The Artist, Personified

Was there ever a more Artist outfit? Architectural lines, asymmetry, draping, interesting little details. Joseph Ribkoff can be really hit and miss – a lot of pieces skew older and kind of dated – but sometimes it’s just straight up good stuff. Like this jacket. It’s a considerably larger size than I usually wear, and I initially thrifted it for my mom, but once I put it on, I was sold. The oversized-ness adds to the structural chic of the jacket – I love how it looks from all different angles.

I paired it with my Oska skirt (itself with some cool little draping details) and my Warren Steven Scott earrings which, frankly, make the whole ensemble:

Notes: Joseph Ribkoff jacket (thrifted, $13); Oska skirt (thrifted, $10); DVF shoes (thrifted, $5); Warren Steven Scott earrings (retail, $70).

Sparkle & Shine, But Make It Subtle

I guess my theme for December work outfits is “sparkle and shine: office appropriate edition”. I love the cut of this Marc Cain sweater – it’s a relaxed fit without being bulky – and the subtle metallic sheen. It’s a neutral, but with a cool twist. Same goes for the DVF wedges; they look like a plain black pair of pumps from the front, but then you turn and BAM: gold wedge in yo’ face! Okay, maybe that’s not very subtle after all.

You know what’s definitely subtle? A mesh turtleneck. You may remember that I searched high and low for one earlier this year; well, one of my dear friends gifted me one for my birthday, and I am happy to report that I was right in assuming it would be a versatile, must-have piece. It’s great for layering – it adds some coverage, and also (surprisingly) some warmth. I don’t love the feel of polyester so close to the skin (I find it makes me sweatier than usual), but it’s a small price to pay for fashun (and the mesh washes very quick and easily).

Notes: Marc Cain sweater (thrifted, $6); Aritzia pants (thrifted, $8); Rebel Sugar turtleneck (gifted); DVF shoes (thrifted, $5).

Layer Cake

Why wear a bulky parka and feel downtrodden by winter, when you can triple up on your wool layers and feel … marginally less downtrodden by winter. Mind you, the weather was cooperating somewhat that day (it was only, like, minus 7 Celsius which is practically fall weather here) so I didn’t have to freeze for my protest. But any excuse to wear my fave Cartonnier fur-collar jacket is one to be pursued. I paired it with a lightweight merino turtleneck, a heavier wool cardigan, and wool culottes. Although it was all black and grey, I felt quite cheerful. Alberta winter: 0; Adina: 1.

Notes: Cartonnier jacket (thrifted, $20); Club Monaco turtleneck (retail, $40); Comme des Garcons cardigan (thrifted, $8); Aljean culottes (thrifted, $6.50); Stuart Weitzman boots (thrifted, $20).

7 Comments on What I Wore: November 25-December 7 2019

    • I would just experiment. Some of the length and proportions might get tweaked a bit. As I get older, I find myself wearing lower heels or flats more, so it’s something I’m figuring out as I go.

  3. How fun! Love the wedges. For Dec. I am doing Everything That Sparkles, which meant a fun dig through my closet for everything with beading or metallic trim.

  4. Your 2019 blog has been a doozy for me, I mean as compared to for example your 2017 blog. The evolution of your personal style has been a riveting must-watch. I admit, at first I wasn’t sure I had anything in common anymore, style-wise. But month after month I have found myself giving thought more to what you have said, perhaps moreso than what you have worn. It basically made me stop buying clothes for the large part, being more in search of pieces that resonate. In other words, you have inspired a shift in how I view dressing myself. Plus I love the artistic endeavors and the reinvention! Anyways I wanted to say thank you for making something beautiful and thoughtful and inspirational and sharing it. And good wishes for 2020 to you and yours!