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What I Bought in Arnhem with Angie

Inge

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Angie and I had the most wonderful time catching up while she was in the Netherlands, and we, of course, did a bit of shopping too;-)
Angie got gorgeous stuff (see her forum thread) and helped me find some things that will work well for my F/W wardrobe and casual lifestyle. Thanks so much for the guidance and advice, Angie!

I bought:
- A burgundy cardigan with great texture and a pearl pendant necklace at COS.

- Very comfortable brown (with a greyish tinge) suede booties at the same store where Angie found her stunning new booties. Booties with a higher shaft to wear with cropped pants and jeans in colder weather were high on my needs list, and these fit the bill.

- I got lucky at the Mephisto store where I found a pair of white sandals on sale. Comfy and fun Summer footwear has been tough to find for me since I started wearing orthotics, so I'm chuffed I came across these (which I can wear without orthotics).

- Two patterned blouses with nice drape that are a little more tailored. We decided these can be my "new T-shirt": they're streamlined, dressy yet relaxed, and can work on their own or layered underneath cardigans etc. It's fun to switch things up regularly, so I'm thrilled to have this new silhouette for the Fall season (I used to wear this type of blouse often when I first joined YLF, then went through a more oversized phase, and am now embracing the look again).

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Long pearl and disc necklace

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Inge

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Also: Angie immediately realized that the COS cardigan would look fab with the plaid & floral shirt I bought at the NAS, and with the burgundy ombré booties I found in Arnhem last year (items pictured below). It took us both a few minutes to remember that I also bought the Halogen cropped pants in burgundy, which meant that I had a complete outfit already (hilarious:-)
The cardigan also looks great with a fuchsia blouse I got last year.
And the two blouses work brilliantly with cardigans I already had in my closet.
E.g. I wore this outfit twice already:
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I'm so happy with my new loot and have put together some ensemble ideas which I will be sporting soon as it's started to cool down here this week.

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Caslon Plaid & Floral Tunic Shirt

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Halogen Kick Flare Knit Ankle Pants

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Pleione Sleeveless Asymmetrical Tunic

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Angie

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Let me be the first to say that it was all KILLER STUNNING on my darling friend. We always have a ball shopping together. I love everthing, and sweet Inge - show the pics of the fashion show you did at home mixing and matching the new items. Killer GORGEOUS. People will feel inspired.

I love that we found some new stores for you to shop in - like Costes. The blouses are your new "tees". LOVE how streamlined and flattering they are. Fun to come full circle.....

AND, you've been wearing the stash already! Go Team Wear.

Angie

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(I wonder if your Bordeaux dress from last season will work over the burgundy cropped flares?)

Angie

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Now I see THIS bag in the mix:

Rebecca Minkoff Sunday Large Saddle

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rachylou

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Sweet! Hey, we're Halogen crop twins... and I have a pair of white Mephisto sandals that I love too... they're blingy, tho... still. I wonder. I might try them with the crops just for the fun of it

Tanya

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Beautiful new goodies, Inge, I especially like the cardigan and blouses. I adore burgundy in the fall. And I love all the outfits you put together, very fab.

Barbara Diane

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Wow, besides the fun you two had, it is amazing both how Angie has your wardrobe in her head, and how well your new items play with your wardrobe. That is almost an endless supply of new outfits. What a wonderful refresher for your wardrobe!

Lisa

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I love that you are using a blouse as your "t-shirt." It's a lovely look and a nice change from a casual t-shirt and jeans look. I'm taking notes on this. And how fun that you already have pieces in your wardrobe to work with your new things!

Mirjana

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Wow, Inge lovely cardigan and blouses, love your new silhouette for Fall.

Ginger

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Wow, beautiful items! I love how you're going all-in with burgundy. It's quickly becoming my favorite fall color as well, and I'm buying in while it's available.

Dianna

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It must be fun to shop with Angie. Beautiful new pieces, Inge, specially your burgundy cardigan. Burgundy is one of my favorite fall/winter colors.

Joyce B

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You got a beautiful haul! Now I think I also want to go shopping with you and Angie!

Suz

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What a lovely set of outfits you've devised here! I really like the two new blouses. It is fun to get to know an old-favourite style again after a bit of a break. Perhaps we're all itching for a bit of a change after years of drapey knits.

Of course I'm especially excited about the colour combos -- love the idea of the burgundy with the pink asymmetrical top, especially! That's always a slightly unexpected yet brilliant autumn combination. And a long burgundy sweater can be a real wardrobe workhorse, in my closet, anyway. My own is actually more cranberry than burgundy, but even so I find it mixes well with most things in my closet.

As for the sandals, what a great find. You'll be happy to have those next year when the season changes.

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Lovely pieces- and I'm right there with you on finding the new "t shirt". I like your picks in that category. And the necklace!! A girl after my own heart

Jane

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Gorgeous Inge! Such lovely autumnal berry colours. I love the bag too! The texture of the cardigan looks very modern and chic.

Runcarla

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The maroon/merlot, pink, and navy mix will be wonderful with your 'Snow White' colouring ( dark hair + fair ski). I think getting the NAS Halogen crops in merlot was genius!

Sal

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Lovely colours and shapes - I love the blouses in particular. It sounds like a fun day.

Firecracker (Sharan)

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Gorgeous finds, Inge! And what fun you two had! You looked stunning in Angie's trip photos--I love your cat-eye sunglasses with a bit of a retro feel. They are so pretty on you.

Jaime

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What fun you and Angie must have together! I love when you buy from COS - it is one of my favorite retail stores. The new pieces look perfect for you Inge and just the sort of things to put a new spin in your wardrobe. Particularly the blouses, which I predict will become workhorses!

Joy

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What lovely additions! Question: Are the wide loose pants shown worn with the burgundy cardigan in the Finds picture popular in Europe?
I am loving every outfit that you created. You have an enviable wardrobe.

Style Fan

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Love your new wardrobe pieces Inge. Burgundy is such a beautiful colour. Great outfit looks.

Inge

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Thank you tons, Angie!! I’m blushing profoundly!! And yes, Costes and the blouses were such a good find. Very excited about my new “tees”:-) Go Team Wear for sure!-)
Will try the dress with the cropped flares asap. I was also thinking that the new cardigan might work over the dress (paired with tall boots).
And YEZZZZ!!! I totally see that bag in the mix too. Need to save up though.

Rachylou - Brilliant that we are Halogen crop twins! And you know what I’m going to say, right: there’s nothing wrong with a bit of bling, go for it

Tanya and Ginger - Burgundy absolutely is one of my favourites for Fall too.

Barbara Diane - I swear, Angie has the memory of an elephant. It’s not just my wardrobe, she remembers pretty much everything anyone on the forum has ever shown her. I’m super pleased with the new items because, as you said, it will help me create a great number of outfits with the clothes already in my closet.

Lisa - Exactly. It feels fresh and is a bit more dressy than a tee.

Dianna, Joyce - Shopping with Angie is an absolute treat and I wish you could all come with us next time!!!

Suz - *nodding about needing a bit of a change*. And yes! I was so pleasantly surprised when I tried on the new cardigan with that fuchsia blouse. It’s a bit unexpected but such a good combination. I love your cranberry items, Suz, and won’t say no if I ever come across a cardigan or fab sweater in cranberry (it’s another one of my favourite colours;-) I always think it looks extra stunning and rich with your hair. Sandals: exactly!!

Lisa - Hope you find your new tee too. And I’m chuffed that you love the necklace:-)

Jane - Thank you! The texture on the cardigan was definitely a big selling point.

Runcarla - Oh thank you! I do love the navy mixed in with the pink and merlot, and I’m soooo glad I decided to get the crops in merlot:-)

Sal - Thank you. It was a wonderful day for sure.

Sharan - We really did have a ball! And thank you so much, that’s so sweet of you. And I'm thrilled that you love my sunnies:-)

Jaime - I always look forward to my days with Angie SO much! COS is absolutely one of the stores I always try to visit, and I too have a feeling the new blouse will become workhorses.

Joy - I haven’t seen them around much at all, Joy. And have a feeling they will be kind of a fringe trend (COS often has more fringe and avant-garde items mixed into their assortment). I do really love the idea of a full-length wide-leg trouser for myself, but I prefer them a bit more tailored and a bit less slouchy than on the model.

Mirjana and Style Fan - Thank you!

RobinF

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I love your new finds, how fun to have such a good shopping companion! Love the burgundy cardigan, I think I need to have one on my list for this fall. And great outfit combos. Love it when a new purchase fits in so well with my existing wardrobe.

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I looove the brown booties! So cool!

Brooklyn

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Your joint shopping day sounds like so much fun. Love your haul. We are drawn to the same colours!

Beth Ann

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Love your goodies, Inge! Thanks for sharing your items and the fun with us! The booties are particularly lovely!

Scarlet

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Thanks for sharing your adventures, Inge. I am fascinated by the colors. I didn't know you enjoyed burgundy.

Debbie

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I absolutely love these pieces. Stunning! I want to try that tunic. You have impeccable taste! That bag Angie found would look stunning with this capsule!

Inge

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Robin - Fingers crossed you find a fab burgundy cardigan too.
Smittie and Beth Ann - Thank you:-)
Brooklyn - It was a blast.
Scarlet - I do! Anything in the - what I call - purple family, as long they are cool-toned colours.
Debbie - You are so sweet, thank you. I think you would like the tunic (and it's lightweight, so good for warmer temps too). And I know, I want that bag!!-)

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