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Monday, April 26, 2010

Perfectly Persimmon


One of the reasons I love to include gifs (moving pictures) in posts is because the outdoors isn't static. I'm usually being blown around by the wind, getting rained on, or attacked by insects. The other day there were about a dozen snakes sunning themselves everywhere (which was a bit disconcerting). Regardless of what I experience, a picture is a single captured moment and usually full of deceptive serenity. A moving picture shows you the wind or rushing water; a more accurate depiction of a day.
On an entirely different note: I really love a good yellow bag to lug all my "baggage" around in. My loyal mustard yellow purse was beginning to look worse for the wear (fraying stitches and such), so finding this perfectly persimmon bag was basically a match made in heaven. Add to the equation that the bag is made from recycled leather and the drawstrings make it possible to style it in a bucket shape and it really can't be beat.

Outfit details:
Eight Sixty blazer via Gilt
H&M dress
Thank You Mart socks
Seychelles shoes from my sisters
filigree and Bijules ring via Gilt

65 comments:

Rebecca said...

I love this outfit - especially the yellow/indigo theme. The little jacket is adorable - so useful for this time of year and it really smartens up an outfit but looks so comfy.

Tara said...

I love the locations for your shoots, the gifs are such a cute addition too! This is a great outfit, I love it!

Clara said...

wow love your shoes!
xx

Charmalade said...

The colors are lusciously bold here-- I love the bag! both the name (I love persimmons) and the shape. I like gifs too, since they give us a peek into the 3D while still remaining silent.

And aahhhh I would be more than a little disconcerted about those snakes, too. D:

Toast with Charmalade

meowsk said...

I can totally relate to the activeness of nature while taking photos. In my latest photos I was nearly attacked by several giant bumblebees and a black spider. I do fine with most things except spiders. The worst is stepping in a pile of leaves and suddenly a bunch of spiders are crawling all over my legs. CREEPS ME OUT!

Also, I totally inadvertently matched you in my post today. :o)

Clau! said...

Love your shoes... the design and color are great!!!

Saludos,
Clau!
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Endy said...

so lovely!

PenPot said...

Beautiful outfit as always.
xx

The Red Velvet Shoe said...

Love those shoes! Just wanted to tell you that I'm hosting a
Vintage Springtime Give~Away!
over at my blog, so come on over and play!
~Michelle

christine said...

LOVE this hole look! Great bag, I'm on the hunt for a new one in this color as well..... I especially love the last photo of you, and of course the one with the wind "blowing".

joelle van dyne said...

that bag is perfect! i love anything mustard colored, and the bucket shape is so cute. it looks really nice and soft. pairing it with that watercolor green dress looks gorgeous- very nature-y. ~joelle

Lemondrop Marie said...

Love the pop of color in your shoes! Made me look down at my plain brown wedges in utter dispair. Lovely moving image, just a pretty spring breeze.
Marie @ Lemondrop ViNtAge

Hannah said...

aren't bucket shaped bags the best? and with tassels too, so perfect.

the Citizen Rosebud said...

I think this is one of my favorite looks of yours..which says a lot since you wear so many outfits, so well. You look great, and the colorplay of the blue and persimmon is incredible.

crowdedcloset said...

i love all the colors you are wearing here!

Love it. xo, Kim www.crowded-closet.com

kate, miss twinkletoes said...

Great look - love the blazer and the bag. That color is perfect for spring!

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vintagewithatwist said...

seriously, that blazer with the floral, looks amazing!

Zoe_Flood said...

I love this outfit, and the pictures! and i think that is so so ture about the picture thing, but damn I never encounter any snakes! haha. you look beautiful as always Rebbecca

Matilda said...

As always I admire your sense of style!

Przygunia said...

so gerat look! i love you jacket and boots. you are lovely:)

Ally said...

Love that bag! Your outfit, like always, is so beautiful and stylish.

Charlotte Elise Jay said...

GORGEOUS colours :)

Love this

Char x

Eli said...

I love your .gifs! They really do bring the photos to life.

I also really like your shoes here, the soles match the flowers!

Sara Lynn said...

I love your gifs, they are always really sweet. I really wish that I knew how to make them, I have no clue on how to start, I should add that to my list of summer projects.

I really like that bag, how cool is it that it is recycled leather? That is pretty awesome!

Charlie ♥ said...

love your movie photos, theyre amazing! your so clever. and you look really cute in the last pic!


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Winnie said...

I do love your gifs, definitely adds a little extra something to outfit posts, such a good idea! Also adore the socks and shoes!

girlxoxo said...

This outfit seriously ricks - and can I get some of those flowers over to my little neighborhood! Love the gifs and it's also great to capture some of those funny moments that happen while taking outfit shots!

What Would a Nerd Wear said...

i especially love your gif's--they make it all more real.

tess said...

that bag is the best color

Kathyrine said...

I love the bag! I had considered getting it too, but I don't think I'd have anything to match it... my wardrobe consists of mostly dark colors...
The shoes are also quite lovely too!

Fabiola "Fab" said...

I want your shoes!!! I had those shoes in my cart at Amazon.com for the longest time and forgot that I had them in my cart and they eventually sold out! I have done it numerous times! That's a pretty bad habit cause I could be styling them like yours right now! ;)

Alicia (likely badger) said...

I just found your blog, and I wanted to say I love your outfits! Very inspiring!

I adore yellow! It's my favorite color. I also love your socks/shoes combo. Too cute :)

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Julia said...

Te bag and shoes! Amazing! Even better with your gorgeous hair!

xx

Gitte said...

Thanks to you, I discover American nature and your gorgeous sense of style !
Gitte from France

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megannielsen said...

Oh rebecca I want your whole wardrobe... starting with those shoes!!! This is such a great outfit

HAL said...

so cute how you matched these colors, and i love the shade of that bag. great job!

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reckless daughter said...

eek! can't say I'm a fan of snakes :( but I love gifs. That bag is great and your hair is looking especially vibrant here!

Blau von T said...

a masterclass in how to work shoes in socks...thank you x

Jenna said...

Aside from loving how you dress, I love how you write.

Clare said...

You look very calm for being surrounded by snakes... I adore your shoes and want them in my life!

Love from Tweet

x

shealennon said...

The colors in this look are spectacular! That bag and those shoes are the perfect touches. Lovely, as usual.

Niki said...

I want those shoes!!! x

Sonya said...

Those shoes are great.& If I saw a bunch of snakes I would immediately sprint in the other direction.

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Lulu said...

those shoes are GORGEOUS! and that last picture is probably my favorite photo of you. it's adorable!

KD said...

Love the outfit, particularly the shoes! Those painted platforms/heels are super duper awesome!

lopi said...

Love those shoes and the knee socks. But I'm afraid that every time I try to do a knee-high sock thing, I end up looking like a soccer player. Not a good look.

rinacatastrophe said...

I love the bag color, but it seems like the straps are really long and not adjustable (from the pictures). Too bad for us shorties who don't want to cross-body EVERY thing! I do love the platforms though, perfect with the grey socks.

-rina
www.thelatesttoughs.blogspot.com

Viv said...

beautiful outfit, love those shoes.. and the scenery is wonderful as well :)




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a la Modest said...

I love the angle of that last pic! The yellow shoes and bag and the purple work so well together!

Your animated gifs are so entertaining! I love them.

Kansas Couture said...

I love how the colors of your outfit play off the colors of the natural backdrop. Gorgeous! Also, your gifs are definitely one of my favorite things about your blog! Keep them coming. :)

Misha said...

I love your constant use of gifs. And for some reason I really like the walking shot as well, even though it's slightly blurry.

erin :) said...

I love that last picture! You are so pretty! And i like how you make such cool "gifs"! I downloaded gimp, but I still have no idea how to make one. I'll have to google it. :P Anyway, thanks for your great posts. You are always so inspiring. :)

lion heart vintage said...

this is so great rebecca! the outfit is really dynamic. i really enjoy your gif's as well, they really help to connect us readers to your "world"!

keep it up!

Rachel said...

love the bag, and also your shoes! and I love that ring every time you wear it.

Dottie said...

I love your reasoning for including gifs. How true that so much of an experience, especially outside, is about movement. Now I want to start playing around with gifs :)

Annie Spandex said...

You look so lovely in that last photo. Love the outfit!

Daisy said...

Lovely post, those shoes look amazing !

Nadia Kamballa said...

Great outfit! I love those heels..

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Miss Woody said...

woo so inspiring !

Finders Keepers Boutique said...

LOVE LOVE the yellow heels on those shoes! Such a statement

anne said...

PERFECT!!!

Ollie Otson said...

Your gifs are one of my favorite things about your blog, other than your awesome style. I love that you always include them, I think it just adds that much more to the atmosphere of your blog.

Down and Out Chic said...

i love the contrast of the yellow heels are your shoes. so cute and slightly unexpected.

Juliet said...

I love the print of the dress!

juliet xxx

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