Like most people born and raised in NYC, I tend to wear black often, and for many years, it was pretty much exclusively black with the only occasional pop of color. But in the past couple of years that has changed. I’m not sure why, but I’ve found myself drawn to rich vibrant colors, and all sorts of patterns. I’ve always loved florals and animal prints, so I’d make an exception to my no-color habit for those, but now it’s now it seems to be bright patterns that I want to wear more than ever. So much so that my once go-to LBDs are starting to grow cobwebs.
Hey, colors are fun, though I admit much harder to wear. You have to worry about matching or color blocking (whatever your preference). Plus wearing color can leave one feeling vulnerable as opposed to black, which somehow feels tougher and yet at the same time sophisticated. On the other hand, anything done day in and day out can also become too safe, and finally, mind numbingly dull.
At any rate, for this post, instead of the usual illustration (which I admit is not done yet anyway) I thought I’d share my latest outfit purchase, a blue-green dress with a pineapple print from Modcloth, with pink strappy heels, also from Modcloth. I bought both for a vacation I’ll be going on soon, but certainly there’s no harm in breaking them in early!
Also, I thought I’d mention this–since it was such a lovely surprise–with my purchase I wound up getting a bunch of freebie accessories. And no I do not have any affiliation/partnership with Modcloth. I’m guessing this is just something they do every once in a while to keep customers with an inclination to drop half their paychecks on vintage-inspired clothing and shoes to keep on keeping on! So, um, thanks.
To see the surprise goodie list (pictured), scroll down…
Canvas “Hello Summer” tote bag, a bow tie necklace on pearly beads, a green headband with polka dots (it’s got a wire inside for some cute bow-making action), a grandma playing bridge by the poolside in Florida-esque hat (which I’m wearing today to a barbecue along with my pineapple dress and pink heels), and an orange striped scarf that could double as a beach coverup. There’s also a pair of red framed sunnies that naturally I couldn’t find before taking the pic, and do keep scrolling down for the last piece, a gold-toned necklace with a pendant of two birds on a branch.
Oh and just for fun, here’s a picture of one section of my closet that shows my new obsession with patterns. Birds and squirrels (not pictured) and kitties, oh my!
Anyone else take any closet shots recently? If so, please include links in the comments section, I’d love to see ’em.
your dress is so lovely 🙂 and I voted for your Modcloth, design, it’s definitely the prettiest one 😀 here’s my wardrobe for ya 🙂 http://civvies-day.blogspot.com/2012/05/wardrobe-wonderland.html
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hey really you are looking so good in this dress your personality is so good.
You are a lady with style! Loving your art and fashion ladies, chic and stylish!
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You are so pretty! Cute outfit and accessories.
♥ aquariann
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nice looking every lady want to be beauty same as you.
cute dress! I love your blog (now following); you’re so very talented! <3
XO Sahra
EffortlessCool
Beautiful dress 😉
I’m loving the dress you’re wearing! and that close up of your closet, I just feeling like raiding it! 🙂
adorable necklace
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Your dress is lovely. There were a time I only wore black clothes 😀
xo
glamDevils
J’adooore ta robe verte!!!C’est superbe!
Angela Donava
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Black is not only NYC sickness, it attacks Paris in the evenings as well!
Love the neckless!:)
Great pictures!! I love it!!
Fantastic dress. It is so flattering on you, and I really like this print.
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Bonjour!
Très jolie ta robe!!! j aime beaucoup!!!!!!!!!
Angela Donava
Bonjour!
Très jolie ta robe!!! j aime beaucoup!!!!!!!!!
Angela Donava
http://www.lookbooks.fr
you are looking so cute in this dress and but i know lady use cloth according to match without matching cloth can not be use.
Sabina, you look great in that adorable dress! I do wear black a lot as well for work and like to go color crazy:-) on weekends and vacation. Great post!
hugs from New York,
xx
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Hi Sabina!
Just wanted to thank you also here for passing by my blog and commenting… Illustrator solidarity is much needed these days 😀 I replied to your comment, even if a bit late…
Keep up your great work and don’t get discouraged… Better (let’s say richer :D) days will come (for both of us I hope!)
a kiss
Al
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Your style and beauty is always an eye-catcher. The addition of more color can only make you more stunning. The real trick, for most, is to be aware of the color combinations that best compliment skin tone and personality. I’m enjoying your art…keep up those trendy images.
What a gorgeous dress! And what a great bunch of freebies! I also tend to wear black (and navy and charcoal..) most of the time. I’m trying to get some more colour into my wardrobe too. Have a great vacation!
My wardrobe is about 60% black with the rest being color (blues, reds, nudes) or prints. I get colorful with accessories, like a turquoise bag or a pink patterned silk scarf. I do love colors and prints but I think I’m always going to need that black base in my life lol. I think as long as the black is interesting with like silks, tulle, python, fur, leather (texture) and silhouette. When I want to venture from black but still keep it dark, my new favorite is navy or royal blue with patterns.
You are a lady with style! Loving your art and fashion ladies, chic and stylish!
I’m following you on bloglovin.
Your blog is amazing, your drawers…waaaw. I don’t speak english very well but I know how to say Congratulations!;-P