Bigass Holiday Wrap-Up: Blue Christmas; Rainy Shop

Hello! What a whirlwind the time off is - the days are flying by! 

This is what I wore to have Christmas Part 2 at Mom's house. 

 Mom keeps her house cold, so I wore a lot of layers.

• Velvet mock-neck - Mantles, consignment; last seen here in my Hallowe'en costume in October
• Sweater - Banana Republic, thrifted; first worn here (5th outfit, past my closet pics) in October with plaid pants
• Long cardigan - vintage 80s, Ports, consignment; last seen here (4th outfit) for Winesday at Marian's in September
• Shoes - Room 502 Entrance, Fluevog; last worn here a couple of weeks ago with my PANK dress
• Sleeveless coat - Only, thrifted; last seen here for our trip to Powell River for Christmas

Our three nieces were there, and we all hung out and exchanged gifts.

 We also had a nice light lunch.

Followed by a game to win chocolates.

 I did not win, even though I wanted more chocolate (ha!).

I did let my niece Sidney try on my shoes, though.

 Not quite yet, but maybe one day!

Outerwear - it was a sunny day, so not much needed.

 L and I cabbed there, and then Mom drove us home.

• Wool beret - consignment
• Leather gloves - Danier Leather

The stuff:

 Love these shoes. I clomped around like the crazy Auntie Sheila that I am.

Silver and blue bling:

 A few favourite things.

• Earrings - Brenda Schoenfeld, 1992; vintage mall
• Crystal ring - Soul Flower
• Sodalite ring - Scotland, 1996
• Lapis lazuli ring - Wendy Brandes

Gifts from Mom:

 Tights and jewelry - she knows me well.

A pretty leaf necklace.

 I like how the leaves link together.

And this cool shell/tentacle cameo pendant.

 Made locally! Thanks, Mom!

Today, I walked down Oak Bay Avenue to House of Savoy.

 An easy shopping outfit.

• Dress - Desigual by Christian Lacroix, thrifted; last worn here (3rd outfit) for a shop in October
• Boots - Matisse, consignment; last seen here (2nd outfit) in October with amazing pants (they went to one of Yvonne's coworkers)
• Coat (below) - Danier Leather; last worn here last week

It's a grey and rainy day, so dressed warmly, but this is all stuff that's easy to get off and back on.

 Shopping requires a certain type of clothing.

I'm rather fond of this dress.

 Wore a pair of my new tights. The colour is more burgundy in person.

Do these tights go with this dress?

 Hmmm....close enough.

Outerwear - I clipped my hair up under the stretchy toque for my walk.

 Bundled up for the wind. I also carried an umbrella.

• Toque/scarf - Danier Leather
• Gloves - Cejon, thrifted

The stuff:

 Good boots for walking.

Special guest bling:

 My mother-in-law gave me some money for Christmas, so this tiger "creeper" brooch is what I bought with it.

• Ear-balls - Dior, consignment

He's gold-tone with green eyes.

 Lots of clear crystals.

Black long crystals for his stripes.

 This was $65.00 at Good Things Vintage.

It's fully articulated, from the tip of the tail to the tip of his paw.

 No marks on him, but he does have two separate pins: a mark of quality.

I did well at House of Savoy. I try on everything that looks interesting, although I do find the higher "designer consignment" prices intimidating. Fortunately, they do have a sale rack!

I found these stunning silver stretch jeans for only $12.00!

 They fit perfectly, and are high-waisted, which I like. No crack-a-lackin'!

They are by H&M. The two zip front pockets are real, although ow! Why would you put zippers there?

 There are two fake pockets in back. I like the double-snap front. They are sold out on the H&M site (here, linking 'cause I love) but were originally $34.99.

I fell for the gorgeous pattern on this blouse.

 So pretty! I love the swirls of blue with the splashes of burgundy and moss-green.

The background is cream with black accents.

 It fit really well.

It's by Sylvia Lee for Barcelino per Donna.

 I found nothing for this label, but I did discover that Barcelino is a clothing store in California (here). Same font on their labels as on this blouse.

The size is noted as 12, but it's not a modern size 12, so I'm guessing that this is a vintage-ish piece. Yup, they expanded to include "Per Donna" in 1995 for career women.

 I knew it was silk by feel, but I was glad to have confirmation. This was $35.00.

I just loved how this jacket fit. Also, PLAID!

 Great waistband details, and I adore the raw fringed edges.

It's by Nanette Lepore, and is called the Espionage jacket.

 Look at that nice fringe!

I love the horn button (there is also a hook and eye) at the waist closure.

 This was $75.00, but the original price was $398.00, so I don't feel too bad about that.

It's made in the USA, like all Nanette Lepore.

 I'll always pay a little extra for something made in a first world country!

As I wrap up this post, Vizzini is circling - he knows I'm going out (again).

"First the Man leaves, then you again?"

Sorry, buddy! Off to hang out with some friends.

I hope you are all having a lovely quiet week!