SILK SCREEN
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.
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!
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….
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.
Wearing Mom’s silk Pajama top,vintage boy’s motorcycle jacket & Levis cut offs, Christopher Kane for TOPSHOP bucket bag, Zara boots
25 Comments to SILK SCREEN
by Antoine
On October 6, 2009 at 9:42 am
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
by Vanessa
On October 6, 2009 at 9:58 am
Thanks Antoine!!!
Much love,
V
by Brittany
On October 6, 2009 at 10:35 am
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!.
by Brooke
On October 6, 2009 at 10:37 am
do you goto UBC as well??
by Vanessa
On October 6, 2009 at 11:10 am
I graduated from UBC in 2007…so I’m an alumnus!!!!
V
by Vanessa
On October 6, 2009 at 11:12 am
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
by alison
On October 6, 2009 at 11:49 am
Wow beautiful photos! I love that you wore the pj top with this, looks really great, and love it paired with the leather jacket!
by Donna
On October 6, 2009 at 12:04 pm
oh wow is that your campus?? geez it looks really nice!!
my campus looks like poop. literally. XD
by Vanessa
On October 6, 2009 at 12:12 pm
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
by Hannah
On October 6, 2009 at 1:43 pm
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
by pangie
On October 6, 2009 at 1:55 pm
love your outfit! it really screams HOT & CHIC!
by fashion roadkill
On October 6, 2009 at 2:36 pm
Great outfit! I LOVE the silk top and the boots are insane.
http://fashionroadkill-halifax.blogspot.com
by ash fox
On October 6, 2009 at 4:59 pm
insane! you are stunning!
x
http://www.tittees.blogspot.com
by elizabeth
On October 6, 2009 at 6:06 pm
wow, the layering here is so cool! i love the way the leather and silk and ripped-up shorts work together.
by Amy
On October 6, 2009 at 6:39 pm
great location dude! i used to love going there…
by Lisa
On October 6, 2009 at 6:53 pm
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.
by nicole
On October 6, 2009 at 10:52 pm
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!
by EMILIE
On October 7, 2009 at 12:19 am
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/
by Ashley
On October 7, 2009 at 1:01 am
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
by mauro
On October 7, 2009 at 6:44 am
you are so beautifull! love a lot your style sexy also with a pajama! leather jacket and boot are great!
by tina_mbc
On October 7, 2009 at 8:10 am
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
by lizzie
On October 7, 2009 at 12:54 pm
Those boots are fantastic! x
by Paulina
On October 14, 2009 at 10:21 am
OMG, I love your outfit!
by donna
On October 19, 2009 at 10:05 am
are those the topshop brittany boots? they look so good!
by Vanessa
On October 19, 2009 at 10:31 am
Nope, they are from Zara.
xx
V