Monday, May 2, 2011

May Day! May Day!

Okay, I'm clearly in love with cheesy, "punny" post titles.  Point is, I'm so happy it's May!  The grass is finally getting green, the sun has been peeping out now and then; hurrah!!  Thanks to the saving grace of the sun, I'm suddenly feeling energized to: garden (and slay the gigantic weeds already cropping up in the yard), fix up the old tree house in the backyard (needs a new ladder, for sure), get our backyard patio "lounging" situation "just so"; most importantly, I feel like it's actually time to be able to start wearing something other than rain jackets and boots!!  Since I've been blogging about 30s chenille clothing, I decided to try to work a little 30s chenille jacket I bought earlier this year into my spring wardrobe. It may be a bed or beach jacket, but I'm planning to make it more versatile by wearing it over spring dresses, like this 30s "sailor" frock that I am so in love with it's sort of ridiculous.



23 comments:

  1. Miss MatildaMay 2, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    your wardrobe is amazing darling

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  2. AnonymousMay 2, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    a stunner!

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  3. UnknownMay 2, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    Yay i'm so pleased it's May too! I will be joining you in my weed culling on my next day off, my poor gargen needs some TLC. Your outfit is gorgeous and that jacket is such a lovely shade of blue, perfect for a May day. :) x

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  4. KateMay 2, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    I can see why you are in love with that dress. It's stunning!!

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  5. Miss RayneMay 2, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    very elegant

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  6. iLiveinmyLabMay 2, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Absolutely fabulous! That dress is drop dead gorgeous! I love it with the chenille jacket!

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  7. BaronessVonVintageMay 2, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    thank you!!! i like that the dress is cotton and has a sailor-y collar. The jacket is definitely a blue I love but haven't worn much of. Will definitely wear both a lot...not while I'm digging for victory, though :)

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  8. BaronessVonVintageMay 2, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    Miss M: clearly, I have a problem. I clothe, therefore I am :)

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  9. Jo - Lost in the HazeMay 2, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    Oh wow, I can definitely see why you like it so much! It is so pretty! I'm such a sucker for nautical looks! The shoes you are wearing match the dress perfectly! <3

    x
    www.lostinthehaze.com

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  10. Sick by TrendMay 3, 2011 at 4:46 AM

    very very beautiful dress!! You look awesome! :D I'm following!

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    sBt

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  11. LandGirl1980May 3, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Lovely! I especially like the way the cardigan looks! :)

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  12. JGOMay 3, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Oh my word! You look gorgeous, no questions asked...what a beautiful chenille jacket and dress.
    xo,
    jacqueline

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  13. BaronessVonVintageMay 3, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    goodness, me, thank you all. You are so so kind.

    What IS it about nautical fashion that makes us never fall out of love with it, hey? Just my favourite!

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  14. UnknownMay 3, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    This outfit is breath taking, I am green eyed with envy at your stunning collection of clothing! The jacket is amazing

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  15. DesireeMay 3, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Lovely! And I'd really like to see the back of this dress. Is it a traditional middy collar or is it only sailor-y from the front?

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  16. DakotaMay 3, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    I can see why you'd be in love with that dress-- it's so great!! 1930s daywear + sailor detailing... oh my, such a sweet combination!! That chenille bed/beach jacket is quite darling too. And heck, while I'm at it, I do love those perfect white shoes too!

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  17. BaronessVonVintageMay 3, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    thanks, Dakota, Hannah, Desiree! I do love these shoes, so am excited that the season for lighter coloured footwear is *almost* here. If you can believe it, I got these shoes about 1 1/2 years ago, for $15.00, on ebay of all places (nobody else bid on them!). Desiree, there is no back to the front collar/tie detail, so only the front has the "middy" sailor look.

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  18. koraleeMay 3, 2011 at 11:01 PM

    You are adorable...love your outfits and happy May Day to you too. xoxoxox

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  19. Witchcrafted LifeMay 4, 2011 at 1:57 AM

    Hi my fellow lover of puns (my husband lovingly calls me his "punny girl"), thank you for sharing your splendidly pretty ensemble with us.

    I adore the neckline, flutter sleeves, and enchantingly, serenely pale sky blue hue of that dress. To say you look stunning would be a massive understatement, my immensely fashionable dear!

    Oodles of hugs & cheerful Wednesday wishes,
    Jessica from Chronically Vintage

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  20. Lauren HairstonMay 4, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Keep the puns coming. I love 'em (just ask my long-suffering husband). The jabot (and sleeves! and belt!) makes your dress so darn cute and I love the ridged sleeves on your chenille jacket!

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  21. KatiusciaMay 6, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    how lovely!!!

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  22. AnonymousMay 7, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Oh darling, you are so very classic. I love the chenille wear, especially this little jacket. You're so inspiring with your knowledge of your garments.
    Thanks for sharing!
    xErin

    anodetoreverie.blogspot.com

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  23. UnknownMay 8, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Such a pretty dress dress you look stunning :)

    http://theatticpeoplevintage.blogspot.com/

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