Onyx and Pearl

Often when the sun shines it makes you envision warm places and chilled beverages. It may even trigger the urge of wanting to don pieces that you cannot wait to slip into for the season of flowery threads and open-toed soles.

But, then reality sets in and you hear the whistling of the wind or the crackling of branches as they sway side to side waving in rhythm with the wind. Instantly, the thought of breaking out my new sandal wedges just did not seem timely or suitable for such a cold day.

The only thing that I could think of after an extended glance through the window pane was to pack on the layers! So, to make a blah morning into a fashionably darker one, so to speak ... yes, this time black was the answer! I paired my ruffled dress that I made years prior (worn as a skirt) with a black and white lace tank and then added a cardigan.

This was an oldie, but goodie outfit some time ago amongst the data that survived.
I really love this oversize coat mostly because of the collar. In fact, I believe that's really the only reason I bought it, and because I did need a heavier coat, of course. The fun details: the collar can stand tall and dramatic without even falling, and that's always okay with me!

The goods:  Coat-Zara (Similar), Bow flats-Salvatore Ferragamo (Similar), Floral brooch-Ladyofashion handmade, Ruffle dress-Ladyofashion design (Similar), Leatherette Trousers-eBay, Lace tank-White House Black Market, Cardigan-Express, Costume pearls-thrifted, Patent leather croc-bag-Vintage, Rock ring-DIY.

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