Autumn Sunset

And before you know it, it's the weekend! 

We've had such clear weather lately that my morning stair pictures have been turning out really bright - I've toned down the light, but at least you can get a look at the wonderful blue of my boots here.

• Blazer - Emporio Armani, vintage 90s, thrifted; last worn here in September with matching stripes
• Blouse - Talbots, thrifted; purchased here for $7.50
• Skirt - Ted Baker, consignment; last seen here with autumn pastels in September
• Boots - Ishshoes Chatterbox, Fluevog; last worn here in January with a cocoon of comfort
• Coat (below) - Auckie Sanft, vintage 60s, thrifted; last seen here last weekend

The boots photograph poorly indoors, but now you can see the rest of my outfit. I took the jacket off when I had hot flashes. I've discovered these are brought on by drinking a lot of hot liquid quickly (coffee, tea), and by climbing stairs. I go up and down stairs about 20 times a day at work, so I had the jacket off frequently.

The pink blouse is such a pretty colour - it actually has a woven snakeskin pattern in it (you can see it here).

It's viscose but drapes like silk, and it wrinkles like mad. It steamed out beautifully though, and looks good here.

The skirt is so pretty - I'm glad I kept it out for fall/winter.

Jacket on and special guest photobomber, L.

He has a new job, and since he's now working downtown, we have more overlap time in the mornings. So nice to actually see him for a while (although I am not very communicative until I've had my coffee).

I liked the blouse with this jacket - I should have pulled the bow out for the picture though. Oops.

The jacket is gorgeous quality. It's made in Italy and beautifully cut.

I could use a higher slit on this skirt for walking, but it's not too bad.

The boots have a cut-in heel - groovy, eh?

Vizzini has been hiding in the mornings. It's not quite cold enough to start heating the bedroom, but it's too chilly in general for His Cuddliness.

"Tell them how you chased me out from under the bed."

It's true, I did do that. He stuck his paw in my face this morning!

Outerwear - only the Fuzzy Flamingo would do.

 All these colours started to remind me of the beautiful sunsets we've been having. As I was walking home, I realized I matched the sky almost perfectly.

Done up - I was way too warm in this.

Didn't need the gloves or the scarf on the way home.

• Fur scarf/leather gloves - Danier Leather

The stuff:

These boots are a lovely soft velvet, and an absolute delight to wear. Go back and look at the colour in the stair picture again - isn't it amazing?

Blue bling:

I pinned the brooch on the lapel of the blazer.

• Brooch - vintage 60s, vintage fair
• Earrings - thrifted
• Lapis lazuli ring/Fulvia Ring - Wendy Brandes

I made it home in time to take a couple of pictures of the sunset.

Through the Gary oaks in our front yard.

And from the stairwell outside.

Nature always has a better outfit than me!

And now, my friends, I will leave you as we embark on our long weekend here in Canada. It's Remembrance Day on Monday, as we honour those who represent and stand for our country in the military.

"And I will go back under the bed."

I'll be back on Monday with tales of our shenanigans. Have a wonderful weekend, and thank you for stopping by!