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How The @#%! Did She Do That? - Tutorial #1

10/31/2013

Remember this boho punk outfit from last week? A lot of thought and preparation went into making this ensemble, so I thought it would be cool to show you guys how I created it step by step! I've had some requests to do so-called layering tutorials. Hehe. I guess this sort of counts as one. I just thought it would be helpful to bring you into my thought processes surrounding this particular outfit. ^_^

I apologize for the strange lighting. Where I live in the U.S., it gets dark at like 5 PM when Fall/Winter sets in. It sucks balls. >_< When I took these photos, it was maybe an hour before sunset. My hands were freezing and I was wearing gloves! So, I might have been hasty with the camera settings. Hehe.

STEP 1: I started with the basic grey maxi dress from Choies and an asymmetrical knot.

STEP 2: Then I had added my black cardigan. However, this time, I'm using my thrifted floral poncho as the second layer. I think it improves upon the style a bit more. I follow this with the third layer...

STEP 3: ...my thrifted fringed crochet poncho and...

STEP 4: THEN, I add the asymmetrical long sleeved cardigan. This overlapping is better, IMO.

STEP 5: Finally, I top it off with my vegan leather jacket from TIL Darling and...voila! :D

I think the other elements of the outfit are pretty self explanatory. ^_^ I'm not brave enough to do a Youtube video like some other bloggers. Sorry! I'll get there...maybe. Anyway, I hope these mannequin photos are good enough! Oh and if you'd like to see a tutorial for a specific outfit, just make a request!

Thank you for your kindness, as always! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! <3

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27 Comments

Keit

10/30/2013 08:19:41 pm

Damn, this is hard :D I've never seen so many layering in my life O_O
Yeah, it gets dark at 5pm here too, it totally sucks ballzz!!!!!

Lara Lizard link

10/30/2013 08:37:43 pm

Thanks :D This was interesting :D Maybe I will try a layered style too :3

Purple Ivy link

10/30/2013 09:36:48 pm

WHOAAAAAA! Now that is layering at it best. This I'm surprised with all the added layers it does not look bulky. This is very Lawrence of Arabia chic.

xoxo
Ivy
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Kristian link

10/31/2013 02:12:31 am

THis is really neat. While I knew a lot of thought went into your outfits, I'm not sure I realized before quite how many layers went into the thing. The final product looks so different from where you start.

Melanie Sutrathada link

10/31/2013 06:17:09 am

It's so awesome to see how you created this look, Anna! I moved to New York last year from California and I'm still getting used to having to layer, so this post came just in time! I love how chic and easy you make layering look!

Melanie
www.laceandcombatboots.com

Anna

11/4/2013 04:33:17 pm

Hey! Thanks, Melanie! <3 I haven't seen you around before. I'll be sure to check out your blog and say, 'hello!' :D

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Ananya Juneja link

10/31/2013 08:44:22 am

This is awesome :)
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Anna

11/4/2013 04:34:08 pm

Thanks! ^_^

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Tatyana link

10/31/2013 10:10:22 am

Now that's serious layering skills!!! The crochet poncho is just the cutest thing I've ever seen! You look amazing and I bet very warm too! It's freezing here in Scotland! :) Big hugs!

Tatyana x
www.secretlittlestars.com

Rebecca link

10/31/2013 10:44:59 am

GREAT POST! But that was like layering 501. Can we start with layering 101 for people like myself who really don't get it apart from make-your-dresses-more-versatile-by-wearing-a-skirt-over-top? :D Hehe.

Might I suggest a post about what basic versatile pieces that we layering apprentices should possibly invest in? I think my main problem is that I have a lot of stand alone statement pieces and a lot of basics but not much else. I'm pretty sure that I'm missing some of the essential layering building blocks and I need ideas. Thank you!

Sincerely,
Your loyal and adoring fan <---was that too much? ; )

-Rebecca
mn2nz.wordpress.com

Anna

11/4/2013 04:40:59 pm

Aww, what? I doubt you're as bad as you're making yourself out to be. Honestly, wearing one or two pieces over dresses is what I do typically. Every now and then I go off the beaten path as you see here and I add two or three more items instead. :D I'll try to do a better job of making my process more transparent. I really had no idea that I am this amazing layering person or whatever. All of this just comes naturally to me. I dunno. *shrug* <3

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Rebecca link

11/13/2013 12:56:59 pm

LOL. You've seen my blog. When do I layer anything? Yeah pretty much never. Color matching? Yes, I can do that. Layering? Not so much.

Ellen and Tara Mackenzie link

10/31/2013 06:25:35 pm

i love all the layers to this outfit, amazing styling!

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Nout link

11/1/2013 01:43:06 am

I love all the layering! but for me, after the 2nd layer, I get to the problem of "oh, I can't really fit anymore on" LOL :)

Anna

11/4/2013 04:42:40 pm

Oh, yeah, I totally get it! :D The key for me is to choose the right fabrics. Everything I'm wearing except for the jacket and thick scarf is lightweight, thin and either sheer or semi-sheer. So the entire outfit is breathable and comfortable without looking weighed down. :P

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Lindsey DIsh link

11/1/2013 02:02:46 am

I love that you posted how you layer!! I think that is one of the many strong skills you have and i'm always fascinated with what you come up with. do you stay comfortable in all those layers all day?
and i hear ya about the youtube videos! I did one the other day but I was so nervous i almost didn't.
xoxo, Lindsey Dish @ <a>thebeltedpear.blogspot.com</a>

Anna

11/4/2013 04:49:46 pm

Yep! As I was telling Nout (above) it all comes down to the fabrics. In one of my previous posts, someone had commented that my outfit looked as if it wasn't appropriate for the weather, or something to that effect. I remembered thinking to myself: 'Did she see that I'm wearing a (1) sweater, (2) hoodie and ANOTHER (3) hoodie? Hahaha. My hands were the coldest since I wasn't wearing gloves and my legs were chilly, but I was fine! Totally, totally fine. Haha. <3

Also, there is a lot people don't see and that's the secret. Underneath a lot of my outfits for Fall/Winter/Spring I wear lightweight thermal tops and bottoms. ;) I try not to let the weather dictate my style. Sometimes, I don't have a choice, but I always try to stay true to my style while adapting to the temperatures.

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Ashley link

11/1/2013 04:58:06 am

You still look like Grace Jones and I'm still in love. :D

xo Ashley

Anna

11/4/2013 04:51:40 pm

Aww, you are MUCH too kind with that one. Thank you! <3

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A. link

11/1/2013 09:54:40 am

Gosh, I seriously love peering into your mind. It's like this little box of awesome. Thanks for the speed course in layering! Maybe someday I'll be as good as you. :P

I hear you about the weather getting colder and the days getting darker. It's dark by 5:30 here, and as we approach Christmas it'll be dark closer to 3 o clock. Sigh.

love,
a

www.missdecaf.blogspot.com

Sanja

11/1/2013 11:07:49 am

Beautiful!

Anna

11/4/2013 04:51:10 pm

Thanks! <3 ^_^

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Nymphashion link

11/1/2013 11:14:51 pm

That is a great example of a nice layering!
Well done and love the accessories too!

<a href="http://nymphashion.com/">Arianna, Nymphashion ♡</a>

effie link

11/2/2013 01:10:53 am

Oh gosh, you really should start doing some Layering Workshops :) You look awesome <3

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Missy May link

11/2/2013 05:43:59 am

O.M.G!! Ok I officially give it to you Anna! I've never seen soo much clothes on one person in my life!! Damn!! Queen of Layering in my book for real... :-)

Chrissi link

11/3/2013 01:16:03 pm

You really do a great job with thoughtful layering. It's cool to see it broken down step-by-step like this!

Amber link

11/4/2013 01:37:00 am

Thank you for demonstrating this! When I saw the original outfit post, I was really curious how you put the whole thing together.

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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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