Vixen by Micheline Pitt

Sartorial Saturday–Another Dress Deconstructed

Last fall, I transformed a dress that had a skirt with a bold print that I love, but a bodice that I really didn’t, into a skirt that I can pair with different tops. Today I’m back with another such transformation, this time with a Mary Blair clown print!

The original bodice of the dress was a basic (boring) black that was also a style I really don’t like, but after removing it, I can now pair a bold color with the whimsical print of the skirt…this time, I went with an-almost red Vacation blouse from Vixen by Micheline Pitt.

I went with bright accessories, too, including a statement necklace, an Erstwilder brooch, and a stack of Splendette Duchess Bangles:

This wasn’t as smooth a transformation as the one I did last fall…the waistline of this skirt is much larger, and will need a better permanent solution to make it wearable in the future, but for this outing, a second (hidden) belt held the look together, and I really like how the whole thing turned out!

I’m really happy I have found the confidence to make my wardrobe work for me instead of the other way around!

Sartorial Saturday–A Colorful Suit Look Inspired by Mary Blair

Today I’m taking a look at an outfit with color styling inspired by the work of Mary Blair!

Every year, when Mary Blair March rolls around, I try to find new ways to combine pieces from my wardrobe based on the color combinations Mary Blair used in her book and movie illustrations. When I was going through my closet, I realized that the pink Terentia-Paz vest and Lucile-Paz trumpet skirt from Miss Candyfloss would make a bold and whimsical pairing with the orange Martane-Brandy blouse.

I accessorized with a boater hat from Vixen by Micheline Pitt, a RockLove Jewelry Alice in Wonderland spinner necklace based on Mary Blair’s illustrations from the animated Disney classic, a vintage brooch, and a stack of Splendette Duchess Bangles.

It’s so much fun to wear such bold colors together!

I love getting outfit inspiration from unexpected places!

Stay tuned for a few more Mary Blair March themed looks!

Sartorial Saturday–A Fresh Color Styling of a Custom Dirndl for Mary Blair March

Last year, I debuted my custom dirndl from Rare Dirndl just in time for Mary Blair March. This year, I’m wearing it with a lovely blue Vixen by Micheline Pitt Vacation Blouse, inspired by the bold color styling of Mary Blair herself! The dirndl was already bright and cheerful, but this extra pop of color makes it’s especially vibrant!!!

I accessorized with a an Erstwilder brooch worn as a necklace and a glittery stack of Splendette Duchess Bangles, plus butterfly earrings that are perfect with the butterfly print on the skirt of the dress:

I can’t think of a better Mary Blair March look!

I have another idea for a different styling of this dirndl that I’m hoping to wear before the month is over!

2025 in Outfits

Over 300 unique outfits later, 2025 is coming to a close!

I really enjoy this outfit of the day photography project, because it forces me to think through my outfit choices. I have so much fun styling my favorite pieces new ways (the most drastic restyling of the year came when I cut the bodice off of a dress to turn it into a skirt!), and adding some new pieces to my wardrobe along the way. And now I’m left to consider what my first outfit of 2026 will be, because I want to start the new year strong, sartorially speaking!

Sartorial Saturday–Disney Bounding Rapunzel

I still haven’t done a lot of Disney Bounds, but I’m especially proud of this one I created for the Disney Princess who has the style I most admire…Rapunzel, and just in time for Halloween, too!

I used my purple dirndl dress from Rare Dirndl as the base of the look, and added a beautiful pink embroidered rosette apron and pink lacing ribbon, and a purple vacation blouse from Vixen by Micheline Pitt.

I accessorized with a flower crown and floral necklace (of course!), and a pair of Splendette glitter bangles in Rapunzel’s signature colors of pink and purple:

And I added a Loungefly crossbody bag themed for Tangled to complete the look:

I love that I was able to find so many floral elements for this Disney Bound!

I might not have Rapunzel’s hair, but I think I captured the spirit of her style!

Sartorial Saturday–Restyling an Autumn Dress for Summer

The Tassie-Aurea from Miss Candyfloss was originally introduced as an autumn dress, but I have restyled it for the warmer months!

I accessorized with a summer hat from Vixen by Micheline Pitt, a stack of Splendette Duchess Bangles, a true vintage brooch from our local antique store, and a pair of gloves:

I love the trailing scarves no matter the season!

The fact that the dress is sleeveless is key to making this look work for summer even thought the colors are a bit more autumnal.

I feel like I should be going to a garden party in this outfit!

I love finding new ways to style my favorite pieces!

Sartorial Saturday–An Art Deco Robe

I have one last look from the Miss Candyfloss Vintage GlamIcons collection to share, and it’s a special one…the luxurious Alytzia-Violette home gown I received for Christmas!

I fell in love with this beautiful Art Deco robe the instant I saw it in the lookbook. I knew that it would be soft and warm and comfortable while still being entirely opulent, and I was correct! The belt is a generous length, and I love the long, flowing skirt.

I will accessorize literally anything, even a robe, so I added a stack of Splendette Duchess Bangles, an Art Deco Erstwilder brooch, a RockLove jewelry necklace, and a hair comb from Vixen by Micheline Pitt.

Here’s a closer look at the stunning pattern in gorgeous shades of purple and teal:

And of course it has pockets!

I took a few pictures outside to show off the colors and rich velour in natural light:

I adore the elegant kimono-style sleeves:

This is such a special piece, and perfect for lounging around the house in a grand fashion!

2024 in Outfits

Time for a look back at 2024’s outfits of the day!

I was very intentional about putting together outfits this whole year. I wanted to really wear my wardrobe, so I put together looks for trips to the library and Target and anywhere else I went (except Walmart, because Walmart doesn’t deserve my best except at Christmas when I try to spread a little holiday cheer wherever I go). I think there are over 250 unique looks here, so obviously I didn’t wear something notable every day, but it was the vast majority!

I haven’t decided if I’m going to keep a record like this again in 2025, but it really helps me pay attention to what I’ve worn (and what I’ve neglected), and how I’ve styled things differently, which I really enjoy!

Sartorial Saturday–A Spring Blazer

I’ve shown you a blouse, a dress, and a pair of palazzo pants that I purchased from the Miss Candyfloss “Viva Rita” collection…now let’s take a look at the Claudia-Sable blazer that ties them all together!

First I paired the blazer with the Poria-Sable dress. The collar and cuffs on the jacket match the print on the dress:

I went with white, pink, and silver accessories for this look, including a Splendette stack featuring a floral bangle, my very sparkly brooch from the Royal Collection, and a white hat and gloves:

Next I paired it with the Donna-Sable palazzo pants (and also the Cleona-Floria sheer floral blouse, which you can barely see here)…they’re the same beautiful shade of blue!

This time, I chose accessories in shades of coral and pink, including a boater hat from Vixen by Micheline Pitt, another Splendette stack, and an Erstwilder brooch:

Here’s a bonus look at the blazer paired with an all-white eyelet dress from last year’s spring/summer collection. I love the way the white makes the blue of the blazer pop even more!

I picked blue and white accessories this time, including another Splendette stack and an Erstwilder brooch:

Finally, I also paired the blazer with a skirt from last year’s autumn/winter collection (the same skirt I wore with the Cleona-Floria blouse). They’re not quite the same shade of blue, but I still really like how they look together!

For this look, I featured yellow accessories including yet another Splendette stack and another Erstwilder brooch. I love how versatile this blazer is, and how many different colors can be worn with it!

I’m really loving these mix-and-match pieces this spring…they offer a lot of different styling options!

Sartorial Saturday–A Touch of Magic

Did you ever think the word “luxurious” could be applied to a dirndl?

To be honest, it’s not a word I would have associated with my favorite form of national dress, either, but here we are. When Rare Dirndl offered a 50% off sale last month, I knew that it was (possibly my only) chance to add another piece from the “Zirkus” collection to my wardrobe…this time, the Magician dirndl. I had been admiring it since it first came out, and at half off, how could I resist?!?

I accessorized with an edelweiss necklace and bracelet, and a comb from Vixen by Micheline Pitt that is the perfect elegant hair accessory for this look:

I love the deep color of the dress and apron:

The fabric of the dress is so pretty, and catches the light so well!

Here’s a close-up look at the luxury. The beautiful jacquard dress, the sumptuous velvet apron, and the hooks, ribbon trim, and even bodice lining all scream opulence:

I love how it looks with my black lace dirndl blouse, but I’m already thinking about other ways to style it, too!

I can’t wait to see what Rare Dirndl comes up with next!