moodboard

In Her Closet: 1970's Victoriana

I felt like channeling a little Ralph Lauren Spring 2011 today. I'm wearing denim flares with a Victorian come by way of the 70's blouse. I knew I had to have it when I saw the sleeves, which puff out and then button tightly around the wrist.

I bought the vintage belt from a thrift store when I was in high school and it has survived every closet purge since. The 1970's leather bag just may be my favorite with its snakeskin stripes. It has a removable shoulder strap and can be converted into a satchel. 

I'm testing out using my iPhone (pic on the right) to take daily outfit shots. Not much worse than my picture (on the left) using a self-timer and SLR camera. Ha! 

Variations on a Theme: Florals New & Old

1. Topshop Pink Lily Long Sleeve Blouse, $75 2. Jonathan Saunders Floral Jersey Tee, $295 3. Proenza Schouler Zip Front Sandal, $995 4. Anthropologie Balanced Ring, $48 5. Anthropologie Brindled Shorts, $78 

1. Jonathan Saunders Hollis Skirt, $1075 2. Rodarte Printed Skirt, $2,325

The torrential rain we've been getting for the last week–and forecasted to continue–is putting a damper on my blogging spirit. But I haven't given up on spring yet based on my recent gravitation to floral patterns. I'm loving everything from chintz to calico, but I currently like prints the bigger the better. 

They seem to be the most fun when paired with dots and stripes, and even with other floral prints. Don't forget to bring in fun accessories, like these lipstick colored Proenza Schouler heels. I love a red shoe like nothing else.

 

Not only did I dig through my closet to find things, but I added some new items as well. I found this vintage silk blazer at a thrift store last weekend. My wardrobe and the jacket are still studying each other, trying to figure out who is going to make the first move.

I broke my no shoes from Forever 21 rule with this pair of platform wedges. I'll keep you updated on how quickly they disintegrate and/or destroy my feet. 

I've had the 90's top on the right for a while, but the Ralph Lauren silk top was a recent thrifting acquisition.

Photography: Moodboard

 

In Her Closet: Vintage Sasson Blazer & Cami

1980's Sasson ivory blazer & camisole, J.Brand Lovestory jeans, Hermes Collier de Chien cuff, vintage Bruno Magli Clutch

This is an outfit I wore this past weekend when the weather was beautiful, unlike the last two days where it has rained nonstop. I promise I have other jeans, but these J.Brand Lovestory jeans are the perfect color and cut for what I'm liking right now. I finally got an old pair of jeans made longer, so some variety will be showing up soon! 

I've come to the sad realization that the blazer is a size too big, but I'm going to hang on to the camisole and matching pocket square. You can see more details about the Sasson set here and of the vintage Bruno Magli clutch here.

Photography: Moodboard

Thrifting: Vintage Pleated Skirts

1970's Givenchy skirt with green, orange, and purple pattern

1980's Ann Taylor Ivory Silk Skirt

1970's green knit skirt

I have a feeling that this pleat obesession could fall very quickly into the I Collect column. My latest purchase is the 1980's Ann Taylor Studio skirt. I wish it was below knee length, but I couldn't pass up the fluffy shape and slubby texture of the silk. 

The Givenchy skirt is from his 1970's Sport line, which apparently supplied part of the wardrobe on Charlie's Angels. Sweet! The green knit skirt is one of my favorites, but I'm looking for something to wear it with other than a white top.

 

In Her Closet: Crazy Bird Sweater

(1980's Bird Sweater, Vintage snakeskin bag, J.Brand Lovestory jeans,Vintage Whiting & Davis snake cuff)

I have no idea why I like this sweater, but I do. It looks like I have a bird draped around my shoulders. I found it thrifting, as well as the snakeskin clutch. The snake cuff was found at a flea market the day before my wedding and the jeans are from Gilt.

In Her Closet: BCBGeneration Printed Skirt

1980's Anne Klein Sweater-Thrifted
BCBGeneration Skirt-Macy's
Vintage Coach Duffel Bag-Thrifted
Vintage Knee-hi Boots-Paris Flea Market 
OPI Queen of Everything Nail Polish-Sephora 

I tweeted a couple weeks ago that I found a Macy's gift certificate taped to a Christmas card, and I've already spent it! I've been crushing on dreamy kaleidoscope patterns, so this BCBGeneration skirt was a perfect fit. I couldn't wait for spring weather so I wore it with an old favorite pair of boots and a vintage Anne Klein sweater.

I would like to think it was made during Donna Karan's tenure with Anna Klein, as it shares the same type of silhouette as her early 80's line. It has a matte wool crepe like texture, with a zipper closure in the back.

I included a picture of the skirt fabric so you could see the coral pink detail:

 

 

In Her Closet: 1970's Striped Sweater

J.Brand Lovestory Jeans-Gilt.com
Brass Coiled Necklace-Thrift Store
Vintage Coach Bag-Thrift Store
Joie Mary Janes-Shopbop 
1970's Striped Sweater-Flea Market
Vintage Gold Bangle-Thrift Store
Whiting Davis Snake Cuff-Flea Market 

I was attempting to post every week in March pieces in my wardrobe that are seldom worn. Obviously, I'm falling short of this goal, but here is a 1970's striped sweater doesn't see much action outside of my closet. I'm not sure why, maybe because with navy stripes you tend to get a nautical vibe. I do love that it has bishop style sleeves that get wider at the bottom and gather at the cuff.

The vintage Coach saddle bag is one of my favorites in a gorgeous banana color (made in the sweet USA too).

(Photography: Moodboard)

 

In Her Closet: Golden Distractions

I feel ridiculous posting things in light of the horror that is unfolding in Japan right now. My heart is breaking for those that have lost their lives and loved ones. 

I finally fled the house because I have a habit of looking at every devastating article and picture until I drive myself crazy. 

So in more frivolous news, here is what $10 bought me at the thrift store today. I had just added gold bangles to my wish list and to my delight I found two vintage brass ones. I also found a stacked brass necklace that looks like coiled snakes around my neck. 

(Photography: Moodboard)

In Her Closet: 90's Leather Apron Skirt

 

J.Crew Jaspe Sweatshirt-Outlet

1940's Rhinestone Necklace-Antique Store
Kenneth Cole Boots-Mall
Snakeskin Clutch-Thrift Store 
90's Leather Skirt with Front Pockets-Thrift Store 

I had decided for the month of March I was going to attempt a version of that 30 days 30 outfits plan going around. My problem isn't so much finding new outfit combinations, but to wear more of my wardrobe. My closet is dangerously close to becoming a museum, and there are pieces that haven't been worn all season. 

I'm a week behind—and I'm kicking this off with an end-of-day wrinkled mess outfit—but I need to get over this hump sometime. I don't normally reach for this leather skirt, so I'm trying to decide if it is a keeper or heading to the to-be-sold pile. I am happy about the vintage grey snakeskin clutch I picked up at the thrift store. It is my new favorite and it even has a shoulder strap you can tuck inside.

Images: Moodboard

 

How Do You Organize Your Closet?

When my closet is organized, it is separated by type: tops, jackets, skirts, pants, and dresses. Thanks to Moda Operandi's Aslaug Magnusdottir, I'm now going to spend the next couple of days organizing it by color. Not only does it look pretty, but I'm thinking it will also help me see things in a new light and create fresh combinations.

I'm also going to try to be more diligent about sorting them by type after color, but I can't make any promises;)

You can see more of Aslaug's closet at The Coveteur. I love this Matthew Williamson dress!