Did you remember to wear green today? Well if you did, good for you! And if you didn’t, I didn’t either until this afternoon. Sometimes I’m into it, and sometimes, well, I’m not… St. Patty’s day isn’t like HALLOWEEN, where you can make up a costume and pretend to be something.
Believe it or not, I don’t own that much green. Which is strange, because it’s actually a flattering color, as most colors are, if you get the right tint/tone/shade. I’ve had this Tartan jacket by Christian Francis Roth for some time, I don’t exactly know why I bought it, oh yes, because I love Wendy Brandes. But the jacket, while cute, doesn’t quite go with many things I have, and the box cut jacket is a particularly challenging silhouette for curvy people, but I loved nod to the early 60′s combined with the asymmetric detail so I bought it.
The boxy jacket wasn’t complete with out a hat. Really, we should all wear more hats anyway, I’m gong to the Vintage Fashion Expo over the weekend to see if I can pick up any more vintage hats. This vintage red beret I got from Market Publique, it really should make more appearances!
Jacket : Francis by Christian Francis Roth • Vintage Hat : Market Publique • Glasses : Cynthia Rowley • Jeans : Era of Chaos • Ballet Flats : Jessica Simpson (yes, now I have TWO pairs by her!)
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This retro look is beautiful on you
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I have some vintage hats, but I never wear them for several reasons, one of which is I have zero ability to do my hair. A fancy hat on a head of basic hair is no good.
Thanks for the reminder about the show this weekend. I was supposed to be working for a friend, but it fell through. Maybe I’ll sneak over there anyway. I think the prices are high though… or maybe my prices are too low….
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it’s funny because i use hats for the sole purpose of hiding my hair! actually, i’m still figuring my hair out… it’s a mess..
if you go, let me know! i’d love to meet you!
xx
I LOVE 60s style boxy jacket (I’m wearing one today) and that is a particularly great example. I think the trick for very curvy girls (like me) is to make sure they hit very high on the hips so you can see the waist curving back in again. This gives them more of a swing look which is very flattering.
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THANK YOU for pointing that out… I wasn’t sure what it was about this jacket that kept me from wearing it, and that’s it, I’m going to to shorten this jacket asap!
You’re very welcome ^_^
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holy batman, love that jacket.
helen xx
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i love this look on you! i like how you paired the boxy cut of the jacket with the figure flattering high waisted jeans. and of course i love the RED beret. gorgeous!
xxx
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every time i wear that hat, i sing the prince song, raspberry beret.. even though this is more of a cherry beret.
Love the vintage look…
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love the way you accessorize – very nice!
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thanks love!
very cute jennine! you look chic and classy
You look gorgeous but I hate your jacket
*cracking myself up*
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haha…well now i am thinking it needs to be altered…why does all his clothes need to be altered?
I altered every single piece! Cost me more than the clothes retailed for.
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beautiful outfit!
hey, happy st. patrick’s day… loved the cat-eyed glares
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thanks…they’re getting a lot of wears these days!
I love your jacket, it looks great with the red lipstick and beret!
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luv the jacket
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I adore it! And the beret was a fabulous choice.
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Lovely photos…I’m a curvy woman and wear lots of jackets. They make me feel comfortable and I love to add layers.
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layering adds so much to an outfit, you gotta love layers!
I am so in LOVE with that jacket! LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!
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LOVE that you’ve returned to SF! WELCOME BACK. I recognize the spot where you’re posed and wondering what cute new shop is going in there? Do you know? Will you give us the scoop soon? Hope so! Dig The Coveted!
What an adorable St. Patty’s day ensemble! xo.
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I love that jacket!!
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YES!! We all should wear more hats. You look darling.
Those high-waist jeans look beyond stunning with that plaid swing jacket!
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I love the jeans with this jacket. Beautiful!
I have some vintage hats, but I never wear them for several reasons, one of which is I have zero ability to do my hair. A fancy hat on a head of basic hair is no good.
i love this look on you! i like how you paired the boxy cut of the jacket with the figure flattering high waisted jeans. and of course i love the RED beret. gorgeous!
I love those Glasses by Cynthia Rowley!
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