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Orange Marmalade

4/22/2014

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Oh you know. I'm just getting in touch with my inner Englishman, today. Haha. :D I'm also showing some bare leg! o_O O_o I was going to wear my faux over-the-knee sock tights and black flats, but I thought that would be playing it safe. I've never worn socks and sandal together. I didn't really know that there was a thing until I had discovered some bloggers who had worn them with varied success.

I thought that combination would give the look a vintage charm, so I decided to try it out. I felt awkward having so much of my skin exposed, but as you probably already know, I'm not that fond of wearing shorts without tights or something underneath. People say I've got nice gams or whatever, but I'm still self-conscious about them. *shrug* We all have something about ourselves that we don't like, right?

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I'm pretty sure socks with sandals is OK, if you're a girl. A dude wearing socks with sandals just looks like a complete idiot. Hehe. So, at least that bit of gender bias works out in our favor, yeah? :D

Anyway, check out my new scarf, brah! It was designed in Spain and it has various game pieces printed all over it. It's so cute and I love the colors. ^_^ I received it through my clothing swap group, but the scarf was for sale on ModCloth. You can see the product photos here and get better views of the print.

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The only other new thing I'm sporting are these slotted sandal flats. I had been looking for a staple pair of brown flats and these are perfect. They're casual, but chic at the same time. I like the almond color and the gills on either side of the shoe. The soles are padded, too. So, they're very comfortable!

The other bits of my outfit have been worn previously. You last saw the orange sweater here, the high waisted corduroy shorts here and the almond herringbone blazer here, among other posts. :P


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You know, it was totally supposed to rain the day these photos were taken. It was overcast and there were drizzles here and there. So, that's why I brought the umbrella. However, as soon as the photo shoot ended, I swear to Zeus, the clouds parted. All of a sudden there was an abundance of sunshine and the sky was a bright blue. The rest of the day turned out to be just wonderful weather-wise.

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So, after grabbing a quick bite, we rushed home to put up our solar powered deck lights. Hehe. I had taken them down and put them in a box since last Fall. Now that it's actually starting to warm up, I'm looking forward to sitting outside on the weekends and waiting for it to get dark so I can see those twinkling star lights. They make me so happy. I don't know, man. It's the little things, right? <3


Thrifted - Almond Herringbone Blazer (Swap Group), Black Fedora (Buffalo Exchange
- Austin), Raincloud Print Umbrella, ModCloth Scarf (Swap Group), ModCloth
Corduroy Shorts
(Swap Group), Oatmeal Socks (Cotton On),
ModCloth Sandals

(Gift), ModCloth Bicycle Necklace (Gift) & ModCloth Braided Satchel (Sale)

c/o Jollychic - Orange Sweater w/ Crochet Collar
Chicwish -
Gold Gilded Belt Bracelet in Cream

TIL Darling - Braided Wrap Watch in Cream

♫ 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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38 Comments
Keit link
4/21/2014 06:54:42 pm

I like your sassy legs! Why don't you like them? They're dah bomb!
And the new sandals are adorable. They're such an original piece and look quite vintage! Loving the socks as well, and agreed, men with socks & sandals- a NO NO! :D
When we usually take photos there's an abundance of people EVERYWHERE! When we end shooting, people just disappear magically! :D

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Anna
4/22/2014 05:06:38 am

Haha, thanks! *^_^* Yeah, I know right? What is up with nosy people? The day these photos were taken, my partner told me that a group of like 5 or 6 people who were crossing the street stopped to stare at us. It was when that first photo was taken. My back was turned so I never saw them, but I told him we could move around back to the alley for a little more privacy. About 10 minutes later, the group walked around the building and tramped through the alley. None of them made eye contact with me, though. It was....weird. Haha. My partner just stood there holding his camera with a WTF look on his face. I just smiled and waited for them to go away. People be crazy, yo. <3 Anyway, it's times like those that make me glad I had someone with me. I get nervous being in secluded areas by myself with expensive equipment. Heh.

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Magda link
4/21/2014 11:18:31 pm

Oh my God, you look so cute! I love the sweater. You can still surprise and that is the best thing here on your blog:-)

And I like your... sense of happiness and finding simple things nice and important.

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Anna
4/22/2014 05:09:04 am

Aww, thank you so much! <3333

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Talitha link
4/21/2014 11:19:22 pm

Oh Em Gee that scarf is amazeballs...it has Dominoes on it!!

Anyhoo, love the colour combinations you have, orange with the gorgeous blue and the tan of your bag, belt and sandals - nicely done.

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Anna
4/22/2014 05:10:12 am

Dominoes! Yay! <3 :DDD Thank you for the kind words, always!

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Colour Me In link
4/21/2014 11:59:18 pm

This outfit! Perfect! I'm loving your sandals x

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Anna
4/22/2014 05:10:45 am

Hey! Thanks! *^_^* <3

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Kristian link
4/22/2014 12:48:41 am

I like the scarf- it is a neat pattern- but think I like the outfit even better without it because you can see the orange sweater and that contrasts beautifully with the shorts.

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Anna
4/22/2014 05:12:51 am

Agreed! I felt like the scarf and blazer made a perfect pairing, but once I arrive at my destination and hang the blazer and scarf on the back of my chair, the real underlying outfit shines. I love bright coral and deep navy, too! <3

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Look of The Day link
4/22/2014 01:15:55 am

Such a pretty and super charming outfit! You have very original style, I liked your denim shorts, and you styled this piece beautifully! <3

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Anna
4/22/2014 05:15:13 am

Hey, Zhanna! Thank you so much and thanks for stopping by! <3 I'll visit your blog and say 'hello' properly! ^_^

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Lindsey link
4/22/2014 01:24:27 am

You look like a teddy girl! I love it! Adorbs. And surprisingly, I think the socks work as well. Who knew...? MIght have to give this look a go myself! :)
xoxo, Lindsey Dish
<a href="http://thebeltedpear.blogspot.com">thebeltedpear.blogspot.com</a>

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Anna
4/22/2014 05:18:02 am

I admit, I had to look that one up, but once I did, I came to realize that you just gave me the best compliment ever! Haha <3

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Miche link
4/22/2014 01:47:12 am

Woahh, it has been awhile since I've seen you show some leg on here ;) Love those shorts though and glad to see its warming up!
<a href="http://www.buttonsandbirdcages.com">Miche from Buttons and Birdcages</a>

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Dipty
4/22/2014 01:52:56 am

Oh that necklace is beautiful! Where is it from?

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Anna
4/22/2014 05:21:13 am

Crap! I completely forgot to put that item in my product list! Thank you for pointing that out. I'll fix that now! I know the necklace was sold at ModCloth and at TIL Darling at one point. I can never remember which place I bought it from. I usually just take a guess and go with that for my product lists. Heh.

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MaKenzie Godso link
4/22/2014 02:04:11 am

Yes! I love this, and socks with sandals (so true that it only works out with us girls haha)

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Lara link
4/22/2014 04:16:03 am

Your legs are great, I can't see why you should be conscious! Another awesome outfit you are wearing.. very sophisticated yet original :). The scarf is very awesome, love the print!

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Anna
4/23/2014 07:00:09 am

<3 *^_^* <3

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Suzanne link
4/22/2014 04:18:23 am

The scallop edge detail on those shorts is fantastic!

Agreed about the socks and sandals thing is only for women. ; )

bisous
Suzanne

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Stella link
4/22/2014 08:14:03 am

Wow! I love your look! These pants are amazing!! You are so adorably!

♥ www.sugarpopfashion.com ♥

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effie link
4/22/2014 09:22:48 am

A dude wearing socks with sandals just looks like a complete idiot. Hehe. - OMG, I can't stop laughing!!! :D you pulled off socks and sandals combo perfectly (still look smart:))

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Anna
4/23/2014 07:01:06 am

Thank, man! :DDD <3

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Alexis link
4/22/2014 11:51:32 am

Hey girl,
I just stumbled upon your blog. I LOVE your style. I'll definitely be back here to check out what you're doing. Keep up the nice work.
I hope you read this!

xoxo
Alexis
http://thosethreads.com

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Anna
4/23/2014 07:01:55 am

Rad! Thank you so much! I'll stop by and say ' hello'! :D <3

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Nina Nelson link
4/22/2014 12:44:10 pm

Toooo cute! Love the blazer and the bicycle necklace especially. :D

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Jackie link
4/22/2014 03:27:08 pm

I LOVE this look!! I'm actually so jealous those shorts look so good on you. I tried a similar pair on the other day, and don't think I could have ever tried something on that was less flattering than they were. *sigh*

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

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Anna
4/23/2014 07:07:48 am

I hear you. Despite people regarding me as "rail thin" (I get it alll the time and these people are just so, so wrong. Haha. I don't know where they get their information), there are some garments that just look horrible on me no matter how much I love them and want to wear them. I have an odd body shape (very small, almost skeletal on top and then sort of pear shaped on the bottom - lots of junk in the trunk and pronounced hips). This makes for a nice hour glass shape, I guess, but I find that low riding jeans never fit me properly. There's always a gap, so high waisted jeans look best on me. Low riding shorts and really short shorts look horrible on me. They slip down in the back when I sit down and the legs pinch me because I have big runner thighs. So I love high waisted shorts with bigger leg holes like the one I'm wearing in the photos. It's just so much more flattering and comfortable. It's all about knowing what works best for your body type, you know? I bet you would look darling in a pair of high waisted shorts with longer legs. I forget what they're called, but they almost look like a skirt when worn. I LOVE those! <3 I haven't been able to find a good pair, yet though. :3

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Elisabet link
4/23/2014 12:19:53 am

Love the idea to wear sandals with socks. On you looks great! Love your shorts and sweater, lovely ;)
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skye link
4/23/2014 03:46:34 am

You are the MASTER of tying scarves. How come I never get them looking so prim?

I love all of this. You have a knack for eclectic looks that somehow pull together. I like how the color scheme in the sweater & collar echoes the socks & sandals.

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Anna
4/23/2014 07:13:50 am

Hahaha, dude. I am TERRIBLE at wrapping scarves. It takes me forever to find a configuration that doesn't look sloppy or weird. I have to watch Youtube videos about scarf tying. I'm pretty bad. Haha. With this scarf, I simply doubled it and then slipped it through the middle opening. Fairly simple from what I can gather (thankfully, because I'm not sure how else to tie it, yet heh). I thought that it would look nice tied that way and tucked into the jacket kind of like an ascot. :P Look at me being all self-deprecating and shiz. Sorry. You're so kind! Thank you! <3

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Pip
4/23/2014 02:55:54 pm

Those are great shorts Anna and I love the knee highs and shoes with this outfit so much! Hope you are doing well dear! xoxo
<a href="http://easyoutfitsbypip.blogspot.com">xx Easy Outfits, by Pip</a>

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Qing Pineda link
4/24/2014 01:08:59 pm

Can I steal your outfit because it screams my name! Haha!

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Grace H link
4/25/2014 04:06:15 am

Such a cute look! Before I even read your comments, I said to myself "she looks like she belongs in England." That scarf is adorable, I'm just a little jealous...

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Missy May link
4/25/2014 08:52:55 am

Is that how you stand or its part of the pose? (just curious, hehe!) I've noticed this posture in a lot of your posts - something edgy abt it. This is such a cute outfit. I just love your vintage pieces. That jacket is lovely.

missymayification.blogspot.co.uk

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Sheena Dersidan link
5/1/2014 04:27:46 pm

I adore your attention to detail. This outfit is sweet, quirky, romantic, feminine, warm and delightful! Another hit for sure.

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Rebecca link
5/2/2014 11:08:20 pm

Doing some catching up here... :D

LOVE this outfit. The details are totally perfect. The belt, the penny farthing necklace, the lace collar - totally adorable! I honestly can't convey how much I love this look.

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