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The Devil's In The Details

5/14/2015

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Hello, hello. <3 ^_^ <3 If you're a stickler for details, you are in for a treat! I'm afraid that I chose some very light fabrics and that, plus amateur photography skills, leaves this photo washed out. >_< Don't worry, though, bros! I have many close ups of buckles, scallops, pleats, lace, tassels and more! :P

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Ahhh, where to begin? Let's start with what I did on top. I took a sleeveless navy blue top with a pink collar and layered a beautiful mixed pattern blouse over it. I only wanted the pink collar, you see, but I also got the added bonus of highlighting the block of sheer fabric in the blouse. The blouse is so special in my eyes, because of the crinkled, delicate fabric; the mix of stripes with different widths; the mixed lace patterns in the middle and the finely trimmed mandarin collar. Best thrift find ever! <3

The darling vintage pleated skirt is another fantastic thrift find from last year. I had to get it tailored when it arrived, because the waist was too loose and I wanted to wear it high waisted. By the time I got around to getting it cinched, it was too cold to wear it. =[~  So, I've been waiting and waiting to wear this beauty. Finally, the day arrived! ^_^ It's so girly with its soft pastel floral print, but I love it. Can't help it.

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Sometimes, you just fall in love and you can't explain why you feel the way that you do. That's how I feel about this skirt. :P I must divide my affection and shower this hot air balloon necklace with warm fuzzies, as well. :D I couldn't resist adding it to the outfit, because it has the perfect pastel colors in it. Maybe that means I'm being match-matchy or whatever, but I'll take any excuse to wear this necklace. It's so delicate that I'm always worried about breaking it. As result, I've worn it sparingly. :F The craftsmanship and the attention to detail are impressive. Can you see the jewels above the basket?

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I was going to wear a brown bag, but I feel like I wear brown and black bags really often. Maybe too often. The thing is, I only have a handful of colorful bags and I only have maybe a dozen handbags total. I know. What the f*ck kind of woman, am I? Unbelievable. Heh. The thing is, I *want* more colorful bags. I would love to have that variety, but I just don't have a lot of disposable income, at the moment.

I need to spend money on other things, so I just have to make do with what I have.
If wearing the same bag in every other style post annoys you, you'll just have to be annoyed. I'm not going to apologize for not having a lot of money and lots of bags. That would be dumb and it would legitimize materialism.


At any rate, I think the white satchel worked out better. It brightened up the outfit a bit more and it added even more details with the circular metal accents, buckles and scallops. I really love this bag. ^_^

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Finally, we reach my unusually large feet which I managed to stuff into a beautiful pair of perforated wingtip loafers that are adorned with tassels. :DDD Oh and I should mention that my navy pea coat has burnished buttons with anchors engraved into them! I should have gotten some pictures of those nautical bits, but I completely forgot. Bah!  >_<  Anyway, I hope you like the outfit! See you! <3


Thrifted - White Lace Blouse, Vintage Pleated Floral Skirt (Swap Group), Brown Tortoise
Cat Eye Glasses (Swap Group) & ModCloth Brown Tassel Loafers (Gift)

c/o Sammydress - White Scalloped Buckled Satchel
c/o Jollychic
- Navy Double Breasted Pea Coat
Chicwish
- Pastel Hot Air Balloon Necklace



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Denise link
5/14/2015 12:32:07 am

As usual, another great outfit, I really love it! Once I had a very similar pair of shoes, and they were so comfortable, I bet yours are too! I loved the skirt, and the top (very much, with the details in lace) but this time I am in love with the balloon necklace! It is really so sweet and exquisite and yes, spare it, because it's a real jewel! I liked the satchel too, and I saw it as cream, not white, but maybe it;s an effect of the photo! Of course you don't have to wear another bag if you don't feel like, I am nit annoyed! And you are right about materialism! I will share a story. OK if people wish to have things, but why? I have a "friend" who clearly doesn't have the means, but she wants so very much to show she does, and competes with some who have more... I tell you, it's sad when I see her spending what she doesn't have. to "please" people and photographing her new purchase... such is the world today... so yes, pls wear the cute bag anytime, well done and thumbs up to a great attitude! You always look fabulous!
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Anna
5/14/2015 12:41:27 pm

Hehe. No, you're right! It is cream. I'm just lazy with my descriptions. ;P Ohh, yeah. I'm familiar with people like that. It is kind of sad. It's like they seek validation through the things they have. They want people to see their nice things and this, in turn, makes them feel good about themselves. It's all backwards. That feeling of self acceptance and importance has to come from inside, you know? The person has to feel that. You can't depend on people or nice, shiny things to give that to you. I hope she sees that someday. It's not worth going into debt! :F

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Suzanne link
5/14/2015 12:51:28 am

This is so pretty and frilly! Are you sick? LOL

I LOVE that necklace and all the layered details.

bisous
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Anna
5/14/2015 12:43:14 pm

Hahaha. Ahhhh, maybe? O_o *feels forehead*

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Raivyn dK link
5/14/2015 08:49:46 am

Wow, you did put a lot of work into this outfit! Well put together, as always, my dear. Loving the lace, for sure!

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Anna
5/14/2015 12:44:10 pm

Eh, the clothes do all the work really. I just put them on. Hehe. I really love all of the little details. *^_^*

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Lauren Blair link
5/14/2015 12:21:24 pm

I totally love this look!! The colors are perfectly matched together and I 100% see why you are so in love with that necklace! I have a delicate vintage ballerina necklace that busted off of it's chain (luckily I caught it as it happened) so I understand how sometimes you gotta wear delicate necklaces sparingly! I also love the shows...I keep seeing lovely ladies in flats like this and I'm becoming kind of intrigued! XO
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Anna
5/18/2015 04:58:46 am

Were you able to get the necklace fixed? I'd love to see what it looks like, if you get around to wearing it in an upcoming post. :D <3

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Kristian link
5/14/2015 12:27:24 pm

I'm not sure why, but something about this just reminds me of the aesthetic and whimsy of Studio Ghibili films. Something romantic and innocent and back-to-nature-y about it.

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Anna
5/18/2015 04:59:47 am

I'm a big fan of Totoro and Spirited Away, so I think that's pretty awesome! :DDD <3

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marlen
5/14/2015 12:39:09 pm

there is so much feminie goodness here- florals, lace, pleats, scallops! you look like a vintage dream. also, you have my attention with how you tailored that skirt. how much does it usually cost you? i've been thinking of doing the same with a few thrift store finds but I dont want to pay an arm and a leg :/

xo marlen
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Anna
5/18/2015 05:06:33 am

I think the tailoring cost me $6 or something like that. My tailor charges more or less reasonable prices. I think the most expensive thing she did was replace some snaps on the button of a jacket. That might have been in the $20 range. It was a long time, ago, though. So, my memory is not so good.

I think cost depends on where you go. If you go downtown, it will probably cost you more than if you go a little out of your way to say, a strip mall near a residential area. Also, I find that the relationship you build with the tailor makes a difference, too. I really like the woman who does my tailoring. We show each other pictures of our cats and talk and laugh. I'm sure that likeability and the frequency of visits has a bearing on what she charges. Hehe. :P

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Jackie link
5/14/2015 03:03:04 pm

I absolutely love all of the pretty, girly details you have going on in this look! So cute!

Jackie
<a href="http://somethingaboutthat.com">Something About That</a>

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Noszę Co Lubię link
5/14/2015 06:59:13 pm

I love all your accessorizes, especially that cute pendant. Nice colors

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KizzyDoll link
5/14/2015 11:14:55 pm

This look is just too cute :) x

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April Outfit Post. link
5/16/2015 05:59:19 pm

What a lovely look. Love the bag! :)

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Rebecca link
5/16/2015 08:21:21 pm

I love this outfit! It's very fresh - I would rarely wear so many light colours - but the navy jacket really balances it all out.

The skirt is FABULOUS, by the way. And I love the white satchel! So what if you only have like - a dozen! - handbags. I have about 3. Seriously needs to be remedied. Unfortunately I'm like you - very much trying to keep to a budget these days! Oh well. :/

All of your bags are adorable and bright so I look forward to keep seeing them!

And finally, OMG your shoes. :D

-Rebecca
http://mn2nz.wordpress.com

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Anna
5/18/2015 05:09:50 am

Yeah, I agree about the jacket. It just kind of frames everything and tones down the brightness. :P Hehe. I'm heartened to see that I'm not alone in having few bags and shoes. It seems like that's the hallmark of being a woman and I'm just not really doing a good job at being...that. Heh. At some point, you just have to say, 'who cares.' :P

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Karolina link
5/17/2015 03:52:20 am

I love this outfit, so cute and delicate, and yes - these details! <3
about the bag - it's really beautiful and I think it's perfect with the outfit you're wearing. When it comes to myself, I've got only 3 or 4 bags and I'm constantly wearing just two of them, because I don't need more! When one of them gets damaged then I will think about buying a new one :)

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Anna
5/18/2015 05:12:14 am

Hehe. I'm pretty much the same way (though, not really by choice, but my necessity). >_< Same goes for my shoes, too. :P

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lisa link
5/17/2015 10:23:13 am

I love the variety in your style- I never know what to expect coming over to your blog! I LOOOOVE your tassel loafers!

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Anna
5/18/2015 05:12:56 am

:DDD <3 I'm afraid that it will be quite girly for a while, but I'll shake things up, eventually. Hehe.

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Dana @ IveGotCake
5/18/2015 08:24:08 am

Great color pairing and I LOOOVE that necklace!

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Silvia link
5/18/2015 09:06:44 am

I love this pastel outfit!! specially the blouse, the air balloon necklace (super cute) and the white satchel :-)

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