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Thursday, March 7, 2013

Outfit Post: Eye of the Needle


The punchline here, is CAMEL. As in color, as in textile. Camel hair wool is an enduring fabric. I love the richness of its color- the beige has lots of yellow, and is one of the few beiges that doesn't drain the color from my olive skin tone. I think it looks classy, and have always wanted a great camel hair coat. I think I've finally found mine. This is a glorious beast of a coat, an oversize vintage wool coat with an opulent satin lining. It's loose fitting and big, and I love the detail in the back, that curve of the back belt- so insouciant and elegant, if you ask me.


The great thing about classics is that they look good no matter what era you're wearing them. This vintage coat is from the 1950s, but looks so fresh and modern still, very Celine, very Phoebe Philo's Chloe, circa 2010, with the clean lines, slouchy cut and simple but strong detailing of the offset big buttons in front, the swoop of a belt in the back.

Calling It In: Camel Coats Transcend the Trends, and are Always In
In the photo above, I'm pretending not to notice the camera, I'm a busy plus forty fashionista talking on the phone while those ubiquitous street fashion photographers are snapping away at one of my many glorious outfits. In my mind, the uber handsome Lee Oliveria has run up to take this shot, because his keen eye can spot style when he sees it. LOL! I'm a big fan of street style photography, and have a big monster crush of Lee, after meeting him a year or so ago. It would definitely be a quite the fashion flattery to see my mug on the pages of some splashy street style glossy! 


It would definitely be harder than getting a camel through the eye of a needle, than to get me captured by the likes of Mr. Oliveria, or a Phil Oh,  Wayne Tippets or thee Bill Cunningham, but a girl wearing a classic coat in camel hair, can definitely dream.  


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25 comments:

  1. Susan BMarch 7, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    Fabulous camel coat! It's such a great look that never gets stale.

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  2. UnknownMarch 7, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    Great Hollywood look !

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  3. Pam @ over50feeling40March 7, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    it does look great, Bella!! And if I lived in Seattle...I would want one as well!

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  4. LisaMarch 7, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    Very classic looking. By the way..those shoes are hot. Love them.

    Your phone case looks like mine...love my black and white polka dots!

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  5. Lady of StyleMarch 7, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    This is so "retro glamour Bella". Great!
    We should never give up our dreams but make them our goals.

    Thank you so much for visiting my blog. I feel really flattered by your lovely comment, Bella.

    Annette
    Lady of Style

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  6. VixMarch 7, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    Very classy coat, Bella. Fabulous with the jade dress and rock star shades. xxx

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  7. Sara KristiinaMarch 7, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    Hello gorgeous! That coat is a dream!

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  8. UnknownMarch 7, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    Poo the ring is gone ;(
    you look smashing in neutrals as well as brights!
    you rock everything u wear
    Hugs
    Reva

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  9. Becky March 7, 2013 at 12:07 PM

    That really is a great coat!
    Becky :)

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  10. Gracey the GiantMarch 7, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    Very glamorous and timeless. Wonderful find!

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  11. Lucys LoungeMarch 7, 2013 at 12:29 PM

    I love a camel coat, so comfy and classic. love lucyx

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  12. GeeGeeMarch 7, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    Oh, I remember my Grandmother wore such a similar coat with extra large buttons in my very early ages. Might it be camel?
    A really class piece!

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  13. ShybikerMarch 7, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    Nice coat and shoes. I like how you mix conventional and eclectic pieces. Keeps it interesting.

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  14. PattiMarch 7, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    You are so right about the camel coat - it's timeless and perfect for all occasions. Love those shoes too. You are radiating style : >

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  15. Silhouette de FemmeMarch 7, 2013 at 7:40 PM

    Love these photos...& that ring, beautiful!
    Denise

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  16. AnonymousMarch 7, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    What a great, classic coat! And I love how cool you look in that first photo - what a star!!

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  17. JessicaMarch 7, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    yes that coat is super timeless!

    Jessica
    http://www.jumpintopuddles.com/

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  18. Sasha MariaMarch 7, 2013 at 10:16 PM

    I am a forever fan of camel. There's something definitely timeless about it.

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  19. AnonymousMarch 8, 2013 at 12:09 AM

    Ooh, the coat is beautiful, Bella! I have always always always wanted one as I agree with you: they're forever classic and look so luxe. Alas, I've never found one that suits me that doesn't cost a mint. :) xoxo

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  20. Señora AllnutMarch 8, 2013 at 12:49 AM

    such a great classic piece, and you rock it with your fabulousness!, I'm not a huge fan of beiges, but this camel shade seems very appealing and elegant!, love your shoes and dress, such a retro-funky style!
    besos

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  21. Amber of Butane AnvilMarch 8, 2013 at 5:31 AM

    Gorgeous coat, love it with the dress, shades, ring, and shoes - beautifully put together!

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  22. Flora CruftMarch 8, 2013 at 11:10 AM

    Camel really suits you, Bella, you look so glamorous in that gorgeous coat! Plus I'm crazy about your ring, it's so unique and beautiful, just like you!

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  23. Heather FonsecaMarch 9, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    Love your vintage coat! I almost bought a beautiful camel hair coat the other day, but it was just a hair too short in the sleeve. I'm on the lookout for a camel colored cashmere coat, because i have wool allergies, but I haven't found it yet. Nor do I need it really. It's pretty warm here most of the time! Regardless Bella you look fabulous!

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  24. Miss Simmonds SaysMarch 9, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    Very cool coat indeed! I always wanted a camel coat, xxx

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  25. UnknownMarch 11, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    Super cool in camel hair coat. Hermosissima!

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