Tuesday, January 26, 2010

...and I shift into neutrals...


I'm not sure if its the rainy, windy, cool weather outside or the rumpled, muddy conditions that this is creating, but I have been in the distinct mood for neutrals over the past few days. First yesterday I decided to forgo a long pleated purple, pink, red and black Tartan skirt in favor of black and brown florals with a gray skirt.


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Dress: Thrifted, Cardigan: Anthropologie Sale, Hat: H&M, Belt: Thrifted, Skirt: Thrifted, Stockings: Target, Shoes: Payless, Coin Necklace: Gift


Then today, I chose a recently thrifted brown vintage dress. I have to say that its a great dress though. I don't know if this would make sense to anyone but me, but I feel like Mary Tyler Moore in it. Granted, its been a long time since I've watched the show. The turtleneck makes it a bit conservative, but the clinging fabric, close fit on top and swinging skirt give it a flirty feeling. I love the way this dress moves. But more than that, I love the fact that its such a great palette for building a look with accessories. I am such a sucker for crazy patterns and all sorts of color combinations, but its always nice to have a few neutral dresses in one's wardrobe as well. Oh and I finally wore the new swing coat! Yay, I love the way this moves and drapes too.


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Dress: Thrifted Vintage, Coat: Vintage, Belt: Thrifted, Tights: American Apparel, Shoes: Blowfish, Necklace: Gift, Bracelet: can't remember

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  1. LexieJanuary 26, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    i *LOVE* mary tyler moore and i definitely see why that dress would remind you of her! it is definitely something she'd wear!

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  2. JuliaJanuary 26, 2010 at 10:40 PM

    You definitely look like MTM in this outfit, even the wrap. It's so classy and vaguely seventies and you pull it off with panache. The red tights kick the whole thing up a couple of notches, and I love it.

    xx

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  3. Ms. B @ Millie DeelJanuary 26, 2010 at 10:41 PM

    Love the swing coat and knit dress! They both fit you beautifully!!

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  4. KoriJanuary 26, 2010 at 10:47 PM

    Wow...you look great! I love those shoes in the first pic...I will have to make a trip to Payless! hope you are doing well honey...Kori xoxo

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  5. LeahJanuary 26, 2010 at 10:47 PM

    I love both outfits... the second one is my fave. I love everything... the dress, the swing coat and the burgundy tights.

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  6. debra@dustjacketJanuary 26, 2010 at 10:50 PM

    Oh I just love that first picture, the shoes are divine. The outfit is fab.

    Totally know what you mean my MTM, such a happy look. The coat looks so soft, must be nice to wear. The red goes great with it and the color of the dress.

    Fabulous.
    xoxo

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  7. Amelia is...January 27, 2010 at 7:33 AM

    That would be great, I really look forward to seeing your secret - thanks for getting involved in my 200th secret post. My day isn't over just yet, I really wish it was though.

    www.ameliais.blogspot.com

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  8. BaronessVonVintageJanuary 27, 2010 at 8:29 AM

    the floral and the swing coat = fabulous!

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  9. Audrey AllureJanuary 27, 2010 at 11:00 AM

    that's such a pretty necklace, i love the red tights!

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  10. RebeccaJanuary 27, 2010 at 2:05 PM

    Oooh what a beautiful dress and coat! Flowing and elegant. Your dresses always flow so nicely.. I wish I were a tall as you to pull off these outfits :)

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  11. mellyJanuary 27, 2010 at 4:04 PM

    Your strappy shoes look super awesome on you! I'm utterly jealous that you wear long dresses so well.

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  12. tessJanuary 27, 2010 at 5:07 PM

    that dress fits so well! awesome!

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  13. MJJanuary 27, 2010 at 5:48 PM

    I absolutely love the camel coat... you look like somone out of another era...

    http://dreamingspiresandoldcartyres.blogspot.com

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  14. ChristinaJanuary 27, 2010 at 11:23 PM

    Mary Tyler Moore, what a great inspiration! I love these outfits-- you look so classy and simple and vintage-inspired.

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  15. emma wallaceJanuary 27, 2010 at 11:37 PM

    Love the second outfit soooo much! It is super sexy with the clingy fabric. And the red stockings - darling!

    I tend to never wear patterns myself - maybe I should challenge myself like you did!
    iamemmamusic.blogspot.com

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  16. MYCLOSETGARDENJanuary 28, 2010 at 12:22 AM

    Ive been watching the 'Dick Van Dick Show' and I can see how you would feel like her. Maybe more Mary than Laura Petrie. Both outfits are sooooo sweet. I love the brights tights with the tan dress.

    http://inbugsdrawers.blogspot.com

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  17. SybilJanuary 28, 2010 at 1:27 AM

    you know i love the coat and tights together!! :D

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  18. Taylor SterlingJanuary 28, 2010 at 5:19 PM

    great vintage look!! I love the coat! new follower!

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  19. Rebecca, A Clothes HorseJanuary 28, 2010 at 9:45 PM

    Great outfits. Vintage really suits you well. I love the accessories of the second look; head-to-toe really classic looking.

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  20. hannah, heart cityJanuary 29, 2010 at 12:42 PM

    everything is so lovely!

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  21. sarahJanuary 29, 2010 at 8:01 PM

    the red tights & shoes, with the red lipstick is a winnging combo, my friend. nicely done.

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  22. Witchcrafted LifeFebruary 4, 2010 at 2:58 AM

    Your gorgeous, classic, elegant, playful, endearing look is a continual source of fashion inspiration, sweet dear, thank you so much.


    Wishing you a splendid Thursday & blissfully wonderful month of February!
    ♥ Jessica

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  23. Anna-LisaFebruary 4, 2010 at 10:10 PM

    Love the tights and shoes together. Very pretty.

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