tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post4616292402714151662..comments2024-03-29T06:38:06.686-07:00Comments on Ephemera: Pattern-Mixed Bomber and the Perfect Houndstooth Pencil Skirt FlashbackSheilahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-17231668164182303642021-04-23T14:16:23.271-07:002021-04-23T14:16:23.271-07:00Thanks, Fay! What a great find, and for less than ...Thanks, Fay! What a great find, and for less than $30! Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-51305029015851081192021-04-21T10:30:15.620-07:002021-04-21T10:30:15.620-07:00I'm a big DVF fan and am extremely covetous of...I'm a big DVF fan and am extremely covetous of that amazing jacket!!Fay Hallamnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-49005139076151312032021-04-19T14:23:33.111-07:002021-04-19T14:23:33.111-07:00It's been incredibly long-lasting and so versa...It's been incredibly long-lasting and so versatile, hasn't it, Monica? <br /><br />Thank you! I love all these greens, and you know I love my clunky white shoes! Mixing prints used to feel so "next level", but now I love how much interest it can bring to an outfit. Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-10656226959649848022021-04-19T00:22:59.384-07:002021-04-19T00:22:59.384-07:00Lovely to see that you've made the most of thi...Lovely to see that you've made the most of this classic piece, sometimes creating some chic outfits, other times jazzing it!. <br />I love your Green jacket and the matchy jewellery, and these shoes (so lovely to see them again!). So interesting to see your style evolving and developing a taste for mixed prints!, it makes a difference.<br />Totally agree that the purple&orange outfit is aSeñora Allnuthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01403540346998939207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-76223972746155667022021-04-14T15:43:50.096-07:002021-04-14T15:43:50.096-07:00I'm rather boggled on how versatile it's b...I'm rather boggled on how versatile it's been, Michelle, thank you! If only all my clothes were this useful! Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-10204735161969905602021-04-14T06:26:09.529-07:002021-04-14T06:26:09.529-07:00What a wonderfully fabulous and versatile skirt, S...What a wonderfully fabulous and versatile skirt, Sheila! And it definitely flatters your backside even with the seam misaligned! I love that green bomber jacket and all of the stylings of this skirt, most especially the outfit with the green ruffle blouse! So cool! And the one with your Panthers top! How fun is that! Thanks for linking with me.<br /><br />Shelbee<br />www.shelbeeontheedge.com Shelbee on the Edgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04176384234651262845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-82403526641413562592021-04-12T14:50:50.416-07:002021-04-12T14:50:50.416-07:00It's one of the best things about doing these ...It's one of the best things about doing these Flashbacks, Autumn: I love looking back at my old outfits and remembering how "daring" I felt in some of them. I hope it does inpire others to try new things! Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-71486433162240616732021-04-12T14:49:53.645-07:002021-04-12T14:49:53.645-07:00Yup, it goes with everything! Yup, it goes with everything! Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-79056228027468773072021-04-12T14:49:37.181-07:002021-04-12T14:49:37.181-07:00Thanks so much, Ivana! I love the mix of pattern i...Thanks so much, Ivana! I love the mix of pattern in this outfit. It's a great skirt, isn't it? L is always a stylish guy! I'm glad I can show his face now.<br /><br />I also like the brighter looks with the skirt, but even the pastel one is good. Thank you!Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-86080032900595640112021-04-12T02:37:20.071-07:002021-04-12T02:37:20.071-07:00Isn't it awesome to see how our own styling pr...Isn't it awesome to see how our own styling preferences and level of daring/moxie change over the course of time? One would never know to look at your expertise on that front now that there was once a time when the thought of pattern mixing sent a cold chill up your spine. You excel at it and have surely inspired many of us to embrace this sartorial art form all the more ourselves over the Witchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-43727351534416135192021-04-11T11:29:05.057-07:002021-04-11T11:29:05.057-07:00As you have proven here,basically every colour loo...As you have proven here,basically every colour looks good with a black and white houndstooth pattern.Forest City Fashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04428940427287921203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-44073587994086751622021-04-10T01:47:00.709-07:002021-04-10T01:47:00.709-07:00That's a beautiful skirt. Houndstooth pattern ...That's a beautiful skirt. Houndstooth pattern is always so gorgeous. I love the print mixing with the jacket. Print mixing is always fun. The bomber jacket you've chosen for print mixing is fabulous. I also enjoyed your flashback. So many possibilities with such a pretty skirt. The edited George face made me laugh, :) but that is a stylish outfit L is wearing. Looking back at your Ivana Splithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04908566377732204399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-91618335831483310382021-04-09T14:38:45.032-07:002021-04-09T14:38:45.032-07:00Hello, Shaz! Thank you so much for dropping by. I ...Hello, Shaz! Thank you so much for dropping by. I know you have personal stuff going on, but it's always good to see you. <br /><br />Houndstooth is such a classic, isn't it? Yes, even the swirled heels of the shoes match - Matchy-Matchy Forever! <br /><br />I have collected a lot of green jewelry for some reason! It's a nice pop against black and white, isn't it? Oh, how fun thatSheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-42419753439030744972021-04-09T14:36:53.038-07:002021-04-09T14:36:53.038-07:00Thank you, Greetje! I like it too.
I have differ...Thank you, Greetje! I like it too. <br /><br />I have different hair, and I'm obviously older, but I think my style has become more adventurous and colourful. I was afraid to stand out in those early pics - now I am much more "out there" with my style. Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-67279718706630766992021-04-09T14:35:45.816-07:002021-04-09T14:35:45.816-07:00Thanks so much, Laurie! I am on the lookout for bu...Thanks so much, Laurie! I am on the lookout for burgundy boots again - just haven't found the right pair yet. <br /><br />Plaid is great for pattern-mixing too! Good luck on your hunt. Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-14628963075713280742021-04-09T14:33:22.294-07:002021-04-09T14:33:22.294-07:00Thank you, Vix! I was very pleased with how well i...Thank you, Vix! I was very pleased with how well it worked with the bomber. I love that leather trench too. <br /><br />Ha, I bet you weren't expecting George Clooney! :) Thanks!Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-13739150045823759772021-04-09T14:32:33.407-07:002021-04-09T14:32:33.407-07:00Thanks so much, Polly! I think houndstooth is like...Thanks so much, Polly! I think houndstooth is like plaid, polka dots or any other classic pattern. They are always in style. Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-901127412010334502021-04-09T14:31:59.939-07:002021-04-09T14:31:59.939-07:00Thank you, Sam! No worries, all those patterns can...Thank you, Sam! No worries, all those patterns can be confusing. :) Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-82006136623874342842021-04-09T14:31:37.420-07:002021-04-09T14:31:37.420-07:00I often forget to line up my seams, Ann - it's...I often forget to line up my seams, Ann - it's a good thing I take rear-view pics in the morning and have time to adjust if needed. Thank you so much! I'm really glad that spot touched up so well. <br /><br />Thank you - didn't mean to throw you off over "George", haha! I read about your construction zone! Sorry to hear about that. Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-11608970834936796592021-04-09T14:30:09.756-07:002021-04-09T14:30:09.756-07:00Thanks so much, Robyn - yeah, I wasn't sure ho...Thanks so much, Robyn - yeah, I wasn't sure how to address that ugliness, thanks for your support. <br /><br />I don't know if I'm up for sweater vests again! However, Never Say Never! Aw, thank you again! Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-5055176315817306172021-04-09T14:29:05.695-07:002021-04-09T14:29:05.695-07:00I'm really happy I've worn it so much, Mic...I'm really happy I've worn it so much, Mica, and over so many years! I wasn't sure if it would make the cut this year, but it still fits and looks good, and it is in great condition. I loved looking back at all those old outfits! Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-48875831061643059592021-04-09T14:28:10.208-07:002021-04-09T14:28:10.208-07:00Thanks so much, Nana! I love regular patterns like...Thanks so much, Nana! I love regular patterns like houndstooth because they go so well with IRregular patterns, like this floral. I like both outfits you picked too. :) You can't go wrong with a bit of houndstooth! Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-30981653724671593352021-04-09T14:27:13.010-07:002021-04-09T14:27:13.010-07:00Thank you! Go for it! Pattern-mixing is fun.Thank you! Go for it! Pattern-mixing is fun.Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-83662642103558942802021-04-09T12:25:03.180-07:002021-04-09T12:25:03.180-07:00Good evening She, I love that skirt on you. Such a...Good evening She, I love that skirt on you. Such a classic hmm I remember I had one years ago. I love the green jacket with it and there you go again - the back of your shoes matches the black and white in your jacket (the back shot was so good). I love your jewelry and particulary your Mum's green necklace. I don't have much green in my wardrobe but love green jewelry -weird. I actually Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115841618725638085.post-87135803214896087832021-04-09T11:35:46.881-07:002021-04-09T11:35:46.881-07:00You are so right, the patterned jacket works very ...You are so right, the patterned jacket works very well with the houndstooth skirt. Or vice versa. Love that outfit.<br />I also liked seeing the old photos of you. I don't know whether your style has changed or not. Isn't that odd? Your shoe style has become bolder.<br />GreetjeNo Fear of Fashionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10999161414598296313noreply@blogger.com