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Latest Finds: Openwork and Embroidery

I went to an estate sale this weekend that had such lovely things, especially pieces with openwork or embroidery. A gentleman that knew the couple said they had traveled frequently to Belgium and other parts of Europe. I could definitely see that influence throughout their home.

There was one room laden with linens, which is a dream come true for me. I normally have to pass on vintage blankets and sheets because of the size of our beds, but I'm always on the lookout for vintage pillowcases. I picked up my three favorite, but I wish I had bought more, especially as most still had their original tags on them!

I also found some made in Switzerland silk blouses, leather gloves with a lace like insert, vintage white pot holders, 1960's necklace and sweaters with exposed lace shoulders, and some black dresses that I'm happy I didn't pass up. I normally skip them, but two had such great detail that it made me take a closer look. The one above has a wool lace top scattered with tiny rhinestones. The bottom half fits tightly all the way down to right below the knee. 

Latest Thrift Finds: Mixed Bag

This Abysinnian cat statue that reminds me a little of Kelly Wearstler's style.

Antique wood block stamp

This crazy 1960's hawk print that might be going into the foyer. TALONS.

Late 80's Pierre Balmain blouse. Might as well go full force and wear it with some faded jeans.

Latest Finds: Stripes and Plaid

I've received a couple of emails asking why I don't do outfit shots anymore. I can't seem to manage to take decent picture of inanimate objects, let alone setting a timer and getting the Nikon to cooperate long enough to take a picture of myself. 

I'm thinking about buying another point and shoot camera, my old one(now broken), worked so much better for outfit shots. I guess I could also quit being so lazy and learn to use my camera!

So there is no body underneath them, but here are some more of my favorite finds. The 1970's striped sweater I found at a flea market. It has wide navy stripes and sleeves that bell out at the cuff, which I love so much. 

The second striped item isn't old, but it is a combo I've been wearing on repeat. Black and white striped long sleeve tee from H&M with Anthropologie Stormy Seas necklace, the color of green glass.

 

I had plaid coats on my fall wish list because I've an outfit I kept picturing in my mind. I wanted something with a pattern, like an old men's pair of plaid pants, to wear with a feminine dress. I found exactly what I wanting at a thrift store.

The first coat is as you can see does not unbutton all the way down. I'm not sure what the reason behind this was, does anyone know? It is a black and white wool check pattern, double breasted buttons, with an almost peter pan collar. I need to get the leather belt replaced.

The second plaid coat is exactly what I wanted. An old men's coat but in a woman's size. It also black and white, but with a caramel stripe and buttons. I have to fix a spot on the collar this week because I can't wait to wear it.