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Coats and boots for a dark time

February 10, 2014

Well, one coat, and one pair of tall boots. But I was very excited about this. 

#1 Fawn-in-headlights look is from yesterday, worn to work for a party dress appointment. I have had way too much of a spare tire these days to wear this dress on its own, so it was nice to revive it with a light jacket.
- Tahari leather jacket - bluefly
- Asos midi dress - Asos
- Timberland black boots - shoes.com
- Kate Spade satchel - ebay

#3 Acid Rain look is from a couple days ago, worn to make a return in Santa Monica and scope out Crocs for travel sandals. Ended up removing the Zella because it warmed up, but it was still fun to swoosh about in a trench during the day. I have been wearing my Burberry in black regularly to go out at night. 
- Sealup trench - Yoox
- Gap jeggings - Gap
- Zella jacket - Nordies
- Timberland booties - Sierra Trading Post

I am kind of escaping by writing about clothing today as it's suddenly become a stressful time... I am gearing up for vacation in mere days, with lots still to do, but I just heard that my best friend from kindergarten's dad was just hospitalized and diagnosed with aggressive leukemia. He is responding to chemo, but there is a toll taken on his organs. If anyone has positive, healing thoughts to spare, I'd definitely appreciate anything. On top of being upset about the illness, I'm also so upset that I won't be here in the coming weeks whatever the outcome. Hopefully I'm not taking this post to OT land, but I guess it's fitting to have been wearing somber colors and posing in dark alleys lately...

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15 Comments

  • Suz replied 10 years ago

    Hugs, Rae! It does sound like a stressful time. 

    You look terrific in both outfits. 

  • replied 10 years ago

    Sorry you are going through a stressful hard time. I hope vacation gives you some peace and strength to be there for your friend when you return.

  • mrseccentric replied 10 years ago

    aw, rae, that is rotten. I may be a bit OT here as well, but your situation brought to mind a strategy i've used in the past when i can't be with someone i love during a time i really want to. I'll just buy a book of stamps at the grocery store and print up a couple of sheets of peel-off labels with the person's name and mailing address. Then it's a snap to mail them something everyday, from a note, a nice card, to some goofy or corny postcard from the drugstore. These days, it's easy to print out your own photos on card stock to make your own postcards. It's fun and i know from being bed/house ridden myself in the past it's great to be on the receiving end too.  Just a thought. (hug)

    heehee - i've heard people say they look like a deer in the headlights many times, but never with such accuracy! That gave me a laugh i must say. And no one is looking at anything besides those million mile long legs in #3 - holy cow woman!!!!!  Love that sassy trench, swishy clothes are fun fun fun. Thanks for the great pics and hang in there, steph

  • abc replied 10 years ago

    Hugs and support here.  YLF and I always look forward to your dark alley posts ;)

  • Glory replied 10 years ago

    Sorry to hear of this Rae. Hope the trip perks your spirits!

  • catgirl replied 10 years ago

    Sorry to hear your stressful news. You look wonderful - the bag takes it all up a notch. I see no spare tire! What is a party dress appointment?

  • Susie replied 10 years ago

    I'm sorry to hear you are stressed, Rae. I hope your vacation brings you relaxation and some peace.

  • Thistle replied 10 years ago

    Lots of hugs and support. It is a tough and stressful time, and I am sorry for that. I hope you will still be able to relax on your vacation.

    You do look fabulous, even in these troubled times.

  • viva replied 10 years ago

    Great pics, Rae.

    I'm so sorry to hear about your friend's dad. It's so strange how we make such deep connections to the families of our childhood friends. I can really relate to being hit hard by this news; it reminds me of a similar experience some years ago. Just keep him and your friend in your thoughts and think of some funny stories from kindergarten. They may warm your heart.

    I hope you enjoy your time away.

  • LACeleste replied 10 years ago

    You are always so lovely Rae with such original style.  Sorry about the sad news.  Sending positive thoughts.

  • rae replied 10 years ago

    Thanks for the thoughts, ladies. I've not heard from my friend all day... thank you also for writing so many posts today; it has been a great escape to read and see all your wonderful outfits.

  • Adelfa replied 10 years ago

    Rae, I am praying for you, your friend, and her dad. My dad was extremely ill recently so I feel the pain!

  • Karie replied 10 years ago

    Spare tire? Spare tire? I see no such evidence of one (and I never have). And trust me, I know all about those!

    So sorry to hear of your sad news. Prayers and good thoughts are headed your way.

  • Deborah replied 10 years ago

    Great looks and that dress is one of my favourites. So sorry to hear about your friends dad, sending you a hug and a promise that I will be upholding you all in prayer.

  • Sara L. replied 10 years ago

    You look great and I've never noticed any spare tire either.  I'm sorry to hear about your friend's dad.  

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I'm just your average working stiff who loves nice things and hates to pay for them. This blog outlines my efforts to navigate that treacherous shopping/saving divide through swappin', thriftin', and even a little resellin'. Many of the pieces in my wardrobe cost me just $1! We've heard a lot about people "living above their means" in recent years; I'm championing the concept of living large *below* your means - whatever that means for you. :)