Bigass Weekend Wrap-Up: Red and Rainbow, Futurist Urbanite, Mini Morning, Party Lily

What a fun weekend we've had, and I'm eager to watch the red carpet and the Oscars tonight, so let's see what I've been up to, shall we? 

Here's Friday's work outfit - red booties time! 

 A good excuse to wear this fabulous rainbow plaid skirt again.

• Shirt - Cleo, thrifted; last seen here in December 2018 with black and white houndstooth
• Skirt - Simon Chang, vintage 80s, thrifted; first worn here in November 2018 with turmeric
• Booties - Zara, consignment; purchased here for $38.40
• Coat (below) - Danier Leather; last worn here last weekend

Again using black to let the skirt pop.

 I like the tux detailing on the front of the shirt.

The skirt has 3 gold buttons on the back slit.

 In order to actually walk, I unbutton two of them.

Is that the weekend I see?

 It totally is!

Outerwear - I'm ready for chilly variable weather: snow, rain, wind, clouds, sun.

 First wearing of the orange leather gloves - not very warm, but otherwise good.

• Scarf - thrifted
• Gloves - consignment; purchased here for $17.99

The stuff:

 It was also the first wearing of these faux leather booties. Ugh, I'm reminded why I prefer leather. These rubbed my lower legs - I had to put band-aids on.

[Oops, forgot the bling pic:

• Belt - thrifted
• Bracelet - thrifted
• Earrings - vintage fair]

They also developed lighter red areas where they creased from wearing them all day.

 I might wear these one more time, but they are not going to last long with me. I demand quality and comfort in addition to cuteness!

After work on Friday, L and I got dressed up for Urbanite (link), the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria's "pop-up party". Nick joined us, and we ran into tons of people we knew.

 The theme was "Futurisms: Imagining Other Worlds, New Realities" and lots of participants got on board with the theme - I was not the most dressed up person there (for once)! I love when people get into a theme; there were space-inspired looks, lots of tinfoil, fiberoptics, lights, shiny fabric, and futuristic makeup.

This is my entry for "Visible Monday" over at Patti's Not Yet Dead Style. Go on, check it out!

• Dress - Kenzo, purchased here for $68.00
• Boots - Teah Truths, Fluevog; last worn here (2nd outfit) last weekend for dinner out in pink velvet
• Coat (below) - Le Chateau, vintage 90s, thrifted; last worn here (2nd outfit) in October 2016 to see Alice Cooper in concert

My future is dystopian post-apocalyptic with a dash of steampunk.

I loved wearing this fun Kenzo dress which I am calling Cinderella's Rags. No slight to the dress - it was a pleasure to wear, very soft and comfortable. It's cotton, very finely woven.

The skirt is actually quite full and moves when I walk.

 About a Swoosh Factor 5. I was pleasantly surprised.

The major folds in the dress are held together by buttons.

 Although it looks like I have pockets, these pass through. They were fun to play with when when standing around or dancing.

I loved wearing this giant furry top-hat. It was magnificent.

As you can see, I had fun with my liquid eyeliner marker! I shaded the lines with grey shadow, and coloured in the two triangles on each apple of my cheeks with gold and silver eyeshadow.

I also had gold and silver on my upper eyelids.

I was happy that it turned out nice and (sort of) straight!

I had to wear this wonderful satin duster, even though it was cold to wear outdoors.

Worth it! I made an entrance.

Boo-yah! Action shot of the swoosh action of the coat.

I love getting dressed up!

The stuff:

 The accessories make the outfit.

• Hat - vintage, thrifted; purchased here for $4.95
• Purse - Fiveleft
• Stomacher - InWear
• Belt - BCBG Max Azria, consignment
• Gloves - Danier Leather
• Cuff - Guess, thrifted
• Studded cuff - vintage
• Earrings - Brenda Schoenfeld, 1992, vintage mall
• "I am the future" button - AGGV

Boots! I'd originally wanted to wear these boots, but my damaged pinkie toe said, No no no."

 I ended up much happier over the evening in these - good choice, pinkie toe.

L went with a "Space Cowboy" look.

 The vest and jacket are second-hand; jeans are Balmain; boots by Fluevog; L's stepdad's vintage bolo. I thrifted the belt buckle, and bought L the vintage pocket watch 20 years ago.

I was up early on Saturday morning - I had to go to work!

 I had some mandatory training at my WW job, but it was short, and I met L for brunch afterwards. Win!

• Dress - Desigual by Christian Lacroix, thrifted; last worn here (2nd outfit) for a rainy shop in December 2018
• Booties, Arnold Chirgin, thrifted; purchased here for $44.99
• Coat (below) - Danier Leather; last seen here in November 2018

Another wearing of this fun printed dress.

 I walked to the meeting and home after with L - it was a lovely sunny day.

We went to the Beagle Pub in Cook Street Village (I lived there in the 90s).

 The old neighbourhood has changed a lot - so much development.

Outerwear - wearing my own sunshine, just in case.

 Another wearing of the orange accessories.

• Scarf - thrifted
• Gloves - consignment

The stuff:

 In contrast to the other pair of booties, these were magnificent. I love that zipper detail, and they were great for all the walking we did. 

Red and gold bling:

 I've had this lovely leather obi for several years.

• Obi - local, gift from L
• Bangle - thrifted
• Spinner ring - Twang & Pearl
• Earrings - thrifted

 After some reading, napping and cuddle time with Vizzini, L and I went to our friend Greg's 50th birthday party.

 This calls for a jammy dress! I need no excuse to break out this gorgeous lily print beauty.

• Dress - no label, thrifted; last worn here (3rd outfit) for Andrew's birthday in April 2018
• Boots - Libby Smith Bellevue, Fluevog; last seen here (3rd outfit) in November 2018
• Coat (below) - Apparence, vintage, thrifted; last worn here last weekend

I knew I'd have to take my shoes off for the house party, so I wore knee-high black socks over my tights to keep my legs warm.

"You're going out again?"

The dress is a stretchy fine synthetic knit and is great for lounging around. I wore a vintage slip under this for an extra layer.

I noticed that the pattern on the arms is symmetrical - an indicator of quality.

"I do not approve - you should stay home with me."

 I love that the lilies, leaves and berries pattern is one neck to hem print - so unusual!

Showing the boots. 

I just wore them between cab and door.

Outerwear: again, only worn briefly, the Unsafe Polar Bear.

 Snuggly!

• Pashmina - Portolano, thrifted
• Gloves - consignment

The stuff:

 Such a fun colour combination: caramel, purple and rust.

Pearly bling:

The dress doesn't require a lot of bling - pearls always look good. 

• Pearl ring - Erth, consignment
• Fulvia Ring - Wendy Brandes
• Earrings - thrifted

Vizzini's been needy all weekend, requiring lots of cuddles. 

"You're just a warm lap to me."

That's probably true!

I hope everyone had a great weekend!