So, our Internet connection was down for nearly 4 hours today…what better time to go shopping? I had been obsessing over getting another Sula paint & peel nail polish in a green or teal color since I saw them at Anthropologie the last time I was in there, so I decided to go. I did pick up the nail polish, and also this vest, which I’m in love with.
As you probably know if you’ve been looking at my outfit pictures for any time at all, I’m all about practicality when it comes to dressing: I accessorize minimally, I wear what is weather appropriate, and most of all, I want to be comfortable. And I definitely never wear vests. I mean, what’s the point? Yes, they look cool, but how do they work? What do they do? (this is my constant dilemma – I want to wear “pretty,” fun things, but my life is filled with mostly practical trips & errands. Although I know there’s nothing “wrong” with dressing up to go to the grocery store, I find it odd.)
Anyway, I had been eyeing this vest the last few times in Anthropologie and today, suddenly, it hit me what it could be great for: hiding the muffin top I get when I wear these jeans. Today, I wanted to wear my T by Alexander Wang top but definitely not with these jeans…so I was thinking a drapey vest could work over it when it’s still too warm for layering. I think this one will do the trick! (and I love the back of it)
Oh, and here is the nail polish – it’s Azure, available at Beauty Bridge (it doesn’t really look like in the photo – scroll down on this post for a more realistic view of the color). I put it on immediately when I got home (of course!!) over a generous coating of Solar Oil, but without a topcoat so it peels off easily:
I did a video review of Sula nail polish over at Green Grechen and republished it today for eco-beauty week…check it out here.
both buys are amazing! i’m going to pretend the internet is down, so i can get out of the house…
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LOL jennine – i just saw your tweet! i can go for 48hours without leaving the house easy…at least i have to walk the dog, that helps, but i get so busy, all i want to do is veg after working. so when i don’t have internet access, it’s the perfect time to get out!
That is a great vest! Such an essential wardrobe piece, you know? So frustrating when the internet is down, but I agree it’s a good reason to go shopping 🙂
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thank you! you’re so right – i can really see myself working this into several outfits, maybe even wearing it with a dress *gasp* LOL
i’m glad i considered it and tried it on…you never know, right?
So true!
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oh i love how you layered the tee under the vest! this is such a cool and understated look – i might have to take some inspiration from you later this week 🙂
love the jade green nail polish…wasn’t that kaiser karl’s color inspiration this season too?
i’m totally rocking out my purple manicure these days 😀
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The vest looks awesome! (and of course the bag too – lol) I love Anthropologie. I’m wearing an Anthropologie sweater right now. I find that their tops can be hard to match at first but once I find the right layering, and pants or skirt to go with it, I end up falling in love with the item.
I love vests (and Splendid’s drapey cardi) for the very same reason you mentioned: I don’t have to hold my breath when I’m wearing my tight-er jeans!
Cute!
yeah, i love the chanel version, but it’s no where to be found here 🙁
wow, you take inspiration from me? i would be so honored 🙂
you know, i used to buy everything at anthropologie, but lately, i feel like i’m seeing too many ruffles and frills for my taste – maybe i’m just over it? but i still find lots of stuff there to tempt me LOL, i need to stay away for a while now!
exactly!
I got this vest from Anthro yesterday! I got it in the teal color – it was on sale 🙂
I am like you, never really understood the “vest” but this one was so cute and fit perfectly!
oh!! i never saw the teal color in the store…i would have loved to have picked that one up also. or instead of the black…