
September 22, 2014
Mission #42, day 1--CAPES--Crocheted Cape
Capes are amazing. They add drama, I think, to any outfit. The only problem? Fall seems to be the only really appropriate time to use a cape. A cape is not warm enough for winter and really cold months, and too damn hot in the summer and hot months. Spring is ok, but it seems a bit more acceptable in the fall. And if you live in Colorado, that's not a big window.
On this day, it was particularly chilly and the cape was amazingly perfect for the weather. It was like wearing a cozy afghan, like my Grandma Marlys used to knit. And it could be a nice "in case of" while the office A/C learns it's no longer in the 90's outside.
I scooped this little ditty up at Goodwill a year or so ago. It was one of those items that when I saw it I had a "OMGhowcouldanyoneletyougetaway" moment. So big. So cozy. So neutrally colored.
I liked the boho vibe of the cape and thus I decided to go with it in this look. The chambray is casual and western, the palazzo pants are an obvious hippie-esque item, the wooden clogs just finished it off.
It's kind of strange to think that this was the weather in general for a few weeks there. It was cloudy, rainy, misty, chilly and grey for a while. Then out of nowhere it raced back up in the 90's. But it was kind of a fun little fall preview.
Although I'm still not totally sold on fall. I get a little excited about the holidays coming up and the heat cooling down. I get all cliche sentimental and start yearning for pumpkin bars and crunchy leaves and days that seem as still and crisp as the air.
But those days are short. And as precious as they are . . . it means that soon we'll get into winter. And winter would be just fine if it were six weeks long. But soon it will be January--a new year. And by then, err'body is d-o-n-e with winter.
But for now--while there are occasional days when the air is juuuuuust slightly nippy--capes. For sure.
White Crocheted Cape-vintage; Chambray Button Down-Lee; Paisley Palazzo Pants-Target; Clogs-gifted; Earrings-gifted; Bracelet-souvenir from Four Corners;

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Your red jacket is awesome and the wide leg sailor pants....awesome-r! I love this look.
I love thrifting. About 80 to 85% of what I own was thrifted. My sis doesn't like thrifting for all the reasons you mentioned but me, I don't mind at all for all the good reasons you've also pointed out. Friends see my wardrobe and think that I have a lot of money to throw away on clothes. I know I don't.
The good thing about thrifting here is that the clothes come from different parts of the world, mostly Asian brands and most of the quality is great.
I love thrifting. About 80 to 85% of what I own was thrifted. My sis doesn't like thrifting for all the reasons you mentioned but me, I don't mind at all for all the good reasons you've also pointed out. Friends see my wardrobe and think that I have a lot of money to throw away on clothes. I know I don't.
The good thing about thrifting here is that the clothes come from different parts of the world, mostly Asian brands and most of the quality is great.
Love the mix of masculine military vest and very feminine pink skirt!
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Serious bragging rights you've got there, Frannie! State Senator! Wow! Kudos to Conner!
Now I've seen a lovely way to style my brown skirt. Cute look.
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Now I've seen a lovely way to style my brown skirt. Cute look.
I wish I knew suggestions to give about Kaden. I'm sorry that I don't.
How badly do I want that sweater!! I love it.... I'm now following you by email.
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I've been wanting a white blazer for so long. Love yours. Cute look.
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I understand its good to be responsible about spending money, but when a Giorgio Armani item is that dirt cheap you'll be needing jail to keep me from getting them. Looooove your dress; all the pockets and buttons! it's so fab with the leo shoes.
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Wow, Robin! I love this look! Fab spiked cap! Cute sandals too.
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Love your relaxed look. Acceptance of people from a different culture, ethics, sexuality, color, e.t.c is something a lot of people (myself inclusive) need to learn. I think that it's an individual thing. And is a pointer to how open-minded and humane someone truly is. I think that at first there is the shock to overcome and then if someone is open-minded they become accepting of the other person.
I must confess I did wonder about some of your work outfits, but you're lucky τ̲̅☺ have such relaxed dress code at work. I like the occasional power suit myself but on the regular I don't. Cute monochrome look. Love your necklace.
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Cute skirt. Love the look, Frannie.
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