
Undoubtedly inspiration comes in various ways for me. Thus, I managed to muster items that I haven't worn in a while. The gathering session did not take long, because I halted at one of my favourite cardigans. The colour blocked cozy knit with original elbow patches! Oh yes, I do fancy the patches, in fact, I've several articles of clothing that sport the elbow patch very well ... in my opinion.
A fitted retro blazer and vintage tweed jacket comes to mind when instantly thinking of patched styles from my wardrobe. Even a few professors or liberty uniform elements may abruptly enter one's thoughts when pondering about who wore past patches. Though, in earlier times it was more for functional purposes and less of a fashion statement.
But, the beauty in keeping garments that you love is that it may exceed any fashion cycle, resurface within years or decades! I decided to bring back a worldly medley of what is keeping me warm and styling today; which also includes my latest crafting piece, a convertible hat made from vintage fur. Not quite the ushanka, but obviously inspired from one.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend!

The goods: Handbag-vintage, Lace skirt-seen here, Retro cardigan-charity shop, Leg warmers-gifted, Leather boots-Pam/Nordstroms, Tweed/leather gloves-Target, Vintage fur hat-Ladyofashion, leather suitcase-seen here.
Work that hat honey! Not too many people can pull that off. You look great :)
ReplyDeletelol, Thanks so much Veronica! I'm very fond of this hat. xo :)
DeleteSuch a cute combination. Love the ruffled skirt.
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Gorgeous clash of textures, sooooooooooooo beautiful
ReplyDeleteMuch better bigger photos, even better if they were bigger.
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Haha! Oh Sacramento, glad that you liked them extra grande for you dear! xxoo
DeleteOMG that lace skirt is soooo fab! You really pulled off this entire look nicely!
ReplyDeleteSooo cute@2cc1a08e784ee9220fd0cf3dea92d2b6 I'm loving that skirt, esp how you mixed all the different textures together. And the hat is great!!
ReplyDeletexx Kara
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I love it! That cardigan is so fun, vintage!
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Loving that sweater with the elbow patches!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kara! Did you mean to put Sacramento's name here? Glad that you liked the textures, I'm a fan of mixing fabrics.
ReplyDeleteI thought it was a nice touch! -xo Happy Sunday!
ReplyDeleteHaha! Oh Sacramento, glad that you liked them, extra grande for you dear. -xxoo
ReplyDeletelol, Thanks so much Veronica! I'm very fond of this hat. xo
ReplyDeleteOOH! I love that sweater and your legwarmers :) Such a fun outfit :)
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That sweater is amazing and I love how you styled it!
ReplyDeleteHow cool is this outfit? I love the retro taste of it and I love the bag!!
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This outfit has a lovely historic vibe which suits you really well! A modern spin on a turn of the century travelling outfit of a lady. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks hun, it's one of my favourites at the moment. :)
ReplyDeleteOh what a sweet comment Madeline. Pretty much sums it up indeed. -xo Happy weekend to you dear.
ReplyDeleteFabulous photos! I really like the skirt :D
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Lovin the skirt and cute ensemble. Was soo excited when I saw your post with the Ghanaian flag since am Ghanaian as well :) :)
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This skirt is really, unbelievably gorgeous. I love how feminine it is, and the boots are great.
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ReplyDeletebrown looks great on you honey!
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I love anything with elbow patches. Such a great extra little touch.
ReplyDeleteYou are just so gorgeous! And I love this look!
ReplyDeleteLove how this is all put together, looks fantasitc and effortless! Adore that hat!! Happy monday doll x
ReplyDeleteHmmmm, I feel I need to do this exercise. Dig into the archives and dawn something I haven't worn in a while.
ReplyDeleteI love your playfulness with different textures and materials here! Always so clever!
ReplyDeleteI ADORE those elbow patches!
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Thanks dear! I love hats. -xx
ReplyDeleteSo do I... glad that you love them as well. -xo
ReplyDelete:) Thanks doll, hope your week is going well so far.
ReplyDeleteThose sweater socks are perfection. Love your hat too!
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I love your makeup and hat in this post. And the whimsical skirt is fab too.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you are having so much fun with your fashion and that's what it's all about!
ReplyDeletexo Mary Jo
Very up-scale! Love it!!
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I love this sweater its so different a little like a tweed jacket but I love how youve paired it with a fun skirt :)
ReplyDeleteYou never cease to amaze me with your style. I absolutely LOVE this look - especially that hat! :)
ReplyDeletelooking great! love the white skirt with boots!
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You can't beat an elbow patch! Lovely outfit, looks like you are off on a fantastic adventure xx
ReplyDeleteThanks Fabrizia! -xx
ReplyDelete-xo Muah! Thanks Erika! I do love this hat.
ReplyDeleteI am, and I agree, definitely need to have fun with fashion! Thanks Mary Jo!
ReplyDeleteThese socks keep you soooo warm too! thanks! -xo
ReplyDeleteI hope that you do Jamillah! It's definitely a good feeling to wear those archived items. -xo
ReplyDeleteI agree! It completely has a historic feel to it but I couldn't quite put my finger on it. You nailed it with turn-of-the-century traveling outfit. That is exactly it! Yet it looks so fresh and current at the same time. Love it!!
ReplyDeleteLove the fitted sweater with the fluffy skirt! I've always loved that cut of sweater, but it doesn't matter what I do they never look good on me. You look great in it though, and the colors are fabulous too!
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