Ah, Mondays. Today's outfit just felt right. I'm doing a little "clothing as armour", a bit of wearing my power colour, and a smidge of fake it till you feel it.
- Top - Linda Lundstrom, thrifted; first worn here a year ago in August 2018 with purple leather (and purple hair - I was just growing out my hair then)
- Skirt - Mister Leonard, vintage 60s, thrifted; last seen here in May 2018 (!) with black and white patterns
- Shoes - Gentle Souls; last worn here in April with a salamander
- Coat (below) - Joseph Ribkoff, thrifted; last seen here in May
This is only my second wearing of this silver knit top (I bought it over a year ago for $9.50) and it didn't ring my bell that much this time, so off it goes to the giveaway pile.
Although I only wear this skirt once a year, I just love it - it's a gorgeous summer-weight wool, fully-lined, just so luxe. A keeper!
I wear it when I need to feel up and social, as well as when I want to hide. It's contradictory, but then, so am I.
The stuff:
Silver bling:
- Cuff - thrifted
- Necklace/earrings - Sarah Coventry, vintage fair
- Silver/crystal ring - Soul Flower
- Shield ring - Nine West
Today, the teenage seagulls on the roof across from my stair pic location were squawking away at their parent.
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| "I don't wanna leave home! I don't wanna learn to fly!" |
They - and the teenage crows in our neighbourhood - are a raucous bunch!
What Is it about yellow that makes it such a mystery colour? I love how it’s your pump power colour honey- gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI don't know - but it's my power colour! Thanks, sweetheart!
DeleteI like yellow and grey together, even if you weren't enjoying the top this time! And the yellow skirt is so beautiful! :) Hope you had a great day in your power colour!
ReplyDeleteMe too, Mica - they are great colours together. It was...okay.
DeleteI have not worn this grey and yellow combination in a while, you've reminded me of how good it looks.
ReplyDeleteIt reminds me of parakeets.
DeleteI've never thought about wearing a certain colour when I'm in a certain mood, apart from the fact that wearing bright colours are making me feel better when I'm low. That Marigold yellow skirt is a delight and I love how you paired it with silvers and greys. That is not a combination I would ever have thought of. Those shoes are fab, and I'm actually loving shoes with ankle straps too. So comfortable, apart from looking great, obviously! xxx
ReplyDeleteOh, I do it a lot, Ann! Red is my "I'm taking charge" colour, for when I'm feeling insecure.
DeleteThank you so much! I love yellow and grey. Ankle straps are awesome!
WOW, I've been absent for a long time, I love your hair.
ReplyDeleteIt has been a while, Polly! Great to see you. Thank you! It's been almost a year since I started growing out my gray!
DeleteWe have a little bird that always comes around 8.00pm to sleep on the camera at the front door. I think it's so sad, where are his family? Ha ha animals can teir us to tears can't they.
ReplyDeleteAw, that's so sweet, but also sad! Maybe you are his family?
DeleteTeenagers!
ReplyDeleteI know, what a pain they are! ;-P
DeleteI totally understand your 'clothing as armour' and 'fake it til you make it' way of thinking. I do that quite a bit too. X
ReplyDeleteA lot of people use these tactics subconsciously, I think. Once I became aware that that's what I was doing, it was easier to "gear up" when I needed that boost or protection. Thank you, hon!
DeleteI love yellow with grey, and yellow with silver looks even better!
ReplyDeleteI tend to wear a lot of black or something quite masculine (and BOOTS) when I'm in need of armour.
Thanks so much, Mim! I like doing chunky boots and buckles too - I don't skew too masculine (unless I'm doing a suit) otherwise.
DeleteI enjoy seeing yellow and grey worn together on other people, but I don't know if I would attempt it myself. I have lots of grey in my wardrobe but I guess I just haven't found the right yellow piece yet. If I'm not feeling my best, I need to wear something simple that also makes me feel powerful in order to get through the day.
ReplyDeleteGive it a shot - you never know! I get what you mean, though. Thanks, Shelley!
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