Little known fact: sometimes your floral motifs get lonely and you need to give them company. Okay, I actually didn't notice that I was wearing florals on top AND bottom until I made this post, but that rationale seems accurate, right?
Lipstick is Fire & Ice by Revlon |
I made this skirt last year from a very simple pattern and this glorious floral fabric that I got from Joann Fabrics. Here's a closeup of its vintage-inspired goodness, wrinkles and all:
Here's a closeup of the cardigan's floral gems. I'm...let's call it "thrifty" with most purchases, but I still remember that I spent $29 for this cardigan on clearance, which is probably NBD to most people, but I like to see how little I can pay for all of my clothes, so this was a MAJOR splurge to me. This one was special!
Here is a clear shot of the Indiana Jones Cat portrait that lives above our couch. He peeks into a lot of my pictures, but I've never introduced him. He found me at a vaguely sketchy thrift store and I just knew. I have yet to regret making him the center of my living room decor. The other is a painting of Mike Lowell done by my dear pal Brian.
Outfit Details
Cardigan: Adrienne Vittadini via T.J. Maxx
Tank Top: Old Navy
Skirt: Handmade by me
Leggings: Old Navy
Boots: Rampage via Marshall's
Bracelet: Vintage
Do you ever go overboard with a pattern? Are you into making your own clothes? Would you not LOVE to have your own Indiana Jones Cat portrait? I think I've actually seen this print available online before for those who just must have him, too. He's worth the search.
I LOVE that skirt! Too cute :)
ReplyDeleteThank you! It was fun to make, too :) xo
DeleteIs your lipstick an orange or a blue based? I'm looking for the perfect blue-based red and I can't find it!
ReplyDeleteI've seen others classify it as blue based, but it always reads as more orange based on me. For a true blue based, I would recommend ELF Matte Lip Color in Rich Red, Wet n Wild Megalast Lipstick in Stoplight Red, Wet n Wild Megalast Liquid Lipstick in Red My Mind, Revlon Matte Lip Stain in Standout or CoverGirl Outlast Liquid Lip Color in Ever Red-dy. All drugstore, all great! xo
DeleteI think Fire & Ice is sort of notorious for looking different on different people... would agree with the suggestion of Stoplight Red!
DeleteI love that fabric! I lack the space for a sewing room but I admire handmade clothes and accessories. And that Indiana Jones print is amazing, haha.
ReplyDeleteYeah, I have my sewing stuff in the corner of my living room, but I dream of having a dedicated crafting space one day. It works for now, but I would definitely make more clothes if I had the room to really spread out. xo
DeleteOh man, that Indiana Jones cat is AWESOME!!!! Why can't I find something like that at my thrift store?? :)
ReplyDeleteHaha, thanks! It was a seriously lucky find! Keep your eyes peeled - you never know what might find you at your thrift store :) xo
DeleteHouse tour? Your style seems pretty eclectic, even in your home. I like. :) I typically thrift all my clothes and won't spend more that $10 on a piece (and that's a lot to me!) but sometimes you gotta live a little ya know? Especially if you love something, like a floral beaded cardigan in pink.
ReplyDeletexo Ashley
thetiniestfirecracker.com
Thank you! I would consider a house tour, even though my space is pretty small. I love seeing other people's tours so it's only fair, I guess! And yes to living a little! xo
DeleteWay to bring florals into the winter! You nailed this outfit! Love the details on that cardigan too! You look lovely :]
ReplyDeletexo Deborah
Coffee, Prose, and Pretty Clothes
Yeah, I'm all about florals year-round! Thank you! xo
DeleteYou look adorable. Love the floral skirt and the cardigan. It was definitely worth to pay that much for it. I would like to have a Indiana Jones car portrait too. It's so cute.
ReplyDeletexx Mira
Thank you! I know, especially since $29 is actually like nothing to most people, haha. :) xo
DeleteSuch a cute outfit! I really love the skirt, and was so excited to see that you made it. The fabric is just adorable.
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-Stephanie Eva
www.stephanieheva.blogspot.com
Thank you! I love that fabric so much. I still have a bit left over and can't decide what to do with it! xo
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