Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Good Riddance

[Shirt; L.L.Bean, thrifted (similar); Cardigan: J.Crew factory; Jeans: Citizens of Humanity; Necklace: J.Crew factory; Boots: vintage Salvatore Ferragamo (similar, dreamy current version here), Ring: Aloha Sunday]


Ya'll are probably sick of hearing me (and every blogger out there) talk about impending weather changes, but I want winter to know just how unwelcome it is here. I'm being gracious, though, and giving winter-only items like this flannel shirt a few last opportunities to see the light of day.

In all seriousness, though, this L.L.Bean shirt was part of major thrifting bounty in January. It reminds me of the fabulous plaids that J.Crew had been putting out this season, but was way more appealing with its $5 price tag. This is one thing I will miss about winter: it's easier to find large and cozy sweaters and flannels at thrift stores than it is scoring the cute dresses I live in come the warmer weather. Any suggestions? Should I learn some alteration skills or what?

Oh, and this is how I feel when I think about spring coming:


All photos by Mikhail Glabets

41 comments:

  1. great casual preppy look, love it!
    xx Kate

    The Style Department

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  2. Winter, blah. Who isn't over it? I have been on the hunt for a great vinage LLBean plaid like this. I really like the J CrewXNili Lotan jacket but not the $$. At any rate, can we dish about your floors please (I know, random)?! Rustic perfection!

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    1. Thanks! Our landlords renovated the place before we moved in and discovered these beauties under years of awful laminate flooring!

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  3. All this winter hating is a real group think! If it makes others feel better, LA has been really cold so no need to be envious!!!!

    (='.'=)
    -Lauren at adorn la femme

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    1. I think the New England winters make you a little insane by the end of it, so it's all we can talk about at this point haha!

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  4. I had a similar post today except I was craving the colder weather as we're in the middle of Summer down here. I guess we all just long for a change (:

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  5. Such a cute outfit! I am in love with that shirt. Altering most skirts is actually really easy, even some dresses. Most of my closet is thrifted at this point, and just being able to do a few quick stitches here and there makes it so I can thrift almost any skirt (and a lot of dresses) and just bring them down to my size.

    I am totally with you on winter - ready to be done with it!

    Josie
    FineandFeathered.com

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    1. Good to know! I will have to look up some quick sewing tips—it's been a while!

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  6. Cute outfit! As for altering warm weather clothing, I so recommend it! I don't do it anymore since I have much less time but a number of years ago I used to reconstruct vintage clothing to create new pieces from old ones.

    xo, alison*elle

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    1. That sounds awesome! I wish I had those skills!

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  7. lovely outfit!!
    I like the jumping pic :)

    x
    http://www.worryaboutitlaterr.blogspot.com

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  8. Love your pictures!
    Cute top too.

    Pia
    pjmscloset.blogspot.ca

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  9. Loving this look however I feel you not a fan of the colder seasons kind of dreading winter coming to S.A.

    xo Meg<3

    Meghan Silva's Blog

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  10. Love, love, love!!!

    www.goodbadandfab.com
    personal style and fashion musings of a LA fashion lawyer living life in the fab lane!

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  11. Your blog is stunning, as are you! I am now following you and your awesome style!
    If you could give me your thoughts on my latest post that would SERIOUSLY make my day.
    XOXO
    Morgan
    http://thesocialboutique.blogspot.com

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  12. Seriously LOVE this outfit! Simply perfect.
    www.shannonheartsblog.com

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  13. the plaid shirt is lovely! xx

    coffeebooksandcitylights.blogspot.com/
    facebook.com/rocknrolllies

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  14. Love the JUMP pose! That shirt is my favorite :)

    xx Michelle

    Fierce & Fashionable

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  15. Loving your boots :)

    http://www.facebook.com/AmandaChicFashionRoomLounge?ref=hl
    http://fashionroomlounge.blogspot.com.es/

    A chic kiss ;)

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  16. I actually love winter ha, I'm probably the only one saying that. But I do have to admit; being able to run outside without my knees freezing definitely gives me the 'jump for joy and flip my hurrrr' feeling too.

    SIDEWALKCATWALKS.com

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  17. Um I LOVE this casual outfit...SO cute! I cannot wait for the freakin' spring...especially because the wind is SO ridiculous today I'm probably going to get blown away on my way to work :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  18. Nice post! you look great!Would love to follow each other!
    Just follow and let me know!
    I alway's follow back!!!
    xx chloechante.blogspot.com

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  19. Haha I love this look!! That final photo is just perfection. Looking outside my window and seeing rain/snow/ice makes me want to scream. Spring please!!

    Love your blog!
    xx
    Ellie

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  20. I love this plaid shirt! Love the jumping photo too!!

    two-leaf-clover.com

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  21. Casual but so stylish
    Really impressive blog, love your style. If you want check mine and we could follow each other:-)
    Kisses
    Aga

    New posts
    Ethnic sweater trend!
    www.agasuitcase.com

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  22. Love your look and your shirt is amazing. If you get a sec, check out my latest post 'Maxi Skirt and Leather Jacket'.

    Kisses
    Sofia

    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

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  23. such a cute top on you. love the classic colors.

    xxx
    Lady à la Mode

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  24. I too love J. Crew's plaids, but hate the prices. That was a great find and I love all the colors.
    Tara
    Penniless Socialite

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  25. lol loving that last photo! so cute!

    xox Lara www.weheartbeautyblog.com

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  26. haha love the last jumping pic :) I think just about everyone is ready for spring. Cute plaid shirt :)

    Mili from call me, Maeby

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  27. What a great thrift store find! It's the perfect plaid.
    --Lily
    www.fifthfreedomfashion.blogspot.com

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  28. haha and I'm one of those bloggers that keeps commenting about the weather too! I love this look on you. You can't go wrong with plaid! You are darling :). Love your blog! Would you like to follow each other???

    xo
    Emily
    The Rancher's Daughter

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  29. Love your look. I am wearing more winter clothes now that spring is almost here...especially, the ones I will miss.
    See you in my blog, maybe.
    xxx
    Nina
    http://trendsurvivor.com/

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