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Fashion Tales - ladyofashion
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.
Throw in some tulle, lace, and a vintage lustrous bag ... well then I believe we have my cultured day look! Are you donning any different threads this weekend to stay warm and comfortable during your leisure activities?

Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Russian fashion Inspiration
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.
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50 comments

  1. Veronica of Best of Palm Beach14 January

    Work that hat honey! Not too many people can pull that off. You look great :)

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    1. FASHION TALES15 January

      lol, Thanks so much Veronica! I'm very fond of this hat. xo :)

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  2. Fashion Confessions of a Mommy15 January

    Such a cute combination. Love the ruffled skirt.
    Daphne.
    http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com

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  3. SACRAMENTO15 January

    Gorgeous clash of textures, sooooooooooooo beautiful
    Much better bigger photos, even better if they were bigger.
    I want to see all the details.
    HAVE A GRAND DAY,dear madison
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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    1. FASHION TALES15 January

      Haha! Oh Sacramento, glad that you liked them extra grande for you dear! xxoo

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  4. Fashion Pad15 January

    OMG that lace skirt is soooo fab! You really pulled off this entire look nicely!

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  5. Kara Endres15 January

    Sooo cute@2cc1a08e784ee9220fd0cf3dea92d2b6  I'm loving that skirt, esp how you mixed all the different  textures together. And the hat is great!!








    xx Kara
    Sprinkles in Springs

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  6. Shasie15 January

    I love it! That cardigan is so fun, vintage!

    Shasie of Live
    Life in Style

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  7. Audrey Allure15 January

    Loving that sweater with the elbow patches!

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  8. Ladyofashion15 January

    Thanks Kara! Did you mean to put Sacramento's name here? Glad that you liked the textures, I'm a fan of mixing fabrics. 

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  9. Ladyofashion15 January

    I thought it was a nice touch! -xo Happy Sunday!

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  10. Ladyofashion15 January

    Haha! Oh Sacramento, glad that you liked them, extra grande for you dear. -xxoo

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  11. Ladyofashion15 January

    lol, Thanks so much Veronica! I'm very fond of this hat. xo

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  12. Closet Fashionista15 January

    OOH! I love that sweater and your legwarmers :) Such a fun outfit :)
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  13. Flaviana15 January

    really nice hun!

    Check out my new post!MY BLOG: Dress up for armageddon

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  14. Da Paura15 January

    That sweater is amazing and I love how you styled it!

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  15. francesca romana capizzi15 January

    How cool is this outfit? I love the retro taste of it and I love the bag!!
    xx
    http://dontcallmefashionblogger.blogspot.com/ 

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  16. Madeline Quaint15 January

    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. :)

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  17. Ladyofashion15 January

    Thanks hun, it's one of my favourites at the moment. :)

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  18. Ladyofashion15 January

    Oh what a sweet comment Madeline. Pretty much sums it up indeed. -xo Happy weekend to you dear. 

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  19. Sick by Trend15 January

    Fabulous photos! I really like the skirt :D

    xxwww.sickbytrend.com

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  20. Fashberries16 January

    Lovin the skirt and cute ensemble.  Was soo excited when I saw your post with the Ghanaian flag since am Ghanaian as well :) :)
    http://fashberries.blogspot.com/

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  21. GlamKitten8816 January

    This skirt is really, unbelievably gorgeous.  I love how feminine it is, and the boots are great.

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

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  22. Ladyofashion16 January

    Oh how wonderful! Welcome here. Thanks so much for reading that post. Hope to see you visit back soon. Happy New Year. :-)

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  23. oh my dior16 January

    brown looks great on you honey!

    http://www.ohmydior.org/

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  24. Hautemessinhollywood16 January

    I love anything with elbow patches. Such a great extra little touch.

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  25. leia16 January

    You are just so gorgeous! And I love this look!

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  26. The Dainty Doll's House16 January

    Love how this is all put together, looks fantasitc and effortless! Adore that hat!! Happy monday doll x

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  27. Jamillah16 January

    Hmmmm, I feel I need to do this exercise. Dig into the archives and dawn something I haven't worn in a while. 

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  28. Alexis Grace16 January

    I love your playfulness with different textures and materials here!  Always so clever!

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  29. Josie16 January

    I ADORE those elbow patches!
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  30. Ladyofashion16 January

    Thanks dear! I  love hats. -xx

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  31. Ladyofashion16 January

    So do I... glad that you love them as well. -xo

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  32. Ladyofashion17 January

    :) Thanks doll, hope your week is going well so far.

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  33. meagan17 January

    Those sweater socks are perfection. Love your hat too!
    -Meaganwww.spunkychateau.com

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  34. Oh to be a Muse17 January

    I love your makeup and hat in this post. And the whimsical skirt is fab too.

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  35. Mary Jo at Trustyourstyle17 January

    Looks like you are having so much fun with your fashion and that's what it's all about!

    xo Mary Jo

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  36. Chanel17 January

    Very up-scale! Love it!!

    Stay FABulous,
    http://stylespotlighted.blogspot.com

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  37. A Fine Balance17 January

    I love this sweater its so different a little like a tweed jacket but I love how youve paired it with a fun skirt :)

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  38. Cafe Fashionista17 January

    You never cease to amaze me with your style. I absolutely LOVE this look - especially that hat!  :)

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  39. Neris17 January

    looking great! love the white skirt with boots!

    xxx,

    Fashion Fractions

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  40. Fabrizia Spinelli17 January

    Such a great post, I like it!!! The
    photos are simply fab!


     


    Take a look and if you want we can
    follow each others: Cosa mi metto???

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  41. @PearlWestwood17 January

    You can't beat an elbow patch! Lovely outfit, looks like you are off on a fantastic adventure xx

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  42. Ladyofashion18 January

    Thanks Fabrizia! -xx

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  43. Ladyofashion18 January

    -xo Muah! Thanks Erika! I do love this hat.

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  44. Ladyofashion18 January

    I am, and I agree, definitely need to have fun with fashion! Thanks Mary Jo!

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  45. Ladyofashion18 January

    These socks keep you soooo warm too! thanks! -xo

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  46. Ladyofashion19 January

    I hope that you do Jamillah! It's definitely a good feeling to wear those archived items. -xo

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  47. Fashnlvr19 January

    I 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!!

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  48. heatherfonseca20 January

    Love 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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