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“They’re awfully old-fashioned”

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Some people consider the circular shawl to be solely something that old-fashioned people wear to church.  I disagree with that view.  There is no reason why a circular shawl can’t be worn in a modern, stylish ensemble.  With this outfit, I aim to prove the nay-sayers wrong.

Here, I wore my circular shawl as a delightfully warm capelet.  It’s amazing just how warm and comforting lace weight merino/silk yarn can be.  I decided to keep the rest of my outfit very simple, because I wanted this shawl to shine.  I wore a simple black cashmere sweater and jeans, with pops of tan and a green bag to echo the color of the shawl.

I’m of the opinion of that if you knit something, and it turned out nicely, you should wear it.  So many knitters hide their knits away, afraid to take them out for fear that their hard work might be damaged.  But what good is it if you never wear it, if you never get to show it off?  I agree with Sally’s philosophy of “wear everything all the time“.

What items do you own that you are sometimes hesitant to wear?  What is holding you back?

(Look for a tutorial on how I wrapped my circle scarf later today!)

Coat: Colebrook
Sweater: J Crew (via Ebay)
Belt; Anthropologie
Jeans: Express
Boots: Dansko Nena (via Ebay)
Shawl: Pi Shawl handknit by me
Purse: Easy Spirit Outlet

Quote: If I Ran the Zoo, by Dr Seuss

“Down, down, to the frozen ground”

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This outfit repeats a lot of the elements of yesterday’s outfit.  When it gets as cold as it was last week, and your winter wardrobe is limited, sometimes repeats just happen.  But I like how adding an aqua blouse into the color mix changes the whole look.

Weather this cold requires strategic layering, and in this outfit I experimented a little by layering my cashmere cardigan over a slim fitting hoodie.  I wasn’t sure if it would work, but I think the result came out quite well.  It kept me warm, and it was a nice mix of casual and dressy.

On my list of things I want to buy before next winter is definitely a pair of colorful leather gloves, lined in silk or cashmere.  These black faux leather gloves do the job of keeping my digits warm, but they’re so boring.


See that shimmery stuff by my feet?  That’s ice!  This weather has been so bizarre.  I’ve felt like I’m living in a wintery twilight zone.

Coat: Colebrook (garage sale)
Blouse: Anthropologie
Grey Hoodie: Express (via Classy Consignment)
Jeans: Express
Boots: Dansko Nena (Ebay)
Scarf: Spun and knit by me
Hat: Knit by me
Purse: Morelle Oyster
Earrings: Efy Tal
Gloves: ?

Quote: White Snow, Bright Snowby Alvin Tresselt

“The bracken shone like frosted silver”

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We came so close.  So close to having snow in Tampa last week.  The temps dipped all the way into the 20s, the coldest I can ever remember being in Florida.  But then we didn’t get any snow.  Northern Florida got a light dusting, and so did Orlando.  But all Tampa got was rain and ice pellets.  Sigh.  (Did you know that there’s a Wikipedia page for Florida snow events?  I found this quite amusing.)

Those of you in the North who take outfit photos outside everyday in winter seriously deserve a medal.  I took these pictures as fast as I could, then hurried back inside to my warm, heated house.  I definitely loved the cold weather, but in a way I’m kind of glad that it’s starting to warm up again.  There’s only so many days in the 30s that a Florida girl can take.

I love how this cold snap has given me the opportunity to break out so many of my handknits.  I’m so proud of this scarf, because I spun the yarn on my drop spindle.  It’s super cozy and warm, and it’s long enough to wrap around my neck several times.  The way I tied it here is  something I’ve been trying ever since I saw this video.  I think it’s my new favorite way to tie scarves.

I’m also getting to wear my tweedy beret, which is special to me because I completed it on the first day of my trip to NYC, and wore it everyday while I was there.

Coat: Colebrook (garage sale)
Cardigan: DKNY (via Revolve)
Flannel shirt: Faded Glory (garage sale)
Long sleeve tee: Issac Mizrahi for Target
Jeans: Express
Boots: Dansko Risa (Ebay)
Scarf: spun and knit by me
Beret: Knit by me
Purse: Morelle city bag

Quote: The Velveteen Rabbit, by Margery Williams

“Everyone had to stay indoors”

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In winter, it’s so easy for the daylight to get away from you.   I didn’t have time to take photos on my lunch break this day, and I went to IKEA after work, so by the time I got home, it was dark.  But, at least it gives me an excuse to show off my teddy picker trophy wall.

I’m really loving cold weather layering.  It’s like getting to wear three outfits in one every day.

I think that the teal of the tunic I layered works with the navy stripes in the dress.  Multiple shades of one color can sometimes be tricky, but this combination came out alright.

Coat: Colebrook (thrifted)
Dress: Ella Moss (via Mosh Posh)
Tunic (under dress): Target (thrifted)
Cardigan: Sweet Mary Jane, handknit by me
Purse: Morelle Oyster
Tights: Hue
Boots: Dansko Risa (Ebay)
Scarf: Bought in Chinatown, NYC
Earrings: Modern Bird

Quote: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, by Judi Barrett

“Drank a glass of hot tea with lemon”

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Yes, I realize that this is a painfully dorky picture.  But can you see what I’m pointing at?  I could believe my eyes.

Ice.  In Florida.  At noon.  OMG.  I’ve never seen an icile in Florida before, so I was so incredibly excited when I saw this in a parking garage on campus, that I realized I HAD to take my pictures next to it.  I know, Floridians are a bit silly.

It’s been so delightfully cold in Florida lately.  I’ve been drinkning ginger peach tea with honey and lemon pretty much non-stop.  I will have to say though, I need some more wool in my wardrobe.  Wearing the same two wool cardigans and two wool vests on a daily basis is starting to feel too repetitive.

Isn’t this brooch lovely?  I got it at Revolve Clothing Exchange during my shopping ban, and this is the first time I’ve worn it.  I’d really like to start wearing brooches more often.

Coat: Colebrook (garage sale)
Dress (as skirt): Express
Long sleeve tee: Apt 9 (Kohls)
Vest: Gap (garage sale, re-conned)
Purse: Morelle Oyster
Tights: Target
Boots: Dansko Nena (Ebay)
Scarf: Bought in Chinatown, NYC
Brooch: bought at Revolve
Earrings: Modern Bird
Headband: Target

Quote: Joseph Had a Little Overcoat (Live Oak Music Makers), by Simms Taback

"I woke up with a spectacularful idea"

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I love it when items of clothing/accessories have good stories behind them.  This coat is like that.  Way back when my boyfriend and I were first dating, we stopped by a garage sale near his house and spotted this coat.  I couldn’t decide whether or not to buy it, so then he went and bought it for me.  Back then, the faux fur had a long, seventies shag look to it.  I wasn’t sure how I felt about the seventies aspect, and Florida rarely gets cold enough to wear a suede coat. But recently, I got the idea that if I trimmed the fur all around, it would look a bit more modern.  And so it does.  And now I can’t wait for more cold days so I can wear this coat and add more good memories to it.

This was one of those wet, cold days that requires cozy layering.  I’m still not crazy about this red henley fits me (it’s not so flattering to my gut), but with the sweater and the scarf, the unflattering bits are less noticeable.  Still, I feel like I really need to invest in some good winter layering pieces.  Maybe after my ban is over.

And did you notice the new hair?  It’s not a super big change, but I like it.  It’s a bit shorter and a more of a layered bob than what I had before.  Tribeca Hair Salon (where I get my hair cut)  is having a class on how to style your hair with a blow dryer soon.  I think I’ll go, because this cut can have some awesome volume when styled correctly.

Coat: Colebrook
Henley: ?? (thrifted)
Cardigan: Minimalist (handknit by me)
Jeans: Express
Boots: Dansko Nena
Scarf: Target
Shawl Pin: Nicolas and Felice

Quote: Clementine, Sara Pennypacker

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