PRINT EDITION

If you took a peak in my crazy closet, the one consistent variable is my love for pattern and print. I love all things interesting, unusual and colorful. I might have one or two plain colored items in my closet, but they are few and far between.

 

  

   I used some “soft” tailoring in both outfits – instead of hemming or otherwise cutting up clothes (mostly due to lack of sewing skills and patience) folding, belting, and tucking are my main ways of adjusting the fit of clothing. Sometimes it looks a little less pristine than if it were to be professionally altered, but hey, I’m not really going for perfection. When thrifting, don’t be afraid to shop through bigger clothing sizes. You’d be surprised what you can make work for you!

I found this top and skirt in a Tucson Goodwill. The fabric is very thin and soft, which makes it wearable in the heat, but I’ll probably end up wearing it more in the colder months. I chose to fold the shirt into a slight crop top to break up the print. I’ve never seen a print quite like it, which is what drew me in in the first place. Reminiscent of marble, with a swirl of warriors on horses and camels… I just happen to think it’s pretty cool. 

  Hieroglyphs on a dress? I could hardly contain my joy when I spotted this in a Texas thrift earlier this year.  My favorite section of the Metropolitan Museum was the Egyptian artifacts, and I love reading about all of the fascinating history and burial rituals. When I die I want to become a mummy. But until then, I’ll settle for wearing this dress!

This dress hits about mid-calf and is very billowy. I like to belt it and pull some of the fabric upwards to shorten it a tad. 

 I bought this necklace a few years ago at a Buffalo Exchange. I’m pretty particular about my jewelry, so I tend to wear the same pieces over and over, and mmmaybe buy something once or twice a year. I really like how the intricate lace detail worked with the dress print. 

Until next time!