holcomb March 3, 2012

    Oh I just love this company!!!

    My heart is in Bermuda!! Just love it there!

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    Lizziefitz March 3, 2012

    Tea is so adorable! Positano , Italy .love

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    Kelly March 3, 2012

    When I think “exotic” I think of tropical place or also places like India or Turkey. While I love to travel, I’m not really a beachy person…I stick to cities or mountains in the country. So I don’t think I would say I have been anywhere “exotic”. But I have travelled to Paris twice (once to get married) and it’s my favorite city, so I’ll say Paris. :)

    On that note, the Tea brand is one of my favorites. Most of my 1 1/2 year old son’s clothes are Tea brand.

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    Christy March 3, 2012

    Fiji has been the most amazing place my husband and I have visited. It was before we had children and I would love to visit again so that our children can experience it just as we did. Not only is it naturally beautiful, but the people are incredibly kind. They live a simple life and are genuinely happy – so full of life!

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    Rachel March 3, 2012

    I spent one summer in Japan visiting cities and the countryside. It was beautiful and exotic–a truly priceless experience.

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    Phebe Mott March 3, 2012

    I would lovelovelove to go to Scotland some day. I took Highland dance for years when I was a kid and would love to see the real thing, live!

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    Priscilla March 3, 2012

    Hi Seleta, I would love to go to Hawaii some day. Bali looks amazingly beautiful too. I love Tea clothes. I bought my daughter the cutest, natural leaf green skirt with a pretty little brown floral print on it from a discount site. My it would be so nice to walk the land in Bali.

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    Lisa March 3, 2012

    The most exotic place I have been to is China. Such a different culture to North America.
    If I could pick another exotic location it would be New Zealand.
    Thanks for including me in the give away-everything is adorable.

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    Shannon March 3, 2012

    What a fantastic giveaway!!!! The most exotic place I have been is Costa Rica. It was incredible, but when my three kids (who looooove Tea clothing) I’d love for us to visit Bali. Hey, I’d love for us to visit any gorgeous beach!!! :)

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    Brianna R. March 3, 2012

    My husband got to study abroad in Italy during his college years and I hope someday I can go back there with him….I’ve never been outside the U.S. :)

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    Anne March 3, 2012

    South Africa … Safari, shark diving,…amazing!

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    Candace Queen March 3, 2012

    The island of Cebu in the Philippines. It was amazing!

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    Paige March 3, 2012

    My husband and I spent our honeymoon down in Virgin Gorda, BVI’s…and it is hands down my most favorite little spot in the Caribbean!! I’ve also been a long-time fan of Tea and have a few pieces for my daughter…and would love to add to that collection!!

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    Allison Hoak March 3, 2012

    Kauai, Hawaii: absolutely stunning — just like your blog!

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    LJ Holloway March 3, 2012

    I suppose that would be Japan. Our daughter loves TEA clothing!

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    Amber March 3, 2012

    I love love love tea collection. I love that my 2 sons and my daughter can wear coordinating outfits that are great for play and a day out.
    The most exotic place I have visited is Zanzibar, the spice island. My husband and I were missionaries to Africa for 2 years and were able to travel to Zanzibar which has the most beautiful beaches in the world and the best outdoor spice and food market. A trip I will never forget!

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    Jessi March 3, 2012

    Fiji! The people, the beaches, the ocean, everything about Fiji is absolutely beautiful and breath taking.

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    Jennifer K March 3, 2012

    What an amazing giveaway! Thank you! China, twice . . . to adopt our precious daughters!
    Love this Tea collection!

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    Alexandra S. March 3, 2012

    It is my dream to visit the Seychelles islands! …maybe a honeymoon destination one day?!

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    Sara Wade March 4, 2012

    We took a long-anticipated trip last year to Istanbul, Turkey… with our 11 month old son. Crazy! But wonderful. We had a great time, and we hope to take our growing family on many more adventures in the future. First, though, we’re dreaming about an adults-only trip to Italy.

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    Missy March 4, 2012

    Our dear friends are taking their children to South Africa in a house swap next December. They will pull them out of school for 2 months and we are doing our best to try to also go and meet up with them and take all 6 children on a safari! We will see if we can make it happen! The house swap idea is a great one!

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    cbg March 4, 2012

    Bali!! Would love to see the inspiration for this collection. I LOVE Tea and so do my daughters. Beautiful, wonderful quality clothing. Thanks for hosting the giveaway!!

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    Brooke March 4, 2012

    The most exotic place I want to visit? In the midst of this cold midwest weather anywhere that has a pool! Throw in a white sand beach and I might never come home!

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    grace garland March 4, 2012

    most exotic place i’ve been to is Nevis. It’s gorgeous but simple. can’t wait to go back

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    jenna March 4, 2012

    bora bora!!

    Ava would love these sparkly flats too cute!!

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    Amanda March 4, 2012

    My favorite place I have been is up in the Himalayan mountains in Northern India. After taking a 8 hour train ride and 3 hour car ride up into the ridges of the mountains, I was greeted by a view to make your heart skip a few beats. Sitting on a bench outside my hotel in the early morning, I was able to watch the fog rise over the mountains as singing from a local convent tickled my ears. The experience was unforgettable and life-changing, helping me realize that the simple things are so beautiful, if I choose to embrace and fully experience them.
    The TEA collection reminds me of so many of my travels and allows me to reminisce while enjoying my children.

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    Meg March 4, 2012

    Thailand, went before we had kids, but I cant wait to take tha family!

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    Kate March 4, 2012

    I haven’t traveled that much. However, I enjoyed our Caribbean cruise to Grand Cayman. What a BEAUTIFUL place!

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    Jade March 4, 2012

    I would take a trip to anywhere tropical. I need a vacay so bad. I totes have cabin fever. I love those clothes! What an awesome contest. Your blog is beautiful! Thanks for this.

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    katie i March 4, 2012

    love new england and the gulf coast- 30A, to be exact! :) would love to travel to poland, iceland and hawaii. of course our little kiddos have kept us from doing much traveling. so instead, woudl love to dress them cute with some tea collection duds!

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    Leah March 4, 2012

    I would love to visit Costa Rica someday. I have 2 boys and think that it would be quite an adventure and beautiful.

    I am so excited they have a women’s collection now…I can’t wait to check it out!

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    Mary Olson March 4, 2012

    Egypt is not only a unique and beautiful land but so are its people.

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    Jennifer V March 4, 2012

    My daughter would love the sparkly shoes. We love tea dresses for her, so any of them we would take. I would love to travel to turtle island. It looks so beautiful!

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    avery March 4, 2012

    Born in Seoul, South Korea, but raised in the south as a true southerner, I would love to travel back to Korea!

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    Kimber-Leigh March 4, 2012

    the most exotic place was probably barbados…i loved that you could experience the rocky coastline & crashing waves of the Atlantic on the east coast and just a little drive to the peaceful Caribbean on the west coast!

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    Alison March 5, 2012

    Adorable clothes!!!! The most exotic place I have been to is Brazil. I would love to go to Bora Bora one day and be on an island in the middle of nowhere (preferably in a hut over the water!).

    Alison

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