In The Thick Of It
Fat femme. Fat fashion bargain hunting. Living in Chicago.
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Casual Collar and V-Neck Sweater
After lots of holiday parties and dressing up, I just wanted to wear something casual for a trip out to the suburbs this weekend. But of course it’s me, and I have to add something fancy to the whole look - I added a layered crystal necklace underneath my black button-up collar shirt. And you’ve seen these oxford shoes recently, but they are so fantastic - I’m completely obsessed with them.
And the trip to the suburbs was great…there was a short stop at IKEA and i got some of my art framed and we bought lots of japanese candy at a huge asian market. A really sweet Saturday overall.
Clothing Details
Black Collar Button up Shirt - Thrifted
V-Neck Sweater - Calvin Klein L (Thrifted)
Denim Jeggings - Target, Sz 16
Argyle Socks - H&M
Oxford Shoes - thrifted (from toronto!)
Crystal Necklace - Forever 21
Glasses - SEE
I’m 5’9” and approx 215#
Stripes on Stripes and Oxfords and Toronto
As you may recall, I visited toronto earlier this spring and had a wonderful time. I went back earlier this fall for a quick weekend trip for S’s birthday. This time we spent a lot more time exploring the neighborhoods.
We ended up finding some great thrifting in the St. Clair West area of town. At one shop, they were having a 50% off everything sale, and I found these amazing vintage UK leather oxfords. They needed a little repair, but I brought them home to my cobbler and got them fixed up - total cost with repairs was $25! Then in the next shop, I stumbled across this amazing striped wool coat for only $15. I scooped it up and got it cleaned and repaired when I came home.
The highlight of the toronto trip was seeing Molly Nilsson at a tiny little venue on S’s birthday. Her music is comforting to me - her voice is so deep and pure. Seeing her there and talking to her before the show was just a dream (that’s her album in the first photo)
Molly Nilsson - Hey Moon
Molly Nilsson - I Hope You Die
Clothing Details
Black/White Striped Dress - Old Navy - Sz XL (currently available on their site)
Oxblood Sweater Tights - Nordstrom
Oxblood Belt - H&M
Black/White striped coat - thrifted, vintage
Oxford Shoes - Thrifted
Star cut-out gloves - H&M
Clutch - vintage
Quill earrings - etsy
Necklace - etsy
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Coffee at Wormhole and a Vintage Floral Skirt
Saturday morning and a trip to wicker park meant a stop into the lovely coffeeshop Wormhole. Their honey bear latte makes me the happiest. After coffee, it was record shopping at reckless. I got the newest John maus record and haven’t stopped listening to it all weekend.
This vintage skirt is something I’ve had in my closet for several months and I just haven’t had the opportunity to wear it. You may notice I’m wearing the sheer shirt I had in my photos from last week - I love getting lots of looks from a new piece!
Oh and look - I got my hair cut! I needed a little change and decided to even things out a bit so i can grow it out this winter.
What I’m Wearing:
Sheer White shirt - Forever 21 - XL
Vintage floral skirt - no size listed
Tights - Target - XL
Shoes - Chinese Laundry from Akira Chicago
Earrings - etsy
Crystal necklace - etsy
Rings - Stone and Honey
Purse - Valhalla Brooklyn
Glasses - SEE
I’m 5’9” approx 220# queer fat femme!
Fly AWAY! The pink bird dress
I must admit that because I live in a place that is NOT HOT most of the year, that I tend to buy clothing that can work well layered for the colder months. Basically, I don’t buy a lot of “summer” clothes. I favor dresses with sleeves to spaghetti strap maxis. I haven’t purchased a lot of new items this summer but when I saw this sweet dress at forever 21, I just had to have it. It’s even a touch SWEET for my usual style (though I think it will look AMAZING paired with tights and tough boots this fall). I really dig it for these hot summer days. It’s great with my platform suede shoes and a vintage bag.
Bird Dress - Forever 21+ - 1XL (current!) (look at the cute faux leather details!)
Pink Suede Platforms - Chinese Laundry
Black circle Bag - vintage
Citrine crystal necklace - etsy
Earrings - Forever 21
I’m 5’9” approx 225# queer fat femme!
Tigers Eye (A casual outfit for a holiday)
I was just gifted this amazing tiger-print scarf. I have a million ideas for it, but I wanted to throw it in with something casual for today for my day off. I’m headed to brunch with my pal Johnny.
Jacket - Thrifted, sz 14
Shirt - GAP, sz 18
Jeans - H&M+, sz 20
Scarf - gift (thrifted)
Shoes - vintage boots from Room Service in Austin TX
Gold Earrings - Target
