One-Dollar Wonders

Siamese Safari

August 7, 2013

It has been 2 days since my last purchase.

But I'm doing just fine remixing old favorites. I considered wearing this vest open for a change, but I just like it so much better buttoned up. I'm liking the mix of stark black and white with the warmer tones of the olive and the taupe in the cat print. Added the brown booties for a little more of an earthy stretch. 

BB Dakota vest - thrifted
Equipment shirt - Ebay
Gap denim leggings - Ebay
Timberland booties - Sierra Trading Post
Brahmin bag - Nordies
Elizabeth & James sunnies - Nordies

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22 Comments

  • Sara L. replied 10 years ago

    I like the streamlined fit of the vest buttoned up.  Also like the pattern mixing with your shirt and bag.

  • rachylou replied 10 years ago

    The long vest is particularly fantastic. I believe in them :)

  • CocoLion replied 10 years ago

    You look fantastic in this outfit!

  • Inge replied 10 years ago

    I love the cat print paired with your striped bag, Rae. And agree that the long vest, buttoned up, is such a great look for you.

    And 2 days is excellent!-)

  • Debra replied 10 years ago

    Great look, love the vest and congratulations, one day at a time :)

  • Thistle replied 10 years ago

    Love the long vest buttoned. Most assuredly how 00Noir would wear it. Sleek and streamlined and it feels a little British to me.

  • rae replied 10 years ago

    Thistle, I agree. Flapping vests create drag when running after evildoers.

    And Rachy, I am officially a long vest fan... Hope to find another one day!

  • Suz replied 10 years ago

    You know I am going to love anything that involves that shirt. My favourite shirt of all time, and you wear it so brilliantly. 

  • Ornella replied 10 years ago

    I raelly, raelly -- raelly -- LOVE this outfit. And you were right to leave the vest buttoned up (I need one too!), it defines the silhouette brilliantly and makes quite a statement. Permission to faint now??

  • Jjsloane replied 10 years ago

    Whoo hoo DAY 2! Keep up the good work - BE STRONG!
    Cute outfit - love the vest.

  • Diana replied 10 years ago

    Ooh, I love that vest!  The silhouette, the color, the pockets, everything.  Love how it pairs with the Siamese shirt. 

    PS - is your cheetah holding up the mirror? I love how it looks like he (she?) is peeking out from behind it. 

  • Jeanie replied 10 years ago

    Love the mix!  Great touch with the brown boots.  Liking that bag the more I see it....really gives everything a pop!

  • Day Vies replied 10 years ago

    I love the vest! It's such an interesting piece! I love this look it's an interesting blend of safari and active and whimsy. I think the brown booties were a good choice to extend the warmth of the vest to other areas of the outfit. Great look!

  • Marley replied 10 years ago

    Seriously Rae?  This is so cool - that vest is awesome!  Love it all buttoned up - it makes you look taller - long and sleek.  Also, I think the brown boots are a great touch - and that black and white bag seems to go with everything in your closet!  I am still amazed at how you knew it was the one for you!  I mean, its perfect!

  • rae replied 10 years ago

    Hehe, Diana, he (President Camacho) isn't holding it up, but he happens to live next to the entertainment center that is. 

    Marley, I'm kind of surprised - and relieved - myself! But I had carried a black and white stripe bag before and really loved it. Too bad it was really, really cheaply made. But I guess that's how one test-drives a look.

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  • goldenpig replied 10 years ago

    I love it when you wear cats! And that B&W striped bag goes with everything! Just like my red one! 

    Two days is great! How long are you planning to SYC?

  • chewyspaghetti replied 10 years ago

    Cute!

  • Lisa replied 10 years ago

    The brown booties were the perfect addition to tie in the olive jacket.  Nice!

  • rae replied 10 years ago

    Natalie, for now I'm aiming for Shoptoberfest as the end to SYC. But really I am just trying to go one day at a time. I think it will get harder when I don't have existing orders to look forward to receiving. 

  • FlorenceFearne replied 10 years ago

    A few days later, I have to comment. I was purging my coat closet yesterday and found an amazing olive military style anorak that I haven't worn in years. With you as my inspiration, I moved it to my clothes closet, and plan to incorporate it into some outfits instead of just treating it as outerwear. 

  • rae replied 10 years ago

    That's awesome, FF! I hope it gets some good wear!

  • Beth Ann replied 10 years ago

    I'm behind on fab posts, but I wanted to pop in and say:

    1.  Adore the Sunnies!

    2.  This carries a lot of 60's 007 vibes.  Yeah!

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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. :)