Monday, January 18, 2010

The Technicolor Rainbow

I don't know if I've mentioned it, but over the past few weeks I've come to the decision that I'm going to make a conscientious effort to incorporate more of my accessories into my daily wardrobe. I guess this is one of my less weighty resolutions for the new year. I'm such a sucker for colorful brooches, hats, belts, scarves and purses and regularly pick them up in vintage and thrift stores. After reading a post on wearing color in a winter wardrobe over at Mamushka Marie, I decided to really go for it today and use some pieces that I haven't worn much recently. I played with the scarf throughout the day and moved it around quite a bit, but here's what I came up with...


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Purse: Thrifted, Urban Renewals
Dress: Vintage, Buffalo Exchange
Scarf: Vintage, Church Thrift Store
Belt: Vintage, Church Thrift Sale
Earrings: Thrifted, Savers
Brooch: Thrifted, Savers
Shoes: Blowfish
Tights: Target
Shirt: Target

Oh and although I still haven't gotten to West Side Story, I did go to a matinee of La Dolce Vita with a friend today. We both found it visually and intellectually interesting and I'm glad to have finally seen it, but we also thought that it was draining. I'm not sure what we expected:) Has anyone else seen it? If so, I'd like to hear what you thought.

34 comments:

  1. I love the pop of green! I've been making an effort to incorporate ANY color in my wardrobe these days as well!
    Hmm, haven't seen those movies, maybe i'll check out la dolce vita.

    I'll definitely add you to my blogroll.

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  2. This palette is fantastic! I love the setting for these as well! Your accessories are the perfect combination an accompaniment to this navy dress!

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  3. i have to say that i adore the scarf that you have on along with the pin that you used to hold it in place!! it was very inspirational and just stunning especially the colors!!

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  4. love the scarf and belt combo!

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  5. Oh love these really happy colors. Just adore the purse. The scarf and brooch look great in the second last pic. I think my fav pic is #1.

    I haven't see that movie nor the one you mentioned with Vanessa Paradis. I have a post coming up on her, she's gorgeous. Must check that movie out.
    xxx

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  6. the green bag is so cute! i love it :)

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  7. the scarf and belt really pops out against that blue dress!! gotta love that! :D

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  8. loving the accessories! that's one of my resolutions too! it's such a cheap way to keep your outfits updated and fresh :)

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  9. Love the colors and of course, I love the photography. Most importantly, I love the smile.

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  10. I adore the red and green next to the blue dress. I've been craving colour this winter too. I'll take your great advice and try to incorporate more accessories :)

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  11. I love the accessories here. The belt, scarf, and purse are spot on!

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  12. That bag is amazing! I am so jealous of your wardrobe, you have the most incredible clothes! x

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  13. The scarf makes the outfit really sailorish :D

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  14. thank you so much darling!
    lovely face!

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  15. i need to do this too! i need to wear more than just my silly ole hats! love it!

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  16. Oooh, your bag makes me think 'Kate Spade!'. Nice, you incorporated your accessories really nicely.

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  17. The amount of colour you use in your outfits is really inspiring. I only wish I could follow suit...

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  18. lovely! the scarf, broach and purse are such great colorful additions to the outfit!

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  19. I don't wear many accesories myself too. It's a pity because I have a lot of them and I think they give a spicy taste to the outfits.

    I've seen both La Dolce Vita and West Side Story. They are both cult movies, but quite different from one another. La Dolce Vita is really a symbol of Italian movies of the Fifties. There were so many great Italian directors in those times, it's such a pity nowadays there aren't. If you haven't seen it yet, I strongly advise you to watch Ladri di biciclette.

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  20. Stunning photos you look like a doll and the outfit is adorable!!

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  21. I love you new resolution, I'll get to see more of your cute accessories! You look very nice in these pics. I love the red belt and green scarf. The contrasting colors are great.

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  22. I love what you did with the brooch and the scarf. Those colours are brilliant!

    p.s. thanks for having faith in my bicycle-riding ability :)

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  23. you wear scarves with such flair. LOVELY!

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  24. You look like a work of art! Such gorgeous colors and shapes.

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  25. I am so digging the color of this dress :)

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  26. oh my gosh, that dress fits you beautifully!

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  27. Wow, you are GREAT with colors! I love how you wore the scarf with the broach and the great green bag! I think you did pretty well with accessories here! ;)


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  28. I love all these saturated colors. The green purse is especially gorgeous.
    -indigo

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  29. love all those colors together

    -Erica
    http://allaboutitt.blogspot.com/

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  30. Girl you have such a gorgeous style, I have to learn a lot from you! every time I come to your blog, I regret all the shopping I did recently, I'd throw away everything to have a vintage and cool wardrobe like yours!

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  31. that little red belt is making this look. i absolutely adore it.

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  32. Hi kelley Anne, about the majorette jacket, the photos you've seen on my blog, come from here http://www.theclosetboutique.over-blog.net/

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  33. Hi sweet dear, I really want to extend my sincere thanks to you for your lovely comments this month. I apologize if it sometimes takes me a wee bit of time to return the visit and enjoy the delightful beauty and inspiration of your site. Please know that I always appreciate your visits and the thoughts you share with me so very much!

    Oodles of hugs & wishes of happiness,
    ♥ Jessica

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