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Astrid

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It's been a while since I posted pictures of an outfit, so I thought I'd take pics of what I'm wearing today. I realised I have posted very few this year... All in all my style is like it has always been, no big changes here. The weather has basically switched from T-shirt weather to cold fall, so I'm already in my wool pullovers. Wearing my old redyed skinnies, resoled oxfords and favourite wool pullover, plus my Oma's ring and the handknit cowl made by Eva.

As far as shopping goes - I ordered the same pullover I'm wearing here in dark grey a few days ago (it's a direct replacement for the sea green wool pullover I had). I know that the grey looks good on me, I had already bought a cardigan in that color. And it was 50% off. I've also ordered the Josef Seibel shoes in #4 for very little money, if they work with my wide feet I would have a light colored pair of shoes that works good with pants and skirts. Maybe even for travel? We'll see. Otherwise I've been looking for more things on sale for my travel capsule, I don't plan to buy any "normal" clothing right now besides the pullover and shoes (if they work out).

Anyone else just wearing their stuff this fall and not shopping much?

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April

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Astrid, great to see you! Our weather has done the same, and you look so cozy to me on this cold morning.

I'm actually doing the opposite. Lots of shopping this fall. Last year at this time I was moving and selling my old house, and my wardrobe dwindled and suffered in the process. This year I have gone through and ruthlessly weeded out old items that no longer work for me, but have also done a lot of replenishing.

It's like there's a balance being maintained in the wardrobe universe: as someone is not adding, someone else is adding a lot...

And there's Angie, holding down the fulcrum spot with her disciplined, "one in, one out" rule.

Sisi

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Hi Astrid, looking at your pic made me smile because yesterday I was dressed (almost) exactly like you! Unlike you I will have to do some Autumn shopping because I badly need warm pullovers and a warm dress, if I can find one (for my challenge).

Those light shoes are beautiful! They could become a great workhorse.

Style Fan

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You look very cozy and comfy Astrid. That is a very pretty ring. I have done a wardrobe audit and I have not done any shopping this fall. I am making a list of items that I want to add to my wardrobe.

Tanya

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So nice to see you posting again, Astrid. You look very cozy, perfectly dressed for the weather. The cowl really adds a special touch. I really like the new shoes, too.
I too am trying to do very little (for me) shopping this season mainly for financial reasons. I have put myself on a shopping diet, I cans till shop but my overall budget for the season is very small so when it's out, no more shopping at all.

lady

I love the cowl and ring. It's beautiful.

I've been shopping though I'm try to curb it. My wardrobe had become quite dated so I've been refreshing all year long but my body is changing so I should slow......but shopping is so fun. :-p

kellygirl

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Great to see you. Our fall is just starting--a few days of cool weather sprinkled in with the dog days of summer. I've been wearing tried and true fall FFBOs (with boots) which I've enjoyed--no need for new stuff right now. I'm sure that will change as I begin to tire of my old stuff.

Love the ring and the simplicity of your outfit. You always look so good!

Astrid

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Thanks April! That makes sense. I do think that I'm going to shop a lot more next year too, because by then I'll hopefully have a real job with more money to spend. And I will need to do some serious shopping to add more work appropriate clothes, shoes and so on to my casual student wardrobe. But I'm looking forward to it. Right now I don't really have to dress for anything, so no one cares how I look or if I wear the same clothes again and again. So the travel capsule has priority.

Thanks Sisi! I think so too, if the shoes fit right. Keeping my fingers crossed... And I hope you find what you're looking for!

Thanks Style Fan! Good for you to do an audit, my wardrobe additions have been rather random recently. I should also make a list next year, once I've moved and have the time to shop for new things.

Thanks Tanya! Yes, I do want to keep the money together too. Everything I spend now is money I could use for more fun things on my trip. And I'm happy enough with my cold weather wardrobe, so I don't really need new things. And I'm trying to spend as little as possible for the items I need for the trip.

Thanks Lady! I know very well how it goes when your whole wardrobe seems to need a refresh. But yes, I would try to slow down a bit if your body is changing. There's nothing worse than a lot of fab new things you can't even wear much before they don't fit anymore. Right now I'm a bit frustrated because my weight is up again by about 4kg which means that some newer items in my already rather small wardrobe don't fit right or are slightly uncomfortable. I want to fit into my hiking pants again for the trip in February, no idea if I will be able to pull it off...

Thanks Kelly! I guess I could have worn boots too, but I figured that I'll have a lot of time to wear them in the coming months so I'm sticking with the oxfords and sneakers as long as possible.

tulle

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Good to see you, Astrid! You look very comfortable: warm, shipshape, and ready for Autumn. This is my favorite way to dress in cold weather, too. The ring and beautifully knitted cowl add distinction. I miss Eva's posts, and often think of her, so it's nice to see some of her handiwork. The new gray sweater and woven shoes look like good additions. Do you generally find Josef Seibel shoes comfortable? A pair of Seibel work boots in burnished cherry red is tempting me--I can never resist red shoes!

Summer

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Nice to see you, Astrid, and you are looking lovely as ever. I love the cowl and your special ring.
I will definitely be wearing what I have already, although I did buy a few autumn pieces in the sales. I need new jeans and a replacement watch, but that will probably be it for a while.

Angie

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Good to see you, Astrid. And as always, you look super cute.

texstyle

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Hey Astrid - great to see you! I think it's a good idea to duplicate a known item, I do this all the time. I'm mostly done for fall/winter shopping as it's one of my shorter seasons so I have to keep perspective despite my love of the colors available. I did order two last warm weather items for next season - a boxy white short sleeved button up and a Ciao printed tee. Of course I'll likely have the warm temps to wear them sooner.

Astrid

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Thanks tulle! Agree, I miss Eva too. I follow her on Instagram though, she's very active there. I don't think I've ever owned Josef Seibel shoes before, but the ones I've tried in the store in the past were quite comfortable and seemed to be well made. I know that a lot of forum members have the Caspian (?) sneakers, but those didn't work for me. Do you mean the red lace boots? I saw them on the website and loved them, but I don't need new boots.

Thanks Summer! Good jeans are always important. And a watch too, I couldn't go without one.

Thanks Angie!

Thanks Texstyle! Makes totally sense to shop for your main season of course. Even more if you don't have to wait that long to wear them... And I just like the way these pullovers fit and wear, why keep looking for something else if this works so well and the price is right?

Firecracker (Sharan)

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You look great, Astrid. That cowl is so pretty on you; Eva has a good eye (and a talent for knitting beautiful things)! The shoes look like a good bet, too. I'm trying hard not to buy things this fall, because I really am set. My temptation is shoes or booties, which I do NOT NEED one iota.

Anonymous

Nice to see you Astrid! You look great! I really like the cowl over that lovely soft oatmeal toned sweater

peacechick

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You look lovely, Astrid. I love the colors you put together, and it all looks well made and cozy. I think wearing our stuff and not shopping is what we all want to do, not that we always manage it!

Barbara Diane

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I especially like the cowl and your ring.
I'm looking forward to remixing my fall clothes. Also, I bought several dresses at NAS and a few other items. And I'm still looking to add a few specific things.

tulle

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Yes, Astrid, the red lace-up boots. Cheerful, aren't they? The leather looks comfortable, but it's hard to tell whether the soles have any flexibility--a necessity for me.

Astrid

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Thanks Sharan! That's true, she's making beautiful things. And I'm always tempted by shoes and booties too! I'm just "lucky" that I have wide feet and many shoes don't fit me comfortably and I have to admire them on others. Often takes the temptation out of it...

Thanks Diane! Yes, the two colors are really lovely together.

Thanks peacechick - definitely cozy! That's one thing I love about cold weather, the fact that I can wear my cozy wool stuff. So nice!

Thanks Barbara Diane! I've had the ring for a while, but I've only been wearing it quite regularly lately. It's definitely one of my favourite pieces of jewellery right now.

Astrid

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Tulle, there's a big department store that is carrying Josef Seibel where I'll have some errands to run this afternoon/evening. I can have a look if they have the boots (Sienna, right?) and if the sole is flexible, if you want. It would take me just ten minutes to have a look, so I'd be happy to do it.

ETA Had a look but they didn't have them.

Helen11

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You do look cosy and warm. I think it's great for your wardrobe to be able to fill your needs right now, and especially not wanting to be tempted by shopping when you have a trip to save for. (I really am excited about your holiday. You will have a great time!)
Your ring is beautiful, too.

Astrid

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Thanks Helen! I'm still super excited too. I've been looking up things and reading my travel guides as a treat after finishing work for the day.

Ornella

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I like seeing you in bright top. The scarf really enhances the cozy vibe and is perfect colouf for you. Great autumnal Astrid outfit. The ring is beautiful.

Like you, I'm enjoying what I currently have. I've added very little stuff generally in the past year or so, it's been mostly replacements and/or upgrades. I love what I have too much to add pieces that would fight for my attention (and make me feel guilty for not wearing the heck out of my existing clothes). I, however, always look, there are things like fabulous turtleneck or button shirt or dress or shoes that are staples, but are so rare that there's no danger of over shopping

ramya

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You look so good Astrid!! I love that shoes. I would buy it in instant

I too am not shopping currently. Will be buying jeans in India
I will be adding sweater in winters. But that's all.

Astrid

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Thanks Ornella! You're right, it's easier to pass when you have clothes you love wearing. I don't stop browsing either and have look from time to time, just because it's fun. And sure, if I'd come across that one piece that were made for me and otherwise hard to find I'd definitely not say no. But I haven't came across anything like that in a while.

Thanks Ramya. Right, I remember you asking about when and where to buy jeans... I hope you find what you're looking for in India!

El Cee

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Great to see you again Astrid. Love your cozy Autumn outfit... and your ring is stunning. Good luck with putting together your travel capsule. That is a very smart endeavor.

Astrid

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Thanks El Cee! I thought it was a good idea to start early, especially because I don't want to spend too much money on it.

Oh and an update on the shoes, unfortunately they don't fit. But I'm not too disappointed, they didn't look as nice as they do in the picture. So they're going back.

JAileen

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The shoes are super cute. Oh I see they didn't work out. Onward and upward. There will be another pair to fill that void.