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4/16/2015

Hi! *^_^* This is something that I threw on for a bike ride downtown. The annual film festival is upon us and my partner and I got tickets to see a surrealist film. The weather was so nice that I suggested that we take our bikes. Amazingly, the ride home after dark was perfect. I didn't even need the coat. :P

I've been itching to wear this vintage dress ever since I got it, last year. It's unlined and a little see-through, so I was super stoked to find out that it would be sunny and 60 degrees. :D I love the oversized collar and the little red bow that is attached. The dress is quite roomy and baggy on me. I'm not sure if I want to get it tailored, yet. Anyway, it seems that people at the movie theater loved the dress, too. Every time I looked up from my phone or looked away from talking to my partner, I'd end up locking eyes with someone who was staring at me. >_< I admit, it's not everyday that you see someone wearing this kind of outfit. Still, I'll never get used to the intense gawking and the awkward smiles.

In situations like those, I always feel like an animal at the zoo. Heh. I'm just waiting for people to throw peanuts at me. o_O Anyway, the fantastic raygun socks are from my sponsor, Sock It To Me. What better way to spice up a simple outfit than to throw some futuristic weaponry into the mix? Radness. ;D

I'm still trying to master minimalist style. It's not exactly my forte, but I really like how this outfit turned out. I don't think I could have added anything more to make it better. It's perfect just the way it is. <3

Thrifted - Black Fedora (Buffalo Exchange - Austin), ModCloth Black
Satchel (Sale) & Vintage Houndstooth Dress (Swap Group)
zeroUV - Mirror Lens Retro Aviator Sunglasses in Black Violet
c/o Jollychic - Black Double Breasted Tweed Coat
c/o UrbanOG - Black Almond Toe Oxfords
c/o Sock It To Me - Raygun Socks

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Mulberry

4/14/2015

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I've been inspired by fruit! O_o o_O Have you ever eaten a mulberry? They're awesome! They have a color similar to a blueberry, but with more light and dark variations. The texture is bubbly, like a raspberry. Anyway, I came across some photos of wild mulberries and, after that, I just couldn't get their colors out of my head. So, what you have before you is the product of that relentless fixation. Hehe.

The floral tunic paired with the high waisted navy corduroy shorts seemed like a no-brainer. I don't know why I haven't worn them together, until now. It was a little bit chilly, so I wore a vintage wool cardigan over the tunic. When I first saw the purple cardigan with those little gold buttons, I just had to have it. At the time, I didn't give any thought to how I would wear a purple cardigan, though. Haha.

So, when I got the cardigan out of the closet and it still had tags on it, I sighed. >_< I think it had been in there for over a year. F*cking tragic. I think the cardigan adds wonderful retro charm to the overall outfit, so I'm glad that I finally got a chance to wear it. I hope it won't be too long before I wear it, again. <3

Oh and I have a new hat! It belonged to one of my partner's relatives who passed away in the 80s. I haven't had a chance to research the brand name on the inside, but my best guess is that the trilby is from the 60s. It's a wee bit small for my bowling ball head, but omgosh do I cherish it. It's fantastic!

Yep. ^_^ I hope you like this rather simple outfit. I wore more or less simple styles over the past several days. I'm trying to get back into that, since it's getting warmer. Simple is so hard for me to do, but I think the colors of this outfit; the mix of textures with the corduroy and wool; the subtle floral print; and the super cute hat add the right amount of aesthetic interest. I even resisted wearing tights! *proud* ^_^

Thrifted - Vintage Brown Trilby (Gift), ModCloth Floral Tunic (Sale), Brown
Skinny Belt (Swap Group), ModCloth Octopus Pendant (Gift) &
ModCloth Navy High Waisted Corduory Shorts (Swap Group)
Warby Parker - Notched Key Hole Glasses In Tortoise
UrbanOG - Black Lace Inset Flats & Black Ankle Socks
Good Style Shop (Local) - Vintage Purple Cardigan

♫ Thank you so much for your comments! Though I may not respond to each one, I read and appreciate all of them! ♫

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Hi! I'm Anna <3

I'm fond of artistic fashion, esoteric music, retro games (the older the platform, the better), delectable noms, good libations, my Maine Coon, Bonaparte, and my Tabby, Winsome.

Also, I attended university in Hyogo Prefecture and I am proficient in Japanese.

もし、あなたは日本語が話せる、あたしに日本語で話て下さい！練習が必要だ！*^_^*

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