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Monday, June 21, 2010

Apron String Theory


I've acquired quite a collection of vintage aprons, and it seems such a pity to see them waste away  in some drawer, so I've decided to start wearing them as summer  tops. Some may be a bit risque as halters, but hey, life was born to be interesting. I'm really digging the apron smock top. I've collected a handful. You might recall this one, worn a few days ago.

"but hey, life was born to be interesting."

This one is my newest acquisition. I got it from Violet Folklore at the Bespoked/Be Quiet Vintage Fashion Bazaar. Also worn is my new flower-button ring, another great buy from the Bespoked/ Be Quiet shoo-doo, from Chandra of Juniper Goods. Cute, eh?


I keep forgetting to show the backs of these smock tops. Kinda cute. They are open-backed with a single button at the neck, but the apron tie keeps me modest. You don't see anything more than a sliver of spine. And I'm quite pleased that my "muffin top" is hidden, even as I show scraps of skin. And I can not wait to show you the "plaid tuxedo" apron. Oh my.

Now Wearing:

13 comments:

Anonymous said...

Nice skirt;)

T said...

oh what a fun thing to collect!

luciana said...

Beautiful, I love :)

Isquisofrenia said...

oh wow so unique, i love the colors on this one,and love the socks too.
yeah iwas wondering about the back too!
you have to show us the top next!

Violet Folklore said...

It's perfect on you! I loved that sweet little miss very much and am so glad she's found her home!

Anonymous said...

Love the pattern of this apron, super lovely!

anne said...

adorable!
this gives me some inspiration for mine :D i too have quite an apron collection.
can't wait to see more!

stylenuggets said...

Nice apron and you carry it off well. Love the ring too.

The Photodiarist said...

Oh my goodness - how adorable and creative!

BTW, thank you for that special comment you left on my blog yesterday to "The Braid."

Searching for Rosebud said...

Love this post! I have a similar apron that belonged to my Great-Grandmother that I wear all the time.

Hannah said...

Oh my goodness! What a clever idea!
There are such pretty aprons out in the world, and I always wish I could wear them more often.
Yours is no exception.

Lisa said...

That apron is so adorable, you are going to start an apron revolution!

the Citizen Rosebud said...

; )