This is very much how I see my style going - but don't panic, I'm not about to go all neutrals or anything! I love colour too much for that.
- Mesh top - Mexx, thrifted; last worn here in July under the Completely Impractical Raincoat
- Vest top - Sun Kim, thrifted; last seen here in March with gold and black velvet
- Wool trousers - Red Valentino, consignment; last worn here in February with all my pinstripes
- Leather booties - Matisse, thrifted; purchased here for $24.95
- Suede coat (below) - Tadmor, vintage 70s, vintage mall; last seen here in October
The olive vest is a groovy piece - I played with the wired neckline a bit.
I showed off the black pinstriped wool Valentino trousers to my colleagues, who marveled more at my full-length "pantaloon" slip that I had underneath. The trousers are not lined.
I am proud that I fully resewed the cuffed hems.
A handy skill to have!
Ready for rain.
I fully expected to get soaked, as it had poured all night, with lashings of wind.
It did not rain! It was even sunny briefly.
This wool fedora maker created hats for Dame Diana Rigg!
Happy to wear this lovely blue suede vintage coat again.
Accoutrements:
- Scarf - Givenchy, consignment, gift from L
- Hat - Edward Mann, vintage 60s, thrifted
- Studded leather gloves - Danier Leather
L borrowed this scarf on the weekend, reminding me to wear it.
The stuff:
Crystal and silver bling:
I kept some of this out for my change when I got home.
- Belt - vintage 90s, consignment
- Crystal necklace - thrifted, Vancouver
- Silver hinged cuff - thrifted, Powell River
- Silver/Lucite bangle - Alexis Bittar, consignment, Vancouver
- Silver/crystal ring - Soul Flower
- Silver/smoky topaz ring - Anneli Neumann, Sweden, vintage mall
- Silver earrings - Israel, consignment
Our annual Book Club Holiday Dinner was booked for Zambri's - we ate, drank, laughed and celebrated for three hours.
Of course, I dressed up! Do you even know me?
I walked to town and back. I liked the dress, but I'm going to undo the seam on the lining, as it's too tight - it made its way up to my waist by the time I got to the restaurant.
Pink and black.
"I'm clearly in black and white."
The rain held off yet again. It was a lovely night.
Pink things.
Made better by spending it with friends.
Accoutrements:
- Purse - Michael Kors, consignment
- Fur scarf - thrifted
- Studded leather gloves - Danier Leather
The stuff:
- Jewelry - as above
Book Club selfie!
Much love to my bodacious Book Club babes!
I love the direction your style is going. It is inspiring me. Sporty-Edgy. The clear belt is so cool. Actually everything in the first outfit is so cool. Good styling! Lise
ReplyDeleteAw, thanks so much, Lise! I was so happy with that first outfit, and it felt good to have that sporty-edgy vibe.
DeleteWhile your first outfit is composed of neutrals each piece is interesting in and of itself, makes the observer pause and look more closely. :) I love the outfit, yay for hemming the pants and super booties! Am also appreciating all the bling plus the belt!
ReplyDelete(Fred says HI; he takes a glimpse when walking past me and if he sees I’m on your blog he comments. :))
Of course you dressed in sparkle for your book club holiday gathering! Lovely, both the dress and gathering with friends. So special!
Vacation is almost here for you, Woohoo! Cheers, Laurie
Thank you so much, Laurie! I still love colour, but neutrals have appealed to me more in the last 5 or so years. Hi, Fred!
DeleteYes, had to sparkle up for my lovely friends!
Woo!
I love both black outfits! The first one is super chic- definite fan here of those wide-legged trousers. This is a look I would gladly wear for concerts where we need to wear All Black.
ReplyDeleteThe sparkles are really joyous! Vizzini, of course, looks dapper in his white tux and tails!
The book club photo is really beautiful- what an attractive, smily bunch you are!x
Thanks, Kezzie! I love the trousers, and to find them in wool...and Valentino! It was worth the hours it took to fix the cuffed hems (all sewn by hand).
DeleteI love sparkles, so had to sneak in a wearing of this dress! Vizz is always in his formals, ha!
Thanks so much - they will love that comment! <3
I love both low key but top quality outfits, you look fab in both! xxx
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Vix!
DeleteYou definitely put some thought in that first outfit, Sheila, and I love that built it around those gorgeous booties!
ReplyDeleteYour book club outfit is absolutely stunning! I'm hearing on the too tight lining, though, but easily remedied by undoing the seam. All that pink is making my heart sing, and I'll never tire of seeing that coat! xxx
I like how it came together, Ann - I love the booties!
DeleteAw, thank you, my friend! That lining was very annoying, and I'm going to go at it with a seam-ripper!
Nope, me neither! All that pink is so happy-making!
So many gorgeous outfits...and it's always fun to see a pair of statement boots.
ReplyDeleteYou have a great boot collection!
Thanks, Ivana!
DeleteThe way you put together your first outfit with that olive vest is soooo good. At first it seems a simple outfit, but it isn't. It is great, such understated elegance.
ReplyDeleteGreetje
Thanks, Greetje! I really liked that outfit - it felt very me.
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