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Sunday 22 February 2015

Relentless

Our heat that is... relentless!    Here in my part of the southern hemisphere, we are experiencing a hot and humid February and a summer that feels like it may never end.

tshirt : otto mode
henley drape skirt : metalicus
sandals : myer
earrngs : gift from my freind Jenni:)
nerf bullett : c/- my master 12




We have a phrase that we use over at You Look Fab.  Just Flattering Enough!  As time goes on I find I am less interested in conventionally flattering silhouettes and am very drawn to interesting shapes and silhouettes.  That's not to say that I don't appreciate classic or conventional flattery, because I do.   I just don't always seek that for myself.

This Metalicus Skirt was a Christmas/ New Year holiday purchase.  The design of the skirt won me over immediately as it was reminiscent of the Metalicus Curiously Draped Dress, a dress I have had my eye on but haven't bought because I really don't need another summer dress... goodness, did I say that out loud?!   I first tried the skirt on while shopping with my very classic sister who thought the skirt was awful.  So we continued shopping and after we parted, I made a bee line back to the store, tried it on again.. and took it home.

The skirt is a transeasonal fabric and will transition nicely into Autumn/Winter with the heavier toppers and footwear.  

Have you bought anything recently that defies conventional flattery?  If so what, and did friends or family comment?  

Thank for visiting.

xxx Deborah

BTW... that 's a nerf bullet at my feet in the first pic, the remnants of a children's party!


Linking with Patti over at Not Dead Yet Style xx

Sunday 8 February 2015

Obi



I was inspired by friend and fellow blogger Sharon at The Breastless Years to get out my Obi belt and "belt up" for the first time in a long time.

tunic : limited editions, target
culottes : suzanne grae
sandals : rubi
earrings : local market
bracelet : tiffany
nailpolish : opi




I actually have three Obi belts, all somewhat different, all black and all currently a little neglected.   The Obi 'sash' was originally designed as a belt or sash for the Kimono but like many traditional items, the Obi is now part of modern styling. I enjoy the waist definition it can provide and it's 'girdle' like effect of firming up one's wobbly midsection... well mine anyway!  I generally prefer more waist surrendering looks, but this was a nice change and I liked the proportions it helps create.  Of course, I have obscured part of the belt with the drape of my tunic preventing the belt from visually cutting me in half and creating the illusion of continuity to the top half of my outfit.

The Obi belt also seems to remain on the fringe of fashion.  Having it's moments of popularity but generally not in, but never out of fashion, making it quite a timeless piece in any wardrobe.  

Do you prefer to belt or not belt?  Is there an Obi belt in your wardrobe?

Thanks for dropping by.

xxx Deborah

I'm over at Not Dead Yet Style for Visible Monday so make sure you drop by there also:)