9.14.2009

Splashes of fall color


This morning Twila Jean and her little baby picked me and we went to Portland for some Etsy shop shopping. Was a success, I found a dress, a knit suit and an amazing 40s dress. I am going to take photos tomorrow, except for the 40s dress as they forgot to take the security tag off before we left, so I have to take it back, have it removed, and then I can list it. Funny thing is whenever they leave security tags on nothing happens, it doesn't set off any alarm or anything. So pretty much its just there to annoy me. I did of course find a little something for myself (well, more than one thing, but I made myself pick). It's a 1950s blue dress in such a pretty cut with a full skirt, I think I'll wear it Wednesday.

We did get super excited upon finding a red 1940s suit, something Twila Jean has been searching for for years! It fits her perfectly, something to check off of her "lookout list" :)

I found this skirt and belt at work yesterday, they seem to go together pretty well. The skirt is a Jantzen, they make the best skirts, such quality wool and tailored lines. I have two 50s and one 30s Jantzen wool skirts and they are my favorite, better than others I have. I feel fortunate to live in an area where quality wools were once made, it's fairly easy to find Janzen wool anything and the Pendleton label is everywhere. I would love another 30s Jantzen skirt though, mine is a little small but I just can't let go of it, it's the most beautiful pink! Ah well, more are out there somewhere.

Skirt, belt, purse, and cardigan-The Urban Eccentric.

Hat and gloves-Estate sale?

Shoes-Nordstrom Rack.

Brooch-Thrift store in Solana Beach

14 comments:

Maria Confer said...

Gorgeous. I adore the red accessories.

lululetty.blogspot.com

The Glamorous Housewife said...

Very chic. I love the gloves and hat.

Thanks doll,
The Glamorous Housewife

Rose said...

You always put outfits together so well! The red goes really well with your belt.

Rose

http://rosiesuescloset.blogspot.com/

Ms. B @ Millie Deel said...

Such a gorgeous outfit! I love the pops of red!

Brook said...

Love the red gloves!!!

Dizzy Dame said...

that outfit is hot!

Rhiannon said...

I love the bit of red in this!!

tam said...

The hat and gloves look so good being such a vibrant red, gorgeous as always x x

Casey Maura said...

You look so amazing! I especially love the leopard belt--such a fun accessory. :)

- Casey
elegantmusings.com

Eyeliah said...

Oh Jantzen, such a great find. This outfit is so pretty with the hints of red. I am getting more and more ready for fall clothes.

Penny said...

gorgeous!

Witchcrafted Life said...

Such a gorgeous outfit...very sweet and vixenish at once!

Wishing you a fantastic Tuesday, hon!
♥ Jessica

Annie S said...

What a gorgeous outfit, you look absolutely great! I'm a little envious right now. :)

Have a great day, vixen!

Annie

Unknown said...

Absolutely timeless.