After we finished lunch, we went to a couple of estate sales in the area. There was nothing at either of those that interested us so we decided to go to the Salvation Army thrift store. That was where some fun began. My Mother found a couple of decorative plates and I found a really pretty necklace that is the best thing I have ever found at a thrift store. I have it on in today's pictures. The Salvation Army merchandise is often priced awfully high for a thrift store. My necklace was $9.99, but it was so pretty and was worth it to me. The tag on the chain is marked Avon, so I am assuming that it is an older Avon piece as it is very heavy and well made.
JudyC asked how I could wear a jacket in this heat. I think that since I had my mastectomy, I use jackets as kind of a security blanket. The Urban Dictionary defines security blanket as "anything an adult uses to reduce their anxiety". Yep, that fits me. Jackets make me feel as though no one will notice my strange chest anatomy and my apple middle. I my head I know that a jacket will not hide everything, but it makes me feel better about myself. Sometimes it is really too hot to wear a jacket, but I do it anyway.
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| Jacket: Coldwater Creek Top: Anne Klein Jeggings: JMS Walmart Sandals: Think! Julia |
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| Necklaces: B w/pearls Anne Boleyn Repro Gold and Blue w/pearl, Avon, thrifted Long Pearl necklace, gift Flower pin from local boutique, Carla's Love It |
Great job layering necklaces. I think color can be a security blanket. I love yellow, but when I have to make a particular impression, I will wear black or some other neutral.
ReplyDeleteOh, I like the necklace you found. Hope you're feeling better now. I can understand the need for that security blanket. No explanations necessary.
ReplyDeleteI love the jewel mix. And I get the jacket thing. I would just swelter. None of my jackets look good to me right now.
ReplyDeleteOnce you make that dressing, you'll be eating salads all the time, it's FABULOUS! It's really great having a friend from Cordon Blue school. ;)
ReplyDeleteLove the layered necklaces, that's how I like to wear mine too...in the winter. LOL It's so hot right now, even clothes are optional!
Sorry you haven't been feeling 100%. That new necklace is so fab, perhaps it is making you feel better right now : >
ReplyDeleteI understand you feeling secure in your jackets, and you always look so pulled-together.
I used to own a number of black hoodie jackets. It stemmed from wearing uniforms in Middle school. I didn't have 'cool kid' brands so I covered it with hoodies. Part of my blog mission was to remove all existence of black hoodies. I did so for a year before being gifted a new one. I hardly wear it, and don't miss them. Why? There's tons of other fab options like blazers, dusters and cardigans.
ReplyDeleteAll that said, you have some amazing jackets. I would have never considered it hiding the way you style them up. Certainly a leopard print jacket isn't hiding anyone! If a jacket makes you feel better, go for it. This one is beautifully tailored to you and is very chic, especially with that blue blouse.