Tuesday, July 29, 2025

All Favourites: Silk Palazzos and Darth Duster

Some exciting news! Mom was recognized in the wild! A lovely person stopped her while she was out shopping, and said she read my blog! So, hello, Jacqueline (? Mom didn't quite catch your name, sorry). Thank you so much - that was such a thrill for Mom, and I love that you're out there! Thanks so much for reading.

I'm in a hurry - gotta eat and dash off to Book Club! This is what I wore to work. 
It's a kaleidoscope of colour! 

  • Wool cardigan - Ports, vintage 80s, consignment; last worn here in May for a delayed Star Wars Day
  • Cotton bustier - H&M, consignment; first seen here (2nd outfit) in December 2024 for brunch
  • Shirt - Denver Hayes, consignment; last worn here in June in a "cropped and socked" outfit
  • Silk pants - Pinkerton, consignment; last seen here (2nd outfit) in August 2024 for brunch and a wee shop
  • Sandals - Wonders; last worn here in June in that same outfit as the pink shirt

I wore it mostly like this, with my wool duster over everything. 
This long duster cardigan/dress is one of my treasures. The colour! The pockets! The colour! 

The silk stretchy-waist palazzo pants are also a long-time favourite. They have pockets too.
The silk is really thin, so I have a very small window to wear them, but I was reminded of how much I like them. I'll have to sneak in another wear before I swap my closet at the end of September. 

I did overheat a few times - that's what I get for wearing wool in summer! - so I planned the outfit without it, of course.
I really liked the pink top and red bustier with the patterned pants. Showing off my ink! 

I appreciate the stretch panel in the back, although it would be better in red, not black. Just sayin', H&M.
At least the straps are adjustable on the bustier. 

Incognito.
One man gave me a very wide berth as I was walking home. My Darth Sheila vibe was strong! 

The stuff: 
These sandals are so comfy, even though the sole is rigid. Another favourite here! 

I changed my shoes for the walk to Yvonne's.
Perfect for a short walk. 

The other stuff: 
I never thought sequined pink sneakers would be so versatile! 

Bright bling: 
I knew I hung onto this big floral bead necklace for a reason. 

  • Blue eelskin bangle - vintage 80s, thrifted
  • Teal eelskin bangle - vintage 80s, thrifted
  • Gold/turquoise ring - consignment
  • Gold/amethyst ring - Frances Jewelers, c. 1965, Dad's 
  • Necklace - thrifted
  • Earrings - Stella & Dot, consignment, Vancouver

And now, head to toe in favourite clothes, I'm off! 

6 comments:

  1. How lovely of Jacqueline to say hello to your mum - you're both celebrities!
    Those trousers are fab on you, you'd not look out of place in Evil Under the Sun (1981), that uber stylish Agatha Christie film! That cardi was a cracking find! xxx

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    1. Isn't that the nicest thing? I know I love it when people recognize me, and can only imagine that Mom is still enjoying the glow.
      Thanks! I love all of this!

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  2. It's so cool your mom got recognized – that's a blogger's dream. I love the kaleidoscope of colour you put together, especially that vintage Ports cardigan.

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  3. How amazing that your mum was recognized in the wild!
    But that man giving you a wide birth made me laugh out loud. It's one thing being given the side-eye, but this is a completely other level :-)
    Your outfit did make my heart sing: those palazzos are fabulous, and yes, the colour of that cardigan is just fantastic! I'm also loving that necklace very much! xxx

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    1. Right, Ann? So cool! I know, I didn't think I was THAT scary-looking, ha ha!
      I really loved this outfit - all the colours were so happy-making.

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