Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Mix Master


  This coat has had many lives, and previously belonged to Melinda, of The Sentimentalist.  Nothing like a bright red plaid to ward off the winter blahs.


I would have hesitated to mix patterns like this years ago out of fear that other people would think it was weird.  Now, as the fabulous Helga would say, "feck it".

Plaid coat - The Sentimentalist
checked wool skirt - Mesh Consignment Boutique
Belt - Frilly Lizard
Striped tights - Winners
Pink Felt neck piece - Lady Mosquito (Toronto)

And, as an extra bonus.....

 Gratuitous Rat photo!

Hope you're all having a reasonable week
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20 comments:

  1. citizen rosebudJanuary 15, 2013 at 10:36 PM

    Hi! You and your outfit rock!

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  2. UnknownJanuary 15, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    Love the mixed patterns - love the belt and skirt - love the gratuitous rat pic!! Sarah xxx

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2013 at 11:23 PM

    That is a great coat. Warm I bet too. My daughter once had a coat like that. I asked her one day why the pockets were bulging..and she proceeded to pull out everything but the kitchen sink (wet bathing suit included)! I hope you didn't put your little friend in the pocket. ;)

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  4. CurtiseJanuary 16, 2013 at 1:34 AM

    What a fabulous bright and cosy coat! And underneath - phooaarr, Shelley, how svelte and amazing does your body look in that outfit! Love the pattern mixing - I do it much more than I used to as well, must be age bringing us confidence and sass! xxxx

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  5. CurtiseJanuary 16, 2013 at 1:35 AM

    Whoops, forget to say - keep the gratuitous rat pics coming, what a cutie! xxxx

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  6. MelanieJanuary 16, 2013 at 3:23 AM

    This is exactly perfect. Red and pattern and a rat. And let's not forget that incredible felt jewellery! Keeping warm with style - this is how it's done.

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  7. mispapelicosJanuary 16, 2013 at 3:37 AM

    I love your dariness and perfect matching.
    Did you know you have a RAT on your shoulder, is that the new black for this coming season? LOL.
    have alovely Wednesday.
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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    1. Forest City FashionistaJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:22 AM

      I am going to start the trend of a rat being the new "it" accessory!

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  8. Amber of Butane AnvilJanuary 16, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    Aww, Fred! Love your wide belt, pattern mixing, and booties! Stunning neckpiece too.

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  9. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 7:03 AM

    Rat photo!! I love it! You are so daring and creative. I love this outfit.

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  10. thorne garnetJanuary 16, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    black and white and red, priceless.

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  11. meJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    Totally agree - feck it! I think you look amazing, wonderful style... And cute rat! :)

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    Pattern mixing? I didn't notice. They all look perfect together!

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  13. KristaJanuary 16, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    Love this bit of mid week funk, you look warm and totally unique. Rats!!!!! One of my favorite performers in the whole wide world has 30 rats and her oldest just died at 6 and she is having him stuffed!

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  14. Miss Simmonds SaysJanuary 16, 2013 at 2:22 PM

    I really love that coat!! Wow! The pattern clash is great, everything looks fabulous. Checks are always cool. Squee. Love the rat photo!

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  15. The Style CroneJanuary 17, 2013 at 9:08 AM

    Yes, you ARE the mix master. Each piece magically contributes to the final artistic ensemble. Including Fred!

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 17, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    Shelley, I love the necklace and the coat, and I just bought tits very similar to yours, which are thick and comfy in addition to being funky. I don't often pattern mix but I like the way you've done it!

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    1. Forest City FashionistaJanuary 17, 2013 at 9:13 PM

      I had a big laugh when I read this, I am assuming you meant "tights", not "tits", as I wouldn't describe mine as thick, comfy and funky ;)

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  17. www.50ShadesOfSexy.blogspot.comJanuary 19, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    This is soooo amazing. Sassy lady. I love your boldness. Keep going

    Kat

    http://lifeasathriftygurl.blogspot.com/

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  18. Señora AllnutJanuary 20, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    über-fabulous, love all that patterns mixing, specially when red plaid is involved, you look so genuine chic!
    besos

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