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Save The Drama For Your Llama

4/21/2016

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Let me just say that people have the right to look at whoever or whatever they want. I know that and I respect that. Yet, I still harbor this irrational need to be free of prying eyes when I go out. >_< Sometimes, I'll put an outfit together in the hopes that people notice and appreciate it. Other times, I realize that I look different/out of the ordinary, but in the back of my mind, I hope people don't stare.

It's a strange dichotomy. I know. The thing is, staring is much different from looking. I felt this very intensely on the day that I wore this outfit. I got so many lingering and frequent stares at the brunch spot my partner and I went to. It got to the point where it was difficult to eat. I almost wished we had gotten the food to go and just ate it on our patio. =[ There's an art to admiring from afar. Not everyone has mastered that art, however. It can cross the line into the realm of just being rude and judgmental.


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Yep. Thanks for making me feel weird while I'm trying to eat, you guys! O_o o_O Heh. That being said, on the walk home, a runner spotted me and smiled. He kept smiling the entire time he was looking at me, too. Haha. It was a very warm smile, though, as if I had brightened his day. So, that was nice. <3


Anyway, as you can see, I went the dapper school girl route. :P I drew inspiration from the rather distinguished llama socks, hence the navy/grey color scheme. I think that the socks really make the outfit. I noticed a lot of people looking down at my feet, among other places. Heh. I kept things simple with a white vintage blouse, grey/white polka dot bow tie and pleated grey skirt. The navy pea coat came in handy in the late morning, but by mid-afternoon I had discarded it as it warmed up quite a bit.



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Despite all of the weirdness from people, I did enjoy wearing this outfit. It made me happy. ^_^ There are a lot of little details in it that I enjoy and I think it represents me quite well. It's quirky, fun, interesting, a little dapper, but still manages to avoid looking overly formal and serious. Hope you enjoy it! <3



Thrifted - Black Fedora, Vintage White Blouse, Men's Grey/White
Polka Dot Bow Tie (Forever 21) & Brown Wingtip Oxfords (Gift)
Warby Parker - Notched Key Hole Glasses in Tortoise
c/o Jollychic - Navy Double Breasted Pea Coat
c/o Sock It To Me
- Llama Socks


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17 Comments
Karolina link
4/21/2016 05:10:55 am

I live in a small city so I really know what you mean - people are staring at me even if I'm wearing plain black jeans and jacket, just with no reason.
You look really cute and even quite elegant, I guess it's these socks that make it so edgy!

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Anna
4/24/2016 12:41:03 pm

Hehe. My guess is that you have a "presence" about you. There's something that attracts people to you that goes beyond what you're wearing. I would say that's definitely a good thing, though! :D

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Gemma link
4/21/2016 10:53:13 am

I love this look! I was thinking about people staring the other day. I think most times they are interested and want a closer look, but just haven't mastered the art of sublety!

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Anna
4/24/2016 12:41:44 pm

Hehe. Right on. Thanks! I appreciate the visit, too! <3

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Frannie Pantz link
4/21/2016 11:02:20 am

I feel the same way! Glad I am not alone! Love love LOVE the bowtie. There is a lawyer here in Colorado that wears a bowtie everyday and she is just the coolest!

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Anna
4/24/2016 12:43:05 pm

Omgosh. I feel like I need to meet this woman. <333 For some reason, people just go crazy when a woman wears a bow tie. It's like we're destroying the very fabric of the universe. Heh.

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Lee link
4/21/2016 11:28:33 am

I LOVE this look! I definitely know the feeling of people giving you weird glances about what you're wearing. I feel especially uncomfortable about it when I'm taking blog photos with my tripod! But this outfit is so cute - I am loving those socks!

Lee - leethrifts.com

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Anna
4/24/2016 12:43:44 pm

Hehe. Yeah. Creepers be creepin' yo. Thanks! <3

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lindwormmm link
4/21/2016 03:35:44 pm

this outfit made me happy too :D you're such a cute school boy/girl in this look <3 awws <3

loved the story about that runner >w< so cute! made me feel so warm and lovely!
I feel the same way as you do about people who stare rudely. They suck D:
but it's awesome that lovely people exist too :D yay!

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Anna
4/24/2016 12:44:06 pm

Aww! Thanks so much! <3 ^_^ <3

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Noelle link
4/21/2016 06:11:16 pm

Ugh. Every time I walk into a place I get the once over from everyone. I don't mind if you through me a smile after. Just...stop making me feel abnormal! I just work hard not to notice or look for reactions. If I make a decided effort not to let it bother me then it lessens the burden.

Personally, I wanna hitch a ride with your llamas because they look like they're having a pretty stellar time.

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Anna
4/24/2016 12:45:28 pm

Hehe. Yeah, man. I wonder if people are aware of what their faces look like when they stare. It can be...creepy. I should start taking photos of them and be like, 'Hey, man. This is how you were looking at me, earlier. Kinda messed up. Might wanna check that.' Heh.

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Denise link
4/23/2016 04:39:53 pm

I know, people do stare, but maybe because they like your style, not because they are being judgemental? I think so, cause I like your style. Loved the socks, the shoes and the sweet skirt! The tie is also sweet - I really like that you look fresh, playful and I like it! Hope you have a lovely weekend!
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Anna
4/24/2016 12:45:59 pm

<333

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Missy May link
4/24/2016 04:24:26 pm

Haha...I get what you mean. Some staring can be awkward I must say.
You look very cute though.

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Jen link
4/24/2016 11:22:54 pm

I love this outfit so very much. It's complexly simple :D <3

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Maeva link
4/25/2016 12:11:02 pm

What a cute look! Loving that preppy style. The skirt is so nice! x
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