Normally I don’t write an entire post about an article of clothing, but when said article of clothing seemingly defies the laws of physics what choice did I have?…
THE STORY
…Not only the laws of physics, but it also defies all logic and reason. This vest. It’s like a damn Rubik’s Cube. I absolutely cannot get my brain around it. Today, I along with four other women, educated women mind you, could not figure it out. It’s like a riddle wrapped in an enigma. You see, you can flip it upside down (not inside out…upside down) and the lace back becomes a beautiful lace flyaway collar. Now that part I get. The puzzle is the pockets. The pockets are right side up…both ways. What. The. Hell. So insanely cool, yet so utterly frustrating. I have to apologize. I wanted to do shots with it both ways, but I didn’t have time because I was on a super tight schedule. I promise, the next time I wear it I’ll do step by step shots for you. You won’t have to wait too long because I may or may not have also ordered it in gray because, well, it just might be the best invention since the Internet. How can you not want multiples of a piece of clothing that is not only versatile, but also provides hours of mind bending entertainment too? For now, check out the shots at Grace and Lace where I picked it up. And ya, if you solve the puzzle, let me know.
THE OUTFIT
This is one of those “so comfortable, maybe I shouldn’t have worn it to work” outfits. But, yes, I wore it anyways. The lace vest and floral duster were plenty long enough to go with leggings and provide the prerequisite butt coverage. I’ve worn the duster on several occasions because it makes a great layering piece and the same goes for the vest. It’s a lightweight rayon knit that will work beautifully all year long. Since it was on the warmer side today I didn’t need bulky layers so three lighter layers were just right for the temperature. I had an activity I’m helping with after school so I was going to be working longer than usual meaning comfort was key, hence the leggings.
THE TIP
Layers work no matter what the temperature. The key is thickness and sleeve length. For cold weather go with heavier knits with lighter layers under and/or over. In between temperatures call for slightly lighter layers, but with long sleeves, and if the heat is on go for breezier lightweight materials and short or no sleeves.
THE LINK UPS
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Lace vest: Grace and Lace; Duster: Forever 21 (Similar); Boots: JCPenney
