Sunday, August 23, 2009

Contrast










I came home to a stack of packages; I have never felt so special! Usually, I don't get anything more than bills or return packages (it's like a big "PSYCH!" every single time). It ended up being incredibly convenient, because I had nothing to wear. Almost everything in my closet, at the moment, is meant for fall or winter; everything else is in boxes or the dirty laundry. I put together this outfit with three of my newly opened items (two from ModCloth and one from Cambridge Satchel, and paired them with my all time favorite blouse, which cost me a whopping dollar. I used to have this blouse in two colors, and somehow the other one disappeared. Strange.

The combination of an electric blue body-con skirt, bright yellow satchel and lace blouse may seem odd, but I like the contrast. I don't do all out sexy; it looks forced on me. I like a little more of a balance, of grown up and girly. As for the bag, it has quickly become my new favorite. I'm slowly getting back into smaller bags. My shoulder is thanking me.

Outfit Details:
Vintage, lace blouse with a button up back: Sanford Flea Market, back in '03
Belt: thrifted
Discotheque Skirt: ModCloth
Yellow Satchel: Cambridge Satchel Company
Bewitching Peep Toes: ModCloth


-Keiko Lynn


34 comments:

monica burnett said...

love that bag, its so clean!

Valencia Lia said...

Love your lace blouse and the bag is just perfect !!

Sher said...

loving them all! I think the bag really brightens up your outfit

Clare said...

Totally gorgeous. What a perfect outfit!!

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beverly4 said...

Love the peeptoe booties!

kelly ann said...

oh my goodness that incredible bag is making me drool!

Sher said...

Oh I love the contrast and your lace top is so gorgeous!

Giselle said...

this blouse is just amazing! love it!

Pinky said...

I really love the combination of blue and yellow!

kelley said...

i need that bag! i'm loving the blue & yellow.

corrie said...

You look completely amazing! I love bodycon mixed with hyper feminine blouses.

Mo said...

blue & yellow...always rocks.

Ayesha said...

oh wow!
Everything in this outfit is so spot on I just adore it!

That yellow bag! I'm not usually a yellow fan, but that is the best colour for it hands down!

I'm glad you are getting some time to relax after all you have been through lately!

You look so healthy and happy!

xAyesha

Karolayn86 said...

This skirt is my favorite!! :)

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samantha ezra. said...

the subtle details on that skirt is awesome.

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Roosa said...

wow, this outfit is amazing! :)

Francine said...

Nice! I thought I was the only one who paired yellow and bright blue. I love the color combination, especially with white. There's something so clean yet flashy about it.

Anonymous said...

colours of sweden and finland mixed up.... flag colours are always classy!

jennine said...

what a fantastic color combination! and the lace blouse is just gorgeous.

Suzanne said...

absolutely love every single piece. and your photo's are to be jealous at.
xx

Jennyfer said...

love your whole outfit! it's very pretty!

Kallie said...

ok, so i've been religiously following your blog for awhile and I love everything you wear and feel no need to repeat what other comment-makers say about your cute-ness and outfit perfection. Unfortunately, I disagree with them this time. I love the lace top, but its throwing this whole thing off. If it were not up on your neck it might work, but it just seems out of place against the skirt and belt.

anyway, I love your blog and you and hope I have in no way offended you. you are still fantastic and one of my favorite bloggers fo' life! <3

MariesVintage said...

Oooh, lucky! I have been admiring those satchels for awhile.

copyproof said...

Love the skirt, and love the bag evenmore!!!!

Lorena said...

The blue looks fabulous on you!
Your photos are always beautiful :)
Hugs - hope kitty is doing better.

Tammy said...

Love the bag, I've been looking for one just like it myself!

D Seer said...

Love the colors--and congrats on your Modcloth feature and having a dress named after you!

Annie said...

Gorgeous outfit. Love the skirt - I ahve one a bit like it and althogh it's an electric blue stretch mini its surprisingly versatile - and the most worn thing in my wardrob.

Louise said...

That bag is seriously hot.

Jeanette said...

Naaw you are dressed in the swedish coulors :)

The Frocker said...

The power of these two colors together... it's like biting into a lemon (in a good way)!

I really like this outfit; it's not too cutesy and not too sexy. :)

Nicole said...

Swoon! This outfit is beautiful. Everything from the vintage booties to the yellow bag. You truly have some of the best pieces ever!

Annabelle said...

very nice. i would like to know witch size the bag is. "14 or "15?
thanks!

vuvie said...

Oh! You've got the cambridge satchel I so want. Jealous!