Jack Be Nimble

1/16/2014

I finally gave in to my seasonal affective disorder and wore an all black outfit. >_< Hehe. It was in the upper 30s and let me tell you, it felt fantastic compared to last week's negative temperatures. It had rained the night before, so it was humid and there were puddles and slush mounds everywhere. Now, if only the sun had made an appearance, it would be have been perfect and I might not have worn this. ;P

I did use this dull, overcast, but rather temperate day as an excuse to wear my new vintage sweater. I pined after it for so long--maybe a year? Finally, I received it through my clothing swap group and I've never been happier. It's a Jack Winter sweater and the oversized floral design and reflective threads give it an 80s feel. It's soft and comfy, though I wish it were longer. To compensate for this, I wore these ModCloth high waisted shorts underneath. Worked like a charm! You can barely see them. :D

I'm also wearing my new ModCloth boots! The ground was icy, but they provided the right amount of grip and they're so comfortable. I have the brown version, which you've seen me wear already. I liked the brown ones so much that I had to get them in black during last year's 50% off sale. The zippers on the black version are so sticky and really annoying, though. During this little photo shoot, the zipper on the right boot unraveled and my partner had to help me get it re-aligned. I was so disappointed, because I really love them. I have since returned the boots and I hope to buy a replacement soon.

Anyway, I hope you liked this oufit! It's definitely one of my simpler creations and maybe even a little boring, as a result. Haha. Still, the sweater really puts a smile on my face and I think the all-black canvas was appropriate, though I look forward to wearing the sweater with other colors. ^_^

Thrifted - Vintage Jack Winter Floral Sweater (Swap Group), ModCloth Satchel (Sale), ModCloth Tights (Sale), Black Fedora Hat (Buffalo Exchange - Austin) & ModCloth Boots (Sale)
Tobi - Oversized Slouchy Deep Pocket Cardigan

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

42 Comments

leeda link

1/15/2014 06:05:09 pm

i have to disagree with you anna, this is totally not a boring outfit!!! freakin love this sweater and that hat is rad! sucks about your boots though. those damn boot zippers are always super tricky -___-

--Leeda
<a href="http://www.atthisvolume.com">at this volume</a>

Anna

1/20/2014 02:35:50 pm

Wha? O_o <3 Thanks, man!

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Lara link

1/15/2014 07:25:33 pm

Black does look great on you, and the colorful print makes the look super awesome :) Actually I did think the shirt was vintage [80's] :) xxx

Anna

1/20/2014 02:36:29 pm

Haha yeah <3 It just screams big frizzy hair and spandex. I love it!

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MaKenzie link

1/15/2014 11:24:48 pm

I love all black outfits!! This looks so good, and the boots are amazinggg! <3

Kristian link

1/15/2014 11:32:05 pm

My favorite part is the hat

Amber link

1/16/2014 12:12:08 am

I'm diggin' you in all black! It really helps to make the sweater pop (:

Suzanne link

1/16/2014 01:53:35 am

I love the design of the boots. Such a shame they weren't well made.

bisous
Suzanne

Anna

1/20/2014 02:37:56 pm

Yeah, I'm seriously bummed. :/ I got the same pair (along with a dark brown version) delivered today from Amazon! It was nice to put my XMAS gift certificates to good use. :D We'll see how they hold up!

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Sian link

1/16/2014 02:56:09 am

Love that jumper so much.

Anna

1/20/2014 02:38:33 pm

<3 *^_^* <3

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Laura link

1/16/2014 04:50:58 am

That sweater is AMAZING. I just love funky vintage sweaters! Hope that a sunny day comes your way soon!

xoxo,
Laura
http://lauraisthriftingthroughlife.blogspot.com/

Anna

1/20/2014 02:39:13 pm

Aww, thank you! Oh and it did, albeit briefly. You'll see what I mean on Thursday. ;D

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MAC link

1/16/2014 05:17:13 am

Ugh I am no stranger to seasonal affective disorder, particular in these months right after the holidays. You look great though and I dig those moto boots!

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Sonya Mann link

1/16/2014 08:31:35 am

I la-la-love that sweater! The pastels really stand out against the black.

A. link

1/16/2014 01:31:47 pm

wrong, wrong, wrong, dearie. This is not a boring outfit. It is simple and quirky yet hangs off you with the elegance I could never hope to achieve. ;)

There is something so wonderful about being able to rock simple.

love,
a

www.missdecaf.blogspot.com

Anna

1/20/2014 02:40:05 pm

I never thought I would be happy to be wrong. Haha. <3

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Pip

1/16/2014 01:37:04 pm

I love all black on you. Love the boots and love the sweater too! Hope you have a great Friday and weekend and hope to see you soon on my blog! :)
<a href="http://easyoutfitsbypip.blogspot.com">xx Easy Outfits, by Pip</a>

Anna

1/20/2014 02:41:26 pm

Hey! Thanks babe! I apologize for my conspicuous absence. I blitzed everyone over the weekend, though. Haha. I keep falling behind! >_<

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Effie link

1/16/2014 02:27:36 pm

I love that edgy look! And the print on the sweater is a perfect touch <3

Jenny Lee link

1/17/2014 12:24:42 am

Not boring at all, dear! I find there is often brilliance in simplicity. Like letting the colours in the design really stand out! Besides, it's cold and you look cozy and adorable in your sweater! I love the boots in black. Bummer they didn't hold up!

Anna

1/20/2014 02:42:54 pm

Hey! Thanks! ^_^ Yeah, I cherish these days when it looks cold, but it isn't. It's nice to be able to enjoy the winter scenes without feeling like you're going to die inside. Haha. <3

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Elisabeth link

1/17/2014 07:32:50 am

Love your sweater and your boots, another amazing look, you rules girl!
A hug!! :)

http://oneusefashion.wordpress.com/2014/01/17/more-grey/

Anna

1/20/2014 02:43:53 pm

Aww! What? You're too kind! <3

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dev

1/17/2014 08:24:49 am

hi

look pretty and comfy !
love the boots <3

http://devsnochaos.blogspot.fr/

Anna

1/20/2014 02:45:59 pm

Hey! Thanks so much and thanks for visiting! I'll be sure to check out your blog and say 'hello' :D

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Hadrien link

1/17/2014 11:27:45 am

Awesome pics, i loved the style of your clothes :D
Very great blog you got

http://heyhadrien.blogspot.com/2014/01/blue-day-on-dock.html

Anna

1/20/2014 02:48:24 pm

Thanks, man! I appreciate it! :D

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Ellen Mackenzie link

1/17/2014 02:10:46 pm

i love this outfit! simple yet stylish, perfect for a snowy day!

x

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Miche link

1/18/2014 12:01:04 am

I really need to get in on a clothing swap somehow, that sweater is amazing! I've been wearing a lot of color lately to distract from the depressing winter as well.
<a href="http://www.buttonsandbirdcages.com">Miche from Buttons and Birdcages</a>

Arianna link

1/19/2014 03:22:35 am

Wow black really suits you very well and I like the nice peach accents on the top!

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

Anna

1/20/2014 02:48:53 pm

Hey! <3 Thanks! ^_^

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Ester link

1/19/2014 07:19:08 am

I am seriously in lvoe with your boots, they're gorgeous!!

dez offril link

1/19/2014 09:48:12 am

this is an absolutely beautiful outfit!! i love your sweater

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Anna

1/20/2014 02:50:53 pm

Rad! Thanks so much! ^_^

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Rebecca link

1/19/2014 12:23:50 pm

I love that you've done all black. It really makes the pastel colored details on the sweater pop! :D

Gutted about the boots! I've already told you my modcloth 50% off sale sob story in one of my other comments so no need to repeat. Good luck finding a replacement pair! There is little in this world that gives more satisfaction than hunting and hunting and hunting high and low for the perfect pair of shoes and then thinking they simply don't exist and then suddenly - BANG! One day you find them. :D Rewards in persistence (or shoe obsession?), my friend.

-Rebecca
mn2nz.wordpress.com

Anna

1/20/2014 02:51:48 pm

Oh man, you have no idea how right you are! That moment has since come and gone, my friend and it was glorious! <3

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Angelina Stroumpouli link

1/19/2014 02:52:25 pm

You wore a total black outfit? Really?
I am so used to your colourful outfits that I can't believe it!
Still you look gorgeous, and the print makes the outfit much more interesting!

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

Anna

1/20/2014 02:53:30 pm

I know! Wtf >_< Hehe. I just had to listen to my feelings and go with it. Apparently, I wanted to be in a dark place. ;P

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Mellow Yellow link

1/20/2014 12:45:10 am

Love the unique sweater! So pretty!

Matea link

1/21/2014 07:09:57 am

amazing boots!

chantilly link

1/22/2014 03:39:34 am

the sweater is fantastic!! and i love the all-black :)

xo!!

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Hi! I'm Anna <3

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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