Olives and Pops of Sunshine (Plus Therapy Shoes)

I'm craving down-time, and I'm struggling to stay upbeat this week. Little things get me down. 

 I try to let things go, but you know how you can dwell on those small things? That hamster wheel in my head just keeps on going and going. I make myself feel better by wearing yellow.

• Blouse - Mexx, thrifted; first worn here in August
• Skirt (part of a suit) - Miss V by Valentino, vintage 80s, thrifted; last seen here in June with pale pinks
• Shoes - Big Presence Desmond, Fluevog; last worn here in July with chrysanthemums
• Leather jacket (below) - Danier Leather; last seen here in May

 I needed a full-on yellow caftan to really lift me up, but these little pops of sunshine helped, especially the parts I can see (the shoes and the bangle).

 One last wearing of this "olive" patterned top before it hibernates for the winter. Due to the cut of the collar, it doesn't layer under blazers or cardigans, so away it goes.

I'm always happy to wear my real Valentino - this skirt may not be an exciting colour, but it's VALENTINO, people. That fills me with glee.

 Besides, a neutral is lovely with brights.

Real face.

 Skirts with pockets for the win!

Putting on this yellow leather jacket (which I've had for 8 years) brightens my mood.

 It's been warm and sunny (aside from chilly mornings) all week, and it's not really needed, but I'll take fake sunshine in addition to real sunshine any time!

The stuff:

Must wear all the yellow! All of it! I pack these shoes away for fall/winter too. 

Yellow bling: 

All getting stored away (not the rings). 

• Belt - Liz Claiborne, vintage, thrifted
• Bangle - thrifted
• Bakelite earrings - vintage 60s, thrifted, vintage fair
• Bronze ring - P. Sarpaneva, 1970s, vintage expo
• Crystal ring - Uffizi Gallery gift shop, Florence, Italy
• Amber ring - c. 1996

 Not feeling at all guilty that I indulged in a pair of shoes on my lunch break.

 I modeled them in my wear-around-the-house camo pants. L and Vizzini were very impressed.

These are by Sol Sana (I have this pair by them as well) and they were 50% off (last pair!) for $125.00 at Footloose Shoes.

 They are black suede embroidered with silver lame (lah-MAY, darlings!) in a palm design. They're called the "Cathy."

Monster platforms for height. The back of the shoe comes up and cups my heel for extra security, and gives the illusion of an even higher heel. Love it!

But it's a net-height of only 2 inches - totally walkable, danceable and stand-around-able. They will be wonderful with my party dresses this winter!