Pastel Light in Minneapolis
It's unusual for me to wear all light colors. So as spring slowly approaches at glacial speed, I thought I'd give it a try. I've been collecting clothing for many years and I like a wide variety of styles. I love personal styling, but I think I'm also making photos with a sense of place. I adore the city where I live--Minneapolis, Minnesota. I'm excited to show you wide pastoral landscapes, sentimental spring gardens and crackly paint in hidden corners of this part of the world.
coat--elie tahari
blouse--jones new york
tights--merona
shoes--bis charles jordan
purse--catz madris
skirt--charter club
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transatlantic blonde
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the pleated poppy
coat--elie tahari
blouse--jones new york
tights--merona
shoes--bis charles jordan
purse--catz madris
skirt--charter club
links
not dead yet style
dc in style
plane pretty
bonbon rose girls
my thrifty chic
transatlantic blonde
style elixir
the pleated poppy
SO, so beautiful! I love the mix of patterns and textures.
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You do have some beautiful pieces, and your locations are really interesting! I''m too self-conscious to get outside my own yard (and I don't always make the time for it). I'm glad you do, though!
ReplyDeleteThat's a beautiful outfit, lots of quiet color, pattern and texture. It's complex yet peaceful.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing different cityscapes as a backdrop, thanks for showing your corner of the world!
Thanks you juli for the thoughtful comments. Complex yet peaceful is a lovely thing to say.
DeleteI love the tights and shoes. I can't wear really high heels and your post shows you don't have to have 5 in heels to be stylish!
ReplyDeleteThanks Chrissy. I've had some serious foot problems and physical therapy to address these issues so I really can't wear heels, like many other people, for long period of time. Thank you for your comments!
DeleteWhat a gorgeous coat and that lace skirt is so delicate and pretty! You´re so elegant. :)
ReplyDeletePale colours are very nice in spring. Your outfit is great as usual and I am in love with your purse!
ReplyDeleteHey thanks Dan! I think I going to try more pale colors this spring- feels peaceful.
DeleteYou do have the most stunning coat collection. I particularly like the unexpected elements in this outfit. You look gorgeous and your photo locations are always a delight.
ReplyDeleteI love the textural interest in this outfit, and the drop dead beautiful backgrounds. I get stuck with our parking lot on the way to work :P Found you via Amber at Butane Anvil :)
ReplyDeleteWonderful pastel layering. Love the different textures, and WANT your skirt, ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
ReplyDeletePerfect backdrops.
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have a fantastic Sunday, dear Ann.
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Great mix of textures and fabulous photos. I particurly love the reflective image of the bridge in the water. I love people's backgrounds often as much as their clothes - thanks for sharing both!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! I think I like thinking up the backgrounds as much as styling the clothes. When I first found the sight there were two geese stand on the left side of the photos frame! I wish they could have been in this photo also.
Deletei love the skirt! it's so delicate! and the way you put the whole outfit together is just brilliant! well done! :)
ReplyDeleteI love your haircut! Wearing all light colors is a purposeful action for me as well.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful and feminine outfit! The coat is so beautiful! <33
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Your photos do have such a wonderful sense of place. And this look is so soft and pretty, perfection for the approaching Spring. Thanks for sharing with Visible Monday.
ReplyDeleteThanks Patti--Visible Monday is a wonderful way to connect with other like minded women. You are a lovely host!
DeleteI like the backgrounds for your photos, but the texture and shapes of your outfit held my attention so much that I nearly missed them. I love your jacket, skirt and shoes!
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This pastel combination is so delicate and feminine,love the trench-so unique!!! And thank you so much for sharing this beautiful look via Monday Bloom link up!!!
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Ann, your photos are stunning! Gorgeous coat and such an elegant look. LOVE the last photo!!!
ReplyDeleteAnn, such wonderful ensemble and so skill fully played against the bridge reflection....an artistic achievement to be sure!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tamera--Appreciate your comment, from such a creative woman as yourself!
DeleteYou look wonderful in cream- I love the patterns and texture play- and your taste in handbags has got my notice. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteVisiting from the DC in STYLE link up! Love your coat... the subtle pattern is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteQuite the lovely blog you have! I really like your style....so well put together!
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Thanks for joining my blog--appreciate the positive support!
DeleteYou look so elegant in this outfit! Surely pastel colours suit you very much. The skirt is amazing. And the backgrounds of your photos are really interesting.
ReplyDeleteThe coat and skirt are lovely but not with those shoes or bag.
ReplyDeleteThat last photo is striking...great shot!
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Thanks Suzanne for stopping by and commenting.
DeleteThat skirt is so spring perfect! Love!
ReplyDeleteLace and pastels seems to be made for you. You look gorgeous in the elegant pattern mixed outfit.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much--I going to try more pastels. Appreciate you stopping by.
DeleteLove your style!! You look amazing lady!! :) I need that cute skirt of yours!
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http://bridgettenicole.blogspot.com
Thanks Bridgette. I purchased this skirt on clearance at Macy's last fall. I did notice it again last week at my local Macy's in the Charter Club section.
DeleteLove the jacket. Gorgeous. Visiting from the link up. Come by Vodka Infused Lemonade and say hi,
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You have such great coats! At least you can make it through the chilly weather with great style!
ReplyDeletePale colors can so often wash out a fair lady ... you did a great job keeping it all interesting and un-washy. Some pretty bold patterns and textures in spite of the pale color! Neat!
ReplyDeleteI've decided that I don't mind the slow approaching spring here. It's always so short, and it gets hot so fast. I don't mind it dawdling a bit!
Hey Jan--thanks for the sweet comments. Gosh it's snowing here this week. The poor robins are returning to the North and they are hunting everywhere for food! My husband went out and purchased some bird feeders to give them some help. Did my photos for this week with snow on the ground.
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ReplyDeleteOkay, you are fabulous. Let me just start there. Your coat is so lovely and paired with those leggings and shoes?! Wonderful!
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Are your shoes new or have you had them forever? I recall that being so popular a style while in my jr high years (which would have been late 60s). Just wondering. If so, great on you keeping them all this while. I have nothing in my closet from that time.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the comments Renae. I think I purchased these in the early 1990's, but I think you are right about the late 60's flavor.
DeleteI love your coat and how it's paired with the lace and those fabulous shoes! And the backdrops on your photos are great! I used to try to shoot in a new location every week to give my readers a real sense of where I live too, but I just don't have time to do it every week, so I've had to find some nearby go-to spots for days when I'm short on time.
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Absolutely love that coat!! Omg..so so cute! I need that in my closet! Great look from head to toe! Found ya on the linkup
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http://myblackwhitecolor.blogspot.com
I love the way you mixed the patterns in the skirt and the snakepring blouse! And the coat is gorgeous!
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Sophisticated Lace
That coat is gorgeous!
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love how you've sported that light and neutral shades, love your coat subtle print and that different textures (lace, fishnets, snake!) they work together so nicely!
ReplyDeleteFabulous backgrounds indeed, love that you share your great sense of color!
besos
What a great coat!
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Style Honestly
love everything but especially the skirt.
ReplyDeleteMaya
Great coat and love that skirt!
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Ah! A sense of place. I love that. It does make such a difference, as any fashion shoot shows. Do you start with the place as inspiration or the clothes? Maybe you switch up as creativity flows? I love the slight nod to other eras in this outfit, and your hair color caught my attention too. Lovely silver woven in with the blond.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for coming by look.feel.be the other day. No, I am not in MN, I am in Utah. Our weather isn't as intense as yours has been, it sounds like. In fact, this weekend it's going to be in the 70s! I hope your snow all melts soon!
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Eep! Your vintage shoes are amazingly cute. Watch out because I might steal them :)
ReplyDeleteadorable look my dear! first I have to say I´m so in love with the skirt!! the length and the pattern are so nice and then your coat!!!!! the coat is just perfect!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! The fishnets add the perfect texture and I love that they are not black!
ReplyDeleteThat trench is fabulous!!!! You look beautiful girl xo
ReplyDeleteGoodness, I am SO in love with your coat! <3 The floral patterns and so subtle but beautiful!
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Lost in the Haze
I love your look!!!:) you look great !!!!;)
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Those shoes are great -- I love the lights and whites in this outfit.
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Neutral hue is my favorite.. there's something elegant and classy about it. Great choice here!
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Super cute! Love your style! Thanks for stopping by my blog- following <3 Alex
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Love love the coat! And this area is beautiful
ReplyDeleteSo great!! I love it!!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful outfit, and so feminine. I love absolutely every single bit - especially the coat, skirt, hose and shoes!
ReplyDeleteOh that coat is so beautiful!!
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These pale colours really suit you, and I love how you've mixed those prints together, a great outfit!
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful pictures. I really like your skirt, what pretty lace! You look great!
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In love with your skirt! ...and the last photograph was just amazing with a great symmetrical background.
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Your outfit is awesome, the shoes left me breathless, and the photographs are spectacularly beautiful!
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your coat is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous print on that coat! It goes so beautifully with the lace skirt!
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