Last Blue Velvet and Brocade

I knew today would be busy, and I woke up with a pounding headache. It's the damned pink blossoms and their nasty pollen! 

"Is that why you keep sneezing?"

Probably, bud! Anyway, a dress was in the cards, plus I wanted to wear these boots again. 

• Velvet dress - COS, thrifted; last worn here in April 2025 with copper and brown boots
• Boots - Spring Step by L'Artiste; last seen here (2nd outfit) in February with black cashmere and the Elmo coat
• Puffer coat (below) - Donna Karan, consignment; last worn here in February

The dress is SHORT, and felt just a little TOO short for me right now. 

"I'm ignoring you."

It just didn't ring my bell, and you know I didn't pay much for it. My cost-per-wear is $3. 

Incognito. We've had a sudden drop in temps with snow up-Island, but no sign of it down here. 

Puffer time! I also picked a coat that wouldn't give me Velvet Rage. 

The stuff: 

Probably the last wearing of these brocade boots for the season. They have plush velvet lining, and are roasting hot, making them unsuitable for warm temps. 

• Scarf - Givenchy, consignment, gift from L
• Angora beret - Parkhurst, thrifted
• Gloves - thrifted

Brass bling: 

These are favourite pieces. 

• Brass slash cuff - Midzo, vintage expo
• Brass/leather etched cuff - vintage 70s, Mom's
• Bronze ring - P. Sarpaneva, vintage 70s, vintage expo 
• Stone ring - thrifted
• Brass ring - vintage mall
• Earrings - vintage mall
• Brass/glass necklace and ring - Raphael of Canada, vintage 70s, consignment

L and I are loving watching the kittens discover spring for the first time. 

Kitties in the sun! Barnabas looks so happy. 

They're going to love the deck once it's warm enough to have the doors open again. 

"I love the sun!"

Whateley's turn.

"I approve of this warmth. More!"

Sweet boys.