monochrome: camel

Clothes are never a frivolity: they always mean something, and that something

is to a large extent outside the control of our conscious minds. 

                                                 — James Laver

 

These warm, oaky leather browns and their compatriots are favorites of mine. There are elements of this shade in my hair and skin as well, so it becomes almost creepily monochromatic in a certain light.

Yes, another full skirt. This look a more contemporary take, and I think I make my point that it can look more or less ‘wearable’ with this. Maybe.

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Love the seam detail on the back of this jacket.

IMG_9089Then, because this is what I saw in my vision,* I wanted to see it with glasses.

* You know, the visions you have of future outfits and tableaux as you fall asleep. I’m sure you know the ones.

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Skirt from eBay, scuba-style leather jacket from black rivet, J Crew tee shirt, TOMS chestnut wedges, glasses from zennioptical.com. On the lips: Chanel Rouge Coco Shine in Esprit (this tinted balm formula is gorgeous). And I wore a little eyeshadow!

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on the balcony

One of the first truly nice days this year. Finally inspired to wear something not entirely unworthy of documentation.

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Banana Republic tank, American Apparel bandeau (ruched front has a lumpy effect I realize from the photo…making a mental note), Free People jeans (thrifted), Black Rivet leather jacket, Spektre sunglasses (remember these?). On the lips: Revlon Kissable Balmstain in Lovesick.

Are you loving these sunglasses as much as I am?

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Scent of the day: Bulgari Black. So perfect with a leather jacket. Smells like leather and hot tar – great on anyone, as far as my nose is concerned, especially in the summer.

Hope it’s nice where you are.

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