Woo! Today I did Menswear AND Oversized Pants:
You know I'm not one to shy away from a challenge, but these awesome wide-leg trousers (not worn since February! for shame!) were perfect for today's theme.
I added this blouse that is quickly becoming a favourite:
Tossed on a rust-coloured cami underneath (the blouse is rather sheer), added a red belt, and my two-tone Oxford-inspired shoes.
I wore my olive suede drapey coat over it all:
And that's a new-to-me Smoking Lily bag I found in the thrift store last week!
Vizzini helped me photograph it last night:
He crawled right in.
The bag is dark red velvet with a dragonfly and some Japanese-ish script, all hand-silkscreened:
It had an extra strap that I think was supposed to go around one's waist, but it was huge, so I cut it off.
Check it out:
Yee haw! I searched to see if I could find any comparison for this online, but this style hasn't been made in over 7 years. The only reference I found was to someone who pined for a velvet Smoking Lily messenger bag, but they were too expensive for her. I am betting they were not $11.50 new.
I like that it's identified inside:
Man, the light is getting bad now. So dark, so early!
Here's a better picture:
Psycho kitty!
Tossed on a rust-coloured cami underneath (the blouse is rather sheer), added a red belt, and my two-tone Oxford-inspired shoes.I wore my olive suede drapey coat over it all:
And that's a new-to-me Smoking Lily bag I found in the thrift store last week!Vizzini helped me photograph it last night:
He crawled right in.The bag is dark red velvet with a dragonfly and some Japanese-ish script, all hand-silkscreened:
It had an extra strap that I think was supposed to go around one's waist, but it was huge, so I cut it off.Check it out:
Yee haw! I searched to see if I could find any comparison for this online, but this style hasn't been made in over 7 years. The only reference I found was to someone who pined for a velvet Smoking Lily messenger bag, but they were too expensive for her. I am betting they were not $11.50 new.I like that it's identified inside:
Man, the light is getting bad now. So dark, so early!Here's a better picture:
Psycho kitty!
Jacket (Le Chateau), blouse (Liz Claiborne), pants/belt (Plum), shoes (Unlisted), trouser socks (Oscar & Libby's), bag (Smoking Lily, thrifted).
How Katherine Hepburn-ish! Love the wide pants.
ReplyDeleteI've been watching blogs lately to see who is wearing sheer shirts. I've been seeing them in thrift stores everywhere. However, I couldn't tell how work appropriate they were. Any tips?
ReplyDeleteOh, how I love those trousers! They really show off your wasp waist. Gorgeousness!
ReplyDeleteAnd I meant to say "great socks"!
ReplyDeleteYou look great! :) I love the wide pants and oxfords together!
ReplyDeleteI love this look...the pants are perfect and I really like your coat!
ReplyDeleteThose menswear pants look amazing on you. I have no idea how tall you are but they are incredibly flattering very Katherine Hepburn-esque.
ReplyDeleteTremendously (and maybe even surprisingly) elegant ensemble! And my goodness, Vizzini has grown up so quickly! You also reminded me that I have some wide charcoal wool pants that I keep forgetting about -- they're coming out to play next week. Thanks, Sheila!
ReplyDeleteJudy S.
Tamara, thank you! I love Katherine Hepburn's look.
ReplyDeleteCara, the trick is to go for a conservative style, like a button-down. Also, when choosing a cami for underneath, pick one without lace (too sexy), and match it to the colour of the shirt. If you still feel self-conscious, wear a vest overtop so just the sheer sleeves are the highlight (like I've done with the sheer leopard shirt I wore Monday).
Rita, thank you! Wasp waist - I love it! And thanks - I love funky trouser socks.
Ki, thanks!
Pam, thank you - I thought of you with this outfit, knowing how you love this blouse.
Leslie, I'm 5'4" - the high waist on the pants (the belt is at my natural waist), the wide legs and the very long length (I have to wear at least a 3" heel with them) help create that illusion. Thank you so much! I hope you're feeling better soon. :)
Oh wow! I really like this outfit alot. Everything is really streamlined and the colors are perfect for fall. What a find on the messenger bag too. Your kitty is so cute :) Heather
ReplyDeleteMy favorite thing is the trouser socks. They add a cool touch to the outfit. Really great outfit.
ReplyDeleteahh a skirt wearer like you wearing pants! I've been toying with the idea also of these wide-legged babies and they look so good on you, maybe I'll give them a twirl....
ReplyDeletePaula, you would look fabulous in a pair of pants like this - go for it!
ReplyDeleteSJ, thank you! I was pretty excited about the Smoking Lily bag - every time I find a piece of theirs, it's like winning the thrift lottery!
ReplyDeleteDebbi, thank you! I like little details like that.
This outfit is so perfectly matched without being too matchy matchy. I love the blouse and wideleg trousers, the menswear inspired shoes and those socks!
ReplyDeleteThe bag is really awesome. It reminds me a bit of "Firefly".
I adore this color palatte! The floral top with the zigzag socks - so fabulous! And your pants are to die for.
ReplyDeleteI also love your leo ensemble. So pretty.
Thanks, Megan! This is my favourite so far this week - menswear is right in my wheelhouse. Wee, I love "Firefly"!
ReplyDeleteThanks a bunch, Keely!
Fabulosa !
ReplyDeleteThe kitty scares me a little but i stopped looking into his eyes and was smitten by those gorgeous tights, they look Missoni to me.
Thanks, Lorena! Don't be afreid of the kitty, he's really quite sweet. Yes, I love that zigzag pattern.
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