Sunday, October 6, 2013

The Sunday Snag – Quintessentially Autumn

Breath in that Autumn Air! #vintage #autumn #fashion #fall #style

AHHhhhhhhhhhhhhhh...breath it in folks. That gloriously delicious, smells so good you could slap your sister, autumn air. Mmmmmmm... It is so hard not to want to waste the day away on a swing somewhere in this weather! Or skip! Yes, skipping is inevitable really. Just let it happen. Nothin' wrong with a 30 year old woman in a tiny sombrero skipping down the sidewalk.

Speaking of sombreros, let me tell you about my outfit! High five for an awesome transition, I said to myself.

Don't you just love this get-up?! I feel like the start of autumn itself in this outfit. Leaves still green, but turning ever so slightly into a golden hue against the brown bark to which they cling. These colors are warm and inviting and they make me feel just as warm and inviting!

Vintage style for Fall #vintage #fashion #autumn #fall #trousers #hat

There are all kinds of goodies in this ensemble that I want to share with you so lets dive in. Maybe start with the cardigan? Oh who am I kidding, the HAT!! Let me tell you about the hat! I saw this hat a while back (probably May?) in the Etsy shop of Wild Honey Pie Vintage. Crazy cute alert! rang through my brain and I made a mental note to keep an eye on it and wait to see if there was ever a sale that would put it within my grasp. Two months later my patience was rewarded! 50% off sale?! What?! Bam! That hat is mine! I was so excited by this purchase. This is my first cool weather vintage hat. I have picked up a few summertime pretties and a fancy fascinator type, but none for the fall or winter. This one is a pristine beauty too! She is from the 1930s in a sombrero like shape with soft chocolate brown velour and tiny coppery bronze beads sewn throughout. She even has all her original tags and marks! Made by Mr. Irving Originals, this hat may be one of the most playful and adorable hats I'll ever own.

Details on 1930s Tilt Hat #vintage #hat #1930s #irving #fashion

Alright, now that the hat has been gushed over I can now turn to the rest of the lovelies. My cardigan is modern. Forever 21 if you can believe it. I picked up this mashed-pea-green cardi for $8 at Uptown Cheapskate (a local consignment store that I believe has franchises all over the US).

My trousers you've seen once before (here). They are reproduction 1940s garbadine pants made by a tremendously talented and nice lady at Time Machine Vintage. Their high waist and loose leg is a favorite of mine and I'm sure you'll be seeing them many times throughout the cooler weather Sunday Snags.

Accessory Detail on Vintage Fall Outfit #vintage #fashion #style #fall

Fall Weather Vintage Style #vintage #fashion #fall #autumn #1940s #1930s

My shoes are a fun Snag that I finally get to show you today! I've had them for a while (since June) and am now just getting the chance to wear them. Aren't they just perfect trouser shoes?! These 1940s oxfords are from Honey Talk Vintage, the same shop where I got my Bucket List shoes (see here)! These were my second purchase from that incredible shoe laden shop (seriously, you should go look at her shoe selection. It is incredible.). I snagged these up during a 40% off vacation sale at the beginning of summer and knew that they would come in handy come fall. They are brown suede with lizard accents! Fun! Plus, they were in unworn, excellent condition. I think they go rather swimmingly with my purple polka dot socks too!

Accessories were fun to pick out for this outfit. I wanted them to be warm and playful so that they could keep easy company with that hat. I got this pre-1930s leaf brooch as a part of a grouping of old jewelry that I bought for another particular piece that you'll see in the future. This brooch was just icing on the cake. It is a gold stamped leaf with an old C clasp and a prong set emerald color stone. I was originally thinking I might make it into a hair accessory for the shop, but I may just keep this for myself for the time being.

Crisp Day in Autumn #vintage #fashion #style #autumn #fall

1940s Lizard and Suede Oxfords #vintage #shoes #1940s #fashion

Vintage 40s Oxfords in Suede & Lizard #vintage #oxford #shoes #brown #1940s

I'm wearing two pieces of my jewelry, one that is in the shop and one that is all mine! The ring, "Under an Autumn Sunset", is currently in my shop and may be the most perfect fall weather accent ever! It is made from an Edwardian button and has a mixture of gold, green, violet, and blue tints on a raised flower like background. Do you know how hard it is for me to let these pieces go?! Ugh, I love this ring, but alas, I cannot keep them all and some lucky duck in the great wide world will hopefully love her as much as I do.

That said, I'm keeping this bracelet. Yup. It's mine. I may do a post just for this bracelet actually. You need to see it much closer up to appreciate the gorgeousness. I made this bracelet from an antique button as well. OH this button! It is a depiction of the four seasons in a Mucha style with four Art Nouveau ladies in their various seasonal wrappings surrounded by borders of grapes, flowers, trees, and wheat. I adore this button and now I can wear it around in absolutely every season. Heads up! I'll be adding some bracelets to my shop soon too! They will be adjustable too because my tiny wrists struggle to fit most and I know others have the opposite problem as well. Keep a look out, there are going to be some real beauties coming soon. Just not this one. This one is mine all mine.

My Vintage Autumn #vintage #fashion #style #autumn #fall #1930s #1940s

Outfit Details
Hat: 1930s Velour Tilt from Wild Honey Pie Vintage
Cardigan: Modern from Uptown Cheapskate
Pants: Reproduction 1940s from Time Machine Vintage
Shoes: 1940s Suede & Lizard Oxfords from Honey Talk Vintage
Brooch: Pre-1930s Gold with Green Stone, Ebay
Bracelet: Antique Four Seasons by me ChatterBlossom
Purse: 1960s Straw & Leather Basket from local flea market

My very cute helper! #photo #vintage #assistantPeek-a-boo! #1930s #vintage #hat #fashion

Side Notes: It was very windy the day we took these photos and I forgot to grab a hat pin! Blast! Which is why you see me holding my hat in many of these photos. I won't forget next time!

Also, if you've ever wondered how I take my photos, I set up a tripod and adjust all the settings to how I like them. Then my husband very sweetly clicks some photos, I come and adjust the camera again to a different angle or setting, and then he very sweetly clicks some more. We do this on repeat. The hubs doesn't really have an eye for photo taking, but he does have a working finger, so he has been recruited to press the button until I can get a remote. Luckily, he is very patient with me and lets me do as many adjustments and photos as I want. To get the setting or light the way I want, I'll have him go in front of the camera for a quick test pic or two. As you can see, he doesn't seem to mind at all!! Seeing him try to recreate one of my poses is pretty hilarious and I'm sure he'll appreciate that I'm only showing you one!

*Accident Update: My husband is doing really well!! Thank you all so much for your kind thoughts and support. Never found the driver who hit him, but we did find out that he doesn't need shoulder surgery, so that is great news! He is out of the sling and on the mend! Thank you all for being so wonderful!*

Detail on 1930s Velour Tilt Hat #vintage #hat #fashion #style #1930s #30s


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44 comments:

  1. I love this outfit but I'm especially jealous of the hat. And of your husband - beats doing photos with the self-timer the way I do them! (I'm a little short on willing family members!)

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  2. This is an amazing outfit! I absolutely love time machine vintage and your pants are great, I may have to get myself some. Ive always been a bit afraid of pants as a short girl but then maybe they could work. The hat is really incredible and the socks you paired with the shoes make the outfit. My husband get a bit bored with photo taking of me or of our dogs, plus I dont have your eye. I am really impressed with how well the two of you coloborate on these amazing photos

    kate the old fashioned wya

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    1. I'm only 5'4", so you should totally get some of those pants! They elongate the leg, plus they are super comfy! ;-)

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  3. Hi Jamie, 50% off that hat is an amazing bargain – well done you. I love everything from the vintage (looking) cardigan to the purple socks. The ‘photo of your husband is priceless, and I’m really pleased to hear he is on the mend.

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  4. I love you overall outfit from top to bottom... really good color combinations. Happy Sunday, Jamie:)

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  5. *sigh* This is, without a doubt, one of the best outfits I've ever seen. Ever. Pro-quality styling, pro-quality modeling, pro-quality everything. You look fantastic.

    Glad to hear the good news about hubby's recovery. I've been wondering about that.

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    1. You dear hearted soul you! I'm truly thrilled that you liked this one so much! It was definitely one of my faves and helped me kick off the autumn!

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  6. Everything about this outfit is perfect right down to the 40s feel. Especially love the hat (darling), shoes (I want the shoes!), and the touch of Halloween in the purple socks. Everything (including you!) looks beautiful.

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  7. Such an amazing 50s style!
    I love every single detail of it.

    xoxo,
    Froso
    Style Nirvana

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  8. i love everything about this look. it's so beautiful from 'hat' to toe! ... the hat is just perfection.

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  9. What a lucky duck you are to find those "snags"! I love your shoes, your hat, your whole outfit! I need to find myself some cold weather vintage hats too! Gonna' have to start keeping my eye out. ;)

    Brigid
    The Middle Sister and Singer

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  10. Ahhh I feel the fall weather when I look at your photos! Can you believe it has been hot in NY!!!?? UGH! I think it may go back to the 70s this week but geesh! I love your photos and all the details about your outfit. My hubs isn't too fab with the camera either but I am teaching him although I should learn how to use my dang tripod hehee xox

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    1. The tripod saved us! I swear my hubs has epilepsy with a camera otherwise!

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  11. Gorgeous outfit. I love the top, and the hat is so lovely.

    xox Sammi
    www.thesoubrettebrunette.blogspot.com

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  12. Such a lovely autumnal outfit! I love everything about it :)

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  13. Oh my! The hat! The cardigan! The SHOOOOOOES! Love it all!

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  14. Oh my gosh you did put together a fun outfit! I like the high-waist, loose leg pants too, they look stylish and comfy. The hat was a huge score, and the socks with that outfit are fun!

    Great post to start off my week I was smiling all the way through!! Happy week to you!

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  15. What a classic vintage look! You look really gorgeous!
    xx
    www.JuneWantsItAll.com

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  16. You look beautiful <3 Love this look, especially the hat!!

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  17. This look! I LOVE IT! And I think I need to get my hands on a pair of those trousers!

    xoxo
    -Janey

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  18. In this outfit autumn is more welcomed :) Beautiful hat, I like the socks, all put nicely together.
    xo

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  19. I only disappear for a week and come back to hear about an accident! So sorry and hope Mr makes a speedy recovery.
    As for the outfit, this is my absolute favourite so far, i think. It's so so so so so beautiful and the photos are amazing!!!!
    x

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    1. Wow! That is high praise from you my dear! I'm so glad you loved this one!

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  20. This is so perfect!! I'm in love with that hat and those trousers are perfectly 40s looking!

    Loving this blog!

    xx
    http://www.sophisticatedlace.com

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  21. Look at you all Katherine Hepburn!

    The colours are divine and the details are perfect.

    I especially love that photo of your husband. What a sport! LOL

    bisous
    Suzanne

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  22. Of course I absolutely love it! You look fantastic. I feel like you need to be on the silver screen! So happy to hear that the husband is doing well!!!
    xo
    styleontheside.com

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  23. This is fantastic! I love the pants- very Katharine Hepburn :)

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  24. Every piece of that outfit is gorgeous!!

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  25. Wow lovely blend here. Gorgeous colors and that hat is something to be admired. Perfect 1940's feel to the pictures and outfit. Just a delight to see!

    blue hue wonderland

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  26. I do indeed love it - and something fierce for that matter. You've captured the earthy, soulful, gorgeous hues of autumn so resplendently well.

    ♥ Jessica

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  27. You look SPECTACULAR and I demand that you make that first picture your profile photo for your blog! It is truly brilliant.
    I love the splash of purple you gave the outfit. I just want to be you right now!!!

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    (¸¤ Lanaya | xoxo
    Raising-Reagan.com

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    1. Hahahaha!! That's a great idea, but unfortunately the colors clash a bit with my pink cherry blossoms. ;-)

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  28. This is such a darling autumn outfit, love the colour splash of the violet socks! I'm glad to hear that your husband is doing better! I wish you a fabulous day doll!

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  29. You really look so gorgeous, love the colour combination on you.

    Meg | Meghansilva.blogspot.com

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  30. You remember me to the german actess Marlene Dietrich :)
    What a great style!!! REally enjoy to look at your outfits :)

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  31. Looooooooooove Green/Brown pair up. Perfect for Autumn! Just gorgeous!

    I love your photog method! I need to buy a tripod, too!
    What camera do you use? What lens do you prefer?

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    1. The tripod is a must! I love it! I use a Canon DSLR camera and switch between a macro 60mm and a regular zoom lens.

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    2. Awesome! I so need one. I have a Canon T2i. I love it but I need to do more with it. I have a 50 mm, the kit lens and a 55-250 but now I need the 60 mm! LOL I am a hoarder but... I need to put my camera to better use. You have such GORGEOUS photos.

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    3. You should definitely use it more! Those cameras are tremendous and you are a lucky ducky to have one like that! I just need to learn how to use mine a bit more. I'm a novice user and this is my first "real" camera. I'm so glad you like the photos though!

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  32. Cute cardi & bag!

    http://beautyfollower.blogspot.gr/

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  33. Ooh, I love this! That cardigan is fabulous. Alos, great news about your husband!

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