This week's fashion post is a little different. Several of you readers have expressed interest in the past about what I actually wear for everyday, with its demands of comfort for working and range of motion.
While I do wear my house dresses for everyday (this one is still a favorite, and this one and this one were in constant rotation when they still fit me), I often resort to skirts and blouses for everyday and save the more elaborate vintage outfits for Sundays and dressier occasions. I have a few favorite comfortable me-made cotton blouses that I wear, but especially for chilly weather, I prefer to layer thrifted knit pieces. 3/4 sleeves sweaters are a favorite.
Here's an example of a real life everyday outfit that is perfectly comfortable and practical. I didn't make a single thing I'm wearing and all of it is modern - but it still works well with my vintage aesthetic.
The sweater is sailor style and a classic shape that works well for 1940s, which is the overall look of the outfit.
The just-past-the-knee pleated plaid skirt is another classic. Of course it's a poly knit so it's not costume accurate, but it fits well with my general style and can take a lot of wear and tear. For everyday I don't usually try to look picture-perfect from any particular decade, but I might have a general theme.
I picked up the nautical theme by accenting with blue and red vintage button jewelry from Timeless Trinkets. Scarves also work well with a sweater and sleeveless top like this and add a bit more warmth if needed.
I rarely wear shoes in the house, but if I do, my Remix 1940s repro wedges are perfect for everyday wear, being comfortable and yet display that fabulous vintage detail that makes my heart happy.
In this outfit I am perfectly comfortable to do my normal daily routine, plus it's easy to nurse in and I don't have to worry about especially being careful with it. Yet at the same time, it's nice enough to wear out of the house if necessary, and remains true to my style.
After all, one reason I love vintage fashion is because it's practical and feminine and versatile all at the same time. Busy moms can dress nicely in real life now as well as then. :-)