After yesterday's "meh" outfit, a good Jammy Dress feels like I'm bouncing right back.
This dress is a resounding YES for me, and worth every one of its twelve dollars.
The velvet creased up while I worked in it, but that's to be expected.
I tried multiple pairs of boots with it, and all were fabulous.
I also pondered my jewelry options - my copper looks stunning against this rich blue velvet.
But most of all, I know this is a true Jammy Dress because...
POCKETS!
I felt like a rock star, especially after my hair puffed out to a big 70s shag after walking to and from work in the rain without a hat.
This puffer always feels like a hug. It's therapy too!
We had fog all day, which matched my state of mind.
It's the time of year - I haven't seen sunshine in weeks!
You may have noticed that I have a very critical eye when it comes to my things. It's time for this scarf to go to the Consignment Gods.
Bye-bye, ugly Halston scarf! I paid $14.95 for it back here in spring 2022, new with tags.
Accoutrements:
- Silk scarf - Halston, vintage 90s, thrifted
- Gloves - Parkhurst
The stuff:
I just love these studded boots - they're so over the top.
Alien bling:
This statement necklace has to be planned for! I spotted the blue stones on the "alien" head and the other shapes, and knew this would look great with the blue dress.
- Necklace - All Saints, gift from Dominique
- Silver studded Lucite cuff - Alexis Bittar, consignment, Vancouver
- Chain cuff - consignment
- Silver/turquoise earrings - thrifted; purchased here for $15.00
- Silver/obsidian ring - consignment
- Lapis lazuli ring/Fulvia Ring - Wendy Brandes
- Kyanite/silver ring - consignment
I liked how the shape of the earrings matched the necklace.
Yes to the dress! Cos is one of those labels I always snap up in charity shops, they're really well designed and a cut above the usual high street fodder. That dress is a case in point.
ReplyDeleteI'd forgotten that fantastic Alien Head necklace, such fun. xxx
Very fab dress but the boots are the superstars for me. Wow - love them! Lise
ReplyDeleteI like how the aliens mesh with the studs of the boots. As for the dress, oh yes, ‘one and done’ with the added plus of pockets and velvet, definitely a ‘pick me up’ outfit! Glad it did just that for you!
ReplyDeleteCheers, Laurie
Yes. Velvet is not only visually appealing but tactilely pleasant. I love to touch it. And yes again, you're a rock star!
ReplyDeleteAh, that must be the ultimate jammy dress. Blue velvet + pockets: be still my heart!
ReplyDeleteAnd you couldn't have chosen a better necklace to wear with it than the Alien Head one! xxx
Great dress and surprise to wear it so quickly after you bought it at bookclub. I just wore a dress on Friday too while working from home and it had a good psychological effect on me. Will do so more often.
ReplyDeleteFantastic dress, fantastic boots. A real winner. It reminds me of the yellow Essentiel dress.
ReplyDeleteGreetje