WIW: Working weekend in Jan (featuring: 2 out of 12)

I never did get around to showing off my new oxfords, so I figured these will have to do.

Outfit 1/photo #1 --- features new 'denim'-coloured cardigan, which is a bit long in the sleeve but I actually like that. Trying to find the courage to put thumb holes into the l-o-n-g ribbed cuffs. My Raynaud's-plagued palms will prefer that next year, I think, though the baby's given me a respite this year.

Outfit 2/photo #2 --- Dressed for comfort, rather than figure flattery, on a chilly day. Long midi skirt and 'nude' tights, silk kaftan top and poncho sweater. I typically push the sweater sleeves higher, but I was *cold* that day. The collared kaftan inside the sweater neckline was very welcome --- and I usually avoid shirt collars!

Excuse the hangdog expression. This was the morning after our 4th night working till midnight. It was a struggle to stop snuggling under the sheets and get me and my bump out the door on a Sunday

And yeah, I'll get around to altering the skirt to a more flattering length someday---after the belly goes down. Still want to keep it a midi, though. Maybe belting will improve the overall silhouette

Photo #3 -- close-up of the shoes for colour. They're SO comfy-cozy! Very glad of this purchase.

PS: The '2 out of 12' refers to the oxfords and cardigan as two of my 12 for 12 purchases for this year. I went shopping for the baby and came home with an end-of-season windfall for myself! Which is the subject of a separate thread.

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13 years ago

Astrid

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Manidipa, you look awesome in #1! Love your new cardi and the shoes, what great purchases. #2 looks very cozy. I actually think the skirt would look really good as a 'petite midi', just covering your knees. I really like that length for my own skirts and I think it would work well with yours. I even think it would look great with this outfit combo.

lyn67

Your 2 out of 12 purchases are spot on! Love the oxfords, the cardi/they both really elevate their outfits!) and even your hangdog expression (never heard this word before:-)) but sorry you're so tired, you shoudld take better care of yourself and your pretty bump!:-) YLF, Mani!

Jaime

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The oxfords are great as are both outfits, although the skirt will be improved when you are ready to alter it a bit. Sounds like you are rightfully completely exhausted though!

jayne

Oh! love those oxfords...when is Baby due?

Anonymous

Great oxfords! love all the blue tones in #1. I'm sure the skirt in #2 will look extra fab when taken up a bit.
Love the uneven hem of your cream top btw.
Try and get some rest when you can eh?

ManidipaM

Thanks, ladies! I do fully intend to alter the skirt once the bump is done growing out --- it's just picked up speed --- and going down. I like the idea of a 'petite midi', Astrid, my favourite skirt length!

Jayne, baby's due mid-March or so. I think I'll actually miss the bump!

Shevia, Lyn --- I promise to slow down this month It's not too bad an arrangement at work, seeing as I work from home most days and only really *must* be there at the office for the 5-7 days with those Cinderella hours. Though I do need to get my ducks in a row for March and beyond, when I won't be going in for a couple of months.

ETA: Thanks, Diane! Just missed seeing your post. I'm taking it much easier these days, no worries

Hello Manidipa! You look fab! It amazes me that your baby is due next month and we can hardly see evidence of that in these pictures. Those apple guidelines really work. I love your new items and it seems like your style has grown in leaps and bounds. My brain is too fuzzy to come up with wonderful descriptors but trust me when I say you look really, really good. I'm off to read your other thread!

Mona

You look so fresh and polished in #1. THe new cardi and oxfords are simply fab. I can tell how comfy they are by the peaceful expression of your face and the necklace adds the right dose of fun.

Suz

You look stunning in #!!! I can't get over how much I like your short hair. It surprises me, really, because you have gorgeous hair and I always liked it long, as well -- but the shorter cut seems to open up your eyes and makes you look taller and slimmer, which is quite the feat, considering current circumstances!

I LOVE those colours in 1 on you, too -- moody, reflective, thoughtful. What a great outfit -- one of your best yet!

As for #2 - I SO hear you on dressing for the cold. You look cozy and cute.

The new shoes are fantastic!

Sara L.

I love both your new purchases. They look good on you and it's so great that you found such stylish shoes that are also comfortable. I read your other thread first so I'm happy to be able to see a few of your new items in play.

Day Vies

I LOVE the shoes! Outfit #1 really works for me. I love an open cardigan.

Those shoes are lovely, and I think the cardi was a great find.

Beth Ann

Yes, Mandipa, #1 is out of the park! Amazing shoes, PPL in your sleek jeans, and the lovely tonal mix and proportions in your base and new cardi (great necklace, too). Wear this again!

You are dressing with creativity and flair through your pregnancy and busy work schedule. Hope you get a good night's sleep!

Tina.b

What a fabulous pregnant lady you are. Loving the oxfords, what a great purchase. The blues in #1 are just stunning on you!

Angie

Fashion Stylist

I can't get past #1!

KILLER

Stunning oxfords!!

Niefern

Active Member

Those shoes look superb!

Kiwichik

Goodness me I missed the baby news -congratulations!!!

The oxfords look fantastic - love them with the jeans.

CocoLion

I like them both but especially #2. It is unusual. The black and white is graphic and modern, while the long skirt combined with the oxfords is iconoclastic. You rebel you.

Thanks, ladies!

Angie, very appreciative of the K --- thank you! It didn't strike me as being all that, but if it's working, I'm repeating :: waves to Beth Ann::

Suz, thanks for remarking on the hair. Does bolster my resolve --- to go shorter yet! To save myself too-frequent trims actually, for a few months. Of course, there will be a messy growing out period without them, but it's easier than detangling longer locks. (Psst! I'm thinking about a... pixie!)

Claire, it's all in the camera angle, I promise you!

Mona, Sara, Day Vies, Ceit, Tina, Niefern --- thank you for making my day

Denise, I must have been writing as you posted! Thank you --- I rather liked the feeling of 'to hell with figure flattery today' too. Another time I'd have reined in the volume up top with a semi-tuck or belt maybe...

Kiwichik, thank you! It's why I've not been around as regularly of late.

rae

Ooh, I am just loving the tonal blues as well as the flat oxfords with the midi skirt! I actually like the length of the midi as-is, maybe it is the cropped sweater that keeps the leg line long. If you aren't happy with it, have you considered tapering it instead of shortening?

Rae, I'll need to taper it too when I alter---it's deliberately bought two sizes too big to fit my growing belly. It has no stretch though, or vent, so unless I shorten it as well, any taper will prevent me from striding out! Otherwise, I don't much mind the length myself.

Jjsloane

Gorgeous oxfords. Great choice and worth using one of your 12! You look lovely - I especially love the shorter hair.

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