Vanity + Vintage #13

Saturday

Modern Girl, The New Bohemian:
I've been wearing this non-stop! I purchased this hat about a month ago to add to my collection, which seems to put me in a hybrid of reverie every time I wear it out; between a new-age western dame and an arbiter of mystic fashions. I bought it because I (loved it, and) realised that I didn't own a large-brimmed solid brown hat. Believe it or not, this style in particular, has quickly become a favourite. I'm certain it has to do with the enormous brim that may be contoured to my liking. 

Enter: the vintage clutch! This clutch is significant to me because when I acquired it when I wasn't actually seeking anything for myself. I had a list of items to find for a past styling job, I was so focused on the mission at hand that this little treasure almost passed me by. 


However, I did hear the fashion angels sing in a soft ballad - a faint whisper calling my name, yet with a guilt-free intention and only to make its presence known. So, I turned around to glance at the caramel colour, touched it twice, and was captured by the woven details. Then, I began to open and close it as if I needed to get the maximum use out of it in seconds ... this lead to the instant confirmation that I'd be taking this clutch home ... and I did!


With the volatile climate in pretty much every location, I decided to wear cable-knit tights and take the new hat out for the world to view. It seemed to be a plausible reason to wear it once more. The next few work days were followed by donning long gloves and a tailored blazer of course. But, for now, I'm enjoying these threads.
 A few items I'm loving: Pumpkin colour, forever Fair isle knits, plums, and golds.


The goods: Yellow beaded necklace, lucite beaded pendant-gifted, Oxfords-F21= I know can't believe it either, Ha!, Retro dress-Thrifted, Leather clutch-vintage shop, Scarf-c/o Goorin Brothers, Hat-Steinmart, Knit tights-Anthropologie.

45 comments

  1. SACRAMENTO Amate19 November

    Absolutely gorgeous ensemble, dear Madison.
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  2. Love the big floppy hat!

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  3. Madison, you look amazing as usual.  Love the whole look, and I think I need those shoes!

    xoxo
    Cyrillynn

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  4. I love the hat so much! People should wear hats more often! And, I love the layers around your neck and the mustard shoes. So cute, so fun, so lovely!

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  5. Oh thanks! I agree and love hats very much. Just cannot get enough! 

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  6. Love your hat & clutch doll!*

    xXx

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  7. aww, thanks Cyrillynn, that's so sweet. haha, I love mustard yellows forever! :-) 

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  8. Hey modern boho girl, u look wonderful in this combination!!!:) Love your clutch and pretty scarf!! Enjoy your Sunday!!
    xoxo
    Jelena (glamfabchameleon.blogspot.com)
    Glam Chameleon Jewelry giveaway

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  9. Kaśka Kiepas20 November

    i very like your hat:) kisses, http://callifornication.blogspot.com

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  10. WOW WOW WOW, so loving this look! How are you not cold though beautiful?
    x.o.x.o

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  11. Ooo I love this! Your tights are fantastic, your shoes are perfect & your outfit is amazing!

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  12. How smart and chic... I really, really like this modern update of bohemian style!  Fantastic!

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  13. I am so in love with this look. You look so chic in your floppy hat and I love the color of your clutch. Definitely has a western feel to it.

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  14. Love the look! When I got my floppy hat, I didn't think I'd be wearing it much, but it's definitely one of my most worn accessories. They're just so fun :)









    xx Kara
    Sprinkles in Springs

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  15. Oh thank you Lauren! I love this hat so much. xo

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  16. haha, thanks lovely! Enjoy your weekend dear... and the food of course!

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  17. Hey there Jelena, how are you dear. Thanks so much for the comment. I hope that you enjoy your Sunday as well. xxoo

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  18. You're so sweet. Thank you Kirstin! 

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  19. Muah! Thanks Sacramento! 
    Hope the healing process is going speedy, sweets! xxoo

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  20. Love this look, I'd wear the exact same things if I had them! :)
    And I actually wear a huge brown floppy hat in my latest post. Great minds... :)

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  21. If an item calls to you, you can't deny it! That clutch does have great woven details!  I hope you're having a lovely weekend dear!

    xoxo,Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  22. The hat looks smashing on you! Love the large brim, the soft shape is really lovely.

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  23. I love the shoes and the clutch!

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  24. gorgeous dress and i love love the color combination. the blue looks amazing with the grey tights! perfect casual fall look 

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  25. GlamKitten8821 November

    I love the boho look!  I don't pull it off very well (at all), but you look super adorable.  The hat makes the outfit.

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  26. I love the way you styled your outfit babe :) xx

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  27. you look fabulous! Love the sweater <3
    Xox <3 An Only 3 days left to enter my giveaway for a pair of Buffalo Skinny Jeans :)

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  28. So glad that you like it too, welcome to Fashion Tales. :-)

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  29. Ooh, way to go us! I love my floppy hat! brings a smile to my face. Happy Monday. 

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  30. Oh to Be a Muse21 November

    love the hat and the oxfords. by the way, you're my Featured Fashionista on the Muse today!

    http://www.ohtobeamuse.com/2011/11/featured-fashionista-madison.html

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  31. OMG I want this outfit!!

    p.s. saw your feature on Oh To Be A Muse!! You look fab!!!


    xoxo

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  32. Yay! Thanks so much dear. I love these oxfords as well.

    *Also, I am only in London for work at the moment, I will be back in  the States very soon, lol. 

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  33. I love this combination. The shoes just pop over the grey tights. The scarf and hat add so much trendiness to the whole outfit.
    Daphne.
    http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com

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  34. Love the hat and the oxfords and the mixture of colors and textures!
    You are a cool looking hippie!
    Have a lovely week,

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  35. This look is so great! I love the hat!

    -Ellie

    www.citybrewed.com

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  36. I love the hat and the clutch and shoes. They are the perfect finishing touch to the outfit. I hope you are enjoying your time in London.

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  37. cute!! love the bag
    xo
    MosaMuse

    MosaMuse.blogspot.com

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  38. Loving everything about this outfit - especially that clutch! :)

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  39. Love your hat!  I really want both a hat like that and a clutch.  Soon I hope!

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  40. What a pretty outfit! I love your dress. <3 

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  41. Now THIS is my kind of outfit!  The colors are great, and I love tights and oxfords..just lovely!

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