Double Plaid and a Big Ol' Tassel

It's true.  I'm wearing double plaid and a big ol' tassel:

Quite possibly the biggest of big ol' tassels, but, I can't help it, it makes me happy.



Especially when paired with double plaid:

The skirt is vintage wool, thrifted, of course and I think it pairs perfectly with this plaid shirt:

I finished the look with my trusty riding boots:

Shirt: Banana Republic  Skirt: thrifted vintage
Scarf: La Fiorentina (also in red) Belt: Michael Michael Kors (similar) Boots: Born Crown (similar)

And, of course, the big ol' tassel.  As one does.


Happy Friday, All!

Gracey

Shocking Pink

This dress is one my favorites to wear during the winter:

The color is just the best for gray days.  And when paired with gray accessories:

Also, even though it only has three-quarter sleeves, it's very warm and made even warmer with the addition of a wool scarf:

But, mostly, I just love the shocking pink color:

Dress: thrifted vintage (similar)  Scarf: thrifted or gifted
Belt: J.Crew  Tights: HUE (similar)  Boots: Circa Joan & David  (similar)

And, of course, by shocking, I mean shockingly good.


Happy Friday, All!

Gracey

Color Confusion

Modcloth says the color of this cardigan is "rust":

But, I don't think it is.  To my mind, rust has a little more orange to it.


In fact, I thought it was brick... right up until the point when I wore it next to some bricks:

Turns out it's neither rust, nor brick.  I think it might be burgundy.  Which is good because I was hoping to find a burgundy cardigan for fall.  Of course, I was also hoping to find a rust cardigan for fall, so that search continues.


But, whatever color it is, it's perfect for fall.  And perfect mixed with a wool skirt and chambray shirt:

So, I'm not complaining about the color.  I'm just confused:

Cardi: Modcloth   Top: LOFT (similar)
Tights: SPANX  Skirt: thrifted vintage (similar)  Boots: Born Crown (similar)

But, that's okay.  I'm used to it.


Happy Wednesday, All!

Gracey

A Matchy-Matchy Fall

That'd be the title of a Hallmark movie about my outfits so far this fall.  I don't mean to be matchy-matchy, but it's definitely happening:

Seriously, between this outfit last week and today's outfit, I've matched more in the last week than probably the last six.


I mean, even my nail polish matches:

Yes, accidentally, but it still matches.


But, that's okay.  Because if being matchy-matchy is what it takes to be able to wear these beautiful shoes again before it gets too cold, I'll take it:

Shirt: Gap (similar)
Ombre Skirt: thrifted vintage (similar sequin version)  Shoes: Franco Sarto

Happy Monday, All!

Gracey

Blush and Plaid

This is probably one of the most matchy-matchy outfits I've ever worn:

And I don't care, I love it.


Mostly because I've been waiting for ages to wear this skirt:

It's a vintage Pendleton that I thrifted before I left Oregon last year.  It spent the next several months in storage, and by the time it made it out, it was too warm for wool.


I'm happy to announce that it is no longer too warm for wool:

In fact, it's the perfect weather not only for wool, but for trench coats and riding boots as well:

Blouse: LOFT  Skirt: vintage Pendleton, thrifted
Boots: Born (similar)  Trench: Banana Republic (similar)

Happy Monday, All!

Gracey

Orphan Layers

Today's challenge at Putting Me Together was to wear something you haven't worn in six months or more.  So I took the opportunity to wear three things I haven't worn in six months or more:

The maxi dress was last worn this past summer.  I layered it under a long-line wool cardigan last worn sometime last winter.  And I added a scarf last worn sometime the winter before.


So many orphans.  So many layers:

Dress: LOFT (similar)  Cardigan: thrifted  Scarf: Nordstrom (similar)
Hat: Nordstrom  Gloves: Target (similar)

And so very cold.  Which is why I also added tights, OTK socks, a turtleneck, a stocking cap and long gloves.


Happy Thursday, All!

Gracey

Olive and Boots

My skirt and my top are both olive when they're on their own.  But putting them together seems to have lessened their olive appearance.  They look brown and gray together:

 I guess I should have titled this post "Brown and Gray and Boots" then, but I'm still standing by their individual olive-ness.  I'm supportive like that.


I also could have titled this post "Wind in the Hair" because I feel like Tyra would totally approve of this photo:

Well, not totally; I don't think I'm "smizing."  Next time, Tyra.  Next time.


I should also mention that this outfit was worn earlier this month.  I would likely freeze if I wore this today as we've entered the "freezing rain" phase of fall here.  And it's no fun at all.

But, earlier this month it was warm enough to try to pair two olive pieces and have them change color and still be comfortable:

Sweater: JCP a.n.a  Skirt: Nordstrom (exact)  Boots: Born (similar)

 Ah, those were the days.


Happy Wednesday, All!

Gracey

Fall Colors, Fall Boots

Sometimes, during the fall, I like to wear fall clothing in fall colors.  And, sometimes when I wear fall clothing in fall colors, I like to wear fall boots.  This was one of those times:

Boots: Born Crown (similar)  Jeans: Old Navy  Sweater: Gap (similar)  Tee: Gap (similar)

Is it the most creative outfit ever?  Probably not.  I mean, I'm not wearing a single "on-trend" item.  The color combination of olive and burgundy is neither wacktackular or never-before-seen.  And the scarf is not plaid, over-sized, or over-sized plaid.

But, this outfit is comfortable:

The scarf is covered with paisley and tiny little flowers:

Thrifted scarf (similar)

And I will probably never not wear these boots for fall:

Boots: Born Crown (similar)

Fall clothing in fall colors with fall boots; it's not exciting but that's okay.


Happy Monday, All!

Gracey

Freshman Football

My sweet darling oldest nephew played freshman football this year.  He had never played before, but at 6'2" with a size 15 foot (he's only 14!) they thought he'd be an asset in the wide receiver position, so he played.  And he did wonderfully, especially for it being his first year and for him being in the middle of getting even taller which is very, very hard on the knees.

Unfortunately, the freshmen played on Thursdays and often at small, out-of-the-way country schools so I was only able to attend one game.  It was the last game of the season and they won (no doubt in no small part due to my presence).  This is what I wore:

I know the poncho isn't the most flattering piece of clothing ever, but it's orange!  And warm and comfy.  And orange!

It's sort of funny because it's a Target poncho, but I found it at Goodwill.  Sometimes I think perhaps I don't spend enough time in Target, which seems impossible, because I often find Target stuff in the thrift stores that I don't ever remember seeing in an actual Target.  Does that ever happen to you, Reader Friends?


So, as much as I'd like to be able to tell you that this is last year's Target or whatever, I really don't know.  I just know that it's warm, comfy and orange:

Oh, and, perfect for freshman football games, of course.



Happy Thursday, All!

Gracey

Stripes and Layers

Although I hate being cold, I have to admit that the winter weather provides a great opportunity to work on my layering.  I like layering because it keeps me warm, but I also like that it flexes my creative muscles in terms of what I layer and how.

Today's layers are pretty basic because I'm relying on the different silhouettes to add interest.  The sleeveless vest over the long-sleeve tee and the longer midi skirt are more interesting than long-sleeve over long-sleeve where the bottom of the outfit is all the same length.  I added to the interest by choosing a striped tee, adding a bit of color with the cowl and the watch, and adding leather and studs to the mix with the boots and the belt.  The decision to leave the bottom of the vest/dress open adds movement to the look which, once again, makes it more visually interesting.

In addition to warmth and creativity, layering also allows me to ignore any body flattery rules I may occasionally pay attention to.  I mean, it's the perfect opportunity to yell "I don't have to have a waist, I'm warm!" at anyone who eyeballs your midsection suspiciously.  Then you can laugh like a fool:

Who doesn't like laughing like a fool?  Nobody, that's who.

Happy Tuesday, All!

Gracey