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Black Tie Affair

10/9/2014

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My hair. Wtf. I know. You see, what happened was... I wore my hair in twists like this for most of the day. When I let the twists out, my hair looks like a curly mess. My partner got a new job (w00t!) and he had a lot of work to do on his laptop, so I convinced him to go for a walk ('twas a beautiful day) to a coffee shop nearby, so he could work and I could drink coffee and watch him work. Hehe. I was getting dressed and about to pull my hair back when he told me he liked my hair the way it was. At which point, I groaned, rolled my eyes and said, "fine." So, I mashed a hat on to my messy hair. Bah! >_<
Honestly, I just think I look really goofy with my hair down and that's why I rarely ever wear it that way. I always wear it up or pulled back such that people have started to think that I have really short hair. The truth is, I have a f*ck ton of hair. Haha. That's why I'm so lazy about doing anything with it! Anyway, I'm wearing a couple new things and they're pretty rad. So, let's do a run down of what I put together here.

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The rad mustard coat and teal fringe scarf are items I've worn before on the old blog. I think this is my second time wearing the yellow coat, though. The last time I wore it, there was snow on the ground. o_O The thing is, it's more like a Spring/Fall coat. The material is not too heavy and not too light, but definitely too thick for Summer and too thin for Winter (without some extra layers). It's more like a blazer. So, now is the time to wear it, because I won't be able to break it out again until Spring. :D

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You guys already know that I typically feel like a man in a woman's body, so the suspenders and necktie should be expected. Hehe. What pains me is that I haven't worn this necktie in foreeeever. Click here to see how I last styled it. You'd think that if I went through the trouble of having something custom made and shipped from Montreal, I would wear it more. I just forget about how much awesome sh*t I have. It's the story of my life and the reason why I'm glad I've been on a spending freeze since January. Heh.

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So, here are the two new additions to my wardrobe. :D The kick ass patterned socks are from my sponsor, Sammy-Icon. You can see the socks in more detail here. They are a mix of teal, grey and yellow, but those bits are covered up. Their socks are affordable; the designs are pretty rad; and the quality is very good. My shipment arrived in less than two weeks from Ukraine and it was well packaged. I also got purple socks with red polka dots (sounds weird, but they're super cute I promise!). I'll style those on my blog later, so you can see another example of what Sammy-Icon socks look like.

The cut-out oxfords are from UrbanOG. ^_^ I've always wanted a pair of more sophisticated oxfords and these are perfect. I won an UrbanOG fashion contest awhile back on Instagram and the prize was a gift certificate. So, I waited very patiently (like five months) until I found exactly what I wanted to buy. I also got another pair of shoes that I've been coveting and I'll very likely show those off, later. :P

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That's it! :D We walked a bit, enjoyed the nice weather and drank coffee. A good day.  <3


Thrifted - Black Fedora (Buffalo Exchange - Austin), Black Suspenders,
ModCloth Teal Scarf (Sale) & ModCloth Black Satchel (Sale)

Forever 21 - Sleeveless White Blouse w/ Gold Tipped Lapels
c/o UrbanOG - Black Lace Up Almond Toe Oxford Flats
c/o Sammy-Icon - Multi-Color Patterned Socks
LeBoutonVert - Hand-made Necktie (Montreal)
c/o Choies - Yellow Wool Longline Coat

Tobi - Black Wax Skinny Jeans



♫ 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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37 Comments
Magdalena link
10/8/2014 07:34:32 pm

I will not fall asleep tonight - because of this coat! I love this mustard color. All this outfit is really great.

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Anna
10/10/2014 04:18:39 am

Hehe, yeah it's pretty awesome! I'm glad to have it! :D <3

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Keit link
10/8/2014 11:00:58 pm

I don't want to shove you into one category only, because you're so crazy and creative, but if an outfit could describe you, this would be it! I looove this combo, especially the suspenders and tie. Great socks as well ^_^ I would kill for a hair like yours, mine is so blah!

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Anna
10/10/2014 04:20:37 am

Aww <3 Thanks! You know, I think so, too. I could easily just do menswear inspired looks and sprinkle in some hardcore scary stuff every so often and I'd be happy. Hehe. I try really hard to do more feminine styles and more simple looks, just to challenge myself (and hopefully not alienate everyone I come into contact with heh).

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Elisabet link
10/9/2014 02:31:15 am

You look stunning Anna. Love this masculine outfit so much. The tie it´s perfect for the look :)

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miche link
10/9/2014 06:15:53 am

I think your hair looks pretty good! Also, you know I'm loving that mustard coat (Really, anything mustard I pretty much adore)

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Justine link
10/9/2014 08:11:16 am

I love this outfit! That mustard colored coat has my heart. I think your hair looks fabulous!

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nancy @ adore to adorn link
10/9/2014 08:53:42 am

you are adorable. I love your anecdotes. And your hair is still lookin' good under that hat! =D
xo,
nancy

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Anna
10/10/2014 04:25:55 am

<3 ^_^ <3

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A link
10/9/2014 12:23:59 pm

Beautiful! I love your simple menswear that's been sweetened by mustard yellow and snazzy socks. It's so you! :D

Also, your hair is beautiful no matter what. So there.

love,
a

www.missdecaf.blogspot.com

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Anna
10/10/2014 04:26:28 am

Hehe, thanks! ^_^ <3

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dana link
10/9/2014 01:04:26 pm

Yessss!!!!

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Anna
10/10/2014 04:53:06 am

Wooooo!!!! :D

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Rebecca link
10/9/2014 03:01:36 pm

OMG this outfit makes me want to run out and buy a black tie and some suspenders STAT! :D Also, due to my obsession with mustard, I may also need that blazer. So fricken' cute!

Your hair is awesome, by the way. It has such personality. Although, to be fair so does mine - a really wimpy, limpy, lame, flat personality. LOL. :P

Also, have you seriously been on a spending freeze since January? How the heck did I miss that?!

-Rebecca
<a href="http://mn2nz.wordpress.com">Idealism never goes out of fashion</a>

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Anna
10/10/2014 04:57:48 am

Haha yeah. I thought about making an announcement with the idea being that I would be more likely to keep to it if I told everyone on my blog and kept a running tally of days. I decided against it, though, because it's more of a personal goal and I didn't want to feel like a complete failure in a public forum if I didn't keep to the freeze.

As it turns out, I've managed not to spend any of my own money on clothing so far! I've only used store credits, gift certificates, that sort of thing. It has been hard watching things I love go out of stock. There's this instant gratification that comes with buying things as you want them. This has taught me a lot about what it means to be patient and also that at the end of the day, it's just stuff. It's not really that important. I find that I've rediscovered my closet, so to speak. I forget that I already have so much! It's easy to just add to the pile rather than try to think of creative ways to re-wear stuff I already have. It has been a wonderful experience so far!

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Rebecca link
10/12/2014 11:34:16 am

I've actually been considering the same idea for about a month or so now. Wow I'm so impressed (especially as all your looks are so fresh and I swear you always have something new to feature! Hah!)! :D Way to go - that is so awesome!

Kreyola
10/10/2014 01:56:59 am

This outfit is so cute. Love the tie and the suspenders.

http://www.kreyolasjourneys.com/

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Monica link
10/10/2014 08:26:29 am

I just came across your blog and love your style! You are so frickin cute and unique, I love it!
xo,
Monica
GlamVolution.blogspot.com

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Anna
10/11/2014 11:57:23 am

Rad! Thanks so much! <3

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Missy May link
10/10/2014 10:09:30 am

Welcome back Anna! Hope you had a good break. :-) You look great. Love the coat.

missymayification.blogspot.co.uk

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Anna
10/11/2014 11:57:44 am

Hey! Thank you! *^_^* <3

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Maeva link
10/10/2014 09:17:09 pm

omg this look is so smart! Love the outfit with or without the yellow coat. You really look great! :) xx
http://trend-mae.blogspot.com

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Anna
10/11/2014 11:58:21 am

Thank you so much! You're so kind <333

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MC link
10/11/2014 09:00:27 am

Love love the mustard cardigan! Cute outfit =)

-mc
http://www.looksbymc.wordpress.com

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Anna
10/11/2014 11:59:00 am

Thank you so much and thanks for visiting! ^_^

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lisa link
10/11/2014 09:12:42 am

I love this. I've been digging men's wear inspired looks and this has so many unique touches like the fun socks, cutout shoes, and pops of color. I want all of these pieces! I really dig your hair down and it's looks awesome with the hat!

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Anna
10/11/2014 11:59:35 am

Rad, man. <3 I appreciate your attention to detail!

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Kristian link
10/11/2014 04:38:07 pm

You know, I hadn't noticed before but you do wear your hair up alot. It is fun to see it down now and then :)

This outfit just... speaks to me. The menswear. The mustard color. The oversized cardigan. Just fun and cozy!

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Anna
10/20/2014 04:03:36 am

Laziness, babe. Just pure laziness. Haha <3

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Rachel Dahl - ALAMODEST link
10/12/2014 05:13:33 am

Yea, those shoes are awesome... I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me when I saw that part of your socks were showing on the sides. Holy crap. I want them.

Oh, I also envy how you can rock skinny pants. I would look obese if I wore them, so I've stayed away... well not really, but they definitely aren't the most flattering on me!

Your hair in this outfit kinda gives you a different personality... or expounds on your current personality, so I give it a thumbs up.

By the way, I'm adding you to my linky list on my blog. <3 No need to return the favor. That page is more for my sake, so that I can remind myself that I have a list of cool friendly bloggers on the netz...

Love,
Rachel xoxo

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Anna
10/20/2014 04:04:43 am

Omg, don't say that! Are you nuts?! I love your figure, Rachel. You have the body of a vintage pin-up model. You look good in everything!

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Agnes link
10/12/2014 06:23:06 am

That coat is so...happy lol :d I really like you with your hair down :> Honestly, I can't get enough of these photos, they are so aesthetic. I love how this outfit is mostly black&white, only the coat and the scarf are pops of colour (I also notice some blue on your socks haha!)

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Anna
10/20/2014 04:05:33 am

You're so sweet! Thank you! I appreciate your attention to detail, too!

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effie link
10/12/2014 07:56:49 am

You look awesome! I love your hair! And that blazer is incredible <3

effiesdress.com

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Anna
10/20/2014 04:05:47 am

:D <3

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Amber link
10/19/2014 03:14:48 am

This is one of my favorite outfits you've done so far! The colored pieces contrast with the black and white pieces underneath quite nicely (: And I'm loving the whole androgynous thing you've got going on. Also, I think your hair looks really nice like this (: I say you should embrace the frizz and curls!

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Anna
10/20/2014 04:06:43 am

Yeah, I love my androgyny. Hehe. I really embrace it. <3

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