Creature of the Spring

"Pirate of the Spring" is what I more accurate called myself as I twirled around my friend Jamie's living room last summer, dancing to Cat Empire and celebrating our Jack's birthday. 'Twas a grand moment, and I think of it every time I don this floral crown- ha! 

I had originally paired this pretty lil pleats-&- lace number with the mint green Japanese shoes pictured below but then switched to the blush toned wedges. Never could quite decide which I preferred..what do you think??

Last week was so exciting- it finally started to feel like springtime in NYC! It was the berries getting to walk out in nothing more than a frothy dress and crown <3 Hope everyone else enjoyed as well! Of course, I have also relished the past couple of hazy, dreary days...always been a lover of extremes.

So sorry about my recent absence, it has been a crazy couple weeks. I am however working on some new, exciting blog features I will be debuting in the next couple weeks, so stay tuned! 

xoxo

-V

Two wrongs make a right!

During our Buy-the-Bag thrifting extravaganza of last week I stumbled across these two loveable yet slightly ill-fitting gems. Despite my initial hesitation, I knew there was some way I could make them work, and they came home with me. Turns out the two oddballs- with the help of a trusty belt I found at home- made a perfect combination and my new favorite outfit was born! Dress-up playtime shenanigans ensue!!

There is something very "My Fair Lady" about this over the top hat..and I love it. Just add that and floral clutch to this pretty little confection and you have a perfect derby ensemble, hooray!

As always, the power of thrift prevails and we are reminded that an open mind is the best thing to take with you on a thrifting spree. So if you love it, take it home, and let your creativity take care of the rest!

HAPPY SUNDAY FUNDAY<3
(top, skirt, broach, earrings- thrifted/belt, wedges- UO)

Look du Jour: Seersucker & Pearls

In my heart, I know Coco Chanel would have approved of this outfit. Sure, she would have insisted I discard an accessory or four. But from the the minimal color palette to the chapeau and layers of pearls, the chic mademoiselle would not have been able to resist this casual, borrowed from the boys look. 

 I do admit...I have always been a fool for seersucker. At the core, there is an old south, dapper quality to it, but at it's peak it can definitely adopt a grand dandy-man feel which I adore. These particular trousers were scooped up at our marathon buy-the-bag thrifting day for one whole US dollar. I do believe we'll be seeing more of these throughout the spring.
(tuxedo blouse, men's seersucker trousers, leopard print lace-up shoes- thrifted/ pearl necklace, chapeau, stripe belt- buffalo exchange/ handbag- UO)

 

Thanks to my sis-n-law, Lizeth, for making these gorgeous, framed monograms with vintage buttons for my husband & I, they are possibly one of my favorite gifts ever! And they seem to fit right in with this 20's inspired ensemble<3

Look Du Jour: Head to Toe

The day started with a sweet beauty episode, as I got to play with my leftover curls from the Beau Monde Society event & my new favorite lipstick found in the event swag bag courtesy of Motives Cosmetics. FUN! And what do I style with my frothy hair & flirty lips? The most rustic outfit I've worn in months, of course! Ha! What can I say...I love juxtaposition! After weeks of unpacking & rediscovering old faves, it was a welcomed change. And a new fashion frontier for yours truly...

I have always felt a bit apprehensive about head to to toe denim/chambray ensembles- usually dismissing it to the "Kate Moss only" category. But I was feeling quite bold & suddenly decided it was now or never. Not having worn denim in months, I was thrilled to dust these high waist babies off & take em out for a spin! 

I was looking forward to wearing the ensemble as is, but NYC weather had another plan in mind, so layer I did. No need to fret, this head to toe look will have it's day in the sun...it's just not today. 

As I post this I realize you may recognize the chambray button down from last month's anniversary Tour de Brooklyn post. And I can promise you will be seeing more of it. I love this top- so versatile & fun- I want to wear it with everything!

Hope everyone has an awesome weekend!

(high waist denim, lace cardi- F21/ chambray studded collar button down, turquoise silver ring, brown messenger bag- UO/ leopard print skinny belt, boots, plaid cape- buffalo exchange/ multi leopard print necklace & other jewelry- thrifted)