OOTD & Review: Flowerfield Chemise and Dankov Cabled Blazer

Dress: Flowerfield Jersey Chemise | Cardigan: Dankov Cabled Blazer
Tights: Penneys (in Dublin) | Boots: Cherry Stem Boots

Coat: Ruffle Collar Wool Blend Coat (Old Navy) | Earrings: Jingled Hoops

I do so love these suede Cherry Stem Boots.  I missed them on sale at Anthro but was then lucky enough to find them on the EA Trademarket just in time for my birthday last year.  The pull and and fit great; I wish they were not quite so slouchy in the ankles but that is a quibble- they are extremely comfortable with a great lugged sole.

The Flowerfield Chemise is comfortable if a bit thin to wear out in the work without a slip or tights.  I love the pattern of the skirt though the light great top is not a great color on me.  I like the neckline and wish the sleeves were a bit shorter but I can make that change if necessary.  This definitely works as a dress but for me requires a layering piece.

The Dankov Cabled Blazer in beige fits the same as the red one I talked about here.  In photos it looks very bland- I would like to add a scarf and maybe wear my hair down next time to break up the light neutral of this piece.

OOTD & Review: Dankov Cabled Blazer

Dress: Partridge Peck Chemise | Cardigan: Dankov Cabled Blazer
Tights: Penneys (in Dublin) | Boots: Lyra Booties 

Coat: Ruffle Collar Wool Blend Coat (Old Navy) | Earrings: Jingled Hoops

Ah yes, winter comes to Saudi Arabia.  Truthfully, winter here was about 50 degrees so not punishingly cold by any stretch of the imagination, but certainly a difference from the 130 degrees we hit during the summer months.  The brief chill allowed me to bundle up a bit and to add some much needed color to my outfit.

The purple coat hails from Old Navy and is a wonderful winter jacket.  I love the purple color and the ruffle neck, though I suspect the coat might flap in the wind because of where the buttons end.  Old Navy can be hit or miss for me on coats, but this is a rare win.

I've been waiting for the Dankov blazer for a while (one order went astray so I ordered it again at which point of course both boxes showed up on my doorstep!) and now that I have it, my feelings are mixed.  It is very comfortable, and I love the color.  This is also a wonderfully warm sweater, and I like the structured look of it for work.  The sleeves are a but long, and bell out at the end which was awkward with the coat.  I also think it doesn't photograph well, which is a shame because I think it looked better in person than it does above.  The fact that it is a thicker knit adds bulk, but the structured shape helps keep it reasonable.  I suspect this blazer looks better on someone with a smaller bust but I will be keeping it regardless.

OOTD: can a chemise be work appropriate?

Dress: Partridge Peck Chemise | Jacket: Old Navy from 2004
Tights: Penneys (in Dublin) | Boots: Contrast Cuff Booties 

Necklace: Multitudes Necklace | Earrings: Jingled Hoops

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I ordered this chemise from Anthro after seeing it on Roxy here because I loved the color of the top and the pattern of the skirt.  The chemise fits, and is comfortable, but a large bust means the waist sits much higher on me than on the model.  The scoop neck and color of the top are lovely, but this is another dress that over-emphasizes my chest so I decided it needed a topper.

The jacket was languishing in the should-probably-be-donated part of my closet until I pulled it out for this ensemble; it might now be staying!  Ideally, I would like a short fitted cardigan to wear with this chemise.

The material is thin so a slip was a must for me, and I doubt I will wear it in warmer weather without tights because it is a little short for my taste.  Still, a very comfortable and I think cute option for spring and fall.