Inspired by Style Crone: My Hat Obsession & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #50

Are you familiar with the fabulous and ever so stunning Judith of Style Crone? She is the gorgeous 70-something fashionista who dedicates her blog “to the older woman, in her most creative, outrageous, authentic, powerful, adventurous, funny, and proud era.” I have been following Judith for over 2 years and all I can say is this: Thirty years from now, I hope I am half as fabulous as she is! Not only am inspired by her impeccable style, but its her adoration of vintage hats and her amazing collection of headwear that has inspired this particular outfit post.

*This is not a sponsored post. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.

*Coat: Very Old from Banana Republic.  Similar here and here.

You probably already know that I am recently very hat-obsessed particularly with cloche hats. When I spotted this red cloche hat in Kohl’s a few weeks ago, I have to admit that I drooled a little…like actual real dribble fell from my lips. Kind of gross…but this is the true power of a magnificent hat! It makes me lose all self control! And at 40% off the ticket price plus $5 in Kohl’s rewards, I brought this beauty home with me for right around $20. And I am so happy I did!

*Gloves: Similar here and here.

What better way to pair a vibrant red hat than with some black and white, some floral and plaid, topped with a herringbone coat? I snagged this little black choker style dress from the Target clearance rack a few weeks ago as well and it has quickly become my favorite LBD with its deep vee back and giant bell sleeves.  The herringbone coat I have had for well over a decade and it is on constant rotation in my wardrobe. The gloves have also been around for quite a few years and I only just rediscovered them in the bottom of my glove drawer.  (Yes, I have an entire drawer filled with gloves. Sad, but true.)

*Hat: Women’s Apt. 9® Wool Felt Floral Cloche Hat.

*Dress: Women’s Long Sleeve Woven Dress – Mossimo Supply Co.™.

Have you been inspired by someone else’s style lately? Or their words? Or their mission?  If so, I would love to hear about it in the comments.

*Boots: Similar here, here, and here.

If you don’t already follow Judith, you must check out her marvelous sense of fashion on Instagram at Style Crone. And if you are as fascinated by the power of headwear as I am, do visit Judith’s monthly Hat Attack Link Up for much more inspiration!

*Scarf: Similar here and here.

Whew! What a weekend! I am exhausted and will fill you in all of the wonderful details later this week when I have a moment to relax, process, gather my thoughts, and share with you in a clear and concise manner. But in the meantime, I have to get this link up out there for you all!

And now your favorite posts from last week.

Sarah of Foxy’s Domestic Side shared her post Black And White With a Little Leopard. I am loving the leopard clutch paired with this outfit!

Sarah of Foxy’s Domestic Side

And Debbie of Fashion Fairy Dust shared her post Plaid Dress & Moto Jacket: Twenty More Days… I think this is one of my all time favorite looks that I have ever seen on Debbie…and I pretty much love everything she wears, so that’s saying something.

Debbie of Fashion Fairy Dust


Spreading some kindness and keeping it on the edge,

Shelbee

Linking up with these Fabulous Link Ups.

I am a midlife woman, wife, and stay-at-home mother of 2 boys and 2 cats. I have a passion for helping other women feel fabulous in the midst of this crazy, beautiful life.

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