Is it too late in the year to be wearing straw hats? The thing is, I just love straw hats! Oh well, when I wore this outfit last week it hadn't snowed again and it was fall once more.
I mentioned a while back that I had some extra fabric left over from making my tan/brown mini hounds-tooth skirt that I wanted to make into a matching bolero. Well here it is! I threw together a bolero pattern (it still needs a bit of tweaking) and suddenly had myself a little suit! I wore the set with my olive green rayon blouse and of course my brown straw hat. I think it will be time to pack such summer hats away for the winter soon sadly.
I'm starting a new job this holiday week, but that doesn't mean I'll be absent from the blogosphere. In fact, I may even have a little treat for you guys coming up later this week, so stay tuned!
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| Suit: Made by me Blouse: made by me Shoes: Nine West Brooch, Earrings, and Hat: Vintage |
hello,ciao...so charming outfit...so nice photos...cheers!
ReplyDeleteFabulous little suit, the bolero is great! You have chosen a fantastic background for the photos. That second picture looks like it should be on the front of a 1950's fashion magazine. I hope you enjoy your new job.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kate! <3
DeleteOoohh, I swear, I was pondering that same question when packing for our current week in Vancouver. Ultimately, I left the straw toppers at home this time, but that was more so because I worry about them breaking/getting damaged (in my luggage and then in our crammed microscopically small trunk) more than some of my felt toppers. In general, I will still sport straw hats in the chilly months, especially when they're in dyed, darker colours.
ReplyDeleteThis outfit is so powerfully chic and just as lovely as lovely can be!
♥ Jessica
Thank you Jessica! I know what you mean, vintage straw hats can be quite delicate! I'm glad you agree they can be worn through winter, I just love straw hats and couldn't put them all away for months at a time!
DeleteThis is a wonderful shape on you, absolutely lovely. Good luck with your new job, and Happy Thanksgiving! Kx
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! Happy holidays to you too! :)
DeleteWhat a beautiful suit. I love the autumnal colors. The vintage brooch is great as well.
ReplyDeleteWow, Bianca, I liked this outfit right away, but I am especially impressed that you MADE it yourself! It looks vintage.
ReplyDeleteAnd, I think hats are appropriate any time of the year. It is a lovely had. And that pin - oh so beautiful!
Happy Friday!
:) Hope
Thank you hope! I'm so glad you think it looks vintage, that's totally my goal! :)
DeleteThis suit is so fab., and yes, the hat is perfect, regardless of the straw. I certainly think that with the darker color, you can get away with wearing it in the colder months. :) ❤
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bonita of Lavender & Twill
Thank you Bonita! <3
DeleteWhat a classy ensemble! I love the bolero, what a cute alternative to a full jacket. Super sewing skills! xx
ReplyDeleteThank you Porcelina! My tailoring skills are yet to be developed, soon though I hope to be making real jackets!
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