Wednesday, September 23, 2009

who's bad?





Before you all giggle and call me out for sporting these gloves that I likely didn't wear all day (too hard to type with), let me explain. Originally, as I was 10 minutes ahead of schedule this morning (a first!) I decided that I needed to spruce up my leather skirt and silk combo. After harboring a secret admiration for how the lovely Liz over at Late Afternoon wore her cut-off biker gloves just a few weeks ago, I decided, why the f- not?

I mean, you never know when you might have to jump on a Harley with a guy named Hell's Doorman. Really, you never know.

On top of that, the annual motorcycle festival, Street Vibrations is going on here in town. That means thousands of bikers from all over the country cruising the streets and generally causing the windows here at work to vibrate throughout the day.

Might as well pay some homage, right?

Shirt: Vintage mint green silk shirt, Christian Dior
Skirt: Vintage Italian leather skirt
Shoes: Black heels, Aldo
Gloves: Black leather biker gloves, Charlotte-Russe

P.S. I'm in search of the perfect pair of platform pumps like these only not by YSL because, quite frankly, I'd have to sell a kidney for that. Any suggestions?!

29 comments:

  1. Oh golly! I'd kill for pumps like that. Kind of a weak answer, but I'm guessing Jessica Simpson might make similar ones... a lot of her styles are "inspired by" designer shoemakers. Ya never know! Oh, and I love how you paired that gorgeous vintage silk with leather. The chains are an especially nice touch. :)

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  2. this outfit literally belongs in a magazine!

    gorgeous

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  3. loving the outfit
    and youre right, who cares if you didnt wear them all day, they look fabulous regardless!
    as far as the pumps...look all over piperlime.com or maybe try f21 in a couple weeks when more fall pieces come out

    -cma
    check out my blog @
    cosmicaroline.blogspot.com

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  4. love the gloves + the fit of the skirt is cute. this leather look is hott

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  5. I've been looking for black pumps too, and I finally found ones that I am satisfied with. Check Zara...last time I went, they had very similar pumps but only for ~$60 or something like that. I'm out to go get them right now! good luck~ :)

    p.s. I really like the shirt!

    -Jane @ brunchatthebeach.blogspot.com

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  6. oh those shoes!!!i sell my kindey with joy!loool!!!i dont know if you can walk with them -and with only one kidney left!loool

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  7. Your blouse is so chic. And those biker gloves are the perfect thing to rough them up!

    colormenana.blogspot.com

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  8. oh my god i absolutely love the gloves. work themmmm :]

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  9. Really hot gloves! No laughing over here.

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  10. Love the leather skirt! I just bought a thrifted (originally from BR) a-line one (not quite as badass) that I plan on subtly including in my corporate office wardrobe sort of just to see if anyone says anything about the fact that I'm wearing leather!
    www.whatwouldkrissiewear.com

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  11. Love this outfit!! You look amazing!

    You can live without a kidney, but can you live without those shoes? LOL Gorgeous!!

    GoJane.com has some similar ones...the heel isnt as high, but still a godo height. Not sure if this is what you are looking for, but here is the link http://www.gojane.com/37920-shoes-closed-toe-patent-pump.html

    Good luck! =)

    Amy
    thebargainhunterextraordinaire.blogspot.com

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  12. http://www.aldoshoes.com/ca-eng/whatsnew/women

    Aldo has similar shoes to that for around 135 ish.

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  13. I really like how the sunglasses work with the rest of the outfit. Where are they from?

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  14. love the gloves! i've been looking at biker gloves for a while now too.

    for pumps like that--i've seen something kinda similar at charlotte russe. good luck tracking them down!

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  15. super hot look, gloves are rockin, the leather skirt is super sexy

    come check out the first ever fashion blog from a guys POV, let He know what you think

    fashionbyhe.blogspot.com

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  16. Wow that blouse is perfect! Love the whole look, you look beautiful girl.

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  17. As for the shoes, if you like a little bow: http://www.stevemadden.com/item.aspx?id=49602&path=|womens%20shoes|womens%20platforms|

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  18. i love the skirt, great combination with the blouse!
    xx

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  19. You look great! Love the combination of silk and leather!!

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  20. Loveeeee! So all your outfits have been amazing! I am so toally in love right now! Just thought I'd say it here before I go crazy commenting on everything lol.

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  21. amazing. the blouse and skirt are perfect together!

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  22. I feel so late, but what about these ones:

    http://www.aldoshoes.com/ca-eng/women/pumps/platform/75464846-ledec/95

    And, your outfit rocks. So glad I found your blog!

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  23. Totally want those shoes!

    I did find a couple cheap options....
    http://www.babygirlboutique.com/flair-480.html

    and

    http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=209995304&listingid=52248442

    AND while I'm not the hugest fan of the girl...she's got some good shoes:
    http://www.shoemall.com/product/Jessica-Simpson-Womens-Parigi-Pump-Black-156841&cpncode=24-53813009-2&srccode=cii_23370005&style=156841&KeyCode=SMJQ265/

    Love your blog!!

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  24. love the leather skirt/button-down combo! a perfect mix, if i do say so myself...

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