Valentino and Equestrian Pink

I have a cadre of coworkers - both men and women - that I chat clothing with.

 They come to see what I'm wearing, and I point out details of my outfit, what I paid, stuff about the brands, as well as fabric, design and colour.

• Blouse - Cache (cash-AY!), thrifted; first seen here in March with the perfect pencil skirt
• Skirt (part of a suit) - Valentino, vintage 80s, thrifted; last worn here in January with teal velvet
• Shoes - Asos, consignment; last seen here in May with a glorious beaded sweater

It's kind of like the live and in-person version of my blog, ha! I like to try to educate my coworkers on how to dress well on a budget, as well as how to express yourself through your clothing.

My biannual wearing of this VALENTINO wool, Italian-made skirt (with pockets!). It has a matching jacket, pic here, details here from when I bought it for $12.00.

On the top, we have a stretch silk blouse, with an equestrian theme and bronze snaps instead of buttons. I have a brown cami underneath, as the neckline dives a bit low.

You can tell this is quality; check out the back.

 The pattern is centred! It is on the front and sleeves as well. It's a waste of fabric when cutting a garment from a pattern, so indicates a better-made item. I'm still boggled that I paid $10 for it - bargain!

The stuff:

 Another wearing of my pinky-peach shoes. I get quite a bit of wear out of these, and they are starting to show it. Must find new pink shoes. Thrift gods, smile upon me!

Equestrian bling:

You couldn't see the bracelets due to the sleeves of the blouse being a bit long, but I knew they were there!

• Necklace - Banana Republic, thrifted 
• Amber ring - c. 1996
• Earrings - thrifted
• Chain/leather cuff - thrifted
• "Gucci" bangle - gift from Mom & Dad, from Italy