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outfit: fancy floral

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on saturday, i got all dolled-up for no reason in particular. we were in the middle of a four-day rainstorm and i was lounging around in my pajamas, drinking coffee and slowly mustering up the energy to get dressed for the rainy day outside. i went into the bathroom and spotted a new set of fancy false lashes (mac #6) and decided to give them a try. i’ve only ever worn individual lashes from the drug store, so seeing these big doll eyes stare back at me was inspiration enough to try out a new do, so i went for it with a silly beehive bouffant.

and in the spirit of trying new things, i pulled out this bright pea coat that i procured on etsy several weeks back in an effort to incorporate more print and color into my life. and it certainly came in handy on such a gloomy day. in fact, i’d like to think that these bright flowers inspired the clouds to part with just enough time for a quick stroll through the mountain view cemetery.

wearing: thrifted vintage silk blouse, vintage floral pea coat, family affairs frankie leather skirt, target tights, vintage mary janes from pretty penny in oakland, ca, orla kiely gold leather holly bag.

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  1. I am LOVING that beehive look on you! I love how you were feeling all blah and then managed to whip up such a beautiful outfit. That blazer really is a gem- and it goes so well with your mustard tights! I love this whole look :)

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  3. That is exactly what you are supposed to do on a rainy day–dress in bright colors, grab a cute umbrella, and go play! You’re inspiring me to get out before the clouds go away. Rainy days don’t come around too often here in Southern California!

    – Jordan

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  14. This is such a cute look! It makes me wish your coat wasn’t vintage. If it were still available in any store right now, I’d snatch it right up! ;) Your hair is amazing too, btw.

    xoxo Azu

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    1. i know! that’s the catch with vintage. i love to wear it, but sometimes i feel bad that i don’t have something to link to. you should definitely search etsy! i remember seeing similar coats when i was browsing around for this one!

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  24. Um, you look wonderful as always? Like a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day. I haven’t worn lashes since my obsession with japanese fashion, but you do make me question a revival

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  29. Digging the vibrancy. As someone who was similarly trapped indoors by the weather, I admire your coping mechanism. I can’t help but reach for the blacks and greys in my closet, with weather like we had, but seeing you all floral-ified made me want to pull out some of my more summer stuff and give it a spin in these grey months.

    P.S. you look so much like the girl in the French film, Heartbeats in these photos. I think it’s the hair.
    P.P.S. if you have a moment to stop by my blog I would love to hear what you think of what I’m doing :) just getting started in this crazy blog community and have always loved your work.

    Thanks!
    Liz

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  30. I do the same thing! I sometimes force myself to mix things up, and I must say I haven’t regretted it yet. That coat is darling, good job bringing more color in.

    xoxo

    PS: Stop by my blog if you like cats, flowers, and thrift store adventures. I just did a “What’s in my Bag” post, and started my holiday gift guide!

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  34. I literally feel like dressing up everyday. But since I go to school, sometimes I feel like I’m just wasting an outfit if all I’m doing is going to class! It still doesn’t stop me though, haha. Loving the lashes! MAC has really nice falsies. I use them for special occasions all the time! Loving the bright floral peacoat. It’s definitely your style!

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  39. This outfit is perfection. You always manage to put together such fun clothing combinations, plus I really think you need to rock the beehive lock more often :-) x Fran

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  40. Oh my gosh, Erin, this entire look is so fucking pretty!! The coat, the skirt, your hair, your make-up! Do this again so I can take film photos of you.

    I’ve been wanting to try a beehive, too…I did Heidi braids yesterday and felt so special.

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  43. Oooh I love this! I’m feeling inspired to get brave and wear false lashes. My hair is about in the same stage of growing out and I think I’ll try out this ‘do for upcoming holiday dress-ups! Super cute!

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  46. I love this outfit oh so much! :) The muted blue skirt with the bright yellows is such a subtle way to incorporate contrasting colors. Clever!!!!

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  55. Great outfit :) I was just looking at the style gallery on ModCloth, and I saw your beautiful coat, and thought, wow that looks gorgeous, I feel like i’ve seen it before. Turns out I favourited it on Etsy :) Glad someone finally bought it!!!! Looks amazing on you :)

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