Petals and Plaid

I've mixed patterns before but nothing so blatant as this combination before.  And it just so turned out to be a top look for me.  Something about the floral top with the plaid skirt just really appeals to me.

This 1930s fur trimmed jacket was a gift from a neighbor.  This is the first time it's appearing in the blog (besides via Instagram) and I am in love with it.  It fit really well to balance the look out.  I can't wait to wear it more in the next few transitional months.  It's slowly turning to spring here, though by the looks of Wednesday's snowfall it doesn't seem that way yet.

You wouldn't know it to look at it, but this skirt's original hemline went down past the knees with several inches of fringe hanging to about mid-calf.  I was almost turned off by that upon first glance but then I thought to myself what an easy thing that is to fix.  It definitely helped with the pattern as a guide to hem a straight line.  I ended up making it a little shorter than I actually wanted, but it works as a more mod-1960s piece.

There's just something about back seam stockings that makes a girl feel ultra sexy.  Or at least, they do that for me.  I was having a very good hair day starting off, but once we get to the last few photos you can see how much the curls fell out.  It was incredibly windy this day and my hair certainly paid the price.

The only bad thing about the length of the skirt (besides it not being on purpose...) when I sit down it's a bit scandalous.  Not anything too crazy, but as you can see below, the tops of my stockings and the straps to my garter belt are visible.  So I certainly have to be careful whilst sitting in this skirt.

Here's a feature to the Conrad Weiser Homestead that I don't show off too often: the gazebo.  It's in a totally different area of the park than I usually shoot at.  But on the way out of the park, I decided to stop and shoot a few photos.  They actually offer you the option of holding weddings and events here, which I think is pretty neat.  It would be gorgeous to have the old stone buildings as a backdrop for your wedding party.

This little bridge is an area I haven't shown yet.  It appears right after the one entrance to the Homestead.  There's nothing too beautiful surrounding it during the winter, but I love the look of the aged stone.  It's definitely going to look more spectacular once there's green on the branches come springtime.

Outfit Details:

vintage skirt, vintage blouse, belt {thrifted}

1930s jacket, vintage Etienne Aigner clutch, oxford booties {gifted}

back seam thigh high stockings {eBay}

vintage cameo brooch {paternal grandmother}

bracelets {Mess of a Dreamer Design}

Tuesday was really nice temperature-wise, then Wednesday it snowed, now this weekend they're calling for temperatures in the high 50s.  The fluctuation is insanity.  But I won't complain if it actually gets that warm.  Here's hoping, because I want to try out my new camera and tripod.

 

Sucker for Seersucker

Wow, it seems as if I took these photos years ago.  It's hard to think of Summer in full bloom when we are making our way into Fall.  I really am so behind on posting photos, that it's not even remotely funny.  I hate that I have all of these photos yet I have nothing to say about them in regards to what happened to me around the time I took them.

In case you didn't read yesterday's post, I got really sick last week and I just couldn't be bothered to get on the computer and post.  This past week would have been perfect to catch up on blogging, but I spent most of my week laying horizontal with my remote stuck in my hand.

 

 

 

Outfit Details:

blouse, vintage skirt, belt {thrifted}

Etienne Aigner clutch, Claddagh ring, Avon bracelet {gifted}

suede wedges {target}

There's something I especially love about this outfit.  I don't think it's any one certain piece, but more so a combination of it all.  The whole look just screams warm weather and sunshine.  It's comforting to look back on it, even though I'm wrapped up in a blanket whilst typing this, and remember that it will be warm again soon enough.  I am very excited about the cold weather, though not right at this moment since getting sick comes with this time of year.  But I am happy about bringing out the knit stockings, hats, and gloves.

Want to see what photos didn't make it onto the blog?  Head over to Facebook for a peak.

Sally Sells Sea Shells

I purchased this dress the same day I purchased my pink little number.  I believe they both belonged to the same one according to the lady that worked at the Goodwill.  This dress again, fits perfectly.  I didn't even need to belt it, I just did so to add a little visual contrast with a different pattern.  This is a good way to mix two different patterns together if you are a little uncertain how to do so or just a little gun shy about it.

Outfit Details:

vintage dress, belt, shoes {thrifted}

vintage Etienne Aigner clutch {gift}

vintage jewelry {from my paternal grandmother}

I love the Conrad Weiser Homestead for taking photos.  There are such diverse locations that it never gets tiring or uninspired for me.  The old stone buildings are stunning and the bridges are gorgeous.  I love the stone steps that lead down to a different level, as you may be able to tell by how often I shoot photos on them.  There are also benches scattered across the entire park, tucked into little alcoves created by trees.

I feel so lucky to have this beautiful place so close to where I live.  It's most convenient for taking photos or having a picnic or just a romp through nature.  Do you have any locations that you continually rely on for taking photos or other things?

Want to see what photos didn't make it on the blog?  There were a lot for this post.  Head over to my Facebook and take a gander.