March 21, 2011

magic of mohair

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I never used to like mohair fabric. In fact, I despised it. I have a vivid picture in my mind of one of my teachers from Elementary school wearing a mohair sweater to class and I wanted to rip it off of her and throw it into a shredder, blender, or toilet. Okay, I am being a drama queen. I didn't hate it that much...but I didn't like it by any means. Then a epiphany happened (as they do) and I started to grow a fondness of mohair. The Angora Goat who produces the hair that is turned into the silky textile called 'mohair' and I became friends. Seeing it come alive in runway shows and street style photographs, I thought I would give it a chance. Yes its itchy, hot, animal-like and not always practical...but I had fun wearing it!

Did you have a good weekend? I drank a lot of coffee, ate too much sushi, and caught up with girlfriends. Oh, and ate half a box of ice cream by myself while watching Glee season one. It just doesn't get any classier than that my friends. xo

Top - Vintage Giorgi Armani
Necklace - Thrifted
Dress - c/o Plum
Belt - Urban Outfitters
Booties - Forever 21

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30 comments:

  1. HattitudeMarch 21, 2011 at 8:41 AM

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    ha! i watched glee season one as well! but i am missing the second half to the season! double rats!

    i am on to watching nurse jackie. you a fan?

    talk soon wild child
    -Hattie

    Hattitude Artistic Style Blog

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  2. sydneyMarch 21, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    I've been so behind on reading blogs lately, so I just caught up on several pages of your posts, and can i just say, you have been killing it lately! i love that you're updating every day now because all of your outfits are perfect. and YOU are gorgeous. you inspire me so much! i could keep talking about how wonderful you are, but i'm starting to feel creepy. so just know that i think you are absolutely lovely in every way! <3

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  3. LeaMarch 21, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    It's so silly how our tastes change so much from when we're children--and I'm talking in food too. It's a beautiful sweater. It's not itchy at all?

    <3 Lea

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  4. maggeygraceMarch 21, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    So cute Kate!!!! You weren't kidding when you said you were obsessed with this dress. I love the sweater layered over it!:) GLEEEEEEEEEE! I'm a proud gleek:)

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  5. HeatherMarch 21, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Your weekends sounds like a dream! You look gorgeous miss Kate. I'm glad you made ammends with mohair to make this outfit possible! xo

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  6. UnknownMarch 21, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    I love the mohair on you! It looks good with florals :) Your weekend sounds lovely! I wish I were there eating the other half of the ice cream with you! <3

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  7. AmeliaMarch 21, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    cayuuute. i like the sweater layered over the dress and how you can see the tinniest little bit sticking out at the sleeves

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  8. Erin and CarolineMarch 21, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    I didn't even know that mohair was a real word. I only know it from the "Bennie and the Jets" song. And there are just a MILLION ways people sing that song so I just figured it was a made up weird...hahaha (Silly me for doubting the Elton John..)

    I'm glad you had a great weekend! Food, Friends, and catching up with shows will always equal to a fantastic weekend.

    Love the red flower dress and the mohair sweater does add some wonderful texture. and AGAIN I love the color of your lipstick!! =)

    -Erin (http://keepcalmandstyleon.blogspot.com)

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  9. Rachel, Cold KneesMarch 21, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Aww the dress is lovely and the mohair jumper is great. I know what you mean, I think I used to find them well, too hairy really but it does grow on you! x

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  10. The Wh0le StoryMarch 21, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    Love the peek of that adorable dress! Oh, and your weekend sounds exactly like mine, except switch Glee for "Hot In Cleveland" - I know, I wasn't expecting to get into it at all, but it was streamable on Netflix, sooooo...I went for it.

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  11. My Heart BloggedMarch 21, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    I think that it's looks great on you. I used to have an aversion to mohair as well. Mostly because it felt so itchy against my sensitive skin.
    My Heart Blogged

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  12. RhitbeeMarch 21, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    She's got electric boots, a mohair suit - you know I read it in a magaazaaiiine. oohhooohhh.

    Seriously though who wears a suit made entirely of mohair? Your sweater, though, that is a different story. I love it paired with this dress! I can't wear any kind wool because it makes me want to itch my skin off - I'm jealous of your wool-wearing abilities! Lookin' good Kate!

    love love love ya!

    xo Robyn

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  13. Marie March 21, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    Love that dress! Yea, someone else eats cartons of ice cream too quickly.
    Marie @ Lemondrop ViNtAge
    Otis and James accessory giveaway

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  14. out of orderMarch 21, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    this is so cute! fuzzy!!!

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  15. Caitlyn, Honey DeerMarch 21, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Ha soo fuzzy. I like Mohair specifically for the soft feel! Ha! You look darling!

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  16. TaniaMarch 21, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    you look stunning as per usual! I am loving your bright lips!! Great outfit, I always enjoy reading your description :)

    Tania xx

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  17. leigh annMarch 21, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    YUM! Ice cream + Glee + Sushi = way too much happiness! :) :)
    <3 leigh

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  18. KuleighMarch 21, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Haha I'm not even sure I've seen a mohair shirt. It looks fuzzy and soft yet itchy at the same time. Is that possible?! It looks really cute over that dress, though. Those boots are still my fave!

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  19. LauraMarch 21, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    super cute! is it itchy at all?? i love your skirt!

    -laura
    http://thesemanyyears.blogspot.com

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  20. Kallie, Happy Honey and LarkMarch 21, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    You look really sweet in this but I still retain my aversion to mohair its too warm for me. Your photos are always so pretty.

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  21. ElanorMarch 21, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    oooh so pretty! i love your shoes. i tried them on at forever 21, but they felt super uncomfortable on me for some reason! they go with everything you pair them with, though. fabulous!

    i also really love your necklace. it's so delicate and pretty!

    X

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  22. SylviaMarch 21, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    oh! i love this. i almost bought a skirt this weekend in this similar pattern. I also have mixed feelings about mohair but this look is great and the necklace is amazing!

    xo
    i wander, i wonder

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  23. AmandaMarch 21, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Ooooh, I love mohair! And I love reading what you write...it always makes me smile. Haha, I love how rash you were as a child, wanting to throw your teachers sweater in the toilet haha.

    Have a great week Kate!

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  24. Katie AmanMarch 21, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    What a beautiful necklace! I have some itchy sweaters that I put up with wearing too because it's easy to layer under them! Lovely colors too :)

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  25. KristinMarch 22, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Ummmm. isn't mohair warm?

    I purchased a pair of mohair socks (made locally, yay!), and they kept my feet really, really warm! I adore the sweater.

    Yum!

    Kristin
    http://dollparade.blogspot.com

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  26. Ashley, Lions Lace LattesMarch 22, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    I've never owned anything mohair before. The sweater looks amazing on you though. I especially love how you wore it over your dress. Super cute. xo

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  27. Charlotte Cantillon (Crowley)March 22, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    i lovelovelove this outfit on you kate!!

    Charlotte xxx

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  28. GoodFrameofMindMarch 23, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    This is an adorable outfit - my first time stopping by your blog, and I love! So very nice to meet ya!
    http://goodframeofmind.blogspot.com

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  29. TruMarch 27, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    you look a bit like America Ferrarah (obviously not when she's playing Ugly Betty more like when she's herself or Carmen from the Sisterhood) very pretty.

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  30. Blossoming BranchesMarch 27, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    This is a darling outfit, you've put those pieces together beautifully.

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