It's becoming a problem, really.
People have started to comment, and I'm finding it difficult to explain.
It's getting to the point now where I don't even bother with the sections of the store that deal in reasonable sizes. Nope. Instead, my awkward pigeon-kneed self waddles on over to the land of the large (& x-tra large) to dig through piles of dowdy apparel sufficiently saggy enough to suit my strange sartorial preference.






What ignited this incessant desire, I do not know. I'm guessing it has something to do with the pre-fall collections in which figure-flattery and fit were cast aside in favor of god-awfully long and boxy silhouettes.






That, or the recent sale at Gap that left me choosing between sweaters of the oversized variety.
Either way, my propensity for purchasing baggy items has reached a peak.
And seeing my love reflected in recent designers' collections makes me wonder - when is frumpy chic, and when is it just....frumpy?




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sweater: Gap (similar & here), skirt: Forever 21?? (similar), shoes: Author (similar & here & here), watch: grandma's, necklace: Target, rings: Karen London, Brandy Melville |
Why can models rock the runway in knee-length blazers and drop-crotch trousers, while everyday people suffer second-glances for the same decisions?
Is it something about the clothes? Structure, tailoring, fabric?
Or it is it only the context that makes a difference?
(i.e. Why do I look like a bum?)
Do tell.
Cheers.
your strange sartorial preferences are what make you awesome!!!! :)
ReplyDeletebrooke @ what2wear
The outfit and the pictures here are particularly nice.
ReplyDeleteA possible answer to your question is this other one: wouldn't the same people who second-glance you also find most runway shows rather bizarre? (the answer being yes)It's not a matter of context, really. Taste is what makes a difference, and as far as I´m concerned, you look lovely.
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Hey,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the really amazing comment on my blog!
I definitely enjoy your style and I get what you mean by an obsession with oversized clothes. I have the same infatuation with denim shirts, the baggier ... the better haha
http://primpedandprimed.blogspot.com.au/
I'm a huge fan of oversized clothes as well unfortunately I'm usually an XL anyway and they don't make them much bigger than that hahahha love the color of that sweater
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I love this! I've always been a fan of bum attire aka the hobo look. I'm loving the vibe of these photos, and that yellow is so pretty. Must make a pit stop at Gap tomorrow to restock my sweater collection.
ReplyDeletexx Jenee C.
{camo meets couture}
I love yellow but I'm never quite sure if I can pull it off. Perhaps I'll try a sweater like yours x
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I totally get your problem, all my sweaters are oversized :D for me it's all about the comfort, I don't like shirts, sweaters and cardigans that are tight, I feel like they're straining me.
ReplyDeletebtw I love your whole look and the pictures are just lovely!