Thursday 7 June 2012

Warm summer outfit

Although it's summer I still need to dress in warm clothes - a consequence of living in Scandinavia! Temperatures are down to the low 50's (Fahrenheit!) and we get a lot of rain and wind. A warm cardigan in a summery colour is called for...







































Underneath it I've hidden the purple dress that I'm not too happy with:








































The pink against the purple is a good combination, and so is adding the orange bangles, that should have been closer to the camera here:








































What you can't see in these pictures is that it's tight around my hips and loose at the waist. Also: when I move my bra is exposed somewhere along the neckline so I have to adjust it all the time. Well, not anymore...

So, after saying goodbye to my purple dress I decided to get a replacement...



  









































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Have a great Thursday everyone!
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19 comments:

  1. Melanie7 June 2012 at 19:39

    Oh, excellent, a shopping adventure to make up for purple discomfort! Good idea! But I like those colours on you. That orange bangle is a lovely pinch! It's 50F here in Vancouver today. And raining. I am complaining loudly.

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    1. Kaffesoester7 June 2012 at 21:50

      Thank you Melanie! I'm afraid non of this is thrifted. I'm studying the online thrift shops both here and abroad on a daily basis, but there's hardly ever anything in my size! I did get a fur jacket last summer - I guess I could wear it on Saturday when I'm meeting Anna from four seasons one wardrobe...

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  2. Anonymous8 June 2012 at 01:26

    I love the length of the cardigan. Did you purchase both of these dresses? I especially like the first one.

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    1. Kaffesoester8 June 2012 at 14:43

      Yes, I actually purchased the lot!
      The first one arrived this morning, and sadly it doesn't have enough room for my "assets" so it's going back. I'll keep you posted on the others!

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  3. Anonymous8 June 2012 at 04:39

    You asked me about the white boots and I wanted to stop by and tell you that I got them at a costume supply shop. I have also seen them in some second had stores but they were selling them new. Kind of a weird thing to find. I don't have them anymore because I can't wear my arch supports in them. Thanks for your comments, I appreciate them!

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    1. Kaffesoester8 June 2012 at 14:45

      Thank you Joni! Well, I wear arch supports too, so I guess I'll have to wait some time before I try to find a pair...

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  4. mispapelicos8 June 2012 at 12:51

    Good for you to buy such gorgeous dresse.
    We have all the heat in the world here, ahhhhhhhhhhhh
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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    1. Kaffesoester8 June 2012 at 14:47

      Thank you Sacramento! My family and I are going to Spain next month, and I can't wait! We haven't yet decided what part but it doesn't really matter as long as it's hot!

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  5. Anne8 June 2012 at 14:45

    Love your cardigan and dress colour! I definitely agree with you as our weather is still cold too, and good cardigans are invaluable. Have a lovely weekend:) New follower here!
    ~Anne

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    1. Kaffesoester8 June 2012 at 14:52

      Thank you so much and welcome Anne! I'm actually considering boots now. It could have been cool to have some white ones for summer!

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  6. Kaffesoester8 June 2012 at 17:40

    Thank you very much for your kind words!

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  7. teresweetstyle9 June 2012 at 22:42

    great look honey, i love this dress and how it suits on you!

    xx

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  8. Kaffesoester10 June 2012 at 13:02

    Thank you very much! I'm so glad you like it!

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  9. Megan, TfDiaries.com11 June 2012 at 05:24

    you rock color like no one else, so inspiring!

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    1. Kaffesoester16 June 2012 at 17:34

      Thank you very much Megan! Can one ever get too many colours? Well, not me!

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  10. Vix12 June 2012 at 16:20

    Love the bright lavender on you. Sorry new dress #1 didn't work out, but will hold a thought for #2 (which looks very "you.")

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    1. Kaffesoester16 June 2012 at 17:37

      Thank you so much Vix! I'm not too impressed with the second one either. I'm considering having it taken in below the waist, and adjusting the hem as it's very long (and looks frumpy!). The third one is just for the beach, but it will look great with a certain bag...

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  11. The Style Crone15 June 2012 at 04:26

    I admire that you to tossed something out and went for something that you loved instead of a piece that you tolerated. We should all be so discerning. Looking forward to you choices!

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    1. Kaffesoester16 June 2012 at 17:39

      Thank you very much! It has taken me some time - but now the deed is done, and I've replaced it - a couple of times! I'll post pictures of the new dresses soon!

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