I'm going to go ahead and state the obvious here... style blogging in winter is hard! I'm usually home from uni or work after dark these days, and when Morne and I do have time together during the day he doesn't always want to spend it taking outfit pictures. (I don't know why, it's so fun for him... ahem ;)) It's a shame because I love winter fashion and have tons of ideas for outfit posts, but not a chance to post many of them!
I shouldn't complain, there is a lot to love about winter. Nights by the fire, rainy days snuggled up inside, winter comfort foods, not having to shave your legs regularly (yeah, you know it's true)... and awesome coats, like this one! I've been saving this in my closet since January, when I bought it for $25 US down from $130 in a big UO sale. The shipping to NZ cost almost as much as the coat, but I was buying a few other things so it was well worth it!
Coat - BB Dakota via Urban Outfitters, Tights - Columbine, Boots - Jeffrey Campbell
I initially became obsessed with this coat after seeing it on Kate of O My Heart last November, so I was pretty thrilled to score it for myself so cheap. I wish I had some pretty snow to pose by like she did, but this spot had to do - even if the effect was a bit Christmas-sy. This coat also reminds me a little of another Kate.. Kate Middleton! Haha, see?!
And for some exciting news... we got a new dog this past weekend! You might remember that a few months ago our old dog became ill and had to be put down. It's funny, in a good way, having a dog around again! I'm meant to be working on assignments today but this little guy is super distracting. :) He's really lovely, I'll try get some pictures for my next post. Have a happy week!
It's like blogging in the winter is only ideal for uni students or professional bloggers. I was trying to take some pics in the mornings until it was getting too dark.
ReplyDeleteLoving the red coat though, looks fantastic on!
The pleated detail on the coat is lovely, as is the colour. Well worth the postage I think x
ReplyDeleteLovely coat! Blogging in winter is hard - I hate having to take pictures inside and sounds like your boy wants to take my outfit pictures as much as yours does haha xx
ReplyDeletethat is a stunning coat, lovely red! it will set you up right for the winter. x
ReplyDeleteAgree winter blogging is so hard! Hoping it will be easier in 2 weeks when I start working from home :) plus it's getting lighter now! :) looking forward to seeing your puppy :)
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What a pretty coat! defo worth a shippingfee! My boyfriend HATES taking my photos. I also have a kazillion outfits I want to wear/show but he refuses to go out with me and the camera. Too bad! x
ReplyDeleteYay!! Congrats on the new family member, can't wait to see pictures of your new doggy, aww! And this coat is absolutely gorgeous. I love how feminine it is ...I have a passion for red coats, and this one is such a gorgeous colour. Hope your week is lovely. xx veronika
ReplyDeleteBeautiful coat! I love the colour!
ReplyDeletelove the coat, everyone's usually wearing black so it's nice to see brights. aww, looking forward to seeing pictures of that adorable dog!
ReplyDeleteHaha I hear ya! When I get home from work, I would much rather change into warm comfy track pants than venture out in the cold to take piccies :)
ReplyDeleteThat coat looks stunning on you though, wow! Such gorgeous colour! x
Aw, you got the coat!! And what an amazing price! It's such a gorgeous coat, but mine did not hold up at all, unfortunately... hopefully yours will hold up better without all the snow that we have, but mine won't be worn again this winter... which is sad because it was SO pretty! It looks amazing on you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful coat!You look beautiful :)
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Oh man, I loooove the coat. BB Dakota and red are two of my fave things to wear. You look brilliant. It's so sunny there! So dreary here. I can't wait to meet your new pup. I miss my kitties *sigh*
ReplyDeleteDarling you look beautiful. Red is every inch your colour! xo
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It's soo cool to see how on the other hemisphere, girls are in winter and bloggers are dressed oppositely! It's great. You're making me a wee bit excited for winter ;) I love that red coat!!!
ReplyDeleteEleanor, I love this coat so much on you! Red is definitely your color! And I'm super excited you got a new puppy. Eeee, good things all around. Let me know if you want to borrow any spring clothes coming up soon! :) xo
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