Etsy Outfit

I was going over my favourites on etsy, and I noticed that with some of the clothing on the list could make a complete outfit. Now, what I'm going to share one of the which is already sold, but that doesn't mean that I have to stop favourite-ing it (among other sold pieces of clothing). If I could make an outfit, this is how it would look.

Braided Maiden Headband/Earwarmers in Mint from YesJess

Organic Cotton Sailor Long Sleeve Top from econica

Brown 1970s High Waisted Wide Leg Dress Pants from Love Charles Vintage
(by the way, this is my best friend modeling these pants)

Vintage Etienne Aigner Oxford Flats from OfficerSweetheart (sold)

Embellished Bag - Bow from showpony

It's kind of sailor-esque, huh? I figure this outfit is good for a sunny day that's 65°F or so. If you're wondering about the mint and red stripe, check out a colour wheel or try inverting red in a photo/art editing program. Green is actually the opposite of red, and so it makes it quite complementary, also if mixed together (like paint) they make brown!

Earlier today I managed to go to the Salvation Army in Ann Arbor. I believe I haven't been able to shop there since late October early November. I always find the best stuff there (other than the one in Flint). I'll photograph my findings and share them with you tomorrow.

<3 J.Loo

Spring Fashions, I Long to Wear Thee

It's a little sunnier and a little nicer in the Mitten and I am so so so so ready for skirts/dresses, less layers, and lighter coats. Not too long ago I made a trip to Joann Fabrics to stock up on fabric to finally tackle a few patterns I've acquired in the past. I've made two skirts last week and I have a couple more I've made months ago. Next is a Built By Wendy dress and then a Built By Wendy tunic. I started the skirts to keep me motivated while sewing. Start out easy, makes sense right?

I have a feeling that this Spring is going to be good (despite my allergies). My wardrobe will be updated (with more dresses that I already have enough of), my Winter Blues will be gone, the weather will be warmer, and I'm a soon-to-be 21 year old that will be able to go out more. Pretty dang exciting. I'm just so excited for a little warmer weather and wearing dresses. Check out these bad boys girls that I adore:

1.
Vintage 1970s Mint Day Dress from Thrush Vintage

2.
Vintage Rayon Pastel Floral Sleeveless Shirtdress from mellowdayss -- I'm not a huge fan of floral prints, but what I love about this is the colours and for the fact that this is a floral print that doesn't scream out floral print. Do you know what I mean?

3.
(currently out of stock but still lovely!) Savenger Hunt Dress from ModCloth

4.
Alexa Chung for Madewell -- perfect for those cooler/windy days

5.
Vintage 1970's strappy sandals size 6 1/2 from Thrush Vintage -- They are sold out, but I think they are just so cute and simple. Plus they would fit me just right, well, they are slightly too big for me. I guess I'll have to settle looking for a similar pair.

6.
Repurposed Tulip Floral Print Sundress from SalvagedThreads -- By the looks of this adorable dress I don't know if I would be able to fit in it with my ladybits. The measurements say otherwise, but I don't know if I could suck it in without looking silly. It's meant to be for some teenier girl than I. It's still inspiring though.

7.
Spring/Summer 2010 striped Shirt darkblue from eleanorrot -- I like open back tops, but I'm one of those modest kind of girls and I think this is appropriately the best of both worlds.

8.
The Nautical Wheat Dress from jessjamesjake -- I believe the colour may wash out with my pale skin, but I am just in love with the neckline and the silhouette of this simple dress.

9.
Floral Cotton Shorts from daileedose -- I know for a fact that I can't get away wearing a pair of these in public with my hips and on the larger side bum, but they are just so darling, and I think they would be comfy/great to wear around the house.

10.
Olga blouse in organic cotton from FloremarkShop -- I've always had a thing for Peter Pan colars, and I think this blouse is just darlin' with the rick-rack and buttons. I could wear Peter Pan tops every day.

I hope this has helped spark some ideas for your Spring wardrobe.

<3 J.Loo

Colourful Fun

I'm just taking a little break from cutting fabric and sewing from my freezing studio/bedroom. At the beginning of the week I learned that my application to vend at a spring craft fair being held in Flint was accepted, so I've been working a lot in the basement, err, I mean... my bedroom. There isn't a lot of natural light nor artificial light downstairs to make me happy like this view I am currently looking at as I type this post right.

I'm extremely excited that the weather has calmed down precipitation-wise and warmed up (as I'm sure most Midwesterners are happy too). I wish I could sew in my backyard, but the ground is not so pleasant. I'm not going into details of how my dogs made the grass stinky. So during this little warming-up-from-freezing break I decided to look up some colourful fun to inspire me. I found this vibrant music video at the We Love You So blog.

Mia Doi Todd "Open Your Heart" dir. Michel Gondry from Viewers Like You on Vimeo.

I've never heard of Mia Doi Todd before viewing this video, and though I don't entirely understand what she is singing I can say that she has a lovely voice. There's a certain magic about this video that made me think "How did they do that? It's almost like computer," but honestly it's just people and different coloured t-shirts. It's simple direction to move, like how cheerleaders guide you at a football game. Though, instead of cheerleaders guiding the rainbow people it's Michel Gondry, so there really isn't much of a surprise that it's creative. I guess there was just some disconnection from what my brain processed and what my eyes saw.

Tell me what you think.

<3 J.Loo