Two-Fer: Thursday Worky-Work, and Funky Friday

Miss me? On Thursday, my company had its annual global meeting, which I had to dash to after my WW meeting, which included my annual performance review with my WW boss. It was a whirlwind! 

Hence, the very corporate look. Well, the tights are a little on the wild side, but I have to maintain some "Sheila" in this, right?

• Blouse - Sears, vintage 80s, thrifted; purchased here for $6.95
• Dress - Comrags, thrifted; last seen here in March for my 5-year company anniversary
• Shoes - Guess; last worn here way back here in November 2015
• Raincoat (below) - Parkhurst, thrifted; purchased here for $17.21

I only wore this dress once after purchasing it (thrifted as a "boutique" item for $45.95) due to it being quite a thick woven wool. I wore it sleeveless and didn't find it very comfy under the arms (it's another garment with no stretch). It's also fully lined, so it was just too hot for summer. I was enchanted with being able to wear it again!

I really liked it layered with one of my vintage 80s "secretary" blouses. It just felt wonderful, and who doesn't love a fit and flare dress?

They are just so flattering!

Thursday was full of wind and rain warnings, so I dressed appropriately. This is my first wearing of my thrifted raincoat - isn't it snazzy? It's a baby blue, purple and black plaid.

My bowler has had a zillion wears. Bowlers rule. The tights were thrifted, new in the package still, and are by Anthropolgie. I only paid $6.95 for them - they were tagged at $22.00.

The stuff:

I can't believe it's been 11 months since I last wore these shoes! And I had them out all summer, oh the shame. I've had them forever (maybe 7 years?) and they're probably the most basic, classic shoes I own.

Black bling:

I got home quite late, and happy after a few glasses of wine with my colleagues. Forgive the blurriness.

• Belt - Nygard
• Necklace (jet and rhinestones) - Grandma J's, vintage 60s
• Spider earrings - can't remember
• Spider ring - gift from Mom & Dad, c. 1986
• Snake ring - Royal BC Museum gift shot c. 1985

It's October! Time to break out my spooky jewelry!

Today was a little slow getting started. This weekend is Thanksgiving in Canada, so it was dead at the office - that was very much welcomed.

I hadn't planned an outfit for today, so I threw this together in the morning in a few minutes. When in doubt, wear a dress!

• Dress - Max & Co.; last seen here in February with tall boots
• Shoes - Miista; purchased here for $114.00
• Coat (below) - Vassalli, consignment; purchased here in November 2012 for $72.00

I bought this dress in Florence, Italy two years ago - it's made in Italy of Italian-woven fabric. I love the shiny gold over the purple and teal - it's a very rich and thick fabric. It doesn't quite stand on its own (like the bark skirt) but it's that same stiffness. And coincidentally, it's another item with no spandex in it.

Purple back, purple legs. No way am I over the coloured tight thing just yet.

This was a lovely outfit for wearing today.

I am having fun matching my outerwear to my outfits, and since I've rarely tracked my outerwear, it's been interesting to look back at when/where I got them, and how much I paid.

At the time I purchased this coat, even on consignment, $72.00 was a chunk to spend on it. It's made of velvet (the black solid parts) and wool (woven and see-through over the cream satin parts).

It's lined in the cream satin and has hidden pockets on the sides. I like how it's sort of mismatched-looking. The back comes down in a point as well.

The stuff:

New shoe review: Fabulous! is the verdict. These were wonderfully comfy to wear, and the leather softened up over the day substantially.

Bronze bling:

As I mentioned, I'm breaking out my seasonal accessories.

• Belt - Plum
• Anatomical heart necklace - local, gift from L
• "Nevermore" raven cuff - Jezebel Charms, gift from L
• Earrings - local, first wear

Tonight, L and I are off to our friend Greg's place for his birthday celebration, which is the first of FOUR birthdays this weekend...including mine on Sunday!

I will be a whopping 49 years old - and my promise to myself as I enter into my 50th year is to live it to the fullest, celebrate every moment I can, and do things that make me happy. It's going to be a heckuva year!

Happy weekend, everyone, and Happy Turkey Day to my Canadian friends! I'll be back on Monday.