Polka Polka

Last week we had a couple of dreary days. Cool, rainy days usually leave me feeling lazy and reaching for one of the several pairs of trouser pants I have dutifully worn to work since my first post-college job. Who wants to buy new trouser pants? Boring! So, those gray wide leg guys I bought at H&M in 2007 will continue to serve their purpose until they disintegrate. But, I digress.

This particular day, I was determined! I would wear bright pink and wedges – fog and mist be damned!

Pink, pleated polka dot skirt: vintage, thrifted
Beige cardigan: Forever 21
White belt: H&M (old)
Tan wedges: L.L.Bean Signature

I love bright colors with neutrals, and love seeing this combination popping up so often lately. Beiges and tans softens brights, whereas black and white make them pop more. Sometimes you just want to take the edge off a bit.

I’m also a sucker for a high waist, midi skirt. I know not everyone can pull it off, but I find it very flattering on me. Though sometimes I wish I was a few inches shorter (I’m over 6 feet with heels), height does come in handy with some silhouettes.

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Salt = sodium = bad. Sweet = calories = bad. Well, isn't that just a bleak outlook. I firmly believe that without salt and without sweet we all just live in a world of lettuce. Plain lettuce. Fun? No. This blog is about life. Namely, my life. But, not that specific. I myself am simply not that interesting. I live an ordinary life, work an ordinary job and do ordinary things. But... life is all about experiencing that feeling you get when you really, really like something. If you don't feel a little warm in your heart when you walk into a farmer's market or try on a piece of beautiful clothing that fits you perfectly (that just so happens to be a great deal!) then you should probably keep on a' movin' from my little plot of internet. Sweeter salt is my metaphor for the good things in life, sprinkled over everything in moderation. Banana? Kinda boring. Banana smoothie - yum! White tank top? Yawn. Statement necklace layered over said tank - now we're talking! I live in Portland, Maine. I love cooking, eating out, riding my bike and approachable fashion. This blog does not chronicle my every waking moment. This is because you will probably not be entertained by the 10th day in a row that I eat the exact same salad for lunch. It does chronicle a healthy, active, fun-filled, colorful lifestyle, in Portland and beyond. It also covers dogs. Cute ones mostly.
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6 Responses to Polka Polka

  1. over 6 feet in heels?! i never would have guessed! i’m on the short side so midi skirts like this cab make me look stumpy. looks perfect on you!

  2. fore front says:

    i always wanted to be 5’10″ – le sigh.

  3. paige says:

    oooooo…love this! :)

  4. Jessie says:

    Love this, you look so pretty and this skirt is so classic!

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  5. apj114 says:

    love the pink and the polka dots. and i have always loved how you own your height! i often wish i was a little bit taller..

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