Wear something you rarely wear

Today I went over to a friend's place to hang out. I wanted to wear something from my closet that I rarely use. I actually really like this dress, I just haven't used it much, because it fits me almost like an empire-waisted dress, which really isn't flattering for my figure, but then I thought of wearing this belt with it and I think it looks much better.

Outfit rundown:
JSK: Bodyline
Blouse: Zara
Belt: New Look
Bag: Lace Story
Jewelry: Accessorize

Miss Caro-chan just blogged about bangless Lolitas, which was kind of funny, because these past couples of weeks I've  been thinking a lot about bangs. I've been growing my bangs out for the past year and now I'm starting to think about getting them back and I'm really on the fence here. On one hand, I like the more mature look of being bangless and it's easier to manage on a daily basis. But I really like how bangs look with most of the usual hair accessories in Lolita. For now, I've settled with dying the roots of my hair a dark brown to match the ends better. So I'll continue to think about the bangs.

Lastly, just a photo of my new coat worn:

Kidsyoyo Violin Coat Set Review

Kidsyoyo Violin Coat Set Review

Last year, well, in 2009, I couldn't make up my mind about whether or not to order this set. I went back and forth and eventually missed the order deadline. This year I went back and forth again, but decided to go for it. The thing is, I fell in love with it and could totally see myself in it, but I wasn't sure I wanted to spend that much money on a coat that I wouldn't be wearing on a day-to-day basis; only with Lolita. But I decided to get it, because it'll be a coat I can have for many years, hopefully, and I really wanted a coat that wasn't black.

So I placed an order for this set at Quiteland on the 27/9-10 and paid for it on the 01/10-10. It was sent on the 02/12-10 and finally it was in my hands on the 20/12-10 after almost two weeks in customs.

Altogether with shipping, it added up to 3.285 HKD (2.350DKK) which is actually not that different from the prices in the shops around here for a similar quality coat. I have a black coat which also has embroidery and it was actually a bit more if I remember correctly. What I am trying to point out is that the price is fair.

Quiteland:

I've ordered from Quiteland several times before without any problems and this time was no different. Albeit I had actually decided to avoid using them again due to their inflated prices, this set was only available through them.

But all in all, it was a smooth transaction.

5/5

The coat:

I love it. I have absolutely no complaints. The whole set is so beautifully made. It fits exactly as it should, it's so elegant and I'm over the moon about it!

The only thing I will say is that it looks a bit, I don't know, flat and sad with non-Lolita clothes. I'll definitely only be wearing it over Lolita skirts and dresses, so the skirt part of the coat flares out.

The embroidery:

Gorgeous! Again well made and non fraying.

Sleeve detail:

Very elegant.

The pockets:

Very cute bow. They are actually real pockets, you just have to remove a thread to open them.

Collar:

Back:

The cape:

The faux fur is so soft and it is also detachable. The collar has small buttons on the inside, so you can wear the fur collar without the cape.

Details.

The muff:

Adorable, no? It's nice and warm too, hehe.

Strap detail.

I hadn't realized it also had a pocket when I ordered it, so that came as a surprise. It seems small, but I was actually able to fit my phone, keys, creditcard and compact camera in there with a bit of room to spare.

The lining - so comfy.

The hat:

It has so many nice little details.

The violin is detachable.

The full set:

That was that. Obviously, no complaints. Everything is just so luxurious and I'm really looking forward to wearing it again. I've only had the opportunity once.

Everything is fully lined by the way.

5/5

OOTD

Today I went shopping with a friend. We went to our local mall and then to Strøget in Copenhagen. It was so nice and Christmassy downtown. We've been getting a lot of snow the past couple of days and it's been snowing all day today as well.

I actually wore my hair down when I was out, but put it when I got home. I don't usually wear my hair up like this - for Lolita or daily wear, but I kind of liked how it looks with this outfit.

I've actually found a red bolero that looks almost the same as this pink one. I would have worn that one today, but I'm planning on wearing that tomorrow when I'm going shopping for my mom's gifts when my dad.

                                              

Dress: Baby

Bolero: Saint Tropez

Tights: H&M

Hairflower: Accessorize

Headbow: Homemade

Jewelry: Miss Selfridge & Zygomatics

On another note, my new coat set is waiting for me at the postoffice according to the tracking number. I'm just waiting for the customs letter, so I can go pick it up. Hopefully it'll arrive on Monday. =]

Should I?

Last year I didn't get a chance to order this set before the deadline. Now I have my second chance, but I'm not sure. I could use a new winter coat, especially one that would go with Lolita. I have a black one now that I love, but as I've probably stated in an earlier entry, I'm trying to weed out all the black from my wardrobe.

My concern is that it's a little too "LOOK AT ME!" for every day use e.g. to and from work. But damnit, it's just so cute, I can totally see myself in it, haha :D

I've been thinking about getting these boots at Ellos:

I think the coat and those boots would look great together :3

The deadline for preordering the set is the end of the month, so I'll think about it until tomorrow evening... DUN DUN DUUUUN!! ;)