Vintage Patterned Blouse and Blazer

Head to Toe: Blouse, slides and jeans, thrifted // Blazer, Forever 21 // Bag, Brahmin

One of my favorite thrift pieces is a silky vintage blouse. I found this one (I think it’s 1990s) at the Norwalk Goodwill. To be honest, I wasn’t sure if I initially liked it. My friend and shopping mate described it as “ugly chic,” and I agree—it reminds me of ceramic tiles. Still, it was half price and ended up costing about $3, so I of course bought it and styled with high waist jeans.

I realized, I think, that while I’m not afraid of color, I don’t typically wear much pattern aside from the occasional stripe. So maybe that’s what is turning me off. But variety is the spice of life, no? Consider this my fashion goal to incorporate more pattern into my wardrobe. Saturday, I’m heading to a wedding and wearing a bright floral dress. I can’t wait to share with you! Happy Easter and Passover to all!

Photos by Chris Loynd