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Blue In The Face

10/10/2013

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It was a particularly nice afternoon for a photo shoot, I have to say. On this day, my partner and I went to brunch and then spent the better part of the day at one of our favorite coffee shops. We basically do this every Sunday. It's something to which I always look forward. Fresh air, good food, good libations, book reading and people watching. If I could do that more than one day per week, I totally would. Hehe.

I decided to wear light, sheer and breathable fabrics as the weather was quite warm for October. There was a mildly warm breeze throughout the day, so I tried to capitalize on that to bring you some more interesting shots of my outfit. The location I chose is flanked by high windows; and due to the time of day and the position of the sun, the light hitting those windows cast downward at a sharp angle creating a set of perfectly separated squares of light on the opposite wall. Pretty cool! So, I decided to use this phenomenon to my advantage, as well. As you'll see, I think it created some interesting effects. :D

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I decided to step out of the light box for this shot. You can see a part of the box to my left. ;P
OK, so what exactly is going on with this outfit? I would say, quite a bit and contemporaneously, not so much.

First off, I believe this is my first monochrome outfit! Woohoo! Good on me or something. Haha. :D  Actually, I am pretty pleased with how this turned out. I am essentially wearing two dresses. The black dress is sheer at the sleeves and it has an angular sheer overlay. Below, you'll find some photos of me walking in the light to try to demonstrate the mix of sheerness and opacity in the two dresses.

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The white dress is one of my favorite purchases of the year. I got it from Urban Outfitters for just $5 including shipping! It must have been final sale, because the price was slashed considerably. I bought the dress specifically for layering purposes, though I may try to wear it by itself at some point. It has two sheer fly-away panels at the front and back. I simply layered the white dress over the black one and added a standard black bandeau for additional color contrast, as you can see here. :P

The chunky black cardigan essentially finishes the look and adds a much needed measure of warmth as the fabrics in the dresses are thin, light and sheer allowing air to easily pass through. The result was an incredibly comfortable, lightweight and breathable outfit. :D The flyaway panels of the white dress made the outfit more dramatic and gave the appearance of fluidity through movement. In this regard, the fairly constant light breeze that dominated the afternoon created some beautiful exaggerations.

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It's amazing how the slight movement of air can transform an outfit. :D I was going to add a chunky black infinity scarf, but it was actually too warm, if you can believe it. Otherwise, I would have made it the centerpiece of the outfit by bringing the top part over my head to form a hood. This would have added a bit more of an edge to the look. Overall, I would consider this a more refined, futuristic style.

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So, as you can see, it's a bit of a complex configuration due to the various shapes created by the bandeau in conjunction with the angular fabrics. The cardigan also creates some interesting effects when it is worn completely closed as it shows only the two toned angular parts of the dresses. The subtle mixtures of sheerness and opacity of the fabrics adds aesthetic interest, as well.

However, only two pieces were needed to create the ultimate foundation of this style: a black dress and a white dress. In that sense, this is quite possibly a minimalist outfit, despite the layering. Kinda neat! :D



zeroUV - Mirror Lens Retro Aviator Sunglasses in Black Violet
Thrifted - Sheer Black ModCloth Dress (Swap Group), Sheer White Dress
(Urban Outfitters), Handmade Bead Necklace (Toronto)
Tobi - Oversized Black Cardigan w/ Toggle Buttons
Chicnova - Braided Handle Fringe Purse
UrbanOG - Short Black Boots

♫ 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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Cece link
10/9/2013 07:20:57 pm

I am proud of you! Braving a monochromatic look. So say its simple but you can very easily go the wrong way with monochromatic tones in an outfit. I love it! The textures and the angular features you mentioned really emphasize the complexity of the outfit yet its all so simple. I think this is my new favorite look by you! Also can we stop and talk about this chunky cardigan?? I want one....like yesterday! <3

-Cece

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Anna
10/13/2013 10:12:34 am

Aww..thanks, man! <3

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Valentina
10/9/2013 09:55:47 pm

Cool dress!!!!Nice look!

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Kristian link
10/10/2013 02:49:08 am

I always like seeing what your posts hold because they are complex... it is not just clothes, it is expression and occasionally even art. This futuristic look and how it changes as you move it great!

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kristina a link
10/10/2013 08:56:59 am

Love this look! Its so effortless and stylish! You can always find the greatest pieces while thrifting ! love it !

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Anna
10/13/2013 10:15:29 am

Hey! Thanks so much and thanks for visiting! I'll be sure to check out your blog! ^_^ <3

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Rebecca link
10/10/2013 11:47:09 am

I need to try more layering asap. You layer dresses so well - of course, as you said you bought the white dress specifically for layering - whereas I buy dresses just because I like the print. :D Also, loving the fringed bag!!

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Jenny Lee link
10/10/2013 12:55:43 pm

Holy smokes, you look amazing! Brilliant monochromatic outfit. I could never pull off something this awesome/badass. So well done! <3


Jenny Lee
http://thedictioncanary.blogspot.com/

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effie link
10/10/2013 01:14:46 pm

Well, so you rock beanies too? Apparently :) I love how you match all the different styles and never look like you tried too hard <3

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Anna
10/13/2013 10:13:50 am

I have soooo many beanies. I can't wait until it gets colder so I can wear one in every post! :DDD

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Pip
10/10/2013 03:30:00 pm

Omg, this is the coolest and most creative outfit yet and I love you in black and white! You look amaze! Have a good weekend Anna, and thanks for all the comments tonight! :)

<a href="http://easyoutfitsbypip.blogspot.com/2013/10/let-me-introduce-you-to-coco-fashion.html">xx Easy Outfits, by Pip</a>

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Matea link
10/10/2013 10:03:06 pm

Like always you are so unique!

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Amber link
10/11/2013 05:18:05 am

You have an eye for layering (: love this outfit.

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Alyssa link
10/11/2013 09:23:21 am

Girl, you are seriously killing me with this outfit- you are so cool I can't stand it!!!! Ahhh, this outfit should literally be on the cover of a magazine, it is so cool and timeless and chic yet edgy and ok...this a weird word but groundbreaking..seriously! I truly admire you and your impeccable style. Rock on girl! Happy Friday :) :)

xo, Alyssa

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Anna
10/13/2013 10:14:21 am

Damn, dude. o_O Thank you! <3

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A. link
10/11/2013 12:14:48 pm

I love, love, love, love the proportions in this outfit. The layering is divine and it takes all those little pieces and molds them into one big hot mess that I can't help but love. I'll admit, it took me like five minutes to figure out which dress started where. Worth the effort, though :P

The lighting is quite picturesque. Little light boxes are my favorite. I use them often. :D

love,
a

www.missdecaf.blogspot.com

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Sarah link
10/12/2013 03:20:07 am

This outfit is amazing. I love the layering, especially the addition of the bandeau over the white dress. Your outfits are always so thoughtful and inspiring!

-Sarah
tracetheshadows.blogspot.com

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Anna
10/13/2013 10:17:30 am

Hey! ^_^ Thanks so much! <3

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Tara
10/14/2013 09:40:26 am

This has got to be one of my favourite outfits youve put together! the monochrome looks super sharp and as always the layering is amazing!!

-Tara x

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Chrissi link
10/14/2013 03:26:15 pm

Now that is some expert layering! Gorgeous!

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