The days of wool skirts and sweaters are here!

The title of this blog says it all! Well actually, for a long time now. I have been really anxious to wear my winter clothes, but I have to remind myself that I live in Arizona! Can you believe that the high in Tucson on Wednesday was 55 degrees! I know some of you that live in really cold weather are chuckling at me right now, but that is cold for us. I was so thrilled! So here are some pics of my outfits the last couple of days!

Wednesday's Outfit:

Navy, green and yellow argyle print cardigan- vintage inspired repro from guess? "Target!"

1940's inspired dungarees- Freddies of Pinewood

Vintage spectator loafers- estate sale find

My accessories included a yellow skinny belt, vintage spectator purse, 1940's ivory earrings, and a green chiffon scarf tied around the back of my hair.

Thursday's Outfit:

One of my favorite Vintage wool skirts is this little black, red & tan number. I found this at a thrift store about two years ago for a whopping $3.00!

Outfit details: This outfit is definitely a little more 1930's era. My blouse is a Vintage inspired reproduction that I found while shopping for bed sheets at T.J. Maxx last year (love it when you find something you didn't expect to!). It caught my eye because of the deco looking ruffles on the collar and down the front of the blouse (sorry the wind was blowing ruffles and my hair away!) Shortly after I found that fabulous blouse. I found these great reproduction shoes at Dillard's (Steve Madden). Would you believe they have the same pattern of ruffles down the t-strap! I accessorized with a red beret, red belt, black fully fashioned seamed stockings, ivory colored cardigan, Vintage black purse, Vintage ivory earrings and ivory bangle.

I hope you all have a lovely weekend and a Happy Halloween! I can't wait to post a picture of my costume and I hope to read and see pictures of all of yours too!

xoxo,

Syd

Suits & Boots & Hats oh my!

The cozy feeling of Winter! It's one of my favorite seasons. I love to feel the cold weather on my nose and the smell of the fireplace burning in my house. I also look forward to all the Holiday's the Winter brings!

There is no doubt about it! When I think of the seasons of fall and winter. Some of the elements that come into mind are gabardine, wool, knit, cashmere, felt, & fur. I will be the first to admit that because I live in a dry desert, I get way to anxious for Winter to arrive. I start thinking about getting cold and cozy in a sweater around August, when it is a blithering 105 degrees outside. A few of my Fall/Winter staples are definitely; suits, high waist trousers, sweaters, wool skirts, coats, boots and head wear (hats, turbans, scarves). My favorite accessories for Winter are definitely hats & gloves! Since I don't get to wear them to often in the summers here in Tucson. Unless it's a straw summer hat, it's just way too hot here!

One of my favorite Vintage suit makers was definitely Lili Ann. She made some wonderful pieces with amazing lines and peplums. Here are a few I would have liked to have in my closet.

Photos from Vintageous

Another item that I have on my wish list is a pair of 1940's boots with fur on the top. These ones im-

particular!!

Photo from Ebay

I have a beautiful pair of suede Vintage reproduction ones that I found last year. However, they are lacking the fur on top (sigh). Even though I wear a size 6 1/2 which is pretty average. I still have a hard time cramming my foot into Vintage shoes. Once in a while I am lucky to find a pair that fit. I have come across this style of boot before, but good luck getting them to fit!

And coats! oh the gorgeous choice of coats! I just can't get enough of them. Princess coats, swing coats, furs, polo coats. I love them all! Here is a few to feast your eyes on.

Photos from Posh Girl Vintage

I was lucky enough to find a swing coat similar to this one, but in navy blue at Buffalo Exchange about a month ago! That was a score for the day let me tell you!

Over the last couple of months, I have added a few new Winter pieces to my wardrobe. I definitely can't wait to style my Vintage Winter wardrobe and take some outfit pics. I guess I will just have to sit tight and be patient enough for the weather to come to a steady cool!

I hope you all enjoy your lovely Saturday's!

xoxo,

Syd,