the soubrette brunette: sweet and lovely

Saturday, June 7, 2014

Cherry picked

Outfit Details:

Best Birthday Ever Dress: ModCloth (on sale!)

Mel by Melissa wedges: Urban Outfitters (available here)

Cherry fascinator hat: c/o Paulie Antiques

Cherry pie ring: gift from Kate

Frilly socks: similar here

Oh Nishe, how I love thee! It seems like each Nishe dress I acquire is better than the last! This one definitely takes the cake, and I can see why ModCloth decided to name it the "Best Birthday Ever" dress; I'm pretty sure I'll be wearing it on my birthday next year. It's just that sort of dress. It's so gorgeous and has so many details I love: scallops, polka dots, a peter pan collar. It somehow manages to encompass both a retro and a twee aesthetic, which sort of perfectly describes my style. It also reminded me of Mary Poppins! It'd be perfect for a Disney trip. This dress has quickly earned a spot amongst my all-time favorite frocks. Oh, and it's on sale at ModCloth now, too!

These accessories were patiently waiting for the perfect outfit to come along. I scored these Mel by Melissa wedges from Urban Outfitters on sale (they're sold out there now, but are still available on Amazon!), though I will say that the sizing was a little different than I'd expected. I'm usually a pretty solid size 9 US (sometimes an 8.5 in flats), and since Mel shoes don't come in half sizes, I thought I'd be safe with the 9. They were huge on me, and even though they have ankle straps, I didn't trust that they'd stay on. I ended up exchanging for a size 8, which fits much better but is actually a tiny bit too tight in the toes. If they made half sizes, it would have been a perfect fit! All in all though, they're such darling shoes (and they remind me of Minnie Mouse!) and they're really comfy, despite the toe issue, so I can't complain too much.

I feel very lucky to have such kind, creative friends in the blogging world. This fascinator was a gift to me from my friend Polly, who blogs over at Paulie Antiques and runs a fabulous vintage shop of the same name. I was actually planning on buying this fascinator myself, but she wouldn't hear of it, and ended up sending it to me for a Christmas gift. I was so incredibly touched by her sweetness, and I am so thankful to have her as a friend. This cherry pie ring was a surprise gift from Kate, who sent it to me along with a couple of pieces I purchased from her "shop my closet" section of her shop. I'd mentioned wanting a pie ring a while back (to go with my pie dress), and I was so shocked that she even remembered, much less made one to send to me! I really believe that one of the best parts of blogging has been getting to know wonderful bloggers -- they've truly touched my heart.

Have a super Saturday!

xox Sammi

Thursday, July 25, 2013

Malt shop

Outfit Details:

Ella Black Scallop Edge Pinafore: Dahlia

Pink top: Forever 21 (no longer available, but similar here)

Amalgam of the Year Flat in Mint and Ivory: ModCloth

Mint ice cream brooch: sweet and lovely

I think I unintentionally channeled Kate Gabrielle of Scathingly Brilliant with this outfit. Not only does she have this pinafore, but she designed this adorable brooch AND works in an ice cream shop! I feel as if I should serving malted milkshakes. All that's missing is a name tag and a pair of rollerskates.

I absolutely love these shoes. Steven bought me a pair of more traditional-looking black and white saddle shoes from Urban Outfitters that ended up not fitting, but these were an even better substitute! I have at least three pairs of mint-colored shoes now... maybe I should stop. Or maybe not.

I'm seeing Legally Blonde tonight, at a theatre at which I often work. I was in a production of the show last summer, and prior to being in it, I never really thought much of it as a piece. True, it is a fluffy musical based on a popular movie, but I definitely wrote it off too much. Even though I am often drawn to darker shows, musical theatre's roots are based in the fun and uplifting, and that's exactly what Legally Blonde is. The music is really fun to sing (though I will admit that there is too much unison high belting for my taste), and though you're not going to get the same emotional ride you'd get from some heavier works, that's not what this show tries to be. It embraces the bubble gum, and you do leave the theater feeling happier and bouncier; the show does exactly what it it's supposed to do.