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I'm Only Happy When It Rains

12/2/2014

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The good news: It was above 40 degrees one fateful weekend in November. The bad news: It rained the entire time. So, I had a choice to make: Should I phone it in and just wear something really comfortable and stay home for the weekend or do I try to get out of the house a bit and be a little clever while I'm at it? I'm sure you can guess which way the pendulum swung on that one. Hehe.

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Make no mistake, being out and about in the rain sucks. Even though it wasn't necessarily freezing cold, it was still chilly, foggy and just plain dreary. I regret that I gave into the resulting seasonal affective disorder and wore a rather dark and scary ensemble. I know I look like a murderess. I wouldn't want to run into me in a dark alley, either. Hehe. I'm fine with that, though. For me, this outfit is cathartic.

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I've worn these mixed pattern tights a few times on my blog and I think it goes without saying that they're totally killer (pun very much intended). >:D I used the tights to play up the pattern aspect of the outfit and to just basically try to elevate an all-black look to make it more interesting and unique. To bring out the patterns and add an extra layer of warmth, I wore mustard tights underneath.

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I got this black and white patterned cardigan from my sponsor, Oasap. It was on sale for $17.75. I've seen many bloggers wearing this type of cardigan, so I'm aware that it is really trendy. The thing is, I really like the patterns in the cardigan and I felt the urge to challenge myself to see if I could wear it in an unconventional outfit. When I look at this cardigan, I immediately see blue jeans, an understated top, some nice shoes and that's it. It would easily class up a casual outfit and it is quite cozy. I'll probably end up wearing it like that many, many times. However, this time, I wanted to give the cardigan an edge.

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Who knows? Maybe I took it too far. It wouldn't be the first time. Haha.
I like to be on the precipice.


Thrifted - Black Scarf, ModCloth Mustard Tights (Swap Group) & ModCloth Black Boots (Gift)
ModCloth - Black High Low Top, Mixed Pattern Tights & Black High Waisted Shorts

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Vintage Steampunk Circle Flip Glasses in Black/Gold
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c/o Oasap - Black & White Patterned Cardigan
Forever 21 - Braided Pattern Black Sweater
VJ Style - Gold Studded Barrel Bag



 

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42 Comments
Cassy Bhairo link
12/1/2014 07:45:50 pm

Great idea layering tights! I normally layer socks, but will be trying this out!

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Anna
12/2/2014 05:00:44 am

Rad, thanks! :D <3

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Elizabeth link
12/1/2014 08:49:12 pm

I love your sunglasses they look amazing! Xx
Fashionismyfirstlanguage.blogspot.ie

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Anna
12/2/2014 05:01:18 am

:P

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Suzanne link
12/1/2014 10:43:49 pm

Love those layered tights.

Too far? No-such-thing.

bisous
Suzanne
http://www.suzannecarillo.com

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Anna
12/2/2014 05:01:39 am

Hehe, thanks! :D

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Kristian link
12/1/2014 11:28:15 pm

I like that you challenged yourself to wear the printed cardigan in an unconventional outfit. Very visually interesting.

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Anna
12/2/2014 05:02:31 am

Visually interesting. That's putting it nicely, I think. Haha. Down right scary/disturbing might be more accurate. ;D

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Magda link
12/2/2014 12:34:50 am

Yes, that type of cardigan is really popular, but I don't care! U like it and it's the most important. So do I!

And... u are really smart wearing two pairs of tights;-)

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Anna
12/2/2014 05:02:57 am

Thanks, babe! <3

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Elisabet link
12/2/2014 05:10:40 am

Love your cardigan, great style as always :)
http://oneusefashion.wordpress.com/

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Anna
12/2/2014 05:55:57 am

Thanks! *^_^*

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Jenny Lee link
12/2/2014 05:18:55 am

1) I think this is my favourite layered tight look ever. So badass. 2) Everyone should dress like a murderess now and then! 3) Garbage! That album was such a big part of my moody childhood heheh <3

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Anna
12/2/2014 05:56:56 am

Rad! Thanks, man <3 Yeah, that Garbage album is one of my absolute favorites. I know all the words to every song. I still have the CD! :D

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Kate link
12/2/2014 06:57:23 am

OMG I got that Garbage song stuck in my head as soon as I read the title of your post. Haven't heard that one in ages!

And the tights are lovely. :)

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Anna
12/2/2014 08:44:18 am

<333

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Crissy link
12/2/2014 08:24:08 am

I love that you wore mustard tights underneath those awesome pattern ones. It looks so cool!

It's been a long time since I've heard Garbage!

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Anna
12/2/2014 08:46:54 am

You know, I wondered why I hadn't done something like this with the patterned tights, sooner. I inspired myself! :D I'm thinking of all kinds of ways to get more wear out of my tights, now.

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Sarah link
12/2/2014 09:02:50 am

I love this! The addition of the tights is perfect. Your style constantly amazes me, I'd love to do a style feature on you.

<a href="http://princessaudu.blogspot.com/">Princess Audu</a>

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Anna
12/2/2014 11:03:47 am

Aww, dude. That's awesome! I would be honored! <3

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Silvia link
12/2/2014 09:22:32 am

I love how you transform a black outfit into a unique and stunning outfit, it is magic! in this case the tights and the cardigan are the touch! lucky for us you don´t choose to stay home due to rain :-) Thanks for the video, I love that song! I´ve started singing it when I´ve read the title of the post before seeing it, hehehe

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Anna
12/2/2014 11:33:09 am

Rad! Thanks, Silvia! <3

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Dana
12/2/2014 10:57:09 am

I love this look, especially from the back. Something about that lace over those tights with that cardigan . Just awesome.

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Anna
12/2/2014 11:35:47 am

:D <3

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Nout link
12/2/2014 01:28:24 pm

Thanks for taking me back to 90s, lol. Love the cardigan and the tights!

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Anna
12/2/2014 05:30:12 pm

Haha. *takes a bow* :D <3

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Yanyan link
12/2/2014 04:57:52 pm

love your new look Anna! <3

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Anna
12/2/2014 05:31:07 pm

Hey! Good to see you, again <3 Thanks! ^_^

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Melanie link
12/2/2014 09:46:56 pm

I love those tights! They are really cool!
Melanie @ meandmr.com

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Anna
12/3/2014 03:39:14 am

Thanks so much and thanks for stopping by! I'll check out your blog and say, 'hello' :D

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Kreyola link
12/2/2014 11:44:46 pm

Well I'm glad you went for it and took these pictures in the rain. I love the tights, to bad they are sold out.

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Anna
12/3/2014 03:40:17 am

Crap! >_< They might come back in stock! If they do, I'll let you know. I'm on the site like every day. Haha. :P <3

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Akinyi Ragwar link
12/3/2014 07:31:32 am

Love this look! Super cool even in the rain!

xoxo Akinyi
http://fitsonme.blogspot.com

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Anna
12/3/2014 10:38:16 am

Hey! Thank you! Thanks for stopping by, too! ^_^ <3

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Milex link
12/3/2014 12:19:38 pm

♥

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Anna
12/3/2014 04:12:07 pm

<3

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Whitney 'Nic' James link
12/4/2014 01:31:39 am

YES to everything here. Those glasses, the tights...it all works. Effortless!

~Whitney
www.whitneynicjames.com

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Anna
12/4/2014 03:27:59 pm

Hey! Good to see you! *^_^* <3 Thank you!

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Keit link
12/5/2014 12:56:45 am

You can never take it too far. You are a creative and awesome person, so even if you take it too far it would be totally legit! :D I love this looky, and damn you for reminding me of this song, now I can't stop playing it :D

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Anna
12/5/2014 03:02:16 am

Ear wormed! Muahahahaha :D <3

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miche link
12/5/2014 09:37:42 am

Love the tights!
<a href="http://www.buttonsandbirdcages.com">Miche from Buttons and Birdcages</a>

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Anna
12/5/2014 09:57:06 am

:D

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