Bigass Weekend Wrap-Up: Friday Cowgirl, Ulti Lace and Maxi, L's B-Day Party

Ah, Sunday...where did the time go? Let's try to remember. 

Here's Friday! I worked a half day on Friday, so I wore comfy things for walking in the afternoon.

One of my few denim items is this skirt, paired here with my new-to-me blouse.

• Blouse - Lucky Brand, thrifted; purchased here for $9.99
• Skirt - Nicole Miller, consignment; last seen here (2nd outfit) in November 2016 with copper leather and glitter shoes
• Boots - 1883 Lucchesse, consignment; last worn here (3rd outfit) in May for Ulti

 I suspect this blouse is from the early 90s - it has that very full "puffy shirt" feeling, a la Seinfeld.

 I love this denim pencil skirt - it's very high-waisted, so it keeps everything in check.

The stuff:

 Love these boots. I've gotten my money's worth out of them for sure.

Silver and red bling:

 First wearing of this new-to-me pony hair belt.

• Belt - Gap, consignment
• Ring - Nine West
• Earrings - gift from Lise

I did an early afternoon grocery shop in anticipation of L's birthday party at our house on Saturday, then met up with L for brunch. We sauntered home on the sunny afternoon, and spent our evening playing board games. Wonderful!

L's actual birthday was on Saturday, but it was business as usual - we had a game of Ulti to play!

 Always ready to be civilized in public!

• Top - La Vie 89, thrifted; last seen here (4th outfit) for weekend birthday shopping in May
• Cardigan (below) - Jacob, thrifted; last worn here (4th outfit) in August 2016 for a shopping outing
• Skirt - Alex Colman, vintage, consignment; last seen here (2nd outfit) in September 2016 for a post-tattoo theatre date with Mom
• Shoes - Half Truth Veda, Fluevog; last worn here a few days ago in May with poppies

 Got my shades on, and I'm fully sunblocked. We had a great game (my team won!), with much running around and high-fiving, followed by lunch with just L and I.

We spent the afternoon tidying up the house, building our party playlist (L) and prepping the food (me).

 I had enough time to nap beforehand. I love naps.

 I also love this skirt - it's such a beautiful piece. People just call out in passing, "Beautiful skirt!"

The stuff:

 Much walking done in these - these have been one of my best Fluevog investments for cost-per-wear...unlike my spectacular boots I wore later that night.

Turquoise and brass bling:

 It was overcast during our game, which is nice, because we don't die in the heat, but it got sunny as the afternoon wore on.

• Cuff - vintage 70s, Mom's
• Ring - local
• Earrings - Mango's

Party outfit! Our first guests arrived just as I was taking my pictures, so I had to dash!

 I dressed for L - who is a leg man, hee hee - in a short skirt and high heels. Happy Birthday, L!

• Dress - Fire Los Angeles, thrifted; purchased here in April for $6.00
• Boots - LA Malibu, Fluevog; last worn here (2nd outfit) in November 2015 for Urbanite at the Art Gallery

Check out the bigass sleeve on this dress.

 The dress is just pull-on, with an elasticated waist. It was very comfy to wear. When I originally bought it, I thought I might only wear it once, but frankly, it's a keeper - I love the simple shape, and it fits me well. $6.00 well-spent!

Uh-oh, there's the front door buzzer. L, you get the door while I finish my pics!

I curled my post-nap hair and smooshed it up with some hairspray for more volume.

Check out my stocking-printed tights:

 Sexy! You could see peeks of them when I sat down (which was often, in these boots).

The stuff:

 I managed to last nearly the entire party - from 8pm until 2am - in these boots. They are very tall - I am 5'10" in them (I'm 5'4" barefoot).

I underestimated how many times I've worn them - I think I'm up to 8 outfits, which brings my cost-per-wear down to a practically cheap $50 per wear. I'm happy with that, but of course, these are going NOWHERE. I love them.

Check 'em out, and yes, you may gasp.

 They are beautifully constructed for a 6-inch heel - and shockingly comfortable and easy to walk in (for a 6-inch heel). My feet are a little tired today, but not too bad.

Silver bling:

I wore the hairpin...in my hair. Shocker!

• Cuff - Fossil, gift from L
• Earrings - Fossil, thrifted
• Hairpin - Le Chateau (the other one broke when I was putting it in, aw)
• Ring - Soul Flower

And now, off to do some couch-time with L as we relax. Hope you enjoyed your weekend!