Outfit Post - Amelie

Umm..I kinda, sorta trimmed my bangs a little too short ;)  They remind me of Amelie  (If you haven't watched this movie, you should!  It's wonderful..)

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Layers and Textures

I love mixing different textures.  The cable knit pattern of this skirt is so fun!

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Cafe au Lait

Still sticking with my neutrals for now..could be as a result of the "hideous holiday sweater" I wore yesterday for a holiday party ;)  I'm still detoxing from the ugliness..

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Kitten

This is my brand new coat from Lady Jane Vintage...I LUURVE it :)

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Peacock

I built this entire outfit around this pair of tights.  True story.

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Mary Jane

My apologies, friends, for the slightly lackluster outfit post..I have been channeling all my creative energy into creating holiday gifts and find that it is sapping my wardrobe creativity a bit..(Confession..I did not want to take off my vintage MTV hoodie and yoga pants today..I might have cried a little.)

I'm also finding that I've put on a little "winter fluff".  I tend to crave comfort foods as the cold weather rolls in and it makes it a bit harder to throw an outfit together when some of my clothes have become a little too snug ;)

Never fear!  I have a few vacation days coming up that I will be devoting to finishing up all my holiday preparations and then I should be right as rain.

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Oranges and Leopards

Today, I included a picture of my coat, because it's one of my absolute faaaavorites!  I got it at an estate sale last year, and the fabric is an amazing tapestry of browns and blacks.  Plus, it's SUPER cozy :)

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Wine with Everything

Wine is my new color obsession.  Especially in rich textured fabrics like wool and velvet.  I plan to add a lot of it to my winter wardrobe this year :)

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Channeling Daisy Buchanen

Since cutting my hair short (and subsequently wanting to grow it long again) I've noticed a decidedly 1920's influence on my style.  I'm still in search of the perfect drop waist dress, though!  I may end up having to make one myself.  I did purchase a really nifty 1920's sewing book in my travels last weekend ;-)

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - XOXO

Most days I decide what I'm going to wear the night before..some days I dress last minute in a flash just before I run out the door.  Today was one of those days (hence the damp hair ;-)  Fortunately, I have a few standbys that are easy to throw on and accessorize!

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Hearts Ease

I have a dear family friend that owns a florist and gift shop in the next town over from mine.  (Her son took me to my 8th grade graduation dance ;-)

She has a passion for antiques, particularly from the 1800's, and she has unearthed some amazing treasures, including this beautiful vintage tortoiseshell comb that she gave me as a gift.

I stop by her shop often to buy little treasures, see what new items she's unearthed and to ask her advice on things like cleaning vintage garments, or figuring out the genesis of an item.

The little felted brooch is something she made as well.  In the 1800's, it was referred to as "hearts ease".  I just love that name and it's implications.  It always makes me smile when I wear it :)

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Gatsby Girl

This dress is SOOO easy to wear and accessorize.  It has two giant pockets and zips right up the front.  I can wear it as a jumper over a blouse, or a dress, like I've done here.  Add a vintage collar, some pearls and a cute hat and it suddenly has a flapper-like feel to it.  The best part...it cost me $2 ;)

If you haven't entered the ConstantlyAlice giveaway, time is running out!  Only three days left!

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Snow White and Rose Red

The necklace featured in this post is one that I created for the "Once Upon a Time" series.  I fell so much in love with it, that I decided I couldn't possibly part with it ;)

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Mighty Aphrodite

I went through a brief phase in my teens where I was obsessed with Greek mythology.  I read everything I could get my hands on.  (Sadly, there was no Percy Jackson available at the time ;)  Aphrodite won a place in my heart that she has held ever since, so when I stumbled across this lovely brooch at the Brimfield Antique Market a few years ago, I was ecstatic (and that's putting it mildly).  Isn't she pretty?

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Outfit Post - Lillian Gish

Today I woke up with crazy hair.  CRAZZYYY.  I tried to pin curl it, but it didn't dry completely, so all I got was a puffball on my head...I figured rather than fight it, I'd use it to inspire me ;)  Chaotic hair always makes me think of Clara Bow or Lillian Gish, so I did a little Lillian inspired make up today instead of my usual red lips/rosy cheeks.  Now if only I can keep from rubbing my eyes and smearing the black liner all over my face...

Hugs and Smooches,
D