Golds and Greys, Florals and Stripes

There's not much worse than running into somebody you know and having them ask you, "Are you okay? You don't look like you feel very well." Well, golly, gee. Thanks for the compliment!

Fortunately, as I was armed with red lipstick and blush, nobody has been able to tell that I am sick until either A: I open my mouth to speak.  B: I withdraw my arsenal of tissues and obnoxiously blow my nose. or C: Do not respond to text messages or cell phone calls because I have been put under, courtesy of Theraflu.

Anyway, I guess this nasty sinus cold thing has been going around my group of Canton friends, so it was only a matter of time before I fell prey. Though I have been trying not to sleep the whole day away as there are things to be done around here! I've found that dressing up has helped me be more productive, when all I really want to do is cuddle up on bed with a box of tissues, a pot of tea, and a Netflix movie.

This particular jacket I found at a local antique mall. It was pretty boxy, so I took it in generously around the waist, which makes the last button stay open and form a nice V shape at my waist. Much more flattering, I think. The last effort at tailoring the jacket was to pair it with a high waist pleated skirt and wrap a belt around it.

Outfit Details:

Blouse: thrifted
Jacket: Medina Antique Mall
Brooches: (came with jacket)
Belt: thrifted
Skirt: thrifted
Shoes: Etsy
Hat: Medina Antique Mall 

Comments

[Caitlin]

oh my gosh, everything about this outfit is amazing! i love the hat, the jacket, the shoes! swoon :)

and you look lovely--nobody would ever know that you were sick. feel better!

[Stacy B]

Beautiful setting for this photo shoot. Great light.

[Cheryl]

Fun shoes!

[Carys]

This is one of the best outfits I've ever seen!! I love your shirt and the way you've belted it, and your hat is amazing!! Beautiful pictures too!
From Carys of La Ville Inconnue

[vee]

you look amazing in red lipstick! love that shade on you! :) xo

[Amy Morby]

so so pretty. that hat is breathtaking!

[Chaucee]

You did a great job with the jacket - it looks so flattering!
Ps - I hope you are feeling better. These things always seem to come around this time of year.

[danielle]

mandi, I love it! So beautiful! That hat is fab!
I wish I looked better in red lipstick, I think it makes me look crazy, what do you think?

[gee]

hope you feel better soon!
that jacket is an amazing find. it is beautiful!!
xoox

[becca]

you are just the loveliest. i'm glad i came across your blog today. such a treat. :)

[veronika]

i love the colors and the patterns of this shirt. gorgeous!

[Kenzie faith]

I love this jacket! Awesome outfit

www.kenziefaith.blogspot.com x

[Becca]

Love the jacket! Your changes have done wonders I think, since it looks lovely on you!

Also - I hope you feel better soon!

[Jenni]

You don't look sick at all! Just awesome. I love the floral jacket.

[Kyla Roma]

I love the hat, what a perfect detail! :)

[Sue]

The hat and shoes are freakin' awesome!

[Victoria / Justice Pirate]

I'm watching a Netflix movie as i read this entry. yey!

This is one of the most amazing outfits ever. It is so pretty! gorgeous! love how you put it all together.