After this latest arctic freeze, there is still a little snow on the ground and the woods and fields are looking a little dreary. I thought we were moving to a place that had four seasons when we came back here, and it does, it's just that they're not four equal seasons. Winter is 6 months, summer is 3, spring get's 1.5 and autumn gets 1.5, so it's not quite what I signed on for but it's better than the all-winter-weather when I was living in the Pacific Northwest, so I'll take it.
However, after this latest cold snap when the thermometer was reading double digits below zero, it's funny how being back up to freezing feels almost spring-like, minus the cheery greens and pastel flowers anyway. It's times like this, when the whole world seems a little cold and gray that I reach for bright colors to keep me feeling positive. I can bring a little sunshine to the world with my wardrobe even when the actual sun is keeping her distance.
Vincent Van Gogh was a man after my own heart. Like me, when he saw a composition he liked, he tried it over and over again with lots of colors to see what he liked best. So it was with his Sunflowers paintings. They are exercises in color experimentation. (personally, I favor the light green background for creating a nice contrast with the yellows) Never satisfied with just one style or bringing out just one color, I do the same experimentation with my outfits which is why I have such an extensive wardrobe and why you'll see me do post after post with one piece accessorized differently to make something new each time.
Over the years I've learned a technique that has helped me tremendously in my clothing compositions. I find stock photos of the things I own and the things I'd like to try and put them together in a photo collage before I buy anything, so I don't wind up with things I'll never use. Sometimes it saves me from buying things that won't work well with what I have and sometimes it gives me ideas for how to use what I already have; it's a win all around.
Much like the founder of this fashion, Mr. Van Gogh, I tried several combos with these sunflowers until I landed on this one with the tan headband and green Margot flats to really highlight all of the colors in this print rather than focusing on yellow.
I scored this beautiful Sunflower Tea Rose dress second hand before the holidays from a very sweet seller in one of the Etsy groups. She shipped immediately and it arrived in perfect condition, plus she assured me that this dress unlike some others, had perfect flower placement, which I hadn't thought about but really appreciated it once it was brought to my attention. I've mentioned the crummy sellers enough times, I thought I should balance things out by giving a nod to the good ones too. Anyway, this dress didn't really strike a chord with me in-store, and I don't know if it's the time of year and I need a little extra sunshine or if I'm suddenly seeing this dress in a new light.
I wasn't sure I would like the Tea Rose with no ruffle, but as it turns out, I love it. I love the print, how light this dress is and the way the sun lights up the flowers, and of course, I love the pockets.
I'm glad I took a risk on this print and I'm glad that someone else out there was willing to part with it for a little less than retail to save me some money at this time of year, because I really do love this dress and I feel a little more cheerful each time I look at it.
While winter drags on here until sometime in late April or early May, at least I can enjoy these flowers and feel a little warmer on the inside.
After this latest arctic freeze, there is still a little snow on the ground and the woods and fields are looking a little dreary. I thought we were moving to a place that had four seasons when we came back here, and it does, it's just that they're not four equal seasons. Winter is 6 months, summer is 3, spring get's 1.5 and autumn gets 1.5, so it's not quite what I signed on for but it's better than the all-winter-weather when I was living in the Pacific Northwest, so I'll take it. 
However, after this latest cold snap when the thermometer was reading double digits below zero, it's funny how being back up to freezing feels almost spring-like, minus the cheery greens and pastel flowers anyway. It's times like this, when the whole world seems a little cold and gray that I reach for bright colors to keep me feeling positive. I can bring a little sunshine to the world with my wardrobe even when the actual sun is keeping her distance.
Much like the founder of this fashion, Mr. Van Gogh, I tried several combos with these sunflowers until I landed on this one with the tan headband and green Margot flats to really highlight all of the colors in this print rather than focusing on yellow.
I scored this beautiful Sunflower Tea Rose dress second hand before the holidays from a very sweet seller in one of the Etsy groups. She shipped immediately and it arrived in perfect condition, plus she assured me that this dress unlike some others, had perfect flower placement, which I hadn't thought about but really appreciated it once it was brought to my attention. I've mentioned the crummy sellers enough times, I thought I should balance things out by giving a nod to the good ones too. Anyway, this dress didn't really strike a chord with me in-store, and I don't know if it's the time of year and I need a little extra sunshine or if I'm suddenly seeing this dress in a new light.
I wasn't sure I would like the Tea Rose with no ruffle, but as it turns out, I love it. I love the print, how light this dress is and the way the sun lights up the flowers, and of course, I love the pockets.
I'm glad I took a risk on this print and I'm glad that someone else out there was willing to part with it for a little less than retail to save me some money at this time of year, because I really do love this dress and I feel a little more cheerful each time I look at it.
While winter drags on here until sometime in late April or early May, at least I can enjoy these flowers and feel a little warmer on the inside.
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