And sticking with my ever dominant thrifting theme, the dress/blouse is thrifted. My pants, which are barely visible are J.Crew. I bought them almost 3 years ago and paid $80 for them which, for me, is an incredible splurge! However, the fit is so perfect and they look exactly the same wash after wash, that it hardly feels like a splurge at all. And I can use them in so many different looks, that I think I could wear them every day for a week and not look the same at all! I may have to try that!
More and more, I'm committed to not jumping on trends or filling up my closet with a bunch of "stuff". Given the recent tragedy in Bangladesh, this also seems to be a socially conscious approach as well.
The boots belong to my daughter. I traded her a pair of her grandmother's flat heeled vintage black boots for these. Both pair now seem to be in the more appropriate domiciles!
The jacket is Doncaster Tanner and passed down to me from a good friend. This is the first time I'm wearing it and it seems to look great with long blousey tops underneath.
Linking up with Patti on Visible Monday!
And please please take a look at Bella's post on "Shop Second Hand First" and consider making the pledge. I'm so glad I've taken that pledge at the beginning of 2011 and shocked myself by making only 2 retail clothing purchases that entire year. This year, I don't think I've made more than 2 or 3 either and you know what, it's actually been really easy!
I love your sartorial picks- the outfit is perfect for real life and so stylish- I can see why hubby wanted to photograph you. You are reminding me that there are so many reasons to stop "consuming" fashion- and valuing other people's lives over a cheap bargain on a throw away garment is one more reason to SHOP SECONDHAND FIRST.
ReplyDeleteAwwww, Bella! Thanks so much! I find myself wearing "real life" more than ever! Ha Ha! I so appreciate you leading the charge against fast and/or irresponsible fashion. You're my hero girly!
DeleteThe whole thing is fabulous and how lucky are you to have a husband that notices things like that.
ReplyDeleteJudy, you are too kind! And you're right about my sweet husband....I know how fortunate I am to have such a wonderful man!
DeleteI can see why your sweetie wanted to get a picture!! you look stunning--that aqua is really a GREAT color on you!!
ReplyDeleteTamera, Thanks so much! I never would've thought I'd like the aqua on me as much as I do, but there you go! I really do!
DeleteHi Serene, Your husband is right...you look lovely in this...it is a wonderful ensemble! I wish we could do some second hand shopping together...I know I would learn a lot from you!!
ReplyDeleteOh Pam! We would have SO much fun!!!
DeleteLove this blouse, and I agree with your husband that the look had to be immortalized : > You're one of my inspirations for shopping second-hand. Thanks for linking up to Visible Monday! xoxoxoxo
ReplyDeletedid you try the tab at the top of the page? That should get you there.
ReplyDeleteThe actual link to the site is https://tictail.com/dashboard/store/silverstyle/themes
So chic! I LOVE this look!
ReplyDeleteSweet of your hubs to take the photos so you can share with us. :)
Oh what a darling hubby for snapping his beautiful wife on a whim:). I'm so happy I took the pledge too, but I think I did it a long time ago just like you:). I can't bring myself to buy new unless it's my beloved Black Milk, which is designed, manufactured and packaged locally here in Brisbane under VERY healthy and fun working conditions. I have so much trouble finding second hand shoes because of my size 10 feet but I think I've nailed that with the eco-friendly Melissa shoes;). When considering buying new, I "know" when something doesn't feel right - that's my conscience saying "NO"! xo
ReplyDeleteYou look great. Those boots are terrific - and the aqua top is wonderful on you. Good pin on the jacket, too.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty dress. I love that it flows so nicely. Love both looks!
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I try to shop secondhand as I can, but occasionally have to splurge on on retain due to fit and professional issues.
ReplyDeleteYou look fantastic, btw
This post of yours is a far cry from your posts 3 years ago when you did a lot of experimentation to find your style. You've gone a long way and you look fabulous.I sometimes go back and check my older posts and I feel so good with the way I dress now. I'n so much into editing my wardrobe and vivienne files has helped me so much. I wish you and your familly a Happy New Year.
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