Inspired by Living Outside the Stacks: Style Icons & Link Up On the Edge #149
This is a kind of a double “inspired by” post…inspired by Daenel’s look that was inspired by Nicole Richie for last month’s Fab 40’s theme of Style Icons. My style icon for that post was Gwen Stefani as you may probably already be aware…since I ended up sharing two Gwen-inspired outfits. But when I saw Daenel’s super chic boho outfit, I knew immediately that I wanted to create something similar.
If you don’t already know Daenel, let me introduce her. She is the creative and super stylish librarian behind the blog Living Outside the Stacks. In Daenel’s own words, she has “the research skills of a librarian, the preservation skills of an archivist, the organizational skills of a mother and the domestic skills of a Stepford wife.” Daenel is the mother of five and the proud grandmother of four. She is smart, a little bit sassy, and an incredibly beautiful soul. She shares tidbits of her life from fashion and food to shopping and cooking to books and art. A little bit of something for everyone from her very well rounded life. If you haven’t yet read her blog, definitely go check her out! She is fascinating and inspiring and I am blessed to have met her along my blogging journey!
So this amazing outfit of Daenel’s…this is so truly her personality. Relaxed and easy, chic and sassy, worldly with a big ole healthy side of eutierria. Daenel wears these earthy tones in brown and cream so very well, resembling a woodland pixie of the most ethereal proportions. And I felt compelled to copy it. Because it is awesomeness. And when I see awesomeness, I want to be awesomeness. Then I received this gorgeous ivory lace kimono from Country Outfitter and it sat in my closet mysteriously whispering “Daenel” through the air vents. (Hahaha, that sounds really creepy, doesn’t it?) But creepy or not, I heard the message and this outfit quickly came to life.
My tunic in brown and earthy floral also reminds me of something Daenel would have hanging in her closet. I paired it with my dark wash flared jeans and stacked heel booties in tan because it is still too cold here for open toes! By the way, I just scored these cute booties at Kohl’s for $6.99.
And my dear friend, Linda Gibbs, just made me two more slouchy hats in white and ivory. The ivory was perfect with this outfit for keeping with the boho vibe. I don’t think I could pull off that gorgeous head wrap that Daenel is wearing, so I will stick with my fave slouchy hats! (By the way, Linda and I are considering a small giveaway where you could win a slouchy hat in the color of your choice. Let me know if any of you would be interested in that type of giveaway.)
I have to give a big shout out here to my friend Carlos who stepped in while my husband is away and took these photos for me. I am never comfortable with a new photographer, but Carlos was so much fun. He had me doubled over in laughter the entire time. Plus he kept making me jump off the steps like a crazy person. But sometimes you just gotta be a little crazy! So thank you, Carlos, for taking the time to help me out, for pushing me out of my comfort zone, and making me laugh until I nearly peed my pants.
So I love my new lacy kimono with this outfit, but I want to show you the tan lace duster vest with it, too. I am not sure which I like better or if I like them equally. Do let me know your thoughts.
I found this Lularoe duster vest at the Salvation Army for $5.99. I couldn’t resist the bargain which is typical of me. And then the thing has been hanging in my closet unworn for I don’t even know how long. The shade of tan is not the best color for my skin tone and I could never really quite make it work. But I think there are enough bold colors in the floral to offset the tan and not completely wash me out. Maybe. What do you think?
In any event, I felt at one with nature and kind of like the daughter of Mother Earth wearing this outfit with either lace piece. Now I just want to run off to a quiet retreat in the woods! I don’t know if it is the outfit making me feel that way or the fact that I have been single parenting for the last two weeks and I just need a quiet retreat anywhere and the woods is as a good a place as any.
If you love kimonos and lacy things as much as I do, don’t forget to enter the $500 Country Outfitter giveaway! They have a huge selection of beautiful kimonos and other boho inspired pieces to choose from in addition to all the magnificent cowboy boots! Entries will be accepted until July 7, 2019. It only takes a minute and an email to enter.
I can’t sign off without sharing this little guy we encountered during our photo shoot. I almost squished the poor thing with my hand when I leaned against the stone wall. He (I don’t know if slugs have actual genders or not) reminds me of my favorite characters from Epic. Have you seen that movie? It is one of my favorites!
Edit: I am such a mess this week that I totally forgot today’s post was supposed to be Your Own Twist with Monica! Monica’s post is live with the link up, so do go check it out! I will post mine tomorrow. So today, I am adding my weekly Link Up On the Edge here. So won’t you join both parties! And stop back tomorrow to see the details of my Barbecue look. I apologize for the hot mess that I am this week! I have to just have to laugh it off and move on!
And here are your featured favorites from last week.
Jessy of Current Bliss shared her post, Spring + Summer Shoe Round Up. So many cute shoes and so many cute outfits! So if you are looking for inspiration, do go see what Jessy is wearing!
Nancy of Nancy’s Fashion Style shared her post, Two New Retro Blouses. I always adore Nancy’s style. She’s a little bit sassy, edgy, classy, and cool. And always true to herself!
Keeping it on the edge,
Shelbee
Linking up with these Fabulous Link Parties.
32 Comments
Tamar Strauss-Benjamin
Super great boho vibe outfit!!
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Thanks so much, Tamar! I do love going a little boho every now and then!
xoxo
Shelbee
jodie filogomo
I have been loving hats so much. But I think we ought to have Daenel teach us to wrap the scarf like she did. I want to recreate that for sure.
XOXO
Jodie
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Oh yes, we definitely need a how to post from Daenel on that!
xoxo
Shelbee
Daenel T
Y’all are too cute! My younger sister wears head wraps, so I had her show me. I think I will do a video though. A fun idea!
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Oh yay! I can’t wait to see it!
Gail
Such a cool look and you rock it my friend! Thanks for joining #WowOnWednesday.
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Thanks so much, Gail!
xoxo
Shelbee
Amy Ann Arnold
Such a cute look! I am loving your boho vibe.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
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Thanks so much, Amy Ann!
xoxo
Shelbee
michelle
I LOVE your colorful tunic! So perfect for spring weather
michellespaige.com
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Thanks so much, Michelle! I have been trying to add more color to my outfits lately. It has been so rainy and dreary!
xoxo
Shelbee
Nani Lani
Hi Shelbee,
You have really a good sense of collaborating fashion, nature, style, and interiors. You have such a cool look on this outfit. Your necklace looks perfect too. It’s a spring vibe…Happy styling.
Thanks
Nani
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Nani, thank you so very much for your kind words! I do love putting outfits together and finding the perfect backgrounds for them out in nature. I hope you have the most wonderful day!
xoxo
Shelbee
Daenel T.
You rocked the boho look! I always think of you as edgy/rocker — I love that you can pull off either style and look so danged comfortable and chic in both. That slouchy had is adorbs. I’ve been on the hunt for a slouchy hat for a long time, the ones I’ve purchased don’t have the right amount of slouch. I’ve started to think my head is awkwardly shaped. LOL So, yes, a giveaway would be fun!!
Last, but not least, thank you so much for the kind words. I will be blushing/smiling all weekend.
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Aw, Daenel, thank you so much! I do love to change things up with my clothes quite frequently. I look at each day as a new opportunity to be whatever I want and dress the part! I am glad that you like the idea of a giveaway! I am thinking the giveaway will be a slouchy hat from Linda and a pair of leather earrings from my friend Leti (I am wearing a pair in my newest post). I hope you have the most wonderful weekend. Thanks for inspiring me!
xoxo
Shelbee
Angela
Looking very spring ready and lovely! Those look like perfect steps for a photo shoot!
Angela
http://www.lenorth.com
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Thanks so much, Angela! There are so many beautiful photo spots in the park near my house.
xoxo
Shelbee
Kathrine Eldridge
Love your take on this glam look! I adore the layering. Thanks for the link up!
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
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Thanks so much, Kathrine! I felt super cool and relaxed the day I wore this outfit. I definitely was feeling all the boho vibes.
xoxo
Shelbee
mireille
I love your creativeness with your outfits! I really like the different textures you are wearing and that little hat looks so cute on you!
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Thank you so much, Mireille! It is one of my favorite things in the world…creating fun outfits. It brings me joy every day no matter how silly that may seem! Have a wonderful weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Liberty
Those moss covered stairs are gorgeous! Where do they lead? I lost my engagement ring last week— and found it— I shared a post alllll about it. Whew!
Liberty @ B4andAfters.com
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Thanks so much, Liberty! The park by my house has steps like these all through it. They just lead to more paths and trails in the park! I am so glad that you were able to find your lost engagement ring.
xoxo
Shelbee
Lauren Renee Sparks
I absolutely love how much fun you have with fashion. laurensparks.net
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Aw, thanks so much, Lauren! I really do have fun! Have a great weekend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Patrick Weseman
Looking nice and I hope that you have a wonderful week.
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Thanks so much, Patrick! I hope your weekend is going well.
xoxo
Shelbee
Darlene A Messinger
Shelbee, I love your description of Nancy. Too true! And it was nice “meeting” Daenal–thanks! Boho is a really good look on you! The crochet hat really made the outfit fun. I like both the kimono and the vest–they both work!
xx Darlene
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Darlene, thanks so much! I feel so comfortable when I am in boho mode! And Daenel really does boho so perfectly.
xoxo
Shelbee
Katie
I love all of the amazing colors in this kimono! Such a fun look with all of the boho vibes!
-Katie
http://www.hellokatiegirlblog.com/
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Thanks so much, Katie! I have been trying to inject more bright colors into my wardrobe! You inspire me everyday with your colorful looks!
xoxo
Shelbee