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City Slicker

11/10/2015

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I've always felt like I was destined to live in a big city. By that, I mean a place like New York City or Tokyo---a place where neon lights make the pavement glow all night long. <3 Large cities have a pulse, you know? It's something you can actually feel, if you're not too caught up in the chaotic flow within the city's swirling veins. I hope that I can permanently relocate to a big city, very soon. Country life sounds fine and all, but the epicenter of action is in the city. If that makes me a city slicker, then so be it. ;)~


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So, the only "new" thing that I'm wearing is the beautiful, patterned fringe poncho that I received from my sponsor, Fiery Finish Vintage. All other pieces are "old," and by that I mean (a) you've seen the items already and (b) I've owned each item anywhere from one month to several years. In that regard, it has literally been years since I've worn the pleated grey dress and don't ask me why, because it's gorgeous and there's really no excuse to go even one year without wearing it. This kind of thing just happens. *shrug* Hehe. I have too many style ideas and certain garments get ignored in the process.

At any rate, the star of the show is the colorful poncho. Without it, the outfit would just be a mix of black and grey. Chic, but just not as interesting without that splash of color. Right now, the poncho looks more like a scarf worn inside the black coat, but it's true nature becomes evident when the coat is removed.


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I actually thought that the poncho had sleeves, but it doesn't. It's completely open. There's a v-cut at the top that keeps it from moving around too much when you put it on, but the "sleeves" are entirely of my own making. Hehe. I was thrilled to discover that design element, because that means I can wear the poncho backwards or forwards. I can wrap it any which way I want and I can wear it as a scarf, too. ^_^ I'm a huge proponent of that kind of flexibility, so I know that this poncho will get lots of wear! <3

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I really wanted to show off my entire dress, so I braved the cold winds. The pleated bubble skirt and the speckled fabric are my just a couple of my favorite bits. I always feel so put together when I wear this dress. Thank goodness it still fits after all these years, too! Hahaha. If it still fits 10 years from now, I think it would continue to look just as chic and sophisticated as it did when I first wore it. It's timeless.


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Thrifted - Grey ModCloth Dress (Sale) & Black ModCloth Tights (Sale)
c/o Fiery Finish Vintage - Patterned Fringed Poncho
c/o Oasap -
Double Breasted Marble Button Coat
c/o Happiness Boutique - Black Stone Necklace

c/o Shop Calico - Barred Browline Circle Sunnies
UrbanOG - Glossy Black Ankle Boots
c/o Dressin.com - Black Satchel

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Frannie Pantz link
11/10/2015 11:42:32 am

You and me both friend. When I was younger, I KNEW I would live in NYC. But then I had a baby at 18. And now I am stuck in this square state of North Face coats. Sigh. I have never even visited NYC!!!! But one day.

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Anna
11/11/2015 07:17:05 pm

Lmfao. "Square state of North Face coats." You basically described where I live. Haha. <3

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Suzanne link
11/10/2015 02:44:22 pm

I can see why you love this dress. It looks like it was made for you. Such a great cut.

bisous
Suzanne

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Anna
11/11/2015 07:18:55 pm

It's incredibly well-made, so yeah it fits great. :D There's nothing like having something that fits you well. It really makes you feel good on the inside. So few things in my closet do that, nowadays. <3

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Lindwormmm link
11/10/2015 02:58:26 pm

The 4th picture <3<3<3 omg!!! love the poncho's movement and your super amazing cool hairdo <3
This outfit is so great. The poncho looks so warm and comfy <3

I like living in bigger cities too but I really have no idea how it feels like to live in a gigantic city. I need to experience Tokyo at least once :)

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Anna
11/11/2015 07:19:52 pm

Hey! Thanks so much! <3

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missreverie link
11/10/2015 03:56:59 pm

That's it, you've become one of my most stalked style guru! I just cannot get over how perfect is the pairing of the poncho and the dress! Why do you have to be so on point all the time! Hehe. Your hair is omg..I'm dying with envy. Loving your Autumnal layers, Anna. You're such a sleek city slicker, I feel like a farm girl. LOL

Shanaz | <a href="http://famecherry.com/category/fashionista-now/">Fashionista NOW</a>

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Anna
11/11/2015 07:26:33 pm

Aww! That's a really sweet thing to say, man. Thanks! <3 *^_^* <3

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Lauren-Blair link
11/11/2015 04:00:23 pm

Love your hair! Great outfit...I love the shot of the poncho floating up! XO
Lauren-Blair
www.prefertobedemure.com

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Anna
11/12/2015 10:05:06 pm

Rad! Thanks! <3

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Kristian link
11/16/2015 07:03:33 am

Wow- it always amazes me how sometimes just one piece can take a basic outfit to something really eye catching, and this poncho does that!

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Anna
11/19/2015 04:05:57 pm

<333

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Noelle link
11/17/2015 06:28:10 pm

I have been looking for ways to to wear my poncho and this is definitely getting filed into "must steal this idea" area of my brain. I never would have thought to pair it with a dress like that but, it's wonderful!

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Anna
11/19/2015 04:06:10 pm

Radness! Thanks so much! <3

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