Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Two-Fer: Floral and Swooshy for Office and a Golden Prince; Jammy S-Dress

L and I had a mid-week event to go to on Tuesday night - a concert at the Royal Theatre, how posh! - and got home really late, so as warned, this post has multiple outfits. It's a Two-Fer Tuesday, AND Wednesday's work outfit. 

This is what I wore to work, planned around this newly-thrifted sparkly blue top.

  • Embroidered denim jacket - Paparazzi, thrifted, Vancouver; last seen here in December 2025 with pink pants
  • Sleeveless sparkly top - Nygard, thrifted; purchased here for $8.00
  • Silk skirt - Essentiel Antwerp, consignment, Powell River; last worn here in December 2025 with a piratical leather top
  • Shoes - Super Fine Eminence, Fluevog; last seen here in October 2025, the day we brought our kittens home

I layered it under my embroidered denim jacket, which has to be one of my favourite pieces in my entire closet. It goes with everything! 
"I approve!"


It's even better since I discovered the super-hidden pockets! 

I layered a gold fish belt over the blue knit, with the hem of the top over the skirt. 
"I could go under there!"


The silk skirt has a very low waist. 

Another gawk at this gorgeous piece. 
I love this swooshy skirt too! It billows when I walk.

I liked the top - it's a great colour. 
The mostly silk composition felt great on, and it kept me warm. 

Incognito. I did not need to wear a coat over this ensemble. 
A few snuggly accoutrements and I was good. It helps that I walk very briskly. 

The stuff: 
The shoes didn't match...but they did go! 

  • Angora beret - Parkhurst, thrifted
  • Bug pin - Le Chateau, c. 1999
  • Scarf - Vera, vintage 80s, Mom's
  • Gloves - thrifted

Golden bling: 
I'd planned on leaving all of this on, but by the time I got home, I was a bit frazzled and a bit sweaty.

  • Fish belt - consignment
  • Gold-tone bangle - thrifted
  • Hinged eelskin bangle - vintage 80s, thrifted
  • Earrings - Betsey Johnson, swap from Cat
  • Silver/kyanite ring - consignment
  • Wooden Klimt ring - consignment
  • Silver/green stone ring - thrifted
  • Necklace - D'Orlan, vintage 60s, thrifted

Just time for a quick picture of the kittens, sitting on L's boxes (he's moving offices at work). 
The intercom coil was not safe from them, so I was happy that another box went back to L's work on Wednesday morning. 

I changed into my Eames chairs t-shirt, and swapped out my Fluevogs for a pair of Weird Adidas, which were much better for walking to and from the theatre. 
I carried all my stuff in my purse, then changed up the accessories because the skirt needed a belt! 

  • Eames chair tee - SPRZNY, thrifted; last seen here in December 2025 on Christmas Day
  • Sneakers (below) - Adidas X James Harden, consignment; last worn here in January with a Kenzo tiger

It's nearly the same outfit. 
And it was just a bit more comfortable for enjoying a show. 

The stuff: 
Only the shoes changed! 

Silvery bling: 
Only two rings remained from the original outfit. 

  • Leather purse - vintage 80s, thrifted
  • Silver/gold bracelet - JLP, vintage fair
  • Silver/turquoise bracelet - consignment
  • Silver/turquoise ring - consignment
  • Silver/kyanite ring - consignment
  • Silver/green stone ring - thrifted
  • Earrings - Chan Luu, consignment
  • Belt - Mudd, vintage 90s, thrifted
  • Silver/onyx necklace - Mexican, consignment, Powell River

We went to see William Prince, who we'd seen at Rifflandia (here, picture of the stage here), and were thrilled to find out that Boy Golden (seen at a little club show here in October 2023) was opening for him. Boy Golden has enjoyed some radio success with a single ("Suffer") off his new album (link here, all links 'cause I love!). 

What a fabulous double-bill! L and I walked to town, grabbed a couple of slices of pizza at the Brickyard, then strolled over to the Royal Theatre, just in time for the doors to open. 
I've been going to shows here since the early 70s, when Mom used to take Dave and I to see Disney movies (it showed films then, doesn't anymore). 

The Royal underwent a restoration when they added the side lobby wings. 
Gorgeous carved details. 

I have always liked the faces at the bottom of the windows. 
Their noses were all broken off prior to the restoration. 

Me and my guy, waiting to go in. 
Both L and I got a ton of compliments on our outfits, especially all that embroidery. A shout-out to Coulee, who we met while people-watching in the lobby area. So nice to meet you! 

L and I had awesome seats, only 10 rows from the stage, and an unimpeded view (we were at a row break, so had a big gap for stretching our legs - it's like I planned it). 
Boy Golden was absolutely excellent. Roots rock/folk music, but mostly just plain fun. He's a Manitoba guy! 

We chatted with the folks on my side (hello to Maureen and Bob!) who were massive fans of William Prince - they'd seen him 7 times! 
Check out William Prince's music here, via his site. 

He's also a roots-rock musician from the Cree Nation, also from Manitoba. 
He has a gorgeous, warm, rumbly voice. 

I found myself tearing up a few times - he was very appreciative, in general. 
They played until 10:30pm. 

But of course, there was an encore. 
One solo song ("Goldie Hawn") and then the band came back for the big finale. 

We walked home along dark streets at 11pm. It was a full moon - a "blood moon" - so we did a selfie with it.
Ooh! The moon! 

I woke up very tired on Wednesday, glad that I'd opted for a Jammy Dress. 
My S-Dress got some much-needed moth-hole repairs a few months ago, and I'm finally getting around to wearing it again. 

  • Wool-blend dress - Uniqlo X Marimekko, thrifted; last seen here (3rd outfit) in November 2024 for a shop at Turnabout with Rosanna
  • Leather boots - Bandolino, vintage 80s, thrifted, Sidney; last worn here (2nd outfit) in September 2025 for a park hangout with our pals
  • Leather coat (below) - Jeno de Paris, vintage 70s, thrifted; last seen here in January

I layered tights and a vintage slip for magical smoothing purposes.
Dress, boots, bam, done. "S for super!" said my colleague Aaron. 

It's impactful without me having to do anything. 
It doesn't have pockets, but it's comfy and I feel awesome in it. 

Incognito! I had to stuff all of my hair into the beret on the way to work, as it was pouring rain. 
It was windy, but sunny on the way home. Ah, it's nearly spring! 

As you can tell, I always have company when I'm doing my pictures. 

The stuff: 
And aren't the boots a perfect match? 

  • Belt - gift from Ruth, c. 2007
  • Wool beret - consignment
  • Silk scarf - Fluevog
  • Leather gloves - Danier Leather

Minimal bling: 
I forgot my rings! It felt weird. 

  • Hinged eelskin bangle - vintage 80s, thrifted
  • Lucite/gold bracelet - Alexis Bittar, consignment, gift from L
  • Earrings - Kate Spade, consignment
  • Necklace - Club Monaco, c. 2008

L was able to amalgamate some of his office stuff down to fewer boxes, leaving us with...a leftover box. Whatever shall we do with it? 
"I'm hiding!"          "I accept this excellent offering."


The boys have been cute a heck, playing in, on, around and beside the box, so expect many "Box Cat" pictures in the future. 
"Whateley's in the box!"         "This is true, Barnabas.'


Just when I thought they couldn't get any cuter! 

Monday, March 2, 2026

Orange and Mustard

I enjoyed the weird colour combination in today's outfit. 
I don't think I would do orange and mustard together if it weren't for this skirt. 

  • Silk blazer - Alfred Sung, vintage 80s, thrifted; last worn here on Christmas Day December 2025 with black velvet and copper
  • Sparkly sweater - Dusia Knits for Gibson's, vintage 70s, thrifted; last seen here (2nd outfit) in December 2025 for a copper backdrop
  • Skirt - Soaked in Luxury; last worn here in December 2025 for a Mom-Day at Gorge Park (same necklace, boots, coat and scarf!)
  • Boots - Official Mittwoch, Fluevog; last seen here in December 2025 on that Mom-Day adventure
  • Leather trenchcoat - vintage 70s, thrifted; last worn here in February

I paired it with my sparkly disco sweater.
"And a black kitty!"


The best accessory of all! 

I woke up with a sore hip, so needed ultra-comfortable shoes. 
I added this silk vintage mustard blazer for a more profesh office look, but I've decided it's time for it to leave my closet. Mustard yellow just does not inspire me like it used to. 

Incognito.
Spring is coming! It was slightly warmer and we had beautiful blue skies. 

The stuff: 
I adore these boots - I need to wear them more. 

  • Silk scarf - Jay Sutton, vintage 70s, thrifted
  • Suede gloves - Dots

Brass bling: 
These pieces all make me feel happy. 

  • Bone/brass/wood necklace - consignment
  • Brass/leather cuff - vintage 70s, Mom's
  • Brass cuff - Midzo, vintage expo
  • Brass/wood earrings - LA Express, c. 1994
  • Brass rings - vintage mall

The kittens were up to mischief on the weekend. and there was much galloping about. 
A tantalizing tail for chasing. 

Leading to some wrestling. 
Play nice! 

From the floor, they bounded to the top of the scratching post. 
Barnabas is not surrendering the top. He looks very fearsome! 

Whateley's left is a blur! 
Don't worry, ten minutes later, they were snuggled up together! 

My friends, I'll be back on Wednesday with a Two-Fer, as L and I have a show to go to tomorrow. Stay chill! 

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Weekend Wrap-Up: Tricky Colours and Weird Adidas; Snakes in the Garden, and a Wee Shop

So good to see you, my friends! It was a lovely, relaxing weekend and I'm eager to get back to doing nothing - I sorely need it. It wasn't much of a Bigass Weekend, but that was totally fine with me. 

Here's Friday's funky look, based on wanting to wear my new-to-me leather jacket. 
You know I couldn't throw it on over just anything. You have to plan for bold coats! 

  • Cotton sweater - Sonia Rykiel, vintage 90s, thrifted; last worn here in November 2025 in a very layered outfit
  • Abstract print top - handmade, vintage 70s, thrifted; last seen here in December 2025 with wavy jeans
  • Tulle skirt - Adidas, consignment; last worn here in December 2025 for a shopping trip with Emma
  • Shoes - Groovy Aubrey, Fluevog; last seen here in December 2025 with lots of blue and orange
  • Leather coat (below) - Naturel, consignment; purchased here for $125.00

I landed on the shoes immediately - they're a perfect match to the orange in the jacket - but then I realized that I really don't have a ton that goes with this bright citrussy orange in my fall/winter wardrobe. 
"I'm stretchy!"            "I'm ignoring you."


When in doubt, go with black! And since the jacket has a white zip, black and white...it had to be the Weird Adidas tulle skirt, of course. 
I had a good look through my closet for a top, and went "aha!" when I spotted this abstract top in my drawer of small tops. All the matchy shades! 

See? Tricky colours! And I have bright purple hair, what a clash, ha ha. It's good to be lavender again - it will fade out to that nice icy purple within a week or so. 
"Stretchy stretchy!"          "You're embarrassing yourself."


I layered leggings under the skirt and a long-sleeved thin sweater under the top. 

Incognito. This jacket will probably overlap better with my spring/summer closet. Leather is always "shoulder season" anyway. 
I regret not actually wearing the hood (it didn't rain while I was outside). 

The stuff: 
I walked to work in these, and hopped a bus home. 

  • Silk scarf - fake Louis (Lewis!) Vuitton, thrifted
  • Studded leather gloves - Danier Leather

Bold bling: 
After my recent jewelry escapades, I was terrified that I'd lose one of my clip-on earrings - I popped them into my bag for the bus ride home. 

  • Bakelite cuff - consignment, Sidney
  • Carved faux cinnabar bangle - consignment
  • Fulvia Ring - Wendy Brandes
  • Silver/turquoise ring; purchased here for $58.00
  • Silver earrings - Brenda Schoenfeld, 1992, vintage mall
  • Silver/onyx necklace - Mexican, consignment, Powell River

Oops, forgot the belt. 
I liked how it went with the top.

  • Belt - Fluevog


I hope you don't mind the uncropped pics - I enjoy that the boys want to hang out with me in the morning while I get ready for work. 
"I'm blurry!"


Barnabas is still rather squirmy! 

L was out Friday night, so I had visions of me snuggling with two happy kitties, but no, instead, they tore around like demons, leaping from chair to chair, attacking the curtains and begging for play-time. 
"I'm a leaper!"         "You are certainly something."


Barnabas, what the heck are you doing? 
"I'm an acrobat!"


I played with them until they were worn out! 

On Saturday, L and I headed off to brunch at John's Place followed by a quick look around the Beacon Ave Thrift Shop next door. 
The sun turned them into a glowing ball, but I built the outfit around these bright yellow boots. 

  • Shirt - Denver Hayes, consignment; last seen here in January under a tiger sweater
  • Wool sweater - MO & Co., thrifted; last worn here a year ago in February 2025 with grey tweed
  • Asymmetrical pleated skirt - Zara, consignment; last seen here in January with neons
  • Boots - F-Trip Etta, Fluevog; last worn here in January for a Star Trek brunch
  • Suede coat (below) - Prosper & Devine, vintage mall; last seen here (4th outfit) in September 2025 for Rifflandia

Pink, green and yellow are totally spring colours! 
This deconstructed pink sweater (note the shoulder "slash" and the pieces hanging off on one side and both cuffs) only works with a top under it. This white shirt does the job. 

I'm laughing in most of these pictures at Barnabas, who started into his MEOW and roly-poly routine in front of L. "Does he always do this?"  
"I'm a blog-cat!"


Such a goof-ball. 
I'm fond of this green skirt with the long section of pleats. 

I relented and picked him up.
"I hear beeping!"


I'd originally planned to wear my big long pink/black coat cashmere/wool coat, but it covered up too much of the outfit and was the wrong shade of pink. I switched to this fun fringed jacket, which hadn't been worn in ages. 
You can barely see them, but I knew my double-layered tights were there. 

Add a purse and another pink-yellow thing, my McQueen skull scarf. 
This is how I looked in the grocery store afterwards. Snazzy! 

I shook my fringe for anyone who commented on the coat. 
Right? Gotta spread that joy! 

The stuff: 
These things just make me smile. That purse reminds me of the Winesday Vancouver trip back here, gosh, nearly 3 years ago! 

  • Plastic purse - vintage 90s Paris Expo, Hermes copy, thrifted, Vancouver
  • Silk scarf - Alexander McQueen, consignment

A flower.
I've had this yellow brooch for a long time - I bought it c. 1999 to wear on a soft black cloche hat for Robert and Desiree's wedding at the Oak Bay Beach hotel. 

  • Flower brooch - Roberta's Hats, vintage 90s

Snake bling: 
People loved all my snakes. 

  • Snake coil bracelet - Whiting & Davis, vintage 70s, vintage fair
  • Gold-tone bangle - thrifted
  • Snake necklace - vintage 90s, vintage expo
  • Green stone/silver ring - thrifted
  • Silver Scandi ring - consignment
  • Silver poison ring - Karen's
  • Snake earrings - Betsey Johnson, gift from L

I don't think I've ever worn this necklace like this - I liked it! 

The thrift shop had a massive sale, but as always, I'm on the lookout for the good stuff.
These sandals are a great colour, look barely worn, have a walkable heel and are in my size. 

They're by Fergalicious by Fergie (she of the band the Black-Eyed Peas), and I remember this brand being sold at The Bay department store in the 2010s. I bought a pair new on sale here in July 2010 for $45 (that "out there" outfit looks so tame to me now, haha).
A good summer sandal! 

I admit it, I was fooled. I thought they were leather! They really do look and feel like leather.
Well, we'll see how they last. I'll only be out $3.00 if they don't work. 

I spotted this sparkly blue top as I was waiting for L to pay for a new green shirt, a book, and two CDs (for under $8.00 total). 
It looks just like my Jessica purple one that I just wore here last week. I LOVE the cerulean colour, and yes, it is SPARKLY. 

I was surprise to see that it was 80% silk! 
And washable too! 

It's by Nygard, and the less said about that horrible person the better. 
The top was half price, so $8.00. 

I read in bed in the morning, and someone purry came to sit with me.
Hello, little buddy. 

He got comfy and showed off his undies. 
"I'm happy!"


He is indeed a very happy boy. 

Whateley joined me while I put my face on. 
"I can't decide. Do I smash your lipsticks into the bin, chew your brush or run off with your glasses?"


How about none of the above, you little monkey! 

Well, there you go, my friends! Sending you blue skies and sunshine wherever you are! Thanks so much for being here.