23 November 2009 – S. Style, originally uploaded by academichic.
Sources:
- Corduroy jacket: Ross
- Leaf brooch: courtesy of Vintage Threadz
- Mini pearl “brooches”: mismatched earrings
- Hawaiian “E” necklace: vintage, my grandmother’s
- Yellow cardi: Ann Taylor Outlet
- Floral skirt: thrifted
- Boots: Iriss by Steve Madden, via eBay
End Notes:
We celebrated A.’s birthday last month with a little style homage, and today it’s S.’s turn! I think that whimsy is a great way to describe S.’s style. I love how she always adds little delightful and surprising touches to her outfits — frequently in the form of brooches — and how willing she is to be a little playful with her combinations. I’m taking my cue from her today by clustering on some brooches and pulling out the vintage “E” pendant from my grandmother.
Brooch cluster, originally uploaded by academichic.
Vintage Hawaiian E. Necklace, originally uploaded by academichic.
This exuberance in her wardrobe is also very reflective of S. as a person. She is a consummate and committed scholar, but she doesn’t take herself too seriously. Instead, she has an infectious passion for every challenge that she takes on, whether it’s exploring vélocouture or writing a novel.
I miss you, S.! I know that you will enjoy T.’s visit this week, but I wish we could celebrate in person with you as well!
Happy Birthday, S!, originally uploaded by academichic.
Beautiful outfit. I love the muted colors.
Love that skirt, and what a fun homage to S!
You have definitely captured S.’s style with this tribute look :) I love it! (Happy Birthday, S!)
This is so cute–what a lovely birthday homage!
I love the little peep of yellow. What a lovely tribute. (And happy birthday, S!)
E., you are too cute in the last photo. And S., happy birthday!
aww this is so pretty! Very whimsical, good job!
You do look like S! Cute skirt.
Such a nice birthday tribute :) I am loving knee-high socks with boots…need to get myself some!
Happy Birthday, S! (Yay for November birthdays – I have one too!)
E, you have put together an amazing tribute – especially love the socks and boots.
Love the navy, yellow, and brown together. The florals look so autumnal with this combo.
This is S. to a T! Amazing how you guys can do that!
This is a great S inspired look, right down to the sweet printed skirt.
what a fab skirt!
I have the Target knockoffs of those boots! I can’t wait to try the knee high thing with them!
Adorable outfit… I love the contrasts: fitted jacket with the swingy skirt, floral with corduroy.
That is SO S. I really love the photo with you holding up the sign, you look lovely!
Alles Gute auch von mir!
Freu mich immer, wenn ich gleichgesinnte, trotz PhD-Studium modebewusste Leute finde… Especially since I’m in a field where, thank Nerd, hoodies, t-shirts and sneakers still reign.
Greetings,
poet
You look so cute here!! I love the skirt!
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