Saturday, November 20, 2010

Day 13: No, Donny, these men are nihilists. There's nothing to be afraid of.

I don't know why this outfit reminds me of The Dude, but it does. Maybe because its the socially acceptable equivalent of leaving the house in a bathrobe and sweatpants? I don't know. But I'm gonna roll with it, because, basically, it is the socially acceptable equivalent of leaving the house in a bathrobe and sweatpants, and that's where I'm at today. Also, because any excuse to wear this sweater is a good excuse. Also, sweet merciful heaven, I am so deliciously cozy right now. These gloves came from my favorite thrift store, Village Merchants on Division. They are buttery soft and smell like pipe tobacco. Sometimes, I just bury my nose in my hands and breathe...true story.


Please note that I am having a random good hair day! Smashing! Don't you love it when that happens? Lately my hair has just been hideously awkward, and, while ordinarily my response to that would be a quick and vengeful snicker-snack with the vorpal scissors, I am resolved this time to persevere! The pixie years are over! I want pretty girl hair, dammit! Here are some close ups of my incredible scarf. The label is called Noa Noa, out of Denmark, and everything they make is magical and hideously expensive. This was a gift from some very lovely friends. Also, my pretty Victorian enamel earrings. They have been re-set with screw backs, as I do not have pierced ears!

 

Banana Republic wool trousers, swapped and altered; Sweatshirt, thrifted; Sweater coat, Anthropologie; NoaNoa faux fur lined obi/scarf/cowl thingy, gift; Silk blend OTKs, Sock Dreams; Carlos beaded boots, TJ Maxx; Vintage cashmere lined gloves, thrifted; Victorian enamel earrings, gift from Mom.

15 comments:

  1. Oh those gloves look very luxe! As does the scarf, what nice friends :)

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  2. I love your gloves, and your hairstyle is so chic!
    From Carys of La Ville Inconnue

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  3. Just discovered your blog and love it! Now following you xx

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  4. Love that cozy sweater! And the shoes, are those studs I spy??

    www.plentyforpennies.blogspot.com

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  5. I'm loving this cozy outfit!! I wanna steal that big scarf... with the adorable faux fur detailing! And your hair is fab! I wish I can have a good hair day like that everyday :P

    xo
    Sands

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  6. On Division? Are you a fellow Portland remixer?
    The Auspicious Life

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  7. Gorgeous :)))

    Love
    minnja

    http://minnja.blogspot.com/

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  8. you look pretty cozy yourself!!! and love those earrings!!

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  9. hhahah i would venture to say that you're a touch classier than jeff bridges.

    also, my dad was leafing through the new The Territory Ahead catalogue the other day and he starts FREAKING OUT. "elle elle come here and look at this!"

    they have made a new man's cardigan with a thunderbird on the back and a shawl collar and they named it "the dude abides." now i feel obligated to get it for him for christmas. haha.

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  10. You're adorable! I just stumbled across your blog :) Love it!

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  11. I don't know though, Rose, this outfit really struck me as high fashion. I mean, yes, you could be The Dude's sister, but I bet the Olsen twins are his cousins seeing as how they like to dress in uber drapey, uber sweatpant-esque outfits. & we all know that the fashion world regards them as top notch. The shoes really make this outfit, but honestly, I think it could stand alone without them.

    All that to say, I LOVE IT!

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  12. Gosh, you guys blow me away with your thoughtful comments...@Plenty, the shoes are sort of beaded...like little necklaces. I thought they really had panache. @Elle and Hiedi, The Dude is a total style icon, right? Hiedi, your thoughts on the Olsen twins made me snort. Elle, your dad's the man, and I want that sweater.@Linda...guess what all the little Portland hipster boys will be sporting this winter? Elle's dad's sweater!

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  13. wow you are so adorable! love this outfit, such a fun mix of textures!

    xoxo

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  14. This outfit is absolute perfection. I NEED those gloves, I will be stopping by Village Merchants as soon as I get home! Not that I expect to find the exact same thing, but a girl can hope.

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  15. I NEVER don't find something amazing there. Which is why I'm staying far, far away until this is over! And then? Game. On.

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