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Friday, December 13, 2013

Glitter Grunge: Christmas Plaid, Seattle Style


Glitter + Grunge = keeping it real for the Christmas holidays.
This California girl is freezing her ass off, over here. So thank-you to Gracey for coining the term, and thank-you to Pendleton for providing the plaid. I'm now warm, and ready for a Seattle Christmas. I present to you: GLITTER GRUNGE. 

And, just in time for #BloggersSharingStyle.

Hey, the nineties called: they want their red beanie back.
#SHOPSECONDHANDFIRST: 80% thrifted. 100% 1990s Seattle.

Now Wearing:
  • red beanie, available here
  • vintage 1950s red plaid Pendleton coat
  • obscure band concert Tee, "borrowed" from the boyfriend
  • vintage 1990s maxi skirt
  • fishnet socks
  • Ellie red glitter platform shoes, here
    UPDATE: I am now officially extending the monthly #SHOESHINE to one week. Every 2nd Wednesday of the month, we'll be hosting a shoe link up party, that will be up for one week, so more of you lovelies can participate.  Go Glitterati, and add your holiday faves HERE.

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      29 comments:

      1. That's Not My AgeDecember 13, 2013 at 12:42 AM

        Ooh like the idea of Glitter Grunge - I call it Casual Glamour but GG sounds more fun. You look fabulous in red! Have a fantastic Seattle Christmas.

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      2. PattiDecember 13, 2013 at 1:22 AM

        Well done, Glitter Grunger! Love the red beanie. Must go check on Pao now. xox

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      3. Amber of Butane AnvilDecember 13, 2013 at 3:32 AM

        Gorgeous coat! ANd teh '90s can't have their stuff back /cause you're still looking great in it!

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      4. The Goodwill FangirlDecember 13, 2013 at 5:01 AM

        I like dat beanie and dat fabo coat. I'ma have to dig up some Glitter Grunge. Gracey is one of my fave wordsmiths :)

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      5. Susan BDecember 13, 2013 at 5:55 AM

        Oh I LOVE that coat. And yes, Glitter+Grunge is a winning combo.

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      6. SheilaDecember 13, 2013 at 8:02 AM

        Woo hoo! Love the glitter grunge! You look awesome in that nice red toque and love that amazing coat. I saved my best shoes for last - will link up to Shoe Shine this weekend.

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      7. MonsterchenDecember 13, 2013 at 8:16 AM

        that coat is a plaid dream! this is for sure the coolest christmas look!
        love and kiss,mary
        http://www.maryloucinnamon.com/

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      8. VixDecember 13, 2013 at 8:41 AM

        That coat was made for you, it's stunning, the whole outfit is! x

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      9. Señora AllnutDecember 13, 2013 at 8:54 AM

        oh yes, that's a fabulous coat for a fabulous plaid lover, absolutely perfect for you!!, and love that glitter-grunge idea, glamour & rock'n'roll working together!
        besos

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      10. LuaBleuDecember 13, 2013 at 9:06 AM

        You are so cool in glitter grunge Bella & Dave Grohl looks so young! BTW, my youngest wore my old Nirvana concert tee to school & most of her classmates asked "who is Nirvana"?????

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      11. thorne garnetDecember 13, 2013 at 9:47 AM

        Now that's a coat.

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      12. Becky December 13, 2013 at 10:10 AM

        I love this look!!!!

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      13. Gracey the GiantDecember 13, 2013 at 10:17 AM

        Hooray for Glitter Grunge!! You look fabulous; I love that amazing coat with the glitter shoes!!

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      14. AnonymousDecember 13, 2013 at 12:10 PM

        Cor - Lovely coat - thats got a bit of character !

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      15. ConnieDecember 13, 2013 at 7:22 PM

        yes yes yes yes yes. glittah grunge!!!!

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      16. CityScape SkybabyDecember 13, 2013 at 11:23 PM

        I love your style Bella, don't even know what to say because everything about this outfit is perfect! I think the 90s was my favourite time for fashion. xx

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      17. Anne M BrayDecember 14, 2013 at 8:53 AM

        Now that we've figured out that FB and insta (via Webstagram) shots can be linked, well, the party is now a bacchanal! Woot!

        My latest addition to said party is VERY grunge. Perhaps beyond that and into the realm of Bag Lady.

        Merry merry, Happy Happy!

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      18. AnonymousDecember 14, 2013 at 8:35 PM

        Very cool! I love the coat, and I'm not a huge fan of red plaid. But it's just perfect with the band tee, the hat and the glittery shoes. You've got Seattle in your soul, or in your sole, now!

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      19. MelanieDecember 15, 2013 at 1:21 AM

        AWESOME. You set the standard for high-style Seattle glitter grunge. I hope your vibe catches on. You even have a toque! The Dorothy shoes, who would have thought to wear them with this? Really great.

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      20. mispapelicosDecember 15, 2013 at 3:22 AM

        Beyond fabulous, amiga mía.
        Mil besossssssssssssss

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      21. UnknownDecember 15, 2013 at 6:12 AM

        Glitter grunge ! I love that and i had a good look at the shoes as well! This coat is wonderful, this is something i can not find in shops around here and i would like to find one so bad!

        Love your glitter grunge so bad, maybe i will steal your idea and do my next post on Glitter Grunge and will mention you !

        Hugs

        Arianexo

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      22. Flora CruftDecember 15, 2013 at 7:18 AM

        Glitter Grunge is the perfect description for your look: glittering marvellous and with all that rock star attitude. Love the outfit, you look great!

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      23. UnknownDecember 15, 2013 at 7:44 AM

        I love that coat! You look great:) kisses Beata

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      24. UnknownDecember 15, 2013 at 10:41 AM

        Hi, I come from Sacramento's blog,is the first time I participate. I want a plaid coat!!!! lovely outfit. kissesss
        Merry Christmas
        kisses

        Duapara
        http://duapara-duapara.blogspot.com.es/

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      25. Jean at www.drossintogold.comDecember 15, 2013 at 7:26 PM

        You make me sooo happy!! I love the coat, the hat, the skirt, everything!!!!!! Christmas in Seattle? Of course Glitter Grunge!! Grunge never went away as far as I'm concerned. It's part of the wonderful bohemian thread that weaves through every decade and generation. You look amazing, as ALWAYS!!! XXXOOO

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      26. The Style CroneDecember 16, 2013 at 6:42 AM

        Love the term and Seattle has a Glitter Grunge star! And hooray for extending Shoe Shine. More time to get our kicks (another Bella term) up on your heavenly creation. Keep warm!

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      27. Tamera's Craft PalaceDecember 16, 2013 at 12:11 PM

        Love it--Glitter Grunge!!
        This is CHRISTMAS!!

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      28. susan jakovinaDecember 19, 2013 at 7:02 AM

        Catching up and loving this!
        Can I just say that if I'm you, I wear red all day, every day. Perfection on you. Not so much on me. Sigh.

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      29. No Fear of FashionDecember 21, 2013 at 8:57 AM

        OK second Wednesday of the month. I will have to write that down in my agenda. Otherwise I forget.
        I think this glitter grunge plaid thing looks good on you. The beanie too.
        Greetje

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      You are rad. Thanks for your comment!