Hats, fascinators, headbands, and hair accessories. They all woo me with their romantic, whimsical, flirtatious, masculine, feminine, magical charms. I never wore hats or much of anything in my hair for most of my life, thinking that they didn't look good on me or that I couldn't pull them off somehow. Now I'm convinced that like most fashion, it isn't that it doesn't look good on me, it's that I just haven't found the right fit or style yet. I've given up giving up on certain fashion pieces. I feel like it puts an unrealistic wall up that cages you in and blinds you to change. And the "I just can't pull that look off" nonsense? I've given that up too! If I love something and I think it works, then I'll damn well wear it with confidence!
As inspiration to wear what you love, I'm sharing some beautiful ladies in daring and glorious hats from the 20s and 30s. Every time I see these images, I feel magic in me. Before, I would stifle that and say "if only I could pull that off" or "if only people dressed like this now, I would...", but now! Now I say, "I love this" and "I should try that" and "I would rock that!" and let the magic these images conjure up finally find expression in me!
What about you? What do you say that stifles the magic within?
Last Week's Friday Photo Swoon:
Stunning photos! I wish I looked good in hats too. Happy Friday dear!
ReplyDeleteI will have all of these hats...they are magical and marvellous. I adore hats :)) This first picture is just exquisite!! Happy Friday doll x
ReplyDeleteThese hats are too good...I couldn't pick a favorite for love or money! A hat really finishes things off, for sure.
ReplyDeleteTotally agree, my dear Lady. Now it's time to use what we want without thinking about what "should be" or not ... Happy weekend.
ReplyDeleteI agree. I've been hearing "am I too old to wear that?" in my head lately. I want that banished forever. I think it is due to often reading rules about what NOT to wear as you age. All rubbish. If I can wear and it and feel happy about how I look then why not?
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Suzanne
Marvelous pictures! I adore that time and style! Thank you for awesome comment on my blog, have a great weekend!
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The photos are so gorgeous… As for breaking out of the comfort zone and trying new things… I do that sometimes, too and I also believe that it's all about finding the right thing… Though I must admit, there will always be pieces and styles that I won't be able to wear… Mainly because they aren't me. x
ReplyDeleteLovely pics! I dont wear hats but they look chic! Have a great weekend :)
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www.JuneWantsItAll.com
Wonderful pics! I would love to wear hats, but I think I look horrible in them. :)
ReplyDeleteNot much stifles me anymore! If I see something I like, I try it on. Of course, not everything I like looks good on, if so, no big deal. I can usually get over it. And I personally believe that everyone is able to wear hats, they just need to find the right one! And vintage is a great way to explore hats! There was so much creativity back then! As showcased in your fab selection of pics!
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-Janey
These photos are stunning!!
ReplyDeleteThese pictures are gorgeous. I totally agree. It is really important to break out of one's comfort zone and just wear whatever you like. I know a lot of people feel a bit unsure when it comes to hats but they sure can provide an ultra classy look.
ReplyDeleteOh hats! I absolutely adore them and I know so many people say that they cant wear them which always makes me sad. Ive gotten a lot braver about wearing vintage hats this year. I pretty much always have on a hat or barette
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