Resistance Is Futile

12/3/2013

I'm feeling sassy, this week! Haha <3 I tried to imagine what a post-apocalyptic saloon would look like in an utterly dystopian world and then I just kind of crafted my outfit with that image in mind. :D I can totally see myself busting through saloon doors wearing this with an old musket strapped to my back while wielding a sword. "Vodka on the rocks. Oh, who am I kidding, there hasn't been fresh water in ages!" The bar erupts in laughter and I enjoy my vodka straight up, giving all who enter shifty eyes.

I guess I'm living up to the "Queen of Layering" moniker with this particular style, though everything I'm wearing you have seen in a previous post, except my Threadless t-shirt which you can see in better detail below. Yes, it is possible to wear a t-shirt in Fall/Winter! :D OK, so we've got my black zipper jacket and underneath that is my thrifted vintage floral blazer, t-shirt and white blouse with gold metal tipped lapels. Underneath all of that, I wore a thin thermal long sleeved top and another long sleeved top over that. Haha. Yeah. I was nice and warm up top. The chilly bit for me was my thighs. ;D

These tights are not really for the faint at heart. They were meant to be seen with their faux suspender design and glittery gold details. They were called the "All Things That Glitter Tights" on ModCloth, and quite frankly, I just don't think this outfit would have been the same without it. It needed that edge.

Also, you can probably make out a bit of snow in the corner of this photo. Yes, it actually snowed! Bah! >_< The area I'm standing in for the photos has been well salted and you can probably see the salt chunks on the ground. So, whatever snow had accumulated in this area didn't really stand a chance.

The wind was not on my side when I took these photos. >_< The back of my asymmetrical waterfall skirt kept flapping in the breeze so it looks like I'm just wearing a short skirt in the first photo. Hence, I've included the side and back views so you can see the skirt a little bit better. It's one of my favorites!

Oh, dear.. am I actually looking into the camera, here? o_O O_o I did feel a little bit like a bad ass in this outfit, so maybe that had something to do with my sudden bout of confidence. Haha. And of course the wind is flapping my skirt again. Bah! Anyway, I'm very happy with how this turned out. I think I did right by the vision I had in my mind at the time. I started with the t-shirt first and everything just kind of came together. Plus, this outfit has something for everyone: studs, glitter, suspenders, florals, metal tips and robots mercilessly destroying some random city! I mean, come now. Who doesn't like robots? :P

Here you can see the Threadless shirt in more delicious detail! I've worn and washed this shirt many times and the print still looks fabulous. You can't really see the entire shirt here, but there's a part of it that says "tasukete" in hiragana. It means, "help!" in Japanese. The name of the shirt is "New World Order" on the website, if you'd like to check it out and see crisper high resolution photos of the print!

Thrifted - Vintage Floral Blazer (Swap Group), Black Gloves, Black Hat (Buffalo
Exchange - Austin), ModCloth Satchel (Sale) & Gold Studded Belt (Cotton On)
ModCloth - Leipzig Hoodie in Black & All Things That Glitter Tights
Forever 21 - Sleeveless White Blouse With Gold Metal Tipped Lapels
Chicwish - Asymmetrical Waterfall Skirt in Noir
Threadless - "New World Order" T-Shirt
UrbanOG - Short Black Boots

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

32 Comments

Lindsey Dish link

12/2/2013 07:14:44 pm

Dude! I'm not even lying, I wore an outfit yesterday that made me think of post apocalypse, too! I was wearing my riding boots with a summer sundress that had the high-low hem like your skirt. Cool beans!
Love the t-shirt and the tights - those are so bad ass. And the little touch of metallic on the collar!
xoxo, Lindsey Dish
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Lara Lizard link

12/2/2013 07:26:06 pm

A lovely outfit.. uuh I love that tee!!! And the skirt! And the tights!! Sorry if I ape you and get the same tee! xxx

Anna

12/5/2013 04:17:19 am

Hahaha, you can ape me, dude. I'd love to see how you wear it! :D

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skye link

12/2/2013 11:00:47 pm

I love outfits with stories behind them, and yours is so well-crafted that it makes this ensemble all the better. There's definitely a steampunk edge to a lot of your creations, so the saloon element is the perfect touch.

Kristian link

12/2/2013 11:09:04 pm

Ha! I saw the first photo and was juuuust thinking "She always does layering so well. I wonder if it would be weird if I told her it seemed dytopian future ish?"

And then those two qualities are exactly what you talk about. Clearly, you hit your goal on the head! Fantastic, and creative.

Anna

12/5/2013 04:18:09 am

Rad! Thanks, Kristian! Means a lot! <3

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Petra link

12/2/2013 11:34:58 pm

Love your jacket!

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Anna

12/5/2013 04:19:31 am

Hey! Thanks so much and thanks for visiting! ^_^

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MaKenzie Godso link

12/3/2013 01:22:10 am

OMG those stockings are beautiful and so is the blazer, love this!!! <3

Dominique link

12/3/2013 03:39:57 am

You are the Goddess of Layering. New moniker perhaps? Lol. There is absolutely nothing like you out here in the blogosphere, which so refreshing. :)

- Dominique Jazell
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Jenny Lee link

12/3/2013 05:16:43 am

Brilliant concept and execution! I love everything about this but especially the tee with the collar poking out! I think I need to poach your approach (ugh, don't mind me. I can't help myself sometimes) and try story boarding my outfits. I feel like it might take some of the drudgery out of getting dressed on those days I hate everything I put on. You're ever an inspiration! <3

Anna

12/5/2013 04:23:22 am

Oh, it's OK man! Please do! I have a very active imagination. It's been like that since I was a kid. I used to write 100 page short stories in middle school that were inspired by fantasy books I was reading at the time. Prior to that I used to write short stories in elementary school about my class mates and share them with the class. I think I spent more time day dreaming than learning back then, but I still managed to ace all my classes. Haha. As long as I did well in school, my parents didn't really seem to care too much about what I did in my spare time. ;)

Anyways, I can't help but add a theatrical component to my styles every now and again. It breathes new life into my wardrobe. Sometimes it's just really boring being me ALL the time. ;P

I look forward to hearing the stories you have to tell!

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Sonya Mann link

12/3/2013 07:27:59 am

Definitely queen of layering! I like the steampunk feel :)

Pip

12/3/2013 07:38:10 am

You look great! Love how you compared this look to the Saloon! LOL! Great mix and the blazer is incredible on you!
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effie link

12/3/2013 11:31:23 am

That blazer looks amazing on you! Love it <3

Rebecca link

12/3/2013 11:31:54 am

I'm still voting the title of Empress of Layering, myself. :D I adore the belt. And you already know I love the blazer, so I'm pleased to see that it has made another appearance!

-Rebecca
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Olivia link

12/3/2013 12:06:37 pm

What a lovely floral-y patch-y blaxer! So you! Rockin' it as usal:)
Hugs & Kisses,
Olivia

Sheena link

12/3/2013 12:27:47 pm

I love your fearless, adventurous fashion spirit! Rock on!

Anna

12/5/2013 04:25:14 am

:DDD <3

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Imogen link

12/3/2013 04:44:36 pm

So beautiful, the jacket is very lovely.

Anna

12/5/2013 04:27:13 am

Thanks so much! ^_^ I appreciate you stopping by! I'll be sure to check out your blog and say 'hello!' :D

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Ellen Mackenzie link

12/3/2013 05:21:31 pm

hahaha i love your little story/inspiration for this outfit! so perfect, you would definitely rock the post apocalyptic fashion world ;)
amazing outfit as always!

x

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Keit

12/3/2013 07:33:28 pm

I'm sure there is that one person out there, who doesn't like robots :D
The flapping of the skirt looks quite majestic to be honest :D Your scenerio of "vodka on the rocks" reminded me of "Cowboys vs Aliens" for some reason :D Love the thighs- so sexe!
Btw, I was meaning to ask you. Did you get my letter on Chictopia? I'm not pressuring you for an answer or anything,I was just wondering whether you received it at all O_O

Anna

12/4/2013 06:12:27 am

Oh my gosh! Sorry, sorry, sorry! I will reply to you! I hardly ever check that inbox!

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Amber link

12/4/2013 03:17:18 am

I'm loving the t-shirt/blouse/blazer combination (:

Jae link

12/4/2013 04:13:27 am

Wow, you look so fabulous here! I am in love with those tights!!!

Anna

12/5/2013 04:29:19 am

Rad! Thanks man! Loved your new glasses by the way! They look fantastic on you! <3

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miha link

12/4/2013 07:24:33 am

haha, love the story behind this ensemble and loving the result as well <

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Anna

12/5/2013 04:30:55 am

Hey there! Thanks so much! :D I'm happy to check out your blog!

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Ashley link

12/4/2013 07:55:59 am

Ha, who doesn't love a good theme!? You've got quite the imagination and it's definitely paying off. This look is perfect. You really are a pro. I can't get enough of your layering. Teach me your ways!!

xo Ashley
thetiniestfirecracker.com

Dana link

12/4/2013 12:49:14 pm

Ooooh snap!
I heart those tights and that t shirt! I'm feeling pretty inspired right now :-)

Shannon link

12/8/2013 09:38:54 am

Love your style!! That jacket is amazing!!

<3 Shannon
upbeatsoles.blogspot.com

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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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