2 September 2009, originally uploaded by academichic.Sources:
- Cropped jacket – thrifted, remixed
- Art Deco brooch – thrifted
- Green tee – H&M, remixed
- Trouser jeans – Old Navy, remixed
- Plaid pointy-toe flats – Target, remixed
Endnotes:
I’m looking forward to fall and being able to pull out cozy jackets and cardigans again. This past spring, we experimented with trends and how we can make them work for our body types, and I finally jumped on the cropped jacket bandwagon. Being short-waisted, I just didn’t think this could work for me, but there are certain tricks that can be applied to mitigate this ‘tiny torso’ problem of mine. The most important one being: wearing a longer top underneath that hits about mid-hip in order to still crate a longer torso line. Were I to wear this with a top that ended at my waist or with a tucked in top, you’d think my top portion ended just below my chest. Not really a look I’m going for.
Being conscious of proportions makes it much easier to incorporate trends or looks that may seem scarily out of one’s comfort zone. I apply the same methodology to my use of accessories. E. started an interesting discussion about brooches the other day and many of you agreed that brooches are a little more challenging of an accessory. I love brooches as a way to add interest to a top, as a make-shift button closure, or as a pashmina fastener around your shoulders. This summer, I followed A’s example and even starting wearing brooches as a belt accessory. The key is in the proportions: when wearing a brooch, I opt out of a necklace or bold earrings and let my pin take center stage. This just works for me because I prefer an understated look in terms of jewelry. If you’re bold and love wearing more, than go for it! But for the accessories-timid like myself, keeping it simple can make ‘brooching the subject’ a more doable task. And once you embrace brooches, you realize how many gorgeous vintage ones are out there for the taking in thrift stores and consignment stores alike. S.
For the first time I am looking forward to winter.
I was looking forward to autumn and winter unless the reality of rainy miserable weather hit today… but in fairness, I am looking forward to wearing knits, tights and boots again.
I, too, am looking forward to fall and winter. Unfortunately, I live in the South, so we might have another month or so of summer left.
I’ve been using longer tops to lengthen my own short torso for years without even realizing it! Thanks for pointing it out to me :)
Thanks for the link love! I really appreciate it! I love brooches and wear them all the time! Thanks again!
I’ve had “brooches as a belt accent” on my outfit to-do list for AGES! Such a fun look.
Cute jacket and flats!
My body proportion is akin to yours. I hope to see more examples on how you pulled stuffs together. Thus, highlighting your proportion.
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Beautiful jacket! And I love your brooch.
Love the brooch, it’s a nice touch. I, too, am excited to wear jackets, cozy sweaters, and tights again. I heart fall!