Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Professional Steampunk

I think this outfit turned out well!
Folk Hoodie: Prairie Underground (eBay)
Necklace: family crest (family reunion)
Tank top: Theory (thrifted)
Crop blazer: Charlotte Russe (thrifted)
Pinstripe pants: Banana Republic (thrifted)
Shoes: Aravon (zappos)
I've been trying to thrift colors I find too bright or unflattering on their own, so I can mix them. I've internalized that a color that doesn't look good against my face can be balanced and complemented.
My friend asked me to take him thrift shopping for a new color palette "because [I] am the goddess of that" (hee!) and told me about color theory. We found this website and after watching him mix colors for an afternoon, I was raring to give it a go.

I think this fuchsia breathes warmth into the navy blue and grey. I found this Charlotte Russe cropped grey blazer recently, and it has charming tiny buttons all down the front and on the sleeves. I combined it with pinstripes and a brass-colored necklace with rivets for a hint of Steampunk.
Not sure what to call the pattern; it's very fine herringbone, but with black yarn sewn through it in rows so regular little black dots are all over it. Either way, it's a keeper!

7 comments:

  1. I think you look fantastic in color, but also in black and greys. You also have all the best jackets.

    That's your family crest? It's gorgeous!

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  2. Yes, what you're wearing is stylish but what impresses me even more is your fitness. You look fabulous. A naturally-attractive person in the prime of her life. If aliens need to abduct someone who represents the best of our species, they should take you. :-)

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    1. Ally, you always give the most unique and wonderful compliments. Thank you. :D

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  3. You are looking quite lean! Good to see you back.

    bisous
    Suzanne

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    1. Hah! Funny you should mention; I haven't had time for wushu or even the gym lately because work has been so busy. Guess it's all in the right fit and proportions!

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  4. The fuchsia is a great color on you! Just the right amount of contrast with your skin, and the right undertones to make you look like you're glowing. I think you really nailed it with this office outfit.

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  5. That little jacket is a fabulous find - the perfect fit and the interesting details are just lovely. And that deep shade of pink is wonderfully flattering too. xxx

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