WIW: Utilitarian Paisley, White Summer Night

SGT (Steampunk Girly Tomboy) it is again today! A little noir, a little Wild West, and a whimsical cat necklace - that's one benefit to wearing this pseudo-masculine blouse - my more feminine jewelry does not feel too dainty.

Bonus casual outfit, worn on a supply run out to Subway.

Nexx orange blouse - Nordstrom
Paisley skirt - swap meet
map bag - swap meet
cat necklace - swap meet
J. Crew Icon trench - Ebay
Boutique 9 booties - Piperlime
Puma moto jacket - birthday gift years ago
J. Crew tank - swap meet
Hudson signature bootcut jeans - swap meet

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27 Comments

  • Kirti replied 11 years ago

    That Nexx blouse is stunning on you! I also love the casual look.

  • replied 11 years ago

    That orange Nexx blouse is stunning on you! The paisley skirt almost looks like lace: very cool. Love the trench. As for your casual outfit, I love, love LOVE you in white/light colors! Is there a way you could work that Puma moto jacket into a work outfit? Maybe you already have and I missed it. Anyway, I love it on you. :)

  • modgrl replied 11 years ago

    Steampunk deluxe! I am so glad you go the orange blouse. It is totally fab on you!!
    Love your casual outfit too.

    The handbag and booties play very nicely together.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    That blouse is going to end up being your favourite wardrobe item, I can tell! This girly cowboy look is fantastic on you Rae - I adore the pairing of the blouse and skirt and I sooooo want your map bag!

  • Sona replied 11 years ago

    two totally fab looks- one corporate chic, one cool casual. and can I just say that the titles you've beenc oming up with these days are Rae-tastic!!!

  • rae replied 11 years ago

    Claire, I have *tried*! I was thwarted by the fact that the moto is sweatshirt material and also pretty old. I get away with a lot, but distressed sweats felt wrong at the office. HOWEVER, I have an upgrade on the way, which should arrive today or tomorrow!

    Rita, I have to remember steampunk deluxe for a WIW title. Love.

    Shannon, this blouse is a favorite already. One of very few items that has crossed the closet divide and been worn for both work and play. I'm half afraid I'll wear it to shreds by next spring!

  • Amy replied 11 years ago

    I want you to wear a cowboy hat. Although, I suppose that would take this outfit from fabulous to costume-y, but there it is.

    That orange blouse is stunning on you.

  • Suz replied 11 years ago

    That orange blouse is gorgeous on you! I love the entire outfit. It's a tonal look with a pop, and really works. You've got a ton of wear from that skirt. It just goes to show that a more unusual bottom is often a good investment.

    Love the casual look, too. You look great in that jacket, so I'm glad to hear a replacement is on the way.

  • Jonesy replied 11 years ago

    Rae, I absolutely love your casual look! I covet that white Puma jacket!!

  • Kiwichik replied 11 years ago

    I don't think you can ever call paisley utilitarian - love the skirt with the orange blouse fab.

  • catgirl replied 11 years ago

    Your Nexx blouse is killing me. Thank goodness I found something similar. :) You're on such a roll lately - do you feel you've made some kind of key transition, and how can I get me some of that?

  • rae replied 11 years ago

    Amy, I wish! My boss mentioned he owns a couple Indiana Jones fedoras, and I immediately wanted one, too.

    Suz, I think I have more crazy skirts than plain ones!

    Una, thank you - I have been feeling like I hit my stride, and I'm glad you can see it as an observer as well. I think that the first turning point was the creation of my rubric, which helped to make sure that the style in my head came across in practice. The next big thing was my eyes opening to more styles of menswear that work for the warm months.

    I'm actually planning to make June "Manspiration Month" in honor of Fathers' Day. :)

  • catgirl replied 11 years ago

    Oh, I'll join you for part of that. Then I'll be in Hawai'i in surfer chick mode. :)

  • Diana replied 11 years ago

    Sooooo fab! i want to copy #1.

  • Angie replied 11 years ago

    LOVE Outfit #1 and #2. So Euro. So KILLER. So pinned.

  • nicoleb replied 11 years ago

    I LOVE the colors on you in the first two photos! You look stunning! Both outfits are great but a big "wow!" to the first outfit. :D

  • sarah replied 11 years ago

    So awesome, Rae. I love these looks.

  • Jaime replied 11 years ago

    Gorgeous. That orange blouse is fantastic. I also love the white jacket on you.

  • MsMary replied 11 years ago

    So fab!!

  • cheryle (Dianthus) replied 11 years ago

    Thanks for explaining the SGT. I worked at the RCMP for too long and couldn't get past Sgt.

    I love that shirt on you and it works really well with the skirt and boots. I like all of the outfits but that shirt is outstanding (O/S)

  • christy replied 11 years ago

    That orange is so amazing on you - love it!! I tried the Nexx shirt but it was just too long on me. Boo - because I loved all the colors!! And the casual look is terrific. You look great!

  • rae replied 11 years ago

    Shaka bra! I bet you have great surfer style, Una.

    Angie, you've just reminded me to turn the Pinterest pins on for the blog!

    dianthus, I think I should just keep an acronym key on my desktop and paste it in sometimes. I don't want to cause confusion, but now I'm typing the short *and* long versions, which defeats the purpose, lol.

    Christy, I'm sorry it didn't work for you! In a perfect world, Nexx would see how beloved these shirts are and start making them in petite and also keep refreshing the color options every season... I know it's a dream, but it is a beautiful dream...

  • fashionista replied 11 years ago

    Love all the outfit. You look gorgeous as always. I love the relaxed vibe of outfit 3. Just my style.
    That pendant is so cute.

  • Meredith1953 replied 11 years ago

    The blouse with the skirt is just stunning! I also love the white moto jacket and that striped top peeking out below! Just fab, both of the looks!

  • cheryle (Dianthus) replied 11 years ago

    Rae, I was just teasing about the acronym. I can usually figure them out but if not, just move on. I can usually figure out the general idea without.

    it is all good.

  • CocoLion replied 11 years ago

    How have I ever missed that white moto jacket? It looks sooo good on you. I mean, I would brake hard to check out that jacket and if I were a guy I'd be trying to get your number.

  • tigerlily6200 replied 11 years ago

    Wow I'm new and clueless when it comes to fashion but you look fabulous. The blouse and the skirt are my fav. I couldn't pull that off in a billion years :)

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