What I Wore: Isn't It Iconic Dress (The Pink Owl via Modcloth), Brown Sweater (Old), Harjuka Socks (Modcloth), Shoes and Belts (Old Navy), Necklace (Forever Twenty-One)
I was amazed, looking back over the not-quite-a-year I've been blogging and found- not one shot of Heart Mountain. After all, it's a pretty unique peak, and even with a whole basin of mountains, Heart Mountains dominates the landscape of the area and is mentioned as part of the name of just about every doctor's office, print shop and public venue around. It actually has a rather sad history; it also lent its name to the largest relocation camp during the 1940s, though today only a scant number of buildings still stand as a reminder of this. But despite that, I love it. As my father always used to tell us, "When you see Heart Mountain, you know you're close to home."
Speaking of things I love- this outfit is my new favorite. It's almost all Christmas items. The dress is the Isn't it Iconic dress from Modcloth and despite being shorter than I realized, it is both comfortable and endlessly remix-able. The Harjuka socks are also Modcloth and provide a cheeky yet slightly risque twist to things. I like the Little-Girl-Grown-Up vibe. The belts remind me of ice cream somehow and were a complete surprise from my mom- good eye, Mother! And, of course, the necklace is the one my engagement ring had been tucked into on Christmas Eve. The ensemble is what I wore when we went rounds visiting everybody on Christmas day to wish them a Merry Christmas and announce things, so already every time I put any of the items on I'm reminded of a good thing. Do you ever tend to associate a memory with the clothes you were wearing at the time? Share about it in the comments; I'd love to hear about those memories too!
Ooh, I love how you knotted your double belts! I love wearing two belts, it adds such a punch to an outfit. I really need some over the knee socks. I thought I bought some one time and I got them home to realize they didn't even come close to my knee, haha. I really love the look of this ensemble, very sweet with your ruffled cardigan!
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DeleteThat is too bad about the not-so-knee high socks! Hopefully you were still able to use them to create a cute look though...
You look beautiful. I love how you doubled up the belts to create a new look. Where do you live? Gorgeous!
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DeleteI living in north-western Wyoming, about 90 miles from Yellowstone National Park. Specifically I live in the Big Horn Basin in a town, Powell. You see a lot of of different areas in the basin and in Southern Montana (also about 90 miles away) in my blog. :)
ohhhh that is gorgeous and you are so so pretty! I love the socks!!!!!
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Kristian I think this is my FAVORITE outfit of yours, its so so cute! The dress, socks, and double belts are all so pretty and the necklace your ring was in is the perfect finishing touch!
Reply DeleteAlso, as I am currently in my post-vacation slump and hating Colorado, these pictures actually make me a little excited about winter again because the backdrop is so beautiful! Loved the story as well!
xo Hannah
Oh, thanks Hannah!
DeletePost-Vacation slumps? Ick, though it IS hard to want to get out and shoot pictures in the Rockies in winter. I'm glad this is getting you a bit more excited to start shooting in CO though (though I am enjoying all the vacation pics too!)
Oh you always have *the* best backgrounds- you’re lucky to live in such a scenic place. And I agree with Hannah, this is probably my favorite outfit from you. I like the pops of color from those two belts and I love knee highs with dresses! Too cute
Reply DeleteWell- I only show you guys the pretty parts ;)
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you look so beautiful and happy! Stunning outfit and photos!
Reply DeleteWell this is a little different for you, but I love it! This dress is just lovely, especially the color. And I love the quirky details of the socks and double belts!
Reply DeleteIt is a bit different (and definitely shorter hemline than usual), but I'm glad you like it!
DeleteYour dress is truly the most amazing colour! <3 and I love love love your socks too! Such a gorgeous look!
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I love this dress and especially with the knee highs.
Reply Deletei love this outfit! i think its one of my favorites from you too :)
Reply Deleteand i love getting good christmas presents to wear. this year i got pajama pants :( lol and they were way too short!
Thanks, Marsa- oh no about the Pajamas though!
DeleteI am loovvvvving the two belts! Who says one is enough?
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holy moly i can't believe you are only in high socks and no layers but a cardi!!! I was way more bundled up today and there was def no snow around. but anyway, besides the point, I love the double belts & the dress is great on you! that second picture of the landscape it amazing, looks like a postcard. really sad about the history but doesn't change the natural beauty of the place. so cool you live there & glad you had a wonderful Christmas going around, I haven't done that in so long but it's great.
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It really probably is silly all us bloggers taking off our coats for photos, but it isn't for long stretches of time!
DeleteI love this dress so much! But, the best part, has to be the double belts! It looks so awesome. Great styling idea!
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Those socks are too cute with that dress and I really like the double belts!
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I am in LOVE with your socks. Such a cute look hunnie. Have a great weekend would love if you stopped by my blog if you have the chance!
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Reply Deletelove this double belt! such a cute idea.
also engaged? BAH! congratulations KRISTIAN! man i've been missing out on the blogging world this past month!
talk soon wild child
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Oh, thank you for your well-wishes!
DeleteI'm so glad to see more posts from you; it looks like it was a good break from the blogging world for you. And congrats to the people in your own circle of friends who got engaged.
Like your outfit! <3
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Reply DeleteCute outfit! I wish I could pull of knee socks :) I also love the double-belts in such fun colours :)
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This outfit is so cute! I love the double belting and your knee socks are seriously the cutest :). Have a great weekend Kristian!
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That's so special that you'll always have that necklace from the day he proposed! I love the socks, the double belts and the cardigan! This is one of my favorite outfits of yours so far! So cute!! And that backdrop is gorgeous!
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I love the the two belts you have on! I always wanted to try something like that but I wasn't sure if it would look good. It looks really great in this outfit though!
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You look so cute by Heart Mountain! Glad you included it. Mandy and I always feel like your dad says when we'd drive to Powell for weekends.
Reply DeleteYou look so cute by Heart Mountain! Glad you included it. Mandy and I always feel like your dad says when we'd drive to Powell for weekends.
Reply Deletecute outfit, love the socks! ♥
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