Blueberry, Cinnamon & Cream

3/6/2014

Just as the days started to feel a bit longer and the sunshine began to make more of an appearance, it f*cking snowed again! It wasn't just a light shower, either. Gaia reaaalllly laid it on thick. >_< Ugh! The transition from Winter to Spring is such an emotional roller coaster, especially where I live since it tends to snow even in April and it can be bitingly cold up to mid-May! It sucks so much balls, you guys.

Alright, I'll stop my whining. Actually, if I could just say one more thing? Haha. I just want to point out that in my warped sense of retribution, I wore perforated tights and flat shoes as if to say that Spring has already arrived. In so doing, I really just punished myself. >_< It was chilly. Not gunna lie. Haha.

OK, now I'm done. Sooo, what have I got going on here? Well, I am very layered up! I'm wearing a mustard/cumin sweater from Chicnova. It has chocolate brown elbow patches, too! It's really cute! Underneath that is my trusty ModCloth tunic. I love that lace collar and it is that aspect of the garment that has allowed me to wear it numerous times and pretty much during any season. It's a wonderful layering piece and as it turns out, I haven't worn it by itself since last summer! Click here to see how I styled the tunic back then. Underneath that, I'm wearing the usual thermal gear, of course. :D

My outerwear consists of a vintage style double breasted navy jacket and oversized brown coat, both of which are from Jollychic. Their website calls the navy jacket a coat, but it doesn't really feel like one to me. The material isn't very thick and it's reminiscent of a blazer. So, I dunno. Maybe I'm wearing two coats right now, maybe I'm not. Haha. At least I was warm! Down below lies my vintage pleated floral skirt which you probably recognized from this previous post. It's what dreams are made of. <3

And then there's the blasted ModCloth web tights I mentioned earlier. ;P Just between you and me, I actually wore thick footless tights underneath the skirt. The legs were a bit long, so I had to roll them up so they wouldn't show. So, I was only suffering from the knees down. Haha. *Shakes fist at Gaia.*

I don't wear the tights as often as I should. >_< Click here to see how I had styled them last summer. I think their color and eye-catching patterns made the outfit more interesting than a pair of black tights.

So, there you go! This outfit oozes vintage goodness. Also, totally grandma chic, but I'm OK with it. ;D

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Thrifted - ModCloth Striped Lace Collar Tunic (Sale), Vintage High Waisted Floral Skirt (Swap Group), Black Fedora (Buffalo Exchange - Austin) & ModCloth Black Satchel (Sale)
c/o Jollychic - Brown Coat & Navy Double Breasted Jacket
Chicnova - Light Brown Patterned Sweater
UrbanOG - Black Lace Inset Brogues
ModCloth - Webbed Tights

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

43 Comments

Nina link

3/5/2014 08:14:57 pm

This is so cute, like that dress ooooo I would totaly wear it :)
http://fashionovertheainbow.blogspot.com/2014/03/denim-with-black.html

Anna

3/6/2014 05:41:12 am

Thanks so much! <3 *^_^* Sometimes, I feel like my style is too big for the small city I live in. I get stared at everywhere I go. Everywhere. I think my style and this look in particular, would be better suited for a larger city with a mix of styles, like New York. These photos would have looked way better (and maybe even more appropriate) on a busy street in NYC. :D

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Nina link

3/7/2014 05:22:30 am

I grew up in a tiny rural town, and we had zero money, so I had to be creative with my clothes. You would have been my hero back then. And now? Now you give small town girls hope and inspiration to rock their true style. Keep being you and getting stared at, I'm betting those are stares of admiration.

Anna

3/10/2014 05:00:31 am

Right on! Thank you! <3

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Kristian link

3/6/2014 12:02:21 am

I like both of the coats, especially the brown one.

Pip

3/6/2014 02:26:04 am

Anna,
You look beautiful dear and I love the coat and skirt! It looks so freezing where you are right now. I can't wait till it warms up soon!
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MilanoTime link

3/6/2014 04:08:26 am

Such a great look! Love your blue coat
kisses
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Matea link

3/6/2014 04:50:13 am

wow snow! AND YOR sweatshirt is so cute!

Stella link

3/6/2014 09:00:18 am

What a wonderful look! I love every of your combinations!

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Anna

3/10/2014 05:11:33 am

Rad! Thanks for stopping by, again! <3

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Qing Pineda link

3/6/2014 09:44:50 am

I fell inlove with this outfit! :) You know how much I love vintage outfit! xoxoxo!

Anna

3/10/2014 05:11:55 am

Aww, thanks! <3

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Shawna

3/6/2014 12:27:22 pm

Wow you are sure layered up! It all looks great. I think I would look like the Michelin Man with that many layers on. Fortunately for me, here on Vancouver Island I usually only have to worry more about staying dry. I love all the individual pieces you have on and they look awesome together! I love those tights. I'd probably stick my toe through the lacy parts while putting them on and then ruin them.

Anna

3/10/2014 05:14:31 am

Hahaha <3 I doubt that. I think you would look just fine! It just depends on the pieces you choose. :D Oh and yeah, those tights are a pain to put on. I'm always afraid I'm going to snag or rip them. >_<

I would loooove to live in Vancouver! I hear such wonderful things about that place. <3

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Jenny Lee link

3/6/2014 01:24:58 pm

You look gorgeous, dove! I love the sweater paired with this skirt so much. Also, eff the snow! We just had a big storm as well. Ugh, over it. Bring on spring! <3

Anna

3/10/2014 05:16:08 am

Right? Haha. I'm so ready for the snow to just go away. It would be nice not to have to wear thermals underneath my clothes every day. :P

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A. link

3/6/2014 01:45:22 pm

Ahhhh! You look so adorable and vintage and shit. I love this. I really do. Keep rocking those tights.

I understand about the snow. I thought the closer we were getting to summer it was supposed to warm up.....

Anna

3/10/2014 05:17:42 am

Hahaha right on. The tights aren't the easiest for me to work into outfits, but I'll try! For what I paid for them, I'd better! Hehe. :D <3

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Elena link

3/6/2014 10:47:38 pm

What a fantastic layering! All those items together make the perfect vintagy look!
*I wish we had some snow this winter but it still grey and rainy

Anna

3/10/2014 05:19:20 am

Hey! Good to see you! ^_^ <3 Thank you! You know, I would gladly switch seasons with you! Haha. I'm actually looking forward to the rainy season next month, but knowing how the weather has been over the past couple of years I'm expecting it to snow in April, too. It has happened before. =/

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Nina Nelson link

3/7/2014 02:11:30 am

As Liberace always said, "I'd rather look good than feel good, darling."
Looking good (even if your feet ARE frozen.)

Anna

3/10/2014 05:21:38 am

Haha <3 Yeah, that guy is awesome...crazy, but awesome. Haha. Thanks, Nina! ^_^

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skye link

3/7/2014 02:47:12 am

I admire your ability to go from cyberpunk to menswear to grandma chic in the blink of an eye. That said, your prairie outfits are always my favorite. This one is expertly coordinated, not the least bit schlumpy.

Anna

3/10/2014 05:27:08 am

Thank you! <3 I don't know if being unpredictable is admirable, though. Haha. I'm sure it keeps people guessing (I'm always amused and surprised by what I come up with every week) and it makes things more interesting. Still, I have to wonder if I should strive to be a little more consistent? I don't know. I could just be terrible at receiving compliments and totally over thinking this. Heh.

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FASHION TALES link

3/7/2014 03:36:13 am

Great layering, and colouring. I like the cumin knit and the overcoat is a nice piece to pair with this outfit. :)
/Madison

Anna

3/10/2014 05:29:02 am

Hey! Thanks, Madison! I love that sweater, too. When paired with the right colors (such as deep navy) it almost appears to glow. :D

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Ellen Mackenzie link

3/7/2014 12:51:09 pm

this outfit is awesome! i love how you layered two coats together, so stylish!

x

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Imogen link

3/7/2014 04:36:06 pm

Your combinations are gorgeous. Super stunning. I especially love the top and lace collar. The lace adds so much to the look. You have such talent. You impress and inspire me.

Anna

3/10/2014 05:30:39 am

You're always so kind! *^_^* Thank you so much! <3

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Milex link

3/7/2014 10:07:06 pm

Well done!

Miche link

3/8/2014 09:37:49 am

Those tights really are awesome, the look gorgeous with that skirt as well. I'm trying to not get too comfy with the lack of snow around here cuz I'm sure it's coming our way soon :/ Spring will be here soon though!
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Anna

3/10/2014 05:32:29 am

Hehe. Yeah, I always get sucked into thinking that Spring is right around the corner when the snow starts to melt and the sun shines more often than usual. Then all of a sudden, BAM! It snows all day and all night. I really should know better. Haha. >_<

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Angelina Stroumpouli

3/8/2014 09:23:36 pm

When I first saw the photo, I was about to ask if you were cold or not (talking about tights and flats), but you answered my question before even asking. These tights made the whole outfit more interesting, but I wouldn't sacrifice warthm for anything!

I love how you layered two coats and still look elegant! I would look like a homeless guy!
And this skirt is so awesome! <3

Hope you are well and happy!
Lots of kisses
Angelina - http://www.just-angelina.com/

Anna

3/10/2014 05:39:37 am

Dude, you can always assume that I'm cold. Haha. The degree to which I am freezing varies. Some parts of me are toastier than others, but I'm pretty much cold at all times. Haha.

Fashion blogging is interesting, because I'm not sure most people realize that I stand outside for 15-20 minutes just to photograph what I wore for the day. If I wasn't a fashion blogger, I would have just worn this outfit from the house to the car and from the car to wherever I was going and I probably wouldn't have felt very cold.

So, really, if I suffered at all, it was for the sake of showing everyone what I wore on a given day. I don't typically spend my days outdoors when it's snowing. Haha. ;) Still, every now and then I'll get a comment on some social media platform that seems to suggest that people think that's what I do, which is kind of out of touch with how people actually live their day-to-day lives. It's like I only exist in the photos or something. It can be...strange. Heh.

P.S. - I doubt you would look homeless with two coats on! Haha.

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effie link

3/9/2014 03:55:01 pm

Is there any chance you want to borrow me that skirt? I don't think we live that far from each other? :D It's absolutely amazing! And your whole look is perfect <3

Anna

3/10/2014 05:43:12 am

Ahh, I'll probably hold on to this skirt until the day I die. Haha. <3 I'm curious as to how you would style it though. I think you could do some very creative things with it!

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Secret little Stars link

3/10/2014 11:56:42 am

I adore that coat and layering is fantastic as always! Love all details!

Secret little Stars
www.secretlittlestars.com

Frida link

3/11/2014 02:19:24 am

Oh how I love your colorful style! Those lacey tights are super cute, but yep, I can feel the chill! sometimes, if I want to wear perforated tights in winter, I double the tights, nudes or colored, it's not bad at all.

Anna

3/13/2014 04:43:53 am

Hey! Thank you so much and thank you for visiting! I'll stop by your blog in a bit to say 'hello' :D <3

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Amber link

3/11/2014 03:14:19 am

I was in NC last week and the first day we were there the snow came down and hit us hard. I was totally not prepared. I only brought flats, so my toes were icicles by the time I was back in my warm hotel room.

Carly Sorenson link

3/11/2014 01:13:28 pm

Oh my goodness, this is so pretty! You remind me of a big cozy floral cup of tea in this outfit (like that makes sense :P) I think you and your friend Keit have the coolest blogs :)
Anyway, I am fifteen years old and my friend and I recently started a book blog, would you mind checking us out?
Thanks so much!
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Anna

3/13/2014 04:46:16 am

Hey, Carly! Thank you so much for the kind words! I appreciate that you took the time to stop by <3 I'm happy to check out your blog!

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Elisabet García link

3/14/2014 09:31:37 am

Awesome look, love absolutly that skirt and looks perfect in you. Also like the shoes and the bag. Amazing outfit, Anna ;)

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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.

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