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Monday, September 30, 2013

Stripes and Dots, with Dots on Top

Top This: Dotted 1960s Wool Felt Pillbox Hat in Marine c/o Trove Vintage

Dots and stripes make for a cheerful pattern play. While this is probably more of a spring look, I'm enjoying my new-to-me vintage 1960s wool felt pillbox hat, a recent score from Trove Vintage. Isn't it a fun topper? It seemed a good fit with my navy/cream cotton t-shirt, a secondhand find from the Goodwill- what makes it extra special to me is the fact it is made in the USA. Of course, I don't mind that it is figure flattering and was purchased for a little under $10.The whole outfit felt first rate, and on budget.

SHOPPING SECONDHAND FIRST: The items came from a variety of shops- from charity, thrift, consignment and vintage boutiques, but the one thing they all have in common- they are all secondhand sourced. So, 100% Thrifted. And 100% affordable. Boo-yah. Total cost of outfit comes in under $50 bucks.


#SHOPSECONDHANDFIRST 100% Thrifted.

Now Wearing:
  • Vintage 1960s wool dot pill box hat, c/o Trove Vintage
  • Zinc navy blue linen trapeze jacket, Goodwill
  • BCX "Made in USA" striped cowl neck T-shirt, Goodwill
  • Vintage navy travel tote, SPCA Thrift (Sacramento)
  • Vintage measuring tape, used as belt (borrowed from sewing kit)
  • Jean skirt, Labels Consignment
  • Nine West navy mesh stretch slingbacks, Secondhand Rose (now closed)

 I'll be linking up to the lovely Style Crone for Hat Attack!




20 comments:

  1. Pam @ over50feeling40September 29, 2013 at 5:27 PM

    Lovin those shoes!! Stay safe in all that rain, Bella!!

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  2. Lynn HastySeptember 29, 2013 at 5:56 PM

    Hi Bella! Love your hat! What fun!!

    XOXO
    Lynn

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  3. Gabriala BrownSeptember 29, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    Digging that hat Bella Q, it is most important! xo

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  4. UnknownSeptember 29, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    Too Cute! I love the first pic. Really pretty.

    Monica, www.pear-shaped-gal.com

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  5. CatieBeattySeptember 29, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    That hat is so awesome. I love the blue!

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  6. Hollie Black-RamseySeptember 29, 2013 at 8:37 PM

    what a fun hat yo!

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  7. mispapelicosSeptember 29, 2013 at 11:47 PM

    I dig your look with the rest of the bloggospher, dear Bella.
    besos

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  8. Señora AllnutSeptember 30, 2013 at 1:19 AM

    lovely hat, and lovely pattern mixing, polka dots and stripes are a so fabulous combo!!, and you look so cool and pretty, every detail is genuine!, love that measure tape as a belt!
    besos

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  9. Sara KristiinaSeptember 30, 2013 at 1:42 AM

    ooh that measuring tape used as a belt is so cool idea!! Inspiring :)

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  10. VixSeptember 30, 2013 at 2:55 AM

    That hat is amazing, you look fab! x

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  11. PattiSeptember 30, 2013 at 6:16 AM

    gorgeous, Bella! The hat is fab and I am inspired. xoxo

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  12. The Style CroneSeptember 30, 2013 at 6:37 AM

    Exquisite hat on you Bella. The color, the dots and you! I love the high crown of the 60's, and your outfit is the perfect combination of chic and second hand. Looking forward to seeing you in this topper on Hat Attack!

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  13. bohemian vanitySeptember 30, 2013 at 6:50 AM

    A whole 2nd hand outfit under 50 bucks that would be a dream here! I hardly find cheap and nice vintage stuff. Jealous! You look fab my dear and your hat is just fab!!! xxx

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  14. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    That hat - way to dress up a denim skirt! And you're right, the top is flattering (and looks comfy,too). But my fave is that jacket with the big buttons. I'm dotty over that one!

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  15. Forest City FashionistaSeptember 30, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    Love that jacket, especially the gigantic buttons!

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  16. MelanieSeptember 30, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    I love everything about this outfit. The travel tote, hat, and big buttons are fantastic thrown together. But I love how you used the measuring tape as a belt. Very cool! Stay dry.

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  17. Tamera's Craft PalaceSeptember 30, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    That hat was MADE for you Bella--i love how saucy it is with the striped shirt!

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  18. SuzanneSeptember 30, 2013 at 1:05 PM

    That measuring tape used as a belt is genius!

    bisous
    Suzanne

    BTW...I featured you last week...
    http://bisous.typepad.com/bisous/2013/09/what-i-like-about-bloggers-over-40.html

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  19. UnknownSeptember 30, 2013 at 2:19 PM

    LOVE the hat, LOVE the jacket - head to toe it's all very you in the best sense of the term! ;-)

    Alicia

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  20. No Fear of FashionOctober 2, 2013 at 10:46 AM

    I love polka dots. It is a crazy hat. Reminds me of a kings crown.
    Greetje

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You are rad. Thanks for your comment!