WIW in 2008 and ETA WIW today

Angie's post had me feeling all warm and fuzzy this morning. Belted long cardigans instantly transport me to a happy memory of three generations of my family baking holiday cookies together. We lost my grandmother a few years ago and this day is one I always think back on as a time of good health and shared traditions. I'll be trying the belted caring an look just to harness some of those good feelings.

I know we've discussed trends we won't try because of negative connotations but would you wear a trend primarily because it reminded you of happy times?

ETA: Had to duplucate this one ASAP. Perfect for the cold and blustery weather we're having. Couldnt find my black belt, but I think it will be better for future wears. I literally threw this on, so dont be shy with the feedback.

Bonus bunny photo bomb!

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9 years ago

Jenny H

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Lovely story! I would also wear a trend primarily because it reminded me of happy times.

Janet

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Aw, what a lovely memory to have, and a great reason to love a trend.

I would try a trend that reminds me of good times, as long as it works for my body and my life as it is now. Some things are best left in the past (i.e., really oversized shirts over leggings from the 80s!).

bj1111

why do you think i keep trying to dress like alexis carrington--i loved her look and i loved being in college at the time.

jackiec

Absolutely. Very special.

What a delightful spread of cookies...you've made me very hungry....

rabbit

Aw, thanks for sharing. Yes, I do like certain late 80's, early 90's looks because of the happy associations, although I hopefully try to incorporate the elements in a more modern way. Plaid shirts, leggings, double-breasted pea coats, lace-up booties all have happy memories.

Meredith

I definitely agree a sentimental look still needs to be executed in a modern way and still work for your style and body.

Bj1111 hiw do you think Alexis Carrington would wear the cardi belt combo?

Rabbit, I want to love all the 90s influences out there but that was definitely an awkward stage for me...the bad kind of memories.

I just had to pop back in because of the bunny photo bomb Is he/she a Rex? I used to have indoor bunny friends.

I like your 'now' outfit. That cardigan looks great with that belt.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Great story, and super cute outfit. You rock the cardi and belt look. xo

Suz

What a terrific story, and super outfit! You look great in a cardi and belt, and I actually like the brown with the grey here.

I would wear a trend because it reminded me of happy times, for sure.

Lyn D.

Love the 2014 version- and your Bunny matches the brown belt

Joy

A bomber bunny must be a YLF first. So sweet. You look great in a belted cardigan. Your 2014 version with the brown belt is my favorite..softer.
I don't think my happy memory outfits would be appropriate now but the yellow raisen Halogen pencil skirt brings thoughts to mind of a loved bright yellow wrap skirt.

Windchime

The photo of three generations gathered around the holiday baking is wonderful. You definitely have the right figure for a belted cardigan and look very cute in your 2014 outfit. I know I would wear something that brought back happy memories, although I can't think of anything specific at the moment.

Carole

Touching story and I can relate to gravitating to anything that reminds me of special moments or people in my life. A belted cardigan is a great look for you!

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