WIW: Out of practice!

Wow, I feel super out of practice after being away for so long.

I don't know why I felt like posting a WIW today, but I do! I have spent the last six months or so in a style slump (exacerbated by external stress, family issues, etc.) but lately have had glimmerings of interest. I have been out in the field for most of May so not much to speak of sartorially unless you want to see shirts, cargoes/jeans and workboots!

I turned 38 on Monday, and bought myself this shirt and a pair of Frye monk-strap oxfords that I can't wait to debut. I also duplicated my fave engineers in grey with a slightly longer shaft length.

This outfit is my current preferred silhouette. Drapey loose top over skinnies and boots. I haven't been half-tucking much at all for some reason! That seems to be enough for my freezing office but still ok for hot outside (although it's been all over the place weather-wise this spring!).

Tencel top, skinnies: Gap
Boots: Frye Engineer 8R

Thanks for reading!

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31 Comments

  • Sara L. replied 8 years ago

    Good to see you again!  I can't wait to see your new oxfords.  I work for an engineering company that was bought out last year by a company that does both engineering and environmental work.  We have several archeologists in our office now and I have to say that you dress much better than any of my coworkers. 

  • Elizabeth P replied 8 years ago

    Great to see you again Ceit, sorry you've been in a slump, hopefully the issues creating that are behind you.  New footwear looks great, can't wait to see it in action!  And drapy over skinny sure works for me.  You do it well.

  • abc replied 8 years ago

    Good to see you!  Nothing like a little footwear pick me up :)  Happy belated bday.

  • Suz replied 8 years ago

    Great to see you and your inimitable style again! I love the boots and monk strap shoes. And I still love your white specs.

    Hope to see more WIWs from you in the next few months! I have not been posting very many lately, either. Maybe you will inspire me. 

    And happy belated birthday! 

  • kkards replied 8 years ago

    happy birthday! shoes are my preferred bday present to myself, and the pair you gifted yourself look great.
    love the field picture, you look so happy and relaxed.

  • Angie replied 8 years ago

    NOT out of practice. You look great. FAB to see you post again. I missed you, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY. Glad to hear that things are a lot better at home. Much love to you. 

  • texstyle replied 8 years ago

    Great to see you post a pic!  I love a simple outfit like this, so it's perfect to me. Also happy to hear you're moving past some of life's challenges. I feel like it's been a rough start to the year for a lot of people.

  • rachylou replied 8 years ago

    Right. No one say Indy Jones didn't have style ;) I have missed your Firefly style :D

  • donnat replied 8 years ago

    Yes, have missed your posts! Glad to see you back. I love the shoes.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 8 years ago

    Ceit - how fab to see you post again :) And you are looking wonderful.

  • replied 8 years ago

    Happy Birthday! Great to see you again Ceit. Still looking good!

  • Astrid replied 8 years ago

    Happy belated birthday! Good to see you post, you look great. :)

  • catgirl replied 8 years ago

    Love seeing you back and I totally want to see outfits in the field!

  • shedev replied 8 years ago

    Great to see you post.I hope your stresses are in the rear view. Love the new shoes.

  • Dee replied 8 years ago

    Nice to see you again. This silhouette works so well on you! I hope you had some good luck in the field too.

  • Elly replied 8 years ago

    I've missed you Ceit, those are awesome Monk straps and you certainly look better in the field than many of my co-workers (oh the hideousness!).

  • deb replied 8 years ago

    Hi, you and happy birthday. Glad to hear things are settling down. You look great!

  • Jaime replied 8 years ago

    Great to see you and happy birthday! Your outfit looks fab but nothing beats the field shot. 

  • Aubergine replied 8 years ago

    Good seeing you! I love the field shot -- it's way better scenery than most of us get to have in the background at work.

    And happy birthday!

  • merwoman replied 8 years ago

    So nice to see you dear Kate - and have the opportunity to wish you a happy (belated) birthday. Looking oh so fabulous!! Hugs! Sue

  • MuseumGal replied 8 years ago

    Looking good Ceit!  Happy Birthday!
    Please please tell me about those monkstraps as I have been eyeing them for months now - do they have a comparable sole to the boots, or is it a flimsy, fashionable type sole?

  • replied 8 years ago

    Aww thanks everyone for the lovely comments.

    MuseumGirl -- they have a lug sole that seems pretty sturdy. They feel solid, not flimsy. There are others in the James line with smooth leather soles but these ones have a full rubber sole. I don't know how it will hold up yet but I am optimistic.

  • Karie replied 8 years ago

    I've missed your posts, girlfriend! And Happy Birthday! You look fantastic as always.

  • tulle replied 8 years ago

    Happy Birthday, Ceit!  June 1st is my mother's birthday, too; I'll bet you're as brainy and opinionated as she is.  Thirty-eight is a good age, and your work (archeology?) looks interesting, so enjoy it all!  Your clothes look perfect for you.

  • Caro in Oz replied 8 years ago

    Y(still)LF. Great to see you again Ceit - Many Happy Returns!!! 

  • Aquamarine replied 8 years ago

    Good to see you again! As an early-morning user, your posts were one of the first I'd see every morning. I have been off the forum too but isn't it nice to check back in again, and like an old friend, pick up where you left off?

  • catherine replied 8 years ago

    Ceit, glad to see you and your most excellent style here.  You make work clothes look like high fashion.

  • approprio replied 8 years ago

    Nice to see you posting, and many happy returns!

    I love those engineer boots. I've tried them but they look silly on my skinny calves, so I'm always a bit jealous of others who can rock them. Your outdoor shot is great, made me think you might like a pair of Rosa Rigger boots by Doc Martens. Coolest safety footwear for ladies I've ever seen.  

  • CocoLion replied 8 years ago

    Great to see you post.  I love your uniform, the boots are your signature.

  • Ruth M replied 8 years ago

    Belated Happy Birthday!

    I love your monkstraps and your engineer boots.

     

  • Lyn D. replied 8 years ago

    Ditto what Ruth said!
    Nice to see you again :)

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