My younger daughter had a masquerade banquet to celebrate the end of her Drama Club year. I went, ready to sit and chat with some of the others "drama parents" and to enjoy the silliness that involved a bunch of talented and precocious drama kids as well as, music, nice clothing, masks and some Italian food.
I was in a black and white mood...
I wanted to wear some white gloves with this ensemble but baby daughter said: "Mami that is to much"!
Which I interpreted as "o.k. don't embarrass me now".
I'm wearing my old Target shirt and Bandolino skirt (about 7 years old).
Some of my 80's and 90's faux and real pearls necklaces and bracelets; all of them were presents from co workers or supervisors.
I've always been lucky at work when it comes to making friends and establishing connections at a human level not just a work level.
Well, except for that one place that I do not want to mention because I might need to use some "choice" words to describe the people and the environment there.
By the way this was the first photo but I almost broke the vase so I had to move it!
Sagharbor booties with newly thrifted black stockings.
A necklace worn as a bracelet.
I remember buying this necklace in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
It was around the Like a Virgin Madonnamania!
Rings from my years in New York.
I love this clutch (it can also be use as a purse)!
It was a thrift finds around 3 years ago.
I saw it at the bottom of a box of half priced items.
It remains me of Picasso's Les Demoiselles de Avignon.
A much closer look at my Cubist-inspired clutch.
There is no name tag inside and it appears that it was not well taking care of when I got it.
I cleaned it up and it's been loved ever since.
At the venues' entrance.
You should know by now that I love trees and I drive my girls crazy with the "please take a picture of me by the tree".
My girl won a star because of one of her funny and witty remarks describing her mentor and director during a cast pre show ritual.
She is wearing some of my bracelets and necklaces.
Sorry no photos of me acting foolish, maybe next year!
47 comments:
Isn't it great when you can find a thrifted item and LOVE it. I think some items need to be loved.
Your daughter is gorgeous. THAT hair! Wow! Beautiful!
I'm not used to seeing you in monochrome but you look as beautiful in black and white as you do in colour.
That bag is very Picasso-inspired, I love it.
I'm not surprised you make friends easily, how could anyone resist your radiant smile? Besos. xxx
PS Your daughter is gorgeous.
really love the black and white skirt!
Great post,i love your skirt( i thought it was a dress),and your pearls :)
Birdie, I agree with you that finding something that you really love at a cheap price, is great.
And thanks about my younger girl, she does has the best mixture of hair. Its curly and she can also flat iron it and its looks great either way!
Vix, I usually wear color but for some reason ( I think it was the only thing iron) I was in a black and white mood.
I do make friends easily but I also have a strong temper when people disrespect me, my family or my work.
Viviane, I didn't know that Bandolino made clothes until I got this skirt. I always thought they only did shoes.
Clairejustine, 2 other attendees at the banquet also asked me where I got my dress?
Yep, the skirt rocks. I love the idea of that star. We all need to be given stars sometimes.
Judy, you are right; we all need stars at one time or another. Kids always have the best ideas and the best times because they go for the simplest and easier things.
very cute and elegant at same time.I'm fall in love with your clutch: original and beautiful.
great outfit!.Hugs, Yoana
The butterfly mask is super.
Ofelia, you look fantastico! The lines on the skirt, the exquisite cubist clutch and the strands of pearls work so well together! You look lovely beyond comparison.
Yoana, the clutch is a thing of beauty! Thanks on the mask compliment; we went tru many masks before deciding on this one.
Bella, thanks for your lovely words! You do have a an amazing words rhythm!
Love the clean black and white look and that clutch is just fabulous!
Lady, you are always so chic!
I love the skirt you are wearing and the clutch is truly a find! I have begun to acquire pearls, but I don't have nearly as many as you do.
Your daughter's butterfly mask is wonderful!
Super outfit again! I love how you've kept all these things down the years and the stories about where things come from! Looks like another fun occasion - congratulate your daughter on her gold star!
Hi my dear, you look stunning in monochrome! Your clutch is just fab, very Cubist and very chic!
xxx
Great clutch and love your pearl bracelets!
x
Michelle
www.michellesstylefile.blogspot.com
Ofelia, YOU add "drama" to the moment!! You made the tested and tried black and white combination new. The multiple strands of pearls against the backdrop of the embroidered white band of the skirt looks stunning. I am not surprised that you receive gifts from your co-workers as the openness of your spirit is reflected in your photos.
You are so wonderful my dear Ofelia.
Qué gracia me hizo:"Mami that is to much"!
Which I interpreted as "o.k. don't embarrass me now".Hehehehheheh.
me he enamorado de tus botines y de ese maravilloso clutch, ahhhhhhhhhhh.
Eres la reina.
Mil besos, corazón.
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Love the outfit ;-) and your daughter looks beautiful x Following you from clairejustineoxox blog hop Friday x
I love your black and white outfit, it reminds me of some kind of interpretation of a modern day Audrey Hepburn (always pretty in black and white)... I don't know if that makes sense, but it's how I interprete it :)
Congrats for your daughter!!
I love your vintage jewelery btw, gorgeous purse (I thought: that print reminds me of something and yes: picasso, totally makes sense)!!
Ow and I love how you love to pose by trees, I love nature!! Some form of life always seems to lift a picture to another level!
You have such an interesting, bubbly life! Loved reading this!
xxx
Angie
Gracey, when I wear black I always like to mix it with white.
Shulamit, thanks my dear and I'm going to buy some of your reading list books to read this Summer.
Terri, the pearls (faux and real) that I have are all gifts and quite old!
We looked and tried on many other masks before she decided to get the butterfly one!
Mrs. Exeter, I do keep lots of my accessories and I have a connection with my clothes and accessories. I think that is whey I can remember when, where and why I purchased them.
Thanks about my girl star!
Elizabeth, thanks my dear! The clutch was a great thrift find.
You always find fabulous bags, purses and dresses on your as well on your visits to the charity shops.
Michele, thanks so much!
"Mami that is too much"! -- made me laugh!
Ambu, I love Channel but can't afford it so when I wear black I like pairing it with white and the pearl accessories are also my take on the Channel look.
Your beautiful words lift my spirit.
Sacramento, si como madres sabemos leer las palabras de nuestros hijos.
Mil besos y abrazos!!!
Dianne, thank you for my girl compliment and thanks so much for reading and commenting on my blog!
Angie, Audrey is one of my daughter's style icons, so thanks!
I do notice that you also like to take photos outside and in nature!
I love trees, flowers and just greenery in general however I don't really like to spend a whole lot of time out camping or sleeping out in nature!
Wendy, kids say the darndest things don't they?
Hi my dear-I love your monochrome outfit-the clutch is totally amazing, a real stunning find!! Well done to your daughter too, a lovely acheivement for her! have a great weekend xx
you are great in black! I love all your happy Florida colors mostly. Did you know that I always had a closet full of black clothes while living in Manhattan. My bow to color was to wear a bit of grey. SInce I am here in Florida and reading your blog, you have given me the courage to color up. My husband (and I) are happily shocked. I wear orange and pink & all colors of the bright spectrum. Thanks to you. I love the pearls & might just check out the Salvation army up here. I usually go to World Thrift on Dixie, but they never have much jewelry. And that bag - it is OUTRAGEOUS. You daughter is a beauty. I love your blog, however I am feeling, you aways light up the scene.
Love that butterfly mask and all that beautiful wavy hair! It's so feminine!
Paula, this is one of the best compliments ever; to get you inspire to wear color. When I lived in New York I did wear black, blue and grey but I still manage to wear color often during or wear lots of colorful jewelry.
For The Salvation Army stores are the best when it comes to finding an unique item. I use to like Goodwill but their prices had gone up a bit much for my small budget.
Please email me next time that you are visiting South Florida so we can plan a thrifting, eating and drinking day!
Jude, thanks so much. It took some time to decide that this was the best mask for the dress and the hair is naturally wavy!
Oh yes, I will let you know when I am planning drive down again It will be sooner rather than later. I would love a day of fun.
I stopped into a goodwill store in WPB and was so disapointed. Expensive for a thrift store, above my shopping budget and absolutely nothing nice. Lots of dishes and the like, but not clothing or bags or jewelery.
You and your daughter are both stunning. Wow. :) I love your outfit, such great pieces. Very inspiring, my friend. Hugs to you!
Paula, as soon as you know please let me know. Goodwill is a little out of my budget as well and sometimes the personal are not very friendly either.
Again, your bag is a piece of artwork!!!! To die for...
Another proud child moment..aren't they wonderful?
Anika, thanks my dear! You know that I always admire your dresses creations and how you style them!
Paula, yes both girls make me very proud and sometimes drive insane like all children should do to their parents!
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