Jacket: Wittner 'Santa Fe' cobalt blue leather jacket
Scarf: Asos pastel Aztec print scarf (on sale!, new purchase)
Dress: Asos grey skater dress (on sale!, new purchase)
Shoes: Asos Aggie leather western ankle boots in black
Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs pretty nylon Eliz-A-Baby bag
Took the opportunity to get out of PJs and take baby for a check up at our local child health clinic. We have been visiting a lot as it's nice to have a reason to get up and get out of the house with baby, rather than just walking Cooper! Baby T is thriving, our frequent visits are just taking advantage of all the support we have available. For those not in Australia, at the clinic you can book appointments to have regular and ad-hoc chats with the nurses, attend sessions about various baby and child related things (like advice on settling baby to sleep!), and just go to weigh baby and make sure everything is progressing well. It's a fantastic service! I'm very grateful to have access to so much help and support as a new mother.
First time I've worn this recently purchased scarf, it's so pretty. I paired it with the grey dress (also on its first wear) as I thought the pastel colours paired worked well. Couldn't resist adding just a little more colour with the cobalt blue of this leather jacket though. It's a good piece for the Style and Shenanigans texture challenge: leather.
It's almost Spring, and I've only worn this jacket twice this Winter. I paid full price for it, and it's the most expensive clothing item I own - even have some handbags that are cheaper! It has been worn so little this year as I'm a little worried about holding a newborn baby around it. I'm trying to wear the jacket on days I don't have to be out long and shouldn't need to feed baby T, to avoid any accidents. When I was a little girl, I left my mark on a family friend's leather jacket, and even after dry cleaning it was never the same....wouldn't want that to happen to this! Hopefully will get more wear next year.
Last worn: blue leather jacket, Asos ankle boots, Marc by Marc Jacobs baby bag. First time I've worn the scarf and dress as they are recent purchases.
Here's what I wore to go to the post office:
Jacket: Bubblegum denim jacket
Scarf: Asos pastel Aztec print scarf
Tee: Spectrum basic v-neck tee in washed lilac
Skirt: Jeanswest plain jersey black maxi skirt
Shoes: Converse Chuck Taylor All Star low in black
Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs pretty nylon Eliz-A-Baby bag
Stroller: Steelcraft Strider Compact
Loved wearing this scarf so much I wore it again the very next day! Just a nice casual outfit to go to the post office and run some errands with baby T. Paired the pastels with blue again, and some purple with the tee. It was such a warm day, I ended up taking the denim jacket off as we walked home in the sunshine. The scarf kept me cosy enough.
As this is the second time I've worn the scarf (and I'm evaluating all my July purchases), the final verdict:
It's certainly much bigger than I expected, a nice blanket size scarf. I didn't check the measurements before I bought it. It's warm and I like the print and colours. I'm just concerned it might be a little too big on me, what do you think? Need to think of more creative ways to tie and wear it in future. Might not get worn as much as I thought it would as the weather warms, but it was a bargain at under $10 (on sale with an extra % off) so I should still get my money's worth from the purchase.
Last worn: pastel printed scarf (see above), denim jacket, purple tee, black maxi skirt, Converse, MbMJ baby bag (see above).
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I have said it many times. You have the best collection of scarves, period. Love this pastel one. =)
ReplyDeleteThat's a lovely scarf! Beautiful pattern and color combination.
ReplyDeleteAlex - Funky Jungle
It's such a pretty scarf! Such lovely colours and I love that it's so big and comfy x
ReplyDeleteLove the colors in your scarf! The clinic visits sound like such an amazing service! I would imagine it is really helpful to have access to others for that type of support. Sounds like you all are doing well!
ReplyDeletexo, Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds
Yes, we are very lucky to have so much support!
DeleteI love both ways that you styled that scarf! So pretty!
ReplyDeleteI love your fun scarf. It will be a good one to wear all season long. I am majorly crushing over your blue leather jacket! I love the color and cut! It's perfect!
ReplyDeletehi mica! i seriously love your scarf collection.... i adore every single one you've posted! :)
ReplyDeleterhea @ rheaetcetera.com
While it is a *little* bit big, I think the scarf is fun. I'm a big scarf person, and I am getting tired of seeing the same size infinity scarf in the stores! I do love them, but this is different and eye-catching and I like it!
ReplyDeleteIt is a very fun scarf, and like you said a good change from the usual :)
DeleteVery nice outfits, sweety!! ~
ReplyDeleteI wish I looked as glam to go to the post office! Cute dog by the way :)
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Haha thanks! Got to take the opportunity to get out of PJs now! :)
DeleteLove the pattern and the colour of the scarf. I LOVE scarf for winter. It is the easiest way to dress up any outfit not to mention keeping you warm.
ReplyDeletebig blanket scarves are my favorite. i think it's fine if you look a little bit bundled up, it is winter after all! the new mom services in australia sound amazing. glad you and baby T are being well taken care of!
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gabby
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Very true, it does keep me cosy!
DeleteI like the way you styled it in the first photo Mica! It's a fabulous print and looks gorgeous on you. You have some wonderful services available to you! Glad baby is well!
ReplyDeleteI hate it when you have something that is almost too beautiful to wear! What is worse - leaving it pristine in the closet and never enjoying it, or wearing it and risking getting it dirty?
ReplyDeleteChic on the Cheap
I do need to ask myself that more often! Much rather just set the jacket aside for now while baby is so small and messy, I'm sure to get lots of wear from it next year!
DeleteI think the scarf looks great! I think the big blanket scarf trend is fun!
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What a gorgeous scarf!!! In love! Carylee | morepiecesofme.com
ReplyDeleteThis scarf is indeed beautiful..love the color and the print so much!! That cobalt blue jacket is gorgeous on the first outfit.. So very pretty!!
ReplyDeleteIt's a great scarf and it looks like you are putting it to great use. If it's a really big scarf, you could tie it and wear it as a vest too.
ReplyDeleteAlice
www.happinessatmidlife.com
That is a great idea! Shame it's sheer though :(
DeleteThis pastel tribal scarf is certainly adorable! Love the use you're getting out of it :)
ReplyDeleteThe Dragonfruit Diaries
Thank you for your lovely comment. I really like your scarf on this look. Hope to see some more next week.
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Ash
The scarf is truly pretty! Pastels are still one of my favourites during summer.
ReplyDeleteRathana ✪FabFashionaire.com
Love this outfit and I reckon you'll get lots of wear from this jacket - its a beauty. I know what you mean about taking care around the kids though - I was madly wiping my 3 year old's vegemite/mandarin covered hands all day! Thanks for joining in the #snstexture challenge too! xxx
ReplyDeleteHaha yes I just need to be very careful when I wear it near baby!
Deleteaw, such a cute outfit. love the scraf
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www.taislany.com
You look so lovely in this outfit and I love your scarf, it has amazing print and color as well! :)
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Love the 1st jacket!
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I love the colours and how big that scarf is ! and yes, sometimes I feel guilty about wearing items that are almost "too beautiful" to just wear to an errand.
ReplyDeleteI am glad to hear that the medical services there work. You don't want to get me started with all the terribleness in our system.
Yes we are very lucky!
DeleteI love this scarf! The colors are so pretty! That leather jacket is a classic piece you will be able to wear for years so don't worry that much that you haven't worn it this year.
ReplyDeleteNicole
Nicole to the Nines
Yep it's definitely got a lot of wear in previous years! :)
DeleteThat's a beautiful scarf and adds a lovely touch of color to both outfits! How nice you have all those baby health services available!
ReplyDeleteI love this Asos scarf! Looks great on you, but I can relate to what you said. I got a Coach scarf as a gift last spring. Love the scarf, but I find it's super big. The Cons are a great compliment! :) T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteGreat casual outfit for a doctor's appointment! The scarf is a nice touch, very pretty!
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Alexis
http://thosethreads.com
Love the scarf!!! the colours are stunning and will work for spring too!
ReplyDeleteGreat purchase!
x Kirsty
http://geelongfashionista.com
Thank you all for your kind comments! :)
ReplyDeleteHave I already said how much I adore the scarf? because I do! You look great :-)
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