This Is New

The blouse, that is. An actual new, new item. I feel a little guilty having bought something that isn't thrifted or vintage hah. But the boutique I bought the blouse from was going out of business so everything was ridiculously cheap. This blouse was originally $99 and I paid $15, so I'm a happy camper. I snatched up a beautiful white cotton dress with crocheted bodice for a pittance too, but it'll be a while before that garment shows its face here. Too cold yet!

Blouse - Some random little boutique in Ottawa

Skirt - Thrifted from the Salvation Army

Leggings and Leg Warmers - Ardene's

I'm not super keen on the puffyness at the front and the way the fabric sits around the waist, but the gathering at the bust saves it from being a saggy sac shirt, and the sleeves are really fun too. Not to mention the great colours! Fun and cheerful, my kind of blouse.

I tend to avoid wearing anything that ties around my neck, but this is purely aesthetic and has nothing to do with actually keeping the blouse up. I won't have to worry about suddenly being bare if the knot unties! I contemplated actually removing the neck bit, but it grew on me and is now safe from scissors.

Ah how strongly I wish I could wear this without leggings or leg warmers! I know I say this a lot but boy does winter last long in Canada. We actually are in the midst of a sudden snow storm right this minute... One I was not at all expecting either, so of course I'm under dressed for it. *sigh* Come on spring, show your face!

I hope you're all having as good a Monday as Mondays can be. Cheers!