The snow is turning to slush, the sun was out today, and whew, it nearly feels over. Winter, that is. I am quite fine for winter to be over.
- Duster - Lysse; purchased here for $19.99
- Sweater -Banana Republic, thrifted; last seen here in November 2018 under a denim dress
- Trousers - Noa Noa; last worn here in October 2018 with a blue blazer
- Shoes - Matisse; last seen here (3rd outfit) in January with the bark skirt
- Coat (below) - Hilary Radley, thrifted; last worn here a week ago
I've decided that this lace thing is a duster. Even though it buttons up, it's not a jacket, not a cardigan. It's not a shirt and it's not a tunic either. So, duster it is.
I had many admirers of the duster - wearing darker colours under it really helped the pattern pop.
Hands in pockets.
Outerwear - the Unsafe Ocelot was perfect this morning.
- Fur toque/scarf - Danier Leather
- Gloves - Cejon, thrifted
The stuff:
Gold bling:
- Necklace - Trifari, vintage 60s, thrifted
- Earrings - Vintage fair
- Ring - c. 1996
As tomorrow is Valentine's Day, and I'll be working late, followed by a nice dinner with L, I'll be back on Friday to show you my V-Day colours. Will you be in red and/or pink tomorrow?
I love this embroidered piece, it totally rocks over a dark top, such an amazing layering!. And also love the different patterns and textures which match each other through the ensemble, your pants are fabulous (love a wallpaper motive!) and your shoes are simply perfect!. Cool and comfy!
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Thank you, Monica! I am all about texture.
DeleteI love the duster on you and I'm looking forward to seeing how you wear it for warmer weather too :) Glad your snow started melting.
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking flowy silk palazzo pants, Mica. More snow forecast for today, sigh.
DeleteGlad to hear the worst is over, and your weather is improving, although I've just seen in your reply to Mica's comment that more snow is forecast ... Oh no! The duster looks really lovely on. Can't wait to see you style it with palazzo pants, it will look fabulous. Your pattern mixing and matching with the wallpaper pants and Trifari pendant is spot on! Enjoy your Valentine's dinner with L.! xxx
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ann! Yeah, I did snow more yesterday, but it didn't last, and it's raining now, which is great news! Woo!
DeleteThank you so much - I'm excited to style it for warmer weather. Happy V-Day to you!
Agree! It's definitely a duster. And what a lovely one it is too. I loved it with the wallpaper pants - which are fab and those wonderful shoes. Smashing necklace.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely Valentine's Day dinner with L.
Thanks so much, Vronni! It felt good on. Happy V-Day to you!
DeleteAnd what sorts of books do you read? Which genre? Have a good and romantic valentine dinner
ReplyDeleteWe read all genres in Book Club - it depends on what our picker selects! Each time, it's a surprise. Personally, I like fiction, mostly sci-fi or fantasy.
DeleteHappy V-Day to you!
Ooooh -- LOVE the duster!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Cynthia!
DeleteI've never worn a duster -- or even considered wearing one -- but you make them look so good. Another idea you put in my head!
ReplyDeleteYou wear them just like a kimono (which I could TOTALLY see you rocking!). Try it!
DeleteLove your lace duster! And I like that use of terminology. I actually got a lace coat at a vintage shop in Austin, TX about 6 years ago, and haven't really liked the term "coat" for it. Maybe duster is right. I need to wear it more. It is gorgeous--Christian Lacroix. It still had a Neiman Marcus price tag on it--for a ton more than I paid. In fact, if I recall I paid 5% of the original price. I just need to get over how fancy it feels, and enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteI hope your Valentines date was nice!
Thank you, Linda! Wow, Lacroix? You definitely have to wear that duster! What a score! Wear it with a tee and jeans and Converse - dress it casual!
DeleteAw, thank you! It was very chill.
Love that the wallpaper pants are weaved! Have a nice Valentine's Day! X
ReplyDeleteI know, Jess - woven is so much nicer than a print. Happy V-Day to you!
DeleteGlad to hear the snow's on the way out - fingers crossed that it's all over now.
ReplyDeleteThe wallpaper pants were made for that lace duster, a fabulous outfit taken to another level by the Unsafe Ocelot! xxx
Gawd, Vix, I am just DONE with this white stuff! Thank you so much! The Unsafe Ocelot makes everything better!
DeleteYou guys have been getting some real winter weather out there this year! Ours didn't really get started until January but then it really kicked in. I don't mind the snow, but all the ice from the "rain/freeze" cycles we've been having is freaking me out.
ReplyDeleteI like that duster. I have something similar in black that was made in India but it's longer. I wear it over a sleeveless top and pants in warmer weather.
Brr, yes! I'm quite done with all this winter business!
DeleteOoh, yes, that's how I want to wear this in hot weather.
Yummy pattern mix Sheila, I adore jacquarded or brocadestterss , so thirst trousers are u mynalley in the wall paper pattern. I agree, the lace thing is a duster, and would look gorgeous in the spring, over something Pank. Spotted pony shoes, icing on the cake friend!
ReplyDeleteAnother fun mix to brighten my eyes.
Bring on Spring!
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Me too, jacquard and brocade are so rich and luxurious, aren't they? Yes, bring on Spring! Thanks for stopping by, Elle!
DeleteNow that's a lot of prints Sheila and it totally works.
ReplyDeleteThe trousers and the duster have a really cool effect when one falls over the other. I have to ask how you realised these came together. Teach me master!
Thank you, Lorena! I just keep on trying! I hold clothes up to other clothes in my closet - it helps that I can see everything.
DeleteBeautifully put together my dear. I love all of the textures and patterns here and those shoes always make me drool. Totally fab today! x
ReplyDeleteThanks, Anna!
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