Wednesday, April 27, 2022

Casual Snakeskin and Farewell Studs Flashback

I had to do some physical work in the office today, so casual pants and flat shoes were in order. These satin joggers/harem pants did the trick.
It's a rare showing of all neutrals from me; I added some interest with this snakeskin wrap top. 

  • Top - Diane Von Furstenberg, consignment; first worn here in January with giant pants
  • Trousers - Lady Dutch, thrifted; last seen here in September 2021 with florals and a vest
  • Shoes - Seychelles, thrifted; last worn here in August 2021 for a Mom-Day Adventure in Sidney
  • Coat (below) - River Island, consignment; last seen here in March

The top is a silk knit by Diane Von Furstenberg (classy!) and I'm wearing an olive green cami under it.
The satin trousers are so comfy, good for a lot of bending and stretching and climbing up and down ladders and hauling chairs around. 

I like that they have deep pockets and a matte stripe down the outsides of the legs, which you can see near my hand in the stair pic above.
I've waffled on them a few times over the years, but I'm at around 10 wearings of them - considering they were only $6.95 to begin with, that's very good.

I also tend to spill on them every single time I wear them.
Thank goodness they are machine wash/dry. 

Masked up. 
Another snakeskin print! 

Vizzini was lurking around while I did my pics this morning, so I grabbed him for some forced lovin'. 
"I will not look at the camera!"


He's quite happy to get a cuddle, though he kept trying to bite my long, dangly earrings. 

Outerwear. 
Another snakeskin print! I've kind of gone overboard on the snakeskin lately...

Accoutrements. 
Neutral-o-rama! 

  • Scarf - fake Louis (Lewis!) Vuitton, thrifted
  • Gloves - Danier Leather
  • Mask - by Mom

The stuff: 
I was sad to discover that these shoes have ripped and have a hole in them on the back of one heel.
They are not repairable, so we'll say farewell to my little studded friends in a Flashback shortly. 

Silver bling: 
I'm quite fond of all of these. 

  • Lucite/silver bracelet - Alexis Bittar, consignment, Vancouver
  • Etched silver cuff - vintage, thrifted, Powell River
  • Silver bangle - Lazy Susan's
  • Earrings - gift from Lise
  • Silver/crystal ring - Soul Flower
  • Smoky topaz/silver ring - Anneli Neumann, Sweden, vintage mall


Flashback: Seychelles Studded Strappy Flats

I used to go shopping nearly every weekend in the Before Times - I've cut down a bit over the last couple of years - and found  these shoes at the big WIN store here in November 2018 in new condition for $19.99.
They are leather with wee metal studs, and have some nice squishy padding inside. 
The wee buckles have always been finicky - I try not to wear these shopping! 

Not a lick of wear on them. 
Of course, I snapped them up. Brand new shoes for 20 bucks? Duh!

Although I usually wear my new-to-me things immediately, these got stashed in with my spring/summer items, so my first outfit with them was in April 2019.
That's the one and only wearing of those pants, and I believe that may have been the last sighting of that orange top - I remember disliking this look. I still have the blazer. 

I just gave away this magenta blazer recently (having paid a whopping $4.99 for it, I have no regrets).
Do I still have that dress? I think I may have let it go as well. Things are tighter on me lately (thank you, menopause/pandemic). This outfit is from May 2019.

I paired the shoes with this luscious purple velvet Betsey Johnson dress in July 2019.
I used to wear these shoes on really busy days in the office, when I was on my feet nearly all day. 

Another all-neutral outfit, also from July 2019. The top was Helmut Lang and ripped when it caught on one of the office doors, sadly ruining it. 
And I gave the skirt to my colleague Flavia. This outfit is also from July 2019. 

I went shopping with one of my former WW members in September 2019. 
You'll recognize the skirt and denim vest - the tee is long gone. 

Oh, must be the pandemic - I have pink hair! This was in May 2020.
I nearly wore that Jean Paul Gaultier cardigan again today! I'm repeating the arm-party (the bracelets) today, as well as the trousers. 

Later in May, I wore them for a pandemic park party - the pink in my hair faded out quickly, and I have yesterday's Lanvin scarf worn as a headband. 
I love that orange jumpsuit. 

I passed along this denim dress/vest in my big giveaway earlier this month - I couldn't do the snaps up in front anymore and wasn't feeling it. I also let go of the blouse (crap quality) but I still have the skirt (vintage, superb quality).
This is a work outfit from July 2020.

I last wore these shoes for a Mom-Day Adventure in Sidney in August 2021 (here, enjoy) - I remember it was such a lovely hot (26 degrees!) day.
I actually bought a replacement pair of neutral flats recently (these ones here) and was *this close* to wearing them today (I felt it was a bit too much snakeskin!), but those will be my new go-to. 

Mathy stuff: Well, farewell little studded shoes! I wore them 10 times, which is a nice round number, bringing me to $2.00 per wear. Awesome. 


Vizzini, come on, say hello to your fans. 
"Only if I get a kitty treat."

Not gonna happen, bud. 

10 comments:

  1. Sad on the shoes as they are phenomenal. That's a style I love for the office. You even look glam on days your dressed for labor.

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  2. Proving that neutral doesn't have to be boring and beige! Loving today's jewellery but the best accessory has to be Vizzini! xxx

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  3. Neutral but definitely not boring! I'm loving the satin joggers, and your Diane Von Furstenberg snake print blouse is very Classy indeed. Such a shame about the shoes, but at least you paid tribute to them with your flashback!
    Although Bess does love a cuddle, she absolutely hate being picked up! Not even with the promise of a kitty treat :-) xxx

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  4. Your outfit is gorgeous and you look great in it. The trousers are so cute!!

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  5. I love the Vizzini shot, he's precious.
    The wrap snake print blouse is gorgeous.
    I love the pairing with those lovely satin pants.
    Shame about those studded pointy flats but it is great you have already found a replacement. I have enjoyed the fashion flash back.

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  6. I love all of the snake print! It's a shame about the flats but you did get good value from them and it's nice you already have a replacement, so hopefully you will not miss them too much!

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  7. Aww, Vizzini is the cutest! I doubt I could refrain from giving him a whole bag of treats every day. ;D

    What a lovely look back at the (uber stylish) life those got to experience during their years with you. They definitely served you well and vice versa.

    Ooooh, and I would be remiss if I did not state just how much I madly ADORE that divine dark purple velvet dress. What a stunning garment! (Plus, it's great to know I am not alone in rocking velvet evening during the scorching dog days of summer.)

    Autumn Zenith 🧡 Witchcrafted Life

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  8. This is a very flattering outfit. Proportion wise, it is stellar. I love these trousers and you cannot go wrong with a DvF wrap top.
    The shoes go so well with this outfit.
    Greetje

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  9. Shocking to see you in head to toe neutrals (snakeskin is a neutral, isn't it?) and looking comfy&stylish!, love that you added lots of textures and a fabulous coat!.
    Sorry that the shoes get worn, they were really versatile (but the new ones rock too!)
    besos

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