Sunday, August 30, 2026

Bigass Weekend Wrap-Up: Maximalist Friday (The Pants!); Queen at the Theatre;

Hello, my friends, and welcome back! We front-loaded all our weekend activity, so by early Saturday afternoon, we were done. 

First up is Friday's office outfit. Yes, I saved "the best" for last.
I hemmed and hawed over what top to put with it, then realized there's a large-scale leopard print block on the pants. 

  • Nylon wired crop top - Sun Kim, thrifted; last seen here in June in a neutral pirate outfit
  • Leopard top - Gilmour, vintage 00s, thrifted; last worn here in April with my big red pouffy skirt
  • Brocade pants - Engineered Garments, consignment; purchased here for $189.45
  • Leather ballet flats - Karl Lagerfeld; last seen here in June with a daisy bomber

I have a top that matches! This leopard thin turtleneck was a regret-me-not, and I'm definitely not regretting it now. It's perfect with the pants. 
Which are quite funny, aren't they? I had fun playing around with the waistal region, which had to be readjusted every time I went to the bathroom. 

I liked the nylon top over it all - it just calms it all down, doesn't it? 
My coworkers were enamoured of the whole outfit! 

Incognito. 
And the green leather pack is such a good match! 

Would wear this whole outfit again. 
The pants are like wearing a really big stiff skirt - they move around on their own, and barely touch me. 

The stuff: 
These poor shoes. Every year I think will be the last, but maybe one more...? 

  • Leather backpack - no label, thrifted

Bold bling: 
I liked how the necklace layered under the stand-up collar.

  • Yellow cuff - thrifted
  • Hinged eelskin bird bracelet - vintage 80s, consignment
  • Hinged eelskin teal bracelet - vintage 80s, thrifted
  • Olivine/coral ring - vintage 70s, Honolulu, Mom's
  • Malachite ring - consignment
  • Gold-plated pewter necklace - Robert Larin, vintage 70s, vintage mall, gift from L
  • Earrings - Martha Sturdy, vintage fair

The boys have been snuggling up together. 
Caught you! 

They can't even be bothered to open their eyes.
"Go away."


And then denial. 
"We were not cuddling!"     "I was!"


My awesome boss let me leave a bit early on Friday after work so that I could get home, change and dash back to town to meet up with L, Yvonne and Randall for dinner at Zambri's.

Three of us (Y, R and me) went to see the Broadway touring production of "Monty Python's Spamalot" at the Royal Theatre. 
I figured I may as well wear my tiara! 

  • Silk/crystal studded dress - Camilla, consignment; last seen here (3rd outfit) in June 2025 for L's birthday party
  • Linen lined trousers - Nine West, thrifted; last worn here in June with my zebra/butterfly blazer
  • Dragon kimono topper - Golden Bee, thrifted; first seen here in June over a patchwork dress
  • Sneakers - Adidas Superstars, thrifted; last worn here in June 2025 for shopping with Emma

As you can tell by the Stair Picture, it was rather windy, slightly chilly but also sunny out. I had to wear layers, be cool in the heated theatre, but be warm enough by the time we were all done just before midnight. 
This dress was due for a wearing, but since it's a single layer of silk, it needed something else to keep me warm. The blue kimono topper worked perfectly. 

The sleeves were exactly the right width and length. 
And who doesn't love a dragon (and two extra pockets)? 

I also wore my lined linen white pants under the dress! 
I really loved that look, and leaned into the sporty/casual vibe with my Adidas Superstars. 

The stuff: 
I'm shocked that I haven't worn these shoes in over a year! 

  • Chainmail purse - vintage 1920s, gift from Megan Mae
  • Crystal belt - Zara, consignment
  • Tiara - Icing, 2020

Sparkly bling: 
I used the crown/angel brooch to hold the kimono closed. 

  • Crown/angel brooch - consignment
  • Jadeite bangle - consignment
  • Steel/purple stone bracelet - Malta, vintage 70s, vintage mall
  • Ball/crystal earrings - vintage fair
  • Fulvia Ring - Wendy Brandes
  • Silver/amethyst ring - vintage mall

A look at the tiara and my up-close jewelry. 
Two crowns! Arthur isn't king - I am! 

Boys, we are going out, so be good, okay? 
"I am headed straight to the deck."    "I want your robe!"

The box has been getting more love lately. 

Yvonne and Randall. 
Love you both! Mwah! 

Me and L. 
People kept thinking it was my birthday due to the tiara. 

In line to get into the theatre (we all line up like good Canadians). 
I was pleased to see so many people dressed up! I see you, pink and green lady in the Fluevogs (that's a Fluevog purse too). 

I checked out the merch, but didn't buy any. 
I was tempted by the "Run Away" socks, but for $35? Nope! 

I thought the "Horse Parking" display was cute. 
I have no need of coconuts. 

Me, Mieka and Rosanna. Thanks to Greg for taking the picture, and I missed Emmi altogether, as well as Rosanna's mum. 
In my defense, there was a lot of people gaggling around and I was getting antsy. Don't like crowds! 

Rosanna was dressed thematically as a can of Spam! 
Her fleshy-pink dress was the "meat." Well done! 

A great backdrop - all digital. 
We were in the lower balcony and had a fabulous view. 

Rosanna, Greg, Emmi and Mieka were four rows behind us. I see Emmi, Mieka and Rosanna getting seated! 
Me, Yvonne and Randall. L went to a movie (musicals are not his bag). 

The show was a hoot, with loads of energy, silliness and great singing and costumes. I thoroughly enjoyed it. L got out of his movie earlier than us and secured us a table at Clive's Lounge.
In deep discussion with Randall. 

We had a few drinks, so parmesan fries and a chocolate mousse and then headed our separate ways. 
Love you all! Thank you for being part of it! 

A big ol' full moon as we arrived at home.
Cool. 

We crashed on the couches while the boys fought over the box.
"What's the Man doing, Whateley?"  "I don't know, Barnabas."


We were up early on Saturday to meet up with Nick for brunch. 
Time to get in a wearing of this dress! I've done this outfit before, but why not again? 

  • Dress - Guess by Marciano, consignment; last worn here in July 2025 with the same boots
  • Leather boots - Bandolino, vintage 80s, thrifted; last seen here in July for a Mom-Day
  • Elmo faux fur (below) - Maeve, consignment, Powell River; last worn here in February

I like a good Jammy Dress. 
Just throw on a belt and boots, and I'm done. 

Except it's a little chilly out there, with that wind...
I needed some sort of loose topper. 

Elmo! 
I wore this coat off my shoulders while we were out afterwards. I had a quick browse in the big WIN store, then we did a grocery shop after that. 

The stuff: 
I had loads of comments from folks on my colour and items. Bright colours - people love 'em! 

  • Leather purse - Julia Sanchez by Vendome, vintage 70s, consignment
  • Belt - thrifted

Green bling: 
And one yellow. 

  • Yellow bangle - thrifted
  • Silver/green stone ring - thrifted
  • Silver poison ring - Karen's
  • Silver/malachite bangle - thrifted, Sidney
  • Silver/malachite ring - consignment
  • Plastic earrings - vintage 60s, consignment

There's my guys. 
Great to see Nick again! We had a lovely brunch at John's Place.

As noted, I had a wee shop in WIN while L went to Ditch Records. 
I'll always take a $1.95 pair of tights. 

I really loved the colours in this plaid skirt. 
I also love a rotated plaid. 

And big pockets. 
Pink, red, orange, tan and black. 

It's by Next Tailoring and I was fine not trying it on...and then I got home and realized that it's not a Canadian/US size 12 - it's a UK 12...which is more like an 8. It's too tight, so off to the resale it goes. 
Oh, well, it was only $14.95. 

I also found these fabulous silky polyester pajamas. 
The top has black lace on the collar and at the cuffs. 

It's by Linda for The Bay (which no longer exists) and it was new with tags (NWT). 
Only $16.95 for both pieces? YES! I'm wearing them as I type! 

And now, off to chill out for the rest of the weekend. 
I suspect lots of cuddles, board games, music, good times...and did I mention cuddles? 

I hope you had a wonderful weekend, and thank you so much for being here! 

Thursday, August 27, 2026

Mom-Day in Grey Cotton and Boots

Welcome back to Mom-Day! I missed you last week, Mom! 
Looking classy as always! Thanks so much for having me over - I love you! 

I have some pictures of the day, but first, the outfit. 
Longtime readers will know this one - it's my "Cinderella's Ashes" dress. 

  • Ruched mesh top - thrifted; last seen here under a patchwork vest in July
  • Cotton dress - Kenzo, consignment; last worn here in September 2025 
  • Boots - Jose Saenz, consignment; last seen here in March with yellow velvet

I layered a mesh top under it - it was easy to shove the sleeves way up if I got too warm, but it covered my sleeves when it was sunny. 
I wore nylons for the boots (and thin socks) and a slip to keep the Cotton Rage at bay. 

The rain didn't appear, but the sun and wind did. No thundershowers, hooray.
This outfit is comfort for me - it's familiar and carries many good memories. 

Incognito.
A bucket hat for rain...or sun! 

The stuff: 
Oops, forgot the hat.

  • PVC hat (not pictured) - Babaton, consignment
  • Leather/vinyl purse - Ted Lapidus, vintage 90s, vintage fair
  • Leather "guitar buckle" belt - Fendi, thrifted

The boots were comfy for my walk to town in the morning. 

Amber bling: 
The usual stuff! 

  • Large amber/silver bracelet - consignment
  • Silver/amber drops bracelet - consignment, gift from L
  • Small silver/amber bracelet - consignment, Powell River
  • Silver/amber necklace - consignment
  • Silver/amber rings - all consignment
  • Silver/amber earrings - vintage mall, gift from L 

Whateley hopped into the tub as soon as I was out of the shower.
Chief Tub Inspector reporting for duty! 

Before I left, I went looking for the boys. 
Fall is coming, they're starting to sleep together again. 

Whateley, you be a good boy while I'm gone. 
"Maybe."

Aw, Barnabas is giving me full lovey eyes. 
He's been very cuddly with me lately. 

I headed out to Mom's and caught the bus out to Camosun College. 
Very dramatic skies! 

There were so many fat ripe blackberries! I wish I'd had a container. 
I ate about eight handfuls. 

Lizard! 
Very tiny, only about 3 inches.

Up the hill to the owl forest. 
No owls today, boo. 

The stick tree. 
I take the right path. 

A long and winding one. 
The clouds scudded by quickly. 

Mom's hydrangea are lovely shades of purple. 
So pretty. 

This rose is still blooming! 
I also see my hand in the reflection, and Mom through the window. 

She had a surprise for me! Two vests! 
This is woven in shades of red, orange and green, with mother-of-pearl buttons. 

It's by Coupe Classique, and weirdly, I found nothing about that company online. 
The CA number belongs to Triple 5 Inc. an importing company in Montreal that still exists. I will style this up and see what I think. Right now, it's feeling a little too Christmassy. 

I LOVE the front embroidery on velvet of this vest. 
But I HATE the clashing back fabric. Ya couldn't've made it black?? I will try this out, for sure...and I'll be hiding the back of it. 

I do like the massive pocket it has inside! 
Mom got this in Mexico, probably in the mid-90s, same era as the other vest. Fun! Thanks, Mom! 

After doing some chore-y things, we settled down and finished Mom's latest puzzle. 
I haven't even seen this one, and it's nearly done!

Mom saved the last bit for us to do together. 
Two thumbs up! That was fun! We had lunch after that - tuna melts and veggies/dip. 

And then we looked at her second painting, which is progressing well.
Only one more to go! Your neighbours are going to be thrilled, Mom. 

We sat out on the back deck in the shade, listening to the birds and watching the clouds blow by. 
What a lovely afternoon. Ah, I needed that. 

Time to head home. 
Got to give my kitties some attention. 

I found some extra pictures on the camera from this morning while I was sleeping.
L tidied up before our cleaning crew came, moving the cats' box into the den. 

Whateley jumped right in! 
"My box."


And with that, my friends, I am now off for the weekend! We have some fun times planned so do drop in on Sunday for tales of adventure! Thank you so much for being here!