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2/20/2014

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Heeeey! Alright! This is what I'm talkin' about! Back to scaring people (in my *totally* menacing houndstooth MC Hammer pants). :DDD As you can see, I'm taking a stab at doing another monochromatic outfit. I haven't done this style since my first attempt back in October of last year.

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I don't know why, but I've found that people have visceral reactions to harem pants. Mostly negative. Is it because people just immediately reject that which they don't understand or that which doesn't immediately fit into their personal aesthetic? I'm really asking here. Haha. I want to know! I think there are some really strange looking harem pants out there and obviously this particular garment isn't for everyone. I know there are very wrong ways to wear these pants and I don't know...these are my first pair so maybe I'm doing it wrong with this first attempt at wearing them. But dammit, they are so comfortable! It's like wearing pajama pants. Haha. I was so comfy and waaaarrrrrm. :D

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I wondered if the houndstooth print might be too much for my first pair of harems, but I'm reaalllly diggin' it. Will I be able to wear this often? Probably not. The print adds a measure of difficulty in terms of versatility. Will I at least enjoy wearing them when I do get around to it? Hell yes!
Excuse my stream of consciousness typing here. >_< I felt really comfortable in these pants and even though they may freak some people out or even disgust them, I guess I just don't f*cking care? Yeah, that's the ticket.


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Sooooo, anyway. I don't know if you can tell, but I'm actually standing on a frozen lake. Yeah. I didn't enjooooy this. >_< However, I felt that the white background would really do the outfit justice, since I'm wearing primarily dark colors. Honestly, I couldn't wait to get off the lake. Haha. I just tried to keep my composure. What can I say? I'm just not that into walking (camping, driving, fishing, skating, etc) on frozen lakes. Give me a hot tub in the snow with a floating tray of dark and stormies, instead. ^_^

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I love how in this entire post I've said nothing meaningful about how I constructed my outfit. Haha. I've just rambled. Sorry, man. Basically, what you see is what you get. A thick sweater, harem pants, a scarf and boots. Nothing complex, here. For some additional texture, I wore a lace bodysuit underneath and pulled the boat neck of the sweater down on one side.
I can't remember where I thrifted that boucle sweater. It's verrrry old, but it's incredibly soft and I'm a sucker for the slouchy bell sleeves.

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Alright. I'll hush. Haha. It's OK! You can open your eyes, now. The show's over! ;P


Thrifted - Black Infinity Scarf, Black Boucle Sweater, ModCloth Boots (Gift),
Houndstooth Harem Pants (Gift) & ModCloth Texting Gloves (Sale)

zeroUV - Mirror Lens Retro Aviator Sunglasses in Black Violet
American Apparel - Floral Lace Bodysuit

VJ Style - Gold Studded Barrel Bag

♫ 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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Sian link
2/19/2014 05:22:53 pm

AAH...MAA...ZING that is all!

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Anna
2/23/2014 10:06:02 am

:DDD <3

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Beatrix link
2/19/2014 07:38:40 pm

Those pants are so cool! The outfit looks great against the white snow background. X

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Rhea link
2/19/2014 08:08:42 pm

I personally don't like harem pants on myself. But I don't give negative reactions to them. Everyone has a different dressing sense and some people carry them off really well. Like you :D

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Anna
2/23/2014 10:08:51 am

Right on, I appreciate that! There are some trends that I actually have instantly negative feelings towards. We're all human and it's natural to have gut feelings about things for better or for worse. The thing is, if I see someone wearing a garment I don't really like, but they're just totally killing it, I have to give them props. I really respect good style. So, I often comment on and vote for looks that I wouldn't personally wear, because I value the other person's aesthetic view point. Thank you for being so objective! It's rare! :D <3

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Kristian link
2/19/2014 11:12:34 pm

Yes, these pants are not for everyone, but your outfit is still amazing-sauce! I love this and the backdrop does add so much drama, so I'm glad you went with it, even though frozen lakes are not your thing.

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Anna
2/23/2014 10:09:50 am

Aww, yeah. <3 Amazing sauce! I love it! :DDD

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Lindsey Dish link
2/20/2014 12:38:11 am

This is so not my style but I dig it so much! It literally epitomizes the word "cool"!
xoxo, Lindsey Dish
<a href="http://thebeltedpear.blogspot.com">thebeltedpear.blogspot.com</a>

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Islandchic77 link
2/20/2014 01:15:10 am

i super love this u have such an edge...Im jealous:)

www.Islandchic77.com

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Anna
2/23/2014 10:11:11 am

Hey! Thank you so much! <3 I remember you from Chictopia! I'll be sure to check out your blog ^_^

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Jenny Lee link
2/20/2014 02:14:35 am

I'm so glad post-apocalyptic Anna is back! ;) Bah, who cares about the naysayers! You look fierce. I love that you always add a wee bit of contrast or something unexpectedly soft (does that make sense?) in these outfits. The bit of lace is just the perfect touch! <3

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em link
2/20/2014 07:09:57 am

^I second the vote for the return of post-apocalyptic Anna :)

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Anna
2/23/2014 10:12:28 am

Aww, this made me smile :D Thank you so much! Yeah, I feel so comfortable in my dystopian garb. It just feels right. I try not to be in that mode for too long though. I still want to try different things. <3

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Amber link
2/20/2014 02:15:38 am

The lake really compliments these pictures (: you almost look like a futuristic super spy in the tundra or something, and I love it! :D

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em link
2/20/2014 03:13:08 am

Only you could make something rack hideous look cool. Also, photos here are stellar. Go team! (Or go tripod?) Either way, good one, yo.

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Anna
2/23/2014 10:15:14 am

Hahaha.. "rack hideous." Yeah, I gotta admit that these pants don't look all that flattering on a hanger or even laying flat. It takes a bit of imagination to craft an outfit with them. I like the challenge, though! Plus, I probably won't be able to get away with wearing these pants in 10 years, haha. So, I gotta get it all in now. :P

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Grace H link
2/20/2014 04:58:34 am

Okay, you're making me change my opinion on harem pants... they might not fit my aesthetic, but you're rocking them! Also, that pop of lace? Perfect.

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Anna
2/23/2014 10:16:08 am

Rad! I love hearing that! Thank you! <3

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Elisabet García link
2/20/2014 07:26:13 am

You look great with harem pants and the mix of textures are amazing. Once again you rock, Anna! :)

http://oneusefashion.wordpress.com/

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Miranda link
2/20/2014 08:26:55 am

Standing on that lake was totally worth it because these pictures look AWESOME! I would've been scared too though! But your black and white outfit looks amazing with that background.

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Shawna link
2/20/2014 10:55:31 am

I don't think I would wear harem pants myself, but you are totally rocking them and I love your outfit. I am very conservative with my silhouettes but if someone gave me your entire outfit all sized to fit me, I would definitely wear it and give it a try.

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Anna
2/23/2014 10:18:56 am

Right on! Thank you! Yeah, actually I find that the slimmer, closer fitting harems are a little more chic, not as urban, I guess? I bet you could totally rock those! I got a slim black pair that I'm dying to wear. :D

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hadrien
2/20/2014 10:55:46 am

Awesome outfit and super cool pics
Good job! :)

http://heyhadrien.blogspot.com/2014/02/white-walls.html

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Anna
2/23/2014 10:20:53 am

Thanks, man! Good to see you again! <3

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Milex link
2/20/2014 12:28:06 pm

Pretty great.

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Jackie link
2/20/2014 01:31:13 pm

Wow - holy tundra, Batman!

It looks frigid out there.

Those are some seriously crazy pants. I know they're probably not something you can put on a constant repeat, but they sure are cool!

xo Jackie
<a href="http://somethingaboutthatthing.blogspot.com">Something About That</a>

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Ellen Mackenzie link
2/20/2014 05:05:32 pm

omg i love love love this post! these photos are so awesome, and your outfit is so dramatic with the all black and white exciting shapes. you are so stylish girl!

x

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Tatyana link
2/20/2014 06:03:54 pm

This look is my favorite I think!!! Just check those trousers!!! The snow backdrop is perfect and I just love the shades! Loving this!

Tatyana
www.secretlittlestars.com

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Keit link
2/20/2014 06:22:36 pm

I don't know what it is, but your blog posts always energize me and make me smile! There's a general feeling of happy thoughts every time I visit your blog ^_^
About the harem pants, I've seen few designs that are really cool, but overall I don't like them that much :D I don't absolutely hate them and as you said, if you style them in the right way, they actually look pretty awesome. And I like yours, especially the print and the whole bad ass outfit you made with them. So I guess, it depends on the person wearing them :D

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Anna
2/23/2014 10:23:48 am

I feel the same way about your posts! I love your writing style and now that I know what you sound like, I pretty much read all of your posts with your voice in my head. Haha. It makes it better. :D

I appreciate your veracity! It's another reason why I respect you as a blogger and as a person. I totally agree, it comes down to the style, the person and how s/he carries the outfit. <3

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MilanoTime link
2/21/2014 02:26:46 am

Such a stylish girl you are dear!
Love those pants and the total black!
Your sunglasses are just fantastic!
Kisses and wish you a great weekend!
http://www.milanotime.net

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Kateryna link
2/21/2014 02:29:12 am

Wow! I like how it looks on you. These glasses are incredible blue color of the sky. Very stylish and unusual.

Katty
http://kattisfaction.blogspot.com/

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Imogen link
2/21/2014 02:38:09 pm

Wow your style amazes me every time. The photos in the snow turned out so well. The print of the pants is one of my favourites and I absolutely adore the touch of lace.

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mellow yellow blog link
2/21/2014 03:32:51 pm

I love those pants!!! Your style is just always so unique and effortlessly cool!

xx,
www.mellowyellowblog.com

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Pip
2/21/2014 11:43:53 pm

I love the lace detail on your top! I hope you have a lovely weekend and thanks so much for your great comments on my blog Anna!
<a href="http://easyoutfitsbypip.blogspot.com">xx Easy Outfits, by Pip</a>

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Missy May link
2/22/2014 02:50:51 am

Looks like you're on the desert - instead of sand, its snow. lol!! These pics are amazing. I like the harem pants.

missymayification.blogspot.co.uk

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Marija link
2/22/2014 05:45:19 am

Omg those pants are just perfect, and the way you styled them, love love!!! XO

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Anna
2/23/2014 10:24:57 am

Thank you so much and thank you for visiting! I'll be sure to stop by and say, 'hello!' <3

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kaylee link
2/24/2014 02:11:10 am

This takes chic to a whole new level! I am loving it!

Kaylee
xx

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Anna
3/2/2014 07:27:34 am

Thanks so much, Kaylee! Thank you for visiting, too! <3

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A. link
2/24/2014 01:10:05 pm

I can safely say that I would never wear harem pants -- but I can also safely say that you make them look extremely couture and you might be changing my mind about them. Also, damn girl, can you just quit your day job and design futuristic clothing for the rest of us? Thanks.

love,
a

www.missdecaf.blogspot.com

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Anna
3/2/2014 07:33:15 am

Haha <3 You're too kind, dude. Thank you!

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effie link
2/24/2014 10:49:40 pm

Wooow! That is a really cool look :D The pants are badass but my favorite part is that sexy arm covered in lace ;)

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Zalina link
2/25/2014 02:33:29 am

I like the harem pants on you. You styled them very nice. You can wear anything. And great photos.

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Anna
3/2/2014 07:35:20 am

Wellllll, let's not get hasty. Haha <3 Even I have my limits hehe. Thank you, Zalina! You're so kind! *^_^*

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Kierra Makayla link
2/26/2014 06:01:54 am

In love with that first bag! So cute.
www.kierramakayla.blogspot.com
xoxo

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Anna
3/2/2014 07:36:58 am

Thanks so much! :D

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Diana link
2/26/2014 02:14:53 pm

Amazing style. Love the backdrop

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Anna
3/2/2014 07:37:35 am

Hey, there! Thanks so much! <3

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Rebecca link
2/27/2014 03:13:29 pm

LOVE the pants. Houndstooth! Amazing. Love the lace peeking out at the shoulder too - a little bit SASSY. :D

I personally don't own any harem pants and I'm not sure that they would work with current aesthetic (which I am SO tired of, btw...). You absolutely rock them. But this begs the question, are there really any styles you DON'T rock??

-Rebecca
mn2nz.wordpress.com

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TakishaSunshine link
3/1/2014 04:46:22 am

This is amazing! i love this picture and the person!
Love the glasses i love everything.

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Anna
3/2/2014 07:52:48 am

Rad! Thanks so much!

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Nina Nelson link
3/1/2014 05:23:45 am

So very Grace Jones. I, for one, love the harem pants. Bring it, girl!

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Anna
3/2/2014 07:54:03 am

This is the second time someone's made that comparison. Haha. I'm so flattered. Thank you! <3

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Aleksandrina Vezilka link
3/1/2014 09:08:50 am

Absolutely amazing post! Like a magazine spread, really :) So glad to be reading you again, sorry I went MIA on you :*

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Anna
3/2/2014 07:58:00 am

Hey! Thanks, babe! <3 No worries! It's good to hear from you! :D

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Matea link
3/3/2014 03:01:23 am

wow that pants are amazing!

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