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Winter Solstice

12/24/2015

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Omgosh, you guys! It's XMAS, tomorrow! Squee! <3 *^____^* <3 Now, I *have* to say that I managed to escape the frozen tundra, this year. I'm actually in Florida, right now. Yep. Sunny Florida. Haha. I've been here for about four days and it has been pretty great. It feels so weird to be outside grilling in late December, dude. I'm not going to complain, though! ;P~ So, yeah. I actually wore this outfit to brunch, last weekend. I wanted to do something festive before leaving, so I picked bright red and ran with it.

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I was nervous about doing red monochrome. I already tried it once and with pretty good results. At that time, I played around with colors in the same family, like orange and burgundy, but also added purple for contrast. This time, I tried to just stick with different shades of red and I think it turned out OK.
I didn't want to do a mostly red outfit, because that's realllly tricky and I'm not that talented. Haha. So,
I figured I'd stick with just two shades of red and temper the outfit with dark colors to keep things balanced. The brick red plaid coat is a recent thrift find and I really love it. I was super stoked when I found it, because I've had plaid coats on my wish lists for quite some time. The lining on the inside of the coat is pretty chewed up, but it's a pre-worn item, so that comes with the territory. The rest of the coat is in very good condition, though, and I look forward to finding other creative ways to style it.


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To make things a *little* bit more interesting, I wore snowflake patterned black tights instead of plain black ones. I don't know if I pushed it too far, but these tights are so cute! Hehe. I just had to wear them.

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I know a lot of you are traveling and this is a super busy time of year. So, I don't expect many people to see this post, at least for a few days. Haha. However, if you're reading this, I hope this outfit gave you a little bit of joy. I know that I felt super happy while wearing it! *^_^* Happy Holidays and stay warm! <3


Thrifted - ModCloth Red Plaid Coat & ModCloth Red Dress (Swap Group)

Warby Parker - Notched Key Hole Glasses In Tortoise

Chicwish - Black Snowflake Patterned Tights
ModCloth - Black Patent Shoes

♫ 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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33 Comments
Jowy link
12/24/2015 10:41:37 am

Such a darling little outfit! I bought my red plaid jacket from ModCloth last year and its so comfy. I've gotten more complements on that than any other piece I own; thats how you know you made a great purchase! My goal is to get a peacoat with the clasps you have because those super rad.

I was hoping for that California sun to shine through today and tomorrow, but it looks like its going to rain the whole time. :( Hope you have a great time in Florida this Christmas. Will you be hitting up Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley while you're there?

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Anna
12/24/2015 06:35:56 pm

Ah, right on! Sweet! :D It hasn't been as sunny as I was expecting. We haven't gotten any rain, yet. However, it has been super cloudy, humid and foggy. Yeah. It's not snow, though. So, I'm not going to complain too much. Hehehe. Oh and yeah, we're gunna head up to Universal, this weekend, actually! :PPP

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Denise link
12/24/2015 12:42:35 pm

I think you are very talented, dear Anna, and that this outfit is amazing! I loved the tights and I loved the red plaid coat, plus the red dress! It;s so great to know that you are in Florida, wow! Enjoy it a lot, of course you will! I had such a busy Nov and Dec, well, like everybody else, so I was a bit absent, you know, but would like to wish you a great Christmas time! In January things will be more peaceful, hope we stay connected :) I need to prepare my outfit for the evening in some minutes, will be inspired by you - I love red and black and these are the colors I always wear on Christmas (they have a special meaning for me during this time)! Merry Christmas!
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Anna
12/24/2015 06:31:46 pm

You're always so kind, Denise. Thank you! <3 Don't worry about being absent. It happens to the best of us and, honestly, I'd prefer that you were busy rather than always reading my blog. Haha. You have a life and you should live it. I don't need to be a huge part of it or anything. ;P I hope you have a wonderful XMAS and a Happy New Year! <3

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Kristian link
12/24/2015 04:53:46 pm

You look very holiday-esque here. Enjoy Florida and Merry Christmas!

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Anna
12/24/2015 06:32:57 pm

Thanks! Merry XMAS to you, too! <333

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Jen link
12/25/2015 03:59:19 am

Aww man, this outfit is so cute! You pull off monochrome red so well (which is a look I am familiar with myself! :D)

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Anna
12/26/2015 05:53:33 pm

<333 *^_^* <333

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Natasha link
12/25/2015 03:00:54 pm

I love the plaid red coat and the snowflake tights are so cute! Merry Christmas Anna! - Tasha

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Anna
12/26/2015 05:53:54 pm

Thanks, Tasha! Same to you! <333

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Natasha link
12/27/2015 09:40:38 am

More than welcome!

Karolina link
12/25/2015 04:08:23 pm

these tights are soooo cute! <3

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Anna
12/26/2015 05:54:13 pm

:DDD <3

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Hollie Ramsey link
12/26/2015 12:16:24 pm

What a wonderfully Christmassy outfit. And those tights are daaaa bomb

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Anna
12/28/2015 10:15:33 pm

Thanks, Hollie! <3

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Bonita (Army of Rabbits)
12/27/2015 02:05:09 pm

Super cute tights, adorable as always! Gosh I missed going through your posts <3

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Anna
12/28/2015 10:16:17 pm

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

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Qing Pineda link
12/27/2015 08:55:18 pm

Yay! You scream Christmas here! Thanks for commenting on <a href="http://www.qingsstyle.com">Qing's Style</a>. I hope you keep in touch!

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Anna
12/28/2015 10:16:42 pm

:DDD <3

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Missy May link
12/28/2015 08:19:58 am

Hope you had a lovely Christmas, beautiful Anna. I wish you a good happy new year. :)

http://missymayification.blogspot.co.uk

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Anna
12/28/2015 10:17:12 pm

Thanks, Missy! Same to you! <333

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Dana@IveGotCake
12/29/2015 12:19:03 pm

Awww, happy holidays to you too beautiful!
Talented or not, you rocked this look and we can feel your happiness radiating from it!
xoxo

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Anna
1/7/2016 03:58:03 pm

<333 ^_^ <333

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Noelle link
12/29/2015 12:45:04 pm

That's the perfect Christmas look! Cozy, cute, and just a touch elfy. Merry belated Christmas :)

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Anna
1/7/2016 03:58:19 pm

Thanks so much! <3

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Hanh link
1/3/2016 06:50:19 pm

I love the red on red, and the snowflake tights are so festive. :)

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Anna
1/7/2016 03:58:38 pm

Hey, there! Thanks! :DDD <3

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Rebecca link
1/5/2016 04:18:56 pm

So festive! I love it and the tights are perfect!

How was your first beach Christmas?! I still find it so weird. I'm actually to the point where we pretty much don't celebrate Christmas (we just go tramping). I didn't buy a single present this year (yes, I'm actually a terrible aunt). I miss snow and all the crazy holiday festivities though. One of these years I need to bring the man back to have a proper Minnesota Christmas.

-Rebecca
http://mn2nz.wordpress.com

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Anna
1/7/2016 04:01:08 pm

It took some getting used to, but it didn't take long. Haha. I was pretty much all about it. I was so sad to leave. I think I could get used to that kind of life. :DDD Really? No gifts? Not even a little one? Hehe. It sounds like there's so much to do over there, so I can see why the gift exchange wouldn't be missed. :P

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Jamie link
1/10/2016 07:47:37 pm

Holy crap I have both that dress and the same shoes. Clothes twins! I think I need a pair of snowflake print tights too because these are super cute. I definitely love the red plaid coat paired with this dress too. You look awesome!

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Anna
1/18/2016 02:23:50 pm

Thanks so much! I appreciated the December feature! <3

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Pauline link
1/18/2016 12:11:07 pm

Very original style !
I like it immediatly !!
Thank you for the inspiration :) !!

PAULINE
http://lesselfiesdepauline.blogspot.fr

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Anna
1/18/2016 02:24:11 pm

Hi! ^_^ Thank you! I appreciate the visit! <3

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