Thanks everyone! I really appreciate the feedback on the ALGO-ness of the outfit. As in, maybe it wasn't that ALGO! But you know, it makes me realize that outfits feel ALGO when they're a little outside of your comfort zone; for example, stripes and florals were a big deal for me at first. Now I don't even blink about matching them, so I added in the other elements of the outfit. But because those items hadn't been put together before, it felt like too much. And thanks to everyone's positive feedback, I'll feel more comfortable doing this again because I've realized it's all in my mind. Hmmmm. Deep thoughts!
Ceit and Karie - the denim vest is new (ordered just this week) and it is surprisingly versatile. I am already planning more outfits for it!
Rute, Debora, pil, Alicat- thank you for the boost! And I am loving the jacket. I will post more pics!
lyn67 - this is my fake Bailey 44 dress - I snapped it up at Cleo, a Canadian store. But I can still send it on to you when I'm finished with it
Suz - you're right, this dress has become a workhorse. In fact, after I posted this I made a note to start posting myself wearing other items from my closet. I do have more clothes, everyone! I think it's because this dress inspires so many different ideas for me - it's way more versatile than I ever thought it would be.
Laura - stripes and florals are addictive - be forewarned
Sarah A - thanks! I just passed 200 days ... I am thinking about writing another post on that...
Angie - last thanks go to you! Thanks for the feedback - it is so appreciated