Another version of Angie's blog look: wiw 10/27/20

I really enjoyed wearing this outfit yesterday, even though I know that cropped unfitted sweaters can be deadly on my busty,short-wasted self. Always on the lookout for good black sweaters, I found this one in my favourite indie boutique and picked up the lace trimmed sleeveless tank at the same time. It's the perfect filler for wider necklines in winter. The sweater is risky flattery-wise, but the cut felt a little more contemporary than my usual so I went with it. Beautiful Italian wool, warm and cozy without being stifling and hot. Old Zara pants which got tons of comments - they are "out there" but.....
I wish I had duplicated these pants in other solid colours - they are perfect everyday pants for me: pockets, pull on style, big fun cuff.
And following along with my dressier mood, I found this pearl/leather neck piece I forgot I owned, which made me feel prettier and polished. Suede Zara boots that went into the garbage the minute I got home . (something is loose inside the block heel and made the most obnoxious noise all day long - SO fussy and ridiculous. I have no time for things like that that draw attention to the wearer for all of the wrong reasons.)

'Since my personal woe-is-me post of last week, I've had a lovely week of lots of self-care, complete elimination of gluten and alcohol, and tons of collagen in everything I drink (coffee, water). Back onto my Candicin and Probiotics too. I'm already feeling less miserable, and hope to keep the good feelings up. Thank you to all who indulged me, and to those who offered suggestions and ideas. I'm deep-diving into my nutrition reading again, and looking at a few options for long -term weight and health stability .

Cheers

faux fur coat - Papillon, last year
scarf - mcQ
pants - Zara last year
sweater - "M" - new
cami - Culture new
boots - Zara last year

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Barbara Diane

Veteran

I’m glad to hear about your self care and that you are feeling better.
I like your outfit, especially the pearl and leather necklace.

anchie

As I read your description of the outfit I started imagining it in my head, but of course whenI finally looked at the photos it is much better. It is lot of black but because of all those different textures it works brilliantly.
Good luck with your self care program. Eliminating alcohol and gluten made big difference in my life.

slim cat

You look absolutely fab - love your mix of textures and prints! I wish I can have something like that for my work . Sorry to hear about the boots.
Your hair looks great - a few soft highlights and pretty color/shape.
Is it fresh look from recent app with hairdresser?

kkards

Love those pants, just the right amount of dressy/slouchy, and love the peak of lace popping out from the sweater. And i think that sweater length works really well on you.
glad to hear that you’ve taken some time for some self care and that you’re already feeling the results

Laurie

Those pants are truly fab, and look so great with the boots! The whole outfit is super. I'm so glad you are feeling better. It shows!

Roxanna

Polished, edgy and current - exactly how I think of you and yoru style. And I LOVE the idea of filling in wider necklines with lace...and I have a couple of camisoles that would be perfect for this! thanks for the idea.

kellygirl

Gorgeous as usual. Love those pants with the booties and that scarf is so perfect for the season! Your hair looks fantastic too!

Anonymous

Looks great- and glad you're feeling better!

You look fantastic, am so pleased to hear you're feeling better and inspired to take care of the lovely body that has done so well by you so far.

Minaminu

Looking great and fab haircut! I like this outfit, polished and relaxed at the same time!

Ginkgo

Wow, you look stunning! I like how you've picked up the white in the pants with the pearl necklace -- definitely an elegant outfit.

nemosmom

Does it really get any better than pull-on pants?! (I am only half-kidding)... you look great, and how wonderful that you are taking care of yourself!

Lynette

Active Member

Loooove this look on you Lisa! And your hair is looking fab too. You always inspire me.

Firecracker (Sharan)

Super outfit! I like the edgy creativity here, and it looks great on you. What a good find, with the sweater and cami. Too bad about the misbehaving shoes, but I appreciate your decisiveness. I admire someone who doesn't suffer fools (even in footwear) gladly.

AndiB

Terrific look, too bad about the boots because they make the outfit! But still. If they’re noisy (?!). I’m off alcohol too and inconsistent about carbs. When I am consistent I sure feel good!

rachylou

This is very good. Has a lot of edge - a little punk, a little funk. I may be alone in this, but I really like you in a *hard* look, Lisap.

Jaime

(website)

The lace filler is a great idea. I am off these unstructured wide necklines but need to fill the ones I have up. Along with the self care the hair is a booster also, no? You look fab!

Joy

Lisa, I love this outfit, and it is perfect for Halloween week or Day of the Dead. I wish I could find pull-on pants like that, wearing skulls has become too ironic for an over 70, especially during a pandemic. Enjoy while you can.

Lynne

Great outfit, edgy and interesting! The pants look super versatile.

RobinF

Love your outfit, those pants are fab! Too bad about the boots, they look great but who wants to be annoyed all day?

lyn67

Applause, love the styling of the plaid pants with the new things! Learned a lot from this thread-
1. about what really is considered a newer more curent style sweater for us over a certain age(=cropped unfitted?) and also got some encouragement to try them no matter my preconceptions of flattering as am also on the busty side:-).
2.-it didn't occure me that a speciffic -like yours here- lacey cami can be used to fill up the sides of a wide neck in such an intentional way...hm...I was stucked with the idea you only can fill the deep V-necks on the bottom....great tip!
Thank you for posting! (+big love for the the mcQ scarf!)

catherine

Edgy, sophisticated, and cool. You look great.

Joy - the skull motif in art and fashion is not necessarily a signifier of Hallowe'en or Day of the Dead. In fact, Alexander McQueen's use of the skull in prints, jewellery and bag hardware is a symbol of the fragility of life and creation . Human anatomy (esp skulls) have been represented in art work for centuries. I happen to see the skull as an extremely beautiful and profound image, and while it can certainly look macabre or costume-y I don't think I ever wear it that way. I have two of these, and hope to have them forever! I also have a stunningly beautiful (to me, anyways) charcoal sketch of the human skull , hand and spine that I display in my home during the winter months.

Thank you all for the lovely comments! It's amazing what a week of clean eating, eliminating inflammatory foods and drink , and lots of body /skin care can do for one's state of mind. And btw - wearing so much black is not by choice: it's required at my place of work . I make the best of it by wearing pieces that are interesting and different from everyone else's

Bijou

Stunning! Your hair is looking very fab too. So glad to hear that you are feeling happier and in control.

Suz

OMG, brilliant pattern mix!! Especially in the lead up to Halloween!

I used to feel like you do about the skull, but getting older, it takes on new meanings and there are places I would not wear the motif...like to visit a sick person, or a funeral or to see someone who is grieving. As one gets older this becomes more common. I do have skull earrings and used to have a pendant that always got comments.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

LOVE the lace with the pearls and checks! Hair looks smashing too.

KILLER pants and Chanel-esqe vibe. Effectively texture-rich. Fun pattern mix and ready for Halloween

Great to hear you're feeling better in mind, body and spirit. Keep on going!

Sara L.

Wow! You look great! I love the pearls and the scarf.

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