Pleats, Beats & Empty Streets

4/21/2013

It appears that I have an eclectic Harajuku-esque look going on in this post. :D~ I felt cheerful and colorful, so I did my best to express those feelings. It was a lazy day and my partner and I had nowhere in particular to be. So, we went for a walk to grab coffee. I got the bright idea to bring the camera along so I could: (A) show what I wore and (B) present my partner and his fashion style to you all! So, please be as kind to him as you have been to me all of these months. Woohoo! Get ready and read on! :D

After leaving the coffee shop, we took the long way home and just walked leisurely along a lake path. There was very little traffic. It seemed like everyone was snuggled up at home and safely tucked away from the quickly dropping temperature and cold, biting winds. Of course, this translated into optimal conditions for a little photo shoot. So we walked in the direction of a nearby secluded trail. :D

I'm wearing a few new items, that I'd like to share with you. In addition to my thrifted black animal ears hat, I'm also sporting my new Chicnova brown sweater and a grey pleated skirt. I did a review about Chicnova previously, which you can see here. I got the brown sweater along with the beautiful red satchel above and a black tassel purse with a braided handle from Chicnova. The sweater is listed as "one size," but it fits me perfectly. The torso is just right on me as I'm quite tall and the sleeves are just the right length as they come down to my wrists. Perfect for my monkey arms. Heh. Its thin, perforated style makes it a great layering piece for colder climates, but also makes it wearable in the summer.

I'm also wearing a chunky mustard scarf from Forever 21. It's super long. I mean REALLY long. It's a little unwieldy at times, but that's just because I'm not entirely keen on all of the different ways to tie longer scarves. I think I need to watch a couple tutorials, then I should be good to go. :D

The picture of me below on the bench is pretty representative of how I would normally spend my free time. I've got my iGrado headphones (which totally rock) and my iPod and I'm set. The only thing that is missing is a book. I could sit there and read for hours or at least until it became too cold for me to stay.

I like to bring music with me everywhere I go. I listen to music all day at home and I try to listen to it whenever possible while I'm working. Music really is everything to me. It makes life worth living.

Anyway, I thought I'd share one of the songs I was listening to when this photo was taken. :P If you want to get to know me better, check out my music blog. Sometimes, I'm not very good at expressing myself with words, so I use music as a way of compensating for my intermittent social ineptitude.

And now the moment you've all (probably, maybe? actually I have no idea) been waiting for. Haha.
I guess I'm getting a little personal here, but I want to share this part of my life with you guys.

So, this is my partner, Colin. He's from Canada and he's one of the coolest people I've ever met.
We've known each other for 10 years and he is truly the best friend I could ever hope to have.

As you can see, Colin dresses for comfort. Hehe. Though I would gladly sacrifice warmth for style, he makes no such concessions. I really liked what he chose to wear and I asked him if he minded if I showed off his style to my followers. He said it was OK, but he was SO nervous. I felt so bad... like I had frightened a puppy or something. Haha. I guess I had blindsided him with this, but he was a good sport and I liked being on the other side of the camera and focusing on someone else, for a change.

Colin doesn't really think he has a sense of style, but I think he does. The double breasted trench looks amazing and the "dog ear" lapels are such a nice touch. It makes the coat look effortlessly chic, whether it is worn open or closed. Colin's Threadless shirt basically shows off his nerdy side. He's incredibly intelligent and he has quite the love affair with science. So, it's no surprise that he's wearing a t-shirt depicting an infinite universe. He disdains skinny jeans. Hehe. So, he's wearing a pair of Levi's that are structured, but comfortably loose along with one of his favorite pairs of Saucony's. =)

Yep. This is my life. Thanks for being interested in it and, as always, thank you for your kindness!

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Colin's Threads:

Threadless - "The Universe Cycle" T-Shirt
Zappos - Saucony Jazz Sneakers
Express - Double Breasted Long Coat
Levi's - Original Fit Blue Jeans in Aged Perfect

Anna's Garb:

Thrifted - Animal Ears Hat, Sparrow Necklace & Black Gloves
Tobi - Everly Military Inspired Epaulette Cardigan in Cobalt
Chicwish - "Dots & Snowflakes" Tights
Chicnova - Brown Sweater & Red Satchel
Forever 21 - Mustard Tassel Scarf
UrbanOG - Short Black Boots

25 Comments

Keit link

4/21/2013 09:06:13 pm

I love your life :D Colin actually looks quite cool, not to mention his flattering coat and nerdy t-shirt. You have to see my bf, he dresses like he's going to some yard to dig potatoes, horrible :D But I find it weird when most men pay more attention to their looks then me, so I'm happy with his crappy style :D
You look absolutely lovely as always. I have almost the same looong scarf from LaRedoute. Adore yellow and blue combinations and yours rocks! ^_^

Anna

4/22/2013 07:26:01 am

Bahahaha..omg. That whole digging potatoes thing gave me such great visuals. :D I would imagine that when the two of you go out, he always looks severely under-dressed? ;P I find that I'm always a little bit too snazzy looking. Maybe Colin and I need to coordinate better, so we both look like we're going to the same place. Hehe. ;)

I love LaRedoute! <3 I used to buy from them alllllll the time when they had a US on-line store, but they closed it down. =/~

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Sian

4/22/2013 03:56:31 am

Beautiful post and loved that you shared a personal part by showing off the bf and he defo does have a certain style :) I am as always in love with your look the pleated skirt is gorgeous.

<a href="http://stylewithfriends.blogspot.co.uk">Style With Friends</a>

Anna

4/22/2013 07:28:00 am

Thanks, Sian! <3 He was nervous about me posting this, but I assured him that all of my readers are super sweet and that they would only have nice things to say about him. Thank you for proving me right!

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Kristian link

4/22/2013 05:08:49 am

I like the flippy grey skirt you have! So fun!

Also, it is fun to "meet" the people in other bloggers' lives, so Hi to Colin!

www.withoutastyle.com

Anna

4/22/2013 07:30:26 am

Yeah, I love this skirt too and the price was perfect! I've seen the exact same skirt elsewhere for twice as much. Nectar's prices are much more reasonable, IMO.

I will tell Colin you said 'Hi'! <3

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Katherine link

4/22/2013 11:56:23 am

Layers and layers galore! It looks like you're still getting a bit of cold weather over there right? But anyhow, this look is totally adorable, especially your hat. Especially love your accordion skirt!
Also, we love Colin's peacoat - very fresh!

Anna

4/22/2013 04:46:24 pm

Ahh..Haha. Yeah. Some days are gorgeous and sunny, some days it just rains all day and some days it just overcast, cold and windy. It's a real pain. Heh. Thanks, guys! <3

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Rebecca link

4/22/2013 03:12:19 pm

Ohmigod you guys are totally adorbs! :D (as is your skirt, btw!)

Anna

4/22/2013 04:47:16 pm

<3 *^_^* <3

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Mon Cherries link

4/23/2013 07:12:24 am

I love the way you put all this layers together and mix colors.
You look really cute in this cap :)

Anna

4/23/2013 03:59:20 pm

Thanks! <3

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em link

4/23/2013 10:31:57 am

I really like how comfortable this outfit looks. Is that skirt the same kind of fabric as that longer orange one? I need to find some soft knit skirts but I'm always worried that the pleats will get funked up after washing :/ I think this is one of my favorite looks so far :D
btw - C-dawg in the house! (Oh my god, I sound like Randy Jackson....) Nice inclusion of the dude haha.

Anna

4/23/2013 04:04:21 pm

Hahaha.. ahh. You've always had a way with words. :D~ Makes me smile lots. Dude, this outfit was totally comfy! The grey skirt has a nice weight to it. It's a thick material and it holds the pleats really well. It's not the same texture as the orange pleated skirt from ASOS. Though, they are both soft to the touch.

At less than $20, I'd say just buy it if you like it. Nectar's return policy is pretty good and hassle free. Just be warned that the skirt is kind of on the short side. Message me if you want some measurements! :D

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Olivia link

4/23/2013 11:15:09 am

This is so cute! I love the layering of your outfit-You look so cozy and warm! I am in love with your tights.
Hugs & Kisses,
Olivia

Anna

4/23/2013 04:17:26 pm

Hey, Olivia! Thanks so much! <3 I checked out your blog and I think your outfits are really cute! I'm your newest follower on Bloglovin'! :D

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Sunny link

4/23/2013 12:23:53 pm

New to your blog and wondering where this blog has been all my fashion life. Love your outfit and Colin's duds look awesome, especially that coat. My fiance and I never look like we're going to the same place. Plus my idea of men's fashion doesn't match his. Hahaha.

Anna

4/23/2013 05:00:22 pm

Oh my gosh, you are too sweet. Thank you! <3 *^_^* Yeah, I know right? I have a very "English" fashion sense when it comes to menswear. I'm always trying to get Colin to wear something tweed and with elbow patches. The thing is, he's totally down with that style for the most part, he just refuses to spend the necessary coin. ;) He'd rather have fun gadgets than super nice threads. *shrugs* He's a geek! That's one of the reasons why I think he's so awesome, though. :D

Speaking of geeks! When I read the url of your website, I gasped, if you can actually gasp in your mind, and thought 'Lain!' Haha :DDD One of my favorite animes of all time. Then I went to your blog and it was all about anime. Awesomeness! o^__^o

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A. link

4/23/2013 02:21:54 pm

Ok, so, true story:

I was on blogspot after being away from it for a day or so, and as I was scrolling through the blogs I follow, I didn't see you for a long time and I sorta freaked out. I was like "DID SHE DELETE HER THING OR WHAT OR OH MY GOD" and then I found you and I think I might have some separation anxiety or something.

ok, fashiony part:

first off, I love all the colors in this outfit. Very cheery and not-winter-esque. And the scarf is perfect (coming from a scarf addict). And the hat is perfect. Ah, screw it; I just love this whole thing.

And THAT'S your Mister? Where have you been hiding him? ;)

love,
a

www.missdecaf.blogspot.com

Anna

4/23/2013 05:11:59 pm

Hahaha..ah man. Your comments always make me either laugh or smile or both. I always look forward to them. :P So, after reading about your panic attack, I'm thinking (a) don't get kidnapped while out taking pics of yourself, because there are people out there who will actually start to worry about you if you don't post on your blog for more than seven days heh and (b) sh*t, I better keep posting interesting stuff every week, because if I don't I'm not going to be much different from yesterday's trash.

Sooo, I feel this mix of 'hey, that's so cool' and 'omfg, I better stay relevant.' I dunno. I don't take such grand compliments well... not at all, you see.. *^_^*

Yeah, that's my Mister Man. My partner in crime. The one person I can always count on to play video games with me until 4 AM in the morning. :D <3

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Anna

4/29/2013 05:11:36 am

omg, what happened to my little bunny..

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there we go. <3

Annika Victoria link

4/27/2013 05:26:59 pm

This is such a cool outfit! I saw it on modcloth's style gallery and had to pop over here and tell you how cute I thought it was, seeing as you won't know that I "loved" it on modcloth ;) Channelling harajuku is always the way to go.

Anna

4/29/2013 05:13:22 am

Thanks! *^_^* <3

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Chrissi link

5/5/2013 05:35:42 am

I love Colin's coat and shirt! That's awesome that he let you turn the camera on him...what a good sport :)

Anna

5/5/2013 02:11:20 pm

Thanks! <3

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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.

もし、あなたは日本語が話せる、あたしに日本語で話て下さい！練習が必要だ！*^_^*

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