I was tapped to interview of a bunch of my colleagues in the morning, so I dressed for armour in this cocoon dress.
- Dress - Ayrtight, thrifted; last seen here in August 2024 during our trip to Powell River
- Cotton sweater - Zara, consignment; last worn here in January with aqua leopard
- Shoes - Estefan Entity, Fluevog; last seen here in April on Vizzini's last day
- Denim embroidered coat (below) - Paparazzi, thrifted, Vancouver; Regret-Me-Notted here in July, and last worn here in November 2024
You read that right in the title, it's a Regret-Me-Not! I moved the dress into Limbo after feeling a little bored by it. Black dress, yeah yeah yeah. Snore.
But I also found myself thinking about it, wondering how it might work with tights and a turtleneck underneath. I've only worn it twice before this, both times just plain, so I don't think I've given it a fair chance.
Over the weekend, I hosted Madyson of local vintage consignment store Botched - I'm going to be featured in a pop-up at her shop (along with some other folks, very cool!) - and she helped me select 50 of my best items to feature on my very own sale rack in a couple of weeks.
As we dug through it all, I pulled out a few things that I'd been mulling over. I'm not tempted by the bulk of it and I only let myself take back the things that I remember and long for.
Another thing I did over the weekend was to commit to adding in my own pockets to this wonderful denim and embroidery jacket so that it would be more functional. It's always galled me that a jacket...doesn't have pockets.
And I had to sew up the fabric I'd cut too, very annoying. Most pockets that are sewn shut at least have a tiny hole you can dig your pinkie into and wiggle around to ascertain that yes, there is a pocket there - this does NOT. I had to slip a thin blade in...but then there they were!
And now it does! But, my friends...I did not add them! I cut open one pocket, ready to insert the little hand-sewn pouches I made from old Fluevog shoe-bags, and what did I find??
POCKETS!! I was jaw-drop FLABBERGASTED. It's had them all along!
All these years, complaining about no pockets, and I had just missed them!
Oh, well! Now I have pockets (although they are small, just enough for my keys), and a set of ready handmade pockets I will add to my next project. Still...I'm shaking my head.
Accoutrements:
I thought the cantilevered shoes would be fun with the simple cut of the dress.
Accoutrements:
The heavens opened up on my way home and I got soaked.
- Silk scarf - Krizia, thrifted; purchased here for $12.95
- PVC bucket hat - Babaton, consignment
- Leather gloves - consignment
It's hat season again! I have to dig out my berets...
The stuff:
Bold bling:
I told one of the interviewees, "Stare at the lobster!" to keep him from looking at the camera. It worked! Lobster power!
- Lucite/silver cuff - Alexis Bittar, consignment, Vancouver
- Steel lobster brooch - Bermuda, Mom's, vintage 90s
- Green stone bracelet - vintage mall
- Silver/crystal ring - Soul Flower
- Silver chain ring - Mexican, consignment
- Silver earrings - Israeli, consignment
I might have some kitten news soon! I'm trying not to get excited, or get my expectations too high again...(but I'm super-excited!!).
Looking forward to seeing your selection at Botched!!
ReplyDeleteI love that coat - glad you found the pockets!
ReplyDeleteBetty
I'm glad to read you've given the regret-me-not cocoon another chance. I think it works brilliantly with a turtleneck underneath - and would have been even better with the matching fishnets, I guess!
ReplyDeleteHow weird that you never noticed the pockets, but then again, I have to confess the same thing has happened to me with a skirt :-)
Having your very own sales rack at the vintage consignment store sounds very exciting! xxx
Whoohoo on soon to have your own rack at Botched for their pop-up! I’d love to hear the story of the connection. This is such an interesting approach; I’ve never heard of a store doing something like this with local lovers of second-hand clothing. (Maybe I don’t get out enough. ;)) Hope we are treated to photos of your items when the time comes.
ReplyDeleteSheesh on the tale of two pockets! Good things come to those who persist. :) Makes me think it’s worth checking the fake pockets in a lined non-denim jean-jacket I have…will let you know.
I’m using my iPad for this comment so cannot check back through all the ‘last seen’ links. I was partially interested in the ways you’ve worn this dress and partially interested in my comments about it. I have a sense I wasn’t a big fan of the style. Just goes to show how tastes can change because I actually like it and am imagining it with a variety of tights and footwear.
And a double whoohoo on the possibility of two kitties joining you and L! Fingers are crossed in hope and positive meow vibes are floating across the air waves to you two!
Cheers, Laurie