Classic Cowgirl, Velvet and Fringe

Today's outfit is an old favourite that I've worn before, for a reason - it's fabulous! 

 Velvet, thick embroidery, heavy suede and fringe - what more could you want?

• Velvet blazer - Le Chateau, consignment; last seen here in January with a different suede skirt (same top and belt!)
• Sleeveless top - Jacob, thrifted; last seen here (2nd outfit) in September with a boho green skirt 
• Skirt - Pioneer Wear, vintage 80s, vintage fair; last worn here in February with black and white plaid ruffles
• Boots - Clarks; last seen here earlier this month with a jammy dress
• Leather trench coat (below) - no label, vintage 70s, thrifted; last worn here (2nd outfit) over dark greens

This is actually the fourth time in 6 years that I've worn this skirt with this blazer, and the third time that I've worn these boots with the full ensemble. Hey, when you have a winning combination, you always have a go-to look.

I adore this jacket - it's from the mid-00s, which I know because one of my old high school friends worked for Le Chateau as a buyer and wore this to dinner one night. I coveted it and finally spotted one in a consignment store in early 2011.

I had to go through both of our offices today, requesting everyone show me their ID cards and access cards for a security audit, and since I was being the "Security Sheriff" today, I injected a little levity with a paper sheriff's badge and my cowgirl skirt. It worked well, and people could hear me coming, as this skirt sounds like a rainstick when I walk.

Outerwear - I sewed the button back on my jacket when I did a fit of mending recently. I love this vintage leather trench - I never mind getting it wet, and it's soft but strong. I could definitely go adventuring in it. 

 Or maybe just walk to work in it.

• Fur scarf  - Danier, thrifted
• Wool fingerless gloves - Parkhurst

I had to dash back inside and grab my brolly for my walk to work. Spitty rain!

The stuff: 
 These boots always get love. I like how the heel and toe are darker - it reminds me of Siamese cats.

Purple bling:

My tattoo is healing up well - I wore Dad's ring today.

• Belt - Plum
• Amber ring - c. 1996
• Amethyst ring - Dad's, c. 1965
• Earrings - vintage store, c. 1997