Fall brings out the "soft goth" in me - I love wearing darker colours and playing with texture at this time of year. So, don't be scared because I'm wearing dark colours.
- Sweater - Morena, consignment; purchased here for $10.00 in July
- Skirt - Gunex, thrifted; last seen here in February with teal and a swan
- Shoes - Hispanitas; last worn here in April in a 90s kind of outfit
- Coat (below) - Rodarte for Opening Ceremony, consignment; last seen here - ha! - when I last wore this skirt, in February
I had lots of compliments on the components of my outfit. The sweater is a soft, nubby boucle (boo-CLAY) with a lot of stretch in it, and it has interesting details like a ruffle of lavender around half of the neckline, odd zippers, swatches of black silk and leather randomly sewn on it.
My coworker Fiona exclaimed, "Your bark skirt is back!" This skirt is very stiff, perma-crinkled fabric - it looks like cedar bark.
Outerwear today is my "Ringmaster" jacket, a gorgeous piece by Rodarte for Opening Ceremony - check it out, here's my coat in cream on sale for over $1200! (linking 'cause I love). I paid $42.98 for mine - score!
I wish it had pockets, but I still love it. All coats should have pockets!
- Gloves - Parkhurst
I didn't need the gloves (or yesterday's forgotten scarf) at all by the end of day - it was beautiful out.
The stuff:
Mishmashed bling:
- Lace cuff - locally made in Nashville, TN
- Zipper rose - Victoria & Albert Museum gift shop, London
- Bracelet - c.1930s, old family piece, Gram's
- Earrings - thrifted
- Amethyst ring - gift from Dad, c. 1984
- Hematite ring - thrifted
This coming weekend is Thanksgiving in Canada (Monday's a holiday) - a very happy turkey day to my fellow Canucks! I'm also starting my birthday week celebrations (Tuesday is my actual b-day) with a party! I will be back soon with tales of adventure...Have a very happy weekend, everyone, and thanks for stopping by.
I'm loving this soft goth outfit, Sheila! Love the mix of textures and your shoes and accessories! Hope you have a great Thanksgiving weekend! XXX
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sasha! Sometimes I just like to wear dark colours!
DeleteSoft goth! Love it! The ringmaster's jacket is incredible, what a bargain! xxx
ReplyDeleteThanks, Vix! I know, I was so excited when I found that link!
DeleteI really like the mix of textures in your outfit, and I did think the brooch was part of the jacket at first, it matches so well! :)
ReplyDeleteThat's what happens when you start having a big collection of accessories - stuff starts to match other things! Thanks, Mica!
Deletewoww, love your 'soft goth' style, so cool and edgy!, lots of interesting textures and accessories and fabulous shoes too! I'm loving particularly your coat, it totally rocks (sorry it has no pockets!)
ReplyDeleteWearing total black feels like visiting an old friend for me!. Still love it!
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Thank you, Monica! It's an awesome coat, even without pockets. Wearing black is odd for me - I always feel like I'm hiding in black.
DeleteThis soft goth look is perfect on you! :) love that skirt!
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DeleteQuite unexpected, but the soft goth look really suits you. Love the bark skirt and the ringmaster's jacket! You're so lucky to have another extended weekend, especially at the start of your birthday week. Can't wait to hear about your party! xxx
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ann! It's not a usual look for me, but it's one I like to dabble in a bit. I totally planned the double-long weekend!
DeleteI do a sort of "soft goth" look in the winter as most of my pieces are black. I love all the pieces in this outfit - the mix of textures is great. Hope you are having a nice Thanksgiving weekend.
ReplyDeleteI have a lot more dark colours in my wardrobe at this time of year, but I still mix a lot of the brights in there. Happy Thanksgiving, thank you, Shelley!
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