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Jazz Underground

7/17/2014

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There's just something about jazz that excites me. I can't really put my finger on it in a way that would allow me to explain it. I just know that when I go to a jazz club, I get the jitters. After sitting down in the darkest corner possible, getting a stiff drink from an oftentimes gorgeous server hehe and settling in to hear the most beautiful trumpet solo, I just feel like there's nowhere else in the world I'd rather be.


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Anyone who has ever been to a (really good) jazz joint knows that the atmosphere keeps you there just as much as the music. For me, it's usually the one place where I can be guaranteed that no one will look my way. I can be totally comfortable in my personal space, but still feel like I'm part of a community of like-minded individuals. Everyone's drinking, smoking, talking and laughing before and after the performances. The buzz is electric and I love that. And everyone knows that when the music begins to play, you shut the f*ck up. You pay attention; you listen to the story you're being told through the music; you respect the musicians and their craft. It's all about the music and that's the way it should be.

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Oh and you had better dress to impress! Some jazz clubs are more casual than others. I tend to gravitate toward the ones that are somewhere in between business casual and formal. Today's look fits right in the middle of that scale, I think. It's understated thanks to the black jumpsuit, but also clean and sharp with bouts of wow factor from the vintage plaid Pendleton blazer and wingtip ankle booties.

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I hadn't worn the plaid blazer in five months, so I was really happy to have a meaningful use for it. The evening was cool and breezy, so it felt just perfect wearing it. Click here to see how I styled the blazer for Winter. It seems that it fit me better back then. Haha. I think it's just because I had a vintage long sleeved thick knit turtle neck filling it out. The blazer is quite oversized, but I wanted it that way. ^_^

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For a night of good music, drinking and merriment, this was the perfect outfit. It's heavily menswear inspired and so I feel like it suited me quite well. I loved every minute of wearing this look. <3



Thrifted - Black Jumpsuit (Swap Group), Black Fedora (Buffalo Exchange - Austin),
ModCloth Wingtip Ankle Booties (Gift), ModCloth Black Satchel (Sale),
ModCloth Octopus Pendant (Gift)
& ModCloth Sheer Socks (Gift)

Good Style Shop (local) - Vintage Plaid Pendleton Blazer
c/o Shop Calico - Barred Browline Sunglasses
TIL Darling - Gold Studded Wrap Watch

♫ 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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52 Comments
M&M FASHION BITES link
7/16/2014 11:34:59 pm

Lovely bag :)

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Anna
7/17/2014 08:02:51 am

^_^

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Agnes link
7/17/2014 12:33:32 am

Fantastic plaid blazer :) Nice piece of music, thank you for sharing this <3
xoxo
http://fringiela.blogspot.com/

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Anna
7/17/2014 07:53:40 am

:D <3

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Mariah link
7/17/2014 01:00:00 am

Wow! I love the blazer. I actually have similar cropped jacket I thrifted. Of course I had to take the gigantic shoulder pads out, but I can't wait to get some use out of it. Will definitely be coming here for inspiration :)

<a href="http://theatricalitybymariah.blogspot.com">Theatricality by Mariah</a>

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Anna
7/17/2014 07:55:55 am

Speaking of, I have a brown vintage blazer with huuuge shoulder pads that I should probably cut out, but I'm afraid of what it might look like afterwards (like if the sleeves will get too long as a result). I'm such a wimp when it comes to DIY. Haha. Those shoulder pads have to go though... :P

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Kristian link
7/17/2014 01:12:39 am

I've never been to a jazz club, but you make it sound incredibly fun to go. And you look so cool with that jumpsuit paired with the wingtips!

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Anna
7/17/2014 07:58:02 am

You won't regret going! :D Not all jazz clubs are alike and some are better than others, but I think it's a good experience to have and there really is no substitute for live music. <3

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Amber link
7/17/2014 02:10:51 am

I've never been to a jazz club, but it sounds totally amazing. I'm not a big public dancer (I'd rather just watch the performance and soak it in), so any place I can go and just listen without being judged for standing still sounds like my kind of place! Plus, jazz is the bomb!

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Anna
7/17/2014 07:58:44 am

I bet I can get you to dance...hehe :D <3

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Kreyola link
7/17/2014 03:58:46 am

First of all, I'm really digging your necklace. It is too cute!!! You outfit totally fit the Jazz theme. Nice job on it =)

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Anna
7/17/2014 07:59:05 am

Thanks! *^_^* <3

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A. link
7/17/2014 05:12:36 am

I've never been to a jazz club, but this post is kinda making me want to go -- and of course I'd totally copy you and wear a jumpsuit. Because it's awesome. I'd have to wear heels, though, because I'm pretty sure I'm neither tall enough nor awesome enough to pull off such daring menswear. Keep it up! :D

love,
a

www.missdecaf.blogspot.com

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Anna
7/17/2014 08:00:27 am

You would look incredible in a jumpsuit, so please by all means! :DDD Yeah, I love menswear something fierce. I always have. Blazers especially <3

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mihaela pojogu link
7/17/2014 05:21:31 am

You rock in this jumpsuit, love the lace details, cool look!
xo
There isn't a pair that I wouldn't want in this outstanding range

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Anna
7/17/2014 08:01:11 am

Thanks so much and thanks for visiting! <333

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Rachel Dahl - ALAMODEST link
7/17/2014 06:17:19 am

Sweet! Jazz is such an intelligent music form! I must say, your clothes reflect that intelligence ;-) Found you through Chictopia. I'm listening to the Youtube video... sounds so ironic!

Rachel

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Anna
7/17/2014 08:02:12 am

Oh, hello! ^_^ Yes, I remember you! Thank you for stopping by! I'll check out your blog and say 'hello'! <3

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Marija link
7/17/2014 08:38:21 am

I love how you styled the jumpsuit, so cool! xoxo

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Rebecca link
7/17/2014 12:29:40 pm

Why am I not at all surprised that you are a Jazz enthusiast? It's been so long since I heard live jazz! I used to go once in a while when I lived in Minneapolis... Alas, no longer here at the ends of the Earth (we had a jazz club for a while. I should see if it still does jazz nights!).

The jumpsuit is totally fantastic, and suits the shoes perfectly! <3

-Rebecca
Idealism never goes out of fashion
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Anna
7/19/2014 12:39:33 pm

:DDD <3

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shauna
7/17/2014 04:09:25 pm

I'm crazy about this whole outfit, but those booties are EVERYTHING.

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Amber of Butane Anvil link
7/18/2014 04:13:13 am

YES!

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Anna
7/19/2014 12:42:32 pm

<333

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Anna
7/19/2014 12:40:25 pm

Haha, right on <3 Yeah, I really don't wear them as often as I should. I'm going to try to change that!

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Keit link
7/17/2014 06:30:07 pm

I've never liked Jazz, but I think it's mostly because I've never been to a Jazz club :D I have a feeling that if I visit one, it would change my mind.
And oh gosh, this outfit is so perfect. I love your blazer and squeal every time you wear it on the bloggy! And don't even have to say anything about the shoes, because they kick ass!

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Anna
7/19/2014 12:43:19 pm

Haha, thanks! The blazer is one of those "man, I'm so glad I did this" purchases. :D <3

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elmundooo link
7/17/2014 07:51:09 pm

Love styles which are different .....your style is different but it is soo cool and you have a really good eye for Fashion. Enjoyed your post :)

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Anna
7/19/2014 12:43:53 pm

Thanks and thank you for visiting! I'll check out your blog! <3

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Elisabet link
7/17/2014 10:24:14 pm

Love this outfit Anna, the blazer is amazing and your shoes make me fall in love ;)

http://oneusefashion.wordpress.com/

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Amber of Butane Anvil link
7/18/2014 04:12:10 am

Hat, jumpsuit, footwear - it's all so great on you!

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Anna
7/19/2014 12:44:32 pm

Aww, man. <3 Thanks so much! *^_^*

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two birds link
7/18/2014 06:05:29 am

Oh my goodness, this outfit is amazing. I love the jumpsuit on you, and you've accessorized perfectly with the blazer and hat!

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Anna
7/19/2014 12:45:04 pm

Hey! Thanks! *^_^* Good to see you again :D <3

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Masja link
7/18/2014 10:19:36 am

You look so amazing, I love the print on your blazer!

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Anna
7/20/2014 11:42:27 am

Thanks so much and thank you for stopping by! <3

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Missy May link
7/18/2014 10:13:30 pm

Love that blazer - very vintage chic! :-) Have a good weekend Anna.

missymayification.blogspot.co.uk

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Imogen link
7/18/2014 11:36:39 pm

I love the tartan jacket. I want to get something in this shade of tartan.

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nneka link
7/19/2014 03:13:32 am

One of the best ways I have seen anyone wear dungarees in a minute.
I just love it so much!

Myveryownpen.blogspot.com

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Anna
7/20/2014 11:42:53 am

Aww, thank you! *^_^* I'll stop by your blog and say, 'hello!' :D

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sharron link
7/20/2014 01:30:55 pm

Truly in love with the jumpsuit!

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Anna
7/22/2014 10:29:43 am

<3

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Carla link
7/20/2014 02:48:08 pm

OMG i LOVE this look!! I have a very similar jumpsuit to this and you've just inspired me how to wear it!! thank you!

xo, Carla
www.carlaviolet.com

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Anna
7/22/2014 10:30:17 am

Thanks so much! <3 I'm happy to have inspired you! ^_^

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Forest Pizza Bunny (Nita-Bunny) link
7/20/2014 04:11:59 pm

Live jazz is awesome. My best jazz experience was at a club called Yoshi's (San Francisco). I really can't describe why, but I lik the feeling of the vibration from a bass (I used to refer to it as a gigantic cello XD) and percussions.

-Nita-Bunny

http://thearmyofrabbits.blogspot.com/

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Anna
7/22/2014 10:30:44 am

This girl gets it. Yes. <3 Hehe

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Ellen Mackenzie link
7/20/2014 08:31:01 pm

this outfit is so awesome, your styling is so on point as always! love that jacket too

x

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Dana link
7/21/2014 09:20:43 am

You know this is so my style right?
Love it!
Was it too hot with the blazer?

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Anna
7/22/2014 10:32:04 am

Nah, dude! It was a gorgeous day. We've had an (over) abundance of them lately. Of course, now as I say that it's 90 and humid as f*ck. Haha. But yeah, I felt a little chill without the jacket, so it was perfect!

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effie link
7/21/2014 03:03:37 pm

I think you've just become my favorite gangsta! :) Gorgeous look! <3

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Sarah link
7/22/2014 01:09:44 pm

I really love how you put your own spin on this basic black jumpsuit. Your pairing with the lace top is perfect and your blazer and shoes complete this look perfectly.

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takisha link
7/25/2014 09:44:03 am

Wooow !!! You are rocking this outfit, i loooooooveeeeee your androgynous outfit.

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