SILK SCREEN

October 6th, 2009 - 25 Comments »
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I love this pajama top that belongs to my Mom. She had the most beautiful night gowns and sleepwear when I was growing up–silk, lace, always in champagne and creamy colors. I wish I had the impulse to dress well every moment of the day like my Mom used to….my sleepwear usually consists of a baggy tshirt and boy shorts–soooo stylish! But don’t fear! I got the cutest Betsy Johnson nighty right before I left for NY. Definitely prance-worthy.

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When I saw this silk top reappear in my Mom’s closet (I think it was dry cleaned or something) I couldn’t help but  put it on. There’s something so luxurious about silk, no? It’s a very impractical fabric, but  it looks AMAZING!

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And I gotta tell you, after walking around in mainly chunky 6′ platforms, these 4 inch over-the-knee boots were a DREAM to walk in…no fear of teetering over on uneven roads or speed bumps….

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And boy was it nostalgic to wander around the Anthropology museum/building. I took a sociology class there back in first year and always thought what a god-forsaken spot the building was in. But you see, I never really walked around (always had to run off to my next class); if I had, I would have realized that right behind the school is an incredible grassy knoll that you can stand atop of and look out at the most western point of Vancouver. They also happen to be recreating a First Nations community from Nova Scotia there–so cool.

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Wearing Mom’s silk Pajama top,vintage boy’s motorcycle jacket & Levis cut offs, Christopher Kane for TOPSHOP bucket bag, Zara boots

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25 Responses to “SILK SCREEN”

  1. Antoine says:

    AND you really know How to electrify this “turned into day to day dressing sleepwear piece” ’s so silky Appeal, . . . by adorning it on such a laid back/sulfurous”GLAM Rocko-SM CHIC-issime” vibrancy !!!!
    ps: Mmmh you know, I am a “self-proclaimed expert ès GLAM Forecasts”, AND so I (highly) suspect you to be very “Sexy BOMBnextDoor” even in baggy T shirts AND boy shorts . . . BUT this precious finery ideally illustrates a certain idea of “nocturnal Exquisite-ness” (a fortiori with such an underlying affective aura) !!!!

    à Bientôt, Antoine

  2. Vanessa says:

    Thanks Antoine!!!
    Much love,
    V

  3. Brittany says:

    I love how unexpected this outfit is, especially the cropped leather jacket paired with the long button-down shirt. I won’t even start on the boots — there isn’t enough time in the world to discuss their amazing-ness!.

  4. Brooke says:

    do you goto UBC as well??

  5. Vanessa says:

    I graduated from UBC in 2007…so I’m an alumnus!!!!
    V

  6. Vanessa says:

    Thanks Brittany!
    The PJ top definitely made the whole outfit. I love juxtaposing softer elements with harder ones. It seems to be a recipe for success all the time….
    xx
    V

  7. alison says:

    Wow beautiful photos! I love that you wore the pj top with this, looks really great, and love it paired with the leather jacket!

  8. Donna says:

    oh wow is that your campus?? geez it looks really nice!! :) my campus looks like poop. literally. XD

  9. Vanessa says:

    Donna,
    Well this is a part of UBC…a small part actually. UBC is effing huge. I think it’s one of the largest universities in North America (in terms of land mass). Yeah I’m so glad I went to UBC. It’s uber beautiful to walk around in.
    xx
    V

  10. Hannah says:

    I can’t believe I’ve only just discovered your blog! I love your style :)

    Do you want to exchange links?

    ♥ Hannah

    ((london–rose.blogspot.com))

    xx

  11. pangie says:

    love your outfit! it really screams HOT & CHIC!

  12. Great outfit! I LOVE the silk top and the boots are insane.

    http://fashionroadkill-halifax.blogspot.com

  13. elizabeth says:

    wow, the layering here is so cool! i love the way the leather and silk and ripped-up shorts work together.

  14. Amy says:

    great location dude! i used to love going there…

  15. Lisa says:

    THE BOOTS ARE BACK!!!! I know I’ve said it before, but I love them and you rock them they way they were made to be rocked.

  16. nicole says:

    you totally worked that silk pajama top like nobody’s business! love how you combined the soft feminine colour and fabric with edgy elements like the leather jacket and your boots, even your deconstructed denim shorts! they all amalgamate into an amazing outfit. the setting of your photographs help to frame and enhance the overall look. rocker chic hot!

  17. EMILIE says:

    Gorgeous! Great post! Love the over-the-knee boots with the denim shorts! And this leather jacket is awesome!
    Emilie from http://whatshappeninginmyfashionworld.blogspot.com/

  18. Ashley says:

    These pictures are absolutely beautiful! What a lovely spot you found! And as always your outfit rocks, love the boots and the silk from your mom!

    -Ashley
    http://breakfastatsaks.blogspot.com

  19. mauro says:

    you are so beautifull! love a lot your style sexy also with a pajama! leather jacket and boot are great!

  20. tina_mbc says:

    Killer outfit!
    There’s sth amazing about leather and silk combined, I can’t quite find the words for it!

    Having luxurious sleepwear is one of my wardrobe goals, (mum inspired as well), so I do understand the feeling! Lol!

    xxx

  21. lizzie says:

    Those boots are fantastic! x

  22. Paulina says:

    OMG, I love your outfit!

  23. donna says:

    are those the topshop brittany boots? they look so good!

  24. Vanessa says:

    Nope, they are from Zara.
    xx
    V

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