As you probably know, we recently moved house. That means (I think I’d forgotten this) every single Q-tip from the old house has to leave and find a place in the new house. That goes for shoes, tights, scarves and earrings too, who knew?
To steady my nerves, I have relied on old reliables and simple looks. My workplace is casual and friendly and there’s no need for corporate attire. So I reached for these pieces:
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| Even the wooden cats had to go! They were more amenable to the move than the actual cats. |
My sequined Old Navy skirt has had dozens of wears. It doesn’t wrinkle, it’s hand washable, and dries in a few hours. That’s the kind of basic you need when everything is in bags, boxes and trunks! A cozy ASOS tee, good for work and weekends, gets polished up with a suede belt. A scarf can be tossed in my bag. Red lipstick is in the purse already, and away we go. Not the chic-est look I’ve ever pulled off, but it’s neat and deliberate.
How do you dress amidst physical uproar? Have a very favorite knit dress, or ponte trousers, or reliable dark jeans?
I love your skirt! Good luck in your new home.
Aww, poor actual cats! I can relate. You, on the other hand, look beautifully put-together, I love this outfit with its restful tones and great shapes. During uproar and for physical hauling of stuff, I go for comfort, washability, mobility, and reliability!
Thanks Tamera! This pic is still at the old place, but I will keep that color compliment in mind! : >
Truly a charming smile!
Love your outfit!!! Is the coral wall in your new place?? Because it's a STUNNING color for you!!!
Love that skirt!! So cute:)..I am the jeans type of gal…easy to slip on and out off and no worries if it rips or gets dirty or whatever! All the best with your new place!
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I'm in total awe that you manage to look so "together" and stylish despite the chaos! xxx
The colours of the scarf are so pretty and I love the detail on the skirt. Our house is usually in a state of chaos, so that's normal for me and I swan about in frocks like there is NO problem at all! xxx
I have what I call my "sleep" jeans, because I've slept in 'em!
There's definitely something to be said for having one reliable aspect in a time of upheaval! Once when I was having severe anxiety attacks at work, my therapist suggested that I wear the most comfortable clothes I could get away with – and not just the most physically comfortable, but the most calming colors or the items with the best associations. It did help a lot, and it was interesting how giving myself a physical grounding in familiar clothes helped with the psychological turmoil.
What a very lovely outfit, and really pulled-together despite the recent move! When all is in uproar I retreat to favourite clothes, the softest scarf I can find and usually a drapey cardi.
Patti, I added a Visible Monday link this week but forgot to link back to you, sorry. My bad. I will do it properly next week. Head not screwed on properly this week.
I'm astonished you can actually *find* matching things after recently moving house! In similar circumstances, accessories tend to go by the by and it's just trousers and a top with whatever shoes I can find both of. Maybe you're a better packer than I am…
Cheers,
Eleanorjane
Moving can be difficult. You still look beautiful! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
Congrats on the movie, Patti. I usually throw on whatever sounds comfortable to me. I guess I've been so picky about my closet, almost anything will do. I do like my jeans, but jeans don't solve every day. Sometimes it's an easy dress and boots. Boots solve a lot of my problems.
Love that skirt! Ugh, I could not imagine moving out of my house. Right now I am preparing to have my master bathroom renovated and I am already stressing about how inconvenient that will be.
oh Patti! hi! my GUESS skinny jeans are my recent go to guy. i got them thrifted for a sheer $5! They looked absolutely never been worn. and … i love them. last year when we moved to this, new to us, home, i packed a suit case and lived out of it for 4 days. it was a life saver because i had everything i needed in one little corner of the bedroom while the rest of the home waited to be properly "put". Congrats on the move!!
I am currently in physical uproar!! I am going to post about it tomorrow…but I relate to your post. I really like your look today…especially the touch of the scarf and your fireplace looks beautiful, Patti! I will be living in chaos for at least another week…see how I handle it tomorrow…besides screaming, of course!